Chapter 3 The Woman in the Photograph

In fact, there isn't much to do as a bodyguard

The photo depicts a man in military uniform, performing a standard salute under the setting sun, his young yet weathered face bearing a hint of determination

No way, I still don't believe I can't persuade this guy!

He is the King of Soldiers

Lin Xueyao was instantly speechless; could this guy be any more shameless

Moreover, even if Chen Bufan is truly just a low-ranking soldier, his years of service in the army have equipped him with skills that are certainly not comparable to those of an ordinary person

Chen Bufan was momentarily taken aback, and the smile on his face instantly faded. He instinctively glanced over, secretly chiding himself for being so careless as to forget to put away the photograph

"Xue Yao, I know I am handsome, but you don't have to look at me like that," Chen Bufan said with a smile as he walked over holding two cups of water and handed one to Lin Xue Yao

Chen Bufan drove Lin Xueyao back to his old apartment complex, which he rented for 500 yuan a month, parked the car downstairs, and returned to his room together with Lin Xueyao

Then you must be quite impressive

Looking at the self-absorbed Chen Bufan, Lin Xueyao shook her head helplessly, her gaze falling on that photograph, and asked: "Were you a soldier before?"

The young man suddenly shouted in anger, abruptly smashing the goblet in his hand onto the ground, shattering it with a loud crash

Reticence

"Come on, Xue Yao, I was captivated by you the first time I saw you today. I fear that the troubles you carry are far from just this. If I really become your bodyguard, I might have to endure quite a bit of hardship in the future," Chen Bufan said with a look of disbelief.

After a moment of silence, Chen Bufan nodded and said, "I have spent a few years in the army"

Lin Xueyao nodded slightly, approached the bedside, and her gaze was drawn to a photograph on the cabinet

Several bodyguards did not dare to refute, nodding repeatedly, and hurriedly turned to leave

Thank you

Is that so

How could such a person possibly be just a mere soldier

In a luxurious private room, a young man dressed in expensive casual attire, wearing a Rolex watch on his wrist, sits on a soft leather sofa, holding in his arms a heavily made-up woman dressed provocatively, with only a white mini skirt on her lower body

Hehe, interesting, after all this time, it's still the first time I've encountered someone brave enough to oppose me, Wang Hao, truly interesting

Could you not be a bit more gentlemanly

Lin Xueyao thought to herself that under normal circumstances, she would not be so anxious to have Chen Bufan as her bodyguard. However, given the current urgent situation, no one knew when that group of people would appear again, and it was necessary for her to find a bodyguard to protect herself.

It's nothing, as long as you don't mind the trouble. Lin Xueyao gently shook her head

"Isn't it necessary to be a bit reserved when meeting for the first time?" Chen Bufan feigned the appearance of a pure-hearted young man and shyly said

At this moment, several bodyguards were all lowering their heads, their expressions tense, and their bodies were slightly trembling.

What is wrong with me

... ...

"Hehe, it's a small matter. I am more than delighted to have such a beautiful and magnificent lady like you here," Chen Bufan said with a smile.

Lin Xueyao curiously asked, after all, the world of soldiers is indeed too distant from ordinary people, and she was also very curious in her heart

Only because this man comes from the Royal Coast.

"That settles it." Lin Xueyao's charming face lit up with joy as she extended her right hand towards Chen Bufan

"Alright, tell me what your friend looks like, and I will send someone to investigate after I return," Lin Xueyao said, suppressing the fleeting surprise in her eyes.

Chen Bufan nodded slightly, took out the only remaining photo of Ning Wan, and handed it to Lin Xueyao

"It's just so-so, I'm just a small fry." Chen Bufan took a sip of water and chuckled lightly, shaking his head

He is a soldier

Puff

You don't need to worry about this; just know that in the entire Mediterranean, there is nothing I cannot accomplish.

Lin Xueyao shook her head, thought for a moment, and said: "How about this, I will give you double your current salary if you come and be my bodyguard, how does that sound?"

"Xue Yao, I have mentioned before that my place is quite simple, so please make do for one night," Chen Bufan said with a light laugh as he led Lin Xue Yao into the room

I did not mean that

Lin Xueyao gazed at Chen Bufan with her beautiful eyes, growing increasingly curious about him. Although Chen Bufan claimed to be just an ordinary soldier, for some reason, she always felt that his identity was not so simple.

Bodyguard

Suddenly, Lin Xueyao seemed to have thought of something and asked, "Do you have a job now"

Really? Lin Xueyao's expression brightened with joy

This is sufficient to illustrate that Chen Bufan's past experiences were indeed very arduous

Chen Bufan was instantly rendered speechless and said, "Xue Yao, why do you seem so happy that I am unemployed?"

"Please have a seat, I will get you a glass of water." As the host, Chen Bufan still felt the need to be a bit courteous.

Unemployed drifter

Lin Xueyao was slightly taken aback, as she sensed that Chen Bufan's palm was exceptionally broad, covered with calluses.

Upon opening the door, the condition of the room was laid bare before me

"Chen Bufan, didn't you just say that you have a friend who resembles me? I can help you investigate her background," Lin Xueyao said with a sudden inspiration.

What to do

Lin Xueyao glanced around. Although the environment was indeed quite ordinary and not at all comparable to the luxury villa she resided in, it was relatively clean, and she did not mind it much.

Lin Xueyao immediately felt disheartened. Given her status and background, it was well known that countless individuals would be eager to become her personal bodyguard if the word got out. Yet, this guy was so unwilling, which was truly infuriating

They are truly a bunch of useless people

You, why are you like this

Chen Bufan was momentarily speechless, but he still reached out to shake hands with Lin Xueyao

Lin Xueyao couldn't help but laugh out loud, and said irritably: "I've seen shameless people, but this is the first time I've seen someone as shameless as you"

After they left, Wang Hao's expression grew increasingly sullen. He picked up a wine glass again, poured himself a glass of red wine, took a small sip, and a hint of greedy curvature appeared at the corners of his mouth

Binhai, a high-end private club

After the rage subsided, the anger on Wang Hao's face gradually faded, replaced by a cold smile. He looked at the several bodyguards in front of him and said: "You useless bunch, hurry up and investigate that guy's background. By tomorrow morning, you must make sure to give him a good beating; otherwise, be prepared to get fired!"

Chen Bufan is a legendary figure among the special forces of Huaxia, a rarity that can be encountered only once in a century

Chen Bufan was taken aback, shaking his head repeatedly, and said: "Let's forget it. Being a bodyguard is a dangerous job, and it's troublesome. I am used to a leisurely and carefree life, and I do not like to be constrained"

This man is none other than Chen Bufan

Lin Xueyao murmured to herself, took the photo, and was instantly frozen in place, her beautiful eyes slightly widening, a trace of disbelief flashing in her gaze

What a joke, this is a matter of life and death; a gentleman is nothing compared to one's life

I would like to see who looks so much like me

The group of bodyguards turned pale with fear and hurriedly spoke with respect

Chen Bufan was slightly taken aback and asked, "How do you plan to help me?"

Before him stood several bodyguards dressed in black suits, who were precisely the same group that had been tracking Lin Xueyao and had ultimately been shaken off by Chen Bufan

What puzzled Lin Xueyao the most was that, for some unknown reason, the moment she saw this photograph, a strange sense of familiarity arose within her heart

Yes, Wang Shao!

The room is quite small, measuring only about 20 to 30 square meters, and the surrounding facilities are extremely dilapidated. However, the environment within the room is surprisingly clean, devoid of any odors, and even the cups and pillows are neatly stacked, which is completely unlike a place inhabited by a single man

He held a goblet in his palm, gently swirling it, exuding an air of nobility, yet his expression appeared somewhat gloomy

Chen Bufan did not seem to think she was boasting. After a moment of hesitation, he nodded and said, "Alright, if you can help me investigate her background, I can consider protecting you for a while"

If those who know Chen Bufan were to hear this, they would surely be so enraged that they would spit blood, thinking to themselves, "What kind of joke are you making, big brother?"

Lin Xueyao, you are mine, no one can take you away!

... ...

The heavily made-up woman, being embraced, trembled slightly; however, in the face of the young man's anger, she did not dare to make any move. Feeling the man's hand on her thigh tightening further, she also refrained from saying much.

Can you help me

Pleasant cooperation

Lin Xueyao cast a glance at Chen Bufan and said, "But just a moment ago in the car, you seemed quite reluctant. Have you changed your mind so quickly?"

"Yes, indeed, Wang Shao, that young man's driving skills are exceptional. We have pursued him with all our might, yet we were still left behind." The lead bodyguard replied with a trembling voice in response to the young man's inquiry

Young Master Wang, please do not be angry

Chen Bufan entered the military camp at the age of fourteen, passed the assessment at sixteen, and joined the Tianlong Pre-selection Team. At eighteen, he successfully became a member of the Tianlong Special Forces. In just two years, he fought bravely and shed blood, making countless contributions to uphold the dignity of Huaxia. With remarkable military achievements, he was unanimously elected as the captain of the Tianlong Special Forces at the age of twenty, becoming the youngest "Dragon King" in Huaxia in a century.

Lin Xueyao was slightly taken aback, instinctively glancing at Chen Bufan who was walking by her side. Her pretty face was filled with surprise, clearly not expecting that this man had such a layer of identity behind him

"You said that a kid who appeared out of nowhere drove away Lin Xueyao?" After a moment, the young man slowly spoke, his tone laced with a hint of anger

Because the woman in the photo bears a certain resemblance to her

What does it mean, am I not handsome

Chen Bufan glanced at the mirror beside him, where his well-defined face was reflected. Although he could not be considered overly handsome, the various experiences he had gone through lent his face a sense of weariness, which, for many young girls, could be described as a fatal attraction