Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s-Chapter 1569 - 1571: The Appointment is Set

However, just as he was putting his mind at ease, Meng Xinian asked Cheng Cheng in a calm tone, "Is there anything here that you desire? Or let me ask differently—what do you hope to achieve by coming here?"

Uh, that direct?

Everything he said earlier was for nothing? Meng Xinian really doesn’t believe his efforts brought this person over? He had agreed to several rather disadvantageous terms for the other party’s deputy!

Deputy Du glanced at Cheng Cheng.

This guy just arrived, and Meng Xinian asks such an outright question. Could he end up driving the man away?

The sense of relief Deputy Du had moments ago returned to unease.

Cheng Cheng met Meng Xi’s gaze, suddenly let out a low chuckle, and said, "Does Great Officer Meng believe your team possesses treasures worth coveting?"

"Then are you here for leisure?" Meng Xinian smirked.

"Maybe." Cheng Cheng shrugged. "City M’s scenery isn’t bad, and I’ve never been here before. Deputy Du invited me, so I came. Is that strange?"

"I heard Lone Wolf always ventures deep into enemy territory alone, traversing all corners of the earth. Haven’t you seen every kind of scenery already? And yet you’re intrigued by a city’s sights?"

"I’m interested in everything."

"Then enjoy your two months in City M."

"Thanks."

Deputy Du listened to their seemingly meaningless exchange and couldn’t help but feel his heart racing uncontrollably. What was this all about?

Wasn’t their upcoming mission supposed to be serious?

How did they end up talking about scenery?

And yet, these two managed to trade sentences, one after another, making it sound oddly significant.

No, no! Going forward, he’d need to keep these two apart as much as possible.

As this thought crossed his mind, Cheng Cheng spoke again, "I’ve heard for some time that Great Officer Meng is exceptionally skilled. I’ve long admired you but never had the chance to meet. Now that I do, might I ask for a lesson?"

Meng Xinian immediately nodded. "Sure."

"Then, will Great Officer Meng lead the way?"

"Let’s go."

The two waved simultaneously toward Deputy Du and walked out the door.

Deputy Du hadn’t even processed what was happening before realizing they were already out of sight. He slapped his thigh and shouted, "You’re going to fight? Little Meng! Little Meng!"

Cheng Cheng had traveled all the way here, loaned to help them out—and now Meng Xinian, that tyrant, was going to spar with him? Would he leave his opponent completely beaten down?

And if he really did knock the guy flat, what would X Province Alliance District think? Would they still lend personnel in the future?

But what if Cheng Cheng got angry and just walked away?

Of course, there’s also the fact that Cheng Cheng is said to be extremely strong. What if he ended up defeating Meng Xinian?

Wouldn’t that be embarrassing for them too?

Borrowing someone only to have them take out their commanding officer in a match! The point of borrowing help was to enhance their reputation, not to get schooled!

Yet, as soon as these two met, their dynamic became completely uncontrollable. Deputy Du couldn’t even begin to parse how their conversation had escalated into a challenge within so few exchanges.

He quickly rushed to his desk and dialed a phone number.

"Hello, Great Officer Yang, guess what? Cheng Cheng from X Province is here!"

"He’s really here? That’s great! Why are you panicking?" Yang Zhiqi sounded thrilled.

Deputy Du groaned miserably, "He’s already squared off with Little Meng. They exchanged barely a few sentences before challenging each other!"

"A challenge? What do you mean? That punk Meng Xinian is bullying people again?" Yang Zhiqi shot to his feet.

"No, it was Cheng Cheng who proposed it! Little Meng didn’t hesitate and agreed right away. They’ve already headed downstairs."