Reborn in 1993, Dark Sea

An Xiaohai couldn't help but smile bitterly. He knew very well that if he didn't explain everything clearly, these two people would probably never let him go.

"First of all, I think more than 70% of what Kang Jiaxiang said is true," An Xiaohai said, taking a deep breath.

"That Aldrich, also known as Hermes, does have a reason to kill An Zhehao. Besides eliminating future troubles for the Abyss Organization, he is probably still eyeing the wealth in An Zhehao's possession."

The mysterious Mr. Anderson is likely the same. Kang Jiaxiang said that Medusa and Mr. Anderson had a very deep relationship, and Medusa is very likely Jiang Ting.

With this calculation, Mr. Anderson knows better than anyone how much money the Dragon Gazing at the Sea holds!

The rest of the Abyss organization probably turned a blind eye to this and were happy to see it happen.

If Hermes and Anderson's plan succeeds, that would be great; if they fail, others can step in and mediate.

As for this plan to deal with An Cheol-ho, it was very likely that it was a joint discussion among these people.

Using An Xiaohai to lure An Zhehao out—how could they even think of that!

"This shows that your trick of substituting one thing for another and escaping unscathed was very successful. It not only misled An Zhehao, but also misled the other members of the Abyss Organization."

"I don't think I've misled An Zhehao. I've only temporarily confused him, making him unsure whether the person loitering outside is me or Tianyou."

But that's not important anymore. These people from the Abyss stumbled upon this by accident; if An Zhehao heard this news, he'd most likely be interested too.

Do you think Ahn Cheol-ho will fall for it?

"No, he won't fall for it, but he will definitely send someone over. However, he won't send someone to watch the show, nor will he send someone to rescue An Xiaohai; he's here to kill him."

"You mean he'll send people to kill Hermes' men?"

"Yes, he will definitely do it, and he has reason to do it!" An Xiaohai took a deep breath:

"An Zhehao is a very controlling person. He regards China as his territory and his private domain. He will not allow anyone to interfere."

The Abyss Organization is no good either, especially since he has now made it clear that he has broken away from the Abyss Organization.

He will likely send out most of his forces to wipe out all the people from the Abyss Organization, making sure to inflict heavy losses on them so that they won't dare to have any further thoughts of interfering in China for a short period of time.

If An Xiaohai is really here, that's fine too; we can deal with it together then.

Two dogs fight, play off.

This is also a very rare opportunity for us. If we operate properly, we can trap both groups here, or at least eliminate all of An Zhehao's people, as he is a much greater threat than the others.

"Xiaoyu, I think you should report this matter in detail to your superiors and discuss it with them properly—whether to eliminate them completely in one fell swoop or to play the long game and catch bigger fish."

"You mean, we can use this opportunity to infiltrate the Abyss Organization!"

"It's not us, it's you!" An Xiaohai smiled slightly, but the smile was a little bitter: "We just went through all that trouble with Kang Jiaxiang, wasn't it just to tell him that you can replace me?"

I'm now leaving the martial world for a woman, and you, filled with hatred, jealousy, and resentment, plus the fact that all my power is in your hands, I believe they should now understand who to focus their efforts on.

Besides, Kang Lianhai would love to devour you whole; he'd be much more eager to win you over than he would to win me over.”

……

"So, do you think we should eliminate them all, or play the long game?"

"Of course, it's to wipe them all out."

"You actually chose to exterminate them all?!" Mai Xiaoyu was greatly surprised: "You should know very well that these people can't be completely wiped out. As long as there is profit, they will keep growing."

We wiped them out this time, but it won't be long before they come back again.

It goes on and on, endlessly repeating itself!

Unless we can capture all their leaders in one fell swoop, which is impossible, as most of them are abroad and it's impossible for them all to gather together so we can capture them all at once.

In that case, why not play the long game, infiltrate their ranks, and thus keep track of their movements in real time, minimizing the harm they cause?

If we wipe out all their domestic influence in one go, it will mean we have to start all over again.

"Also, Kuang Kanglianhai and his gang are easy to deal with. Once we eliminate them, if the Abyss Organization sends someone else, things might not be so easy."

"Yes, you're absolutely right!" An Xiaohai's smile grew even more bitter. "According to the logic of ordinary people, that's indeed the right choice. But according to the logic of An Xiaohai and Chen Maogan, it's not the right choice."

Why?

"Whether it's An Xiaohai or Chen Maogan, neither of them wants Xiaoyu to become an undercover agent in the Abyss Organization, nor do they want Xiaoyu to change her name and identity, be unable to return home, or be unable to love anyone from now on."

I don't want to see Sister Xiaoyu end up like Senior 027, all alone, dying alone, having dedicated everything to her career;

I don't want to see the man Xiaoyu loves so deeply also living a lonely life, waiting for her his whole life!

An Xiaohai's words silenced everyone. Zhou Xun glanced at An Xiaohai, then at Mai Xiaoyu. For some reason, his nose suddenly stung, a deep, sour feeling.

"Alright, let's not talk about that now, let's continue!" After a long while, Mai Xiaoyu finally broke the silence.

Hearing Mai Xiaoyu's firm voice, An Xiaohai felt a pang of pain in his heart.

"Okay, let's continue!" An Xiaohai took several deep breaths, barely managing to suppress the turbulent emotions within him.

"Now, we're just waiting for their detailed plan."

Xiaoyu, tomorrow you should give him our personnel information and ask him to finalize the plan as soon as possible. Then, try to figure out their personnel arrangements and deployments so we can formulate our own plan.

On the day of the operation, Zhou Xun will impersonate Chen Maogan and disguise herself as An Xiaohai to participate in their mission.

"Let Zhou Xun come? What about you?"

"Of course, my main focus is still on dealing with Ahn Cheol-ho."

"Deal with An Zhehao? How? How come I don't know? Are you hiding something from me?!" Mai Xiaoyu frowned deeply.

"It's not that I'm hiding it from you, it's that you don't need to know!" An Xiaohai's expression turned icy cold: "Your battlefield is here, don't worry about anything else."

"How can I not care?!"

"Of course you can ignore it. I've already discussed it in detail with your superiors. Dealing with An Zhehao will be arranged by him and me. You just need to focus on your own work."

"How dare you talk to me like that?!" Mai Xiaoyu glared at An Xiaohai and asked sharply; she was genuinely angry.

"Why can't I talk to you like this?! Didn't your superiors tell you to obey my orders?!" An Xiaohai said through gritted teeth, "I regret it now, I really regret dragging you into this!"

I'm terrified of seeing you and him separated forever!

This is my fault, and I deeply regret it!

"You..." Mai Xiaoyu was stunned for a moment. He had never seen An Xiaohai so emotionally out of control. His current state was a stark contrast to his usual composed and calm demeanor.

However, looking at the cold and angry An Xiaohai, Mai Xiaoyu couldn't bring herself to hate him. Instead, a warm feeling welled up in her eyes: "Alright, let's call it a day. It's late. We can discuss other things tomorrow!"

Mai Xiaoyu fled back to her room as if escaping. An Xiaohai closed his eyes in pain. Zhou Xun stood up and put her hand on An Xiaohai's shoulder: "Xiaohai, don't be like this..."

"I'm sorry, I'm sorry..." An Xiaohai took deep breaths to calm himself down. "I understand, Xiaoyu. I just can't get over this myself. I'm okay..."

"Actually, I know you have a way. You must have a way to get someone else to replace Sister Xiaoyu, right?"

"Isn't it the same? Someone always has to sacrifice for this. I admit I can do it, I have ways to get someone else to take Xiaoyu's place, but I can't do it."

"Why? I don't quite understand."

"Because everyone has the right to choose and the right to decide their own life, I cannot use the guise of love and care to arbitrarily interfere with Sister Xiaoyu's choices. This is an extremely selfish act!"

If I forcibly interfere with Xiaoyu's choice, then what difference is there between me and An Zhehao?

I just regret it now, I regret dragging her into this...

I'm sorry, I lost my composure. I shouldn't have acted like that. I shouldn't have gotten caught up in these sentimental feelings, and I shouldn't have shown this side of myself at such a crucial moment in the mission…

I'm sorry, I need to be alone for a while...

"Okay, then you can have some peace and quiet by yourself. I'm going back to rest now," Zhou Xun said, propping herself up on her knees as she stood up. "Xiao Hai, thank you!"

"Why are you thanking me?"

"Thank you for treating us like true family, thank you for showing us your vulnerable side, thank you for your trust and care."

I am very happy and honored.

Zhou Xun smiled slightly, turned around and went back to her room.

An Xiaohai lay down on the sofa, let out a long breath, and slowly closed his eyes.

That night, the moon was as cool as water!