Chu Yuxuan noticed Yao Liang's dissatisfaction with the plan and smiled, "Last time, this was the plan we agreed on, but I underestimated you guys and let one slip away, leading to your whole team being wiped out. But this time, I can guarantee there won't be any accidents."
"I'm just afraid... afraid they've learned from last time and will send more people. With just a few of us, we won't be able to hold them off!" Yao Liang said with a bitter face.
Chu Yuxuan lit a cigarette, "Chu Zhiqing has so many bodyguards; they can't all be useless. We'll borrow a few from him. The most important thing now is to make them believe you've really located Liu Jun."
"Well…" Yao Liang looked troubled, "How do I say it so they believe me? Big brother, teach me! I'm not very good with words."
Chu Yuxuan shook his head, "You have to say it in your own way for it to sound convincing. Here's the idea: the Tianji Society likely knows all about us brothers by now, but Second Brother has never shown his face. You'll tell them that Liu Jun is with Second Brother. As for the exact location… I'll give you Liu Jun's home address. You guide them into thinking that Liu Jun has been locked up in his own house this whole time. After all, the safest place is often the most dangerous one, so they'll believe it."
Yao Liang hesitated, mulling it over before mumbling, "I'll... I'll think about how to say it."
"No rush. They won't make a move until late tonight, and we still need to prepare. Take your time figuring it out," Chu Yuxuan smiled as he stood up, "Come, let's light incense for Lord Guan and pray for a smooth night."
The four brothers made their way to the statue of Lord Guan. After taking two steps, the third brother turned back and grabbed the confused Xiaoqing, grinning, "Xiaoqing, you should come too. This is no place for women to get involved."
Xiaoqing glanced timidly at Chu Yuxuan. Seeing him tilt his head toward the statue, she finally smiled and walked over.
"Old Six, what are you standing there for? Come on," Chu Yuxuan waved Yao Liang over, "We're all brothers here, don't be so distant." Yao Liang smiled awkwardly and hurried over.
After offering incense, Chu Yuxuan told his brothers, "Get your gear ready. Head to Liu Jun's house and prepare. Xiaoqing, find a good vantage point. This time, we can't let anyone escape, but remember, we need someone alive."
"Yes, young master!"
Chu Yuxuan nodded and gave the fifth brother a light pat on the back, "Contact Chu Zhiqing and ask him to send some men. Make sure to tell him not to be followed."
With that, he lowered his hand. The fifth brother lifted his eyelids and nodded in agreement.
"Old Six, you're injured, so stay with me for now. Once you've called the Tianji Society, we'll head over."
"Alright, I'll follow your lead, Big Brother!"
Two hours later, the third brother called, informing Chu Yuxuan that everything was ready at Liu Jun's house.
Chu Yuxuan turned to Yao Liang, "Have you figured out what to say?"
Yao Liang took a deep breath, still a bit nervous, "I have, but I'm just afraid… if…"
"There is no 'if,'" Chu Yuxuan said firmly, "This is about your family's lives. There's no room for mistakes. If you're ready, call them now."
Yao Liang bit his lip and, after a brief moment of resolve, said, "I'll call now!"
With that, Yao Liang pulled out his phone, dialed an unknown number, and took two deep breaths before pressing the call button.
The phone was answered quickly, but the other party didn't speak.
"It's me," Yao Liang whispered.
"Any news?" A man's voice came from the other end—it was the same person who had called Chu Yuxuan at the factory last time!
Chu Yuxuan held his breath, unable to hide the glimmer of excitement in his eyes.
"I… I overheard this afternoon. Chu Yuxuan was on the phone with his Second Brother, asking if Liu Jun had talked yet."
The man on the other end was silent for a moment before asking, "This afternoon? Then why are you only telling me now?"
"They still don't trust me completely. Every time Liu Jun is mentioned, they avoid me. I was afraid they'd bugged my room, so I used the excuse of buying cigarettes to call you. My family... are they okay? You haven't hurt them, have you?"
"They're fine. Just do your job," the man replied before pausing to ask, "Did you hear where Liu Jun is?"
"I was too far to hear clearly, but I think it's something about Xinying Village…"
"Ah, I see. Haha... who would've thought, hiding Liu Jun in his own home. What a brilliant move!" The man sounded like he had just realized something.
Yao Liang, once again concerned for his family's safety, asked, "How are my family? You promised you wouldn't hurt them. I need to talk to them, let me hear their voices!"
"When this is over, you'll see them." With that, the man hung up.
"Hello? Hello!" Yao Liang shouted into the phone, then looked up at Chu Yuxuan, "He hung up."
Stretching lazily, Chu Yuxuan smiled, "The fish has taken the bait. Let's go!"
As he spoke, Chu Yuxuan pulled out his gun from his waist and handed it to Yao Liang, "I gave this to you before. Now it's back to its rightful owner. Take it."
Yao Liang took the gun, his eyes filled with gratitude, "Thank you, Big Brother."
The safety on the gun wasn't engaged, and with no one else around, Chu Yuxuan handed it over with full trust. He had even taken Yao Liang to pray to Lord Guan earlier. It was clear that Chu Yuxuan truly trusted him as his brother.
Thinking about all this, Yao Liang glanced at Chu Yuxuan with deep appreciation.
"Thank you, Big Brother! Really, thank you!"