Chapter 192 Next Plan
"What's more, you are holding their unspeakable secrets. They will do everything they can to get rid of you and prevent future troubles."
Bai Zixuan fell into a chair, holding his head in his hands, as if he was trapped in endless darkness. He could not deny everything the man in black robe said, because he knew his situation over the years and the methods of the Xiao family better than anyone else.
"Then why did you come to see me and want me to do something?" Bai Zixuan finally spoke, his voice hoarse and weak.
The man in black robes slowly walked up to him, squatted down, and stared at him with a sharp gaze: "Didn't I tell you that I am here to help you, Master Bai, get out of this predicament."
“As long as you can reveal everything you have done for the Xiao family over the years, and as a witness, stand up and testify against them at the appropriate time, you can not only clear yourself of suspicion, but also gain true freedom and safety.
Bai Zixuan's eyes flashed with struggle and hesitation when he heard this. He knew how deep his entanglement with the Xiao family was, and he also understood the risks he would face if he stood up to testify.
But in the current situation, it seems that whether he says anything or not, he is already standing on the edge of a cliff. Either he will continue to be used by the Xiao family until he is abandoned, or he will give it a try and perhaps he can find a glimmer of hope.
"Why should I believe you?" he finally asked.
Upon hearing this, the man in black robe took out a token from his bosom and gently placed it on the desk.
"Are you from the fraternity?"
Bai Zixuan looked at the token on the table and immediately recognized its origin.
"Okay, I promise you." He took a deep breath, his eyes became firm, "But I need you to ensure the safety of me and my family."
The man in black robe nodded in agreement: "Master Bai, rest assured, our brotherhood has always valued credibility. As long as you are willing to cooperate with us, we will naturally do our best to protect you and your family."
He gently picked up the token, put it in his arms, and continued, "However, we also need your cooperation to ensure that every action is accurate and does not leave any chance for the Xiao family to fight back. You need to record everything you know, including the Xiao family's secret transactions, illegal activities, and how they use you to carry out improper behaviors. These evidences will be the key for us to bring down the Xiao family."
Bai Zixuan nodded, feeling mixed emotions. He knew that once he took this step, there would be no turning back. But he also understood that this was his only chance to get rid of the shadow of the Xiao family and regain a new life.
Bai Zixuan felt an unprecedented power surge into his heart. It was the determination transformed from the anger and unwillingness that had been suppressed in his heart for a long time. He stood up and looked at the man in black robe with a sharp gaze: "So, where should we start?"
The black-robed man smiled and took out a secret letter from his sleeve: "This letter records in detail the illegal activities of the Xiao family in recent years, including how they used their power to suppress their opponents, illegally amass wealth, and some dark transactions involved. Take a look at these contents first. Is there any discrepancy with what you know?"
Bai Zixuan took the secret letter, his hands trembling slightly, as if he was holding not only a piece of paper, but also the turning point of his own destiny. He took a deep breath, forced himself to calm down, and began to read every word in the letter carefully.
As he read deeper, Bai Zixuan's expression became more and more solemn. The contents of the letter were indeed what the Xiao family had done, but the man in front of him was able to investigate these secrets without anyone noticing.
"As expected of the Brotherhood, this intelligence system is truly extraordinary. Such detailed and accurate information is enough to put the Xiao family into an irreparable situation."
Bai Zixuan put down the secret letter, his eyes flashing with unprecedented light. The stronger the Brotherhood showed, the more confident he was that he could break free from the control of the Xiao family and secure a bright future for himself and his family.
"Next, I will act according to your plan." Bai Zixuan said firmly, "But I also hope that you can keep your promise and protect me and my family." The black-robed man nodded slightly: "Master Bai, don't worry, our brothers will never break their promises. As long as you sincerely cooperate with us, we will definitely keep our promises."
"In addition to what you wrote in your letter, I know a lot of their dirty deeds, but for safety reasons, I can't tell you all at once."
Bai Zixuan's words revealed a kind of caution that came from careful consideration. In the contest between the Brotherhood and the Xiao family, a small figure like himself must be careful.
"There's no need for that..."
Bai Zixuan was stunned when the man in black said this. He didn't expect the other party to reject his proposal so directly. He thought that keeping some information as his bargaining chip would help him gain more benefits or protection at a critical moment.
"Why?"
He asked doubtfully, staring at the man in black robe, trying to read something from his eyes.
"Because I already know what I should know..."
After the man in black finished speaking, he slapped Bai Zixuan on the back of his head with his right hand, and the silver needle in his hand suddenly pierced into the fatal point on the back of his neck. Before Bai Zixuan even had time to react, his body fell forward like a kite with a broken string, his eyes wide open, his face full of disbelief.
The man in black robe stood up and looked at Bai Zixuan who was lying on the ground, with a cold look in his eyes.
That’s right, the man in black was Ximen Tianyu. He learned Bai Zixuan’s identity from Zhao Chao’s files, and then sneaked into Bai’s house, which led to the conversation just now.
During this conversation, Bai Zixuan couldn't help but think of the things he had done for the Xiao family, and Ximen Tianyu easily knew everything he wanted through his state of mind.
Then, the henchman who participated in the murder of his parents died at his hands.
"Master Bai, have a safe journey."
Ximen Tianyu whispered, without any mourning in his tone, only anticipation for the truth to be revealed. He knew that the information obtained from Bai Zixuan would be an important step in bringing down the Xiao family.
After dealing with everything, Ximen Tianyu quietly left Bai Mansion and came to Tushan's secret base. Here, he had already arranged the next plan.
The intelligence base at Tushan was ostensibly a teahouse. When Ximen Tianyu entered the teahouse, the waiter saw a guest coming and hurriedly came forward to greet him, asking loudly: "Sir, do you want a pot of good tea, or sit in a private room?"
"I'm here to see your shopkeeper. I want to discuss a business deal with her."
Ximen Tianyu said in a calm but meaningful tone.
The waiter's eyes flickered when he heard this, and then he respectfully led the way: "Please follow me, the shopkeeper is tasting tea upstairs."
(End of this chapter)