Chapter 109 She came to give him a sense of security
Shang Wu's gaze was as calm as a lake as she stared at Zhou Yanci for two seconds: "I don't understand what you mean."
She turned to look at Xiao Dong, and asked blankly, "Can you understand me?"
Xiao Dong stood at attention and shook his head seriously: "I don't understand. It seems Mr. Zhou has damaged his brain and has started talking nonsense."
Shang Wu nodded in agreement: "Then let's call the doctor over to take a look."
Stop pretending!
Zhou Yanci rebuked in a low voice, his eyes burning with anger.
He was breathing rapidly, and after his complexion calmed down, he became pale and weak.
He gritted his teeth: "Ever since I sent your father's doctor to treat him, he has been feeling weak and nauseous, and his hands are shaking so badly that he can't hold anything. His symptoms are exactly the same as your father's."
“My bodyguard also saw the doctor talking to you; the two of you talked alone in the car for a few minutes.”
"You know, don't you?"
Shang Wu narrowed her eyes. The window curtains fluttered, a gentle breeze swept by, and a few stray hairs fell across her forehead.
She raised her hand to tuck her hair behind her ear, completely revealing the coldness on her face.
"What do I know?"
She asked softly, "Did you know that you had the caregiver put something in my father's medicine every day?"
Zhou Yanci's expression changed drastically, but she quickly regained her composure and said, "What nonsense are you talking about?"
"Isn't that right? Then why did you say I drugged you, and that your symptoms were the same as my father's?"
Shang Wu slowly approached him, her slender fingers gripping a half-full glass of water as she handed it to him.
The room fell into a deathly silence.
A hint of guilt and panic flashed in Zhou Yanci's eyes.
He couldn't continue speaking.
They all knew what he was doing, but they couldn't bring it up in public.
Otherwise, even if they don't get married, they will definitely have a complete falling out.
He hadn't yet acquired the company and assets, nor had he yet brought Shang Wu under the Zhou family's control, and he hadn't properly taught her a lesson for her affair with the lawyer.
We can't reveal our hand now.
Zhou Yanci's Adam's apple bobbed up and down before she resumed her usual gentle demeanor.
He sighed softly, "I was confused just now, talking in my sleep. How could I hurt Uncle? He'll be my father-in-law in the future."
To show his loyalty, Zhou Yanci eagerly took the glass of water and drank two mouthfuls.
Shang Wu smiled.
When Zhou Yanci handed her the empty water glass, she didn't take it. Instead, she moved her hand slightly away and reached directly for Zhou Yanci's wrist, gripping it tightly.
Zhou Yanci was taken aback.
"Yes, we'll be family from now on. Yanci, you absolutely mustn't hurt my father. I hate it when anyone hurts my family. If anyone dares to do that—"
Shang Wu's fingernails dug into Zhou Yanci's skin. "Then he will really suffer a fate worse than death."
Zhou Yanci winced in pain, her eyes darting around: "You're threatening me."
"How could that be?"
Shang Wu let go of her hand and took the water glass back. "I was just telling you that my bottom line is my family. We're getting married soon, and we should be honest with each other."
Zhou Yanci stared at Shang Wu and smiled: "Okay, I definitely will."
"You'll be hosting the banquet the day after tomorrow with me. The doctor will be here to treat you later. You don't have any objections, do you?" Shang Wu asked, raising an eyebrow.
Zhou Yanci took a deep breath: "No objection, I'll listen to you."
Shang Wu adjusted her watch without looking up: "I have a meeting in half an hour, you go to sleep."
She had just turned around and walked to the door when she heard a knock on the door downstairs.
Xiao Dong immediately went downstairs.
Shang Wu then closed the door without looking back.
Downstairs, someone was anxiously banging on the door.
"Coming, coming! Who is it?"
Xiao Dong opened the door, thinking it was the doctor, but unexpectedly it was Zhou's mother.
He paused for a moment, then said, "Madam."
"Where's my son? Is he here?"
After saying that, Zhou's mother was about to rush in.
Shang Wu stepped forward and blocked Zhou's mother.
"Madam, Yanci is not feeling well and needs to rest."
Zhou's mother's face turned ashen, and she sneered, "Isn't his discomfort all because of you? Why didn't you let him rest properly in the hospital, instead of making him go through all this trouble!"
A hint of impatience flashed in Shang Wu's eyes: "Madam is wronged. I didn't torment him. Someone deliberately knocked him unconscious and took him away. It's probably someone he had enemies in the business world."
"The company is all yours now, so if anyone's seeking revenge, it'll be you, right? Shang Wu, tell me, what exactly do you mean now? Do you still want to be with Yan Ci?"
Zhou's mother stared intently at her, feeling extremely uncertain.
When her son's affair with Shen Mian was exposed and the company was in chaos, she felt something was wrong.
If a normal person suddenly finds out that their fiancé cheated on them with his ex-girlfriend and got her pregnant, wouldn't they be devastated and unable to recover?
But Shang Wu didn't even shed a tear, and took the opportunity to snatch the position of group president.
After that, their attitude towards the mother and son plummeted, and they lost all basic respect.
To keep Shang Wu in check, Zhou Yanci recently gave her all his assets.
Now they are being led by the nose. The company that the late Mr. Zhou founded does not have a single share in it. Is that reasonable?
The more Zhou's mother thought about it, the more panicked she became. She couldn't help but bring up the past again: "Shang Wu, don't forget when your family was in trouble, your brother went to jail, and you, as a member of the Shang family, were summoned for investigation. Who was it that got you out of jail and went against everyone's wishes to get engaged to you! You can't be ungrateful!"
Shang Wu looked at Zhou's mother, her gaze shifting downwards to settle on the diamond haute couture necklace around her neck.
This was a gift from Zhou Yanci to her mother on her birthday this year.
But every penny that Zhou Yanci was able to inherit from the company was earned by stepping on their merchants.
Even if Zhou's mother was unaware of the situation, as a beneficiary, she should still give back the benefits she had taken.
Shang Wu smiled gently, avoiding conflict with Zhou's mother: "It is indeed my blessing to marry Zhou Yanci. Don't worry, I will repay this kindness properly."
Zhou's mother didn't understand her implication and was stunned, not knowing how to react for a moment.
Xiao Dong then made a gesture of invitation.
He said in a low voice, "Please, madam, otherwise I will have to have the bodyguards escort you out."
Seeing Xiao Dong's submissive and loyal demeanor towards Shang Wu, Zhou's mother was furious.
She raised her hand and pointed at Xiao Dong.
"You're an ingrate too!"
Xiao Dong quickly lowered his head and curled his lip in disdain.
After everyone left, Shang Wu looked at him and said, "Guard this place well. Don't let a single fly in. You can invite the media reporters from the banquet. Treat them well."
She also pointed at these people for spreading the truth.
Back then, merchants were the laughingstock of Lincheng, someone everyone avoided.
This time, she wanted the news of the merchants' undeserved misfortune to spread throughout the country.
Shang Wu composed herself and looked back at the villa.
"Find an agent to list the villa for sale."
Zhou Yanci transferred all the assets to her, including this property.
The thought of Zhou Yanci and Shen Mian spending countless nights inside made her feel nauseous.
Shang Wu got into the car and thought about calling Lu Rang while driving, but after thinking about it, she called Yan Yue instead.
"Attorney Yan, have things been taken care of on my brother's side?"
Yan Yue smiled and said, "Don't worry, everything will be foolproof."
"Thank you for your hard work. I'll give you a big red envelope after the case is closed."
After saying that, Shang Wu changed the subject: "By the way, is Lu Rang at the law firm?"
"He's already resigned. He doesn't come to the law firm except for handing over his work." Yan Yue said in confusion, "Wait, didn't you already know that?"
Shang Wu smiled and said, "I know, but I can't find him. Could you help me find out where he is and send me his address?"
"sure……"
Yan Yue suddenly felt something was off. "Then wait for me for two minutes."
Shang Wu looked straight ahead: "Okay."
The phone call ended, and the carriage fell silent.
Shang Wu stared ahead, gripped the steering wheel tightly, and slowly exhaled.
She knows all too well how important it is to have someone's unwavering support and choice when you're vulnerable.
Lu Rang insisted that she consider it one last time, and didn't believe she would answer immediately, which showed his lack of security.
When she was helpless, Lu Rang charged into battle alongside her.
Putting aside feelings, it's time for her to repay Lu Rang.
Shang Wu quickly received a call back from Yan Yue, informing her that Lu Rang had arranged the Shang family case at the court. Her heart warmed, and she stepped on the gas.
Fifteen minutes later, she arrived at her destination and sat outside the office to wait.
The corridor was quiet, with uniformed staff passing by from time to time.
Shang Wu waited for a while, and then the door opened.
She looked up and met Lu Rang's gaze directly.
Lu Rang hesitated for a moment before closing the door and walked over.
Why are you here?
"I've come to find you and give you my answer." Shang Wu stood up.
Lu Rang pursed his lips, noticed that she was wearing high heels again, and pulled her away.
As soon as they entered the elevator, Shang Wu took a step closer to him, her high heels pressing against his leather shoes, and gently kicked them.
"Lu Rang, I don't care about your illness."
Lu Rang lowered his eyes: "High heels?"
Shang Wu tugged at his sleeve: "I'm serious."
Lu Rang paused for two seconds, then asked, "Have you ever seen me when I'm truly having an episode? Don't speak so lightly."
bite--
The elevator doors opened.
Lu Rang took two steps forward, knelt down on one knee, and said in a tone that brooked no refusal, "Come on up."
Before Shang Wu could react, her clothes were suddenly tugged forcefully.
She couldn't control herself, cried out in surprise and fell forward, landing on Lu Rang's back.
Lu Rang carried her on his back and walked steadily out step by step.
Shang Wu calmed her breathing, leaned against his warm back, and poked at the lawyer's name tag on his chest with her fingertips.
"What did you mean just now? Are you afraid I can't handle you when you have a seizure? So if you never have a seizure, I'm supposed to keep waiting?"
Lu Rang remained silent.
There are three long steps leading up to the courthouse.
With steady, powerful steps, he carried Shang Wu to the car: "I'll take you home."
Shang Wu wouldn't let Lu Rang change the subject: "Didn't I see it last time? I didn't think anything of it."
Lu Rang gave her a deep look: "That was my first time this year, and also the lightest. Usually, it's late spring..."
He paused, then opened the car door for Shang Wu: "I was too selfish before and didn't tell you about this. Take a look first, and then decide whether you want to come to my world."
Shang Wu had no choice but to soften her tone: "Okay, let's go back first."
She went around to the driver's seat, got in, and changed into flat shoes.
"My leg is all better now. Get in the car, I'll give you a ride."
Lu Rang frowned slightly, resisting: "Don't treat me like a patient, just treat me like usual."
Shang Wu smiled and said, "What? I just need to go somewhere after I drop you off."
Lu Rang paused for a moment, then sat down.
Not long after the car drove off, Shang Wu's fingertips traced along the steering wheel and landed on the back of Lu Rang's hand.
"Don't keep me waiting too long. I've already told you I don't care."
Lu Rang was slightly taken aback, his eyes gradually darkening.
He pulled his hand back, took out his phone, and, after a long time, found his therapist's number and sent a text message.
How can one actively trigger psychological trauma, leading to an illness?
Seeing that he kept avoiding her, Shang Wu felt a little disappointed and pursed her lips, no longer speaking.
The car was parked in front of Lu Rang's apartment.
Shang Wu watched him get off the car, wanting to say something, but ultimately couldn't bring herself to say it.
She rolled up the car window, turned around, and drove away.
The next second, the phone suddenly rang.
Shang Wu answered the phone: "What's wrong?"
Lu Rang remained silent for a while, as if he had made a great decision.
"Shangwu, see you tomorrow."
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