Dressed as a female supporting role, the wandering daughter returns with a strong

Chapter 227 Don't Let Me Down

On the walls inside the villa, the ancient torture instruments looked particularly dazzling under the dim light, silently telling of the cruelty and bloodiness that had occurred here.

A complex emotion surged in Leng Yuexin's heart. She realized that this villa was not just a pile of bricks and stones, but also a reflection of the good and evil in people's hearts.

Beneath the magnificent appearance lies an ugly and twisted soul.

Finally, Leng Yuexin was led to the heart of the villa. A door so heavy that it seemed to block out all light slowly opened with a mechanical roar, revealing a more depressing and suffocating space.

Shen Mingyuan's figure was hanging abruptly in the air, like a falcon that had lost its freedom, with iron chains entangled and twisting his body into a painful posture.

His face was covered with scars, each one a silent accusation. His eyes were tightly closed, as if he had buried his consciousness deep in endless darkness.

Leng Yuexin clenched her fists quietly, her knuckles turning white from the force. Her eyes were like sharp blades, instantly locking onto the strange man who was sitting in the luxurious chair, seemingly leisurely but actually unfathomable.

Gao Xiaozhi had a playful smile on his face, which contained both provocation and appreciation.

"Miss Wen, you really impressed me. For the sake of love, you are willing to step into this dangerous place. You are very courageous."

His voice was low and magnetic, yet it carried a threat that could not be ignored. "But remember, there is a fine line between courage and recklessness. Are you sure you are ready to face the coming storm?"

Leng Yuexin remained calm, with a cold and confident smile on her lips: "No need to waste time talking nonsense, just state your conditions directly."

A flash of surprise flashed across the man's eyes, and then was replaced by a deeper amusement. He stood up and slowly walked to Leng Yuexin's side.

He looked Leng Yuexin up and down with great interest, and asked doubtfully: "You are indeed different. But are you really not curious at all about how all this happened? And who am I? Why did Shen Mingyuan end up like this?"

Leng Yuexin glanced at the man lightly, and a faint smile appeared on the corner of her mouth: "You? Gao Xiaozhi, the future heir of Gao Group. As for the rest, I am not interested. I just want to take my people away as soon as possible."

Hearing this, Gao Xiaozhi clapped his hands lightly, his eyes flashing with approval: "Miss Wen is indeed a smart person, and straightforward. In this case, let's get straight to the point and discuss the terms."

Leng Yuexin winked playfully, with a hint of cunning in her tone: "Master Gao, as long as you can release Shen Mingyuan, I will seriously consider any of your conditions."

Gao Xiaozhi's eyes suddenly became deep. He leaned forward slightly, and spoke in a low and mysterious voice:

"Then I'll be frank. I want you to completely cut off all contact with Shen Mingyuan, and try to make him give up on you and throw himself into the arms of my sister. Only in this way can I let him go without worry."

Leng Yuexin shook her head gently, with a helpless smile on her lips: "I can make the decision to break up, but I can't control Shen Mingyuan's heart. I'm afraid he has nothing but hatred for your sister."

Gao Xiaozhi shrugged lightly and sat back in his chair in a seemingly casual but actually turbulent manner.

He deliberately stretched out his tone and sighed with a hint of regret: "Oh? So it seems that our negotiations have encountered a small obstacle."

Just when the atmosphere was about to freeze, Leng Yuexin approached silently like the most mysterious shadow in the night. Her steps were light, and every step exuded an irresistible attraction that made people unable to look away.

She leaned forward slightly, her warm breath brushing Gao Xiaozhi's ears gently, and her whisper was like the gentlest melody in the night wind, mysterious and powerful:

"If I hold a secret about your father Gao Zhantian, a secret that can shake the foundation of the entire Gao Empire, would you be interested in such a bargaining chip?"

Gao Xiaozhi's body suddenly stiffened, and then he raised his head suddenly, his eyes were like torches, full of disbelief: "What did you say? This is not a joke!"

Leng Yuexin took out her cell phone from her bag calmly, and the content on the screen exploded like a bomb, making Gao Xiaozhi's face instantly changeable and complicated.

He carefully browsed the information, and a complex smile gradually appeared on the corner of his mouth, with a bit of playfulness and temptation: "If the old fox really falls because of this, I can indeed save a lot of trouble. But, this alone is not enough to shake me."

Seeing this, Leng Yuexin raised her lips to an even more cunning smile.

She slid into Gao Xiaozhi's arms unnoticeably, her fingertips lightly brushing across his chin, leaving an almost imperceptible electric current that made people's heart flutter.

She leaned close to his ear, her voice gentle and seductive: "Then, how about adding me? I will help you eliminate all obstacles within the Gao family and help you sit firmly on the throne of heir. When Gao Zhantian's era comes to an end, if your sister is unable to save the situation, won't the entire Gao empire be yours?"

Gao Xiaozhi's breathing stagnated slightly, and then he regained his composure, but the tight grip he held on Leng Yuexin's hand betrayed his emotions.

There was a complex light flashing in his eyes, which was desire, calculation, and a hint of imperceptible longing.

"Your proposal is indeed irresistible." Gao Xiaozhi spoke slowly, staring at Leng Yuexin deeply, "But my sister once promised me that as long as I can solve Shen Mingyuan's problem, she will fully support me. So..."

Leng Yuexin chuckled and interrupted his hesitation: "Don't forget, the grudge between your sister and Shen Mingyuan has long been deeply rooted. Are you sure that her power alone can resolve this hatred?"

Gao Xiaozhi's eyes flickered slightly, and his hand unconsciously slid to Leng Yuexin's back, stroking it gently, as if he was looking for an answer, and also seemed to be enjoying this sudden intimacy and ambiguity.

Finally, he took a deep breath and made a decision: "Okay, I accept your conditions. But you must leave Shen Mingyuan first so that our plan can proceed smoothly."

Leng Yuexin felt his gaze wandering, but she had already made up her mind.

She smiled charmingly and responded softly, "Deal. But remember our agreement and don't let me down."

At that moment, the subtle atmosphere in the air was suddenly torn apart by a faint groan.

Shen Mingyuan slowly opened his eyes, complex emotions intertwined in his deep eyes, focusing on the brief and subtle intimate moment between Leng Yuexin and Gao Xiaozhi.

The corners of his mouth rose unconsciously, but with an indescribable bitterness and helplessness.