Rebirth: What to do if you fall into a wolf's den

Under the soft light of the study, Wilson and Rong Xiao's cooperation negotiations came to a successful conclusion. The air was filled with a sense of relaxation and anticipation after reaching a consensus.

Wilson, with a satisfied smile on his face, stood up and walked to the window. His eyes looked through the glass, as if he was looking at the blueprint for future cooperation.

"Mr. Rong, today's discussion has been very pleasant, and I believe our cooperation will be very successful. Why not stay and have dinner together?" Wilson turned around and extended his hand sincerely to Rong Xiao.

Rong Xiao also stood up and gently held Wilson's hand, with confidence shining in his eyes: "Similarly, Mr. Wilson, I am looking forward to the glory we will create together. However, tonight..."

He paused for a moment, and said with a hint of apology, "I'm afraid I can't stay for dinner. I have some urgent matters that I need to attend to personally."

Wilson heard this, although a flash of disappointment flashed through his heart, but he immediately restored his signature gentlemanly demeanor: "I completely understand, Mr. Rong. Work always comes first. Then, let us look forward to our next gathering, I believe it will not be too far away."

Rong Xiao smiled and nodded: "Of course, Mr. Wilson, I will definitely stay next time and enjoy your hospitality."

Wilson smiled and gestured to Annie beside him: "Annie, could you please help me see Mr. Rong off? It's getting late outside, I think he needs someone to guide him."

Annie readily agreed. She walked to Rong Xiao and made a gesture of invitation: "Mr. Rong, please follow me."

The two walked out of the study side by side, and the door slowly closed behind them, leaving the room in silence and Wilson's thoughtful gaze.

He looked at his daughter and Rong Xiao's backs as they walked away, and an inexplicable warmth and reverie surged in his heart: "If Annie and Rong Xiao can... that wouldn't be a bad thing."

However, this warmth and reverie were soon replaced by a sense of uneasiness. Wilson's intuition told him that everything today seemed too smooth, too smooth to be real.

What he didn't know was that all this was indeed a carefully planned conspiracy.

Rong Xiao's arrival and his seemingly unintentional refusal of the dinner invitation were just a move in this complicated chess game.

Although Anne seemed to be unaware of all this, her innocent smile happened to be the most beautiful disguise in this conspiracy.

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As the night fell and the stars twinkled, Annie walked Rong Xiao to the door of Wilson's house. They stood on the porch, and the breeze brought a slight coolness.

Anne had a faint smile on her face, her eyes sparkling with curiosity and anticipation.

Rong Xiao turned around, his eyes fell gently on Annie, and he said softly: "Annie, you did a great job today, very decent and thoughtful."

Annie felt an inexplicable joy when she heard this. She didn't expect that her small action would be recognized by Rong Xiao.

She lowered her head slightly, smiled shyly, and thought to herself: "It turns out that I can still do something useful." This affirmation was like a ray of warm sunshine to her, illuminating a corner of her heart.

After all, when she was Zhao Jiayu in the capital, she was always the one who was not taken seriously, which made her more determined to do a good job for her husband.

"Then... Mr. Rong, is there anything else I need to do next?" Anne mustered up her courage and asked softly. She was eager to contribute more to this cooperation, even if it was just a tiny part.

Rong Xiao smiled slightly, and there seemed to be some deep meaning in that smile. He shook his head and said gently, "Not for the time being, Annie. But please rest assured, if there is anything I need you for later, I will definitely contact you. You just need to keep the communication open and wait patiently."

After hearing what Rong Xiao said, Annie felt a little disappointed, but more of it was relief and peace of mind.

She nodded obediently, with trust and determination in her eyes: "Okay, Mr. Rong, I will. Please feel free to contact me if you need anything."

Annie knew that this was not the place to discuss the details, so she took a step back and made way for Rong Xiao to leave.

"Then, Mr. Rong, I'll go in first. I wish you a safe journey." Anne's voice was full of sincerity and blessings.

Rong Xiao nodded slightly, gave Annie a look of gratitude, then turned and walked towards the car parked not far away.

He opened the car door, turned back to greet Anne again, then drove away from the Wilsons' house and disappeared into the night.

Annie stood there, watching Rong Xiao leave, with a complex emotion welling up in her heart.

She was happy to be recognized by Rong Xiao, but also felt a little regretful for not being able to learn more about this cooperation.

As the night deepened, Anne turned and walked into the house, her heart full of anticipation and longing for the future.

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The night was as dark as ink. After leaving Wilson's house, Rong Xiao drove a black car through the neon lights of the city. The speed was steady and fast, just like the rhythm in his heart, calm yet full of urgency.

Soon, he arrived at the high-end apartment where he was temporarily staying, a quiet place hidden behind the bustle.

Entering the apartment, Rong Xiao closed the door with ease, hung his coat on the hanger, and then walked into the open kitchen.

He simply searched the refrigerator for a few ingredients and quickly made a simple meal.

At the dining table, he was chewing his food while thinking about the next move, with a sharp gleam in his eyes that should not be underestimated.

After the meal, Rong Xiao stood up and walked straight to the study. In the study, a soft desk lamp illuminated the entire space. He pressed a high-tech communication device on the desk, and the screen lit up instantly, starting the video connection.

A few seconds later, a face with clear contours and deep eyes appeared on the other side of the screen. It was a handsome man with a stern expression, revealing an aura of majesty without even being angry.

Upon seeing this, Rong Xiao immediately put down what he was doing and respectfully called out, "Sir."

On the other side of the screen, the man's voice came through the speaker, deep and powerful: "Rong Xiao, how is the cooperation with the Wilson family going?"

Rong Xiao quickly gathered his thoughts and replied, "Everything is going well, sir. Mr. Wilson is very interested in our proposal and expressed his willingness to fully support it. We can start preparing for the next step."

Hearing this reply, the man on the screen nodded slightly, with a satisfied smile on his face: "Very good, in that case, let's wait for the first batch of goods to arrive in a few days and immediately act according to the plan. This time, we must make sure that nothing goes wrong."

Rong Xiao heard this, and a hint of excitement flashed in his eyes: "Yes, sir. Now with the help of the Wilson family, our plan will be promoted more quickly in Europe. I believe that soon, we will be able to achieve our set goals."

The man on the other side of the screen nodded slightly, as if acknowledging Rong Xiao's confidence and determination.

Afterwards, he gave a few more instructions on the details of the follow-up arrangements, and the two exchanged views to ensure that each link was closely linked without leaving any loopholes.

The conversation was gradually coming to an end, and the man finally said: "Rong Xiao, remember, the success of this operation is not only related to our interests, but also to the success or failure of the entire plan. You have a heavy responsibility on your shoulders, so you must act carefully."

Rong Xiao nodded solemnly: "I understand, sir. Don't worry, I will do my best to ensure everything goes well."

After that, the two exchanged a few words briefly, and then turned off their video devices. The study room returned to silence again, with only the occasional sound of wind passing by the window, as if telling the secrets of the night.

Rong Xiao stood by the window, gazing at the dim lights in the distance, his heart full of expectations and determination for the future.

He knew that this was just the beginning and the real challenge was still ahead, but he was ready for what was to come.