Song Mian, with a calm expression, quickly said, "It's alright, we know you're busy, we completely understand."
"That's right, those two children are both obedient and sensible. I love them to bits." Li Ma poured tea for Ling Jiao and said seriously, "Besides, I'm doing all this for the sake of these two children. How can you say I'm playing matchmaker? You're still single at your age, and I'm already worried. Now that I'm sharing some of my worry with someone else, you're not happy about it. Do you want me to ignore everyone else and just keep nagging you?"
Upon hearing this, Ling Jiao quickly surrendered: "Okay, okay, I can't argue with you. Do whatever you want, as long as you're happy."
Seeing Li Ma proudly look in her direction and raise an eyebrow, Song Mian found Li Ma's appearance particularly adorable.
However, Li Ma's words reminded Song Mian of the reports about Ling Jiao that she had seen online before.
Ling Jiao not only held a high official position, but was also greatly respected and loved in the military.
It can be said that Ling Jiao dedicated everything to the country, including his private life. Even though he was over fifty years old, he still had not started a family.
Seeing how Li Ma and Ling Jiao interacted like a biological mother and son, Song Mian could understand the older generation's love for the younger generation and their desire to see them settle down and start a family.
Silently withdrawing her gaze, Song Mian said, "Chief Ling, actually, I came here this time to tell you that I have thought through the matter you previously told me to consider. I am willing to help you deal with the problem and also to do things for you."
Upon hearing this, Ling Jiao smiled sincerely: "That's wonderful. Miss Song, you are indeed a rare talent. I believe that with your help, many things can be resolved smoothly in the future."
"Excuse me, Chief Ling, I'd like to interrupt for a moment." Qi Yefeng raised his hand and looked at Ling Jiao, asking, "What is it that you need Miss Song's help with? You should be aware of Miss Song's abilities. Although she can do things that ordinary people cannot, apart from that, she is just an ordinary girl. If she encounters any danger, can you guarantee her safety?"
Ling Jiao listened attentively to Qi Yefeng's words and sincerely exclaimed, "You must be Miss Song Mian's good friend, right? I can tell that you care about Miss Song Mian very much."
However, Qi Yefeng denied Ling Jiao's guess.
"You're mistaken. I'm not Miss Song Mian's good friend."
Song Mian looked at Qi Yefeng with some surprise, and then saw the man's serious expression.
Qi Yefeng looked at Song Mian with eyes full of admiration: "Miss Song Mian is more than just a good friend to me! Miss Song Mian is someone I admire, and she is a benefactor to my whole family!"
Song Mian was completely stunned by Qi Yefeng's words and quickly tugged at his sleeve: "Don't say so many embarrassing things in public!"
She discovered that Qi Yefeng was usually quite normal, but he would turn into a die-hard fan whenever she was mentioned!
The problem is that not only is he brain-dead, but he's also shameless!
Qi Yefeng seemed oblivious to Song Mian's expression, as if she wished she could disappear into the ground, and continued, "Our entire family stands with Miss Song Mian, so if you really bring any danger to Miss Song Mian, I will be the first to disagree."
"Alright!" Song Mian reached out and forcefully pulled Qi Yefeng down to sit, her face now completely flushed.
"Chief Ling Jiao, please don't mind. My friend was just too worried about me. He didn't mean any harm." Song Mian looked helplessly at Qi Yefeng.
Ling Jiao maintained her composure throughout, smiled gently, and said, "I understand. Miss Song, you have very good friends. I know your friends helped you last time, and your friendship is truly enviable."
“However, I can also guarantee that what I asked Miss Song to do will not threaten her safety.” Ling Jiao said, taking a photo out of her pocket and handing it to Song Mian.
After Song Mian took the photo, she discovered that it showed a teenager.
The boy looked to be about fourteen or fifteen years old, with fair skin and handsome features. Even though he hadn't fully grown up yet, it was easy to tell that he would definitely grow up to be a rare and handsome man.
The boy stood in front of the pure white wall and took a photo. His aura was aloof and untouched by worldly dust, so calm that he seemed unreal. In particular, his expressionless face revealed a distant and indifferent feeling that kept people at a distance.
Although she was only holding a photograph, Song Mian could still clearly sense the other person's aloof demeanor.
This was the first time Song Mian had seen someone with such a unique aura, so she couldn't help but take a closer look.
"This is the person I want you to help with this time. His name is Yu Bai, and he's practically my adopted son. He's never been very good at interacting with people. So, I hope you can help me spend some time with him and take him out more often," Ling Jiao said.
"Is it enough to just take him out for a walk?" Song Mian had originally thought that Ling Jiao had come to her because she had something crucial to tell her.
Unexpectedly, all Ling Jiao wanted to say to him after all that effort was this.
“Yes. As long as he is willing to have more contact with the outside world, that’s enough. I don’t have any other requirements for my adopted son.” Ling Jiao took a sip of tea and continued, “However, this child is a bit stubborn, so I hope Miss Song can be more tolerant. If he really does something disobedient, Miss Song can take action whenever necessary.”
Seeing Ling Jiao's serious expression, Song Mian looked at the handsome young man in the photo again and suddenly felt that the other party had become troublesome.
After thinking for a moment, Song Mian and Qi Yefeng agreed to Ling Jiao's request to make contact with Yu Bai first. They quickly arrived at the luxury apartment where Yu Bai lived, following the address provided by Ling Jiao.
The next morning, Song Mian went directly to the luxury apartment where Yu Bai was staying.
Just as Song Mian got out of the taxi, she received a call from Qi Yefeng.
Qi Yefeng's voice on the other end of the phone was filled with guilt as he immediately apologized to Song Mian: "I'm sorry, Miss Song, my company is really too busy. Why don't you wait for me, I'll go with you to see Yu Bai..."
Seeing that Qi Yefeng was serious, Song Mian smiled faintly and said, "Mr. Qi, there's no need for such trouble. I've already arrived at Yu Bai's place, and I'll go upstairs to see him now."
Upon hearing this, Qi Yefeng realized that he couldn't stop Song Mian. After hesitating for a while, he said to Song Mian, "Alright then, Miss Song, please call me immediately if you need any help."
Song Mian readily agreed to Qi Yefeng's request, and then went to Yu Bai's residence with practiced ease.
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