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It all began with her daughter. If I hadn't run into her in the parking lot, perhaps none of the subsequent events would have unfolded.
But if those later events hadn't happened, I would never have found the Dragon Pen.
Moreover, if my grandfather hadn't signed an agreement with Mu Xuanche, wouldn't I have been dead long ago? Wouldn't I be unable to feel any joy or sorrow in my life now?
So, who really understands the affairs of this world?
Seize the moment.
Since I had a clearer understanding of things, I didn't want to dig into her wounds any further. I patted her shoulder and said, "Tomorrow, the two of us will secretly send you away. That way, you won't have to live in fear here."
She hesitated a bit. "But my family is still in the country. Chen Luyuan knows that I can't bear to leave them, which is why he's so reckless."
I thought for a moment and then looked up at Mu Xuanche. "Mu Xuanche, don't we still have fifty million? Let's give it to her so that her family can leave the country and avoid that scumbag Chen Luyuan."
Mu Xuanche looked at me with affection and said, "Alright, Yan Xi, you can do whatever you want. I support you."
I smiled happily, while Bai Jiaren looked at me with a hint of envy. "You two are really happy. But I can't accept that money; it's your hard-earned money. I can't take something for nothing!"
I laughed and replied, "Oh come on, Bai Jiaren! You've helped us tremendously! How can it be considered taking something for nothing? It's because of your words that I've learned so much information that can help us find what we need! You can rest assured and take this money; it was given to me by someone else."
Bai Jiaren was genuinely touched. The memories of her previous tragic experiences had left her feeling heavy-hearted, and nighttime was always when emotions ran high. Tears streamed down her face as she hugged me and cried like a child.
"Yan Xi, I've never met anyone as good to me as you are in my entire life. Everyone else is so selfish, and sometimes they even inexplicably exclude me. When I married Chen Luyuan, many girls came to insult me, saying I didn't deserve him. But how could they know what Chen Luyuan did to me? Sometimes I wish I had never married him; at least then I could live more freely. Unlike now, when I'm like a mouse hiding everywhere."
After hearing Bai Jiaren's words, I couldn't find the right words to comfort her. At that moment, being a quiet listener was enough.
Fortunately, Bai Jiaren did not remain sad for long; she simply held me quietly for a while.
We then followed the address provided by Bai Jiaren to find her family.
What I didn't expect was that the man named Chen Luyuan had actually stationed people outside their home.
We couldn't get close; any attempt to do so would expose us. Our plan was to wait until her family went out to buy daily necessities before we took them away. We decided to leave behind the house and money; surely fifty million would be enough for them to live abroad.
However, what surprised us was that Chen Luyuan had gone to such lengths. Whenever his family went out, they had to be accompanied by bodyguards. Sometimes, they even sent someone to buy daily necessities for them, which was truly frightening.
This man's possessiveness was terrifying—not just towards Bai Jiaren but also towards her family. No wonder Bai Jiaren cried so sadly last night; this situation would be a tragedy for any girl.
Helpless, we had no choice but to return because we simply couldn't find a way to take her family away.
When we got back to the hotel, Bai Jiaren saw that we hadn't brought her family with us. She didn't seem too disappointed; on the contrary, she came over to comfort me when she noticed my dejected expression. "It's okay, Miao Miao. I knew it would turn out like this. That man Chen Luyuan's possessiveness means he won't let my family go either."
Although I understood that there were uncontrollable factors at play, I couldn't help but feel inadequate. This sense of defeat was quite common.
Since we couldn't take Bai Jiaren and her family away right now, we decided it was best for her to stay with us for the time being; after all, it was safer that way.
The next day, we were still dining at Jueyun Pavilion, but this time with Bai Jiaren added to our group.
However, the Qipao Woman made an appearance.
I saw her approaching us with an unnatural smile on her face. Her graceful figure paired with the stunningly beautiful qipao made her look extraordinarily captivating. Although it was evident she was in her forties due to the fine lines on her face, her exquisite features were still dazzling.
As she approached us, I put down my utensils as if facing a formidable enemy. Mu Yanchen looked at me with amusement, offering me a portion of barbecue from his plate. "Hey, Miao Miao, focus on your meal. What's the matter? I'm still here, aren't I?"
But it wasn't the same. I couldn't always rely on Mu Yanchen, and I certainly didn't want to be a burden. If it were up to him, he would probably prefer that I depended solely on him.
However, I didn't want to be a burden.
Before long, the Qipao Woman had arrived. Her left hand rested on her right arm, holding it in a way that resembled a refined lady from the Republic of China era, almost as if she were performing a greeting, which felt somewhat strange.
None of us spoke first. Mu Yanchen and Bai Qiling were engrossed in their battle with the food, while Bai Jiaren observed the awkward scene in silence. He glanced at me and then at Mu Yanchen and their contrasting reactions before lowering his head to quietly eat his own meal.
I locked eyes with the Qipao Woman for a long moment. I couldn't tell if it was just my imagination, but I sensed a deep-seated disdain in her gaze.
But I hadn't really harmed her, had I? I hadn't even exchanged many words with her. This inexplicable animosity was something I truly couldn't accept.
So my gaze toward her became somewhat odd as well.
Since I was staring at her intently, I caught a fleeting look of contempt in her eyes. I remained silent, waiting for her to speak.
Sure enough, she opened her mouth the next moment.
"Everyone must have been waiting for a while; my master invites you."
I stood up, ready to leave.
But before I could rise fully, Mu Yanchen pressed me back down firmly and coldly addressed her, "Can't you see we're not done eating? If you can't read the room, how can you serve someone else? Wait over there."
It was clear that the Qipao Woman was somewhat embarrassed, but she managed to hold it in and quietly stood aside, waiting.
I felt quite awkward, having put her in such an uncomfortable position.
Mu Yanchen shot me a glance and said, "Just eat your food and don't worry about it; this is what she deserves."
I pouted, realizing that Mu Yanchen was trying to vent my frustration. He probably noticed the obvious disdain the Qipao Woman had for me.
So I decided not to dwell on it too much; focusing on finishing my meal was the most important thing.
The Qipao Woman waited for us for about twenty minutes, and then Mu Yanchen led the way, addressing her coldly, "Lead the way."
Without a word, the Qipao Woman began to guide us.
We ascended one floor, which appeared to have been privately purchased. It seemed that Feng Yu had bought this place; the decor was very simple, and there were many rooms. As soon as we entered, we found ourselves in a long corridor.
I counted and realized we entered the third room on the right side of this floor.
Once inside, I looked around at the furnishings: there were exactly six chairs and several scattered beige coffee tables. A standing air conditioner, a computer desk, and a laptop were also present.
Each coffee table had one or two drinks placed on it.
At that moment, Feng Yu was sipping something. Upon seeing us arrive, he leisurely set down his cup and stood up with a smile. "You all are here? I've been waiting for a long time. Qinghua, go get that thing for me."
It turned out that this Qipao Woman was Yu Qinghua, Xiao Xuanxuan's associate. She seemed to hold quite an important position next to Feng Yu. But why did she dislike me? Could it be that Yu Qinghua had feelings for Feng Yu?
What the hell, if that's the case, Feng Yu is paired with a forty-year-old married woman?
Although this woman is genuinely beautiful, the age difference is just too much...
Looking at it this way, could it be that what Feng Yu said on the VIP Card is true?
No way, this is so cliché.
I really can't wrap my head around it...
Bai Jiaren has been following me, confused about the situation. Just then, there was a sudden knock on the door. I thought it was Yu Qinghua, wondering how they arrived so quickly.
(End of chapter)
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