When someone offers you help, it’s essential to take care of that person in return. This connection is far more enriching than facing challenges alone.


    During my solo trip to Mexico, I had an audacious n—I intended to venture straight into the tiger’s den. In a twist of strategy, I would disguise myself as a pig to lure the tiger, all while having Fei Kexin by my side, which meant I was definitely in a precarious situation.


    Initially, Fei Kexin was unaware of charlie’s intentions for his trip to Mexico. When she learned that charlie nned to take the ce of a potential victim in a perilous trap, she quickly realized that apanying him would only hinder his efforts and provide no real assistance.


    Thus, she had no choice but to step back.


    As the car halted at the airport entrance, charlie turned to Fei Kexin and advised, “You hold a special status, so it’s best if you stay in the car.”<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    Fei Kexin, concerned, responded, “Mr. Wade, please prioritize your safety!”


    charlie gave a slight nod, bid her farewell, and stepped out of the vehicle.


    He retrieved a small suitcase from the trunk and strode into the airport without a backward nce.


    This suitcase was packed with fresh daily clothes he had purchased the day before.


    Though charlie was uncertain about the challenges that awaited him in Mexico, he knew he needed to y the part of someone unsuspecting of danger. Therefore, bringing along some personal items was essential.


    After exchanging for his boarding pass at the counter, charlie navigated through security and arrived at the designated boarding gate well ahead of time.


    Since he had opted for economy ss, he settled into a vacant seat at the gate, waiting for his target to arrive.


    About ten minutester, a middle-aged Asian man in his 40s hurried into view.


    charlie immediately recognized him as Trent, the son of Zhou Bihua.<fn1017> This update is avable on f?i?n?d?n?o?v?e?l?</fn1017>


    Simr to charlie, Trent was dragging along a 20-inch suitcase, but he also had an extra bulky shoulder bag.


    Trent, despite being in his 40s, appeared somewhat aged, with gray hair and noticeably more wrinkles than his peers.


    From his overall demeanor, it was clear that Trent was experiencing a low point in his life.


    With only five minutes remaining until boarding, a line of impatient passengers had already formed at the gate.


    Trent joined the queue, pulling his suitcases behind him.


    Seeing this, charlie stood up, grabbed his suitcase, and fell in line behind Trent.


    Feigning curiosity, he struck up a conversation in Chinese, asking Trent, “Are you from China?”


    “No,” Trent replied, shaking his head. “I’m a Chinese-American and have been naturalized for many years.”


    charlie raised an eyebrow, sensing Trent’s strong emphasis on nationality. He probed further, “Did you immigrate here for work?”


    Trent adjusted his shirt cor and proimed, “I was a public student, and due to my excellent academic performance, the United States granted me a green card directly, so I decided to stay.”


    charlie nodded in acknowledgment.


    In truth, he had already reviewed Trent’s background, but he wanted to engage in conversation to gauge Trent’s character.


    Noticing that Trent was particrly focused on his nationality while also boasting about his status as a public student, charlie felt a twinge of disdain.


    He wasn’t fond of individuals like Trent.


    While many distinguished graduates from China, including those who studied abroad on public funding, choose to remain overseas, Trent’s situation stood out. As someone who had studied abroad at the country’s expense, he ought to have returned to serve his homnd after achieving sess, yet he opted to stay in the United States, which charlie deemed unprincipled.


    This behavior made it difficult for charlie to view him favorably.


    Despite his feelings, charlie made an effort to remainposed andplimented Trent: “The caliber of public students is said to be quite high; you’re truly impressive!”


    Trent’s face lit up with pride at charlie’s words, and he responded warmly, “In our day, public students faced rigorous standards. There were only a few spots avable in the program.”


    charlie nodded again and inquired, “By the way, what brings you to Mexico? Is it for work or business?”


    Trent hesitated for a moment, his expression faltering, and then replied awkwardly, “I…I’m going to work…”