I Go to the High Seas for Fishing But Get Hunted by an Aircraft Carrier

"Are you saying that by pretending to release me and allow me to return to our organization, you're making everyone there doubt my identity?"

"No, that's not what I mean. Whether they suspect you or not, that's beyond my control. Besides, that's your organization's issue; it doesn't really concern me, does it?"

"Wow, I didn't expect you to scheme against me. By sending me back now, you're basically throwing me into a grave pit."

"Is it really that serious? Besides, aren't you a very important figure in your organization? If that's the case, maybe they'll consider you valuable and decide to keep you."

"Bullshit, let me tell you, if I ever go back like this, there's no way I'll just get off scot-free. They will soon send me abroad, and once there, what they will do to me is unpredictable, no matter what I have done in the past or how capable I am now."

"Well, I'm not sure about that. Anyway, I've now opened the doors for you. You can leave anytime you want, but if you choose to stay here, you must follow my instructions."

"What do you mean? Why should I follow your instructions?"

"Because you came to me on your own accord, it's nothing to do with me. And although I intended to let you go, you're choosing not to leave for now, so what do you expect me to do?"

"If you put it that way, there really is no meaning to this. And I'm telling you, I will not follow your demands. I'm only here to take temporary shelter, and once I settle my matters, I'll go back anyway."

"Heh, you're really naive. Do you think I'll let you go back easily? Furthermore, even if I let you go back, I will tarnish your reputation and ensure the other side knows all the help and strategies you've provided us."

"Despicable and shameless, I didn't expect you to be such a petty person."

"There's nothing I can do. You forced my hand. So now, you have two choices: leave swiftly and sever ties with me forever, or stay here and dedicate yourself to following me."

"Follow you? What do you mean? Are you expecting me to work for you? Are you dreaming?"

"Whether I'm dreaming or not, maybe only I know, or perhaps you know even better. But I'm telling you, this is the only way for you to survive, while also maintaining a good quality of life. I think you should really consider it. Right now, you don't have to decide immediately, I'll give you two hours to respond to me. If not, I'll leave this place right away and you will never find me again."

"Heh, telling someone in charge of covert operations that you'll disappear so I won't be able to find you, do you really think that's possible?"

"Yes, given my capabilities, maybe it's not possible, but then, I will seek help from other members. Don't forget who subdued you this time. If they could pay for your services now, they can certainly do it a second or even a third time in the future, and then, how things proceed will be out of my hands."

Ye Chen's words were deeply stinging, and each utterance was heartfelt, he totally understood everything.

Subsequently, Ye Chen turned his head away, ignoring him.

"Explain yourself, are you threatening me now?"

"Talk to me."

Here, he was as immovable as Mount Tai, paying no attention to him, almost feeling as if there was just air beside him.

The more he asked, Ye Chen simply stood up and then walked toward the door.

"Where are you going?"

"I don't want to listen to you here. If you really want to continue like this, then I won't even give you an hour. I'm leaving right now, and I'll take it as you choosing the other path."

"Fine, fine, I'll stop. Is that okay?"

Unexpectedly, Ye Chen really intimidated Anying with this, who instantly shut up.

After Anying stopped talking, Ye Chen then returned, still hoping this woman could work for him in the future, almost like a right-hand man, ensuring all tasks would proceed smoothly.

The following hour was excruciatingly quiet, so quiet that they could hear a pin drop.

"Maybe, I can help you with some tasks, but I can't directly obey you. I have my own thoughts and understanding, so strictly speaking, you aren't my boss. I could consider helping you as a friend. Would that be acceptable?"

"No, there are no terms to negotiate. Either you leave this place or you agree to be mine, as my subordinate."

"You really have to force me to this, don't you?"

"I'm not forcing you. I've made myself very clear. You can leave now, the door is right over there. From today onwards, we won't be in contact again."

"Alright, Ye Chen, this is your word."

"Yes, it is what I said. You are free to choose."

At that moment, Anying suddenly stood up, then glared angrily at Ye Chen.

Truthfully, deep inside, Ye Chen was also somewhat baffled, genuinely worried that this woman, under duress, might just walk out from here, which would then really complicate matters.

He didn't want to lose such a valuable talent, so he was pressing her relentlessly, hoping to coerce everything out of her.

So, when he stood up, he was also somewhat anxious, wondering if she really would risk her life to return, and also, she wouldn't stay by his side anymore?