Han Xiao Liu’s preparations were proceeding smoothly.
Modifying the Mossberg shotgun was his top priority.
He had purchased a reinforced barrel, a muzzle flash suppressor, and a full set of tactical gear from the system store. The rails could be equipped with sights, flashlights, and other accessories.
He also attached an anti-slip strap to the handle.
“Done. It’s so damn cool.”
For a firearms enthusiast, being able to personally modify a gun was one of their greatest dreams.
This was Han Xiao Liu’s first modified gun, making it particularly significant to him.
Han Xiao Liu couldn’t help but fiddle with the shotgun, practicing loading rounds and other actions, enjoying himself immensely.
“Ding-dong~"
Han Xiao Liu’s door was closed, and he wasn’t open for business.
Through the added camera, Han Xiao Liu saw the visitor outside and was startled.
“No way, why is she here? Is she here to settle accounts?”
Having customers come knocking at his door required proper handling. This was the way of business, and mismanaging it would undoubtedly affect future business.
“Gentlemen, we’re not open today. Do you need anything? Oh, Ms. Xue Li Yang, long time no see. Please come in.”
Xue Li Yang’s first ever setback in life was due to the man in front of her, how could she not be angry.
Han Xiao Liu looked at Xue Li Yang with her puffed cheeks, and he really wanted to pinch them.
Xue Li Yang had an explosive figure and top-notch looks. In the eyes of a playboy like Han Xiao Liu, this was called sexy and provocative.
“Han Xiao Liu, I trusted you so much, and you actually sold me a fake! You even ripped me off for so much money, I want a refund!”
“A refund is impossible. Ms. Xue Li Yang, the antiques business is about buying and selling, and besides, I didn’t cheat you.”
“You still dare to argue? You said this was something Zhu Zhi Shan collected, but it’s a modern craft.”
Han Xiao Liu continued to smile.
“That’s right, it’s a craft. Look at the business license on the wall, our main business is crafts. As for Zhu Zhi Shan, this thing was indeed made by a man named Zhu Zhi Shan.”
“You!!! You’re a scoundrel!”
This was Xue Li Yang’s first time encountering someone as shameless as Han Xiao Liu. He was still acting this way despite being confronted.
Overseas Chinese didn’t understand domestic customs, and Han Xiao Liu said he wouldn’t argue with a beautiful woman.
After all, he was still interested in her body, although the chances seemed slim at the moment.
“Hmph, I heard you’re an archaeology expert?”
“Yeah.”
Han Xiao Liu saw Xue Li Yang’s changing expression and grew cautious.
“Oh, I’m an overseas Chinese. If I make a fuss about this to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, what do you think will happen? I remember reputation is quite important for an archaeology expert.”
MMP! This was just nasty.
His archaeology certificate was only known to him, but anyone with half a brain could figure out the impact this would have on him if she made a fuss about it.
‘No wonder it’s Xue Li Yang, no wonder she’s the mastermind of the Tomb Robbing Three Schools. Her brain is so quick, but I’m not a pushover either.’
“Xue Li Yang, if you want to sue, go ahead. Big deal, I’ll close up shop. Besides, if I can’t be an archaeology expert, can’t I become a tomb raider? Hehe.”
“You!!!”
Xue Li Yang was speechless, she had underestimated Han Xiao Liu’s shameless bottom line.
However, Xue Li Yang was truly intelligent, she came here not for money but for Han Xiao Liu himself.
Compared to life, money meant nothing to Xue Li Yang. She had travelled thousands of miles to China and funded the archaeological team to explore the Jingjue Ancient City, all for survival.
Xue Li Yang changed her expression and continued:
“Han Xiao Liu, I can forget about the fake you sold me, I won’t ask for a refund, but I need you to go to the Western Regions with me. You must have heard about the Jingjue Ancient City, right?”
Han Xiao Liu understood.
‘So she’s been waiting for me.’
Han Xiao Liu glanced at Hu Ba Yi and Fatty, who weren’t saying anything.
“We don’t seem to have a very good relationship, why would you mention me to her? Aren’t you afraid I’ll turn against you and kill you?”
As Han Xiao Liu spoke, his facial expression became fierce.
This change made the two men’s hairs stand on end, feeling like they were being targeted by a ferocious beast.
“Boss Han, you’re also an archaeology expert. For such a beneficial matter for the country and people, we should support it, right?”
Hu Ba Yi, with his old-fashioned demeanor, spoke with righteous indignation, but it made Xiao Liu disgusted.
“Get lost! You’re trying to guilt-trip me! You guys should go to Panjia Yuan and ask around about Han Xiao Liu. You think my nickname “Panjia Yuan’s Number One Street Hustler” is for nothing!?”
Hu Ba Yi sometimes loved to play the saint, and Han Xiao Liu, in both his lives, hated people who liked to make a big deal out of things and play moral high ground.
Han Xiao Liu’s remaining affection for Hu Ba Yi was now extinguished.
Xue Li Yang was also suppressed by Han Xiao Liu’s powerful aura, unable to speak. After all, she was just a skilled but inexperienced novice.
“Xue Li Yang, why are you going to Jingjue Ancient City? You should have a lot of money. To be honest, I’m confident in finding Jingjue Ancient City, but why should I help you?”
Han Xiao Liu looked at Xue Li Yang with a very serious expression, as if seeking an answer.
In fact, Han Xiao Liu hoped that Xue Li Yang would confess to him.
“Hu Ba Yi, Wang Kai Xuan, can I have a private chat with Boss Han?”
“Sure, we’ll go out for a smoke.”
Xue Li Yang’s expression became serious, and she removed a pendant from her neck.
“Tomb Robbing Talisman, and it’s real. You’re an American Chinese......”
Han Xiao Liu pondered seriously for a moment, as if he had thought of something. He clenched his right fist and slammed it into his left palm, then grabbed Xue Li Yang’s shoulders, his eyes slightly excited.
“Xue Li Yang, tell me, are you a descendant of the last Ban Shan Daoist, Zhegu Shao?”