"You're just flirting with me, and as you saw just now, I'm in big trouble." Ning Qingyan said softly, "Getting too close to me won't do you any good."

"They're just a few Japanese dogs. If they dare to come again, I'll kill them all," Ye Xingchen snorted.

Then, puzzled, he asked, "How did you get involved with these mad dogs?"

“My great-grandfather was one of the three leaders of the Zhongmen sect during the Republic of China era,” Ning Qingyan said. “Once, during an assassination attempt on a corrupt official, he obtained a bamboo scroll called the ‘Heavenly Jade Scroll’ from his residence.”

"It is said that there is treasure in this map. Japanese spies have been looking for that map. Then war broke out, and the Zhongmen headquarters moved overseas. My great-grandfather was unable to leave for various reasons, so he stayed."

"Later, my great-grandfather passed away, and the picture was passed on to my grandfather. After my mother and he passed away, the picture came to me."

"So the Japanese are still looking for this picture?" Ye Xingchen realized.

"Yes, but I really don't know if there is any treasure in this picture. But my great-grandfather left behind a special group of guardians who have protected us for generations. I think there must be some secret in this picture."

"I see." Ye Xingchen nodded. "It's alright, I'll protect you from now on."

Ning Qingyan smiled sweetly, then suddenly leaned close to Ye Xingchen's ear, put her arm around him, and pressed herself tightly against him.

At the same time, she breathed softly, "Actually, it's not impossible for me to be your woman, but first of all, you have to make me feel safe."

"I'd risk my life for you, wouldn't you call that a sense of security?" Ye Xingchen's eyes were practically spitting fire. This woman was too good at seducing people. If it weren't for the fact that her period hadn't ended yet, he would have taken her right there and now.

"That needs further investigation." Ning Qing chuckled. "Let's get down to business. How much are you planning to invest?"

"An initial investment of 500 million yuan should be enough to keep the company running, right?" Ye Xingchen asked.

"Five hundred million? Where did you get so much money?" Ning Qingyan asked, knowing that Ye Xingchen had earned nearly two hundred million at the auction.

But that's all he has, right? Where did the rest of the money come from?

“I don’t have that much money, but naturally someone will be interested in my project. I’ll tell your best friend later. If she’s interested, I’ll give her the entire 500 million to manage, and she’ll be in charge of everything.”

After leaving the office building, Ye Xingchen received a call from Ning Xin, who said that Grandpa Ning had been in good spirits these past few days, but he was still a little worried and wanted Ye Xingchen to have a follow-up check-up.

Ye Xingchen agreed and drove to the hospital.

When we arrived at the private ward, besides Mr. Ning, there was also a middle-aged man who greeted him with concern at his bedside.

Xu Liangping, a director of the Drug Administration, was a former subordinate of Ning Lao.

"Grandpa, Uncle Xu, Brother Ye is here." Ning Xin led Ye Xingchen in.

"So this is Mr. Ye. I've heard so much about you." Xu Liangping quickly stood up and warmly extended his hands: "Let me introduce myself. I am Xu Liangping, an old subordinate of Elder Ning. Mr. Ye, Elder Ning's health is largely thanks to you."

"Hello." Ye Xingchen was a little confused.

Xu Liangping is a deputy director of the State Drug Administration. After starting my own company, I couldn't get around him, but his enthusiasm seemed a bit excessive.

After exchanging pleasantries for a while, Ye Xingchen took Ning Lao's pulse and then adjusted the prescription and medication according to his physical condition.

"Elder Ning is recovering well. I've adjusted the prescription a bit, but he should pay attention to a light diet recently," Ye Xingchen said with a smile.

"Okay, thank you, Xiao Ye," Old Ning said with a smile.

After staying with Elder Ning for a while, Ye Xingchen was about to leave, but Xu Liangping called out to him as soon as he stepped out the door: "Brother Ye, please wait."

"Director Hou, what's wrong?" Ye Xingchen was a little surprised. The other party's rank was not low, at least a deputy director-general level, and he didn't have any relationship with him. Why did the other party call him "brother"?

“Brother, don’t be so polite. Elder Ning was my former superior, we’re practically family. If you don’t mind, just call me brother.” Xu Liangping said with a smile, “I’ve heard you’re an accurate fortune teller, I wonder if it would be convenient for you…”

Ye Xingchen suddenly realized that this was what they were after. He said seriously, "Brother, I see that your forehead is full and your official career palace is faintly purple. I predict that you will definitely be able to advance another step within three days."

"Moreover, my brother's destiny palace is accompanied by a lucky star, which indicates that you will have the help of a noble person. After this promotion, I predict that you will definitely achieve political achievements within three to five years in office, so you will rise rapidly and at least reach the provincial or ministerial level."

Ye Xingchen certainly wouldn't make things up. Judging from the man's appearance, he must have been promoted recently; that was a certainty.

Moreover, this shipment has a very strong momentum, and it may eventually stop at the provincial or ministerial level.

"Really?" Xu Liangping was overjoyed. In fact, the news about his promotion had been circulating for several years.

But for some reason, it has been put on hold. Now, the bureau chief is facing retirement, but he still has no idea what to do about it.

Hearing Ye Xingchen say this, he was overjoyed. He grasped Ye Xingchen's hand and said, "Brother, Liu Zhenye and I have known each other for a long time. He said that you are a man of your word and always keep your promises."

"To be honest, my promotion has been delayed for more than two years. Since you say so, I definitely have a chance this time. Thank you."

"Brother Hou, you don't need to be so polite. We're all family here. My company is about to open, and it deals in traditional Chinese medicine. I hope you'll take good care of me then," Ye Xingchen said with a smile.

"That's for sure. You can rest assured, brother, on my own little plot of land." Xu Liangping laughed heartily.

"Brother Ye, is Uncle Xu really going to get promoted this time?" Ning Xin asked.

"He will definitely be promoted." Ye Xingchen smiled slightly. Xu Liangping was from the Ning family lineage, and with him around, there was no need to worry about drug approvals for the company.

"Haha, if Brother Ye says you can get promoted, you definitely can." Ning Xin laughed heartily. "Brother Ye, I need your help with something. I'll take you somewhere."

Ye Xingchen was surprised that Ning Xin would drive him directly to a military base.

This is a restricted area; normal vehicles would be turned back here. However, Ning Xin had a pass and passed through without hindrance.

The base is not large, at most 3 square kilometers.

More than ten new-generation Type 99A main battle tanks were on the open field. Their military green appearance and thick gun barrels looked very impactful.

This thing weighs a full 58 tons, can reach speeds of 75 kilometers per hour on the road, and has extremely strong defensive and offensive capabilities, making it a true king of land warfare.

Moreover, on the other side, there were six armed helicopters, loaded with ammunition, with a cold six-barreled gun protruding from one side.

The camp was garrisoned by at least one battalion of soldiers. When Ye Xingchen arrived, they were training there, and the loud slogans were exhilarating.

One squad stood out from the rest. The squad consisted of sixteen men dressed in black camouflage uniforms, and each member was equipped with extremely sophisticated gear.

The renowned special forces team, the Blue Wolf.