She rummaged through the closet and pulled out half a pack of cigarettes. With trembling hands, she took a cigarette out of the pack. With a "click," the flame of the lighter looked tiny and weak in the sunlight, just like a human life.
Over the years, SK has been focusing on developing its own industry, relying on its strength and ability, and acting with integrity, fairness and justice. It never expected that it would be stabbed in the back in such a place.
In her view, this was not a simple case of maritime theft; it seemed more like someone was deliberately sabotaging her career to ruin it.
She sifted through all the hostile forces she could think of, and the most likely one was the Emperor-Slaying Alliance!
But what exactly is the relationship between this pirate group and the Emperor-Killing Alliance?
The more she thought about it, the more agitated she became. The weight of those fifteen lives pressed heavily on her chest, making it almost impossible for her to breathe.
Gu Momo didn't go downstairs for breakfast, nor did she eat lunch or dinner. She locked herself in her room; she needed time to process what had happened.
Downstairs, Li Zhanting had dinner with the children. As soon as they sat down at the table, the three little ones took turns sighing.
"What's wrong with Mommy today? Why isn't she coming down to eat?" Gu Jingxing frowned and looked at everyone with a puzzled expression.
“I don’t know either, but Uncle Li Mo said that Mommy wasn’t in a good mood today, and he specifically told me not to bother her.” Li Zixiao sighed, resting his chin on his hand. “But it’s a bit strange, when Mommy came back, I felt that she seemed quite happy.”
He was certain that Mommy must have had something very exciting happen to her last night!
Li Zhanting didn't speak. Half a minute later, Butler Qi came over with a prepared dinner. "Mr. Ting, Miss Momo's dinner and fruit are ready. Would you like to go up now?"
"Hmm." Li Zhanting took the tray and strode into the elevator.
Before the elevator doors closed, he told Gu Jingxing and Li Zixiao, "Eat your food properly."
The two little ones answered in unison, but clearly weakly, "Yes!"
Li Zhanting carried the tray to Gu Momo's room and knocked softly on the door.
Gu Momo turned over in the room and buried her head in the quilt, wanting to be alone in peace. But after thinking it over, she didn't want Li Zhanting and the children to worry about her, so she lifted the quilt, got out of bed, and opened the door.
Li Zhanting walked in carrying a tray. "I asked Butler Qi to prepare some of your favorite dishes."
"Thanks, but I really don't have much of an appetite today." Gu Momo smiled at her, not wanting Li Zhanting to notice her gloom.
"In a bad mood?" he asked casually as he placed the napkins and cutlery on the table.
"No, it's probably just a woman's period."
She was still smiling, but that forced smile made Li Zhanting feel even more heartache.
Little did she know how clearly he remembered her menstrual cycle; such a lie simply couldn't fool him.
But Li Zhanting still didn't expose her. After placing the food on the table, he picked up the empty tray, stood up, grabbed her wrist, and pulled her into his arms. "Since you're not feeling well, then rest well. Eat a little if you can, and if you can't eat, tell me what you want to eat when you feel better, and I'll make it for you."
Heaven knows how much Gu Momo cherished this hug at that moment, like a phone that had been on standby for a long time and was completely out of power, finally getting fast charging, wishing she could just stick to him and recharge.
She used to think that men were obstacles to her career, but now she realizes that her understanding was too superficial.
Sometimes, men seem to be able to provide her with a kind of emotional support.
Of course, the premise is that the man she likes is just like her Li Zhanting!
"Li Zhanting, why are you so good to me?"
"Because you deserve it."
She thought he would say it was because he liked it or because he loved it, but she never expected Li Zhanting's answer to be like this.
It's not that I give you special value because I love you, but that you are worthy of it all by yourself.
She liked the answer.
"Don't worry about me, I'll eat obediently." Gu Momo's voice was as soft as water as she whispered in his ear.
Li Zhanting's heart sank, and he hugged her even tighter: "Is it because of the robbery of Mandejin?"
"Hmm." Hearing Li Zhanting's question, Gu Momo naturally knew that he already knew the news, so she did not hide it.
She quickly sat up and asked, "So Zhan Ting, who do you think is most likely to oppose us?"
Li Zhanting's deep eyes flashed with a cold, somber expression: "Besides the Emperor-Slaying Alliance, I can't think of anyone else. But since they're targeting us economically, it's very likely they're connected to someone who controls the Emperor-Slaying Alliance's economic lifeline. This is a big fish!"
After Li Zhanting's prompting, Gu Momo immediately perked up!
Yes, if they can be targeted economically, then the other party must be a big fish!
Since the other party is also related to the Emperor-Slaying Alliance, then the other party is very likely to be the spiritual pillar of the Emperor-Slaying Alliance that they are looking for!
"It's like finding a needle in a haystack!" Gu Momo's bright eyes flashed with excitement. "I didn't expect that before we even found any clues about them, they would be so eager to attack us! So as long as we follow this lead, we can successfully uncover the economic lifeline of the Emperor-Slaying Alliance!"
The reason why the Emperor-Slaying Alliance has trained so many assassins and celebrities from all walks of life is not only because of the appeal of the Alliance Leader, but also because of its enormous financial power!
They really want to know who this economic entity is that can support such a large organization!
“Then you should rest well first. Since this matter is related to Y country, we will need the Queen’s help.” Li Zhanting said calmly. “I can tell that the Queen is hostile to us. I will have to talk to her about this matter myself.”
“Okay, then be careful.” Gu Momo said, “Of course, before dealing with this matter, if I can go back to the capital, I will also go back to the capital to see Wanrou and the children, and check on Wanrou’s situation.”
"Yes, just like I thought. We'll go back to the capital together then."
He stayed in the room with her for a while, until he saw Gu Momo finally fall into a deep sleep, before quietly leaving the room.
The moment the door closed, he saw the ashtray hidden at the foot of the bed, filled with cigarette butts. This was the first time he had seen Gu Momo smoke so many cigarettes by herself, and his brows furrowed instantly.
What could possibly be causing her to lose her appetite and even have such difficulty sleeping?
The man's deep eyes held a chilling and dangerous glint as his figure gradually disappeared into the night.
It seems that the series of events that have happened in the Emperor Killing Alliance has indeed made Momo very irritable!
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