The Beautiful Boss's Personal Bodyguard
Chapter 145

Chapter 145: Chapter 145

Even though he had been to the palace before as part of an anti-government force, Ye Tian was still dazzled by the sight before him. He had never seen such a large hotel lobby. It wasn’t even a lobby; it was big enough to be a soccer field, filled with shimmering crystal glass. Ye Tian didn’t understand architectural art; all he knew was that shiny things were good things. If he had to comment, it would probably be as ludicrous as a peasant guessing the emperor farmed with a golden hoe.

After entering the elevator, Ye Tian finally asked Zhang Houtu about the situation here.

"I’ve been here before with the old man. That time, it was to help an old buddy of the old man’s who had some trouble. The old man lent a hand, and when the favor was returned, it was right here. But it was just an ordinary meal. There’s a presidential suite here, but it’s on the thirtieth floor or higher and has different levels. The highest level, staying for one night, costs five hundred thousand."

"That much!!!"

"And in US dollars."

Ye Tian smacked his lips and no longer spoke. Spending money wasn’t a fear for him; he had even paid America’s best gunsmith to modify a gun once, shelling out a hundred thousand US dollars in one go. However, that was for his own self-protection. He was willing to spend money, but not to waste it. He really couldn’t imagine why people would spend five hundred thousand US dollars just to lie in a bed for a night. He didn’t understand, he just couldn’t grasp it.

"Ding-dong!" The elevator doors opened.

If Ye Tian’s arrival here today was the first surprise, then on the twentieth floor, encountering this person was the second—and a huge surprise at that.

"Ye Tian?"

"Captain Song? Hello, hello!"

Song Qian, Captain of the Huaizhou City Criminal Police team, was in a crisp white office outfit, her OL style was unmistakable. She was efficient yet a bit charming, her short hair still stylish, her small face as defiant as ever. However, there was a difference: she wore a badge with numbers on her chest, and behind her stood a handsome young man, guarding her like a protector, firmly stationed behind her.

"Oh, let me introduce you. This is Gu Cheng, a friend from my police academy days, and this is Ye Tian, a friend I met in Huaizhou."

"He’s security, right? Near Fengyu Lake, in the high-end villa area."

Ye Tian smiled and nodded, "Yes."

"Hello."

"Hello."

The elevator slowly began to move, and Song Qian watched the two men as they exchanged intense looks that also seemed to spark electricity between them. She felt somewhat helpless, and just as well that Ye Tian’s floor was approaching, otherwise things might have been difficult for her.

"I’m in room 2732, we can chat another time."

Zhang Houtu and Ye Tian got out one after the other, leaving Song Qian and Gu Cheng inside. When the elevator doors closed, Ye Tian faintly overheard a quarrel inside. It made sense; how could a pretty boy handle a fierce woman like Song Qian?

After agreeing on a time to meet up, they each entered their rooms. New clothes were laid out on the beds, clearly tailored to fit; not just Ye Tian’s size, but Zhang Houtu’s as well, not by an inch or a speck more.

Pleased, Ye Tian admired himself in the mirror, thinking admiringly, why not take this chance to pick up a few girls downstairs?

"Knock knock," two knocks sounded on the door, rattling Ye Tian’s heart. Could it be that whatever he thought, would come true?

"Who’s there?" Ye Tian called out, but no answer came.

Walking to the door, he peered through the peephole, still seeing no one. Confused yet curious, he opened the door.

The number of people who could cling to him so persistently was very few, and considering the security measures from his arrival, which were unusually strict, there were no less than five teams on nearby high-rises creating a crossfire. As was often said, not even a fly could get in.

"Hello. Have you changed your clothes?"

No way, I wasn’t planning to hit on your girl.

Looking at Gu Cheng’s handsome yet somewhat sinister face, Ye Tian took a cold breath. This kind of petty person was the most troublesome; not only were they a nuisance, but if you got entangled with them and didn’t completely wipe them out, you’d be buried by a pile of their messes. Some people encounter benefactors when they go out, and here I am running into a jerk as soon as I walk in!

"Hello. Are you Gu Cheng? Please come in."

Gu Cheng looked around before entering, closing the door behind him, even more like the owner of the place than Ye Tian.

"What brings Young Master Gu here?"

"I’m here for no particular reason; it’s you who has something to tend to."

This exchange left Ye Tian feeling overwhelmed. He had just arrived that morning and the first person he faced was someone looking for trouble.

"Do you want to sit down for a bit? I can pour you..."

"There’s no need for trouble. I’ll just say a few words and leave." Gu Cheng inserted his hands into his pockets, looking coldly at the man who was still in his security uniform a moment ago. The forest is so big that all kinds of birds are there; change into a vest and you really think no one can tell you’re a turtle.

Seeing Gu Cheng’s continuous sneering, Ye Tian felt sick to his stomach. Speak your piece or let out whatever you need to, stop playing games with me!

"Xiaoqian told me about your relationship with her, how you guys met while working a case, and it seems like there were some... complications in the story, is that right?"

"Could you please tell me first, what is your relationship with Captain Song?"

"Friends, or you could say lovers, boyfriend and girlfriend, and maybe after a while, possibly fiancée. Which one would you like to hear?"

"Does she know you’re here?"

Gu Cheng shook his head.

"Well then, Young Master Gu, between us, there are no grudges nor love-hate relationships, and it’s the same with Captain Song. During an investigation, for various reasons, she once saved my life, and I am very grateful to her. If she’s in trouble, I would rush to help at the first opportunity. So, she has given me a favor, and I want to repay her— that’s all. Do you understand?"

"Just that simple?"

"What do you think? I used to be the security manager at a bar, and dealing with Captain Song isn’t anything strange. Many people are aware of these things. If you’re worried, you can ask Captain Song, or her colleagues."

Of course, Gu Cheng wouldn’t dare to ask Song Qian directly, that explosive-tempered woman, a master of Taekwondo, who hated this kind of meddling the most. If Gu Cheng dared to ask, he’d be torn to shreds!

Seeing his complexion change, Ye Tian sensed he might be on to something. Perhaps this kid was just jealous, without any real deep-seated hatred. Dealing with people like him, just follow their train of thought and untangle it bit by bit.

"Young Master Gu, I’m going to say something out of turn—Captain Song does indeed have a tough personality, and to put it rudely, she can also be quite wild. If you think this is her flaw, then you’re mistaken."