Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2450 - 2386: Still a Bully or Not

Indeed, to keep advancing in his career, he'll surely have to deal with political entanglements.

Meng Xinian's sharp mind puts Chiang Xiao at ease; she's simply concerned that the pressures might drain him mentally and emotionally, leaving him joyless and worn out. Thus, for now, she's okay with whatever Meng Xinian discusses.

"Little one, if I must head to Ke Ku Li, why not request some leave and remain by the Chief Alliance Officer's side?" Meng Xinian proposed out of the blue.

Chiang Xiao froze in surprise.

What reason could there be for her to request time off and reside at Li Hanzhong's home without cause?

Staying there would feel so confining, right?

With constant people nearby, she wouldn't adjust well at all.

Meng Xinian knows this full well, but he suggested it anyway. Is his concern for Hu Xiangyong truly that deep?

"No need for me to go; I'll remain right here," Chiang Xiao replied. "Brother Xinian, do you trust me? I sense that after I thoroughly study the Talisman Diagram from the Ancient Tome, I'll uncover something to shield me or neutralize Hu Xiangyong, so there's no cause for concern."

"But the Talisman Diagram still demands the Magic Brush, doesn't it?"

"Should I halt all my abilities just to defend against him?" Chiang Xiao propped herself up. "Aren't we acting too defensively? We're forever trailing behind, dreading every strike—why? He's got eerie powers, but mine are mystical, so what grounds do we have to dread him?"

"I'm just concerned that if I'm truly off in a distant land, any trouble arising would leave me unaware and unable to rush back promptly..." Meng Xinian explained. "It would gnaw at me endlessly."

Chiang Xiao rested against his shoulder, giving it a gentle pat. "Don't fret; I believe they're not as formidable as they appear! Consider Hu Xiangyong—his firearm could be altered, perhaps? His gaze might harbor some eerie implant? Even with his might, as long as I slip into the Space out of his sight, he won't easily pinpoint my whereabouts."

Probably, it's because they're accustomed to their own robust support and encircled by far feebler everyday people. When someone surpasses normal limits, it rattles them.

In truth, it's hardly as terrifying as it seems.

For some reason, the moment Chiang Xiao grasped this, her ingrained terror of Hu Xiangyong dissolved completely.

Her assurance surged forth once more.

Meng Xinian fretted excessively over her safety, and given that his present role ties him to these peculiar groups, he links them to Chiang Xiao's Space and Magic Brush, sparking his unease.

Yet now, witnessing the vibrant spark in Chiang Xiao's eyes, relief washed over him.

Yes, that's right.

That evening in Country Y, his lack of caution stemmed from never expecting foes with such bizarre marksmanship, leading to that ill-fated shot.

But with awareness of forces beyond his grasp, if he stays alert and prudent, he could hold his own against Hu Xiangyong.

A soft laugh escaped him as he tweaked Chiang Xiao's cheek.

"Fine, let's both hold onto our boldness."

"Precisely—true powerhouses don't fret over every little thing or shrink back excessively. Aren't you the same Tyrant Meng I've always known?"

"Since when have I claimed to be a tyrant?"

"No admission required; in my eyes, you are one, and that settles it."

"Then witness my tyrannical ways..." Meng Xinian murmured while rolling atop her, trapping her beneath him.

Moments later, Chiang Xiao slipped free from his hold, gasping for air, when an idea abruptly struck her.