Just as everyone was bidding farewell to Cao Mang, Fang Yuanyuan approached with Ma Bing.
"Chief."
The people at the office door immediately bowed and made way.
"Oh, you're all here?"
Fang Yuanyuan, wearing a dark blue JK uniform, walked into the office and joined the crowd.
"Chief."
Several Hawks also immediately bowed and greeted Fang Yuanyuan.
"Chief," Cao Mang cupped his fists and said, "They've come to see me and Gu Chenan off as we're leaving the organization."
Although Cao Mang's words seemed fine on the surface, upon careful consideration, one could detect a hidden meaning. It was true that both he and Gu Chenan were leaving the organization, but he emphasized that everyone had come to see him off. This was almost explicitly telling Fang Yuanyuan that Gu Chenan had far fewer connections compared to him, and with so many Hawks on his side, how could Gu Chenan possibly compete with him?
Fang Yuanyuan caught the undertone and chuckled, "Indeed, we should see you off. You're a great contributor to the organization and have done a lot for us over the years."
"It's my duty," Cao Mang forced a smile and said, "Chief, has the person taking over for me arrived?"
"Oh, yes," Fang Yuanyuan nodded and turned to look behind her. "Come in."
As she spoke, everyone turned to look at the office door.
Lin Yu had been ready with a confident smile, arms open to embrace whoever was coming, whether it was Old Dao or Fang Jie.
Under everyone's expectant gaze, Ma Bing stepped forward, appearing before the crowd.
Ma Bing removed his glasses, revealing a pair of fierce tiger-like eyes as he looked at Lin Yu and grinned, "Lin Yu, long time no see!"
The moment Lin Yu saw Ma Bing, he looked as if he'd seen a ghost, his eyes widening in shock.
"This... this..."
Ma Bing's greeting of "long time no see" to Lin Yu immediately led everyone to believe he was the old friend Lin Yu had mentioned.
So no one noticed Lin Yu's unusual reaction, they were just slightly surprised that "Lin Yu's old friend" looked so imposing and powerful.
"So this is Lin Yu's old friend? Look at those muscles!"
"I bet he could kill me with one punch!"
"No wonder the Chief chose him, I would too!"
Outside the office, the regular assassins discussed Ma Bing's impressive physique.
Inside the office, the Hawks also assumed Ma Bing was Lin Yu's old friend and nodded respectfully to him.
"Wow, he looks like a formidable character. Chief, you truly have an eye for talent!" Cao Mang grinned proudly.
He had been worried that his replacement might not be as good as Lin Yu, but now it seemed perfect.
"Indeed, the Chief's choice is absolutely fitting," someone chimed in, and others followed suit.
"Exactly!"
"That's right."
In the Hawks' view, praising Ma Bing not only flattered Fang Yuanyuan but also agreed with Cao Mang, killing two birds with one stone.
Cao Mang quickly stepped forward, patting Ma Bing's shoulder, "Come, let's start the handover."
"Brother Cao, no—"
At this moment, Lin Yu finally reacted and tried to speak up, but Cao Mang completely misunderstood his intention.
"Lin Yu, your old friend looks so strong! Look at those fists, they're as big as sandbags. One punch could probably kill a bull!" Cao Mang exclaimed excitedly, holding up Ma Bing's fist.
Having someone like Ma Bing join his ranks was a huge boon for Cao Mang.
"Brother Cao, you've misunder—"
Lin Yu was about to speak, but Cao Mang turned to address the Hawks, too excited to hear Lin Yu's voice.
He looked at the Hawks and said, "Everyone, he'll be taking my position after I leave. I hope you all can give him plenty of support!"
After speaking, Cao Mang turned to Fang Yuanyuan with a smug look.
Hah, you didn't want Lin Yu to take my place? How ridiculous!
This man is Lin Yu's old friend, he's no different from Lin Yu!
In fact, judging by his appearance, his strength might even surpass Lin Yu's!
Fang Yuanyuan, oh Fang Yuanyuan, did you really think I didn't know you were helping Gu Chenan target me?
Hahaha!
But your plan has backfired, you know?
Letting me bring such a bull-like man into my ranks, won't Gu Chenan hate you for this?!
Your cleverness has outsmarted itself, it's truly laughable!
I can't wait to see Gu Chenan's reaction when he sees this man!
Will he be scared to death when he sees how strong this man is?
Cao Mang was incredibly smug internally, and even though he didn't say anything, his expression revealed a bit of his thoughts.
Fang Yuanyuan raised an eyebrow in confusion, not understanding what Cao Mang was so pleased about.
Isn't Ma Bing Gu Chenan's personal bodyguard?
Could it be...?
Could it be that Cao Mang has gone mad from fear after seeing Ma Bing?
Tsk, that shouldn't be the case. Cao Mang is so strong, how could he be scared?
Hmm, not sure, let's keep watching.
Fang Yuanyuan secretly glanced at Cao Mang and Ma Bing, trying to figure out what Cao Mang was up to.
Fang Yuanyuan wasn't the only one confused.
Ma Bing, who was being buddy-buddy with Cao Mang, looked at Cao Mang beside him and then at the Hawks in front of him. Seeing everyone's joyful expressions, he was completely baffled.
Before he came, Gu Chenan had briefly explained the situation in Black Owl to him.
In simple terms, except for Fang Yuanyuan and Hoshino Kannon, the rest were all idiots targeting Gu Chenan.
As Gu Chenan's personal bodyguard, these people should be hostile towards him!
But now, far from being hostile, they were all incredibly friendly!
Tsk... what trick are these people trying to pull?
Ma Bing looked at Fang Yuanyuan, silently asking with his eyes.
Fang Yuanyuan pursed her lips and shook her head, indicating that she was just as confused.
In the entire office, both Ma Bing and Fang Yuanyuan were bewildered, while everyone else continued to show goodwill.
"Brother, how long did it take you to build those muscles?"
"Good brother, we're colleagues from now on."
"You just arrived today, let's get together tonight and have a good drink."
Ma Bing: (≖╻≖；)
What does this mean? Are they trying to destroy my loyalty to Young Master Gu with sugar-coated bullets?
Hah, do they think I, Ma Bing, am someone without loyalty or righteousness?
Such a small trick, how dare they show off before an expert?!
"We'll talk about other things later. Come, good brother, let's start the handover first."
Fearing that Fang Yuanyuan might change her mind at the last minute, Cao Mang hurriedly declined the others' goodwill on Ma Bing's behalf and pulled him to the desk.
Lin Yu immediately came closer: "Brother Cao, listen to me, he—"
"Tsk!" Cao Mang glanced at Lin Yu, "I know you two are close, but catch up later. Let's do the handover first!"
Ma Bing: ?
I'm close with this idiot Lin Yu?
Hiss... what kind of bizarre plot is this?
Saying this, Cao Mang handed the documents on the desk to Ma Bing, smiling, "Let me give you an overview first. I currently have three squads under me. These are their detailed profiles, take a look."
Ma Bing took the documents, utterly perplexed.
But the handover couldn't be delayed, so he nodded, "Alright."
However, at that moment, Lin Yu grabbed the documents from Ma Bing's hand and turned to Cao Mang, shouting, "Brother Cao, we can't do the handover!"