Chapter 659: Adrenaline Surge

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Xiang Wan felt an adrenaline surge. She was not sleepy at all.

She wasnt sure how much time had pa.s.sed before she noticed some movement outside.

The door opened.

She turned her head reflexively and the light came on.

There were a few people standing at the entrance.

Besides Ye Lun and his henchmen, there was also Cheng Zheng.

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He was just like before, clean and appropriately dressed like a gentleman. His tall stature made him look like an elite, no matter which industry he was in. There was also a feeling that he didnt like others going near him. Standing beside Ye Lun, the differences between their demeanor and aura were stark. At the moment, he had a grave expression on his face and seemed more indifferent than usual. Even though he saw Xiang Wan, he didnt show any sign that he was exhilarated to see her alive and well.

Xiang Wan was not used to the sudden light and her eyes narrowed slightly.

They didnt talk so she didnt talk either.

Her eyes only stared at the men at the door.

Youre happy now? This beautiful female prisoner is your Teacher Xiang. Ye Lun had his hands in pockets as he smiled indolently at Cheng Zheng. Shes all well We treated her like we treat our guests and didnt even touch a finger of hers. He looked at Xiang Wan deeply, a teasing smile appeared on his face. Do you think so, Teacher Xiang?

Xiang Wan snorted unhappily.

Cheng Zheng spoke, I want to talk to her in private.

Ye Lun chuckled and rubbed his nose, lowering his head a little. Do you think this is possible? Officer Cheng, youre trying to make things difficult for me

Cheng Zheng stared at him coldly. This is your place. Neither she nor I can leave. What are you worried about? You dont have confidence in yourself?

Ye Lun: Is that a dare?

No, I just want to make sure everything is okay before we cooperate with each other, said Cheng Zheng slowly, For better cooperation between us, will you grant this little request of mine?

Better cooperation?

What did Cheng Zheng promise Ye Lun?

Xiang Wan met Cheng Zhengs gaze and didnt utter a word.

Ye Lun thought for a moment and laughed. Fine, Im open to persuasion. Tonight, this place belongs to both of you. Tomorrow He said to Xiang Wan meaningfully, Ill talk to Teacher Xiang alone.

There was some ambiguity in his words.

Xiang Wan furrowed her eyebrows as she listened whereas Cheng Zheng didnt seem to understand or could not be bothered.

Thank you!

Having gained his approval, he didnt say anything more and walked into the room.

Xiang Wans heart felt heavy as she looked at his rather hasty footsteps, waiting for him to stand in front of her.

Did they make things difficult for you? Cheng Zheng asked.

Xiang Wan felt her throat tighten and shook her head. Why did you want to risk yourself? You should know that this is meaningless

It was already troublesome enough for one of them to become a hostage.

Now that the two of them became hostages, wouldnt it mean the rescue mission had gotten harder?

Xiang Wan couldnt agree with what he did, even though he did this to save her.

Obviously, Cheng Zheng understood her thoughts and remained silent. He looked towards the door and checked that it had been locked. After he walked back and sat on a chair directly opposite Xiang Wan.

This is the only method that I could think of.

Besides doing this, what else could he do?

Besides, even if he didnt do that, Bai Muchuan would have done the same. Moreover, he felt that it would be more advantageous for him to do it rather than Bai Muchuan for he had the skill set to create biochemical weapons while Bai Muchuan was better in investigation and combat. He was suitable to keep the enemy busy while Bai Muchuan was suitable for their rescue.

All these words, he didnt say out loud.

At this moment, there was no point saying this.

Xiang Wan could understand that and remained quiet. She didnt want to ask about things that had already happened.

So What kind of deal did you have with Ye Lun?

Cheng Zheng was expressionless. He will supply me the necessary equipment while Im in charge of recreating the HW gas

Xiang Wans eyes went wide open. You really can do that?

Since the HW gas was stolen from a research laboratory in Country X, it should be the fruit of the entire research team. Even though the police had gotten a sample of it, she did not feel that it would be easy to overcome the technical problems in such a short time and replicate it perfectly.

There was doubt in her eyes. Mm. Well, Cheng Zheng nodded his head.

There isnt much difficulty in such stuff.

Xiang Wan stared at him.

She did not know if she should believe him.

But she didnt ask further as she was worried that there might be a surveillance camera in this room.

Xiang Wan.

Cheng Zheng might have thought the same. He only called her name and didnt continue that topic.

Yeah?

Xiang Wan looked at him.

The two of them exchanged glances.

Cheng Zheng asked, Why didnt you talk?

Xiang Wan laughed. Didnt you say you have something to tell me?

Earlier on, that was he said to Ye Lun, that he wanted to talk to Xiang Wan in private.

A smile appeared on Cheng Zhengs face. A moment later, it got concealed under the yellowish light.

Xiang Wan, I wanted to thank you.

Thank me?

she thought.

What did he mean?

Xiang Wan raised her eyebrows, perplexed by his words. Captain Cheng she laughed. I dont get it!

The moment she sounded relaxed, the atmosphere was instantly relaxed as well.

Cheng Zheng was thus able to speak in a calmer tone. It is easy for a man to know others, but hard for him to know himself. I I wanted to tell you that you need not think that Im here purely to save you and wanted something in return. I actually treated this as a process to find myself.

To find himself?

That sounded so philosophical.

Xiang Wan shook her head and laughed. I dont understand. It sounds so profound.

Cheng Zheng leaned back slightly and clasped his hands together tightly. Maybe Ill put it this way, explained Cheng Zheng nonchalantly, I can cla.s.sify my life into three stages. The first stage is before I got to know Bai Muchuan. The second stage is after I know Bai Muchuan but before I got to know you. The third stage is after I get to know you.

Xiang Wan:

She pressed her lips together a little and smiled as she listened.

Cheng Zheng observed her expression. You need not be taken aback or have any doubts. You and Bai Muchuan influenced me a lot. The existence and arrival of Bai Muchuan burst my fantasy of a happy family which in turn affected me greatly in life As for meeting you I actually have a new understanding about myself.

He looked at Xiang Wan, his eyes were full of a type of pure love and warmth, as well as without any expectation for her to return anything.

So, shouldnt I thank you for this?

He didnt give any details on what kind of understanding he had about himself.

However, although he didnt specify that out, it was hidden in his tone and Xiang Wan could understand that.

Captain Cheng, you really dont need to do this. Theres nothing bad about your past self

Caring for ones self-interest was normal.

Refined egoism might make others feel uncomfortable about people like him. But as long as he didnt harm anyone or harm the interests of others, his behavior was justified and others shouldnt judge his character