This week, Wu Youyou's days seemed to be shrouded in a peaceful and serene atmosphere.

She often took time to visit her elder brother, Han Shuzhen, and her brother.

The Xiao family's attitude towards Han Shuzhen has become milder. Although she moved into the Xiao family in a grand manner, she rarely stayed overnight.

Instead, she chose to stay quietly in her older brother's lab, witnessing his focus and dedication every time.

My elder brother's scientific research is in full swing, and his financing plan is also progressing steadily.

As for Shi Zhan, it seems that he disappeared from her world after the last steak dinner.

On the contrary, Song Shaojie visited frequently, each time mysteriously taking Liu Xiaolan away for several hours before safely returning her.

During this time, Wu Youyou and Liu Xiaolan were inseparable.

Yang Min, meanwhile, was busy with the crew's preparations every day at Zhai Ming's beck and call.

Hai Shi showed no abnormalities under Lao Huo's supervision, while her father devoted himself entirely to the company's operation and management.

Before she knew it, the start of university was just around the corner. In her spare time, Wu Youyou often sat on the balcony, basking in the warm sunshine, flipping through books, and enjoying this rare tranquility and freedom.

However, the tranquility was shattered by an unfamiliar telephone ring.

Wu Youyou frowned slightly as she looked at the unknown number on her phone screen, a sense of unease rising in her heart.

She answered the phone, and a familiar yet unfamiliar voice rang in her ear.

"haven't seen you for a long time!"

Wu Youyou's heart skipped a beat, and she blurted out, "He Qiangwei!"

The voice on the other end of the phone sent chills down her spine; it seemed that He Qiangwei was no longer the He Qiangwei she used to be.

Wu Youyou frowned and asked coldly, "What do you want by calling?"

"I'll be waiting for you in this abandoned building in the southern suburbs. It's time to settle some things."

There was a hint of something strange in He Qiangwei's tone. Wu Youyou refused without hesitation.

"No, we have nothing to see."

However, He Qiangwei's words made her heart sink.

"Alright, then I'll feed Liu Xiaolan to the fish in the sea."

There was a shouting voice on the phone; the voice sounded very familiar.

It's Liu Xiaolan's voice!

Wu Youyou immediately stood up and found that Liu Xiaolan was not at home. She had gone out today and had not returned yet.

She originally thought Liu Xiaolan had been taken out to play by Song Shaojie again, but she didn't expect that she would be captured by He Qiangwei and the others.

Wu Youyou felt as if she had fallen into an ice cave; she was extremely anxious.

"Don't hurt her, or I won't let you get away with it!"

"Haha, as long as you come alone, I won't do anything to her?"

He Qiangwei's voice carried a hint of madness.

Liu Xiaolan felt a chill run from the soles of her feet straight to her heart; she knew she was on the verge of life and death.

"Okay, I'm coming right now! Wait for me!"

Wu Youyou's voice was anxious yet firm on the other end of the phone. A complex mix of emotions welled up in Liu Xiaolan's heart, a mixture of gratitude and worry.

He Qiangwei hung up the phone with satisfaction. She walked up to Liu Xiaolan, her eyes cold and vicious.

She looked at Liu Xiaolan, who was tied to the pillar, and a cruel smile curled at the corner of her mouth.

"She's really worried about you; she actually agreed to come see me. Don't worry, I'll let you go as soon as she comes."

Looking at He Qiangwei's distorted face, Liu Xiaolan was filled with fear.

She didn't know if she could get through this.

"He Qiangwei, what exactly do you want to do?"

Liu Xiaolan's voice trembled.

He Qiangwei's eyes widened, and she said excitedly,

"What am I going to do? I want you all to die, of course!"

Her words were filled with madness and hatred.

Liu Xiaolan was so frightened that she trembled all over and dared not look He Qiangwei in the eye.

All he could do was silently pray that Wu Youyou wouldn't come over.

Wu Youyou hurriedly left home and headed to an abandoned building in the southern suburbs of the city.

Filled with unease and worry, she didn't know what awaited her.

But she knew that no matter what, she had to rescue Liu Xiaolan and prevent this innocent girl from getting hurt.

Wu rushed into the abandoned building without regard for anything else.

When she saw Liu Xiaolan tied to the pillar, her heart was instantly torn apart.

"Lazybones, what's wrong?"

Wu Youyou called out anxiously.

Liu Xiaolan struggled to open her eyes, and when she saw Wu Youyou, a hint of relief flashed in her eyes.

However, her body was so weak that she didn't even have the strength to speak.

"Stop shouting, she's just a little dehydrated in this hot summer!"

He Qiangwei emerged from behind the pillar, her face now bearing a long, menacing scar.

Wu Youyou was not intimidated by her appearance. She knew that He Qiangwei was a wicked person who had now kidnapped Liu Xiaolan, which was simply unforgivable.

"You better let go of Xiao Lan right now!"

Wu Youyou shouted angrily.

He Qiangwei burst into laughter.

"What's the rush? I just want you to know that I can catch her, and I can catch everyone you care about. Unless you kill me, I won't let you live in peace!"

Her eyes seemed to be spitting fire.

Wu Youyou took a deep breath, trying to remain calm.

What exactly do you want?

He Qiangwei glanced at the empty warehouse around her.

"Give me ten million, and I'll release her immediately!"

As she spoke, she pressed the dagger against Liu Xiaolan's neck, and a red mark immediately appeared on Liu Xiaolan's skin.

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