"How was your rest, Miss Ye?"
Hearing Xu Shi ask this question, Ye Shanshan, who had just been untied and was stretching her muscles, just wanted to glare at him to death.
How dare you even ask that? Are you barking like a dog?
She was almost tortured to death last night—being tied up was uncomfortable enough, but having this thing in her mouth made it even worse, not to mention being able to hear him moaning and groaning next door.
Originally, her superpower complications were not serious; she would simply feel extremely weak and sleepy after using her powers. Usually, a good night's sleep and some medication would make her fine.
However, these factors combined made it impossible for her to fall asleep, and she only managed to doze off in the middle of the night.
It would be a miracle if they could get proper rest.
You know how to torture people... But she didn't realize that despite being tortured, her resentment didn't seem as strong as she had imagined.
Clearly, she has also become one of the victims of "victim implantation"—in fact, even Xu Shi, who "increases entropy of evil thoughts," has not forgotten to use his superpowers and give you a one-stop service.
However, there's no need for the kind of victim-dependent dependence that Lin Yue has for the time being... Thinking this, Xu Shi said gently, "Would you like something to eat? After you finish eating, come out with me."
"...Huh?"
Ye Shanshan was taken aback when she heard this, and then shook her head vigorously.
How can I go out wearing something like this?
"But you're still my secretary."
Xu Shi tilted his head. "Or perhaps you'd like to stay at the company for the afternoon's presentation?"
"..."
What else could Miss Ye Shanshan say? She could only pray in her heart that the lemon would turn sour soon.
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Four o'clock in the afternoon, Sin City, District Seven.
There is one place in the area that stands out from the rest. Instead of crooked, stacked old prefabricated houses, or syringes and garbage scattered all over the ground, there is a three-story classical pavilion, which is spotless and even has incense used to mask the unpleasant smell of various medicines mixed together.
This is the headquarters of the "Long Knife Gang". The gang members stationed here all wear ancient-style Tang suits, and each of them carries a long knife at their waist, which is very much in line with their gang name.
However, don't be careless because of this. It's basically just for decoration. Nobody expects to fight with it. In fact, the most common scene that residents of District 7 see is that members of the "Long Knife Gang" will pull out guns from under their clothes and use cyber-Iaijutsu while fighting.
At this very moment, Ding Jun, the leader of the "Long Knife Gang," was sitting on the rooftop of the pavilion, holding a purple clay teapot, sizing up the young man in front of him who was sitting with his legs crossed.
"Your Excellency... are you Mr. Xu Shi, a director of 'Snake Ring'?"
Although he has a square face with a full beard, he speaks in a refined and scholarly manner.
"It's the real deal, Chief Ding Jun. It's a pleasure to meet you."
Xu Shi also changed his clothes to a simple street-style sportswear... He had to do as the Romans do, wearing his usual clothes would be too flashy.
"I've heard so much about you."
His inherent air of superiority was undeniable, which made Ding Jun take him seriously. "And who is this person next to Chairman Xu?"
"This is my secretary, Miss Ye."
Xu Shi introduced it to him with a smile.
"oh."
Ding Jun nodded thoughtfully, a strange look appearing in his eyes.
The main problem is that Ye Shanshan's outfit is too strange - she's wearing a mask that covers half of her face, and the hood of her sweatshirt also covers the back of her head.
While it's understandable that people from Night City would disguise themselves when they come to Sin City, even your master isn't as well-covered as you are!
Ye Shanshan naturally noticed his curiosity, and felt both angry and annoyed.
You think she's trying to dress like this and she's almost out of breath... but if she didn't cover it up like this, her "silence" would be immediately obvious.
Xu Shi certainly wouldn't take it off for her; she couldn't untie it herself—it was all designed that if she tried to forcibly remove it, the circuitry embedded in the metal ball would electrocute her to the point of near death.
That's the only way to cover it up. Although wearing something like this in public is embarrassing, at least it won't be noticed, so at least I'm saving her some face.
The truth is that he thoughtfully fed himself before leaving the house, but no matter how he tried to adjust Xiaoqiu, she could only eat liquid food... But could this be considered Mr. Xu's last act of tenderness?
...Pah, pah, pah! He's so gentle! He should have finished earlier!
Ye Shanshan grumbled inwardly, feeling resentful.
"May I ask what brings you two here?"
Fortunately, Ding Jun didn't pay much attention to it and instead asked about serious matters.
"Let's make a deal with Chief Ding."
Xu Shi nodded. "Let's get straight to the point. I imagine you've been having quite a headache lately. I've heard that the people from the Sixth District have been trying to get their hands on the Seventh District every now and then."
"Under these circumstances, I think Chief Ding urgently needs to prepare some weapons?"
"...Then, how much assistance can Chairman Xu provide us?"
Having said that, Ding Jun naturally spoke frankly, "Furthermore, are you looking for a long-term partnership, or a one-off deal?"
In fact, the "Long Knife Gang" has always been backed by "Imaginary Numbers," but it is a mature gang, and making two birds with one stone is a must.
There's no rule that says a gang can only rely on one conglomerate. You can find ten if you want... it just depends on how you manage things.
Moreover, Xu Shi was right. The people of "Disge" have indeed been acting rather recklessly lately, so we need to be prepared in advance. Besides, we shouldn't refuse aid that's offered to us.
These conglomerates often offer high-quality goods at low prices, making them a very cost-effective option.
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