"Later, someone came over, so I had to dive down. My head hurt a lot, but I didn't realize I had a wound. After a long time, I couldn't hold my breath anymore, so I came up from the bottom and swam towards the reef. I was too tired and a little dizzy, and I don't remember what happened after that."

She knew that this sudden situation was dangerous; if no one was around, she might be found by Yu's people and fall into their hands.

Exhausted, she fainted before she could find a place to hide.

Hearing this, Lan Jingyan felt as if she had survived a disaster and regained what she had lost.

He almost lost the woman he loved; he was so close.

"Ayan, don't cry."

This wasn't the first time Yan Xiluo had seen him cry, but every time it was for her.

Lan Jingyan only becomes vulnerable when it comes to things related to her.

"I almost lost you. I'm so grateful you're still here and didn't abandon me. I'm so glad you're okay, otherwise I would never forgive myself for this."

He understands that feeling all too well, has experienced it deeply, and once is enough; he never wants to experience it again.

For example, losing her, the torment he suffered during her amnesia was nothing compared to what he endured.

"I won't leave you behind next time. I remember seeing a butterfly tattoo on Yu's collarbone when I left; that's a clue."

"I can pay more attention in the future, because even if I apply foundation to cover the tattoo, it will still be noticeable."

You can see it as long as she wears low-cut clothes.

Knowing the Yan family so well, she carefully recalled the guests who attended her grandmother's birthday banquet last time, but couldn't think of any suspicious people.

I'll just have to be more careful in the future.

"A butterfly tattoo? I'll have my men keep an eye out for it too."

This is indeed a good clue, but it's a bit difficult...

What if that person never wears low-cut clothes? How can we find them?

"Okay, I'll draw the tattoo as realistically as possible in a bit."

The image of that butterfly tattoo is still etched in her mind, vividly remembered.

Unfortunately, I didn't get a clear view of her profile.

"No rush, stay with me for a while longer."

Lan Jingyan was very sleepy, suppressing several yawns, tears welling up in her eyes from exhaustion.

Yan Xiluo nodded, feeling sorry for him seeing how tired he was. She should have let him sleep properly instead of fooling around.

= = =

late at night

Lan Jingyan and Yan Xiluo packed their things to return to China and boarded a private plane together.

Ai Xue was also returning to China this time; she hadn't been back for a long time.

She also has another identity: the eldest daughter of the Ai family.

The Ai family is one of the most prominent families in City A and even the whole country. Ai Xue ran away from home for several years because she didn't want to inherit the family business.

When her cousin told her that their father's health was deteriorating, Yan Xiluo advised her to go back and see her father, so that her willfulness today wouldn't become a regret in the future.

Their meeting was quite serendipitous; Yan Xiluo was thrown into the sea and drifted to Corpse Island.

Aisha, on the other hand, stumbled upon Corpse Island by mistake while fleeing from people sent by her family.

He gritted his teeth and participated in the trial so that he wouldn't be caught by the family security guards and forced to take over the family business.

Ironically, he would rather die in the trials than return home to inherit the family business.

"Xue'er, there's really nothing to be afraid of. Just go back and find a capable man to be your father's son-in-law, and let him manage your family company, right?"

Seeing Ai Xue's gloomy face, Yan Xiluo teased her, wanting to cheer her up.

“When I get back, I’ll come to your house and check on Uncle Ai’s condition. I can cure him. I’ll let him manage the company for a few more years as payment for his medical treatment.”

Yan Xiluo genuinely wanted Ai Xue to relax; she rarely saw Ai Xue with a tearful expression.

"I think these two methods are great! I like them, you're really good!"

"But...where am I going to find a man? The prerequisite is that he has to be outstanding enough, right? Otherwise, how can I expect him to inherit the family business for me..."

Before Ai Xue could even feel happy, she immediately fell into deep thought again.

We can't just find some clueless idiot who can't do anything, can we?

The Ai Group was ruined in his hands, wouldn't his father be furious? If he brings her back, she won't escape her fate.

"It's alright, there's nothing going on in the gang lately. Take your time looking, it's best to find someone you like, someone who understands you and is capable."

Yan Xiluo had tried to persuade Ai Xue before.

Ai Xue said that if she went back, she would have to study finance and management, which she didn't want to do.

After leaving Corpse Island, Yan Xiluo led her to found the Xi Gang.

Aside from gang affairs, she spends her free time learning her favorite riding and archery.

Like Yan Xiluo, she graduated with a doctorate early, but they studied different majors.

They're about the same.

"That's probably difficult. I don't find any men I like."

Ai Xue shook her head in distress, thinking it would be better to just find someone capable.

Anyway, she doesn't necessarily need to be in love.

"If I had known you were so troubled, I should have brought my brother over to help you manage the company. But now that I've assigned all my brothers elsewhere, I can't find anyone reliable for you."

Yan Xiluo ate the fruit that Lan Jingyan fed her, while Lan Jingyan listened quietly to the two girls chatting without interrupting.

Yan Xiluo's appearance made him unable to suppress a smile.

Yan Xiluo's multifaceted nature is adorable.

"Luckily, they were assigned to other places. I wouldn't have the heart to mess with your brothers."

Ai Xue sighed deeply and rested her cheeks on her hands.

If Yan Xiluo is best friends with Li Mufei and An Xinyue, then Ai Xue is a sworn sister.

The feelings are deep, but they are somewhat different from theirs.

"Going back home will be boring. You can come to my company to hang out if you're free. I can also take you out to play in the evening and let you meet my friends."

"Maybe I'll have a romantic encounter."

Yan Xiluo and Ai Xue always chat like this, very open and relaxed.

"A romantic encounter is no match for male models. Give me ten!"

Aisha was just joking, of course; she didn't need any man.

If I don't like anyone, I'll stay single and not touch men.

"Cough cough."

Lan Jingyan coughed lightly twice in dissatisfaction and stared at Yan Xiluo.

[Dare to hire male models? See if you get a beating when you get home! You'll be bedridden for three days and three nights!]

Yan Xiluo glared back innocently.

Please, which ear did you hear me say that?

Yan Xiluo rolled her eyes dramatically.

"Order! Ordering a hundred wouldn't be a problem!"

Yan Xiluo said angrily, "How dare Lan Jingyan threaten me?"

She was determined to outwit him with her rebellious spirit.

"Hehe... No, it's better not to. There's a murderous glint in your man's eyes."

Ai Xue glanced at Lan Jingyan unintentionally. The man seemed to want to throw her off the plane, so how could she dare to say a word of thanks?

That's terrifying, absolutely terrifying!

Ai Xue kept laughing awkwardly, almost laughing until she cried.

"Why are you being so fierce to Xue'er? I'm not serious."

"I want to get my brothers and sisters together for a get-together. It's been so long since we've all gotten together. Does anyone know a reliable person who can bring someone? No male models, please."

Yan Xiluo was also afraid, afraid that she wouldn't be able to get out of bed.

She looked terrible; after all, she had made him nervous for several days, and now she looked rather tired.