Looking at the man in front of him, Xia Wuyou instantly had a bad feeling.
How could he come?
Although he had never met his immediate boss before, Xu Shi's bad reputation had already spread throughout Night City.
It can be said that wherever he is, nothing good will happen.
Xia Wuyou didn't think Xu Shi was someone who would patronize a cheap restaurant, let alone that he would be so polite to his subordinates.
In addition, the person from "Starfire" had just left, which made her even more convinced that the other party's appearance was no accident.
This is how to do?
Before she could react, Xu Shi had already taken Su Lin and sat across from her.
This made Xia Wuyou feel even more uneasy.
However, Xu Shi simply ordered the meal and chatted with Su Lin while eating.
During the conversation, the two of them seemed to completely ignore her existence.
Why?
Such a reaction made Xia Wuyou a little overwhelmed.
How do you feel...he really came to eat?
Could it be that I am overthinking it?
Xia Wuyou blinked, but did not relax his vigilance because of this.
No matter what, it's still the best option.
After taking two bites, she hurriedly stood up and said, "I'm going back to the company first. Director Xu and Director Su are welcome."
"...There are still ten minutes until the lunch break ends. Team Leader Xia doesn't need to be in such a hurry."
Xu Shi put down his chopsticks and called her softly, "Sit down and chat. I just have something to tell you."
Hearing this, Xia Wuyou secretly thought something was wrong.
But now she couldn't leave. Su Lin moved her position slightly and blocked her only way.
The girl knew very well that this woman was very powerful, and the chance of winning against her was slim.
"Director Xu...do you have any orders?"
So she had no choice but to sit back helplessly under Xu Shi's gaze and try her best to calmly test.
"Why are you so nervous? Relax."
Seeing her embarrassed look, Xu Shi couldn't help but laugh, "I just want to ask Team Leader Xia a question... Have you heard of the name "Refraction"? "
!
As soon as these words came out, Xia Wuyou's mind was struck by lightning.
After being silent for a while, she spoke hoarsely, "I've never heard of it..."
"Huh? Isn't Team Leader Xia from Ye City?"
Xu Shi pretended to be surprised, "That was one of the two giants in Night City ten years ago. Together with the other "Tianhe" consortium, they firmly controlled the lifeblood of Night City. "
"It's a pity that such a huge thing disappeared overnight for unknown reasons."
"The group's industry was in ruins, and all scientific research data was destroyed... Chairman Xia Yuanhai was also wiped out, and no one in his family was spared."
"But I have also heard that some people survived this disaster."
"For example, Xia Yuanhai's sister, and his only daughter... Even this only daughter returned to Night City nine years later and joined the "Snake Ring" incognito. "
"Has Team Leader Xia really never heard of these things?"
"……what do you want to say in the end?"
Listening to his unhurried narration, Xia Wuyou's voice trembled unconsciously.
She originally thought that Xu Shi just discovered the deal between herself and "Xinghuo", but now it seems that the other party knows much more than she imagined.
The only daughter is naturally her, but she also knows how dangerous her identity is. Once someone finds out, the consequences will be disastrous.
So she has been trying her best to hide this secret and has never revealed it in the past ten years.
Even the consortium shouldn't find out... When did he notice it?
Thinking that Xu Shi might have been investigating herself, but she knew nothing about it... Xia Wuyou suddenly felt a chill running down his spine.
"What I want to say is that after experiencing such a change, Team Leader Xia should hate this kind of betrayal of the group's interests the most. How can he knowingly do it?"
Xu Shi looked at her with a smile, "Even if your family encounters difficulties, with your performance this year, you can definitely ask the company for help directly. Why do you need to do such a dangerous thing?"
"I……"
Xia Wuyou opened his mouth, but didn't know what to say.
"Of course, I can actually understand, after all, "Xinghuo" leader Shen has a close relationship with you. "
Xu Shi did not give her a chance to explain, and continued on his own, "Besides, the Hualan Public Hospital in District 12 is not equipped to treat the complications of your sister-in-law's powers... If it were me, maybe Also caring will lead to chaos.”
"what are you up to?!"
Upon hearing this, Xia Wuyou's mood suddenly turned into anger, and his aura became dangerous.
This is not a boss talking to his subordinates, but a naked threat!
Her only relative was used as a bargaining chip. No matter how good her psychological quality was, it would be difficult for her to remain rational.
At the same moment, Su Lin, who was silent on the side, was also ready to go.
As long as the person in front of her poses any threat to the young master, she will not be able to walk out of this restaurant alive today.
However, almost the moment Xia Wuyou stood up, Xu Shi grabbed her wrist as if he was already prepared.
"What are you doing? Let go..."
Xia Wuyou wanted to break free, but the moment she met Xu Shi's eyes, the flash of red light in his eyes suddenly made her feel a little confused.
"Team Leader Xia, I advise you to think carefully about whether this is worth it."
Xu Shi's voice came again, but it sounded a little more ethereal and cold in her ears, "Do you really think that the strength of "Xinghuo" is enough for you to survive after doing such a thing? Can you escape unscathed? "
"I believe in him……"
Xia Wuyou felt it was a little difficult to breathe, but he still tried his best to refute.
"It's better not to fool yourself."
Xu Shi smiled contemptuously, "You obviously know very well that Shen He is gambling with your life."
"Once things are exposed, he still has room for maneuver, but something will happen to you...just like now, isn't it?"
After saying this, he immediately let go of his hand.
The pressure hanging above his head disappeared instantly, and Xia Wuyou fell into a chair as if in a daze.
Fine beads of sweat broke out on her forehead, and her fair skin became a little flushed.
Judging from her expression, she was already shaken in her heart.
Because what Xu Shi said was right.
Not to mention that the transaction has been exposed, even if it can proceed smoothly, "Snake Ring" will definitely blame the failure on himself, the person in charge of the operation.
By then, what if there are inhibitors?
All we can do is let my aunt live on for another half a year... Even before that, she may be kicked out of the hospital because of the cost, as she is helpless.
And these things may not be something that "Xinghuo" can take care of.
At least she was unwilling and did not dare to gamble with this.
The girl's mind became increasingly confused, and finally she said numbly, "What do you want me to do?"
"If I'm not mistaken, Starfire needs you to provide them with information. "
Xu Shi also thrust a note into her hand, his tone full of vileness, "Just do as it says. As for the follow-up actions, that's your job. I don't need to teach you."
"In exchange, I will provide the best medical conditions for your relatives... Team Leader Xia should understand that I can give you more than a bottle of SS-level inhibitor."
Does he even know this?
Xia Wuyou clutched the note tightly, her nails digging into her flesh.
Even without reading it, she knew what was written on it.
However, she also knew that from the moment she was caught by Xu Shi, she no longer had the right to choose.
Taking a deep breath, the girl stood up and left the restaurant in despair.
"I see."
