The next morning, Xiao Yongqiangs 30 billion had been successfully transferred.
Xiao Yongqiang is really decisive, Chen Luo remarked with a hint of admiration. With the paynt received, Chen Luo had no intention of going back on his word. It was ti to release Xiao Qingxue.
A weary Xiao Qingxue was woken up by Chun i and brought downstairs.
What more do you want? Cant you even give a monts rest? she protested, exhausted.
The past few days have been grueling, making her see Chen Luo as a relentless monster. Despite it being 10 am, she barely had four hours of rest, having been kept busy till dawn, almost to the brink of collapse.
Ive actually co to give you good news. Dont you want to hear it? Chen Luo asked with a smile.
What good news can you possibly have for ? Xiao Qingxue replied, her voice laced with skepticism and exhaustion.
The good news is that youre free to go ho, Chen Luo announced.
Are you joking? Xiao Qingxues imdiate response was disbelief, having grown accustod to Chen Luos twisted sense of humor over the past few days.
No joke. Your father, Xiao Yongqiang, cares about you deeply. He spent 30 billion to secure your release, Chen Luo inford her.
A flash of anger crosses Xiao Qingxues eyes.
So in your eyes, Im worth 30 billion? she asked bitterly.
Hmm, you think I asked for too little? Alright, then Ill demand more, Chen Luo quipped playfully.
At this mont, Xiao Qingxue regained her composure, feeling an inexplicable rage brewing inside her, as if she had been sold off.
Is 30 billion a lot? Yes, it is. But anything that can be asured in money is cheap in my eyes, she thought, wondering if, in Chen Luos eyes, she was just another cheap commodity.
You seem upset. Could it be that youve developed feelings for ? Chen Luo asked, gazing directly into Xiao Qingxues eyes.
Feelings for you? Xiao Qingxue, not avoiding his gaze, replies coldly, All I have for you is hatred.
It seems Im not charming enough to attract CEO Xiao, Chen Luo remarked with a smile, then turned to Chuni, Please escort CEO Xiao back.
Wait, I need to change my clothes, Xiao Qingxue interjected.
She was currently wearing a maids outfit, and she couldnt bear the thought of facing her father in such attire.
Sure, youve served well these past few days. Ill grant you this request, Chen Luo said nonchalantly.
Xiao Qingxue gave Chen Luo a cold look and headed off to take a bath and change into a dress. When she reappeared, she regained her usual deanor of a formidable female CEO.
Not bad, this is more interesting, Zhao Yingxuan said with a gleeful, albeit malicious, smile.
Chen Luo, Zhao Yingxuan, I will repay this debt in the future, Xiao Qingxue declared, gazing intently at Chen Luo before she departed.
Zhao Yingxuans hand gently rested on Chen Luo, and she softly asked, Do you feel its a pity to let her go just like that?
Why dont you guess whether I find it regrettable or not? Chen Luo replied, embracing Zhao Yingxuan and heading upstairs to the bedroom.
Zhao Yingxuan laughed tenderly, wrapping her arms around Chen Luos neck. Their intentions were left unsaid.
Chun i escorted Xiao Qingxue back to the Xiao family mansion and then left. Standing before the familiar mansion, Xiao Qingxue felt as if she had been through a lifeti of experiences. Although her ti captured by Chen Luo was short, it was a period she would never forget for as long as she lived.
Miss, youre back, the butler exclaid joyously upon seeing Xiao Qingxue.
Mm, she responded, her expression colder than before, seemingly more distant.
Qingxue, are you alright? Chen Luo didnt harm you, did he? In the living room, Ye Chen was also present and imdiately showed a look of joy upon seeing her.
Xiao Yongqiangs eyes flickered upon seeing his daughter, but he wasnt the type to openly express his emotions.
Father, Im tired. Id like to rest for a bit, Xiao Qingxue said, evidently exhausted.
Alright, go and rest. We can talk after youve had so rest, Xiao Yongqiang responded, understanding that Xiao Qingxue must have suffered at the hands of Chen Luo and Zhao Yingxuan.
Ye Chens gaze remained fixed on Xiao Qingxue. He sensed a significant change in her. She seed to exude a more mature aura than before.
At this mont, Ye Chen harbored a troubling thought. Could it be that Xiao Qingxue was by that guy Chen Luo? No, it must be an illusion. Chen Luo wouldnt dare. He definitely wouldnt.
Even if it ant deceiving himself, Ye Chen sought comfort in his own reassurances.
However, he wasnt the only one with suspicions. Xiao Yongqiang also wondered if Chen Luo did sothing to Xiao Qingxue.
Now that Qingxue is back, its ti to deal with Chen Luo. My money isnt so easily taken, Xiao Yongqiang thought, his eyes glinting coldly.
He opened a website, seeking a hitman, ready to spend ten billion yuan for Chen Luos life.
Not just Xiao Yongqiang, but Ye Chen was also plotting to kill Chen Luo. His plan involved the remaining four subordinates. Once ard and combined with his own efforts, Ye Chen was confident in eliminating Chen Luo.
No matter if you laid a hand on Qingxue or not, just for kidnapping her, Chen Luo, youre as good as dead, Ye Chen resolved.
There were too many reasons for Ye Chen to want Chen Luo dead. From initially sending him to jail, to the beatings, the kidnapping of Xiao Qingxue, and possibly doing unspeakable things to her. Moreover, his fifteen brothers all died at Chen Luos hands, making their feud irreconcilable.
Two days passed since Xiao Qingxues release. During this ti, Xiao Yongqiang pondered but decided against asking Xiao Qingxue about her experiences.
Ye Chen didnt ask either, fearing the answers he might receive. Even if he did, Xiao Qingxue wouldnt reveal anything. She would remain silent even if her father, Xiao Yongqiang, asked.
The day after her return, Xiao Qingxue went to the company. With her return, the stocks of Yongqiang Corporation began to stabilize and even showed an upward trend.
***
Have you found any trace of the other four yet? Chen Luo asked as he arrives at the Rose Bar, sitting in the main seat with Bai ixiang beside him.
Not yet. Theyre well hidden. Given that Magic City is an international city with many foreign tourists, locating four foreigners is challenging, Bai ixiang said. Give three more days. Even if it ans combing through every little clue, Ill find them.
Alright, you have three days. If you find them within this ti, Ill give you a surprise.
What kind of surprise? Bai ixiangs eyes flicker with curiosity.
A surprise wouldnt be a surprise if I told you now. But I assure you, youll be satisfied.
Im looking forward to it then, Bai ixiang said, genuinely eager.
Her fear of Chen Luo had lessened, finding him approachable most of the ti. She was increasingly curious about this enigmatic man.
Once you locate them, contact first. Dont act on your own, Chen Luo reminded Bai ixiang.
I wouldnt dare act without your permission, she replied, her attitude pleasing to Chen Luo.
While he didnt fully trust her, he was satisfied with her usefulness. Perhaps in the future, he might even allow her to unite Magic Citys underworld, becoming its sole queen.
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