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"Sha, I dare not gamble," she said, her voice trembling. That was his heart; that was the light of his life. Originally, she could have lived a stable life, but because of me, Zhan Ying was driven to desperation.
"I can't agree with that! I knew your situation long ago. Zhan Ying had her eyes on your woman long before you showed up!"
Even if you hadn't stirred things up, he would have eventually found a way to reach her upon returning to the country. Su Xing had long been a pawn in his game.
Shen Jingyu turned to Shi Shao. "Have you investigated thoroughly?"
Yes, Su Xing did not know Zhan Ying, but Zhan Ying had quietly supported her from behind for fifteen years. Perhaps this would require waiting until you return to the country to find an opportunity to meet your Zhang Ji Niang.
For now, we need to think of a way to investigate where Su Xing might be taken by Zhan Ying.
Duan Yu drove the car back to Shi Shao's estate in the Western Country. There was also a separate villa belonging to Shen Jingyu here, where he often stayed when he came over.
Today, another friend of Shen Jingyu's, Nan Gong Ye, was waiting here as well.
"Brother Shao, Jing Yu, didn't you receive anyone?"
Although they had never truly interacted with Su Xing, they were well aware of who he was. They understood the significance of Su Xing in Shen Jingyu's heart and what value he held in his life. Therefore, with such a major incident occurring, they would not sit idly by.
Shen Jingyu didn't even want to speak; his face was serious as he walked toward the sofa in the living room and opened his laptop. His hacking skills could not be recklessly used domestically, but this was abroad—he couldn't waste this opportunity and certainly couldn't afford to sit back and do nothing at such a critical time.
Seeing his actions, Nan Gong Ye had no trouble guessing what was happening. They still hadn't found anyone.
Shi Shao patted Nan Gong Ye on the shoulder while explaining as they entered the room together. Sitting beside Shen Jingyu, it felt as if he had isolated himself; his fingers flew across the keyboard with precision.
They all knew Shen Jingyu was attempting to breach a very difficult network defense. The financial power of the Zhan Family should not be underestimated; similarly, their technology was surely advanced enough.
"A Ye, send your people to help Jing Yu." When Shi Shao made this suggestion, Nan Gong Ye scoffed.
"I'm afraid that once this guy has used my people up, they'll all be captured."
"It won't happen; he's made exceptions before," Shi Shao replied confidently.
"Hmph, even if they do take them in."
Though Nan Gong Ye said this, he still remotely contacted his top hackers to assist Shen Jingyu in locating Su Xing.
There was no way around it; the Nangong Family was purely a criminal organization, and even now, they showed no intention of completely washing their hands of it. However, in front of Shen Jingyu and Rong Xigu, Nan Gong Ye was particularly restrained.
He left the more outrageous business dealings abroad to work with Shi Shao. Yet, since becoming the head of the family, Nan Gong Ye had changed; many things he gradually stopped engaging in.
Half an hour later, the projection screen in front of Shen Jingyu displayed a topographical map of Lawrence Manor, a wealthy estate in the Western Country. Su Xing had been brought here.
The opulent Lawrence Manor had a hall that surprisingly featured some traditional national decor. Su Xing was respectfully invited to sit in the center of a luxurious lounge that spanned at least two square meters.
"Miss Su, please take a seat and rest for a moment. The master will be here shortly," one of the attendants said.
Su Xing felt utterly bewildered. What was happening? Had she truly been chosen to become the mistress of a wealthy man? Should she consider which pillar in this lounge would be best for her to crash into?
"Who is your master?" Su Xing turned to look at the middle-aged man who had received her. His eyes were murky, and there was an unmistakable aura of menace about him that seemed hard to conceal.
As expected, he replied coldly, "Miss Su, you will find out soon enough."
Su Xing switched tactics and asked, "How much did he pay for me?" She wondered if she could negotiate her own release somehow. But that seemed unlikely; just looking at the lavish decor made it clear they were not short on money.
Hei Mao stared at Su Xing with cold eyes, silently observing her for a moment. Although Su Xing felt confused under his gaze, she didn’t think she would be so frightened that she couldn’t speak. After all, they had invited her here; there were no ropes binding her or guns pointed at her.
In his heart, Hei Mao began to assess Su Xing; indeed, she was quite a different kind of woman. "Miss Su's value cannot be measured by money," he said.
Those words sent a chill through Su Xing. This place was likely one where people were devoured without leaving behind bones.
When Zhan Ying appeared, he was followed by eight maids. Each carried a tray filled with food, drink, clothing, and other items prepared for Su Xing.
Seeing familiar faces among them gave Su Xing a fleeting sense of being back in her own country, but in reality, she was far from home.
"Hello, little girl. I'm Lawrence Hawk. You can just call me Lawrence."
"Hello."
"This old man looks like he must be at least fifty. Although Zhan Ying is dressed meticulously and stands upright, time does not deceive the eyes."
"These are all prepared for you; feel free to enjoy them. Being taken to such a place, you must have suffered."
"What exactly is Lawrence selling? Su Xing can't figure it out at all."
"Mr. Lawrence, why did you bring me back from that place?"
Zhan Ying's eyes were shrewd, but he seemed to hide his intentions better than the attendant beside him. Especially when he looked at Su Xing, there was surprisingly little murderous intent.
Yet Su Xing's instincts told her that this person was very dangerous.
"You look a lot like an old friend of mine. She was an excellent war correspondent."
"His mother? He seems to be of the same generation as Ms. He."
But could he really be here to save her? Su Xing couldn't quite bring herself to believe it.
Su Xing did not actively reveal her aunt's name and chose not to respond further.
Zhan Ying remained unfazed, though his smile seemed somewhat disingenuous and benevolent.
"I'm not a good person, but during a war, she saved me. We spent the best night of my life together."
Seeing the nostalgic look in his eyes, Su Xing inexplicably felt that this man seemed rather perverted. But did her mother really have something with him?
"I liked her very much. But she returned to her country. She was the first woman to reject me; she actually looked down on the wealth and glory I could offer her."
"I let her go, but I miss her every single day and night. I regret it as I toss and turn in bed."
"But I can't reach her side just yet. I can only silently watch over her and her family to the best of my ability."
Is this guy really a lovesick fool?
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