Number 268, Ah Huo, no need to consider it anymore.
When Gu Mingxia said those words, the cruel expression on her face terrified Song Jia.
He had always thought he knew Gu Mingxia well, but now Song Jia realized that he really didn't understand the woman in front of him at all.
During this time, Gu Mingxia always had a gentle smile in front of him, so Song Jia forgot about the information he had seen, and also forgot that the person in front of him was able to use a dagger to slash his father's mistress when he was only eight years old, and that mistress was his aunt.
If she can be so ruthless to her former relatives, how much more so to her ex-husband who betrayed her and abandoned her feelings?
Song Jia couldn't help but shiver. It was obvious that Gu Mingxia had seen his action, and she turned her head to face Song Jia directly.
"What, are you scared?"
She knew that this version of herself might seem frightening, but Gu Mingxia felt that this was the most authentic version of her.
She once thought about being kind, and she had been soft-hearted towards those who had wronged her, but what did she gain in the end?
All she received was endless harm and unbridled excess. Therefore, Gu Mingxia decided she could no longer tolerate it!
Since kindness is no longer effective, she might as well revert to her true nature!
Only by making sure that all those who hurt her receive the retribution they deserve can Gu Mingxia feel that she has done right by herself and right by the mentally challenged Gu Huaikun!
"No, repaying kindness with kindness and taking revenge for wrongs. That's how you live a truly authentic life."
Song Jia smiled. After getting used to Gu Mingxia like this, he no longer felt the fear he had before.
Although Gu Mingxia may seem ruthless, she is actually the easiest person to get along with. As long as you don't cross her bottom line and don't do anything to hurt or betray her, you will be the most trustworthy and worthy person to protect in her heart.
Given Song Jia's feelings for Gu Mingxia, he probably would never think of betraying her in this lifetime!
"Don't worry, you're my friend. I'll never treat you the way I treat Bai Zixuan."
Gu Mingxia stood up, stood outside the window, looked at the inky night, and said something lightly. Song Jia was taken aback, but quickly raised an eyebrow. Being able to be her friend for life should be an honor!
"You should get some rest. The person you need will be in front of you in as little as three days."
"Thank you for your help."
Gu Mingxia didn't turn her head back, still staring blankly at the night.
To be honest, Gu Mingxia felt a little uncomfortable about making this decision to deal with Bai Zixuan. After all, they were husband and wife, and even if she didn't love Bai Zixuan, there was still the debt of gratitude she owed him for saving her life. Thinking about everything Bai Zixuan had done, Gu Mingxia wasn't as angry as she had been at the beginning.
However, he shouldn't have tried to take advantage of the Gu Group. Now, this is Gu Mingxia's Achilles' heel, and she won't take anyone who touches it lightly.
After calming herself down, Gu Mingxia placed her hands on her swollen belly, her beautiful face radiating maternal love.
"Sweetie, how about Mommy puts you to sleep? It's getting late, so let's go to sleep together. Tomorrow morning... how about Mommy takes you for a walk?"
Whether it was a coincidence or the baby in her womb truly understood Gu Mingxia's words, it suddenly kicked her belly with its little foot. Gu Mingxia was stunned. This was the first time she had felt fetal movement so clearly since she became pregnant. In an instant, her eyes filled with tears.
"Sweetie, you understood what Mommy said, didn't you? You're so great, baby."
Gu Mingxia simply lay down on the bed, her hands still resting on her lower abdomen, and began to talk happily with her unborn daughter.
As soon as she finished speaking, the baby kicked her belly again, and Gu Mingxia's smile deepened.
"Sweetie, shall we go to sleep? The doctor said that you need to sleep well at night to grow properly. Will you be a good boy/girl? We can do some exercise during the day, okay?"
Her belly was kicked a few more times before it gradually calmed down. Gu Mingxia's lips were full of maternal glow. She hugged her pregnancy pillow and drifted off to sleep with a sweet feeling in her heart.
Three days later, Song Jia and Gu Mingxia arrived at a resort owned by the Gu family outside the city.
"Goddess, the spring water here tastes especially good, you should try it."
Although Gu Mingxia is the eldest daughter of the Gu family, to be honest, this is her first time visiting a resort under the Gu family's name.
Once here, Song Jia acted more like the hostess than Gu Mingxia herself. She poured water and took orders for food and snacks, making Gu Mingxia feel a little embarrassed.
"You seem to know this place very well."
Gu Mingxia picked up her water glass, took a sip, and found it to be indeed sweet and refreshing—a rare find indeed. No wonder there were so many elderly people here, especially those who had retired and were looking into health preservation.
"Once you've found the person, you have to choose a place to meet, right? I've come here these past few days to experience it and I've learned a bit more about it."
Song Jia scratched his head, as if Gu Mingxia would be unhappy if he knew too much about this place.
"This place is really nice, with beautiful mountains and clear waters, and even the spring water tastes so good."
It seems she'll have to develop this resort more in the future.
"The facilities and conditions here are quite good, but there's one downside: it's very inconvenient to come here."
Song Jia was right. This resort really is just a resort, located in the farthest valley in Xiangcheng. It's really inconvenient to get there and back. So, although the resort does good business, it's mostly people who have nothing to do and plenty of money. It seems to be lacking something to truly make the business thrive.
"It is indeed a bit remote, but it seems there's no time to build a road now."
"The problem here isn't the road, it's that no cars come here. Besides, this place is so remote, if someone really came here alone, to be honest, it would be quite scary."
Song Jia was telling the truth. Although he was a mercenary and not afraid of these things, how many people like him are there?
"I hadn't realized you had such a good business sense. After this mission is over, would you be interested in working for Gu's Group?"
"What for? Your driver/bodyguard?"
He casually leaned back in his chair, unconsciously exuding a cynical air that was completely different from his previous self. If Gu Mingxia didn't know Song Jia well, she would really think that this was the real Song Jia.
"It would be a huge waste of your talents to only be a driver and bodyguard."
Song Jia's computer and anti-hacking skills have reached an unparalleled level. If he wanted, he could easily find a job in Silicon Valley with an annual salary of hundreds of thousands or even millions. However, Gu Mingxia had no idea why Song Jia chose to become a mercenary, such a dangerous profession.
"What do you mean by 'using a great talent for a small job' or 'using a small talent for a big job'? I'm only suited to be a driver and a thug. I'm nowhere near as good as those top-notch bodyguards."
With a chuckle, Song Jia sat up straight and took a few sips of the sweet spring water. When he turned around unintentionally, he suddenly burst out laughing.
"Goddess, the person you asked for has arrived."
Gu Mingxia looked up and saw a young man with a red t-shirt, a black leather jacket, black skinny jeans, and a head of black, frizzy hair walking towards her.
When she saw this person, she couldn't help but frown. This person seemed too...unreliable!
Thinking this way, she couldn't help but glare fiercely at Song Jia, who seemed to have expected this all along.
"Goddess, you're asking for loan sharking, and I think Ah Huo is absolutely capable of fulfilling your request."
Bai Zixuan is not as simple as he seems. If you can't intimidate him, lending money at high interest rates will probably be a waste of time.
The Ah Huo he found was fierce-looking enough, at least in appearance, and Song Jia had complete faith in him.
Gu Mingxia gave a soft snort as if she didn't believe it, but she didn't show any dissatisfaction on her face. She just sat there quietly.
"Hi, Song Jia."
Ah Huo sat down at the table without any ceremony, casually greeted Song Jia, and then turned to stare at Gu Mingxia with a look of amazement in his eyes.
"Hi, beautiful lady, you're so pretty. How about I treat you to lunch?"
Gu Mingxia rarely encountered someone who directly struck up a conversation like this. Although it was a bit old-fashioned, she was still a little happy. No matter what, women always hope to be approached and complimented!
"I'm sorry, I don't think we're very familiar with each other."
"My name is Ah Huo. May I ask how you should address me, Miss?"
Ah Huo grew up abroad and has always been very open-minded. After meeting Gu Mingxia, he directly expressed his admiration.
"Ah Huo, this is Miss Gu whom I mentioned to you on the phone, and she is also the boss who hired you this time."
"What? What a pity!"
Ah Huo shrugged. He never had any emotional entanglements with his work partners. Although Gu Mingxia amazed him, he couldn't compromise his principles.
"Alright, let's get down to business."
Song Jia chuckled and playfully punched Ah Huo, then gestured for Gu Mingxia to speak. Gu Mingxia picked up her water glass, took a sip, and then turned to look at Ah Huo with a gentle smile.
"I think Song Jia has already explained things to you. The task I asked you to do this time is actually very simple. Just lend the loan at high interest rates to others as I require. If they can't repay in the end, you can handle it as you see fit."
"That's all? I can do whatever I want, however I want?"
Ah Huo looked at Gu Mingxia with uncertainty and deliberately emphasized his question. Gu Mingxia smiled and nodded.
"Yes, it's that simple. I won't interfere with how you handle it."
"I see!" Ah Huo rested his chin on his hand, pondering for a while before looking at Gu Mingxia. "Do you have a grudge against that person? My methods can be quite ruthless! If you don't know, you can ask Song Jia. Why don't you find out before deciding whether to let me handle it as I please?"
"No need to ask anymore, let's decide on this! I'll have Song Jia pay you the deposit later. And I'll also provide you with the money from the loan shark."
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