Chapter 128 Your life is missing my heartbeat

In the afternoon, the wind picked up, and Maduri officially entered winter.

Gu Xingnian curled up in the large office chair, her fingertips lightly tapping the touchpad.

On the computer screen was the latest email from Xia Yuan.

She excitedly reported on the progress of the collaboration between Qingniao and Xiao D, praising the Fu family's strong capabilities and how they had successfully expanded Xiao D to more than 80 countries around the world.

Currently, approximately 100,000 cancer patients are detected globally every day, and they are actively cooperating with treatment with excellent results.

The email was filled with excitement.

Gu Xingnian's lips curled up uncontrollably.

Choosing the Fu family back then was definitely the right decision.

She never regretted handing over all the fruits of her labor over the years to Fu Beichen without reservation.

Because the Fu family has the power to enable Little D to play a maximum role in saving many, many people.

This was a shared wish of hers and Fu Beichen.

But later, she never expected... she could save millions of people, but she couldn't save him!

"Knock knock—"

The knocking on the door suddenly rang out.

Gu Xingnian looked up and saw Mr. Xi walking in carrying a tray.

The tray held delicate pastries and a steaming cup of coffee.

He gently placed the item on the table in front of her, his well-defined fingers pausing for a moment on the rim of the ivory-white porcelain cup.

"You've been here for half a day." His voice was gentle, like a spring breeze brushing across a lake. "Have something to eat and rest for a bit."

Gu Xingnian paused for a moment, then said softly, "Thank you."

This thank you is not only for the snacks and coffee in front of him, but also for everything he has done for Little D.

He seemed to sense that she was in a good mood today and asked, "What are you busy with?"

"No," Gu Xingnian replied casually, "I just replied to an email and checked on the company's situation."

Mr. Xi's gaze fell on her slightly parted pink lips, and his eyes darkened.

It was an urge to try it and see what it tasted like.

His Adam's apple bobbed slightly, and he suddenly spoke: "I've heard that the cancer treatment that N God researched has saved many people; it's a blessing for all."

It is also his blessing, the greatest fortune of his life!

Upon hearing this, Gu Xingnian's lips curved into a deeper smile, tinged with a sense of relief: "I hope that one day, Little D can also enter Maduri and help the people there."

He replied calmly, "What's so difficult about that?"

He paused, then added, "As long as you want it, as long as it's within my power."

Before he finished speaking, he leaned down slightly and moved closer to her.

A refreshing and pleasant scent of cedar, mixed with his unique warmth, instantly enveloped her.

Gu Xingnian's breath hitched, and she subconsciously leaned back.

The faint fragrance of his hair lingered around her nose.

The mysterious golden mask suddenly magnified in her wide-open pupils.

What...what does he want to do?

Mr. Xi reached out his hand, his slender fingers lightly brushing against her earlobe.

The touch on her fingertips was slightly cool, yet it felt like an electric current, instantly coursing through her entire body.

With a "boom," Gu Xingnian's cheeks flushed bright red, the heat shooting straight to the top of her head.

She could even feel the tips of her ears burning.

He acted as if nothing had happened, reaching his arm over her shoulder and pulling a book from the bookshelf behind her.

"This book is good." He handed the book to her, his voice still gentle. "You can take a look when you have time."

Gu Xingnian lowered her eyes and saw the title of the book clearly: "Your Life Is Lacking My Heartbeat".

My heart skipped a beat.

A gentle smile curved his lips beneath the mask as he walked calmly out of the study.

Gu Xingnian sat blankly in the chair, the sensation of his touch still lingering in her ears.

It's tingly and numb!

After two days of peace, Sheng Weiwei's wounds gradually healed.

As the sun sets, two women are walking arm in arm on the clearing at the edge of the cliff.

They were strikingly beautiful and cheerful, a rare sight to behold in the chaotic city of Maduri.

On the balcony, two sharp gazes pierced through the air and locked onto them.

At that moment, Fu Beichen was standing on the balcony, making a phone call.

He had just received news that Erwin was likely colluding with Lu Lie.

They were spotted together at an abandoned power plant in the south.

Fu Beichen lightly tapped the railing with his fingertip. How could Lu Lie be involved with Alvin?

Was it merely to deal with him? Wasn't he worried about Gu Xingnian's safety?

"Find out their exact location before making any arrangements," he ordered in a deep voice over the phone.

After hanging up the phone, Fu Beichen's eyes were deep and thoughtful.

This time, he would wipe them all out. He would never let her be in danger again.

Meanwhile, Lu Lie stood atop a tall building, staring intently at the towering peak, as he continuously sent people into Madu.

This time, he won't let Fu Beichen leave Maduli alive.

Four years have passed, it's time to avenge this "wife-stealing" incident. Gu Xingnian should have been his long ago.

That evening, Fu Beichen finally met with Zhan Xiao alone.

He held his wine glass, slowly swirling the scarlet liquid inside, his voice devoid of emotion.

"Mr. Zhan, it seems you quite like it here."

The implication is: When are you leaving? And take that troublesome woman with you.

Zhan Xiao calmly retorted, "Mr. Xi, are you so confident in your personal charm? Aren't you afraid that Miss NOVA will also go down the mountain with Weiwei and have some fun?"

The implication is: when the time comes, you'll be left all alone on the mountain, and you'll be begging her to stay.

Fu Beichen scoffed, "I've heard that the local thugs in the East District have been quite rampant lately. As the person in charge of the East District, Mr. Zhan, shouldn't you take some time to go back and manage them?"

This is a mockery of his lowly status, implying that he only meddles in matters that are beneath public attention.

Zhan Xiao retorted without changing his expression: "The wealth of the Western District is dazzling, but it's also more likely to attract the attention of petty villains. After all, greed is insatiable, isn't it?"

He had barely finished speaking.

"Boom—!" A huge explosion suddenly rang out, making all the windows of the hotel vibrate.

The crowd's expressions changed slightly, and they quickly walked to the edge of the cliff to look towards the city.

Flames and thick smoke billowed from the direction of the castle, clearly indicating a violent explosion.

A bodyguard rushed in, looking flustered. "Mr. Xi! The castle has been invaded! Should we return to headquarters immediately?"

Fu Beichen took a few long strides, but then suddenly stopped.

He slowly turned around and met Zhan Xiao's meaningful eyes.

"Take your men there and report back immediately if there are any updates."

Indeed, he saw through the enemy's diversionary tactic. Anyone with a brain knows that the target of blowing up the castle is too obvious.

Night was falling.

A group of figures dressed in black, under the cover of night, silently climbed up Tianshui Peak from the back of the mountain.

The hot spring area of ​​Tianshui Peak lives up to its reputation.

Each hot spring is an independent house, with swaying bamboo shadows and fragrant flowers, the scenery is truly beautiful.

At this moment, Sheng Weiwei and Gu Xingnian were comfortably soaking in the hot spring, whispering private words amidst the rising steam.

"The hot springs here are amazing. It feels like my bones are melting from soaking in them."

Sheng Weiwei sighed, feeling relaxed all over.

The spring water was warm, and after soaking in it, the minor injuries on my body seemed to have healed quite a bit.

She leaned lazily against the poolside, her voice carrying a touch of coquettishness.

"Niannian, I miss Qingning so much, and the shrimp that the old man peeled for me."

Little did she know that the old man she was talking about, Sheng Chengjun, was already on his way to Maduli.

He was even on a free plane ticket. But at this moment, his eyes were blindfolded, and the cold muzzle of a gun was pressed firmly against his forehead; he looked utterly miserable.

Gu Xingnian splashed some water and said softly.

"Don't worry, I'll send you back in a couple of days. I need to wait until things are settled here before I go back and join you."

Sheng Weiwei muttered, "I lost my passport, so I probably can't leave."

"However, Zhan Xiao said he would do it for me, but the way he looked, he probably wished I would disappear from his sight as soon as possible."

She suddenly leaned closer to Gu Xingnian and asked mysteriously.

"Niannian, don't you think he looks a lot like Number Seventeen?"

Gu Xingnian frowned upon hearing this.

"At first, I thought it made sense. But, I heard that Zhan Xiao has been here for five years, how could he be number seventeen?"

"Does he have the ability to create clones of himself?"

Sheng Weiwei also lost her spirit.

"That's true, how could Number Seventeen be Zhan Xiao? Sigh, if he really were my Number Seventeen, I'd propose to him immediately and make him my husband!"

Her tone was resolute, as if she were making a desperate gamble.

Not far away, in a hidden corner, a pair of sharp eyes narrowed, and a sudden jolt went through their hearts.

Sudden.

"Clatter".

The surrounding lights went out instantly, plunging the hot spring area into complete darkness.

"ah!"

Sheng Weiwei was startled and instinctively hugged Gu Xingnian, trembling.

"Don't panic, let's get up there first." Gu Xingnian was relatively calm and pulled her towards the edge of the pool.

Just then, Sheng Weiwei felt a tightness around her waist as a strong arm embraced her.

She was still in shock and was about to scream.

"Don't be afraid, it's me." Zhan Xiao's deep voice rang in my ears, carrying an undeniable sense of security.

Sheng Weiwei felt a little relieved and hurriedly asked, "Where's Niannian? How is Niannian?"

"She's alright, someone will rescue her." Zhan Xiao said succinctly, "Someone has infiltrated, come with me first."

His tone left no room for argument.

Before Sheng Weiwei could react, he dragged her away from the hot spring pool.

Zhan Xiao led her to a room. In the dim moonlight streaming through the window, his gaze swept over the lingering wounds on her body and her dazzlingly white skin, and his eyes darkened.

He quickly took off his coat and draped it over her shoulders.

"Get dressed." Then, he turned and walked towards the door, his figure quickly disappearing into the darkness.

On the other side, the lights in the hot spring area suddenly turned on.

The seven men in black who were surrounding Gu Xingnian have all been dealt with.

Six died on the spot, and one lay on the ground, barely breathing, clinging to life.

Fu Beichen stood there, exuding a chilling aura, his eyes so cold they could freeze a person to death.

"Clean it up." His voice was flat, yet chillingly cold.

The men dared not delay and immediately bowed in agreement, quickly dragging the man away.

Fu Beichen then stepped forward, grabbed a clean bath towel, wrapped the still-dazed Gu Xingnian from head to toe, and then picked her up horizontally.

She asked sullenly, "Who are those people?"

“Lu Lie’s men,” Fu Beichen said calmly.

Gu Xingnian was somewhat incredulous. "That's impossible. Didn't he already leave Maduri?"

Fu Beichen scoffed, his tone laced with mockery.

"Once a person develops a crazy obsession, they are like clinging seaweed, very tenacious, and not so easy to get rid of."

He paused, his gaze lingering on her face, and said meaningfully, "Just like you, insisting on marrying me, how can you give up so easily?"

Gu Xingnian was speechless again.

He spoke again, his voice carrying an undeniable air of dominance, "To prevent any remaining accomplices, you'll sleep with me tonight."

"!" Gu Xingnian was quite startled by his sudden words, her cheeks flushed slightly, "I... I'll just sleep with Weiwei."

Fu Beichen answered without changing his expression.

"She's with Zhan Xiao and won't be back tonight."

Gu Xingnian: "..."

"Afraid I'll eat you up?" He saw her hesitation. "I don't like women!"

Gu Xingnian's lips twitched; she was really into the role!

Who could have predicted that he wouldn't be in heat, but would instead go mad in the middle of the night...