The bounty on Ke alone was worth hundreds of millions of dollars. His voice was steady and powerful, and the drug production industry beneath him was worth even more than that.
"Is it really that much?!" Chi Mu Jiu exclaimed, hardly able to believe that a drug lord could earn such a vast fortune while living freely and carelessly. These riches were stained with the blood and suffering of countless people.
"We'll practice a bit before the rules of the game come into play," she thought, aware that this battle had only just begun and they needed to be fully prepared.
"Just follow Madam's arrangements; she has everything under control," Du Heng Yan said, looking at Chi Mu Jiu with a mix of affection and exasperation. "That day, I’ll need you to cooperate with me in putting on a good show. Only then will the bait we cast attract the fish we want."
Chi Mu Jiu raised her gaze, and Du Heng Yan saw the sharp glint in her eyes and the ease in her demeanor. He had originally considered whether bringing her along into these perilous situations was truly responsible. After all, these places were filled with unknown dangers, and one misstep could lead to disaster.
There was no doubt about her special abilities, but who said that having such abilities meant she had to bear heavy responsibilities? Yet now, the last shred of his concern crumbled away completely.
Seeing the light and determination in her eyes, he realized she belonged to him; this was where she truly shone. The constraints of the business world could not hold her back, nor could the rules of family life confine her. She was the master of her own free spirit.
She was willing to stand by him through thick and thin, through life and death. His world had already absorbed her into its very essence; they had long become indispensable parts of each other's lives.
"Just leave it all to Madam," Du Heng Yan's voice carried a slight tremor, filled with an indescribable sense of emotion and comfort.
Chi Mu Jiu paused for a moment, then gently freed herself from his embrace and turned to sit facing him, wrapping her arms around his broad back. A kiss, light as a dragonfly touching water, landed on Du Chengyan's thin lips. In that instant, the air was filled with sweetness and warmth. Du Chengyan responded softly to her kiss.
As the kiss ended, Du Chengyan was the first to release the beautiful woman who had initiated it. His gaze held a hint of restraint and tenderness, his breath still slightly unsteady. Chi Mu Jiu looked at him and noticed the tips of his ears were faintly red, making him appear particularly adorable.
A thought crossed her mind; she wanted to steal another kiss, but Du Chengyan gently pressed down on her little head. He chuckled softly, shaking his head with a hint of helplessness. If they continued kissing, his lady would suffer again. He remembered his promise to her and knew he couldn't go back on his word.
At that moment, Chi Mu Jiu's expression turned serious as she softly spoke, "Du Chengyan, after we complete our mission, will you marry me?" Her voice was filled with anticipation and longing.
Du Chengyan was momentarily taken aback, then a smile crept onto his lips. He had long wanted to ask for their union but had never found the right moment. His voice was deep and gentle as he replied.
However, before Chi Mu Jiu could respond, Du Chengyan couldn't help but lean in for another kiss.
"Weren't we supposed to stop kissing?" Chi Mu Jiu murmured in confusion.
"The atmosphere has reached this point; my lady should enjoy it," Du Chengyan said with a hint of amusement in his voice.
The promised immunity token, you—
Before Zhimo Jiu could finish her words, she was silenced by a kiss from Du Hang, filled with disdain.
"I'm just giving you a kiss. At worst, it's just like how you touched me," he said. "Why is the lady unwilling?"
"I—!"
"Be good. When you come out to play, you always have to pay it back."
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