Chapter 119 Found her, and they kissed.

A subordinate reported nervously, "She had two experts with her. When we went to chase after her, Erwin's men had already arrived... The scene was chaotic... Later, Miss Gu... Miss Gu was rescued by Mr. Xi."

“Mr. Xi?” Lu Lie narrowed his eyes, his gaze dangerous. “Isn’t he always someone who doesn’t concern himself with江湖恩怨 (jianghu grievances)? Why would he suddenly get involved in something like this?”

No one could answer his question.

Lu Lie paced irritably around the room for a few moments, then suddenly stopped and asked, "Where's that old guy?"

The subordinate quickly replied, "They're still at the base."

A fierce glint flashed in Lu Lie's eyes, and a cruel smile curled at the corner of his lips: "Go, pluck out one of his little fingers, and send it over!"

Mr. Xi, you still dare to try and steal people from him? He'll have his castle blown up sooner or later.

"Yes!" The leading man stiffened, responded in a deep voice, and quickly led his men out.

Lu Lie took a deep breath, trying to calm the anger in his chest. He was afraid that if he stayed here for another day, something else might happen to Gu Xingnian.

This time, he's determined to take her away!

As for that mad dog, Alvin... Hmph, he won't let him leave here alive.

Let's end everything here!

...

It's late at night.

The ancient castle is brightly lit under the night sky, like a luminous pearl fallen to earth, tranquil and mysterious.

Gu Xingnian stood by the window until she saw Xia Tang return to the castle safely, then she breathed a sigh of relief, turned around and went into her room to rest.

Mr. Xi stood alone by the bar not far away.

He showed no signs of sleepiness, his amber-colored liquid swirling in his glass as he drank one glass after another.

Simply because she was right next door, separated from him by only a wall.

He suppressed his overwhelming urge to rush over and hug her, an urge that nearly consumed him.

He desperately wanted to!

The next morning, when Gu Xingnian went to the restaurant, Mr. Xi was already sitting at the table, and he looked rather unwell.

Hmm, morning grumpiness?

God knows, he barely slept at all; he spent the whole night daydreaming.

"Good morning, Mr. Xi!" she said with a bright smile.

Mr. Xi looked up and saw her radiant smile, and his mood began to brighten.

"Miss Nova, did you sleep well last night?"

“Yes, very good. The castle is quiet, and I didn’t hear any dogs barking.” She nodded.

Mr. Xi couldn't hide his smugness; little did anyone know that he had deliberately had all the wolfhounds in the castle wear masks.

"Miss NOVA, are you planning to go to the forest again today?" He stared at her, wanting to hear a negative answer from her.

Gu Xingnian paused for a moment, then said casually, "The forest was severely damaged yesterday. If we go again, I can't afford to pay for it."

Is she using yin-yang to describe him?

He then added, "Mr. Xi, don't worry, I will pay you every penny of the compensation. I just want to go out for a walk today and see the scenery of Maduri."

His lips twitched. "To come to this place where people kill without blinking an eye to see the scenery?"

He casually placed a piece of cheesecake on her plate. "Then you can go to Tianshui Peak and take a look. The scenery there is exceptionally beautiful, and there are also hot springs that can heal wounds. There are quite a few tourists there!"

After a pause, he added, "I happen to be free today, so I can show you around!"

Gu Xingnian smiled and said, "Then I'll have to trouble Mr. Xi!"

She stared intently at his face, not missing a single subtle expression.

Then, his gaze gently swept over the exquisite dishes on the table.

"I'd like a glass of milk." Her voice wasn't loud, but it clearly reached the man's ears.

milk?

He was clearly taken aback.

Immediately, something flickered in the man's deep eyes, as if he had understood something.

He calmly raised his hand, and the butler immediately bowed and approached.

"Have the ranch bring over two cows right now so Miss NOVA can get fresh milk."

The man's voice was steady, yet carried an unquestionable command.

He'd like to see if she dared to drink it!

Gu Xingnian's heart, which had been hanging in mid-air, quietly settled back into her stomach.

It seems that this Mr. Xi... is not the person she suspects.

A relaxed smile instantly spread across her face, with just the right amount of apology. "That would be too much trouble, too much of a hassle. I'll just have juice, yes, juice will do."

She quickly tried to justify herself.

Mr. Xi slowly picked up a uniquely shaped pastry, took a small bite, and moved with elegance.

"Yesterday, Miss NOVA wandered into the forest, seemingly looking for someone. Could I possibly see some photos of her?"

His tone was casual, as if it were just a casual chat at the dinner table.

"Perhaps I can help you find some useful clues."

However, Gu Xingnian was cautious. Given her superficial relationship with Mr. Xi, it was far from the point where she could open up and share everything.

"I won't trouble Mr. Xi. I should be able to handle this small matter myself." She politely declined, not wanting him to get too involved in this mess.

Changing the subject, she took the initiative, "I wonder if Mr. Xi has gotten any valuable clues from those people yesterday?"

She was referring to the prisoners who were taken away by his men like chickens.

“They’re just some local thugs who have no influence. It looks like they’ve been bribed.” Mr. Xi wiped his mouth lightly with a napkin.

He then added, "However, according to the interrogation, they had all previously worked for a man named Zhan Xiao."

"Zhan Xiao..." Gu Xingnian murmured the name in her heart.

"That's a complete, bloodthirsty mad dog," Mr. Xi concluded, his tone filled with undisguised disgust.

Who could have predicted that this owl was not the same as that owl?

Gu Xingnian's eyes flickered. She knew that there were two big figures in Maduli: one was Mr. Xi, who was obsessed with money, and the other was the bloodthirsty Zhan Xiao.

Anyone who offends one of them will be heading straight to hell! Those who want to do shady business in Maduri should pay their respects before they even get there.

Could it be that Elwin bribed Warhawk's men? If so, he must have been entrenched here for a long time. But no one knows where Master lives, so why is he involved in this war?

It seems I still need to go to the Red House to get some clues.

After breakfast, Gu Xingnian and Xia Tang left the castle.

Mr. Xi stood alone on the second-floor terrace, his gaze fixed intently on the receding petite figure.

He didn't say much, just waved his hand, signaling the bodyguards behind him to follow.

"Protect her."

At least, she can live in his castle, and his anxious heart can be put at ease.

Gu Xingnian and Xia Tang went to the Red House again. They knew the way well and pushed open the door to enter.

The room was dimly lit when a hunched figure suddenly bumped into Gu Xingnian.

She was an unfamiliar old woman.

The old woman said nothing, but quickly stuffed a small wooden box into Gu Xingnian's hand and then hurriedly left.

Gu Xingnian opened the box with suspicion.

With just one glance, all the color drained from her face, leaving her deathly pale.

On the other side, Xia Tang was enthusiastically exchanging the new code with the red-haired boy.

The little boy had striking red hair, but his eyes held a depth beyond his years as he slowly recited, "When will the moon be bright?"

Xia Tang smiled smugly and quickly replied, "Look up and see for yourself!"

The little boy smiled and said, "Come with me."

Xia Tang responded, but when he turned around, he found that there was no one behind him.

"Sister Nian?"

Gu Xingnian has disappeared!

His heart skipped a beat, and he ran outside in fright.

Gu Xingnian gripped the black velvet box tightly. Inside was a bloodied little finger. She recognized the antique ring on the little finger, which sent chills down her spine and made her stomach churn.

She rushed out the door, wanting to catch up with the strange old woman.

She had only run a few steps when a tall man blocked her way.

The man's face was expressionless, his voice as cold as ice: "If you want to see the person you're looking for, come with me."

Gu Xingnian's heart tightened. Without time to think, she could only follow him.

The man led her into an ordinary-looking house.

Almost simultaneously, a shadow rushed into the house like lightning.

At the back door, a black car had already started and sped away with Gu Xingnian in tow.

Xia Tang chased after her to the vicinity, frantically searching for her. A strong sense of foreboding spread wildly in his heart, making his internal organs clench.

"Gu Xingnian!"

However, it was all too late.

Before long, another woman sneaked into the red room.

This person was Sheng Weiwei.

To avoid any mishaps, she specially changed into local clothing, wrapping herself up like a rice dumpling, completely covered up.

She heard that intelligence could be bought here, and she was determined to find her brother.

Upon entering the inner room, an elderly man in his sixties slowly strolled out.

Yes, it's still that same old man.

He squinted at the suspicious woman in front of him, who was completely covered up, and asked slowly, "Madam, do you have enough money? Do you know the prices at our Red House?"

Sheng Weiwei's face showed obvious embarrassment. Money? She really didn't have any, but Zhan Xiao certainly didn't.

"Yes, give me clues without hesitation! I'm Mr. Zhan's woman!"

"What's your name? Show me your face." She has some guts to call herself Mr. Zhan's woman.

Sheng Weiwei deftly tore off the cloth covering her face, revealing a face that could outshine all the flowers.

Then he grinned, a smile as bright as could be: "My name is Li Xiaofeng. From now on, wherever you go, just say my name, Li Xiaofeng, and it'll work!"

She even patted her chest confidently, exuding an air of "I've got this covered."

The old man immediately became unsettled, feeling as if he were an old eunuch being favored by the Empress Dowager!

at the same time.

Gu Xingnian's eyes were covered with a thick black cloth, and she was led to an extremely secluded area of ​​wooden houses.

The air here is filled with the damp smell of wood, an indescribable aroma that relaxes both mind and body.

When the blindfold was roughly ripped off, the glaring light made her squint.

When her eyes adjusted to the light and she could see the person in front of her clearly, she froze.

A strikingly familiar handsome face came into view.

"Senior brother?" Gu Xingnian's voice trembled with disbelief. "How did you get here?"

Lu Lie walked towards her step by step. His originally cold and hard features softened the moment he saw her, and his deep eyes were filled with suppressed tenderness and the joy of reunion after a disaster.

After so long, he finally saw her again.

God knows how many people he sent looking for her during that time, and how many times he secretly went mad.

He stretched out his long arm and pulled her tightly into his embrace, with such force that he almost wanted to knead her into his very bones.

"Niannian." His deep voice sounded in her ear, with a hint of hoarseness, "I miss you so much!"

He cupped her small face in his hands, about to kiss her...