The tea was steaming at a lukewarm temperature.
Feng Yaoyao held her teacup, watching the expressions of the two sisters opposite her.
It was absolutely brilliant.
There was a hint of helplessness in the melancholy.
Especially that vixen He Lingyu, whose eyes kept changing expressions, it was obvious at a glance that she was definitely plotting something.
Hearing Qin Bai's words, He Lingyi readjusted her state of mind.
The main event is about to begin.
It's time for negotiations.
She said calmly, "If you knew where He Tiancheng was, you would know why I came to you."
Qin Bai said calmly, "The Giles family."
"It seems you already guessed it."
"It's not hard to guess." Qin Bai stood up, stretched, and relaxed.
If he still doesn't understand the purpose behind the He family finding him at this point, he really should be reborn and find a dignified way to live.
He continued, "Which country is protecting He Tiancheng?"
"No, at least we haven't heard of it yet."
"Hmm?" This time, Qin Bai was taken aback: "Don't tell me he planned that operation himself?"
He Lingyi nodded awkwardly.
Qin Bai squinted and kept staring at the woman opposite him.
“You don’t need to look at my sister like that. This is the situation we have,” He Lingyu interjected.
Qin Bai glanced at her and said, slowly and deliberately, "Sorry, I don't believe you."
What I thought was simple has now become complicated again.
Behind every perfect plan stands a wise man.
But now.
From Qin Bai's perspective.
He Tiancheng wasn't that wise man; he seemed more like a...
Mentally disabled.
Is this not pure or something?
Unless He Tiancheng is insane, he couldn't have done this alone.
This isn't just a conflict between any two families; it's a whole country.
The key point is that he didn't have any protection?
Putting aside whether he cares about He Hui's father's life or death, is he really just after money?
The idea of prioritizing profit is fine, but you have to be alive to spend it.
Once you steal those paintings, you'll be eager to sell them. But you don't even have any connections, so finding a buyer is a problem.
He Lingyi said with a wry smile, "Time is tight, and He Tiancheng is abroad. We really don't have much information. I know this matter seems absurd, but that's the truth."
"Okay, give me the information you know."
He Lingyi took a brown paper file folder out of her bag and handed it over.
"Everything we know is in there, see for yourself."
Qin Bai took it, opened it, and examined it carefully.
He Tiancheng: 28 years old, born into the He family, father...
The detailed description took up two pages.
Qin Bai frowned slightly as he looked at the young man in the photo.
With regular features, slightly raised eyebrows, and bright, spirited eyes, he doesn't look like a villain at all.
The following information details He Tiancheng's travels abroad.
After he arrived at the port by boat, he was accompanied only by a few foreigners, who were probably mercenaries.
During this period, he seemed to be traveling aimlessly, shuttling between various countries.
Their final place of residence was a small country not far from the Giles family home.
That's all?
"That's right."
“That’s troublesome. Based on my understanding of the Giles family’s sphere of influence, this is not their territory.”
“I know, but it’s very close. I believe that as long as you agree to help, given your relationship with Mr. Pierre, he will find a way.”
Qin Bai closed the documents and placed them on the table.
"You mean, I can make the Giles family die for me with just a word? You think too highly of me."
He Lingyu said, "It's not that dangerous. According to the information, no one is protecting He Tiancheng. With the influence of the Giles family, it would be very easy to capture someone."
Upon hearing this, Qin Bai almost laughed out of anger.
"A brain is such a wonderful thing, it's a pity..." Then he looked at He Lingyu and shook his head regretfully.
He Lingyu suddenly stood up: "What do you mean?"
"That's the question I should be asking you."
Qin Bai leaned back in his chair, his gaze towards the two sisters gradually turning cold.
"Leaving aside He Tiancheng's motives, what makes him think he can keep all those paintings for himself?"
"What is leaked out and what is already in hand and then stolen are two completely different things."
“As long as the families abroad aren’t stupid, they all know that thing is a hot potato right now, and no one dares to take it.”
"In other words, unless he's an idiot, he must have arranged all of this a long time ago."
"Therefore, the Giles family is likely facing a power behind a certain country."
Qin Bai leaned forward slightly, his gaze fixed intently on He Lingyi.
"And why should I, Fei Yangyang, put the entire Giles family in danger because of my words?"
He Lingyu said anxiously, "These are just your guesses. It's very likely that things aren't that complicated at all."
"It's not just a guess, my intuition also tells me that this is dangerous."
When faced with certain major decisions, Qin Bai is accustomed to putting all his ideas out in the open.
Don't wait until things turn out the worst to be unprepared.
He Lingyi said, "Whether these are hypotheticals or facts, what would it take for you to help us find those paintings?"
"It's not about what I want right now, but about this matter that I can't help you with."
"As long as you agree to this, our He family will unconditionally stand on your side in this business battle between you and the Luo family."
Qin Bai looked at He Lingyi's sincere expression and remained silent.
"Not enough? Fine, haven't you always wanted to know the military's stance? After this matter, I'll tell you something that interests you."
Qin Bai smiled calmly.
"Isn't that enough?" He Lingyi gritted her teeth: "You're not just helping me now, but most of the officials in Kyoto. They will remember this favor in the future."
Qin Bai looked down and fiddled with his fingers.
"Don't go too far, we've already promised enough..." He Lingyu stomped her foot in exasperation.
He Lingyi waved her hand, interrupting her sister.
"Qin Bai, as long as you help, I guarantee that the Luo family will not make a move during this period and will give you a fair chance to compete."
Snap.
As Qin Bai's clothes trembled, the buttons hit the chair with a crisp sound.
He stood up and said calmly, "What I need most right now is time. I have little chance of winning this war with the Luo family."
"but."
"I'm sorry, but I won't risk my friend's life to test an unknown abyss. That has crossed my line."
"so......"
"I can't help you with this."
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