The car window rolled down, revealing Ning Zheyuan's terrifying face. He looked at Xia Che, and Xia Che looked at him. Ning Zheyuan suddenly raised an eyebrow. "Didn't you hang up on me a little too quickly? It's not time to despair yet, young master... you really are still that impulsive, emotional creature."

"Your guess is probably pretty much right... Those idiots in the Yan Yun Gang, though slow, aren't completely useless. They found out that although Jiang Yu's phone was switched off, the last place where the signal was detected was at her house. Young master, to be frank, I don't have much hope for Jiang Yu's chances of survival."

"But if I try to persuade you now, you definitely won't listen. Since it's useless to try, the answer is obvious..."

“Young Master, there’s no time for you to regret things here. Even if things get to the worst point, at least you have to see her one last time. Even if you have to cry, save your tears for then.”

Ning Zheyuan put on sunglasses. Although he was already of advanced age and a middle-aged man, he seemed to have been rejuvenated at this moment, exuding a mature handsomeness.

He quickly shifted into gear, and the engine roared fiercely.

"Get in the car," he said calmly.

Xia Che's eyes gradually brightened.

He gritted his teeth, nodded firmly, then opened the car door and sat in the passenger seat.

Ning Zheyuan is right.

There's no time for regrets now!

Regardless, we must find Jiang Yu first.

At his most desperate moment, Ning Zheyuan thankfully maintained his own judgment and showed him a clear path.

Ning Zheyuan was a decisive person. After Xia Che got into the car, he stepped on the gas pedal and floored it. The tires screeched on the ground, leaving two deep black marks, and then he sped off towards Jiang Yu's house.

The situation was urgent, and Ning Zheyuan didn't care whether he was speeding or not.

Fortunately, they were lucky and did not encounter any red lights or large vehicles along the way, so they had a smooth journey.

The black Audi, like a sharp sword, roared through the traffic on the highway, which is prohibited in the city, speeding recklessly and attracting frequent stares from passersby. Passing vehicles honked their horns frantically, condemning this crazy behavior of speeding during rush hour.

At this speed, we'll be at Jiang Yu's house in three more minutes.

Xia Che clenched his fists. He didn't know if he could catch up in three minutes and stop Jiang Yu from doing something foolish.

Now, all he can do is pray.

"ah……"

Ning Zheyuan glanced at Xia Che, then looked away, and suddenly exclaimed.

"What's wrong?"

Xia Che was startled. His nerves were already on edge, and this almost made him crack his voice.

"Is today a school day? My bad, my bad, I forgot to ask the young master for leave, haha."

"No...is now the time to worry about that?"

Xia Che was speechless. He was rushing to save a life, so who would care whether he had asked for leave or not!

"You seem too nervous, let me make a joke to help you relax."

Ning Zheyuan smiled, but quickly put away his smile and his expression became serious: "Although it's not appropriate to talk about this now... young master, you'd better be mentally prepared."

"……I know."

Xia Che nodded silently.

Do you really know?

Ning Zheyuan glanced at the buildings rushing past the car window and sighed: "Your current state really worries me. If Jiang Yu really... does that, will you still be able to stay calm? I promised someone that I would take good care of you for her. If something happens to you, I really won't be able to explain it to that person."

“I have met many emotional creatures like you, young master. You like to look for problems within yourselves. No matter what happens, the first thing you do is examine yourself.”

"These kinds of people are actually quite pitiful; they live very tiring lives. I'm too lazy to ask you, young master, if that's really what you think. I only want to tell you one thing..."

creak—

The Audi executed another beautiful drift, and with the added speed, the car jolted, nearly causing Xia Che to crash headfirst into the window.

With a click, Ning Zheyuan opened the car door on Xia Che's side. At the same time, he said what he hadn't finished saying: "Let yourself off the hook once in a while. You are not your own enemy. If something like that really happens... don't be too hard on yourself."

"Go, young master."

Ning Zheyuan took out a cigarette case from his pocket, pulled out a cigarette, lit it, and took a deep drag.

Thick smoke filled the car, obscuring the horrific cigarette burn scar on his face.

He was wearing a black shirt with the collar slightly open, revealing his bronze chest. He was looking in the rearview mirror, his eyes, hidden behind sunglasses, revealing a mystery.

This old man is actually more handsome than me at this moment?

Aren't you coming with me?

Xia Che asked.

"There's no other way, unless... young master wants to become a fugitive with me?"

Ning Zheyuan was smoking a cigarette with a smile, and he raised his head to look in the rearview mirror. Xia Che looked in the same direction and found that several law enforcement vehicles were already driving towards them.

It came on strong.

"Holy crap, when did they catch up?"

Xia Che was startled.

Were there cops following us the whole time?

He was in the passenger seat and didn't notice at all the time!

"140 km/h the whole way, and that was in the city, damn it... thanks to you, I got to go crazy for once."

Ning Zheyuan, with a cigarette dangling from his lips, casually crossed his legs and placed them on the dashboard. Listening to the wailing sirens in his ears, he curled his lip in disdain.

"Just arrest me, there's no need for both of us to perish here."

"Go, young master, and bring back that girl in the wheelchair."

"Remember to come to the police station to bail me out after you're done. Of course, I hope there are two people coming to bail me out. If it's just you, young master... then don't come. It's just a nuisance to watch."

The situation was urgent, and Xia Che didn't hesitate. The law enforcement vehicle behind him was already very close, and if he delayed any longer, they might see him.

At that point, neither of them will be able to leave.

Bringing Jiang Yu back proves that Ning Zheyuan's efforts were worthwhile.

This is a promise between men.

"Um!"

Xia Che nodded emphatically, took a deep breath, turned around and rushed into the alley, running wildly towards Jiang Yu's house.

Behind me, sirens blared as they drew nearer.

The sound resounded through the sky.

...

The dull footsteps pounded on the ground. Xia Che's gaze swept quickly over the house numbers of the surrounding gatehouses, finally settling on the tiled house with a small courtyard in front of him.

"arrive……"

Xia Che steadied himself against the wall, took a couple of breaths, and then, without delay, knocked on the door a few times with a nervous heart.

The inside was quiet, without the slightest sound.