Chapter 176 - My Days as an Underling

Translated by Eve

Edited by Serefina

1. My Days as an Underling

Ding, transfer to new world complete. Memory transfer in progress.

This was a modern world. Xie Hes name in this world was Yang Ling.

Yang Ling originally had a blissful and happy home life. However, when he was eight years old, he witnessed his parents murder and watched his home become engulfed by a sea of flames. As a child, he had hidden under his bed and thus managed to survive.

From that moment on, that mans face had been firmly etched into his memory and the grudge was engraved into his heart.

After escaping his home, Yang Ling had wandered around for a while before he was taken in by his father, Yang Jins, close friend, Police Commissioner Hall. Hall hadnt wanted Yang Ling to get involved with the underworld. He had tried to help Yang Ling forget about his painful past so he could lead a peaceful life. But after Yang Ling grew up, he had still figured out a way to find out the truth behind his parents death. His father, Yang Jin, had been an undercover cop. Back then, because his ident.i.ty had been exposed, he had been personally killed by the renowned crime boss Liang Chengshan.

Despite Halls attempts at stopping him, Yang Ling joined Liang Chengshans organization for the sake of revenge. He used any and all means to climb up the ladder to approach Liang Chengshan. Several years later, he finally managed to become Liang Chengshans capable subordinate.

But Liang Chengshan was extremely cautious and suspicious of others. He didnt trust anyone. It would not be easy to kill him. Yang Ling had been by Liang Chengshans side all this time, waiting for an opportunity to strike a fatal blow against him.

After Xie He finished going through the memories, he clicked his tongue twice.

Xie HeMy targets Liang Chengshan?

444(**)Host

dada

, youre amazing! You knew before I even told you!

Xie HeA good pair of absolutely irreconcilable enemiesits definitely on brand for the System. ?

444

Xie He opened his eyes and found himself lying down on the sofa within some lounge. He stood up and headed to the washroom, glancing into the mirror. He was very pleased with his new body.

A healthy, wheat-coloured complexion; a tall and straight nose; slightly thin lips; long, narrow beautiful eyes; danger and allure swirling within his features. The body was also very good. Yang Ling had broad shoulders, a narrow waist and a pair of long, straight, powerful legs. Two b.u.t.tons of the white s.h.i.+rt he was wearing had been undone, revealing his slender neck. His collarbone could also be faintly seen. He was very s.e.xy.

Xie HeI like this body. Its nice to change it up sometimes. This body would be a very energetic top. Smile.JPG

444

Xie HeToo bad it will be other people who get to top him. ?

444O(_)O~

Xie He pondered for a moment and recalled that he was currently in one of Liang Chengshans casinos. This casino was very luxurious. Even though they were in a regular lounge, it still made for a dazzling sight.

Today, Liang Chengshan had brought him here. Yang Ling had then gone to find him a beautiful blond man. Currently, Liang Chengshan was busy and Yang Ling was waiting outside.

Xie He left the lobby. Liang Chengshans bodyguard, Kenny, glanced at him and then looked away nonchalantly. When they had first met, he had looked down on this Eastern Asian youngster. The other had looked beautiful and not strong at all. But after being beaten up by Yang Ling once, he didnt dare underestimate him again. Even so, their relations.h.i.+p still wasnt particularly good.

Xie He didnt mind. He looked at his watch and guessed that Liang Chengshan should be done by now. He knocked on the door.

Shortly after, a low, refined voice came through from the other side. Come in.

Xie He lowered his gaze, pus.h.i.+ng the door open as he walked in respectfully. He then looked up and gazed at the man inside.

The man was standing tall, his back straight. He had an arm reached out as he put on his black suit jacket. The man then took his time doing up his tie. When he turned his head slightly towards Xie He, a scholarly, wise face could be made out. His eyes were as deep as the ocean. Meanwhile, his lips were slightly curled upwards, an indiscernible smile played on them.

He didnt look like a ruthless crime boss. He looked like a learned, graceful gentleman.

Xie He very quickly averted his gaze and stepped fully into the room.

Xie HeBaby, whats his Favourability Value?

44420. (v)

Xie HeGot it. ?

Xie He looked at the man on the bed. He was very beautiful, with blond hair and blue eyes. His features were exquisite. However, he seemed to have pa.s.sed out after s.e.x. Xie He wrapped him up in a quilt and carried him out.

He put the man in the lobby he had just been in and then stuck a wad of cash underneath him. Xie He then returned to Liang Chengshans room.

Xie HeNot bad, not bad. Im very pleased with Mr. Liang.

444Pleased with what? ( o )

Xie HeBaby, you have to learn how to a.n.a.lyze the situation and find your own answers. Our Mr. Liang looks like the type to have a big thing, be good in bed, and have both physical strength and stamina. I like that type. ?

444

Xie He was now back in the room.

Liang Chengshan sat on the sofa. He placed the doc.u.ment in his hands down and smiled at Xie He. Let Henry in.

Xie He nodded. He then escorted Henry, who had been waiting outside for a long time, into the room. Henry was the manager of this casino. He was a middle-ranking core member of Liang Chengshans organization. Appearance-wise, he was a brown-haired, blue-eyed middle-aged man. He followed Xie He in nervously, his back drenched in a cold sweat.

Henry greeted Liang Chengshan with great reverence. Boss.

Liang Chengshans fingers were interlocked, his hands resting on his abdomen. He smiled slightly, expression as refres.h.i.+ng as a spring breeze. His voice was low. You should know why I called you here.

Although Liang Chengshans expression was very gentle, Henry paled. His voice shook. I-I dont know.

Liang Chengshan raised a brow. Oh? Then you also dont know whose money you touched?

When Henry heard this, he stopped trying to feign innocence. His legs trembled and he knelt on the floor at once.

Liang Chengshan narrowed his eyes. When he wasnt smiling, the cold aura he emitted felt extremely oppressive. He said in a dull tone, You thought I wouldnt notice that you embezzled two hundred million dollars from the casino?

Henrys eyes were full of fear. His tongue was quivering. Boss, I-I.

Liang Chengshan sighed softly. He gave Henry a contemptuous glance and then threw an exquisite silver knife in front of him. He smiled. Resolve this yourself and Ill let your family off. You wouldnt want to cause them trouble, right?

Henrys fingers clenched around the carpet. He lowered his head, cold sweat dripping down his forehead. His gaze was stuck on that knife, his whole body wracking with s.h.i.+vers.

Liang Chengshan was not joking. He really wanted Henry to commit suicideotherwise, he would kill off Henrys family. Henry knew very well how coldhearted and cruel Liang Chengshan was. He knew how frightening this man was. Henry deeply regretted having taken this risk and falling to the temptation of money. Did hereally have to kill himself now?

No, he didnt want to die.

He was less than two meters away from Liang Chengshan right nowwhy not fight?!

Henry looked down, a crazed glint flas.h.i.+ng through his eyes. He slowly reached out to grab the knife and gradually brought it over in front of him. But suddenly, he changed direction and pounced towards Liang Chengshan!

Xie He had been standing languidly on the side the whole time. The moment Henry attempted his ambush, Xie Hes eyes narrowed in concentration and he kicked off the ground! Lightning quick, he arrived in front of Henry. He slammed a hand against the others mouth, pus.h.i.+ng Henrys head back. With his other hand, he grabbed the hand Henry used to hold the knife and pulled with great force! The knife plunged straight into Henrys throat!

Everything happened in the span of a few seconds. Henry widened his eyes in fear. The hilt of the knife was still in his hand but its blade was fully embedded into his fles.h.!.+

Xie He covered the others mouth tightly, eyes cold. He then pulled the knife out, causing blood to spurt out from the wound. Very quickly, the life drained from Henrys eyes and he stopped moving. From beginning to end, he hadnt been able to make a sound.

Xie He let go and stood up. He looked apathetic, as if what he had done was a trifling matter not even worth mentioning.

He then slowly made his way over to Liang Chengshan. He knelt down on one knee and pulled a handkerchief from his pocket. He gently wiped off the splatter of blood on Liang Chengshans leather shoes. He had accidentally allowed a drop to fall on Liang Chengshans shoes just now.

Liang Chengshan peered down, his gaze on Xie He. From this angle, he could see the top of the young mans head. Xie Hes soft black hair fell over his forehead and his long eyelashes, that were like a feathered fan, trembled slightly. Liang Chengshan felt tempted. He reached out to raise Xie Hes chin, revealing a face so handsome it was like he had walked out from an oil painting. He stared into those long, narrow, sharp eyes. Xie He was truly a rare beauty.

Liang Chengshan had many uses for this sharp knife. Although the other was really enticing, it would be a waste to use him for s.e.x.. Liang Chengshans eyes darkened and he smiled before letting go.

Ding, the target Liang Chengshans Favourability Value +10. The current Favourability Value is 30.

Liang Chengshan stood up. Lets go. There are people here who will do the cleaning up.

Xie He stood behind him deferentially. He asked, Does his family need to be dealt with?

Liang Chengshan smiled. No. They dont know anything. Just get the money back.

Xie He looked down, covering up the cold light in his eyes. Yes.

Xie He followed Liang Chengshan back to the others villa. He took Liang Chengshans jacket from him. Although Liang Chengshan was no longer young, he did not look old at all. His elegant face had only become more charming as the years had pa.s.sed. His shoulders were broad and the body beneath his clothes moved with power. There was no excess fat anywhere.

They had not returned long when they heard the guard say that Liang

shao

had come.

Xie Hes expression changed.

Liang Chengshan had a son, Liang Ze. He had been conceived many years ago with one of Liang Chengshans mistresses. After the mistress died, Liang Chengshan had taken this son of his back. However, Liang Chengshan was apathetic towards him. He didnt really care about him. Since Liang Ze had been young, he had been left in boarding schools. Their relations.h.i.+p was just so-so. Despite this, Liang Chengshan did still consider Liang Ze his son, so he was willing to nurture Liang Ze and handed over a few of his properties to the latter to manage.

With Liang Chengshans permission, Xie He went outside to welcome Liang Ze in. The other was a handsome man of mixed blood. His features were very deep. He was handsome and warm, like suns.h.i.+ne. He politely smiled at Xie He and then entered.

Xie He stared at Liang Zes back, smiling slightly.

Xie HeBaby, whats Liang Zes Favourability Value?

44470

Xie HeVery good. ?

Although they didnt act very close just now, Yang Ling and Liang Zes relations.h.i.+p was actually not as simple as it appeared on the surface.

Because of the environment he had grown up in, Liang Ze knew from a young age that if he wanted something, he had to seize it himself. He was actually a very ambitious man and was not satisfied with the current situation.

When Yang Ling had just joined Liang Chengshans organization, he had no chance of getting close to Liang Chengshan. Therefore, he settled for the next best thing: approaching Liang Ze. Liang Ze had had a very good impression of Yang Ling, so Yang Ling had been able to seduce him. Very quickly, they made the jump to friends with benefits. Their relations.h.i.+p eventually changed, and they became lovers. But Yang Ling had never wanted Liang Ze to make their relations.h.i.+p public.

After some time, Yang Ling had brought up wanting to go to Liang Chengshans side to Liang Ze. He had said that it was because he would be able to act as Liang Zes eyes and ears. Liang Ze had hesitated for a bit before eventually agreeing. He had then brought Yang Ling to Liang Chengshan and as expected, Liang Chengshan had taken an interest in Yang Ling.

This past year, although Yang Ling had been working at Liang Chengshans side, he had always kept contact with Liang Ze in secret, sending him information and helping him come up with plans.

When Liang Ze was informed by Xie He that Henry had been dealt with by Liang Chengshan, he had rushed over at once.

The casino Henry managed was one of the most profitable properties under Liang Chengshans name. Many people coveted it. Liang Ze was also very interested in it. It was just that Henry had been a senior core member of the organization. He had managed the casino for many years, so it wasnt easy for anyone to meddle with it. Now that Henry was dead, it meant that Liang Chengshan would be looking for a new manager for the casino.

Liang Chengshan glanced at Liang Ze indifferently and then smiled. You came?

Liang Ze smiled back and spoke in a deferential tone. Yes, Father.

Liang Chengshan placed the gla.s.s of wine in his hands down, casting a profound look towards Liang Ze. How have the companies under your management been faring recently?

Liang Ze said, Dont worry, Father. Theres no issue at all. The companies have been doing very well. Ill bring the financial reports to you another day.

Liang Chengshan nodded slightly. Since thats the case, you can manage the Merlin Bay Casino too.

Liang Ze looked delighted and surprised. He didnt think that Liang Chengshan would offer before he could mention it. Yes, I will not let you down.

Liang Chengshan smiled. I hope so.

If Liang Ze disappointed him, then he could only switch him out. Although he was willing to take care of his kid, in the end, it all depended on his sons capability. If he was an idiot, Liang Chengshan would not allow him to take over his enterprises.

Liang Zes goal had been accomplished. The father-son pair chatted for a while before Liang Ze left.

After Liang Ze departed, Liang Chengshan turned to look at Xie He, voice low. Come here.

Xie He immediately walked over, demeanour respectful.

Liang Chengshans gaze bore into Xie He. A moment later, he slowly said, I know that you used to be one of Liang Zes men, but since youre with me now, you should have a sense of propriety, know whom you should be taking orders from. Understood?

Xie Hes thin lips pursed slightly. Understood.

Liang Chengshan did not say anything more. He let Xie He leave.

For Liang Ze to arrive so quickly, it definitely had to do with Xie Hes disclosure. But Liang Chengshan wouldnt mind this trifling matter. He was very happy that his son was capable and had a few tricks up his sleeve. But from now on, he would not be letting it pa.s.s. Thats why he had warned Xie He just now.

After leaving Liang Chengshans place, Xie He returned home. His home wasnt big and didnt really have much. It was simple and tidy. It was obvious that Yang Ling wasnt the type to indulge. He was Xie Hes complete opposite in this aspect.

Xie HeBaby, are there security cameras here?

444No~\()/

Xie HeVery good. Give me a Cultivation World feast. Smile.JPG

444(v) Mn!

After Xie He ate his fill, he began to watch the news on TV. Although Liang Chengshan had started out in the underworld, at present, except for a few illegitimate businesses, he also had many clean companies. He was a prestigious and respected figure in society.

Xie He patiently collected information. He then continued to calmly work for Liang Chengshan.

A bit over a month pa.s.sed like this.

444Host

dada

, theres been no progress for a really long time. (o)

Xie HeDont worry. Were waiting for a chance to increase his Favourability Value. Otherwise, with Liang Chengshans ruthless nature, if he were to find out I betrayed him, he would definitely send me off to follow after Yang Lings dads footsteps. That wouldnt do. Smile.JPG

444Yi, youre planning to betray him?

Xie HeOf course. Otherwise, our relations.h.i.+p will not be able to develop effectively. From the time Ive spent here, I can tell that Liang Chengshan is a man who knows how to separate his personal and business matters. Hes also a very shrewd and determined person. If I were to continue acting as his obedient subordinate, although hell develop goodwill towards me, hell only ever see me as a subordinate. He wont want any other relations.h.i.+p with me. If Im no longer his capable subordinate and he finds me attractive enough, then he will probably want to explore my other uses.

444What other uses?

Xie HeLove-making, ah. ?

444He feels like Host

dada

s actually the type to think with his lower half, what to do. _(:)_

Recently, Liang Chengshan had been openly fighting with another famous gang, the Rodney Family. Liang Chengshan had won and had stolen some of their properties, causing the other side to suffer a huge loss. He had also stolen quite a lot of business from his opponent. Xie He had had 444 pay attention to this the whole time. He had felt that, with Rodneys temperament, he would not swallow this all down so easily.

Today, Xie He and Liang Chengshan were returning from another city. On the way back home from the airport, Xie He received 444s report, as he had expected.

444Host

dada

, theres an ambus.h.!.+ ( |||)

Xie HeHow many people?

444More than ten. Theyre hidden on both sides of the woods up ahead!

Xie HeGood. I got it. ?

444Yi, arent you going to warn Liang Chengshan? Its dangerous!

Xie HeIts only interesting because its dangerous. Otherwise, how else would I get a chance to show off my skill?

444

After the motorcade advanced another several thousand meters, the first car in the fleet exploded!

Xie He sat in front of Liang Chengshan in the pa.s.senger seat. When the chauffeur saw this, his expression changed drastically. He immediately changed directions and sped away. However, a huge truck came from behind and blocked their way! The chauffeur could only slam on the brakes!

Liang Chengshans expression did not change. It was as if they werent in the middle of a rain of bullets. He calmly instructed, Go forward.

The chauffeur continued forward, as instructed. Their car was bulletproofed and could withstand a certain amount of damage. However, the other side had set up barricades. Another truck suddenly appeared in front of them, cutting off their path! They had no choice but to stop.

Xie He looked outside nervously. He said to Liang Chengshan, Boss, what should we do now?

Their firepower was inferior to the enemys. They had been suppressed by the other side this whole time. Sooner or later, the enemy would reach them.

Liang Chengshans gaze darkened slightly. He had expected that Rodney might do something to him. He just hadnt expected that the other would be so audacious. It would take some time for Liang Chengshans people to catch up. Liang Chengshan muttered to himself for a brief moment before ordering, Drive into the forest.

The chauffeur turned around and drove the car towards the side of the road, directly cras.h.i.+ng into a few trees and killing a few enemies. Liang Chengshan pulled out his gun and opened the door. As soon as he raised his gun, he killed an approaching enemy.

Xie He and the chauffeur also got out. They flanked Liang Chengshan. Xie Hes marksmans.h.i.+p was also very accurate. With every pull of the trigger, he ended a life. The three of them continuously made their way deeper into the forest!

The people chasing after them pursued relentlessly. Very quickly, the chauffeur fell to the floor, having suffered a shot in a moment of carelessness. Only Xie He and Liang Chengshan were left.

Xie He followed Liang Chengshan, eyes slightly cold. He had been a.n.a.lyzing Liang Chengshans movements, constantly adjusting his plan in his head. The odds of successfully killing Liang Chengshan were less than fifty percent right now.

As he was thinking this, they used up the last of their ammunition. Their preparations had been nowhere near as ample as their opponents.

Their pursuing enemies were ecstatic. Xie He narrowed his eyes and suddenly turned, landing behind Liang Chengshan, taking a bullet for him! Xie He was shot through the left shoulder but his movements were not hindered at all. He pulled out a dagger attached to his calf and pounced at the enemy like a leopard! The enemy unit turned pale in fright and fired twice more at Xie He! Xie He didnt dodge, his eyes icy. When he finally made it in front of the enemy unit, he slashed the others throat!

Liang Chengshan watched as Xie He took a bullet for him without any hesitation and fearlessly killed the enemy. He narrowed his eyes slightly.

But it was not time for thinking. He strode over to the fallen enemy unit and picked up the gun in the others hand. He finished off the rest of the pursuing force. Everything went quiet around them. Shortly after, Liang Chengshans men caught up.

Xie Hes shoulder and chest were soaked in blood. He stood up but faltered. His eyes shut and he fell to the ground.

Liang Chengshan just so happened to be standing next to Xie He and ended up catching him. He gazed at the young man in his embrace. The eyes on the young mans handsome face were tightly shut, his thin lips were gracefully curved, and he looked very serene. Even if he was in a sorry state, that didnt detract from his beauty at all.

Liang Chengshan actually didnt really trust Xie He.Actually, since his most trusted friend had betrayed him, he had never trusted anyone again. He only trusted himself. That was why he had kept a constant eye on Xie He just now.

But Xie He had not betrayed him. He had taken a bullet for him without any hesitation and had killed efficiently. He was extremely beautiful and wild, making him unable to look away.

He was truly a rarely seen gem. Liang Chengshan felt his interest in the other grow and grow. He smiled.

Ding, the target Liang Chengshans Favourability Value +10. The current Favourability Value is 40.

The author has something to say:

A new world has started~

Eve: Oooh, back to a world with strong MC and ML. Yang Ling is quite refres.h.i.+ng. And the dynamic between MC and ML in this world is interesting. I love stories where MC and ML are enemies. Though I guess I wont be getting the enemies to friends to lovers trope here. More like enemies to hostile FWBs to angst.

Alsowonder how old LCS ishes right up there with Daddy Deng from arc 3 hahahahaha.

sere: oldddd (enough to have a kid thats YLs lover.) bruh