Chapter Nine: A Temporary Breath of Fresh Air
Chapter Nine: A Temporary Breath of Fresh Air
Chapter Nine: A Temporary Breath of Fresh Air
Zhou Ran arrived at her assigned accommodation and ate her first proper meal since arriving here.
Having eaten quite a bit before escaping, he ate this proper meal with exceptional refinement.
He ate his meal slowly and deliberately.
If it weren't for the fact that his clothes were too casual and he was in a disheveled state...
His face and body were covered in injuries; I thought he was some young master from a wealthy family visiting.
They ate with complete ease and elegance.
Every movement is carefully corrected, even the number of chews is fixed.
Zhou Ran followed etiquette subconsciously due to environmental influences.
God knows, he came from humble beginnings in his past life.
He was often looked down upon by upper-class people because of issues such as etiquette, and they called him a rude nouveau riche behind his back.
To integrate as quickly as possible, he hired the best etiquette team.
It took a whole year to correct all the habits and integrate these etiquettes into every corner of life.
It becomes an unconscious reaction in every gesture.
The previous crisis made him only concerned with saving his own life.
Now we're in a safe environment, surrounded by luxury.
He unconsciously brought out those manners, which earned him a lot of respect from the servants.
His attitude was much better than when he came in; he seemed more respectful.
Respect the clothes first, then respect the person.
Indeed, the ancients were right.
Every word is based on experience.
After Zhou Ran finished her meal, she was taken to a room.
The room's huge bathtub was already filled with water, which was milky white.
Servant explanation.
"This is a milk bath; a soak can help you sleep."
"Um."
Zhou Ran nodded.
"Put your clothes here. If you need anything, just let us know and we'll be right outside the door."
"good."
Upon hearing Zhou Ran's reply, the servant left and considerately closed the door.
Zhou Ran deftly took off her clothes, lay down in the bathtub, enveloped in warm water, and felt every inch of her skin sighing with comfort.
"Wow! This feels so good, this is the life a human being should live."
He worked so hard in his past life so that he could enjoy life at will.
Who knew that he would suddenly find himself in this wretched place after only a short time of enjoying himself.
He soaked in the tub for a very comfortable time, and only came out when he felt a little dizzy.
I dried myself off with a soft bath towel.
He changed into new underwear and pajamas.
I have to say it again: it's good to be rich.
He slipped out of the bathroom in his slippers before beckoning the servants in.
Do you have a first-aid kit?
"It's all ready."
They brought out the prepared medical kit and gestured for Zhou Ran to sit down so they could treat him.
"Should we call a doctor to come and take a look?"
The servant noticed the wound on his hand and couldn't help but ask.
The wound looks very serious; there are several cuts that have broken through the skin, and the wound has scabbed over because it is shallow.
When it got wet, the scabs started to peel up, revealing the skin underneath.
If not handled carefully, infection is possible.
Compared to the deepest one, these are alright.
The deepest wound, with its torn flesh stitched back together, clearly had been treated.
It's still bleeding, not much, but it looks extremely serious.
How could this boy run around like nothing happened despite having such a serious wound?
"No need, it's a minor injury, it doesn't hurt, just apply some medicine."
Zhou Ran said indifferently.
It didn't really hurt; his body seemed to have gotten used to pain.
He was in so much pain all over his body from all that struggling, but he didn't faint from the pain, which shows that although his body was weak, it was still quite resilient.
It's partly because he himself is quite tolerant.
The servant gave Zhou Ran a strange look, but said nothing more and quickly applied the medicine.
Sprinkle a bottle of Yunnan Baiyao on the wound.
The servant glanced at the wound, then silently opened another bottle and poured it all over the wound.
Only then did they take care of all the wounds, padding them with gauze and carefully bandaging them.
After applying medicine to all the wounds, the servants quietly withdrew.
Zhou Ran looked at the neatly bandaged wound and sighed once again how good it is to be rich.
After walking around the room and drinking two glasses of juice, Zhou Ran stopped in front of the huge mirror.
Look around at the person in the mirror.
Just like my first impression.
The reflection in the mirror: exquisite, pampered.
Her features all exuded a kind of docility.
"This really doesn't sound like me!"
Zhou Ran is not just unlike her, they are worlds apart.
He used to be fierce and aggressive, with wolf-like eyes that made him look like a bad person at first glance.
Everyone's first impression of him was that he was difficult to get along with.
The appearance of Zhou Ran before him was the complete opposite of his own.
Obedient, good, soft, kind, easy to bully.
She's the kind of soft, good child who can be easily manipulated.
He had seen many people like this in his past life.
They possess most of the finest qualities of humankind.
They just weren't suited to that society.
In his world, only those who are ruthless and ambitious enough can survive in the long run.
With such a face and personality, there are only two possible outcomes in his world.
It's either a toy or a sacrifice.
Hehe, but in this world, Zhou Ran is also someone who can be bullied by everyone.
He didn't know why he had become Zhou Ran.
I don't know why I appeared in this world.
But everything will eventually come to light, won't it?
He will seek the truth in his own way.
Looking at Zhou Ran's seemingly harmless face in the mirror, a hint of ambition appeared, and her eyes gleamed.
Shedding its harmless aura, the person in the mirror now resembles a wolf in sheep's clothing.
There's something off about it, inside and out.
"That feels right."
He is Zhou Ran now, and whether he likes it or not, it's an unchangeable fact.
Zhou Ran smiled, her harmless demeanor returning.
Sometimes a deceptive appearance can be a weapon, can't it?
He lay down on the bed, sinking into its softness, and drifted off to sleep peacefully.
Before I fell asleep, I was thinking that I hoped I wouldn't be in a different place when I woke up.
After Zhou Ran fell asleep, the bodyguard made sure he was asleep and wouldn't wake up before going downstairs to make a phone call.
At the hospital, Gu Tingxiao and the others waited anxiously outside, finally seeing the operating room light go out.
The nurse came out to inform the family that the patient was out of danger.
Thanks to the timely arrival, the wound avoided a vital area.
He lost a lot of blood, received a blood transfusion for emergency treatment, and is out of danger. He needs to rest.
Hearing this good news, everyone breathed a sigh of relief; it was good that the person was alright.
Gu Tingxiao's phone rang at that moment.
The bodyguard explained Zhou Ran's situation in detail.
"I don't care what methods you use, I need all the information about this person within half an hour!"
"But."
"I don't need excuses, I want results. Mobilize manpower and get it done as soon as possible."
"yes."
Gu Tingxiao exuded an aura of authority, intending to say a few more words before hanging up the phone.
Hearing the sound, Xia Chenggan came closer.
"Any results?"
"No, it's that the stranger who shot and saved people is acting strangely. I'll have someone investigate him."
Gu Tingxiao held the phone further away and explained to Xia Chenggan.
If Zhou Ran were here, she would definitely roll her eyes and then complain.
Wow! This domineering CEO has two faces!
You can speak properly now!
Where's your classic domineering CEO quote? Shouldn't you say, "My affairs are not open to others' interference"?
What happened to your domineering CEO persona? Why did you chicken out as soon as someone else took over?
Don't be a coward! Keep going, your public image is so important! Don't let it collapse!
Xia Chenggan was used to Gu Tingxiao's crazy antics. As long as he behaved himself in front of him and didn't cause any trouble, he wouldn't mind tolerating some of the child's little hobbies.
"I owe this all to this person. He gave me the address, and I'll meet him in person."
Xia Chenggan had his own plans and asked for the address directly.
Gu Tingxiao glanced at him, but still obediently gave him the address.
Tell the bodyguards over there what Xia Chenggan is going to do later.
"Fourth brother, I'm leaving this to you."
"Big brother, don't worry!"
Xia Chengping glanced at Shen Shuyun; he would keep a close eye on this woman and prevent her from getting close to his family.
As for that idiot Gu Tingxiao, it's best to be on guard.
Who knows if he might suddenly become mentally unstable?
Xia Chenggan left immediately and headed straight for Gu Tingxiao's villa.
The bodyguard brought the person in, explained the situation, and said that they had begun investigating Zhou Ran, but because they knew too little, the investigation was still ongoing.
Where are they?
"She's asleep upstairs."
Xia Chenggan gestured for him to take him upstairs to meet the person.
The bodyguard dared not disobey and led the man to the room to open the door.
They were standing by the bed. The bodyguard wanted to wake Zhou Ran, but Xia Chenggan stopped him.
Zhou Ran had half her face buried in the blanket, and her naturally curly hair looked fluffy.
She was breathing softly and gently, like a sleeping kitten.
Xia Chenggan recognized the person in front of him at a glance.
I never expected it to be him. What a small world, and the coincidences are just too much.
How could he have happened to be there by such a coincidence?
And by sheer coincidence, he saved the third brother's life?
What role did he play in this kidnapping?
What secrets does she know? What does she want to get from Gu Tingxiao?
Or what could they gain from the Xia family?
That's really interesting.
Men! This little trick of playing hard to get has completely caught my attention. Let's see how long you can keep up this game!
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