In the face of Gao Xuan's sudden attack, Wei Yue was the calmest.
The distance between Gao Xuan and her was no more than three meters. The palm blade strike took less than 0.1 seconds.
Even Wu Caiyun, standing so close, couldn't respond correctly because she had let her guard down.
Gao Xuan's surprise attack was no joke. His slender four fingers faintly shimmered with the crystalline Source Power. This palm blade strike was sharper than a real knife.
With Gao Xuan's burst of speed and impact, the destructive power of the palm blade was terrifying.
Wei Yue's Spiritual Power was immense, allowing her to grasp countless changes around her in an instant.
Given her prowess, she could confront Gao Xuan head-on and even have the chance to kill him in one move.
But she felt something was off. Thoughts racing, Wei Yue pulled Wei Zhenzhen back to the left quickly.
Gao Xuan didn't pursue. His steps shifted; the forward momentum reversed, and he quickly grabbed Yun Qingshang, retreating to the right.
Gao Xuan advanced, retreated, then flashed. The actions flowed smoothly like clouds and water, without any hindrance.
By this time, Wu Caiyun had drawn her pistol and was about to shoot, but she sensed something was wrong.
The Fu Shou patterned wooden lattice window panes suddenly shattered silently, followed by a bodyguard and a service staff standing behind Wei Yue exploding simultaneously.
Flesh scattered like blooming fireworks, flying in all directions. On the solid wooden door behind them, a large meter-wide hole also exploded open, numerous wood chips flying.
A deep yet fierce gunshot roared alongside the flesh fireworks.
"Bang, bang bang…"
Another two consecutive shots, the other two bodyguards in front of the door couldn't dodge in time, turned instantly into two pools of blood.
Two terrifying holes appeared on the thick wall. The steel bars inside shattered completely.
The sniper rifle's terrible power turned the exquisite banquet hall into a bloody hell.
Wei Yue hid with Wei Zhenzhen in a dead corner. Her face got spattered with a few blood spots, but her eyes remained steady and calm, her demeanor composed.
Her gaze didn't cast outside the window but swept over the people inside the room.
The gunman outside was already exposed, minimizing the threat. Rather, there might be assassins lurking in the room.
Wu Caiyun hid on the other side, holding her pistol, observing the others in the room with vigilance.
Wei Yue didn't detect danger, and she felt relieved.
The enemy dared to use a sniper rifle to recklessly launch an attack on Tian'an Street, not short of insanity.
However, as long as they succeeded, the victor always found ways to cover up the crime.
A corporation as huge as Yuanlong Company, naturally had many enemies. Including Zhao Feng, who was just killed, eyed Yuanlong Company hungrily.
Even this assassin could be sent by someone internally.
With no information, Wei Yue couldn't guess who wanted to kill her at the moment.
Wei Yue's gaze fell on Gao Xuan standing against the wall. If it hadn't been for Gao Xuan's vigilance today, she might have been dead on the spot, even as a Ninth-level Expert.
They say Gao Xuan's Mental Sensing is profound and mysterious. Now witnessing it indeed seems amazing.
The assassin should be Ghost Spear, renowned for killing from ultra-long range with no warning before firing, no murderous aura to disturb the target.
That's why she didn't sense anything amiss even after the shot was fired. Only when Gao Xuan attacked did she vaguely realize something was wrong.
Wei Yue felt grateful inwardly, looking at Gao Xuan even more appreciatively.
The situation was too urgent at the time; Gao Xuan couldn't even warn verbally. Only by directly forcing her to dodge was the most effective method.
To make such a reaction in such a rush is truly astute and extraordinarily quick-thinking, an incredible talent.
That gray-white linen Chinese-style traditional jacket suit indeed suits Gao Xuan well. The key is his calm composure, unaffected by the bloody scene, still unable to overshadow his elegance and charisma.
The nearby Yun Qingshang was also remarkable, her expression calm, her bright eyes radiating, appearing composed and vigilant.
She looked again at her daughter Wei Zhenzhen, whose face was ashen, eyes dazed, completely scared stiff.
This pair of young men and women are indeed outstanding! Outstanding enough to qualify to rise in rank.
Wei Yue originally wanted to talk to Gao Xuan properly and give him some money to dismiss him.
After this incident, it's now inappropriate to be so rude. She hesitated, maybe she could truly consider making Gao Xuan her son-in-law.
Sensing Wei Yue's attention, Gao Xuan subtly nodded at her: "The gunman is gone, it's alright now."
Gao Xuan, clearly very young, yet when he spoke, it made Wei Yue trust him immensely, also bringing a sense of security. She even felt slightly off, wondering if she too was charmed by Gao Xuan's looks?
This young man indeed has a soul-stirring charm! No wonder Zhenzhen is so captivated.
Perhaps it's the death passing by that stimulated her thoughts, Wei Yue began to think uncontrollably and wildly.
Wei Yue dared not look at Gao Xuan any longer, afraid she might unconsciously show an expression of fondness if she continued looking, which would be too embarrassing.
By this time, Wu Caiyun had already called the security team, and over ten bodyguards rushed into the room.
Two other groups of bodyguards went to track down the gunman.
A few minutes later, the security team outside reported that the gunman's shooting position was found, but the gunman had already fled.
With the crisis averted, even Wei Yue heaved a sigh of relief.
Wei Yue, with some apologies, said to Gao Xuan: "Today is inconvenient to discuss matters, I'll have someone send you back first."
Gao Xuan nodded: "Ms. Wei, till next time."
Wei Zhenzhen looked longingly, wanting to leave with Gao Xuan. But with such a big incident happening, she couldn't just leave her mother behind.
"Gao Xuan, thanks to you saving us mother and daughter this time. Thank you."
Wei Yue thought for a moment, then formally expressed gratitude to Gao Xuan.
Without Gao Xuan this time, she would have died. It was a life-saving grace.
Though Wei Yue still had some suspicion towards Gao Xuan, her attitude carried more recognition and respect. As for the reprimands she intended to say earlier, she couldn't quite bring herself to say them now.
Of course, Wei Yue wouldn't easily trust Gao Xuan. What if Gao Xuan colluded with the assassin for a show? It's not impossible.
This matter still needs to be investigated thoroughly, without making rash judgments.
"Not mentioning my relationship with Zhenzhen, aiding in danger is also our duty."
Gao Xuan said courteously with a bow: "Ms. Wei, there's no need to be formal."
Gao Xuan also only became alert at the instant the gun fired. Fortunately, the timing was still sufficient, naturally having to lend a hand to Wei Yue.
This assassination was also six months earlier than he knew.
In the previous timeline, Wei Yue was assassinated and killed three months later. Maybe his involvement changed the circumstances.
Gao Xuan thought of Zhao Feng, who was killed yesterday; maybe it was this slight stimulus that made Fang Zhenshan act in advance.
Originally, Gao Xuan planned to find an opportunity to warn Wei Yue to be careful of insiders and assassination, but now it's much simpler.
In his previous life, he met Wei Yue twice, and the organization originally wanted him to take down Wei Yue. But after only two encounters, Wei Yue was assassinated.
Actually, Gao Xuan had a pretty deep impression of Wei Yue. This woman was very beautiful and wise. In her personal life, she was also disciplined and upright.
This time, even if not for Wei Zhenzhen, he had to give Wei Yue a hand.
Moreover, gaining Wei Yue's recognition would greatly help his future plans.
"A real young hero."
Wei Yue praised and didn't say much more. Great gratitude does not require thanks, so she didn't need to say too many polite words.
Seeing Gao Xuan about to leave, Wei Zhenzhen couldn't help but softly say to him, "Brother, make sure to video call me when you get back."
"Okay."
Gao Xuan responded briefly and left with Yun Qingshang first.
Wei Yue thought for a moment and said to Wu Caiyun, "Have someone take Gao Xuan back."
Wei Zhenzhen quickly added, "Send two login pods for Gao Xuan."
Wu Caiyun looked at Wei Yue, and Wei Yue said, "Choose the best model and send two."
The best login pods only cost a few million; for Wei Yue, it's just giving a gift to express gratitude.
When the special action group of the Security Department was fully deployed, Wei Yue ignored the restaurant owner's panicked face and took Wei Zhenzhen back to her old home.
Wu Caiyun sent Gao Xuan and Yun Qingshang downstairs; she sincerely said, "Thank you for today's matter."
If it wasn't for Gao Xuan today, Wei Yue would have been dead. Gao Xuan saved Wei Yue, which also saved Wu Caiyun's career prospects.
Even though Wu Caiyun had a lot of opinions about Gao Xuan, she had to sincerely thank him now.
Gao Xuan lightly said, "Saving people has nothing to do with you, you don't need to thank me."
Wu Caiyun felt somewhat ashamed but didn't lose her temper. She didn't think highly of Gao Xuan, and even though he saved Wei Yue, it couldn't change his lower status.
In this era where conglomerates control everything, people at the bottom, no matter how talented, can only work for the elites, being their dogs.
With Gao Xuan's status, he was far below Wei Zhenzhen. This wasn't something that his special abilities alone could change.
Gao Xuan didn't say anything else to Wu Caixia and left with Yun Qingshang in a car.
Wu Caiyun sent Wei Yue home and conducted another stringent internal inspection. She quickly found the problem.
"Boss, we've found it."
Wu Caiyun said with a face full of shame, "A special low-frequency locator was installed on the main door of the room. That area was checked by Xiaohu and her team."
A low-frequency locator can scan the surroundings through low-frequency waves. Even if the opponent is far away, they can observe the inside of the room.
Under normal circumstances, the room would be equipped with a jammer to prevent any spying. This time, there was an insider, almost causing Wei Yue's death on the spot.
Wu Caiyun bowed her head in guilt, "Xiaohu and her team must have been bought off. It's all my fault."
"Xiaohu? Wasn't she beaten to death?"
Wei Yue remembered the female bodyguard, as she was a member of her security team.
"Yes, the others probably killed her to silence her."
Wu Caiyun felt even more ashamed. She managed the security team yet had such a huge oversight, almost costing Wei Yue her life.
"To be able to buy off Xiaohu and set an ambush in the Tingyun Private Room..."
Wei Yue tapped her knuckles lightly on the table, "The other side must have planned for at least a few months. Check who in the company's top management is closely linked to the Fang Family."
Wu Caiyun hesitated and asked, "Is it Fanglian Group's doing?"
Although Fanglian Group was eager to merge with Yuanlong Group and used many underhanded tricks in the background, directly assassinating Wei Yue would cross the line.
"Fang Zhenshan is ambitious; he wants to merge the two groups and was rejected by me. Zhao Feng's sudden death may also make him suspect I was behind it, so he took the risk!"
Wei Yue analyzed and said, "Fang Zhenshan is the most likely to take shortcuts and play dirty tricks."
"Boss, should we retaliate?"
Wu Caiyun showed a ruthless expression. Hiring assassins to kill is a vile means of competition, despised by many.
The top managements of major groups also have a tacit understanding; no matter how fierce the competitions are, they rarely hire assassins to kill each other's top executives. This is to ensure their own safety.
After all, you can be a thief for a thousand days, but you can't guard against a thief for a thousand days.
Wei Yue shook her head, "Let's first clarify the internal situation and capture the Ghost Spear. With evidence, then we can act."
She wasn't being pedantic; it's just that if she caused trouble for Fang Zhenshan without evidence, the group internally would oppose it.
Moreover, Fang Zhenshan is surely on guard.
Wei Yue felt a bit stifled, but that's how big corporations are; enjoying their benefits also means being restrained by them.
Buzz, buzz, Wei Yue's watch vibrated slightly, reminding her that someone was initiating a communication request.
Wei Yue gently touched the watch face, and a virtual light screen popped up.
The communication screen showed a middle-aged man wearing a traditional Chinese long gown.
This man was somewhat ugly, bald with a big mouth, most notably with a particularly wide square chin, looking as if he had a whole brick in his mouth.
The man's hand held a golden glass Buddhist bead, which he slowly twirled.
Though ugly, this man exuded a sense of heroic spirit. He was none other than Fanglian Group's chairman, Fang Zhenshan.
Seeing this face, Wei Yue felt a bit disgusted, but she quickly adjusted her expression and connected the video communication.
"President Wei, I heard you were attacked?"
Fang Zhenshan asked with a concerned expression, "Were you injured?"
"Thank you for your concern, President Fang. Luckily, I'm safe and sound," Wei Yue replied calmly.
"In broad daylight, using a sniper rifle on Tian'an Street to attack President Wei, what lawlessness!"
Fang Zhenshan slapped the table in righteous indignation, "Don't worry, President Wei, I'll definitely get the Law Enforcement Minister to give an explanation!"
Wei Yue exchanged a few light remarks with him before ending the call.
Watching the screen dim, Fang Zhenshan's face turned somber as he spoke to someone beside him, "Wei Yue is very smart; she must have sensed something amiss. With her alive, things get complicated. We must push the plan forward quickly..."
He paused and added, "For the Ghost Spear to miss, Wei Yue must have an expert by her side. We must quickly find out who it is, and when we act again, we cannot fail!"