Li Zhengyang's behavior at that moment was truly impolite. Just as he was having a lively conversation with one person, his attention inexplicably shifted to another.

This action undoubtedly conveyed to Xiao Weiguo that he was not taken seriously.

However, the reality is far more complex than it appears. Li Zhengyang did this entirely because he was attracted by a mysterious aura emanating from Jiao Bai.

The feeling was like a fierce tiger that had long dwelled in the deep mountains, suddenly encountering a majestic lion when it stepped into the vast grassland.

In this situation, its entire focus will inevitably be instantly concentrated on the lion.

This is a tacit understanding that is unique to the strong and cannot be expressed in words.

At the same time, when Jiao Bai first caught a glimpse of Li Zhengyang, all the muscles in his body involuntarily contracted suddenly.

Almost at the same instant, he keenly realized that the seemingly ordinary young man standing in front of him was, like himself, a top master in the field of martial arts.

The moment their eyes met, the surrounding air seemed to boil and ignite, sparking and freezing the relaxed atmosphere.

However, in that tense moment when everyone was on edge and breathless, time seemed to freeze, and the tense standoff lasted only a very brief instant.

Immediately afterwards, as if by telepathy, the two of them simultaneously and quickly looked away from each other, as if the thrilling and tense confrontation had never actually happened.

This sudden change caused the previously heavy and oppressive atmosphere to dissipate rapidly, like ice and snow melting away, restoring a natural and peaceful state.

After all, they all knew very well that the other party was not their irreconcilable enemy, and they could not even find a trace of murderous intent or hostility in them.

Even experts of the same level would not be enemies.

As Li Zhengyang slowly withdrew his sharp, piercing gaze, his eyes naturally returned to Xiao Weiguo.

Xiao Weiguo, who has always been meticulous and exceptionally perceptive, was able to analyze and deduce in his mind as quickly as Sherlock Holmes based on Jiao Bai's fleeting and subtle behavior, and immediately made an accurate guess.

The seemingly ordinary Li Zhengyang standing in front of him could definitely not be an ordinary person.

Otherwise, how could he have elicited such a strong reaction from Jiao Bai, who is usually calm and collected?

Upon closer examination, it makes perfect sense, considering that this time the Imperial Palace directly dispatched personnel to oversee and follow up on such a crucial matter.

How could one entrust such a crucial task to a mediocre person with no outstanding abilities?

When we finally arrive in the complex and perilous environment abroad, if we don't have solid skills and real expertise, even survival will be a major problem, let alone successfully completing this arduous follow-up work.

Although he already knew the truth, Xiao Weiguo's face did not show even the slightest unusual expression.

He remained calm and composed, holding Li Zhengyang's hand tightly without making a sound, and said in a steady tone, "Comrade Li Zhengyang, you must be tired from your journey. Come on, let's talk inside."

With a smile on his face and his eyes shining with kindness and friendliness, he tightly grasped Li Zhengyang's broad and strong hand, as if he were seeing an old friend he had not seen for a long time.

Then, as he pulled Li Zhengyang toward his office, he didn't forget to exchange a few warm greetings.

"Come, come, Comrade Li Zhengyang, please come inside!"

As the saying goes, when in Rome, do as the Romans do. Faced with Xiao Weiguo's enthusiastic invitation, Li Zhengyang hesitated slightly, but ultimately could not refuse. He could only nod obediently and follow Xiao Weiguo into the spacious and bright office.

Jiao Bai, who had been following closely behind, stopped just as he was about to step through the door.

He knew the identity and background of the visitor before him, and knew that there was no need to worry about Xiao Weiguo's personal safety at this moment.

So Jiao Bai silently turned to the side and stood quietly outside the door, as dutifully as a guardian deity.

At this moment, Secretary Fang Mei gracefully approached with small, quick steps.

She skillfully poured each of them a cup of steaming, fragrant tea.

After everything was settled, Fang Mei was about to quietly leave the room when Xiao Weiguo suddenly called out to her.

"Secretary Fang, please wait a moment. Could you please call Luo Yongjun and Yu Wengui separately and tell them to come here again as soon as possible? It's quite urgent."

Upon hearing the instructions, Fang Mei quickly responded.

“Okay, Mr. Xiao, I’ll contact them right away.”

After saying that, she quickly turned and left, carefully closing the door behind her.

After the door was closed, Xiao Weiguo first bent down and straightened the lapel of his sharp suit, then sat upright on the sofa, straightened his back, raised his right hand and made an elegant gesture toward Li Zhengyang opposite him, and said with a smile.

"Comrade Li Zhengyang, you must be exhausted from your long journey. You must be very tired."

I don't have much to offer you, just this simple cup of tea to express my sincere gratitude. I hope you won't find it offensive.

Before he finished speaking, Xiao Weiguo picked up the teacup in front of him, parted his lips slightly, and took a small sip of the fragrant tea.

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