Super Soldier in the City
Chapter 1065 - 1108: The Crisis of the Li Family

Chapter 1065: Chapter 1108: The Crisis of the Li Family

Meng Qianjun repeatedly shook his head and said, "Impossible, all the search and rescue teams have our informants. If Li Yifei and his people were still alive, we should have heard something."

Gu Yanan still spoke at his leisurely pace, "Just because the search teams didn’t find the plane doesn’t mean that Li Yifei himself couldn’t contact the outside world."

Wei Zijun thought for a moment and said, "There is such a possibility, but what do you think are the chances of survival after a plane crash? Besides, if Li Yifei were still alive, wouldn’t we have heard something by now, after half a month?"

Meng Qianjun stroked his chin and said, "Plane crashes are unpredictable. Even with the highest skill, in such circumstances, the chances of survival are too slim. Moreover, from various reports, it seems the plane might have fallen into the desert. Even if the crash didn’t kill him, without equipment, his chances of surviving in the desert are also quite low."

Gu Yanan slightly smiled and said, "I mentioned this possibility. There’s another bigger possibility—they are delaying time or creating a distraction for us. But I rather like this bet; Su Mengxin has been known as the most capable of the younger generation in Huaxia. We’ve always lived in her shadow. If we never defeat her, we will always be suppressed by her, even if she exits the stage, we will still harbor a grudge in our hearts."

Wei Zijun and Meng Qianjun both nodded involuntarily. Undeniably, in the eyes of all the elders, Su Mengxin was indeed more outstanding than them. If it weren’t for Su Mengxin being a woman, she would probably receive even higher praise. Su Mengxin was a thorn in their hearts.

Meng Qianjun slapped his chest boldly and said loudly, "Let’s bet, what’s the big deal? Even if that kid Li Yifei comes back alive, what can he really do? Aren’t we just supposed to deal with him? If he really comes back, wouldn’t it be more satisfying to take care of him as well?"

Wei Zijun nodded and said, "I agree too. I see no reason to feel defeated."

Gu Yanan flashed a smile and said, "Since you both agree, I have no objections either."

Wei Zijun and Meng Qianjun rolled their eyes. Clearly, it was Gu Yanan who wanted to make the bet, and yet he concluded with such a statement, which was really sly.

Gu Yanan then added, "However, regarding the stakes, we should make a new demand. It shouldn’t just involve Su Mengxin, but all of Li Yifei’s women. If we win, they all have to follow us, split evenly among the three of us. Seems like he has twelve women now, not even counting Young Master Meng’s cousin."

Meng Qianjun snorted and said, "Forget that troublesome girl, always playing both sides."

Wei Zijun laughed and said, "Then let’s just gift Young Master Meng his sister. That way, she can’t play both sides anymore."

Gu Yanan then said, "However, regarding how to divide them, I do have a suggestion."

"What suggestion?" Meng Qianjun asked eagerly.

"Although Young Master Wei has always pursued Mengxin, I won’t deny that I also like Mengxin, I just never show it."

"What?" Wei Zijun’s eyes widened immediately.

Gu Yanan waved his hand and spoke calmly, "Young Master Wei, there’s no need to get worked up. Mengxin, being Huaxia’s most beautiful woman, embodying both beauty and talent, would make any man’s heart flutter. Qianjun, you can’t deny this either, can you?"

Meng Qianjun chuckled and said, "Young Master Wei, I really can’t deny that."

"What do you two mean?" Wei Zijun was getting annoyed.

Gu Yanan smiled and said, "Don’t be angry, Young Master Wei. Let me explain slowly. Since we all have designs on Mengxin, and we all know full well the benefits that having Mengxin would bring are immense, I suggest we divide Li Yifei’s twelve women by drawing lots. Whoever draws Mengxin gets her."

"No way!" Wei Zijun immediately objected.

Gu Yanan continued, "I haven’t finished. We know you have special feelings for Mengxin, Young Master Wei, but it’s really hard for us to just give her up. So, if we draw Mengxin, we could still give her to you, but you’ll have to compensate us by giving up all the other benefits."

Wei Zijun took a deep breath and weighed his options before saying, "Alright, I agree."

After discussing these matters, Wei Zijun contacted Su Mengxin, and the next day, they met again in a cafe. Wei Zijun relayed the results of their discussion to Su Mengxin, but of course, he did not mention that everyone was planning to draw lots to determine ownership; instead, he simply stated that he only wanted Su Mengxin and none of the others.

Young Master Wei, this isn’t just about me. I must go home and discuss this with everyone. Let’s confirm this tomorrow."

Wei Zijun quickly responded, "That’s only proper, Mengxin. Don’t overwork yourself."

"I know." Su Mengxin smiled and then left the cafe.

On the third day, Su Mengxin represented everyone and signed a wager agreement with Wei Zijun, Meng Qianjun, and Gu Yanan. Additionally, several respected elders from the major clans were invited to witness the agreement, ensuring that no one could default on their promise. Now, no one dared claim supremacy in Huaxia and disregard other families; violating such an agreement would make them adversaries of all major clans, which even powerful clans like the Su, Wei, Meng, and Gu families could not afford.

After signing the agreement, Old Master Su immediately called Su Mengxin, expressing his frustration, "Mengxin, how could you be so reckless? Do you realize what this agreement means?"

Su Mengxin replied calmly, "Grandfather, I know."

"You still signed it?"

"I had no choice. At this time, our family’s support is limited. I can only rely on ourselves to ensure the Li family’s survival."

Old Master Su fell silent, sighed, and said, "Mengxin, it’s not that Grandfather doesn’t want to interfere, but since Yifei is gone, we really shouldn’t confront the Three Great Clans head-on. There’s nothing to be gained from it."

"I understand, Grandfather, but I have my convictions. Besides, even if I fail, it doesn’t seem like there will be any harm. At worst, I’ll join Wei Zijun, and that will align the Su family with the Meng family, bringing benefits to the Su family."

Old Master Su sighed again, "We do not wish to ally with the Meng family. There are things you do not know, Mengxin. Well, since you’ve decided, I trust you, but you must prioritize your safety above all."

"I will." Su Mengxin hung up the call.

At this time, Xiao Ling’er and Zheng Yuling faced similar circumstances. Their families were also pressuring them, but they supported the wager agreement because the Wei, Gu, and Meng families were more powerful than theirs. Although Li Yifei was also strong, he represented an individual’s strength, not that of a large clan. The benefits they could derive were brought by the Su family.

Without Li Yifei to maintain their ties, their closeness with the Su family significantly lessened, and joining one of the Three Great Clans would undoubtedly be more advantageous than disadvantageous for them.

Xiao Ling’er and Zheng Yuling deeply resented their family’s machinations. Even if Li Yifei were truly in trouble, they did not want to be manipulated by their families. Preferring independence like Ning Xin’er and Meng Xiaofei, and knowing Li Yifei was unharmed but not yet back, they felt secure and outright refused their families’ demands. This also helped them see their family matters more clearly.

Ten days passed quickly, and under the joint suppression by Meng Qianjun, Gu Yanan, and Wei Zijun, Li Yifei’s enterprises were nearly collapsing. However, Li family’s last stronghold, their garden estate, still stood. Meng Qianjun and others knew that only by seizing this garden could they truly ruin all of Li Yifei’s business ventures and win the wager.

Meanwhile, Brother Hu’s business was being devoured by Meng Qianjun. Previously, with Li Yifei around, various aspects of Mile City took care of them, but now they not only lacked this care but were also being suppressed, making Brother Hu truly miserable.

Holding out to the end, with only two businesses left, Brother Hu would face only a dead end if he continued to resist and thus reluctantly gave up, being absorbed by Meng Qianjun.

At this time, Xu Yingying and the others had moved into the new garden. Although it wasn’t fully finalized, this garden represented the foundation of the Li family. As long as the Li family’s garden existed, it signified the persistence of the Li family. All people responsible for security there were strong, not typical underworld figures, and couldn’t easily be swayed by Meng Qianjun or others. At least for now, their loyalty to the Li family ensured everyone’s safety.

For Meng Qianjun and his allies to take this garden, they couldn’t simply suppress it as they did with other Li companies. They had to truly own it, meaning they needed to eliminate those loyal to Li Yifei.

This also meant they had to resort

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