Chapter 56

Xu Sui immediately checked the registration information of Xiu Ke Company.

Then, he slowly raised his eyes and met Chu Muchao's shocked gaze.

"Yes, it's true. This company recently changed its legal representative, and Chu Wen now holds 70% of the shares."

Then it wasn't a mistake on her part, nor was it a guess.

Chu Muchao lowered his eyes, hiding the disbelief and surprise in them.

Chu Wen had already made these plans when he was still managing the company.

That's why, not long after she took over the company, he became the legal representative of another company, owning 70% of its shares.

Tsk.

The grilled meat in my hand doesn't smell so good anymore.

Chu Muchao frowned and put down the beef covered in dry seasoning.

Gu Xinyi glanced at Xu Sui.

Xu Sui blinked, picked up a piece of grilled scallion sausage, and fed it to Chu Muchao's mouth.

"Try it, you've never had it before!"

"Um."

Chu Muchao took a bite, and a mixture of fragrant and foul smells immediately filled her mouth, causing her to furrow her brows even more.

"...It's very special, and it's really addictive."

"Haha, right?" Xu Sui put her phone away. "Never mind that, eating is the most important thing."

"good."

Chu Muchao readily agreed, but the roasted meat he ate clearly no longer tasted good.

He looked thoughtful, his brows furrowed, a deep sorrow lingering between him.

Having eaten his fill, Chu Muchao put down his chopsticks and took his phone back.

Her finger had already tapped Chu Wen's number, but she hesitated to dial it.

Gu Xinyi said, "If you want to make a call, then go ahead. You can hold it in for a while, but you can't hold it in forever. Instead of overthinking, you might as well ask Chu Wen for clarification."

Xu Sui chimed in, "Yeah, you're definitely going to have to talk anyway. What's bothering you? Why don't you tell us first?"

Chu Muchao shook his head.

"Actually, there's nothing to worry about. I don't even know what I'm struggling with."

Gu Xinyi pouted: "What else is there to be conflicted about? You trust him, you believe in him, but you also doubt him."

"……Um."

Habits and feelings built up over a long period of time are not so easily broken.

But Chu Wen's father's matter... he couldn't let it go.

She believed that Chu Wen's kindness towards her was genuine, but at the same time, she also thought that Chu Wen resented her because of her father's situation.

Xu Sui couldn't bear to see her frown, so he cupped her face in his hands and smoothed her brow with his thumbs.

"Don't frown, baby. Do what you want to do. You have your uncles and aunts, and we're here for you. No matter what happens, we'll always be on your side."

"In other words, even if Chu Wenzhen has some designs on your family, then expose him and disrupt his plans. Who cares what he thinks? In short, we cannot be hurt or wronged."

"If Chu Wen doesn't have bad intentions, then you can clear up your misunderstandings and get along well without any doubts."

"Hmm, that makes sense."

Chu Muchao nodded emphatically, lowered his eyes, and dialed Chu Wen's number.

The phone rang for a while before it was answered.

Chu Muchao held the phone to his ear.

"Brother, when are you coming back? I want to talk to you."

There was silence on the other end of the phone.

After a while, Chu Wen finally spoke.

"You saw the news? I'll be back as soon as possible."

"Okay, I'll wait for you."

After saying that, Chu Muchao hung up the phone.

Xu Sui and Gu Xinyi both noticed that her hands, which were hanging down on her lap, were tightly gripping her phone.

*

Before Chu Wen returned, there was news of Chu Jianghe and Yan Ke's car accident.

Early Sunday morning, the hashtag #ChuJianghe and YanKeCarAccident# trended on social media.

Chu Muchao was awakened from his sleep by the system's gentle yet urgent voice.

[Ms. Mu Mu, this is a trending topic I saw using your account. I suggest you call someone close to your parents to confirm and get in touch with them as soon as possible.]

Upon seeing the screenshot displayed on the semi-transparent panel, Chu Muchao instantly regained his senses.

With trembling fingers, she dialed Chu Wen's number.

At three o'clock in the morning, Chu Wen's phone went unanswered.

Her parents' phones were also unreachable, and she had no one she could contact.

Chu Muchao panicked, put on a coat, and hurriedly ran downstairs.

He didn't even bother pressing the elevator buttons, and started shouting at the top of his lungs.

"Housekeeper! Auntie! My parents have had an accident! Does anyone have their driver's phone number?"

The news was released at 2:50 a.m.

At 3:30, Chu Muchao finally managed to contact the people around his parents.

Their itinerary for this week is to first attend a banquet in Haicheng, and then depart directly from Haicheng to participate in an event in Country Y.

They were on their way to the airport from Haicheng tonight when they collided head-on with a large truck driven by a drunk driver going the wrong way.

The truck driver fled the scene of the accident, but fortunately, a passerby saw it and rescued him from the vehicle in time. He has now been taken to the hospital.

At six o'clock, Chu Muchao arrived in Haicheng.

Through the glass, Chu Muchao could see his parents' condition.

Both of them were still unconscious, with ventilators covering their faces.

Only at this moment did Chu Muchao seem to suddenly wake up, collapsing weakly to the ground.

More than four hours have passed since she was woken up by the system.

She had no idea how she got to Haicheng.

My mind suddenly went blank, and my hands trembled uncontrollably.

[Miss Mu Mu, cheer up, there are still some things I need you to do.]

Chu Muchao: ...Okay.

[I called the police using your phone. They'll be here in ten minutes. There are a few videos in your phone's photo album; please take a look first. Explain the situation to the police later. The videos were copied from the dashcam in the car your parents were in. If the police ask, you can say that the account linked to the dashcam is on your mother's phone.]

【besides……】

Chu Muchao remained silent and followed the system's instructions to complete everything.

I cooperated with the police by giving a statement, registered at the hospital, prepaid the fees, and contacted the housekeeper and the driver's family.

When we finally stopped to rest, it was already noon.

But she felt no hunger at all, only endless panic and confusion.

[Miss Mu Mu, you need to eat to maintain your strength and mental clarity.]

Chu Muchao: I know, but I have no appetite.

You also need to eat something. Your parents haven't woken up yet; they need you.

Chu Muchao: I know!

Chu Muchao clenched his fists, a feeling of frustration welling up inside him.

Just as she was about to angrily pound the chair next to her, she suddenly felt a gentle breeze lift her hand.

The violent beatings turned into gentle touches.

Chu Muchao: ...Is that you?

[Miss Mu Mu, don't worry, they are out of danger, but it will take time for them to regain consciousness.]

What you need to do now is ensure they wake up to find you unharmed, and not add to their worries, right?

Of course she knows the reasoning.

But it happened so suddenly, how could she possibly bear it!

Chu Muchao curled up dejectedly, hugged his legs with both hands, and buried his face between his legs.

Don't cry, you're great, you did a wonderful job.

Chu Muchao: ...

She was crying without making a sound!

I can feel you.

Chu Muchao: ...

Can't I even cry?!

She's only twenty-three years old, doesn't she even have the right to cry?

Sigh. Yes, it's okay to cry.

【(Hug.JPG)】

Chu Muchao: Don't force me to send emojis in my mind!

【good. 】

The pent-up emotions were finally released.

Chu Muchao cried bitterly for several minutes.

In just a few minutes, her eyes were swollen and her nose was completely blocked, making it impossible for her to breathe properly.

Are you feeling better?

Chu Muchao: ...

While you were crying, I ordered takeout for you using your phone. It will arrive in thirteen minutes.

Chu Muchao: You're really annoying!

I figured you might not have much of an appetite, so I ordered some spicy and sour snacks, as well as their homemade plum juice.

Chu Muchao: ...Thank you.

Cheer up, don't worry Mom and Dad, okay?

Chu Muchao: Hmm.

I wouldn't have known if I hadn't checked my phone. When I swiped the screen, I saw dozens of missed calls and unread messages.

There were calls from Chu Wen, Xu Sui and Gu Xinyi, and even Qin Ye made several calls.

They must have all seen the news from the early hours of the morning.

Chu Muchao replied to the group message: It's okay, I'm in Haicheng.

The message was sent out, and Chu Wen called immediately.

Chu Muchao hesitated for two seconds before answering the phone.

"Chaochao, what's the situation now? Which hospital are you in? I'm already in Haicheng."

Chu Wen's voice sounded flustered, anxious, and full of unease.

Chu Muchao couldn't help but frown, suppressing the irritation rising in his heart, and said in a cold voice.

"Everyone is safe and sound. I'm also in Haicheng."

Chu Wen hurriedly asked, "I know! Which hospital?"

Chu Muchao blurted out, as if possessed, "You don't know?"

"What?" Chu Wen was stunned.

"You don't know which hospital it is? You don't know what happened? They had an accident in the early hours of the morning, and you were completely unaware?"

With each question, Chu Muchao's tone became sharper, as if accusing or questioning.

Chu Wen was stunned for a long time.

"I... went to bed early last night and booked a flight back to Nancheng this morning."

"Chao Chao, are you... doubting me?"

Chu Wen's deep voice sounded tired and somewhat hurt.

Now that he has started his own company, the procedures and business must be very demanding, and he must be exhausted.

Chu Muchao clenched his fist in frustration.

"Sorry, I'm a little tired, I misspoke."

"...Chaochao, I think there's a misunderstanding between us that needs to be cleared up. Tell me which hospital it is first."

Chu Wen's voice still sounded calm and reliable.

The system's gentle voice echoed in my mind.

Tell him to come to the hospital and stay with you, so you can go to the hotel and rest for a while.

Chu Muchao: Okay.

After hanging up the phone, Chu Muchao sent Chu Wen his location and floor number.

The takeout the system ordered for her arrived at the same time as Chu Wen's.

Chu Muchao, carrying the takeout, nodded to Chu Wen and walked past him.

Chu Wen grasped her wrist.

"Wait a minute, Chaochao..."

Chu Muchao withdrew his hand and said coldly, "I haven't slept since they made the news. I'm very tired. When I wake up, I'll have a good talk with you. We really do need to."

Chu Wen lowered his hand: "Okay."