Chapter 287: Blind Confidence Is Not Advisable
Gang Leader Zhao Feihu sat at his large desk, his sharp eyes sweeping over the people gathered around him, his face a mask of determination and confidence.
"Boss, have you really decided? We can’t go up against Chen Qingdi." The speaker was one of the Flying Tiger Gang’s veterans, Wang Zhiqiang.
His face was etched with worry, and his tone was full of admonition.
Zhao Feihu sneered and threw his hands up. "Zhiqiang, are you looking down on me? If I, Zhao Feihu, were afraid of Chen Qingdi, how could I still call this the Flying Tiger Gang?" His voice was filled with resolve and arrogance.
"But, Boss, Chen Qingdi’s power is immense. We can’t act rashly," Wang Zhiqiang pleaded, still trying to talk sense into him.
"Enough!" Zhao Feihu roared, the teacup on his desk rattling from the force. "When I, Zhao Feihu, do things, I’m never afraid of threats! The Flying Tiger Gang is meant to cross Chen Qingdi—that is our principle." His gaze was firm and his tone decisive; clearly, his mind was made up.
Seeing Zhao Feihu’s unyielding attitude, the others stopped trying to persuade him. They lowered their heads one by one, their hearts filled with anxiety.
They all knew Zhao Feihu wouldn’t easily change his mind, and that they would have to be the ones to act on his decision.
In the days that followed, the Flying Tiger Gang became increasingly active. They started causing trouble in Chen Qingdi’s territory, trying to provoke a conflict.
But Chen Qingdi’s side was no pushover. They took swift action, attempting to stabilize the situation.
Against this backdrop, the atmosphere in the city grew increasingly tense. Everyone knew a great storm was brewing.
Meanwhile, in the Flying Tiger Gang’s office, Zhao Feihu sat at his desk, surveying the scene with satisfaction. His eyes were filled with fighting spirit, as if he could already see the moment of his life-or-death battle with Chen Qingdi.
"Boss, are we really going to clash head-on with Chen Qingdi?" Wang Zhiqiang appeared before Zhao Feihu again, his face fraught with worry.
"Zhiqiang, are you scared?" Zhao Feihu asked, a hint of mockery in his voice.
"I’m not scared, I’m worried about our brothers!" Wang Zhiqiang raised his voice. "Chen Qingdi is not an easy opponent. We can’t underestimate him."
"The Flying Tiger Gang has never feared any challenge," Zhao Feihu’s voice rose as well. "We will make sure everyone knows we are not to be trifled with."
The two men stared at each other for a moment, but in the end, Zhao Feihu had the upper hand. He waved his hand dismissively, signaling for Wang Zhiqiang to leave. Helpless, Wang Zhiqiang turned and left, his heart heavy with worry.
Zhao Feihu remained seated at his desk, seemingly waiting for something. Before long, his phone buzzed. A text message appeared on the screen: *Chen Qingdi knows what you’re up to.*
Zhao Feihu sneered. He knew this was a warning from Chen Qingdi. Undaunted, he replied with a text of his own: *Then let’s fight to the death!*
With that message sent, the tension ratcheted up another notch.
Everyone knew that this conflict was now unavoidable. And in this struggle, both Chen Qingdi and Zhao Feihu would face immense challenges and dangers.
Chen Qingdi had already made his preparations. He gathered a group of his security team brothers, ready to set out for the Flying Tiger Gang. He looked at a map, his heart filled with resolve and confidence.
"Brothers, we move out in three days. Our target is the Flying Tiger Gang," Chen Qingdi declared.
"Yes, sir!" the men shouted in unison.
When Chen Qingdi returned home, his wife, Shen Mingyue, had been waiting for a long time.
"Qingdi, you can’t leave," said Shen Mingyue.
"What’s wrong, Mingyue? Are you scared when I’m home?" Chen Qingdi asked with a smile.
"Of course. If you leave, I’ll be all alone and very scared," Shen Mingyue said.
"Don’t worry, I’ll have Ye Shi Yi stay behind to protect you," said Chen Qingdi.
"Shi Yi? Can she ride into battle and slay enemies?" Shen Mingyue asked, a little skeptical.
"Of course she can. She’s not only my confidante, but also an outstanding warrior," said Chen Qingdi.
Hearing Chen Qingdi’s words, Ye Shi Yi smiled and said, "I’m not just a bodyguard, you know. I can go with you to wipe out the Flying Tiger Gang."
When Shen Mingyue heard this, she was somewhat moved and nodded. "Alright, let her go with you."
That night, Chen Qingdi returned home, exhausted. Shen Mingyue had been waiting for him for a long time. She looked at him, her eyes full of worry and anticipation.
"You’re back," Shen Mingyue said with a smile, her tone revealing deep concern.
"Yeah, it’s done," Chen Qingdi nodded, a hint of exhaustion on his face.
"You look tired. Go take a shower first," Shen Mingyue said with concern.
"Okay, I’ll go take a shower. We can have a good talk afterward." Chen Qingdi nodded. He knew Shen Mingyue was worried about him.
Chen Qingdi went into the bathroom, while Shen Mingyue sat silently on the sofa, her heart filled with unease. She knew he was about to face an incredibly dangerous battle, but she also knew she couldn’t stop him.
In the bathroom, Chen Qingdi splashed cold water on his face, thinking about the battle to come. ’This is a challenge I must face,’ he thought. ’I have to avenge my friends and family.’
Shen Mingyue sat on the sofa, thinking about her relationship with Chen Qingdi. Their feelings for each other were deep and complex, but she knew she couldn’t stop him from pursuing his goals.
Chen Qingdi came out of the bathroom and saw Shen Mingyue on the sofa. He walked over and sat down beside her.
"You know I’m leaving to face the Flying Tiger Gang tomorrow," Chen Qingdi said.
"I know," Shen Mingyue nodded.
"Even if I’m completely confident, I can’t let you face this danger alone," Chen Qingdi said, looking at her with resolve in his eyes.
"Are you asking me to have your child?" Shen Mingyue asked, looking at him with deep affection.
"Yes. I want us to be together forever," Chen Qingdi said. He knew this was the only promise he could give her.
"Then let’s be together forever," Shen Mingyue said, gripping his hand tightly, her eyes filled with tears.
「Three days later.」 Chen Qingdi and Ye Shi Yi set out with a group of their security team brothers. They rode on horseback, galloping quickly in the direction of the Flying Tiger Gang.
"Qingdi, when will we reach the Flying Tiger Gang?" Ye Shi Yi asked.
"Probably in another two days," Chen Qingdi replied.
They continued onward, encountering groups of bandits and robbers along the way. Both Chen Qingdi and Ye Shi Yi displayed outstanding combat skills, leading their brothers to swiftly defeat these enemies.
"Qingdi, I think we’re being followed," said Ye Shi Yi.
Chen Qingdi nodded and immediately led the group onto a narrow path.
