Extortion

Unexpectedly, Wei Yenwu didn't talk to Bai Ye about anything else, but instead started talking about a past event.

Chen, standing to the side, tensed up, somewhat surprised. Clearly, she hadn't expected Wei Yenwu to bring this up.

Regardless of what the two were thinking, Wei Yenwu continued, "Edward and I became sworn brothers to fight against Duke Koschei of Ursus, who was secretly ruling Lungmen at the time."

"There are others following us."

That was the beginning of everything.

Wei Yenwu's eyes were filled with memories of the past.

"You've never said these things before," Chen said.

"Yes, because I don't think it's the right time yet." Wei Yenwu nodded, then looked at Bai Ye. "Now, it's the right time."

"Is it because I'm already close to the answer?" Chen subconsciously retorted to Wei Yenwu. She was already used to this kind of conversation, and it would be difficult for her to change it.

"I never tried to hide the truth," Wei Yenwu said dismissively.

He then went on to recount what had happened in Lungmen in the past.

Let's all fight against the black snake.

Edward falls in love with the princess of the Great Yan Dynasty, Wei Yenwu's younger sister, and their love blossoms instantly.

Koschke revealed Edward's identity and their relationship to Wei Yanwu's younger brother, the Emperor of Great Yan, and the dark forces of Victoria Londinium, in order to force Wei Yanwu to make a choice.

Left with no other choice, Wei Yenwu personally used "Crimson Sky" to kill Edward, thus saving the life of Talulah, who was in his sister's womb.

For his sister's safety, he had no choice but to go against her wishes and remarry her to the Chen family, a noble family in the Yan.

"Mom..." Chen murmured to herself.

Yes, Wei Yenwu's sister is Chen and Talulah's mother.

"Twenty years ago, Koschei came back again, and we fought another great battle. I won, but he used half of Lungmen as leverage to kidnap Talulah."

As he spoke, Wei Yenwu looked at Bai Ye: "Twenty years later, a young man reconnected you with letters."

Bai Ye didn't know what to say.

Even though he had made some guesses and researched in his previous life, and even learned part of the truth, he was still shocked when Old Wei told the whole story again.

This is a painful story.

A tragedy for a generation.

"Huijie, Chixiao is in your hands." Wei Yenwu put down his pipe. "It is a dragon-slaying sword, covered with Edward's blood."

"I hope that all grievances can be settled in our generation. I don't want the next generation to suffer the same fate as us."

Brothers killing each other.

Sisters turned against each other.

Koschei clearly enjoyed the process of seeking revenge.

However, Wei Yenwu knew that his ambitions lay elsewhere; revenge was merely a dessert. The black snake held a far more ambitious and darker conspiracy.

"Mr. Bai Ye, I would like to ask you to put an end to the contingency plans and schemes left behind by Koschei."

Wei Yenwu told Bai Ye his request.

This time, he didn't tell riddles or try to be mysterious, because this matter involved his brother's orphan.

That was a poor child.

To many, her birth was a mistake.

"I cannot contend with the many nobles of the Ursus Empire, as well as the Army Group." Bai Ye shook his head. "I am too weak and incapable."

They had actually been enemies for a long time.

Bai Ye wouldn't help for nothing.

He wants to bargain.

"I will provide assistance." Wei Yenwu had clearly seen through Bai Ye's intentions.

Bai Ye picked up his teacup. "I want to know who helped me in Ursus."

As mentioned before, when Bai Ye's shell company was registered in Ursus, a high-ranking figure helped him and made things much easier for him.

This is also why Bai Ye was able to operate Players logistics business in Ursus and easily transport Originium across the border.

"Ifrit Witte, the Speaker of the Council of the Ursus Empire." Wei Yenwu did not hide anything. "I noticed you a long time ago, so I communicated with him in advance."

"No wonder." Bai Ye's eyes lit up immediately.

Wow, I didn't know I had such powerful connections!

It was Speaker Witte!

This man is a close confidant of the Ursus Emperor.

Although he could not wield absolute power, and the power of the parliament was hampered by the nobles and the army, this man still possessed enormous influence.

"Director Wei, I want to see him." Bai Ye stared into Wei Yenwu's eyes; this was crucial to his plan.

If Sergei could see him...

"Mr. Bai Ye, this matter is beyond the scope of assistance I can provide. Our cooperation also requires sincerity." Wei Yenwu was surprised by Bai Ye's appetite and ambition. This was simply outrageous. "I have already demonstrated my sincerity with your company and your entry and exit permits."

"This is very important to me." Bai Ye did not back down, his gaze sharpening. "Director Wei, this is part of the plan. Without him, I am not confident in breaking Koschei's backup plan."

"I have to see him, otherwise, there's nothing to talk about."

Bai Ye was fearless and had nothing to fear.

With Talulah around, Wei Yenwu had no choice but to agree.

Lord Wei Yenwu, you wouldn't want your sister's daughter to suffer in Ursus, would you?

Wei Yenwu stared at Bai Ye, while Chen was sitting next to him, was a little uneasy. She could feel two opposing forces in the air, like the calm before a storm.

Meanwhile, Lady Wen-yue sat on the sofa next to her, knitting a sweater as if nothing had happened.

Her expression was calm, as if the two people facing off did not exist.

After a long pause, Wei Yenwu took a deep breath. "I just need to write a personal letter. You are the messenger, so please deliver it for me."

It was a success.

"Thank you for your generosity, Director Wei." Bai Ye said, taking an envelope from his pocket and handing it to Wei Yenwu. "Please open this yourself Director Wei."

As Wei Yenwu said, he was indeed a messenger.

This is a letter from Talulah.

Chapter 114 Extortion

The people of this land love messengers because they bring news from afar.

The people of this land hate messengers, because news from afar is mostly tragic.

When Bai Ye handed Talulah's letter to Wei Yenwu, the man with the dragon head revealed a flaw for the first time.

Yes, previously, Bai Ye had never been able to find any obvious expression on Wei Yenwu's face, as if nothing could move him.

Perhaps because he had accumulated too much sorrow while recounting the past, Wei Yenwu's hands trembled slightly when he personally received the long-awaited "family letter".

Bai Ye couldn't imagine what the man was feeling, or what he was carrying, as he opened the letter. However, none of that mattered to him anymore.

As a messenger, his job was done.

After a brief silence, Old Wei composed himself and casually placed the letter aside.

"Cough."

Bai Ye coughed lightly.

Then, he took out a photograph from his pocket.

Chen was standing to the side, stared wide-eyed.

Why are you pulling out pocket watches, envelopes, and photos? Do you really have that many pockets in your coat?

Bai Ye, of course, had no idea about Chen's silly thoughts. He handed over the photo—which had been fixed in a frame and covered with a layer of glass.

"It is truly impolite of you to arrive empty-handed on your first visit." Bai Ye stood up. "Please accept this gift, Director Wei."

"Oh, what gift?" Lady Wen-yue was clearly interested and moved closer to Wei Yenwu.

"Hmm—" When she saw the contents of the photo, her eyes suddenly lit up.

"Wow." Even Wei Yenwu couldn't help but let out a soft sigh.

In the photo, Talulah and Alina stand facing each other, seemingly chatting, while the girl laughs in the snow.

The camera in the Bai Ye captured this moment.

The two seemed quite pleased with the gift.

Bai Ye then said, "Miss Talulah is doing quite well and has made some friends, but their life on the Ursus tundra is very difficult."

Bai Ye didn't continue speaking, but his meaning was already self-evident.

I, Talulah, am poor. Send me money!

Well, actually Talulah didn't say that; it was just that Bai Ye unilaterally kidnapped Wei Yenwu.

From the story Wei Yenwu just told him, he knew that Wei Yenwu felt indebted and guilty towards Talulah.

When Bai Ye took out the photo, he knew that Wei Yenwu would willingly pay the money.

Why bring out this "gift" now of all times? Wei Yenwu naturally knew what Bai Ye was up to. But as Bai Ye had expected, he had no reason to refuse.

After a moment's consideration, Wei Yenwu said, "Perhaps, Lungmen and your company can also reach a cooperation agreement in some aspects."

"Especially your businesses in Ursus."

Although he wouldn't say it outright, and wouldn't let his emotions get into his work, Wei Yenwu still hoped to offer some help to his brother's orphans in certain areas.

Because of his status, Wei Yenwu couldn't even openly help Talulah. Fortunately, with Bai Ye as an intermediary, he was able to benefit his niece who was far away in Ursus.

Perhaps Wei Yenwu secretly provided Bai Ye with this kind of consideration in mind.

Bai Ye nodded and gave a sincere smile, "Director Wei, it's a pleasure to cooperate with you."

Looking at the young man before him, Wei Yenwu admitted that even the most outstanding young talents of the new generation of noble families in the Great Yan Dynasty were no match for this man. His intuition told him that this young man seemed to be planning something more.

Despite his shrewdness, Bai Ye was not a gloomy person. His eyes were clear and clean, without much negative emotion, and were still full of youthful positivity and sunshine.

'Hmm, it's not bad—maybe it's the best choice.'

Wei Yenwu assessed the young man before him with a discerning gaze. He wasn't evaluating his collaborator; rather, he had other intentions at play.

Bai Ye felt that the old fox's eyes had become strange, but he couldn't quite put his finger on what was wrong. However, the atmosphere suddenly became awkward—they had finished discussing everything they needed to, and Bai Ye had just extorted money from him, so he didn't know what to say next.

"Xiao Chen, why don't you stay here for the night?" Lady Wen-yue said to Chen.

"Sorry, the Guards Bureau has work to do tonight, so..." Chen instinctively refused.

Bai Ye took out his terminal, looked at the messages left by Hoshiguma and Swire, and suddenly said, "Chief Chen, Ghost Sister and Missy asked me to pass on a message to them—they will finish their work tonight, so you don't need to rush over."

"..." Chen seemed to choke, and the words that were on the tip of her tongue could no longer be uttered.

"Why didn't you just tell me about this?" Chen muttered.

Bai Ye thought to herself, "If I really told you, you would probably pretend you didn't see it, so I have to tell you."

"Then..." Lady Wen-yue's eyes were full of expectation, like a child's.

"Hmm—" Chen couldn't bear to refuse, so she could only say softly, "Then... I'll have to bother you."

She hadn't stayed at home for a long time—neither at the Chen residence nor at Wei Yenwu's place.

Lady Wen-yue smiled happily and said to Wei Yenwu, "Yanwu, I'm going to sleep with Xiao Chen tonight, so you can sleep in the guest room, the sofa is fine too."

"..."

Old Wei sat there without saying a word.