The country entrusted me to buy an aircraft carrier, Hou Liangping, do you dare to investigate?

“I will go,” Fei Peng replied, his heart filled with determination. This was the first time he had felt the power of self-discovery, as if he had seen a faint light in the darkness.

"See you then." The other party gave a cold laugh and then hung up the phone.

Feipeng breathed a sigh of relief. Although he felt a little panicked, he was more eager for the truth. He looked back at Xiaoxue and thought to himself, "I don't know what will happen next, but I must not back down."

"Are you alright?" Xiaoxue asked with concern, a hint of worry in her eyes.

"I'm fine." Fei Peng's tone softened as he tried to hide his anxiety. "I think I know what to do next."

“Then let’s start preparing now.” Xiaoxue’s voice was full of anticipation and determination. “I will be with you, and I will never let you face this alone.”

Fei Peng felt a surge of warmth in his heart; he was deeply grateful to the girl who had supported him at this crucial moment. It was because of her companionship that he felt a sense of security and strength. He nodded, his tone firm: "We'll prepare together; we absolutely cannot leave any loopholes."

Time slipped away quietly amidst their busy work. The night was deep and still, and moonlight streamed through the curtains, creating an exceptionally tranquil atmosphere. However, Fei Peng's heart was enveloped by an invisible tension. He knew that the decision he was about to make would change everything, and the truth he sought was like the starlight in the night sky—unattainable.

"Xiaofei, what are you still thinking about?" Xiaoxue's gentle voice interrupted Feipeng's thoughts. Her eyes were full of concern, as if she were trying to find out the struggle in his heart.

“I’m thinking that if we really go to that party, we might encounter many unknown dangers,” Fei Peng said slowly, his gaze fixed on the window, as if he could see the dangers lurking in the darkness. Although he knew in his heart that not going meant losing the answer forever, the real fear was the helplessness in the face of the unknown.

“I know, but we must be brave,” Xiaoxue said firmly, her eyes sparkling with courage. “No matter what happens, I will be by your side.”

Feipeng was touched by her words, a warm feeling welling up inside him. He took a deep breath, trying to calm his anxiety. No matter how dangerous the road ahead, they had to bravely move forward and never stop.

"Thank you, Xiaoxue." Feipeng gripped Xiaoxue's hand tightly, his heart filled with gratitude. "With you here, I have endless courage."

"Me too." Xiaoxue smiled slightly, a hint of determination flashing in her eyes. At this moment, their hearts were connected, and their mutual support shone like a warm flame in the cold night.

In the days that followed, Feipeng and Xiaoxue began their intensive preparations. They constantly researched materials related to the gathering, trying to find more clues. Feipeng was already mentally prepared to face the challenge; no matter how difficult the future might be, he was determined to confront it bravely and never back down.

"Xiaoxue, what kind of people do you think will be at the party?" Xiaoxue asked while flipping through the documents, her voice revealing a hint of curiosity and nervousness.

Fei Peng paused, a complex emotion flashing in his eyes. He knew the secrets hidden behind this gathering might extend beyond just ordinary participants. His mind was filled with doubt: "They might be people involved in underground activities, or even those users I saw discussing various shady deals on the forum."

Xiaoxue frowned slightly, clearly affected by Feipeng's speculation, and couldn't help but feel nervous. "Should we really go? What if they have ill intentions towards us..."

“We must go,” Fei Peng said firmly, his tone revealing an unwavering determination. He understood that only by immersing himself in that environment could he unravel all the mysteries.

Xiaoxue pursed her lips. Although she still had some hesitation, she knew there was no turning back. She nodded, still nervous, but mostly filled with support and trust for Feipeng.

As time went by, the date of the gathering drew closer. Fei Peng's anxiety and anticipation intertwined like an unstoppable storm. To avoid being tracked, he decided to choose a secluded route to the gathering place, ensuring that his whereabouts would go unnoticed by anyone.

"Are we just going to walk like this?" Xiaoxue asked with some concern, her eyes darting around, seemingly uneasy about this unusual path.

“Yes, taking this route will avoid the main streets and reduce the risk of being watched,” Fei Peng reassured her, trying to appear calm. He knew that keeping their movements secret was their most important form of protection at the moment.

The two walked along the path, and the surroundings gradually became quieter. Under the sparse streetlights, the shadowy trees swayed, as if telling the secrets of the city. Fei Peng's heart grew increasingly tense, and various unknown scenarios from the party kept flashing through his mind.

"I feel a little uneasy," Xiaoxue said softly, her footsteps making a faint sound on the dirt road. Her heart seemed to be beating faster as she followed the shadows around her.

"Me too," Fei Peng admitted to himself, feeling a little uneasy. He knew that the danger they faced didn't just come from those unidentified people, but more from the unknown fears. But he didn't want Xiao Xue to worry, so he gently comforted her, "But we can definitely handle it."

Xiaoxue sighed softly, a hint of understanding and support in her eyes. She turned to look at Feipeng and asked gently, "Do you really think we can find the truth?"

"I believe there will always be a way." Fei Peng gripped Xiao Xue's hand tightly, trying to appear resolute. His deepest conviction kept reminding him that only the truth could free them from this invisible fear.

"Even if there's danger, we can't give up." Xiaoxue's tone carried a hint of courage, and her eyes shone with unwavering determination. The two continued walking towards the gathering in tacit agreement, as if the road itself was paving the way for their resolve.

Not far away, an old building gradually came into view, and Fei Peng began to feel a little uneasy. The building looked out of place with its surroundings, as if it had been abandoned, yet it also exuded a mysterious attraction.

"Is this the place?" Xiaoxue paused slightly, a hint of doubt in her eyes.

"It should be," Fei Peng replied softly, his heart filled with tension and anticipation for what was to come. They looked at each other, a hint of unease in their eyes, yet an unspoken understanding between them.