Chapter 7: The Lair of Shi Xiaobao

Bet?" Shi Xiaobao chuckled coldly.

I despise your pretentious demeanor, looking down on me, a petty thief. You, a poor and shabby individual, constantly boast about how expensive your clothes and shoes are. Do you really think I am a country bumpkin who has never seen a brand name? I am not afraid to tell you that I have seen all kinds of luxury brands. As for your counterfeit Hermes and Gucci, do you really think you can flaunt them in front of me

Hello, are you speaking without understanding the difficulties? Is it easy for me to earn a little money through hard work?

Hello, I am Officer Shi from the Wuling Branch. The thief who stole your phone has been apprehended. We need you to provide your iCloud account and password to verify your identity as the rightful owner. Once your identity is confirmed, you can come to the Wuling Branch to make a statement, and then you will be able to retrieve your phone

This works too... Wenjing was left speechless, staring in astonishment.

Thank you very much!

Manager Chen has some influence in the underworld... Wang Chuan felt somewhat indecisive; after all, this was not as simple as just attacking someone, and even if he did go through with it, there was no guarantee he would be able to recover that sum of money. Instead, it might bring trouble upon himself

"And mingling with this thief, Wang Chun, this is all you amount to, sigh..." Watching Wang Chun's face change instantly for a mobile phone, Wen Jing shook her head and sighed repeatedly

"Chun Ge, back in the day, you used to beat me and Wenjing until we cried for our parents. Why are you so timid now?" Shi Xiaobao said discontentedly

I will come back. Wang Chun struggled to muster his spirits

As for the various ropes of different thicknesses, they are even more densely hung on the walls

"Don't be angry, Chuan Ge. I am giving you this iPhone to help you calm down." Shi Xiaobao took out the iPhone he had snatched back last night and handed it to Wang Chuan.

Old method!'' Shi Xiaobao had a fierce expression, making a gesture as if to chop someone.

"As for the money spent on the illustrations and the book, you will not be able to get it back," Wenjing sighed.

"If it weren't for you holding onto me for dear life, could that fool Wang really have beaten me to a pulp?" Wenjing's face revealed a hint of disdain

The gentleman on the beam is also a thief

Wen Jing knew that once she was attached to Shi Xiaobao, there would be no chance of escape, so she naturally would not give Shi Xiaobao the opportunity to get close.

The cold, icy voice on the phone suddenly turned cheerful, and I immediately reported my iCloud account and password.

At the end of the workday, Wang Chun, who had been eagerly waiting, ultimately did not see Manager Chen appear

Human beings are becoming increasingly gullible. Over time, how could the level of theft possibly improve? Shi Xiaobao wore a look of deep concern, filled with compassion and worry.

In addition to various types of lock-picking tools, there are also quite a few garments and hoods designed for nocturnal camouflage. Many of these garments are reversible, with one side being light-colored and the other side being dark-colored

Miss, thank you for your cooperation. Shortly, we will notify you to collect your mobile phone. Wishing you a pleasant life

Wang Chun is anxious about the large sum of money, and he has no mood to play around with the two of them. Moreover, after observing Wen Jing's calm and composed demeanor while cutting, he truly lacks confidence in defeating her, unless he resorts to some underhanded tactics.

"Getting the password is not difficult; at most, it will take me a day to make that girl obediently tell me the password!" Shi Xiaobao struggled to stand up, maintaining a safe distance from Wenjing, wary of a sneak attack from her.

As Wenjing was about to finish speaking, the Apple phone in Wang Chun's hand suddenly rang.

"Do you know what I hate the most about you?" Shi Xiaobao said through gritted teeth

What is the password

Was the money lost? Wenjing's observational skills were exceptionally keen, and she immediately noticed that Wang Chun's mood was quite dejected

There is no need to apologize. If I lose, from now on, I will no longer engage in the profession of a gentleman on the beam and in the illustrations. If you lose, you are not allowed to look down on the profession of a gentleman on the beam in the future, do you understand? This profession is an ancient and sacred one, with a history that can be traced back to the time of the hominids. Back then, male apes would steal fruits to win the favor of female apes and gain mating opportunities.

"Have I ever said that? Do I need to show off in front of you?" Wenjing was taken aback, her expression one of surprise

"Alright, if I have said it, I apologize," Wenjing said with a calm expression

"Forget it... If I were to stoop to your level, wouldn't that be beneath me..."

Remember, I am a gentleman on the beam. Do you understand what a gentleman is? Not a thief! When Shi Xiaobao noticed that Wenjing did not mention the word "thief," his expression softened considerably

At the bedside, there are also some electronic devices and small safes. It seems that Shi Xiaobao is not only studying the ancient art of unlocking but is also keeping up with the times, not neglecting high-tech unlocking methods either

Wang Chun and Wen Jing Shi Xiao Bao became acquainted due to a brawl. Two years ago, while Wang Chun was aimlessly wandering the streets, he encountered Shi Xiao Bao stealing Wen Jing's wallet. The two engaged in a scuffle, during which Shi Xiao Bao shouted for help, tightly holding onto Wen Jing. In a show of chivalry, Wang Chun gave Wen Jing a beating, resulting in her exclaiming that Shi Xiao Bao was a thief. Subsequently, both parties began to blame each other, leaving Wang Chun with a headache and too lazy to discern the truth. After a flurry of blows, he knocked both of them to the ground and left in a huff. After that, the three, having fought without knowing each other, became friends.

So... what should we do? In that moment, Wang Chun felt a bit at a loss.

How do I know the password

I don't care, it's up to you all." Wenjing shrugged, wearing an indifferent expression.

"What do you have to bet?" Shi Xiaobao looked up and down at Wen Jing.

Why? Wang Chun's eyes revealed a glimmer of ferocity, the entire atmosphere became tense, and his originally timid appearance faded away, replaced by a face full of viciousness

Stop! The presentation on the animal world is the work of Zhao Zhongxiang. Well, if you can really obtain the password, I will reconsider this profession

I know you are jealous, but it is useless! Generally, those who cut open a padlock with pliers can be considered blue-collar workers! Only those who use technical skills to unlock can be regarded as white-collar workers, while someone like me, who relies on intellect to unlock, belongs to the golden collar level... Hmm... Even if I tell you, you wouldn't understand; it's like playing music to a donkey, the tune is high but the audience is few...

You... you once said..." Shi Xiaobao was momentarily taken aback; suddenly, he realized that Wenjing had indeed never made a point of showing off.

The crowd here is too mixed; let's leave this place first. Wenjing glanced at the scattered groups of people and said, "Let's discuss the situation."

When Wang Chun and Wen Jing followed Shi Xiaobao into the corridor, they felt a sense of being out of place, as the area was cluttered with piles of firewood and coal, and the disordered furniture blocked the long hallway, forcing them to pass through sideways

You can keep boasting!" Wenjing snorted coldly

Before Shi Xiaobao could approach Wenjing, she gently stepped back. Before Shi Xiaobao could get close, her leg shot out like lightning, causing Shi Xiaobao to fall heavily onto the sidewalk, letting out a piercing scream that drew the attention of passersby.

What are you doing?" Wang Chun said weakly

Ah... Wenjing, I want to kill you, kill you!" Shi Xiaobao spread his fingers wide, reaching out towards Wenjing

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What to bet on

"Foolish brother, Wenjing is bullying me..."

Hmm?

"Wen Jing, if you say 'thief' one more time, I will turn against you!" Shi Xiaobao glared at Wen Jing

... ...

Since the iPhone has a built-in battery, it requires disassembly to insert the SIM card. Shi Xiaobao has professional tools for disassembling phones at home, and since Wang Chun also did not receive a large sum of money, the three of them decided to cancel the celebration at the Qinghe Library and went directly to Shi Xiaobao's house.

Hehe... it's best not to mention the events of those years... if you are unconvinced, you can challenge the foolish brother to a duel...

Yes, is there a problem

The three individuals cautiously made their way through the dimly lit corridor and arrived at Shi Xiaobao's rental apartment

"Hehe, you have won the grand prize. If the two of us brothers do not come to support you, wouldn't that be too disrespectful?" Shi Xiaobao chuckled.

Shi Xiaobao's rental apartment is located in a demolition area, where the geographical environment is exceedingly complex. Unsurprisingly, the conditions of the houses here have reached an extreme level of filth, disorder, and poor quality

Wow, so fast! Shh... Hehe, look at mine!" Shi Xiaobao made a shushing gesture and took the phone from Wang Chun's hand

Beep beep beep

Stop messing around, I'm feeling annoyed

"Look at your lack of ambition, it's just over 90,000 yuan! Is it necessary to act as if you've lost a loved one?" Wenjing scolded when she saw Wang Chun in a low mood.

I spit!

However, the tools in this room are dazzling; there are more than a dozen tweezers of various sizes and lengths scattered across the messy desk. Against the wall, there is an array of pliers and hydraulic pliers, all available. On the coffee table, various locks are displayed, and judging by the progress of their disassembly, they appear to be for Shi Xiaobao's research.

"The phone you have is mine. I don't mind giving you the phone, but please return the SIM card to me." A cold, emotionless female voice came through the phone, making it impossible to determine her exact age

There is no password, what are you sending me! I am currently broke, I don't even have money to reset my phone. Wang Chuan thought about how his phone was broken, his friend was robbed, and he was cheated out of money, which ignited his anger.

Are you the owner of the machine?" Shi Xiaobao asked with a serious expression

Since he has already told others that you did not win, there is no room for redemption in this matter. If he were to admit that he deceived you, others would no longer place bets or make purchases with him in the future. In fact, everyone in this area is aware that he has deceived you. Therefore, whether he deceived you or not, he has already lost his market in this region. This means that even if he were to refund your money, he would still be infamous. Given that the situation has reached this point, there is no need for him to refund your money

"Xiao Bao, what is the password for this phone?" Wang Chunlan, too lazy to pay attention to the theatrics of Shi Xiao Bao's lamentations, lowered his head and fiddled with the phone.

Shi Xiaobao hung up the phone, wearing a smug smile.

"Wang Chun is not my opponent." Wen Jing's face displayed an immense confidence.

Shixiaobao's room consists of only one space, which is quite spacious. The facilities are relatively complete, including a renovated bathroom and kitchen. However, the sanitary conditions are far from optimistic, with scattered garbage strewn across every corner. A dilapidated desk is piled high with instant noodle containers, emitting a pungent, sour odor that is nauseating.

Just as Wang Chun stepped out of the hall of the Greek Mythology KTV, he saw Shi Xiaobao and Wenjing.

After walking for more than thirty minutes, I arrived at Shi Xiaobao's rental apartment

Hmm... Wang Chun was dejected

What! I can't believe it! Over 90,000 has been lost?" Shi Xiaobao's eyes widened in shock

At the moment when Shi Xiaobao was boasting so much that saliva was splattering, Wang Chun and Wen Jing had already walked ten meters away

Hello, how are you!

Really? Wang Chun eagerly snatched the phone, and instantly his face lit up with joy, his spirits lifted. Being able to use the long-desired Apple phone was a consolation for his wounded soul

With great effort! Wenjing scoffed, "You are completely reaping without sowing!"

Wang Chun and Wen Jing simultaneously spat at Shi Xiaobao

"Foolish brother, Wenjing says you are no match for him," Shi Xiaobao immediately instigated.

Wang Chun recounted the matter in its entirety and in detail

What I have to wager is not important; what matters is what you have that is worth my bet, " Wenjing said淡淡.