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Family Affair(2)

Chu Yuxuan Chu Yuxuan is one of the main characters in the novel and is the illegitimate son of Chu Zhiqing. Although he appears to be a charming and flamboyant young man from a wealthy family, his life is actually filled with complex inner struggles and hidden motives. He is tall and handsome, but his personality is rebellious, holding a defiant attitude towards family arrangements and societal rules. His lifestyle is extravagant, and his behavior often seems frivolous and unconstrained, but beneath the surface, he harbors unspoken issues and schemes. Chu Zhiqing Chu Zhiqing is Chu Yuxuan’s father and the head of the Chu family. He is a typical business tycoon, presenting a refined exterior but possessing a shrewd and strategic mind. Chu Zhiqing has deep paternal affection for Chu Yuxuan but also harbors complex expectations and pressures. Despite his occasionally indulgent attitude towards Chu Yuxuan, his acumen in managing the family business and personal charm are impeccable. His outward demeanor and actions mask the complexity of his inner world and his true expectations for Chu Yuxuan. Zhao Yanan Zhao Yanan is Chu Yuxuan’s wife. Although their marriage is primarily for commercial purposes, her role is significant in the story. Zhao Yanan is known for her calm demeanor and noble presence, often appearing distant and aloof. Her attitude towards Chu Yuxuan is complex; she seeks to gain benefits from the marriage but is simultaneously repelled by his behavior. Zhao Yanan’s intelligence and decisiveness make her adept at handling the challenges posed by Chu Yuxuan. Wang Long Wang Long is a renowned director in the industry, famous for his eccentric appearance and bold personality. His direct manner of speaking often involves provocation and sarcasm. Despite his prominent status in the entertainment circle, Wang Long’s private life is filled with alcohol and indiscreet behavior. His relationship with Chu Yuxuan is intricate; he is both a collaborator and a potential rival. Wang Long’s character adds dramatic and entertaining elements to the novel. Xia Zhu Xia Zhu is a top actress in the entertainment industry, recognized and adored for her exceptional looks and outstanding acting skills. She is tall and elegant, with a high level of charm and attractiveness. Having spent years striving in the entertainment industry, Xia Zhu has faced numerous hardships and challenges, but she has consistently maintained strong professionalism and personal charm. Despite her considerable success in her career, Xia Zhu’s personal life is often a media focal point. Her independent and resilient personality, along with her rational and calm attitude towards relationships and marriage, further define her character. Her complex relationship with Chu Yuxuan, marked by past intimacy and current tension, adds depth and intrigue to the narrative. Xia Zhu is not only a crucial component of Chu Yuxuan’s emotional conflicts but also a key figure in the overall story, bringing significant drama and layers to the plot.

morto_cory · 都市
分數不夠
270 Chs

Chapter 211 A Desperate Gamble

Seeing his own brother burned to death, Xue Fei was overwhelmed with grief and anger, coughing up a mouthful of blood.

Although he had often spoken of wanting to kill that scoundrel, it was still his own brother! Moreover, his mother had also met an untimely end—how could he not be devastated?

Xue Can, hanging from the rooftop, struggled for a short while before falling silent.

The fire showed no sign of weakening, resembling the infernal flames of hell, judging this demon who had committed heinous crimes.

Inside the car, Xue Fei clutched his chest tightly, his phone ringing again with Chu Yuxuan's voice: "For the victims, I'll give him back to you!" With that, the burning body fell from the rooftop, landing in front of Xue Fei's car.

Xue Fei looked at the charred corpse amidst the crackling flames, trembling as he ended the call. Clenching his teeth tightly, he grabbed the arm of his bodyguard and with reddened eyes said, "I want to kill Chu Yuxuan with my own hands! I want to kill him myself!"

The bodyguard rubbed the scar on his chin with his thumb, glancing around the surroundings, then looked at the unfinished building and took out a pair of headphones—one for himself and one for Xue Fei. He said calmly, "I'll let you go, but you must leave."

Xue Fei frowned and said, "You can't handle them? So many gunmen, and they are all under your command! Can't you do anything about them? Are you kidding me?"

The bodyguard didn't offer any explanations. Though he had never fought directly with Chu Yuxuan's group, from the previous attempts on Xue Can's life and the ease with which the twelve professional bodyguards had been dealt with tonight, it was clear that Chu Yuxuan's team was formidable and could not be underestimated. He warned, "Remember, until I return, under no circumstances should you open the windows or get out of the car."

He then told the driver, "When I say go, move immediately. Don't delay for even a second."

Though enraged, Xue Fei knew he had to follow the instructions of this special forces bodyguard. He asked in a deep voice, "How long before you bring him to me?"

The bodyguard remained silent, continuing to survey the area. His gaze eventually settled on the rooftop of another unfinished building, which offered a broad view of the situation below.

The special forces' intuition was terrifyingly accurate. Although he did not know that Chu Yuxuan had a sharpshooter girl with him, Xiao Qing, who was currently aiming through a sniper scope from the darkness he could not see, the bodyguard knew that Xue Fei, in his current state, could not be persuaded otherwise. He took a deep breath, grabbed an assault rifle, rolled out of the car, and crouched behind a wall. Adopting a combat stance, he dashed into the unfinished building, joining the gunmen and personally leading them up the stairs in an orderly formation.

Chu Yuxuan appeared somewhat fatigued, quietly smoking on the rooftop while his brothers were nowhere to be seen.

Soon, the building was filled with the sounds of intense gunfire.

Xue Fei's gaze remained fixed on the roaring flames, his heart filled with anger and hatred, his expression growing increasingly impatient.

In his view, the special forces bodyguard had been too cautious. With nearly twenty well-trained gunmen and the bodyguard himself leading the operation, taking down Chu Yuxuan should have been easy.

Hearing the gunfire getting closer and closer, Xue Fei felt that the time to personally avenge his brother and confront Chu Yuxuan was drawing near.

Moments later, in his rage, Xue Fei remembered to call his father to inform him that his mother and brother had been killed. He wondered what negotiations could possibly be discussed now—none at all!

However, his call was rejected, and subsequent attempts went straight to voicemail.

Xue Fei frowned, feeling a sense of foreboding, but given his father's connections and relationship with the influential figures at Hong Lou, he believed nothing could go wrong. After thinking for a moment, he called Situ Jingli.

Situ Jingli glanced at her phone's incoming call, hesitated for a moment, and then answered.

"Miss Situ, thank you for informing me in time tonight, or else my dad might have been tricked by that Wang!"

Situ Jingli rolled her eyes and responded with a nonchalant "Hmm."

"Have you received the report letter?" Xue Fei asked.

Situ Jingli looked at her other phone, which displayed a video of the report letter being burned, and responded with another indifferent "Hmm."

Xue Fei asked, "Miss Situ, is my dad still at Hong Lou?"

Situ Jingli answered, "Yes."

Xue Fei frowned. Though irritated by Situ Jingli's indifferent attitude, he dared not say anything and lowered his tone, "I need your help with something. Can you have my dad call me back? I have urgent matters to discuss, but his phone is always unreachable."

Situ Jingli responded with another "Hmm" and then hung up the call.

Looking at the call that was abruptly ended, Xue Fei's anger erupted, and he cursed, "D*mn it! You filthy b*tch! What are you playing at with me?"

At that moment, a series of explosions suddenly erupted from the unfinished building, flames shooting up, and screams of agony filled the air!