MY VERY BRAVE WIFE
Chapter 17

After being humiliated and taken to its lowest point, Zhao Lifei left the city. Even when the strength of the country's top hackers and investigators combined, they were still unable to find it.

Many people gathered in hopes of finding its location. The reward for his head was very high, exactly 50 million. Zheng Tianyi was the one who funded the first half of the 50 million, and the rest were not named, either, but most people suspect it is an angry socialite who is eager to see their deposed Queen fall to a lesser degree.

After two long years, there was no more price on his head. Zheng Tianyi's anger had subsided and after much convincing from the Zheng family and the Elders, he finally withdrew his money. Seeing the King retreat, the other socialites stopped funding for the head of Zhao Lifei. Within a week, she was no longer a fugitive woman in the Underground World.

"This time, I have a very important task. Trust me, this isn't a little white lotus slap." Zhao Lifei reprimanded herself given her stupid past.

She used to be so bitter and horrible at Xia Mengxi, not because she didn't deserve it.

In some ways, Zhao Lifei regretted raining down on Xia Mengxi, when she should have directed her anger at Zheng Tianyi as well ... It takes two to cheat, and he mistakenly focuses too much time on one side.

"I'm a spoiled, grumpy brat. All year long I thirsted for blood and the fall of Xia Mengxi, I was surprised you stood by my side." Zhao Lifei thought about the bad memories he never wanted to resurface.

He sank into a sea of despair when he saw Xia Mengxi wrapped in Zheng Tianyi's embrace. He tries to do anything to destroy the couple and along the way, he destroys himself.

"As I always say, your typical perfume is an incredible wealth. Anyone with that scent will always have a safe place in my heart." Lu Minhong smiled dryly at his words. Did he really doubt why he was staying with her? This stupid woman...

If there was one thing that Lu Minhong would never admit, it was the fact that he cared more about Zhao Lifei's well-being than his money. He was someone very special to him and at one time, he was his savior.

"But there are so many people who pay you to leave me." Zhao Lifei softly said, suddenly feeling very aware of herself.

Lu Minhong was silent for a while and Zhao Lifei thought he didn't hear it because he was so busy with the loud game.

After a moment of silence, he spoke. "No money can pay me to leave you. Not after what you've done for me." His voice was grim and gentle, unlike his hard and friendly person.

Zhao Lifei had a gentle expression on her face, as she thought about the difficult times Lu Minhong had gone through.

There was a period of time where Lu Minhong's wrists were covered in wounds, his eyes dimmed, hope had long since disappeared from his heart, and his entire body was filled with terrifying signs, he said, it is difficult to know what kind of man he is.

"Geez, you'll make me cry if you don't talk." Lu Minhong sighed, his voice becoming a little emotional. This is why he doesn't like to talk about the past.

Zhao Lifei chuckled. "Seeing you cry will be worth billions." He was joking, a small smile on his face.

Lu Minhong sat more upright, his eyes widening with excitement. "Seriously wait? You're gonna pay me billions to cry? I'll cry as much as you want if you pay me that much"

"No, stupid. I'm just kidding." Zhao Lifei chuckled at his desire for instant wealth.

"Boo, you're not fun." Lu Minhong pouted. He really took Zhao Lifei seriously...

Zhao Lifei became even more serious. "I need a full report on the silver van that hit the black Maybach on Kingston Street. Investigate the background of the van, the owner, the license plate. Every little thing you can know, report back to me."

Lu Minhong raised his eyebrows at his shocking task. "How much are you willing to pay?"

Zhao Lifei smiled. He did not even hesitate on a hard mission. "Tell me your price, I can pay whatever makes sense." He leaned back in his chair and gazed out the large window in front of him.

Money was not a problem for him, but he knew Lu Minhong was not a greedy man who demanded outrageous prices.

"One million." He frankly said. This shocked Zhao Lifei. A million? His rates have risen 200% since the last two years since he contacted him.

"The price doesn't matter to me, but are you alright, Lu Minhong? Is there anything I need to know?" He asked, taking out his laptop to send money to him.

Lu Minhong was silent for a few seconds. Amidst her soothing snap of her finger on the keyboard and her grim expression, she did not know where to start. "I-i..." He stuttered, unable to say a word.

Zhao Lifei's expression softened. "Don't push yourself, I'm fine if you don't tell me. I've sent you the money." He quietly said, knowing it would take time for him to open up.

Lu Minhong felt grateful for his peaceful approach. As long as she knew him, she had never been the type of woman to force him to say something. When it came to him, he was patient and kind.

Since Lu Minhong had personally witnessed Zhao Lifei's unwavering kindness, his impression of him had always been kind. Despite the evil rumors surrounding Zhao Lifei and the horrible things he used to do, Lu Minhong would always be loyal to him ...

"Okay, I'll start your mission now. It'll be over tomorrow afternoon." He said he had hacked the security cameras at the street lights.

"All right, good night." Zhao Lifei said, sighing softly.

"Good night, Xiaoli." He ended the call and began to immerse himself into the task.

After the call ended, Zhao Lifei texted Yang Ruqin the details, but she did not include a large price tag on the mission.

[Qinqin: Thank you very much, Feifei! I'll buy you the next meal!]

Zhao Lifei smiled at the energetic response of her friend.

[Alright, I'll hold you accountable for that\~] He texted back.

Yang Ruqin did not reply for a while and Zhao Lifei thought that it was because she was so tired from the day of work.

Not wanting to do anything else, Zhao Lifei fell onto her bed and fell asleep. Sleeping soundly, Zhao Lifei was unaware of the storm that would befall her tomorrow ...