Super Soldier in the City-Chapter 1453 - 1502: Brother Hu’s Version of Infernal Affairs

Thinking of this, Brother Hu hurriedly pledged his loyalty: "Boss, I truly submit to you wholeheartedly. I won’t betray you. As long as you don’t despise me in this lifetime, I’m willing to be your follower. Expanding territory won’t be a problem. Just don’t kick me out of the Li family."

"Alright, let me make it clear to you." Li Yifei pulled the car over to the roadside, leaned against it, and said to Brother Hu, who quickly nodded and said, "Boss, you speak, I’ll listen. Tell me what to do, and I’ll do it."

"The fact that person dares to use the Li family’s name is proof of Li family’s significant influence now. Especially since the Sun Family, Lin Family, and Song Family have been defeated by the Li family or are about to be defeated. So, what about the other families? Will they really submit to the Li family? That’s impossible. The Li family won’t do so either. It’s wise to leave room for others, so you can meet again in the future. Therefore, as long as they don’t provoke us, the Li family won’t act against other families."

Brother Hu nodded repeatedly, saying, "That makes sense, but what does that have to do with what I’m doing?"

Li Yifei smiled slightly and said, "But it doesn’t mean they won’t guard against the Li family. Or that they will submit in the future. In fact, I suspect these families will show more small actions and even unite to deal with the Li family, because a monopoly is bad business for everyone else."

Brother Hu nodded vigorously, wiping away the sweat from his forehead.

Li Yifei continued, "So, you can step up now, claiming you were forced out of Mile City by the Li family and came to the provincial capital to develop because you dislike the Li family’s style, especially me, Li Yifei. You want to oppose me, unafraid of the Li family."

Sweat suddenly broke out on Brother Hu’s forehead, and a chill ran through his heart. He still didn’t fully grasp Li Yifei’s meaning and wanted to quickly show his loyalty, but Li Yifei pressed down with his hand, signaling him not to speak, and continued explaining: "Everyone fears the Li family but they are not truly convinced. Outright opposition is impossible, but there will be plenty of covert moves. At this moment, if someone comes out to stand against the Li family, what do you think these people will be?"

"They’d be thrilled. If it were me, I’d even offer money and personnel to support this defiance, provided it guarantees my safety," Brother Hu gradually closed his mouth and whispered.

Li Yifei squinted slightly, looked at the street lamps outside the car, and said softly, "If it were me, I’d do the same. That’s why I’m instructing you to do so."

Brother Hu took a deep breath, felt his heart surge, and after a long while, clapped his hands with exaggerated expression and said, "Boss, this plan is brilliant...absolutely brilliant. If I make this move, families and factions are bound to invest in me, likely providing a significant sum, and since I’m opposing you, boss, those supporting me will likely relinquish territories. Then I could control several territories and different power groups..."

The more Brother Hu thought, the more excited he got, almost shouting. Li Yifei’s method was like a beacon in the dark. For a long time, he had been troubled by the complex powers of the provincial capital. He wanted to expand territory, to prove his ability, but often it was: this can’t be touched, that can’t be touched. With Li Yifei strictly forbidding involvement in gambling, drugs, or prostitution, Brother Hu felt even more restricted.

"Moreover, your reputation by then will be even greater, much more than in Mile City. But you must choose carefully and be more cautious; otherwise, revealing your plan will force you to abandon the provincial capital and return to Mile City with your tail between your legs, and this dark line will have to be discarded," Li Yifei pointed out the precautions after explaining the benefits.

Brother Hu quickly withdrew his grin, saying seriously, "Boss, I understand. I’ve been through ups and downs for years, knowing the weight of matters. If you want me to do this, I’ll be well-prepared, growing gradually step by step. By the time you step into the provincial capital, boss, I’ll respond promptly, raising the flag, potentially scaring those families to death."

Li Yifei said, "Go back, think carefully, make a plan. Since you want to step out and challenge the Li family, your house must cooperate with you, or you’ll just be singing a solo and it won’t be so grand."

Brother Hu continually nodded, unable to hide his delight despite trying to suppress it, and after listening to Li Yifei, Brother Hu quickly said, "Boss, I promise not to do anything harmful to the Li family in my lifetime."

Li Yifei patted Brother Hu on the shoulder, saying, "It’s more effective to keep these words in your heart than to say them out loud. I trust my judgment in people, so work hard, a bright future awaits you."

Those words stirred Brother Hu deeply, making him feel that his initial step was definitely the right choice. He even imagined himself commanding the winds and rains in the provincial capital, commanding the people of those families at will.

Li Yifei restarted the car but didn’t go far, directly finding a hotpot store. He ordered two bowls of wonton, each having one. Brother Hu had little appetite, not because the food wasn’t tasty, but because his mind was full of Li Yifei’s proposed plan, occasionally shoving the wonton up his nose without even realizing it.

Li Yifei didn’t laugh at him. After finishing his bowl and paying, he stood up and said, "Take your time eating; I’ve got things to do, so I’ll leave first." 𝒇𝙧𝙚𝓮𝔀𝓮𝒃𝙣𝓸𝒗𝒆𝒍.𝙘𝒐𝒎

Brother Hu finally reacted and hurriedly put down his chopsticks. He chased after him, saying, "Boss, where are you going? Let me arrange a place for you to stay, and also, I heard you are going to Japan. Should I get the plane ticket ready for you?"

"No need. Just manage your own affairs. Once the plan is crafted, send it back home, and the family will coordinate with you. Next, it’s up to you to show how well you perform."

"I won’t let you down!" Brother Hu saluted Li Yifei, leaving the wonton store owner dumbfounded, thinking these two might actually be some sort of military officers.

Li Yifei drove to the hospital where the two Japan Ninjas were still confined. Li Yifei was pondering whether to take them back to Japan or leave them in the country.

During his conversation with Yanagio Inujiro, the latter didn’t care about the lives of the two ninjas at all.

This was worth pondering; the other party didn’t mention them, perhaps because they didn’t care about these defective products or didn’t want Li Yifei to use them as bargaining chips, so they pretended not to care.

Li Yifei arrived at the hospital and went up the stairs. The police stationed there were from Mile City and knew Li Yifei. They hurried over upon seeing him and briefly explained the two ninjas’ conditions. They had surface injuries, although Li Yifei had suppressed their True Qi, their bodies were recuperating quickly.

To prevent them from escaping, the police had added heavy shackles, binding both their hands and feet.

Li Yifei first visited the Stocky Ninja. This person had been scared out of his wits by Li Yifei and looked terrified upon seeing him again.

Li Yifei didn’t beat around the bush and directly said, "I’m about to go to Japan to have a showdown with Yanagio Inujiro."

The Stocky Ninja’s eyes widened instantly, his facial fat shivering. He replied, "Why are you telling me this?"

"Your master didn’t say to let me bring you two back." Li Yifei said softly, glancing at the Stocky Ninja, who indeed showed a moment of panic. Li Yifei continued, "So, I want to ask you, what’s your stance."

"I..." The Stocky Ninja hesitated for a moment. He knew Yanagio Inujiro didn’t care about the two of them and that their deaths wouldn’t matter. He quickly envisioned his own fate, understood the purpose of Li Yifei’s visit, and fear instantly enveloped him.

Li Yifei walked to the bedside, looking down at the Stocky Ninja, and said, "You don’t want to die, do you?"

The Stocky Ninja shook his head immediately, saying, "Of course not, please don’t kill me. I—I don’t want to die."

"Actually, surviving isn’t that hard."

"Please, tell me—I...I will comply." The Stocky Ninja gritted his teeth, realizing Li Yifei’s intention, but had no other choice.

Li Yifei nodded in satisfaction and said, "As I said, I’m going to duel with Yanagio Inujiro in a fight to the death. So, anything you know, you can tell me. In exchange, you’ll stay alive."

Upon hearing this, the Stocky Ninja showed a hint of struggle in his eyes, but quickly said, "Fine, I’ll tell you everything I know. But I don’t know much; I wasn’t with Yanagio Inujiro for long, and usually didn’t dare to pry into his affairs."

Li Yifei said, "That’s alright, just tell me whatever you know. I won’t blame you."

The Stocky Ninja hesitated no more. He didn’t even need Li Yifei’s assurance not to kill him because it was unnecessary—there was no third person to know anyway.

He told everything he knew to Li Yifei, and Li Yifei carefully noted it down. Knowing one’s enemy is crucial to overcoming them. Today, not even Murong Yuanqing knew much about Yanagio Inujiro—less than what the Stocky Ninja revealed.

Li Yifei learned things he hadn’t known before; now, his impression of Yanagio Inujiro degraded further. Not to mention, the old scoundrel used numerous cruel methods on innocent people in his pursuit of mastery. Even though they were just ordinary Japanese, Li Yifei found it brutal.

The Stocky Ninja shared stories that were useful to Li Yifei, giving him a straightforward impression of Yanagio Inujiro—an extremely selfish and egotistical person, who even believes in Laozi’s saying: ’The Heavenly Path is unkind, treating everything as straw dogs.’

Those deceased test subjects were never a concern to Yanagio Inujiro.

Li Yifei had gained an initial understanding and then went to see the tall skinny ninja, Inumaru. The information obtained was pretty much the same; both ninjas confessed after learning about Yanagio Inujiro’s indifference.