Tomb Raider: I Am Hu Bayi's Cousin

Chapter 271 Huo Xiuxiu Arrives
After returning home, Hu Ming set an alarm to keep his biological clock in check, and woke up after a short rest.

In fact, at his level of skill, not sleeping for a day or two wouldn't have much of an impact.

In the early morning, as usual, Yin Nanfeng and I dined together in the best private room of the New Moon Hotel to celebrate a birthday with a group of immortals.

"Uncle Ming, I have something to ask you."

Suddenly, Yin Nanfeng put down his chopsticks and said hesitantly in a low voice.

"What?"

"The Wang family, what exactly is the Wang family? I don't know much about them."

"But I'm very curious, just how powerful is the Wang family that you and the old man should take them to heart?"

Yin Nanfeng carefully considered his words, his meaning clear and pointed.

"...To be precise, the Wang family is not a blood-related clan, but rather an ambitious group that has come together because of a secret left behind by Wang Zanghai?"

"About six hundred years ago, Wang Zanghai, the most famous feng shui master of the Ming Dynasty, once went to the western frontier and encountered an ancient and mysterious ethnic group—the Kangbaluo people."

"The Kangbaluo people have some connection with the Zhang family; they are both keeping an ancient secret together."

"But for some reason, these people told Wang Zanghai all the secrets of the Zhang family and intended to support a new family to replace the Zhang family, and Wang Zanghai was their choice."

"After returning, Wang Zanghai designated the image of this ethnic group as a totem and tattooed it on the bodies of his people, which is the so-called phoenix tattoo. He also swore that the descendants of the Wang family would obey the orders of the Kangbaluo people."

"From then on, for six hundred years, the Wang family and the Zhang family engaged in many open and covert struggles."

The reason Zhang Yueshan didn't take the Wang family seriously was simply because the Wang family had changed a lot.

If it weren't for the fact that the Wang family's headquarters couldn't be found, Zhang Rishan would have wiped them all out long ago.

Ultimately, the Wang family is just a bunch of idiots playing the big data pyramid scheme game.

What they want is to influence and manipulate the entire world through big data computing.

"...I really shouldn't have asked. The Zhang family and the Wang family were already unclear, and now you've brought up this mysterious Kambalo person."

"Damn it, how many secrets, unknown to ordinary people, are buried in the five thousand years of history of China?"

Yin Nanfang regretted his curiosity and rubbed his temples, feeling a headache coming on.

Moreover, judging from Hu Ming's expression, he clearly knew more, but he had no intention of continuing to explain.

It's hard.

"Hmm? I understand a woman's curiosity, but there are some things you'd better not know."

Hu Ming gave a light, teasing hum and continued eating leisurely.

"Miss, Master Ming, Xie Yuchen and Huo Xiuxiu have arrived together."

"They specifically asked to see Master Ming."

Just then, Sheng Shengman knocked on the door and entered, speaking respectfully.

Sheng Sheng Man is one of Yin Nanfeng's most trusted associates, and he also has exceptionally keen hearing.

According to Hu Ming's assessment, in terms of hearing alone, he could even rival Chief Chen from back then, but in some other skills, he was far inferior.

"Bring them here."

Yin Nanfeng remained silent.

If it were just Xie Yuchen, it wouldn't be a problem, but if Huo Xiuxiu is included, then things get interesting.

"Miss Yin, Uncle Ming!" Yin Yuchen and Huo Xiuxiu greeted the two of them softly after entering the room.

Huo Xiuxiu has a beautiful figure, a supple waist, fair skin, delicate and pure features, and a jade-like temperament.

But there was also a subtle hint of allure; her eyes were watery and incredibly seductive.

A pair of large, watery eyes scrutinized Hu Ming.

They are as clever and mischievous as foxes.

Now, Huo Xiuxiu is the next head of the Huo family.

Hu Ming remained silent, but gave Xie Yuchen a hostile look.

"Ahem, Uncle Ming, don't look at me like that, it's kind of scary..."

"As you know, I, as a junior, cannot refuse the requests of the Huo family matriarch."

Xie Yuchen looked embarrassed under Hu Ming's gaze, and coughed lightly, saying apologetically.

He also knew that Huo Xiuxiu was representing Old Madam Huo in meeting Hu Ming.

This time, it wasn't just a simple visit; the goal was to extract some information from Hu Ming.

"Heh, if Wu Xie were here, you wouldn't refuse?"

Hu Ming scoffed. Such words were only meant to fool ghosts.

Although Xie Yuchen is not old, he has already demonstrated extraordinary abilities and has taken control of the entire Xie family business.

Just an old woman from the Huo family? Despite her seniority, she's not a member of the Xie family. Does she think she can order Xie Yuchen around?
Dream on!
"I'm sorry to use my seniority to bully you, but..."

"Do you believe I'll find him and beat him up to vent my anger? Anyway, we're the same generation, so I won't feel any psychological pressure beating him up."

That person, of course, refers to Xie Lianhuan, who is lurking in the shadows.

"Uh, I was wrong, Uncle Ming. This is the last time. There will never be a next time."

Xie Yuchen's face immediately turned green; he certainly knew what Hu Ming meant.

This is the first time in his life he's ever let his father down.

"Humph!"

"Xiuer, how should I put it? I know why you came here. Go back and tell your grandmother what she wants to know. I don't know anything about her."

"I don't covet what she has, but she also avoids trying to get close to me."

"Besides, I broke up with her a long time ago, and I don't want to have anything to do with your Huo family!"

"Otherwise, I'm not exactly a kind person who respects the elderly and cares for the young. If she continues to be so stubborn, and something bad happens, it won't look good for anyone."

Hu Ming turned his gaze to Huo Xiuxiu; he really didn't want to get involved in these trivial matters.

He didn't even want to care about his ex-girlfriend. After all, he was forced to marry into the Huo family by the old lady of the Huo family. If he hadn't been capable, he probably would have been forced to join the Huo family long ago!
Now, Hu Ming has no contact with the Huo family!

Although Hu Ming understood Old Madam Huo's current state of mind, it didn't mean he had to help her solve the mystery.

Hu Ming's consistent view was that it was best to stay as far away from the people and affairs of the Nine Gates as possible; they were too troublesome and offered no benefit, so why bother?
Ghost Seal?
Ha! That thing, if Hu Ming wanted to, he could sneak into the Huo family and steal it anytime!
"Xiuer? This nickname feels strange, like there's some inexplicable malice in it?"

Huo Xiuxiu didn't care about Hu Ming's attitude, but she felt that the way he addressed her was a bit off.

The "Xiuer" meme is still far from being around...

(End of this chapter)