Shrouded Seascape

Anna picked up the dagger on the table and cut open the package. She removed the white foam, revealing a black gun with a silencer.

Li Long's face changed instantly upon seeing the firearm. "Boss, w-w-where did you get that? That thing is trouble; that's three years in prison if you get caught with it!"

Anna looked up at the skinny guy and asked, "Did you find the people I asked for?"

Li Long's face fell. "Eight people from out of town, and they have to be on the fringes of society. They're too difficult to find. What do you want to do with them, anyway? Why don't we just go and find some migrant workers?"

Anna stared deeply at Li Long and said, "We don't need eight people, then. Seven will do. You count as one."

Li Long's heart quivered at Anna's words. What was she talking about? How come a shiver went down his spine?

"We can find eight people. We can definitely find eight people. Boss, let me take you to someone; he will definitely be able to find a way," Li Long said.

"Let's go, then," Anna said, tucking the gun behind her.

"Boss, why don't we leave that thing here? We live in a society governed by laws, and even those in the underworld don't dare to use something like that," Li Long persuaded.

He really couldn't figure out Anna's train of thought at all. Her behavior and actions didn't seem like someone living in modern society. Based on her appearance alone, she ought to be in school, but her ruthlessness and way of doing things were unlike those of ordinary students.

In the face of Li Long's persuasion, Anna merely glared coldly at him.

Li Long dared not say anything more upon seeing that glare, and he turned around, obediently leading the way.

Upon reaching the first floor, Li Long headed to the garage and drove out the car that they had just purchased.

Anna sitting in the backseat of the car suddenly asked, "Did you get the passport that I asked you to acquire for me?"

"It's done. I know many people. It's not an issue as long as there's enough money," Li Long replied, sounding boastful. Then, he seemed to have noticed something amiss and cautiously asked, "Boss, are you planning on leaving the country after this?"

"You can stay here. I'm not going to force you. Trash like you are a dime a dozen abroad," Anna replied.

Li Long gnashed his teeth. Life and death were a matter of fate, and wealth and glory were up to the heavens up above.

In the end, Li Long decided to take a gamble.

If he refused to follow Anna, he'd inevitably run out of money and would have to go back to his old ways, after all.

The brand-new car carrying the two stopped at a lively bar. When Li Long walked into the bar, the patrons called out at him. It seemed that he had been frequenting the bar as the words, "Brother Li, Brother Li," echoed constantly.

Li Long felt even prouder of himself upon seeing everyone's smiling faces. Not too long ago, they wouldn't even acknowledge his existence, but now, they were all calling him "Brother Li."

Li Long realized that he had taken a liking to the feeling of being flattered, and the realization made him even more determined to stick to the lunatic.

"Boss, this place sells drugs, and we can find some addicts through this place. Those addicts are worse than demons. The majority of them have either ruined or harmed their family for the sake of obtaining more drugs. Their families think that they're all dead, so they definitely meet your requirements," Li Long explained.

Anna revealed a look of understanding. This could work. No one would bother reporting the disappearance of such people, which would give Anna enough time to retreat.

"You're here again, Brother Li? Want a drink? It's on me. And this is...?" the bartender in a suit cast a surprised gaze at Anna, who was wearing a mask.

"She's my relative, my relative. Buddy, I'm actually here to ask you something," Li Long said. He leaned close to the bartender and whispered something into the latter's ear.

"No, no, that's against the rules. The higher-ups definitely won't agree."

"Oh, come on. Can you stop being so inflexible? I haven't even mentioned the price, and you're already rejecting it. Don't worry. You'll get your share in the end," Li Long persuaded.

The lighting in the bar was a bit dim, and there were many people around, so the air felt stuffy. Anna pulled her mask aside to get some fresh air before putting it back on.

Anna had done it quickly, but a glance was enough for her to become a target.

"Hey, Miss Beautiful. You have such pretty eyes. They remind me of a certain someone. Do you know who?" a handsome blond man said. He had on a crooked smile as he sat down next to Anna with a glass of liquor. He had moved casually but in a way that would make Anna see the shield-shaped luxury car key on his waist.

"Fuck, who the hell are you? You want to die or something? Go and pick up girls somewhere else!" Li Long scolded with an impatient look.

The bartender's face changed at Li Long's remark. He pulled Li Long aside and whispered, "Watch your mouth, man. He has a special identity, and you… can't afford to offend him."

"Was that your friend? His mouth was really foul. Don't you find it disgusting to hang out with such a rude person?" the handsome blond man asked.

Anna looked a bit annoyed. Her gorgeous figure and pretty face were proving to be magnets for trouble in this place, and she couldn't help but consider ruining her appearance to stay out of trouble.

"Did you come to Makau to buy some drugs? I have some of the good stuff at my place. If you want, we can have some fun together."

At last, Anna turned to the blond man and asked, "You use it, too?"

"That got your attention? How refreshing. Anyway, this country is just a tad bit too sensitive when it comes to these things when certain drugs have even been legalized abroad. Anyway, let's start over; my name is Charles."

Anna's hand instantly balled into a fist, and she stared deeply at the man before her. To be honest, the man in front of her was handsome, but Anna wanted nothing more than to put the barrel of her gun to his forehead and blow his smug face to pieces!

"Your name is Charles?!"

"What? Wait, have we met each other in England? But I don't remember meeting you at all…" the blond man muttered.

Anna pulled down her mask, revealing a faint smile. "I do use that stuff. It's just that I like to use it with many other people."

The blond man revealed a look of understanding at Anna's remark. Anna was exactly his type, so he found it a pity that such a top-tier beauty had turned out to be both an addict and an escort.

"We have some ice at my place, and we're scheduled to gather tonight for some fun. Admission for women is free, so how about you come with us? The more the merrier," the blond man offered.

Having learned that Anna was both an addict and an escort, the blond man became much more straightforward, and he could no longer be bothered to hide his lust.

Anna nodded and asked, "I want my friend to come with us, too. Is that okay?"

The blond man glanced at Li Long with disdain, but he nodded reluctantly and said, "Sure, sure."

The blond man then put his fingers in his mouth and whistled toward the booth in the corner. Several men and women then walked out of the booth.

"Boss, I don't think this is a great idea. We shouldn't go," Li Long said. He seemed particularly anxious, but Anna didn't listen to him at all.

Soon, luxury cars drove out of the bar's parking lot, heading toward the suburbs.

Anna's fluttered in the wind as she sat in the back of a convertible.

"Hehe, your house is really far out," Anna said, briefly touching her waist.

"We're not going to my house. My family owns several buildings in the Beiping District. There aren't that many people there, and there aren't going to be any checkpoints, so it's pretty safe," the blond man replied. He steered with one hand and took out a lighter to light the cigarette at the corner of his mouth.

"Is that so? That's good, then. It's great as long as it's safe. You really are thoughtful."