The Republic of China: A Letter of Appointment Creates the Most Powerful Warlord

"As expected, time can change a person's appearance, but it can't change their nature." Zhang Ye's mouth curled up slightly at this moment, outlining a smile as gentle and warm as the spring sun. Pointing at the girl in front of him, he teased, "Even with your weird look, you're still so sharp!"

Hearing this, Xu Linlin's big eyes, as clear and bright as autumn water, blinked, as dazzling as the twinkling stars in the night sky.

Then, he let out a silver bell-like laugh and responded, "Isn't that what you said yourself? I am me, and you are you. If I don't treat you as the Grand Marshal, you will be unhappy."

If you think about it carefully, they haven't seen each other for nearly two years.

Xu Linlin once thought that she would never meet Zhang Ye again in this life, and she never thought about how they would communicate with each other when they met again.

However, this unexpected encounter today really caught her off guard and completely disrupted her originally calm heart.

But fortunately, as far as the current situation is concerned, everything seems to be going quite smoothly. At least the two of them did not become hostile and fight as soon as they met, as imagined.

At this moment, Zhang Ye lazily slumped over the edge of the table, his deep, ocean-like eyes fixed firmly on Xu Linlin's bright, moving ones. He casually asked, seemingly nonchalantly, "By the way, what have you been busy with over the past two years? Are you still working at the Duan Department?"

"No, I quit a long time ago." Xu Linlin raised her eyes slightly, and after meeting his fiery gaze, she quickly looked away as if burned, and turned her head slightly stiffly to look out the car window.

Her voice was gentle and steady, as if she was afraid to disturb the delicate atmosphere. "Ever since you rose to power, the situation has become turbulent, with war raging everywhere. My father was worried about my safety, so he sent me abroad to study. I just returned a few days ago, and I had been thinking of enjoying Shanghai and relaxing. Who could have imagined that I would run into you, my mortal enemy, here?"

"Hey, how did I become your mortal enemy?" Zhang Ye was stunned when he heard this, and then he couldn't help but chuckle.

He counted on his fingers as he enthusiastically recalled the past. "Back then, we were a close and inseparable team. We never had any unpleasant experiences. Besides, you even owed me hundreds of thousands!"

"That's different. I'm just afraid that I will have to pay for my father's debts. What if you..." Xu Linlin has always been outspoken. As soon as she said this, she suddenly realized that her words seemed a little inappropriate. Her pretty face suddenly turned red, and a hint of embarrassment emerged that was difficult to conceal.

She subconsciously lowered her head, bit her lips tightly, and dared not say another word.

This idiot dares to say anything without even considering the occasion!

"I said, those things have nothing to do with you. We should each talk about our own things. We must not mix things that are completely unrelated together." Zhang Ye stared straight at the slightly uneasy woman in front of him. He clearly saw her cautious look and a trace of pity arose in his heart, but this emotion was only fleeting like a shooting star.

He then quickly averted his gaze, casually changing the subject, and continued, "How many days do you plan to stay in Shanghai this time? How about this? I'll send a few people to accompany you around so you can fully appreciate the unique charm of this city."

However, before Zhang Ye could finish his words, Xu Linlin suddenly looked up, as if startled. Her beautiful eyes widened into a panicked expression as she refused, "No! There's really no need! I don't have anything serious to do here. I'm just strolling around and having fun."

"It would be so awkward and restrictive if I had a large group of followers following me!"

In fact, Xu Linlin knew very well that the Independence Army had officially taken over the Feng Shui treasure land of Shanghu.

At this moment, Zhang Ye is at the peak of his power.

It is no exaggeration to say that any casual words he says now may affect the overall situation of the Great Xia Kingdom.

Because of this, even though there are many connections between the two, she doesn't want to have too close contact with Zhang Ye anymore.

Because she understood that the closer they were to each other, the more unpredictable variables and troubles would be brought to the complex and delicate relationship between the two parties.

Therefore, keeping a certain distance is the wisest choice for both of them.

"Well, since you're not used to this, I won't force it." Zhang Ye's face remained calm as he nodded slightly. Then, with a deft movement, he tore off a piece of pure white napkin, wrote down a string of numbers, and warned, "This is the phone number of the highest-ranking officer of the Shanghai garrison. If you encounter any difficult problems, he might be able to help you solve them."

Although he had no idea what this girl was up to, he could tell from the scene just now that without the protection of a personal bodyguard, Xu Zhenlin's reputation alone was not enough to protect such a beautiful girl.

"Thank you!" Xu Linlin thanked him softly, stretched out her delicate hand to take the napkin, carefully folded it in half and then in half again, and put it into the exquisite little bag she carried with her.

After a brief silence, Xu Linlin suddenly stood up as if she had made some kind of decision.

"Well... if there's nothing else, I'll take my leave!" After saying that, before Zhang Ye could respond, she turned around and walked towards the door with light steps, leaving Zhang Ye with only a beautiful back that was gradually moving away.

"Okay, how about... I'll arrange for someone to take you there!" Zhang Ye stood up immediately and turned his gaze to the guard beside him. It seemed that he was planning to personally arrange for a vehicle to take you there.

However, Xu Linlin repeatedly shook her head and refused, saying, "Really, there's no need to bother! I drove here by myself, and the car is waiting outside the door." As she spoke, she ran straight towards the gate with light and quick steps.

Watching Xu Linlin's back as she hurried away, as if running for her life, Zhang Ye couldn't help but frown slightly, muttering to himself, "I don't eat people, why are you running so fast?"