Chapter 189 The Same Old Trick?

If Yao Liang had directly said he had a plan, Chu Yuxuan definitely wouldn't have believed him. It would have seemed like a trap. But seeing Yao Liang's current state, Chu Yuxuan's doubts gradually faded. He helped Yao Liang onto the sofa and sighed, "Good brother, I'm relieved that you've come to trust me. After all, you're doing this for your family, and I'm doing this for mine. Even if we weren't brothers, I'd still help you settle the score for your family."

With that, Chu Yuxuan handed the phone back to Yao Liang, but he didn't return the gun.

Yao Liang was moved to tears, barely able to utter a "Big brother" before his emotions overwhelmed him.

"Brother, it was my mistake to doubt you earlier. I apologize."

Yao Liang shook his head.

Chu Yuxuan asked, "Where's your hometown?"

Yao Liang replied, "Fujian… What's strange is that ever since I joined Tianji Society, I've never told anyone where I'm from. I have no idea how they found out…"

Chu Yuxuan sighed, "It's not hard for Tianji Society to investigate someone. I get it now—these past two days, they haven't made any moves because they went to Fujian to target your family… They want to use you to assassinate me. That's vicious!"

After thinking for a moment, Chu Yuxuan continued, "This is going to be tricky. They're in the shadows, and we don't know where your family is being held. We'll need a solid plan. They've given you two days, so don't rush. Get some rest and recover tonight. I'll think about our next steps."

Yao Liang, deeply worried about his parents' safety, didn't want to wait too long. "Big brother, can we act quickly? I—I…"

Chu Yuxuan patted his arm and smiled, "Brother, they just threatened you today. If we act tonight, do you think they'll believe it? The people from Tianji Society aren't that stupid. They'll suspect you've sided with me and betrayed them, which would put your family in even more danger. At the earliest, we act tomorrow night."

Though Yao Liang was anxious, he knew Chu Yuxuan made sense. He nodded, "Alright, big brother, I'll listen to you."

"Go rest, don't overthink it. I promise, your family will be safe."

"Hmm… Thank you, big brother!"

After Yao Liang returned to his room, Lao Wu approached Chu Yuxuan and whispered, "I checked earlier. He really is from Fujian. Besides his parents, he also has a younger brother."

In fact, Lao Wu's reason for playing VR games with Yao Liang earlier was to cover his eyes, while Lao Si searched his room and found his passport, ID card, and bank cards. In just a few minutes, they had uncovered all of Yao Liang's background.

Chu Yuxuan's eyes flickered, deep in thought, but he didn't say anything as he headed upstairs.

In the living room, Lao San exchanged glances with the others. He fumed, "Those bastards! They always use family as leverage! I bet Lao Liu's going crazy right now."

He paused and looked at Lao Wu, asking, "What do you think Big Brother's plan is this time? I can't wrap my head around it."

Lao Wu shot him a look, "It's not that you can't understand, it's that you don't have the brains for it… He hasn't given us any clues, so I can't guess either."

The next day, a spring rain started in the morning and lasted until after dusk. The heavy clouds hadn't cleared, and though it was only seven in the evening, the sky had already darkened.

Chu Yuxuan had locked himself in his study all morning. In the afternoon, he registered his new car, and by the time he returned home, he saw Yao Liang pacing anxiously in the courtyard.

"Lao Liu, why aren't you resting?"

Yao Liang hurried over, his face full of worry, "Big brother, I—I couldn't sleep."

Chu Yuxuan clicked his tongue, "Worried about your family? I told you not to overthink. I'm here… Come on, I've figured out what to do. Let's discuss it with the others."

Upon hearing this, Yao Liang's excitement surged. "Really? Big brother, you must ensure my family's safety!"

"Don't worry!" Chu Yuxuan patted his arm with a smile.

Once inside the villa, Chu Yuxuan gathered everyone together.

"Get ready, we move tonight."

Lao San rubbed his hands together eagerly, "Big brother, what's the plan? My fists are itching for action! Lao Liu, don't worry. Our big brother will surely get your family out safely!"

Yao Liang nodded repeatedly, looking at Chu Yuxuan, waiting for the details.

"It's not a complicated plan," Chu Yuxuan began. "Both Chu Zhiqing and I have been bait before, so they won't fall for the same trick again. Plus, they know our strength now and won't engage with us lightly. We need to focus on Liu Jun. The goal of Tianji Society is simple—they want to keep Liu Jun from exposing them. As long as they kill him, they can rest easy, and we won't be able to investigate further."

"But last time, we used Liu Jun as bait. They won't fall for it again, will they?" Lao Si asked.

Chu Yuxuan smiled and looked at Yao Liang. "That's why you need to figure out how to make them believe you."

"Me?" Yao Liang was taken aback.

"Give them a fake address for where Liu Jun is being held. Lure them in, and we'll set an ambush. Once we've captured them, we'll interrogate a few and track down their hideout to rescue your family."

Lao San scratched his head, confused. "Isn't this the same plan as last time? Wouldn't Tianji Society see through it?"

The big guy glanced at his older brother, hesitant to speak but clearly puzzled, furrowing his brow in thought.