Chapter 326 Jealousy
Thinking of this, Bai Zhuwei's expression turned slightly stern, and a cold glint flashed in her eyes.
Seeing the coldness on Si Yanxiao's face, Gu Nan knew he was displeased with Bai Zhuwei. She narrowed her eyes and stepped forward, coldly scoffing, "Passing by? But we are not going the same way. Miss Bai, please do as you please."
As he spoke, he was giving Bai Zhuwei the order to leave, but she seemed not to hear him and didn't care at all.
She looked up at Si Yanxiao, a slight smile playing on her lips, and then asked, "I can leave, but don't you want to know why the people in this scroll look so familiar?"
"You know?" Upon hearing this, Si Yanxiao's expression darkened slightly, and he suddenly spoke in a cold voice.
Bai Zhuwei and Si Yanxiao faced each other, their brows slightly raised, their eyes subtly scrutinizing each other, but neither of them denied it.
Seeing this, Gu Nan understood the situation and then waved slightly to the people who came to investigate.
Those people instantly understood, nodded slightly, and turned to leave.
Behind the enormous artificial hill, only three people remained, staring at each other in bewilderment.
"The bystander has left. Miss Bai, can you speak now?"
Seeing that Bai Zhuwei was just staring blankly at Si Yanxiao without saying a word to explain, Gu Nan couldn't help but urge her.
Upon hearing this, Bai Zhuwei's eyes flickered slightly, and she slowly walked to Si Yanxiao, leaning slightly to look at the person in the scroll.
When Si Yanxiao saw her suddenly approach, he pursed his lips and reflexively dodged backward.
Bai Zhuwei noticed his subtle movements, and a hint of coldness flashed almost imperceptibly in her eyes, but she didn't show it on her face.
After seeing the person in the painting clearly, Bai Zhuwei's face showed mockery, and she suddenly let out a cold sneer.
Si Yanxiao glanced at her sideways, his brows furrowing slightly, a hint of confusion flashing across his face.
Before he could even ask a question, Bai Zhuwei coldly said, "No wonder you think she looks somewhat like Jiang Ran. It's not just similar, it's her!"
As soon as he finished speaking, Si Yanxiao's face suddenly showed surprise, and Gu Nan also looked astonished.
After all, this scroll was discovered by Ji Liang of the Investigation Department, so it must be related to him. But what does it have to do with Jiang Ran?
Just as the two were pondering this, Bai Zhuwei's eyes darkened slightly, and she continued, "Ayan, do you think Jiang Ran and Si Jiliang's relationship is completely innocent?"
"Do you think I put Si Jiliang in jail before? The reason he wanted to harm me was because of Jiang Ran!"
Upon hearing Bai Zhuwei suddenly bring up the previous matter, Gu Nan's face flashed with surprise, and she immediately asked, "What does this have to do with Jiang Ran?"
At the time, it was obvious to everyone that Bai Zhuwei had framed him. After all, Jiang Ran's words made sense. What kind of women could Si Jiliang not be surrounded by? Why did he have to fall for her?
Even if she wanted to retaliate against Si Yanxiao, she wouldn't have resorted to such a desperate measure. Given how much Si Yanxiao valued Bai Zhuwei at the time, this matter would definitely not end well.
Furthermore, if Si Jiliang really wanted to take action and completely break ties with Si Yanxiao, becoming his enemy, how could he possibly allow Bai Zhuwei to escape?
At the time, the situation was urgent, and Si Yanxiao didn't think much about it. But now, upon closer inspection, the matter is clearly full of suspicious points.
Although Si Yanxiao had always been skeptical about this matter, he did not refute it.
Seeing that Si Yanxiao did not express his opinion, Bai Zhuwei replied in a deep voice: "Jiang Ran and Si Jiliang have a close relationship. Si Jiliang is trying to take his anger out on me just to avenge Jiang Ran!"
Then, turning to look at Si Yanxiao, she pursed her lips slightly and continued, "During this time, you've listened to Jiang Ran and deliberately distanced yourself from me, so there are some things I've investigated that I haven't had a chance to tell you..."
As she spoke, her brows drooped slightly, and a hint of grievance flashed across her face.
Hearing the emphasis in her words, Si Yanxiao disregarded her tone, his eyes narrowed slightly, and he asked in a cold voice, "What is it?"
When Bai Zhuwei saw him ask the question, a hint of triumph flashed in her eyes. She then explained softly, "Jiang Ran is far more complex than you think. It's all an act!"
"She's been entangled with Si Jiliang for a long time, with a deep master-disciple relationship. The reason she's able to be with you is also premeditated. She's been putting on an act with you all along!"
"Master and disciple?" Si Yanxiao's eyes darkened slightly as he asked.
What she said matched what Jiang Ran had told him earlier. Could there really be some hidden story behind this?
Seeing Si Yanxiao's brow furrow slightly and his displeasure on his face, Bai Zhuwei's eyes flashed, and she continued, "What my people found is indeed true. If you don't believe me, you can continue your investigation from this angle!"
Bai Zhuwei spoke with an air of certainty, as if she were determined to burn her bridges, but in reality, she was also somewhat apprehensive.
After all, although the master had given her some pointers, she had only vaguely guessed the specifics.
Her repeated attempts to attack Jiang Ran, yet her ability to evade them, were no accident; she might even possess some extraordinary skills.
In this way, everything makes sense.
Seeing that Si Yanxiao remained silent, Bai Zhuwei carefully observed his expression and then earnestly said, "Ayan, you must not be deceived by that kind of woman. Even if there is no possibility between us, we must never let her succeed!"
Si Yanxiao listened to his words with his eyes lowered, his gaze darkening and his expression becoming inscrutable.
Seeing her seemingly considerate demeanor, Gu Nan felt a chill run down her spine, her mind filled with a sense of insincerity.
"Ayan, how do you plan to handle this matter?" Bai Zhuwei pressed her advantage, determined to get a satisfactory answer from Si Yanxiao.
Seeing her urging him, Si Yanxiao looked displeased and replied coldly, "This is my business, so I won't trouble you."
The tone was distant and cold, and Bai Zhuwei's expression immediately froze.
"Ayan, you're not complaining about me, are you?"
"I'm saying all these thankless things for you!" Bai Zhuwei explained repeatedly.
But these words sounded particularly ridiculous to Si Yanxiao. His relationship with Jiang Ran had just begun to improve, and suddenly he had to face this trust issue again.
There was someone constantly giving him pointers, which immediately made him feel annoyed.
He then retorted coldly, "I know you mean well, but this is my 'family matter' after all!"
Si Yanxiao emphasized the word "family matter" in his words, making it clear that she didn't need to meddle.
When Bai Zhuwei saw that he had excluded her directly, her expression changed drastically, and a hint of coldness flashed in her eyes.
Out of the corner of his eye, he saw Gu Nan standing silently with a faint smile, looking like she was watching a show, not saying a word to ease the atmosphere. A surge of anger rose in his heart.
Then his expression changed, a sinister glint flashing between his brows, and he coldly uttered harsh words: "Fine! How you handle it is none of my business, anyway, your heart is entirely devoted to that woman now!"
"Our relationship doesn't count for anything in your heart anymore! You can spoil her however you want!"
Having said that, she glared at him coldly and angrily. Seeing that he remained unmoved, a hint of resentment rose in her eyes. Then, in a fit of rage and shame, she turned and left.
Gu Nan looked up at her angry departing figure, raised an eyebrow, and asked in surprise, "Aren't you going to chase after her?"
Upon hearing this, Si Yanxiao's expression turned cold, and he replied in a chilling voice, "Chase what?"
Gu Nan realized she had spoken out of turn. After all, it was obvious to everyone that Si Yanxiao's attitude towards Bai Zhuwei was no longer what it used to be, and he had even explicitly forbidden her from entering the company.
Jiang Ran, however, has somehow begun to occupy a significant place in his heart, though he himself hasn't realized it yet.
Her eyes flickered slightly, and she changed the subject, asking, "Do you think what she said is credible? Should we investigate further?"
Si Yanxiao's eyes turned slightly cold. After a moment's thought, he replied in a low voice, "No need."
As soon as he finished speaking, he strode outside.
Seeing this, Gu Nan sighed helplessly, ultimately failing to directly address whether she believed him or not...
She quickly followed his steps, but when she reached the door, she saw Si Yanxiao drive away.
Gu Nan quickly stepped forward to stop him: "Hey! Wait for me!"
Si Yanxiao's gaze darkened slightly, and he replied coldly, "I have other things to do. You stay with them."
Having said that, he stepped on the gas and sped away.
Gu Nan watched the car disappear in an instant, cursed twice in frustration, and then had no choice but to turn around and share a car with the bodyguards.
On the other side, Si Yanxiao stared ahead, his brows furrowed with malice. The car sped along, the trees on both sides flashing by.
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