As Bai Duanqian entered, she saw everyone in the room, especially Jun Wushuang, the leader of Peerless Apocalypse. Her expression faltered slightly, then quickly returned to normal as she smiled and greeted everyone.
Jun Wushuang's gaze quietly fixed on Bai Duanqian. A hint of gloom flashed in his eyes, but he quickly concealed it and said with a smile, "Qianqian, where have you been for the past half month? Do you know I've been looking for you all this time, afraid something might have happened to you? Are you alright? Have you encountered any difficulties?"
Bai Duanqian rolled her eyes and replied, "Chief Jun, I'm perfectly fine. Also, Chief Jun, could you please stop calling me Qianqian? It's too intimate, and Feng Ge won't be happy."
After speaking, Bai Duanqian sat beside Zuo Feng and affectionately linked her arm through his.
This Jun Wushuang had always tried to rope her into Peerless Apocalypse and had always harbored intentions of adding her to his harem.
Previously, out of fear of Peerless Apocalypse's power, she could only endure. Now, with Zuo Feng supporting her, she naturally didn't have to compromise herself anymore.
Zuo Feng looked at the feigning intimate Bai Duanqian, knowing there was 'drama' involved and that Bai Duanqian was using him as a shield. He secretly found it amusing but outwardly feigned seriousness, lightly patting Bai Duanqian's hand and saying to Jun Wushuang, "Chief Jun, Bai Duanqian is now my, Zuo Feng's, person. I will naturally be responsible for her safety and happiness, so Chief Jun needn't worry."
Bai Duanqian had already been designated a Firefly member by Zuo Feng, and it was his duty as their leader to act as her shield.
Seeing this, Jun Wushuang's eyes flashed with a hint of resentment, but he quickly reined in his emotions.
He should have just forcefully taken Bai Duanqian back then. Previously, relying on his status as the leader of the City of Dreams' top power, he thought no one would dare to compete with him for a woman, which is why he planned to take it slow, step by step, wanting both Bai Duanqian's body and her heart, and most importantly, her willing service.
However, Zuo Feng's appearance had disrupted his plans, and now it was all for naught.
Jun Wushuang coughed twice, forcing out a smile: "Brother Zuo is right, I was presumptuous. I'm also happy for Bai Dashi (Grandmaster Bai) to have such a reliable person like you."
Zuo Feng smiled slightly, accepting Jun Wushuang's apology.
He turned to Bai Duanqian, a playful glint in his eyes: "Qianqian, it seems your reputation in Dream City is quite significant, even the leader of Peerless Apocalypse can't forget you."
Bai Duanqian gave Zuo Feng a glare. She certainly couldn't afford Jun Wushuang's 'unforgettable' attention. Ignoring Zuo Feng's teasing, she secretly felt delighted—it turned out being protected wasn't bad at all.
However, the act had to continue. Bai Duanqian gently rested her head on Zuo Feng's shoulder, her beautiful eyes slightly closed, feigning a nap.
Jun Wushuang watched the intimate pair, his fists clenched slightly beneath the table, secretly vowing to reclaim everything one day. Yet, he maintained his composure and said, "Brother Zuo, you must be planning to establish a force during this visit to Dream City. I wonder if Brother Zuo has decided where to establish a stronghold? Although Dream City is vast, there aren't many auspicious places. If you don't mind, Peerless Apocalypse is willing to lend a hand and provide an excellent location."
This was Jun Wushuang's true purpose for coming. For an organization that could threaten Peerless Apocalypse, he had to know Zuo Feng's true intentions for coming to Peerless Apocalypse, so he could plan ahead.
Zuo Feng naturally understood Jun Wushuang's hidden meaning and smiled indifferently:
"Thank you for your kind offer, Chief Jun, but I do not intend to establish a force in Dream City. I already have my own base, not in H City. My visit this time is merely to recruit some technical talents; we will be leaving soon, so Chief Jun's worries are unnecessary."
Although Firefly was strong, Zuo Feng also knew that at most, they could be fearless of Peerless Apocalypse.
They were just here to find some talents and then leave, so clarifying it early would avoid unnecessary trouble.
Upon hearing this, Jun Wushuang's brow relaxed slightly, but he still harbored doubts. Outwardly, he smiled and said, "So that's it. Brother Zuo is truly far-sighted. If there's ever anything Peerless Apocalypse can help with in the future, please don't hesitate to ask."
Zuo Feng nodded in response, secretly amused by Jun Wushuang's suspicion, but he didn't mind.
Once he left after some time, Jun Wushuang's doubts would naturally vanish.
At this moment, Jun Wushuang brought up another topic: "Brother Zuo, I hear that the Sanshui Gang and the Black Wind Gang were both annihilated by you. Is that true?"
Zuo Feng shook his head. This Jun Wushuang was truly suspicious. He was still doubting him, thinking he wanted to expand his influence in Dream City by eliminating the Sanshui Gang and Black Wind Gang.
Zuo Feng replied, "Chief Jun, you've misunderstood. The Black Wind Gang was indeed annihilated by me because its leader, Shi Weimin, had a personal grudge with my woman. As for the Sanshui Gang, their demise had nothing to do with me. On the contrary, we saved their leader, and to thank us, he gave us all of the Sanshui Gang's supplies as compensation."
A faint smile played on Zuo Feng's lips as he added, "Chief Jun must know that I didn't take an inch of those two gangs' territories. Chief Jun's concern for them—could it be that they also have some connection with Peerless Apocalypse?"
Zuo Feng was most annoyed by overly suspicious people like this; they always liked to make groundless accusations, and nothing you said would make a difference.
Jun Wushuang's expression changed slightly, then quickly returned to calm. He smiled and said, "Brother Zuo is joking. Peerless Apocalypse has no ties with them; I was merely curious. Since that's the case, I wish Brother Zuo an early success in finding the talents you need and a smooth return journey."
Zuo Feng returned a polite smile, and the two chatted for a while longer. Jun Wushuang always tried to subtly probe Zuo Feng's background, but Zuo Feng was meticulous, his words exuding composure.
Finally, seeing no opportunity, Jun Wushuang rose to take his leave.
Zuo Feng personally escorted him to the door and watched him depart.
Not long after, the leaders of the Three Giants arrived together.
Zuo Feng still treated them with courtesy, directly stating his intention not to establish a force in Dream City.
Upon hearing this, the three leaders each had their own calculations. Zuo Feng was too lazy to slowly prove to them that he truly had no intention of establishing a force in Dream City; believe it or not.
After exchanging pleasantries for a while, the three leaders departed one after another.
Zuo Feng checked the time, and a morning had quietly passed. He couldn't help but sigh, the human heart in the apocalypse, truly complex and unpredictable.
"Xiao Chu Niang, for lunch, I want braised pork hock!" After dealing with these leaders all morning, Zuo Feng decided to treat himself well. He would rather fight a zombie with Six Horizontal Bars than rack his brain with these leaders.
"Okay, Feng Ge, I'll make it for you right away."
Xiao Chu Niang responded and left. Soon, the symphony of pots and pans echoed from the kitchen. After enjoying lunch, everyone felt they had nothing to do. With no intelligence at the moment, they truly didn't know what to do.
Bored, Zuo Feng and the girls chatted in the tin shack to pass the time; of course, Bai Duanqian was also among them.
"Feng Gege, I want two xiao songta (little pine cone)s and two little chilies."
At this moment, Xiao Mi Tao, nestled in Zuo Feng's arms, stretched out her small hand and said coquettishly.
"What do you want that for?"
Zuo Feng chuckled, pinching her tender cheek. Xiao Mi Tao hadn't even lit up her second lotus seed, so what would she need little pine cones for? And although little chili could preserve youth, eating too much wouldn't help.
"Feng Gege, it's not for me, it's for Mu Jingjing and Mu Lingling. I noticed they always stare at the little pine tree and the little chili tree, drooling, and they like to collect seeds from various plants, so I guess they want the seeds of the little pine tree and the little chili tree." Xiao Mi Tao blinked her big eyes, pouting, "Feng Gege, please give them to me."
Zuo Feng smiled helplessly, leaning down to lightly kiss Xiao Mi Tao's face: "Alright, who can resist you? Da Mi Tao, give them to her."
Zuo Feng gave Da Mi Tao a look, and Da Mi Tao understood, immediately taking out two xiao songtas and handing them to Xiao Mi Tao.
As for the little chilies, they were still hanging on the chili tree. The happy Xiao Mi Tao ordered Mu Jingjing and Mu Lingling to pick the little chilies.
The two little fellows flew around cheerfully, carefully picking the chilies, then swallowing them directly, followed by the xiao songtas Xiao Mi Tao had given them.