Chapter 1095: Everyone is Waiting
by xennovel“Is that so? That’s fantastic I always prefer comedies.”
Xu Shaochen said with a smile.
Wang Sheng shook his head “Mr. Xu, that’s a bit shallow. One person’s comedy can be another’s tragedy.”
Sun Hai raised an eyebrow seeing more in the scene.
Wang Sheng and Xu Shaochen seemed familiar but not entirely amicable.
Sun Hai suspected Wang Sheng used him as a shield tonight.
Thinking this made him upset but he showed no sign of discontent due to his good manners.
“Hahaha, that’s deep. I didn’t know Young Master Wang dabbled in philosophy. Come, sit first. Xia, make tea.”
Xu Shaochen laughed heartily inviting them to sit while asking Li Qianya to make tea.
The three sat down as Li Qianya brought a tray with three cups of tea then seated herself beside Xu Shaochen.
“Good tea.”
Wang Sheng took a sip of tea exclaiming with appreciation “Truly exquisite tea. Its flavor lingers, leaving a lasting impression. This tea alone makes the trip worthwhile.”
He actually felt like vomiting remembering last time Xu Shaochen left a psychological shadow on him regarding tea, but he had to maintain composure.
“If you like it, I’ll wrap some for you to take when you leave.”
Xu Shaochen offered deliberately to annoy him.
“No, no, it’s embarrassing to accept so much.” Wang Sheng waved his hand.
Xu Shaochen chuckled “You’re too polite, Young Master Wang after all you’ve promised me a good show tonight. This tea is just a small token.”
He paused then looked curious “By the way, where is this good show you mentioned, Young Master Wang?”
“No rush, the show isn’t here. There’s no stage, just the audience. Afterward, you’ll know. Mr. Xu, surely you have some patience.”
Wang Sheng’s smile radiated confidence.
“Indeed, as the saying goes, good things come to those who wait. Let’s watch the game. The European league is in full swing.”
Xu Shaochen laughed changing the TV channel to the sports station.
Wang Sheng’s eyes flashed with coldness. Enjoy your smile now as you may not be able to soon.
His gaze lingered on Li Qianya’s curves. His heart burned with envy at Xu Shaochen’s good fortune with women.
Sun Hai sensed some tension between Xu Shaochen and Wang Sheng but had no details, leaving him anxious like a cat.
The three watched the game but none were actually focused on the soccer match.
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Meanwhile.
The real stage was the Paradise Island waters.
In the shadow of night and thick fog, several boats silently docked.
“Hmph! Useless idiots. Couldn’t even breach a basic defense and got captured. Shameful.”
“Have all external spies been removed?”
“All island guards are eliminated. Our landing is unseen.”
“Relay to all personnel for an orderly landing.”
“Wait, doesn’t something feel amiss? Why is the island so empty?”
“What’s odd? Weren’t the patrols outside dealt with? You’re scaring yourself. Relay, land!”
In the darkness, groups descended from the boats like ants successfully landing on Paradise Island.
Gradually, the teams converged, pushing forward.
“Hold on, something’s wrong. Fall back! Everyone retreat!”
Within minutes, the leaders realized the misstep, ordering a retreat.
Though patrols outside were eliminated, it made no sense there was no opposition after such a large group landed.
Typically, fighting would begin by now, yet no one appeared.
Abnormal signs indicated danger. Better safe than sorry, withdrawal before trouble.
Too late.
“Swish!” “Swish!”
Blinding lights suddenly switched on exposing all intruders.
What seemed a deserted island now swarmed with forces.
“Ambush…”
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Floral Peak Villa Estate.
In the living room.
The game was over.
Commercials played on the TV for two minutes.
No one changed the channel, eyes were still on the screen.
As if an exciting program held their gaze.
Xu Shaochen waited for news of victory on Paradise Island.
Wang Sheng waited for word of his plan’s success on Paradise Island.
Sun Hai waited to clear his doubts.
Li Qianya waited for them to leave as she was tired and wanted to sleep.
Everyone waited.
“Ding ding ding ding…” X2
Both Xu Shaochen’s and Wang Sheng’s phones rang simultaneously.
They exchanged a glance.
Xu Shaochen was about to answer when Wang Sheng said “Mr. Xu, why not listen to my call first? I fear your heart might not handle too much excitement.”
“Is that the show you mentioned? Is it finally concluded?” Xu Shaochen asked looking at Wang Sheng.
Wang Sheng smirked “It is. However, it may disappoint you. A comedy to me, perhaps a tragedy for you.”
“Not necessarily, I’m not one to cry until I see the coffin.”
Xu Shaochen said calmly appearing unfazed to Wang Sheng.
“Strong nerves, Mr. Xu. Let’s hear it, then.”
Wang Sheng smiled brightly, answered his phone on speaker, placing it on the table.
The moment the call connected, a near-hysterical voice screamed:
“Young Master, we fell into Xu Shaochen’s trap. The island was ambushed. Only a few brothers fled. The boss calls you back immediately.”