Lian He felt a moment of panic, but quickly calmed down again. He couldn’t panic, and he couldn’t fluster. The more tense the situation, the more he had to remain calm; otherwise, how could he save Xiao Yue?
"Si Yu doesn’t know that Xiao Yue is in trouble. Whatever grievances you have against Si Yu, settle them quickly with him. A real man shouldn’t resort to such low tactics." Lian He’s voice was steady.
"Hahaha~"
A burst of laughter echoed in the night, colder than the chilling wind outside.
Brother Biao scoffed, "Your goading is useless on me. You care so much about him, but who are you?"
"I---" Lian He’s voice paused for a moment, then said, "---I am her father. Whatever your demands, just say them."
"My surname is Lian, from the Lian Family in Sea City." Lian He identified himself.
Sea City Lian Family?
Brother Biao hesitated for a moment. He had only found out that Meng Siyu’s wife was Tang Yue, and they were also coming to Su City.
Therefore, Brother Biao put a lot of thought into the kidnapping. All he felt was hatred towards Meng Siyu. If it weren’t for Meng Siyu, his people wouldn’t have been wiped out, his business wouldn’t have been ruined by Meng Siyu, and now he has become a fugitive!
Whenever Brother Biao thought about this, his heart ached with anger. Once, he may not have been all-powerful, but he was at least carefree, living a life of luxury, unlike now, hiding all around, not knowing when he might be captured.
If he were captured, his fate would be encapsulated in one word—death.
"Sea City Lian Family?" Brother Biao’s voice involuntarily rose several pitches. He asked, "Is it the Lian Family behind Lian Group? Is it the top three Lian Family in Sea City?"
"Correct." Lian He confirmed with a nod, saying, "Just speak your demands; I will certainly fulfill them."
Lian He identified himself, hoping the other party would demand money. If it’s about money, then it would be manageable.
As long as he could rescue Xiao Yue, he was willing to pay any amount.
"One billion." Brother Biao’s voice fell.
"Okay."
Lian He agreed without a second thought.
"It seems, indeed, the Lian Family in Sea City is rich enough to be a top family." Brother Biao casually threw out a figure, never expecting Lian He to agree so readily.
If it were him, would he pay a billion for his daughter?
In his heart, Brother Biao thought this was impossible.
"I meant a billion dollars." Brother Biao adjusted his words.
If he truly got a billion dollars, why seek revenge?
With money, what couldn’t he achieve?
Brother Biao originally thought since Meng Siyu wasn’t here, having put so much effort, something had to be paid.
"Fine."
Without hesitation, Lian He said, "I can give you a billion dollars, but the amount is too large, so I need some time."
Lian He added, "I brought five million in cash. You can take this first, while for the remainder, take me hostage and release my daughter."
"Five million, cash?" Brother Biao was somewhat surprised, looking at Lian He from the window, seemingly in disbelief.
Lian He returned to the SUV, pulling out a large password-protected case from under it, opening the case, revealing it was full of hundred yuan bills.
"Unnecessary." Brother Biao rejected coldly, urging, "Hurry up, don’t delay time!"
"It’s dark, walking slower." Lian He dragged the case, without a flashlight, relying only on the faint moonlight ahead.
"If you go slower, the knife in my hand might stab your daughter." Brother Biao threatened coldly.
Lian He’s pace suddenly quickened, accidentally tripping, quickly getting up, still swiftly dragging the heavy case.
Brother Biao’s lip curled into a smile, saying, "Bring the people, head to the rooftop."
Brother Biao spoke, leading people upwards.
Tang Yue was dragged along, occasionally turning back, clearly hearing Lian He’s anxious footsteps and stumbling figure. Her eyes welled with tears of gratitude and anguish.
They walked up to the rooftop. On the rooftop, the wind was piercingly cold, making Tang Yue feel icy all over.
Lian He walked all the way to the rooftop, feeling perplexed about why they would go there. Did they prepare a helicopter?
Lian He, dragging the case, finally reached the rooftop.
The rooftop was spacious, with the wind howling. Lian He, somewhat breathless, brought the case over, saying, "I brought the money, release Xiao Yue."
Lian He looked intensely at Tang Yue, indeed recognizing the ’pregnant’ woman. How could he not recognize Xiao Yue?
Lian He felt deep regret.
Xiao Yue had been kidnapped for a day and night, not knowing if she’d suffered.
Lian He wished for a pair of clairvoyant eyes to see if Tang Yue was actually hurt.

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