jdhmnovel Chapter 292 Raid
Chapter 292 Raid
On the outskirts of Beijing, the warm sun shines down, draping the rolling green hills in a golden veil.
Accompanied by Qin Xin, Cui Zhihao walked along the winding path toward their newly discovered workshop.
Along the way, babbling brooks accompanied us, and the crisp sound of flowing water was like a symphony played by nature.
"This place is so quiet."
Choi Ji-ho's lips curled up slightly, his eyes full of satisfaction.
"Being away from crowds means we won't be disturbed or bother others, which is perfect for our workshop."
Qin Xin nodded gently, her hair swaying slightly with the movement: "Yes, Young Master Cui, this place is like a fairyland in a painting, Miss Shi will definitely like it."
As the two rounded a bend in the mountain, the outline of the workshop came into view.
It was an old-fashioned courtyard surrounded by lush bamboo, with a few peach trees peeking over the wall, their pink petals swaying gently in the wind.
Cui Zhihao strode forward, pushed open the creaking wooden door, and the scene inside the courtyard was revealed.
The spacious area, the neatly arranged tools—everything was in perfect order.
"Miss Qin Xin, where have Young Master Lin and the others been lately?"
Choi Ji-ho looked around the workshop as he asked a question.
Qin Xin pondered for a moment and replied, "According to the latest news, Young Master Lin and his group have already passed Jiangling and should be able to return in a few days."
"Since Young Master Lin Yiyu settled in the manor, he has devoted himself to Xinyang's old business. Under Miss Shi's careful guidance, he led the workers to make various items. In just half a month, he has made the Fortune Turnaround Trading Company a great success."
Cui Zhihao nodded slightly, a hint of admiration flashing in his eyes: "No wonder Miss Shi values him so much. Young Master Lin is intelligent and has the spirit of youth. Given time, he will surely achieve great things."
The two walked out of the workshop and strolled through the peach blossom forest covering the mountains.
A gentle breeze blew by, and petals fell like snowflakes, sprinkling onto their shoulders.
As Cui Zhihao gazed at the blooming peach blossoms before him, a smile unconsciously crept into his eyes. This smile was warm and gentle, making Qin Xin, who was standing beside him, blush and lower her head slightly.
Choi Ji-ho is handsome and refined, with a gentle and elegant demeanor that exudes the charm of a gentleman.
Qin Xin sometimes feels that being able to live and work with such outstanding people is like an unreal dream.
In her heart, only a woman as talented and intelligent as Miss Shi was worthy of Young Master Cui.
“Young Master Cui, what do you think of the future arrangements for this workshop…” Qin Xin broke the silence softly.
Choi Ji-ho withdrew his gaze and said seriously, "First, divide the site properly. The production area and the storage area need to be clearly planned."
"Have someone go and purchase some high-quality timber and tools, and make sure the quality is guaranteed."
Qin Xin listened attentively, nodding in agreement from time to time, and kept every instruction firmly in mind.
The two wandered around the workshop for a long time, discussing future plans, from product manufacturing to sales channels, down to the smallest detail.
As the sun gradually set in the west and the sky was tinged with a magnificent sunset, the two began their journey home.
Along the way, Cui Zhihao's heart was filled with anticipation for the future. He knew that this workshop located on the outskirts of the city would be a new starting point for their career and a place that might change the fate of many people.
Qin Xin followed behind him, watching his tall and straight back. A strange sense of power welled up in her heart. She secretly made up her mind that she must work with everyone to do this business well, so as not to let down Young Master Cui's expectations or Miss Shi's trust.
The sunset glow on the horizon resembled dazzling fireworks, spreading wildly across the sky and dyeing the whole world with a magnificent orange-red hue.
Choi Ji-ho sat in the carriage, gazing listlessly at the picturesque scenery outside the window.
The wheels rolled along the winding official road, making rhythmic creaking sounds that mingled with the occasional neighing of horses.
Besides the loyal guard Cui Jiu, the group was accompanied by several young women, all of whom had been taken in by Miss Shi in Xinyang. They were all literate and skilled in business.
Riding on his tall horse, Cui Jiu was agile and had sharp eyes, always keeping a close eye on his surroundings.
He followed Cui Zhihao for many years, going through thick and thin, and honed his skills and keen insight.
Just as the carriage slowly entered a dense forest, Cui Jiu's heart tightened suddenly. His years of experience in the martial world made him sense something was amiss; there seemed to be a faint but chilling aura in the air.
"alert!"
Cui Jiu made a quick decision and shouted loudly.
His deep, powerful voice instantly shattered the silence of the group.
The guards immediately drew their long swords and surrounded the carriage, looking on alert.
"Girls, hurry back to your carriages and close the doors and windows!"
Cui Jiu then turned to the girls who were with him and called out.
Although the girls looked panicked, they quickly obeyed instructions and hurriedly returned to the carriage.
Choi Ji-ho also realized the seriousness of the situation. He calmly drew a soft sword from under his seat. This sword had been with him for many years and had helped him escape danger on several occasions.
The deeper we went into the woods, the heavier the atmosphere became. A gentle breeze rustled the leaves, as if countless eyes were watching from the shadows.
Cui Jiu frowned, his eyes scanning the surroundings like a hawk, not missing a single suspicious detail.
His palms were slightly sweaty, but his hand holding the reins was as steady as a rock.
Suddenly, a sharp whistle pierced the air. Immediately afterward, countless dark figures darted out of the woods, rushing towards the carriage like ghosts.
These assassins were dressed in black, their faces covered with black cloths, revealing only pairs of cold eyes.
The sharp blades in their hands gleamed coldly in the sunset, exuding a palpable killing intent.
"Protect the young master!"
Cui Jiu shouted and charged at the assassin first.
His swordsmanship was fierce, each strike carrying immense force, and several assassins fell to his blade in an instant.
The guards, not to be outdone, engaged in a fierce battle with the assassins.
In an instant, shouts of battle and the clash of weapons mingled together, shattering the tranquility of the forest.
Inside the carriage, Choi Ji-ho observed the battle outside through the window.
He knew he couldn't panic; he had to remain calm. He took a deep breath, opened the car door, and leaped out.
With a flick of his wrist, the soft sword shot out like a serpent towards the approaching assassin.
His swordsmanship was elegant and agile, with each move perfectly timed, making it impossible for assassins to defend against.
The girls accompanying them were no weaklings either; they held short swords in their hands and vigilantly watched their surroundings from inside the carriage.
They attacked without hesitation whenever an assassin approached. One of the girls, named Shi Qing, was young but had a determined look in her eyes and was quite skilled with her sword.
She and her companion stood back to back, covering each other as they defended against the assassin's attack.
The battle entered a white-hot stage, with both sides suffering heavy casualties.
Choi Ji-ho and Choi Gu worked together seamlessly, one focusing on offense and the other on defense, gradually stabilizing the situation.
Seeing that their attack was unsuccessful, the assassins began to panic. Just then, Choi Ji-ho spotted a figure who appeared to be the leader of the assassin group.