The next afternoon, Shen Nan and Xiao Tong gathered to prepare for their evening meeting.

Xiao Tong glanced at the captain, who was sitting with his eyes closed, and noticed the dark circles under his eyes with a hint of curiosity.

“Mr. Shen, didn’t you sleep well last night?”

Shen Nan didn’t respond.

Xiao Tong continued, “Where did you sleep last night? You didn’t return to the inn.”

Still silence.

Xiao Tong, being somewhat talkative, scratched his head in frustration. “If they find out…”

Before he could finish, Shen Nan’s voice came from the side, “They won’t.” Shen Nan opened his eyes to look at him, his gaze clear and showing no signs of drowsiness.

Xiao Tong, young and naive, was full of anticipation. “We’ll definitely succeed.”

He was young and not originally part of Shen Nan’s team, but by some coincidence, he ended up with Shen Nan’s team. With not many missions before and just being promoted, Xiao Tong was excited and thrilled to be with Shen Nan.

It was also because of this naivety that Xiao Tong didn’t arouse suspicion from those people. He was too young, like a freshly graduated kid.

At 6:30 p.m., Shen Nan and Xiao Tong went out to meet their contact.

When boarding the boat, Shen Nan pulled out his phone and sent Zhou Zuizui a message.

Shen Nan: I’ll be back tonight.

After sending it, he promptly turned off his phone. The man who had come to pick them up in the small boat nodded in satisfaction, indicating that he was pleased with the cooperation.

Upon reaching the center of the lake, there was a slightly larger boat waiting. The man signaled Shen Nan to switch boats, and Xiao Tong also wanted to follow, which the man did not obstruct.

The two switched to the new boat.

The new boat was not very large but was among the best in the ancient town. After boarding, Shen Nan noted that there were nine people on the boat.

The man he had seen in the tavern was sitting in the center, legs crossed, with bodyguards flanking him.

Upon seeing Shen Nan, Brother Bao narrowed his eyes, put his legs down, stood up, and greeted Shen Nan. “Mr. Shen?”

Shen Nan scoffed lightly and completely ignored him, sitting directly opposite. He lifted his eyes, full of disdain. “Are you the boss?”

Brother Bao’s face grew cold as he glanced at his empty hand, forced a dry smile, and calmly slipped his hand into his pocket. “If you want to meet our boss, you first need to get past us.”

Upon hearing this, Shen Nan coldly looked at the few people present, exuding an air of a wealthy big shot, with visible displeasure.

Xiao Tong, standing to the side and fully aware of his captain’s demeanor, spoke on his behalf. “Since your boss is so uncooperative, we might as well not discuss this business.”

After saying this, Shen Nan pretended to get up and leave.

“Wait!” Brother Bao quickly called out and looked at Shen Nan formally, pausing before continuing, “Mr. Shen, business is negotiable. As long as you’re interested, our boss will definitely provide the best goods.”

Shen Nan raised his eyelids, his tone cold. “Is that how you people do business?”

He sneered, “What I want isn’t something only you have. If that’s the case, then it’s fine.”

Shen Nan’s stance clearly indicated that he wouldn’t discuss business without the boss making an appearance.

Upon hearing this, Brother Bao gave Qiangzi a look, then flatteringly addressed Shen Nan. “Mr. Shen, please be patient. Let’s sit down and discuss it properly. As long as you’re sincere, our boss will certainly treat you sincerely!”

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The subsequent business dealings were settled smoothly.

When Shen Nan returned to the tavern, Zhou Zuizui was downstairs, whispering with Qiu Qiu, her face adorned with a smile, though it was unclear what she was smiling about.

As he approached and heard their conversation, he frowned instinctively and looked at the woman with an expressive face, remaining silent.

Zhou Zuizui was engrossed in watching a movie, showing no signs of discomfort. On the other hand, Qiu Qiu appeared flushed and embarrassed.

Shen Nan cleared his throat to get their attention.

Qiu Qiu was the first to snap back to reality and looked at Shen Nan. “Sister… Brother-in-law, you’re back?”

Shen Nan glanced down and replied gruffly, “What are you doing?”

Zhou Zuizui raised an eyebrow and smiled, pausing the movie. “Aren’t you already aware? Why ask?”

Shen Nan: “…”

This was the first time he had seen a woman so unabashedly watching adult films in front of him. Zhou Zuizui’s response left him speechless.

Zhou Zuizui smiled and patted Qiu Qiu’s shoulder. “The male lead’s body isn’t that great, and neither is the female’s. I’ll find a better one for you next time. For tonight, let’s just go to sleep.”

Qiu Qiu blushed and agreed, “…Alright.”

Zhou Zuizui didn’t look at Shen Nan, heading straight upstairs to her room. If this old man wanted to come and go as he pleased, she didn’t think of her place as an inn.

Qiu Qiu looked on and whispered, “Sister seems to be angry.”

Shen Nan raised an eyebrow and said with one hand in his pocket, “Rest early.”

With that, he went upstairs as well.

As soon as he entered the room, Shen Nan heard the same suggestive sounds from downstairs again. He looked at Zhou Zuizui with disapproval. “Aren’t you going to sleep?”

Zhou Zuizui hummed. “I’ll sleep after finishing this.”

Shen Nan: “…”

Watching her engrossed in the movie, Shen Nan endured for a few seconds before his patience wore thin. With an icy tone, he asked, “Do you usually watch these kinds of things?”

Zhou Zuizui, seemingly unconcerned, replied casually, “Haven’t you seen them before?”

We’re adults, after all. Why pretend to be pure?