Jiulong was at a loss for words. He still subconsciously felt that this was a plan to lure the enemy deep into his territory.

After all, the person in front of her was just a young girl.

How could a young girl have such thoughts as wanting to ask him out alone?

Actually, his main motivation for wanting to cooperate was to make money.

Qian Chuan has resources, connections, and prestige; only by cooperating with him can one rival Susan.

Jiulong grew increasingly disappointed. He tentatively took a step forward and asked, "Miss Chuanliu, what are you doing here so late?"

"Brother Long didn't expect it to be me?"

Chuanliu stepped down from the platform of the artificial hill and looked around.

Whether Jiulong was overly confident or eager to cooperate, he really didn't bring anyone with him.

"I knew I hadn't misjudged him. Brother Long is a man of his word."

After being praised by the girl, Jiulong's tension eased considerably, and he confirmed that the girl was the one who had invited him.

"So, what exactly do you want to say after all this trouble of arranging to bring me here?" Jiulong asked, twisting his stiff neck.

Now that things have come to this, Jiulong has no choice but to re-examine the person in front of him.

Could it be that Chuanliu took the initiative to seek cooperation with me?

That doesn't make sense; she couldn't possibly know about my plans.

Chuanliu's expression gradually became serious, which made the man calm down in response to her.

After a moment of silence, she spoke again: "I suspect Susan has a problem."

"What?"

Jiulong didn't react for a moment.

The girl stared intently at the man in front of her and repeated, "I suspect Susan has a problem."

"What do you mean?"

Jiulong struggled to process this sudden message, his mind racing as he considered how to respond.

The girl explained in a deep voice, "As far as I know, Brother Qian Liu always stays at Brother Shuo Wu's place whenever he comes to Red Peach City, right?"

Jiulong nodded.

Chuanliu continued, "But this time, Susan insisted on inviting me and Brother Qian to stay at her place, and even increased the number of patrolmen. And, I heard today..."

The girl paused, pursing her lips, as if hesitant, unsure whether to speak or not.

Jiulong had an idea and encouraged him, saying, "Little sister Chuanliu, if you have any difficulties, just tell your brother Long, and I will help you."

The man tried to gain Chuanliu's trust by using the most friendly tone possible.

The latter then said, "I heard Sister Susan say that she's looking for the thugs from Spade City. Brother Long, tell me, she already has so many guards, why would she need to find a thug gang?"

Jiulong was shocked. He knew that Susan had hired thugs to deal with him.

stinky bastard!

Jiulong cursed Susan in his heart, but on the surface he pretended to be indignant and confirmed the girl's guess, "You mean Susan wants to harm you and Brother Qian Liu? You are honored guests of Red Peach City, how could Susan do this! It's too much!"

The girl pounded her fist on a rock in the artificial hill, appearing extremely agitated. Then, she looked to Jiulong for help, "Brother Long, I'll tell Brother Qian Liu, but he definitely won't believe me. You're the 'Nine of Hearts,' only you can rival the 'Ten of Hearts.' What... what should I do?"

The girl's voice trembled slightly, filled with worry and helplessness.

Jiulong was secretly delighted; he knew his chance had come.

His plans had been stalled, but now he could use the woman in front of him to push them forward.

He tried hard to control his expression, and a plan naturally came to mind.

The man seemed to think seriously for a moment, then patted Chuanliu's shoulder reassuringly, "Little sister, don't worry, you and Brother Qian Liu are both backbone members of Cube City, and also my friends. I, Brother Long, will definitely not sit idly by!"

The girl nodded repeatedly and leaned closer, saying, "I just want to know what Susan is plotting, and who she wants to harm."

His eyes darted around, as if he had made a crucial decision. "For you guys, so what if I offend 'Red Ten'! I'll figure something out!"

"Brother Long, you're such a kind person!" the girl said with a grateful expression.

Jiulong whispered to her, "I've thought about it, and there are still too many people protecting her right now. I want to investigate, but I don't have the opportunity."

"Whatever you need me to do, I'll do my best to cooperate!" the girl quickly replied.

They've taken the bait.

Jiulong chuckled inwardly, his mind racing with calculations. "Find an opportunity to get rid of her people and Brother Qian Liu's people, so I can find someone... to sneak in and gather information."

The girl asked with some concern, "Brother Long, won't this implicate you?"

Jiulong patted his chest and said in a serious tone, "Don't worry, sister, I, Jiulong, have always been quick to help those in need. Even if I'm exposed, I would never betray my friends!"

The girl then nodded.

Jiulong gave several instructions before leaving the jungle maze.

What he didn't see was the girl following not far behind him, who was wearing a meaningful smile.

When he turned around, the figure that had been walking behind him had already disappeared into the maze with its many branching paths.

"Youth is youth, always trying to do these kinds of mysterious things. See, you've gotten yourself confused."

Jiulong couldn't help but laugh.

"Huh? Have I walked this road before...?"

"Huh? Why is there no road here?"

No one knew that the mighty "Nine of Hearts" was trapped in a jungle maze in the middle of the night and only managed to find his way out in a sorry state at dawn.

Chuanliu and Jiulong are plotting to get rid of the people next to Susan.

The night on the other side, however, seemed much calmer.

Wang Shuo brought fried chicken and beer to Susan's mansion and gathered everyone together for a late-night snack.

"Susan, come join us!"

"Eating such high-calorie food so late is so sinful. But Xiao Liu and I can keep you company."

"Oh right, where's Chuanliu? Brother Qian Liu, have you seen her?"

"I don't know...maybe they went for a walk."

"Then I'll save one for her. Let's not wait, it won't taste good if it gets cold."

"..."

Wang Shuo, Qian Chuan, Susan, and "Xiao Liu" sat in the garden.

A gentle night breeze carried the fragrance of flowers as the group sat together, chatting and laughing until late into the night. After a few rounds of drinks, the slightly tipsy crowd began to prepare to leave, and Wang Shuo packed his things to head home.

However, at that moment, a figure suddenly appeared in everyone's sight.

Chuanliu stumbled in, her body covered in blood, revealing a shocking wound.

Her face was as pale as paper, and her eyes revealed terror and despair, as if she had just escaped from a life-or-death struggle.

"Help! Help me!"

The girl used her last bit of strength to shout it out, and then collapsed to the ground, utterly exhausted.