Chapter 204 Taking a Chance
Based on Han Xi's words, Shen Jiheng also began to observe the surrounding situation, and indeed some people's workstations were suitable for doing this kind of thing.
“You’re right, but finding them is easier said than done. There are tens of thousands of people in these buildings; they’re unlikely to reveal that they were being secretly filmed.”
Han Xi knew it would be difficult, but if he didn't try, he would have no chance at all.
“I know it will be difficult, so we’ll have to take a chance. We’ll split up and look for clues as planned.”
Shen Jiheng grabbed her hand: "But what you're doing is dangerous."
"I'm not afraid. I can't bear to see the company suffer. I must find the culprit."
Regardless of whether Chang Long can be arrested, as long as it can be proven that Ai Bao'er was murdered rather than committed suicide, their Han Shu Group will have a way out.
Shen Jiheng sighed inwardly, knowing he couldn't persuade her, and nodded helplessly.
"Alright, I'll arrange for some more people to come and help look for it. Be careful yourself."
"You too, I hope God will be on our side."
Seeing Han Xi's determined back, Shen Jiheng smiled. She always gave him different feelings. Her stubborn and unyielding appearance now, and her gentle and virtuous demeanor at home, both occupied his heart.
Based on the floor and location, Han Xi observed the best spot for taking photos. Although it was just a matter of luck, she didn't want to miss any opportunity.
She found nothing by noon and, seeing employees from various companies leaving for the day, had no choice but to follow them.
Han Xi's legs were aching from walking. She leaned against the elevator wall and sighed, overhearing people whispering among themselves.
"Why did Director Guan suddenly resign today? There was no indication of it beforehand, and he didn't hand over so many things. The boss was really worried."
“I’m also curious. He just developed the latest drone last week, and yesterday he said he was going to test it on the roof. At the last meeting, he praised the product to the skies, saying it would definitely sell well.”
"I find this scary. Could it be that Director Guan saw something yesterday and got frightened?"
Han Xiling sensed something was wrong; these people were discussing Ai Bao'er's suicide attempt yesterday.
And regarding their drone tests, if it happened at the same time, then he must have captured something.
Soon a reprimanding voice came: "Are you people tired of living? If the people from Xingtong Company hear this, you won't even know how you disappeared."
Han Xi decided against pressing them for details. Judging from their conversation, they seemed to have a strong aversion to the neighboring company, and involving them would inevitably cause trouble.
But new clues are always a good thing.
Han Xi quickly took out her phone after exiting the elevator, but was stopped by the two people just as she was about to make a call.
"Ms. Han, our General Manager Chang would like to invite you."
Han Xi smiled and stepped back: "Sorry, I have something to do and it's inconvenient."
Seeing that she was about to leave, the two men blocked her way. Han Xi scolded, "What are you trying to do? Do you dare to arrest me in public?"
Chang Long is really quite capable; he actually managed to discover her whereabouts.
One of them stepped forward, handed her a photo, and explained to her in a humble tone.
"Of course we wouldn't dare to take you away, but your grandmother took two children out to play today, and they happened to be at the children's club under our Xingtong brand. They're enjoying a meal in the VIP room right now."
Han Xi's expression changed drastically when she saw the photo. She had heard from her grandmother that morning that she was going to take the child out to play, but she didn't expect it to be Chang Long's territory.
"Our General Manager Chang said that if Miss Han refuses to go, he's worried that you'll be anxious if you go back and don't see your child."
Han Xi gritted her teeth. It seemed that this path was far more difficult than she had imagined. Chang Long's methods were beyond her expectations.
"Alright, then lead the way."
Han Xi calmly put her phone back in her bag, then quickly pressed the call button to dial Shen Jiheng's number.
When she encountered danger, she would contact Shen Jiheng immediately, but each time she was extremely disappointed, which made her lose confidence.
This time, she was taking a gamble, hoping that Shen Jiheng could regain the trust he had lost.
Shen Jiheng now answers her calls instantly, only to hear a stranger's voice.
"Ms. Han, as per our General Manager Chang's request, in order to ensure a pleasant conversation, please hand over your bags to us."
When Shen Jiheng recorded the agent's crimes with a voice recorder last time, Chang Long became more cautious and decided not to let Han Xi get close with the bag.
Han Xi angrily asked, "Where are my grandmother and child at your club? I'm warning you, if you dare to hurt them, I'll make you pay with your lives."
"Ms. Han, please don't get angry. Once your conversation is over, Mr. Chang will send your family home safely."
Shen Jiheng sensed something was wrong; Han Xi had been taken away by Chang Long's men, who were also using her family as leverage.
They must still be nearby. Shen Jiheng immediately rushed downstairs to search everywhere, but still couldn't find Han Xi.
I can no longer hear their conversation on the phone; they must have already taken Han Xi away.
Shen Jiheng immediately called Gu Beichen and told him to go to the club to find Grandma Gu and the child. He had to bring them home safely, as he certainly couldn't abandon Han Xi.
Shen Jiheng arrived at Xingtong Company and went straight to Chang Long's office upon entering.
Upon seeing this, the staff member followed up: "President Shen, our General Manager Chang is not in the company today, and there is no one in his office."
Shen Jiheng didn't believe it, so he went straight to the office and pushed open the door, only to find that there was no one inside.
Shen Jiheng, his face cold, asked sternly, "Where is he?"
The staff member replied tremblingly, "We don't know either. President Chang never reports his whereabouts to us."
Shen Jiheng gritted his teeth and walked to his desk. Seeing the valuable mural on the wall, he grabbed a sculpture from the desk and smashed it. Broken glass splattered all over the floor, startling the others who quickly stepped back.
"Call me and look for him. If he doesn't come out today, I'll smash up his office."
The staff immediately made a phone call and replied in a panic, "President Shen, President Chang's phone is switched off, and we can't reach his assistant either. We can't help you find him."
It seemed this person was deliberately keeping an eye on him. Shen Jiheng couldn't wait any longer. He glared at these people and said seriously, "Contact me immediately once you get in touch with him, otherwise if anything happens to Han Xi, none of you will escape."
After uttering these harsh words, Shen Jiheng strode away and immediately contacted Director Wu, needing his help to investigate the location where Han Xi had been taken away.
Now he's calling the police on the grounds that Han Xi has been kidnapped; let's see how Chang Long responds.
In a luxurious private room at a Western restaurant, Chang Long cut his steak with a smile on his face, his eyes occasionally glancing at Han Xi, who was fuming across from him.
"Mr. Han, this Western restaurant is usually a favorite spot for celebrities and nobles. Ordinary people can't get in; you need to make a special reservation. This steak is top-grade Kobe Wagyu beef; you can't get it anywhere else."
How could someone make a threat so respectable? Han Xi couldn't understand what he was doing.
She thought he had someone take her away and confiscate her bag to trap her, but it turned out he came to enjoy a meal.
"Why don't you eat it? I guarantee that after you try it, you'll never like steak anywhere else again. I specially made a reservation for you."
"So you knew all along that I would be coming today."
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