C18 The Weakest Part of a Man!

Luo Youran couldn't possibly believe a word Xi Muchen said; after all, he was her target this time. There were things he should have told her from the start, but he chose to reveal them now. Forget it, those were lies even a three-year-old wouldn't fall for. Only a fool would believe them.

Feeling tricked by Xi Muchen, Luo Youran was far from pleased. As a professional mercenary, she'd executed countless dangerous missions with precision and never missed a target. Yet, time and again, Xi Muchen, this two-faced man, managed to outsmart her. Luo Youran couldn't just let that slide.

She had planned to give Xi Muchen a piece of her mind, but his quick reflexes left her with no advantage. However, Luo Youran wasn't one to give up easily. Seizing a moment when no one was watching, she linked her arm with his.

It was rare for Luo Youran to make the first move, and Xi Muchen wasn't about to refuse. Even though he knew she had ulterior motives, he played along, acting as if he was enjoying the attention.

"Hmph!" Luo Youran snorted disdainfully, then pinched the inside of Xi Muchen's arm. She wasn't an expert at teaching men a lesson, but she'd picked up a few tricks from fellow mercenaries. However, his arm muscles were as hard as rock, and he didn't flinch.

Gritting her teeth, Luo Youran aimed for the soft flesh at his waist—rumored to be a man's weak spot. Xi Muchen anticipated her move and, before she could act, grabbed her wrist firmly, giving her a silent warning.

"Let go!" Luo Youran demanded with a dazzling smile, though her tone was as cold as ice.

He discreetly pressed his fingers on Youran's pulse. "Aren't you having a blast?"

Youran's right hand was caught by him, but with her other hand, she swiftly aimed for Xi Muchen's side.

"If you keep teasing me, I don't mind putting on a little show right here in front of everyone," Xi Muchen said, pulling her into his embrace.

"Shameless..." Youran's exquisite features showed a fierce determination.

"I'm no saint. When a stunning beauty throws herself at me, I'm more than happy to oblige!" Xi Muchen's hand rested on Youran's waist, lightly brushing her most sensitive spot.

Youran had only intended to quietly deal with Xi Muchen, but she found herself threatened instead...

To outsiders, their intense exchange appeared as nothing more than playful flirting.

"Wow, that woman has an incredible figure!"

"Curves in all the right places and a face to match—she's a knockout!"

"If I could have her to myself for a few days, I'd have no regrets in life!"

Men often focus on looks and figure first. Those watching assumed Youran was Xi Muchen's fling, their gazes colored with desire, as many men are drawn to the thrill of the chase.

"Who are these people, behaving so shamelessly in public?"

"Clearly, they lack proper upbringing!"

"Without that pretty face, she's nothing!"

"Such a disgraceful display—she should be kicked out to spare us all!"

Most of the women at the party were unmarried socialites, and seeing Youran sparked a tinge of jealousy in them.

Her beauty was truly remarkable. Even in a simple off-white cocktail dress, her natural allure was impossible to hide. The men, on the other hand, looked at Luo Youran with a mix of admiration and something less savory.

Luo Youran, known as "Fire Fox," was the most outstanding mercenary. Even while subtly competing with Xi Muchen, she was acutely aware of the gazes around her. Though too far to hear their insulting words, she could read their intentions from their eyes.

Noticing the attention, she quickly stepped back, putting some distance between herself and Xi Muchen. Xi Muchen was always just as perceptive as Luo Youran. If she noticed something, there was no way he wouldn't.

However, Luo Youran's deliberate attempt to keep her distance irked Xi Muchen, narrowing his eyes in displeasure.

At that moment, the man from the photo appeared. Luo Youran's focus shifted entirely to him. She had never seen him before, but she knew he wasn't related to Xi Muchen. During her investigation to steal the Blood Bracelet, she had learned that Xi Muchen was the illegitimate son of Xi Zhentian, not accepted by the Xi family. The current head was Xi Muchen's uncle, Xi Zhenfei, and there were no other direct relatives.

Although she didn't understand why Xi Muchen went to such lengths to have her assassinate him, Luo Youran didn't care. Her task was clear: kill the man and retrieve the Blood Bracelet from Xi Muchen.

With her target locked, Luo Youran focused entirely on the man. As he entered with a female companion, the two were very close, and his hands roamed inappropriately over her.

Luo Youran picked up a glass of wine, using the reflection of the lights to discreetly observe his every move while looking for an opportunity to strike up a conversation. Solving the problem quietly at the party wasn't an option. The plan now was for Luo Youran to get close to him and find the right moment to act. Since becoming a mercenary, Luo Youran had successfully completed countless missions, and her observational skills were always exceptional.

​