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Chapter 14: Assassination <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> This was a slightly old photograph, showing a young child kneeling in the picture, appearing to be around seven or eight years old. But what contrasted with his innocence was the black leather collar around his neck, attached by a thin iron chain that extended out of … Read more
Chapter 13: Shooting Range <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> The door was lightly knocked twice. Huo Yan didn’t lift his head and said, “Come in.” Zhang Qian entered, holding several reports in his hand, and placed them in front of Huo Yan. He briefly reported the progress of several important tasks he was handling. Zhang … Read more
Chapter 12: Uninvited Guest <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> Huo Yan traced his fingers lightly over Wen Mo’s body as if handling a beautiful doll. “How are you? Has anyone been bothering you?” Wen Mo smiled and replied, “No, everything’s fine.” Huo Yan couldn’t help but notice Wen Mo’s temperament, and his expression became slightly … Read more
Chapter 11: Assume a Post <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> Going against the opinions of many, and promoting Wen Mo to the position of Deputy Chief of the Military Security Center, Huo Yan naturally had his own considerations. Since those annoying troublemakers were constantly clamoring about the Huo family trampling on the O rights, he … Read more
Chapter 10: Believer <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> Zhang Qian recalled over two decades of his life, in all likelihood, he would never have thought that one day he would find himself in such a predicament. At the end of the day, Zhang Qian was not a confused person. Though he was born into a … Read more
Chapter 9: Trapped Beast <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> The sleek black car came to a steady stop in the underground parking lot. The driver of the vehicle hopped out of the driver’s seat, went around to the back door, and opened it. He took a few steps back and waited respectfully. After a moment, … Read more
Chapter 8: Hunter <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> The ancestral home of the Huo family was situated halfway up the Ming Yang Mountain, surrounded by hills, with water winding around its golden waist. It was a prime location. This land was purchased by grandfather Huo’s grandfather, who was still a young arms dealer back then, … Read more
Chapter 7: Progress <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> Late at night, everything was quiet. Wen Mo slowly opened his eyes and glanced to his side. A sturdy arm was securely wrapped around his waist, holding him tightly. He closed his eyes again and exhaled softly. Then, he carefully moved the arm that was encircling his … Read more
Chapter 6: Lie <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> As the twilight descended, the sky above the sea’s horizon was dyed red by the setting sun. The afterglow soaked through the world, presenting an indescribable tenderness. After a whole day of military high-level meetings, Huo Yan finally appeared in the residential area of the base. As … Read more
Chapter 5: The Wen’s Adopted Son <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> Amidst the disarray of lights and shadows, the atmosphere gradually returned to tranquility as the person departed. In the spacious dining room, only one person remained. Zhao Lan’s face bore signs of well-maintained plumpness, a testament to a comfortable and satisfying life. However, at … Read more
Chapter 4: The Dark Childhood <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> The atmosphere in the dining room became tinged with an awkward silence. Wen Mo paid no heed, picking up the silver soup spoon once more and continuing to drink from the bowl of broth. The morning light cast shadows on others, clear and blurry, light … Read more
Chapter 3: Wen <Previous Chapter<Table of Contents>Next Chapter> The moon disappeared into the clouds. In an instant, the earth was shrouded in a dim and obscure darkness. Wen Mo’s eyelids twitched, without any warning, he opened his eyes. The electronic clock on the bedside emitted a faint blue light, displaying the time as three in … Read more
