Zhang Shicun spoke with a puzzled look towards Xu Fan.

"Hmm, it should be a group of children being held."

Xu Fan nodded, confirming this.

At this height, it's very likely to be children.

The reason for capturing these children is clearly due to encountering the Thorn Squad, which caused these kids to become agitated.

To stabilize them, this group took action.

After calming the children, they waited for the one chasing Thorn Squad to return. The leader of the group started smoking on the spot.

Afterwards, they should clean up all traces and leave the scene.

This should be the general storyline of the incident. Zhang Shicun agreed with a nod after listening to Xu Fan.

There are many jade mines in Myanmar, which require a lot of labor to mine.

Indeed, many heartless mine owners capture poor children to mine jade for them.

Selling children from Huaxia to Myanmar, this kind of thing happens frequently.

But Zhang Shicun still couldn't understand.

No one in the Thorn Squad is a coward, how could they fall into the hands of human traffickers?

Only one person was dispatched?

Too strange, with such strength, why be a human trafficker?

"Don't worry, I have a rough answer. Leave the next steps to me."

Seeing Zhang Shicun's confusion, Xu Fan smiled and explained.

Generally, human traffickers only rely on their weapons to show off, how could they have the ability to fight Special Forces Soldiers?

But some people are different.

Thinking of Gong Wei mentioning Azan Mu of the Heavenly Witch Sect, Xu Fan squinted his eyes.

Although it was mostly his reasoning, it seemed that this person was highly likely behind it.

As for the real situation, more investigation into the Cheng Family is needed to find out.

The Cheng Family has extensive background in Diannan, relying solely on inference to topple them is unrealistic.

Things must be thoroughly investigated.

"Xu Fan, what answer?"

Hearing Xu Fan had an answer, Zhang Shicun couldn't contain his excitement.

He couldn't wait another second, his longing and worry made him eager to see his fiancée.

"Alright, don't ask too much."

"You've been holding up for days, it's time to rest more."

"Trust me as a brother, I'll handle everything for you."

Xu Fan patted Zhang Shicun's shoulder, speaking seriously.

The reason for keeping him in suspense was out of helplessness.

Xu Fan couldn't bear to let him hear more bad news...

Knowing Azan Mu is of the Heavenly Witch Sect, he kidnapped these children for Gu testing and Corpse Refinement.

Now that Thorn Squad is in his hands, they probably won't escape this fate.

How could Zhang Shicun, who had just rekindled hope, accept such an outcome?

But it's not absolute, Gu Refinement and Corpse Refinement need preparation time.

Although time is limited, there is still some hope.

If he can catch Azan Mu within the time limit, maybe the Thorn Squad can be rescued.

"Alright, brother, everything depends on you."

"If you can rescue her, I..."

Having reached his limit these days, Xu Fan's words deeply moved Zhang Shicun.

He didn't know how to repay Xu Fan, perhaps only his life could be enough.

Looking at Xu Fan gratefully, before he could finish, Xu Fan cut him off.

"Stop with the useless talk, remember to invite me for drinks when you marry."

As brothers, there's no need for much talk. Xu Fan had already decided to help when Zhang Shicun invited him for drinks.

"Alright, let's get in the car."

Not talking anymore, having all the answers they needed, Xu Fan greeted and got into the car with Zhang Shicun.

Immediately, the Jeep started its engine, and the group headed back.

Bumping along the way, they quickly returned to Diannan city.

Zhang Shicun's group dropped Xu Fan at the hotel entrance before leaving.

It was almost midnight when Xu Fan took the elevator, and at the room door, he saw Feng Huang waiting.

"Don't you know you need more rest now?"

This woman was clearly waiting for him.

Just recovered, she needed rest, how could she waste her body like this?

Xu Fan looked serious and blamed her.

Though harsh, the concern in his words warmed Feng Huang's heart.

"When you're stern, you're quite handsome."

"Such concern would make others jealous."

"..."

Just recovered, still joking with him, Feng Huang was the only one.

Fairy, thought Xu Fan, and said, "Alright, let's go inside to talk."

Understanding his current state, Feng Huang nodded and followed Xu Fan into the room.

"Alright, don't look at me like that, I'm much better."

Seeing Xu Fan's caring gaze, Feng Huang felt joyful.

If he kept spoiling her like this, she wouldn't leave him.

He had removed her Gu and provided many supplements, she wasn't a delicate lady, how could she still be weak?

"I waited to thank you most importantly."

Actually, gratitude was an excuse.

He came back late, not only Feng Huang but also Xia Xiaodie and Gongsun Qin were worried.

Afraid to disturb him, they didn't contact him.

Xia Xiaodie and Gongsun Qin had already rested, leaving Feng Huang waiting.

"Did they ask you to do something troublesome?"

Knowing well they wouldn't call Xu Fan just for a meal.

They must have needed something from him.

Worried he encountered trouble, Feng Huang asked.

"Indeed, it's troublesome, but I need to handle it."

Xu Fan touched his chin and replied to Feng Huang.

This matter involved not only Zhang Shicun and the military but also Feng Huang.

Even the Heavenly Witch Sect, which his adoptive mother had once reminded him of.

Seeing Feng Huang's curious eyes, Xu Fan smiled and explained.

"It involves something related to your matter as well..."

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