My Sexy CEO Wife

Chapter 360 - 357: Favors Must Be Repaid

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"Sir, are you alright?" Chen San ran over and supported the staggering Gao Fei, his face etched with urgent concern.

Gao Fei shook his head, "Someone ambushed me, but I managed to kill them."

"He…" Before Chen San could say more, Gao Fei interrupted him.

"Don't ask too many questions! Hurry and help me back, I need to heal up. By the way, where is Liu Qing?"

"Liu Qing is guarding the back mountain. I was worried about your safety, so I came to check…"

"Don't worry, I'm fine."

With Chen San by his side, Gao Fei returned to his quarters and, after swallowing a healing pill, his complexion improved slightly: "Alright, there's nothing more to do here, you hurry back and find Liu Qing."

"But sir…"

"I'm really fine! Don't worry!"

"Alright then, I'm off. Call me if you need anything." Chen San nodded his head and turned away.

"Li Jiang, you ruthless bastard!" Gao Fei hissed through clenched teeth: "I'll settle this score with you! I'll start with your son, and then deal with you, old coot!" After calming his emotions, Gao Fei took out a Sound Transmission Talisman, infused it with True Qi to activate it, and began speaking into it...

After sending the message, Gao Fei closed his eyes and started meditating to heal his wounds.

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Thousands of miles away.

City Lord's Mansion.

Bai Daqing, who was reading, suddenly exclaimed in surprise before pulling a Sound Transmission Talisman from his sleeve.

"Swish!"

The Sound Transmission Talisman glowed with a white light, then Gao Fei's voice could be heard: "Sir, I have fully investigated the case. The ten decurions were indeed killed by Li Xiaoming, his aim was to silence them. Li Xiaoming has discovered a Spirit Stone mine behind the military camp..."

Bai Daqing's face gradually darkened.

"Scoundrels!" Bai Daqing crushed the talisman in his hand and then commanded loudly: "Summon Li Jiang and Li Xiaoming here!"

"Yes." The guard stationed outside the door quickly departed.

It wasn't long before Li Jiang and Li Xiaoming arrived.

"Sir, what do you need us for?" Li Jiang asked with a face full of confusion.

"Li Jiang! You truly have raised a fine son!" Bai Daqing said slowly and deliberately.

"Huh?" Li Jiang was startled: "Sir, what do you mean? I don't understand?"

"Bang!"

Bai Daqing slammed the table: "Still trying to play dumb in front of me! Do you really take me for a fool?"

"Sir..."

"Gao Fei has already uncovered the truth. Those ten decurions were killed by Li Xiaoming with the intent of silencing them. This is because Li Xiaoming discovered a Spirit Stone mine and wanted it all to himself! Such a voracious appetite!" Bai Daqing said with a cold sneer.

"Swish!"

Li Jiang's face turned deathly pale, and his body trembled slightly. The matter was exposed? What happened? Hadn't he sent people to watch Gao Fei? How did Gao Fei manage to speak out?

Li Xiaoming was even more frightened, his face drained of color: "I didn't... I didn't kill anyone... nor did I discover any Spirit Stone mine... I've been framed..."

"Guards, arrest Li Xiaoming," Bai Daqing ordered. "Lock him up in the prison to await his punishment."

"Clatter!"

A number of guards stormed in, moving to seize Li Xiaoming.

"Wait!" Li Jiang shielded his son behind him: "Sir, I beg you to show mercy and spare Xiaoming. I will ensure he returns the Spirit Stones…"

"Impossible." Bai Daqing's expression was grim. "Your son has committed a heinous crime and must be severely punished."

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"My lord, considering the many years I have served diligently before and behind you, please spare Xiaoming, I beg you."

"Li Jiang! You have problems as well. You clearly knew that Li Xiaoming had killed someone and had seized the Spirit Stone, yet not only did you fail to expose him, but you intentionally covered for him, even conspiring with him to deceive me! This is utterly despicable!"

"I admit that I have deceived you, my lord, but my loyalty to you will never change. This time, I merely wished to protect my son."

"Enough." Bai Daqing waved his hand dismissively, "No need for explanations! You and your son can stay in the prison."

"My lord..."

"What are you waiting for? Why haven't you arrested them yet!" Bai Daqing barked in anger.

Dozens of guards immediately rushed up and bound Li Jiang and Li Xiaoming with ropes.

"Swoosh! Swoosh!"

Bai Daqing flicked his fingers to release two gusts of wind, sealing the Dantian of Li Jiang and Li Xiaoming. With their Dantian sealed, their True Qi could no longer be gathered, effectively rendering them powerless.

"My lord, please show mercy, I implore you." Li Jiang shouted loudly, "Give us father and son a chance! I'm begging you! My lord!"

Dozens of guards led away Li Jiang and his son.

"Now you beg for mercy, what were you doing earlier!" Bai Daqing grumbled irritably.

If it had been a minor offense, perhaps Bai Daqing might have turned a blind eye, not taking it too seriously, but… the trouble that Li Xiaoming had caused was far too grave! Murder, private appropriation of Spirit Stones, fabricating lies to deceive Bai Daqing—it was a heinous crime indeed.

The fact that Bai Daqing did not execute Li Xiaoming on the spot was already an extraordinary act of favor.

Li Jiang had served in the City Lord's Mansion for over a century, always treating Bai Daqing with the utmost respect. To be honest, Bai Daqing did harbor some affection for Li Jiang.

The arrest had been made!

What should be the punishment?

According to the law, Li Xiaoming deserved execution, whilst Li Jiang's crime was not unto death… but the critical issue was, if Li Xiaoming were to be killed, Li Jiang would undoubtedly be unable to accept it...

"Headache," Bai Daqing sighed, "Li Xiaoming must die! As for Li Jiang… let's keep him detained for the time being and observe his later performance. If he behaves well, he might be released; if not, then he can stay in the prison."

With a single thought, Bai Daqing decided the fate of Li Jiang and his son—that was the power of authority!

"Hmm, Gao Fei is indeed talented," Bai Daqing nodded slightly, "Worthy of cultivation." Gao Fei had solved the case in just a few days, proving his extraordinary ability. Bai Daqing, who valued talent, would invariably place great reliance upon competent individuals.

Gao Fei had saved Bai Daqing's daughter, hence Bai Daqing had always held a favorable view of him. Now, with Gao Fei demonstrating remarkable capabilities, Bai Daqing was even more satisfied.

"Dad." Bai Mudan pushed the door and entered.

"It's so late, why haven't you gone to sleep yet?" Bai Daqing's face showed a loving smile.

"I couldn't sleep," Bai Mudan pouted.

"What's the matter? Do you have some worries on your mind?"

"Staying in the mansion every day is almost suffocating me; I want to go out and have some fun."

"Have you forgotten the danger you encountered recently? If it hadn't been for Gao Fei's timely rescue, you wouldn't have made it back."

"That was an accident…"

"How about this, once I'm done with my current affairs, I'll personally accompany you on an outing,"

"Then it's a deal!" Bai Mudan's face lit up, "You can't go back on your word."

"Don't worry, I won't," Bai Daqing stretched his hand to caress his daughter's long hair, "Daughter, what do you think of Gao Fei?"

"Gao Fei?" Bai Mudan frowned, "He… is annoying… but he did save my life… I owe him a huge favor… Dad, why do you ask?"

"Nothing much, I was just asking," Bai Daqing smiled, "I think Gao Fei is a man of talent, so I'm considering fostering his development."

"Talented?" Bai Mudan curled her lip, "Aside from being good at flattering, what other talents does he have? But then again, since he saved my life, it's only right for you to utilize him. Consider it repaying the favor to me."

"Yes, favors must be repaid," Bai Daqing nodded with a smile.