Susan was extremely conflicted. If what Chuanliu said was true, and Jiulong's research succeeded, he would become the sole ruler, and she would surely die.
But now, no one can prove that Chuanliu is telling the truth.
Susan pondered for a long time before saying, "All you've said is to get me to prove your suspicions about Jiulong. Why should I risk everything for a mere suspicion, and why should I believe you?"
Chuanliu showed no extra expression, simply looking at her calmly, "Based on this guess, you are the first victim."
Whatever Jiulong is planning, the first person affected by his growing power is his superior, "Red Heart 10" Susan.
Susan was speechless.
Indeed, if she doesn't prove herself now, the price she'll pay in the future will be far more than just trial and error.
Adhering to the principle of "better safe than sorry," Susan pondered for a long time before saying, "So, what are your conditions?"
Chuanliu smiled slightly, seemingly having already made up his mind. "I want to know how you managed to get the '10 of Hearts' position two years ago."
Susan was taken aback; she hadn't expected Chuanliu to propose such a deal—a story about his past.
This story, for her, can be explained in just a few words.
However, at this moment, she was caught in a dilemma.
Because her story also involves another person, someone she vowed to protect.
A complex light flashed in Susan's eyes, as if she were recalling that past event, or perhaps weighing the cost of this exchange.
Chuanliu saw her expression and, who was initially somewhat uncertain, became even more certain that Susan had a story she wanted to know.
After a long silence, Susan shook her head. "I'm sorry, I can't say."
Chuanliu wasn't surprised by her reaction. She took a deep breath and said softly, "You're willing to give up crucial enemy intelligence just to protect him, right?"
Susan looked at the girl, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes, "Did he tell you this too?"
The girl did not deny it.
Susan laughed, as if mocking herself, or perhaps relieved. "He tells you everything. Sometimes I'm really envious of you."
Chuanliu lowered his eyes, guiding the woman: "So, can you tell me now?"
The latter shook his head again, "No, there are some things he can say, but he absolutely cannot say them from my mouth."
"You can talk about your part."
Chuanliu said calmly.
Susan thought for a moment and then said, "After I tell you my story, you'll help me, right?"
The latter nodded, "I will help you rescue that researcher."
"good."
Susan sighed softly and fell into her memories.
"Originally, I was just an unknown nobody on Paradise Island. When I arrived on the island, they gave me the '4 of Hearts' as my identity card, but before I could even enjoy it, they took it away."
Four years ago, the "9" and "10" rivalry erupted in the City of Hearts. Although I and a few others did not belong to either side, we were still affected. The two groups first extended olive branches to us, which we did not accept; then, fearing that we would join the other side, they began to suppress us.
Life became increasingly difficult, and I couldn't take it anymore, so I ran away to the Wuwang District.
As you know, the Wuwang District doesn't belong to any particular faction; it's a melting pot of all sorts of people, which ironically maintains a balance.
I found a job in the Wuwang District to make a living, which is now the Wuwang Auction House. I thought I would just drift through life like this, but two years later, the war of the Hearts still spread to the Wuwang District. People from the Diamonds and Spades also joined in.
In the end, when they were both severely weakened, many official resident positions in the City of Hearts became vacant, as the former "Ten of Hearts" perished in that "disaster." I secured the "Ten of Hearts" position based on the reputation I had accumulated at the auction house.
After Susan finished speaking, she waited for Chuanliu's feedback.
Just as she said, money strings were not mentioned in her story.
After hearing the story, Chuanliu pondered silently.
It was Cao He, the "Nine of Hearts," who defeated the "Ten of Hearts" and became the "King of Hearts." In that chaotic situation, he had every opportunity to place his men in higher positions.
However, Jiulong, who shared a secret with him, was not promoted to "10 of Hearts," and Susan took his place instead.
Could it be that it's all for guarding that giant machine in the secret room of the base?
Besides, although Susan omitted the existence of the money string in the story, Chuanliu can find some clues through the loopholes in her narrative.
For example, when the "disaster" struck, the Uncharted Territory was no longer a peaceful place. How did Susan protect herself? For example, when she returned to the City of Hearts to fight for her identity, how did she persuade the higher-ups to give her the "10 of Hearts"?
Qiao Jie once said that Qian Chuan's influence expanded rapidly not long after he arrived on the island. If Qian Chuan, as a member of the Cube City, showed support for Susan at this time, it wouldn't be hard to understand why Susan was able to outmaneuver Jiu Long, who had powerful backers.
Chuanliu felt that the different stories she heard from different people were gradually filling in the gaps in the "disaster".
Like a jigsaw puzzle.
To piece together the whole picture of the incident.
“Three days later, Jiulong will take He Dadong and Zhuang Qiang to the red-light district to collect debts. Send a few skilled men to Jiulong’s base to distract the guards, and I will take the opportunity to move them away.”
Before leaving, Chuanliu gave these instructions.
Three days passed quickly, and Chuanliu was already waiting at the base for Susan's people to arrive.
It was midday, the time when the guards were at their most tired.
Suddenly, a commotion broke out at the main gate, followed by several unprovoked arguments.
As they argued, it's unclear who started it, but the two sides began to fight.
Chuanliu kept an eye on the situation downstairs. Susan had specifically chosen a dozen or so unfamiliar faces; they were quick and decisive, their moves precise and ruthless—clearly Sun Qianfan's men.
The organized and disciplined attack overwhelmed Jiulong's guards, and soon cries of agony could be heard.
Hearing the cries for help outside, the other guards patrolling inside grabbed their weapons and rushed out to join the fray.
Seeing that the time was right, Chuanliu walked out of the room and headed towards Jiulong's office.
But she soon encountered a problem—the two guards in Jiulong's office hadn't left. Instead, they had become even more vigilant because of the fighting outside.
The girl didn't panic. She pretended to be anxious and ran towards the two men, panting. She pointed downstairs and said, "Brothers, a fight has broken out downstairs! The troublemakers are about to rush up! Come and help!"
The two men exchanged a glance and shook their heads. "Brother Long instructed us that we cannot leave our posts."
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