Take Me Away, My Love - Chapter 24 - Becoming the Qingmu Leader
“Now we will re-elect the leader of Qingmu. Whoever you support, cast your vote for them.”
Recently, the leader of Qingmu died under mysterious circumstances. While the cause is being investigated, Ling Kong’s Qingmu Gang cannot go a day without a leader.
Thus, while investigating the matter, everyone is also actively electing a new leader.
First, the brothers within Qingmu Gang vote to elect, and then the results are submitted to the chief for his final decision.
Whether the elected person can become the leader still depends on the chief’s decision.
Like everyone else, Li Minchun anxiously wondered who would be elected as the leader next.
Could that person be her?
She thought to herself that she had performed quite well recently and held considerable influence within the gang. If she were indeed elected this time, she might even have the chance to meet the chief.
Just the thought of meeting the chief made Li Minchun’s heart race with excitement.
Her next step would be to find an opportunity to get close to him and then assassinate him to successfully complete her mission.
“Beep beep!”
At this moment, the organization’s signal came through.
Finding a secluded spot, Li Minchun hurriedly opened her signal receiver. Instantly, the face of Madam Li appeared on the wall before her: “Li Minchun, how is the task going?”
“We are now electing Qingmu’s leader. If I am elected, perhaps I can get close to the chief,” Li Minchun responded honestly.
“This time, make sure to do it well, as it concerns your own happiness. I shouldn’t need to say more. I trust you won’t disappoint me.”
With that, Madam Li’s image quickly vanished from view. The room instantly returned to its original calm.
Li Minchun composed herself before turning to leave the room. As she stepped out, she overheard others whispering.
“I heard the chief is here today, just upstairs. I wonder if it’s true,” one person said softly to a companion. Even so, Li Minchun caught the key information clearly.
Thinking that the chief might be upstairs, Li Minchun sharpened her focus.
She continued to eavesdrop: “I don’t know. I just saw a group of people go upstairs. Not sure if the chief is among them.”
While Li Minchun was in the room, they supposedly caught sight of the chief.
“I’ve never met him either, just heard from those around me.”
…
Frustratingly, it seemed they were just spreading rumors.
However, Li Minchun was more inclined to believe this rumor. Perhaps it was indeed true that the chief had come personally to oversee the selection of the Qingmu Leader.
Li Minchun’s assumption was close to reality, as Ling Kong’s chief was currently discussing the candidate for Qingmu Leader with a group of leaders.
Someone had already submitted Li Minchun’s file. However, the file was completely new, using the name Su Xin and even a disguised photo. Even those who once knew Li Minchun wouldn’t be able to connect her with the resume under Su Xin’s name.
The chief furrowed his brow tightly. The position of Qingmu Leader was of great importance, and entrusting it to just anyone was concerning. Although Su Xin was elected by the masses and had performed exceptionally well since joining Ling Kong.
The chief’s cautious nature left him feeling uneasy about Su Xin despite widespread acclaim.
“Perhaps the chief should meet her personally to see if she is truly capable,” someone suggested.
The chief nodded, “Bring her up. I want to see what kind of person possesses such charisma to earn such respect and admiration from the brothers in Qingmu Gang.”
Following the order, Li Minchun, standing in the hall, quickly received the summon: “The chief requests your presence upstairs!”
Though the statement was spoken softly, it reached Li Minchun’s ears clearly.
In an instant, she felt a wave of nervousness. After being in Ling Kong for so long, she was finally going to see the chief’s true face. At that moment, even her well-trained heart began to feel a bit anxious and excited.
If she could find an opportunity to kill him, she could finally live a carefree life with Jian Yiqing and Jian Qingtian.
She had been apart from them for so long, unsure of how they were faring. Due to her own identity, she couldn’t reveal anything about herself to them.
It was all for their safety.
Li Minchun thought to herself: Husband, darling, don’t worry. I will complete the task soon, and then we will exchange Ling Kong chief’s head for our happy life together.
As she thought, a slight smile involuntarily appeared on Li Minchun’s face, and she nodded to the person who came and said, “Please lead the way.”
“Alright!”
Following the person, Li Minchun walked step by step forward.
Soon, she was upstairs.
Strangely, the closer she got to the door, the faster her heartbeat became. Her whole body felt beyond her control, becoming unusually tense.
Even during her first mission, she hadn’t felt as nervous and timid as she did now. Could it be that fear was making her this way?
Li Minchun pondered, perhaps it was because she was finally on the verge of achieving what she had yearned for over the years, and finally, a hint of emotion was welling up inside her.
After being suppressed for so long, her feelings were finally released at this moment.
When happiness is out of reach, it is the saddest time for a person. When you have hope and can see the light of victory, that is when you feel all your previous efforts have been very worthwhile.
“Come in!”
A deep, steady male voice came from inside.
Li Minchun took a deep breath, trying to calm her strange emotions, and finally stepped forward, entering the room.
Ignoring the other scenery, her eyes were fixed on the back of the person in front of her, dressed in a black Zhongshan suit.
Even by just seeing the back, Li Minchun could clearly sense the powerful aura emanating from him.
The back seemed strangely familiar.
Without much time to think, Li Minchun stepped forward, dropped to one knee, placed a fist on her left chest, and said, “Su Xin pays respects to the chief and greets the senior members.”
Her voice was resonant yet gentle, truly befitting her beautiful name.
Upon hearing her voice, the figure in front of her slightly trembled, then spun around quickly.
It was clear that his face showed both trepidation and hope. However, when his eyes landed on Li Minchun’s face, the hope in them seemed to vanish in an instant. His expression returned to its usual icy, emotionless state.
In contrast, Li Minchun’s eyes widened with recognition.
She knew this face all too well.
Countless times in her dreams, she had vividly outlined this person’s features. Even though it had been over a year since they last met, Li Minchun was intimately familiar with his every move and even his slightest glance.
This man, who had been the object of her deepest thoughts, now stood before her. The most surprising part was that he, Jian Yiqing, was actually the legendary and elusive Ling Kong chief.
Even more shocking was the fact that to be with Jian Yiqing, Li Minchun’s mission was to kill Ling Kong chief, who turned out to be Jian Yiqing himself.
God, the universe was playing a colossal joke on Li Minchun.
She had never imagined a situation like this could happen; never in her wildest dreams did she think she would face such a blunder.
Just a moment ago, she was contemplating how to eliminate the Ling Kong chief to secure a peaceful life with Jian Yiqing.
Yet in the blink of an eye, all her plans had turned to dust.
Could she really bring herself to kill Jian Yiqing? That was absolutely out of the question.
“Su Xin, Su Xin…”
People around her gently reminded her, calling Li Minchun’s name.
This finally brought Li Minchun back to reality from her daze.
Having undergone training, Li Minchun’s expression quickly returned to normal, and she said, “Chief.”
Jian Yiqing found it strange as well. This woman before him had an unfamiliar face, yet he felt an inexplicable sense of déjà vu upon seeing her.
Moreover, her eyes seemed so familiar, and she exuded a unique aura. She reminded him of someone, but he couldn’t quite place who.
“Do you know me?” Jian Yiqing asked. Although his voice remained as cold as before, his tone had softened significantly.
Li Minchun shook her head slightly and said, “I’ve only heard of the chief before, but I’ve never actually met you. I apologize for my temporary lapse; please forgive me, Chief.”
Her voice was still as pleasant as ever, and Jian Yiqing’s brow remained furrowed.
“Stand up,” Jian Yiqing said, observing Li Minchun.
From her demeanor, it was clear this woman had some ability. Moreover, given the strangely familiar feeling she exuded, Jian Yiqing had already decided to promote her to leader of Qingmu.
“Su Xin, from now on, you will be the leader of Qingmu. Do you have confidence in yourself?”
Today, Jian Yiqing found himself acting unusually. He found himself speaking so fluidly, saying things he wouldn’t normally say, much to his own surprise.
What was even more surprising was the sense of déjà vu he felt upon seeing the woman before him. There was something about her that drew him in, making him want to be closer.
For a moment, Jian Yiqing overlapped her image with the memory of Li Minchun.
Indeed, the woman’s voice and physique were exactly like Li Minchun’s.
Li Minchun’s sudden disappearance and her current absence had nearly driven Jian Yiqing to madness. He couldn’t understand what had happened, and he was desperate to know where Li Minchun was and what had transpired.
Unfortunately, even now, he had no answers.
She seemed to have vanished into thin air, as if she were merely vapor evaporating into the atmosphere. It was as if she had never been part of this world, disappearing so mysteriously.
If it weren’t for the presence of Jian Qingtian, Jian Yiqing might have doubted whether Li Minchun had ever existed at all.
“Thank you, Chief!”
Li Minchun respectfully bowed to accept the appointment.
Within the organization, especially in the underworld, where legal constraints were absent, people placed a high value on loyalty and righteousness. Many with a chivalrous spirit approached matters with utmost seriousness.
Just like Li Minchun now.
Jian Yiqing nodded, and those around him showed their approval as well.
In their eyes, Li Minchun was exceptionally outstanding. Having her as the leader of Qingmu seemed to be the natural choice that everyone supported.
