Just as Tang Guizhi raised her foot to kick Luo Yan, the door was kicked open, a figure rushed in, picked up Luo Yan, and kicked Tang Guizhi away.
Tang Guizhi slammed into the wall and rolled to the ground, spitting out blood.
Before Xiang Yu could react, his neck was grabbed, and Luo Shicheng's eyes turned bloodshot.
"Xiang Yu, who gave you the audacity to touch my daughter?"
Luo Yan was so frightened by Luo Shicheng's fierce appearance that she lost all control of her expression and nestled quietly in Luo Shicheng's arms, behaving like a good girl.
Xiang Yu was having difficulty breathing, his tongue was sticking out from being choked, but Luo Shicheng did not reduce the force in his hand, like a berserk god of death.
"Luo Shicheng!"
Hua Li, who came in later, saw this scene and stepped forward to grab Luo Shicheng, who was holding Xiang Yu's hand.
"Let go quickly, don't make Mom and Dad worry."
Luo Shicheng remained unmoved, and tightened his grip on Xiang Yu's neck.
Seeing that Xiang Yu was about to be strangled to death by Luo Shicheng, Luo Yan patted Luo Shicheng, "Daddy..."
Luo Shicheng tossed Xiang Yu aside.
Hua Li simply didn't want anyone to die, but she wasn't sympathizing with Xiang Yu. Ignoring Xiang Yu, who was coughing so hard he was about to vomit blood, she reached out to Luo Yan.
"Yanyan, sweet Yanyan, let Mommy hug you."
Although she didn't see what happened in the guest room, the fact that Luo Shicheng was so furious meant that Luo Yan must have been in danger.
The thought of what dangers Luo Yan might have faced if they hadn't arrived in time made Hua Li's heart ache terribly.
Luo Shicheng held Luo Yan tightly, the image of Tang Guizhi kicking Luo Yan replaying in his mind.
Luo Yan is still so young. Even if he is stronger, what difference does it make? If he is really kicked, he will be crippled even if he doesn't die. Wouldn't that be taking his life?
When Hua Li tried to hug Luo Yan for the third time, Luo Shicheng reluctantly let go and placed Luo Yan in Hua Li's arms.
Hua Li called her "baby" and kissed her again and again. Helpless, Luo Yan took out a handkerchief to wipe Hua Li's tears.
Ugh, couldn't you two just wait patiently for my message? You had to show up out of nowhere, ruining all my efforts to turn Xiang Yu and Tang Guizhi against each other. Sigh!
However, it feels really good to be loved by her parents, and Luo Yan thoroughly enjoys their protectiveness.
"Yan Yan..." Xiao Xiu ran over and grabbed Luo Yan's hand, looking up at Luo Yan with clear longing in her eyes.
Hua Li squatted down so that Xiao Xiu could also hug Luo Yan.
Xiao Xiu hugged Luo Yan and, overjoyed, blurted out, "Yan Yan, I missed you so much."
After saying that, Xiao Xiu shyly let go of Luo Yan, but braced herself and held Luo Yan's small hand tightly.
Xiang Yu finally caught his breath and quickly calmed himself down, standing up straight and hissing.
"I'm sorry, it was my fault for not keeping a close watch on people and almost letting Tang Guizhi hurt Yan Yan. It was my fault, and I apologize to Yan Yan and the two of you on behalf of Tang Guizhi."
Hua Li then noticed Tang Guizhi, who was lying on the ground still vomiting blood.
Xiao Xiu saw it too and exclaimed in surprise, "Aunt Tang?"
Luo Shicheng, Hua Li, and Luo Yan all looked at Xiao Xiu at the same time, leaving Xiao Xiu somewhat bewildered.
Xiang Yu knew perfectly well what was going on, but pretended not to, and asked Xiao Xiu, "Little friend, do you know Tang Guizhi?"
Xiao Xiu nodded, "She's my maternal grandfather's nanny."
Luo Yan, no wonder Xiang Yu didn't question her at all when she called Tang Guizhi "Aunt Tang". It turns out she misunderstood and thought Luo Yan recognized Tang Guizhi.
If it weren't for the incident at Rooster Mountain, where Luo Shicheng investigated Aunt Tang, who had been used by Xiao Rong, he really wouldn't have any impression of this person.
Moreover, Tang Guizhi is completely different now than when she was a nanny. She is dressed fashionably and has makeup on, so Luo Shicheng didn't recognize her at first glance.
"Why is she here?" Luo Shicheng questioned Xiang Yu.
Xiang Yu said, "She is a distant relative of my mother's family. I saw that she was efficient and took care of me. She would help me run errands and such. I really didn't know you knew each other."
Tang Guizhi caught her breath and pointed at Luo Shicheng, saying, "You are a soldier, yet you beat up unarmed civilians. I'm going to sue you."
Luo Shicheng ignored him and beckoned to Chen Yuanshan, who was standing at the door, "Take him away."
Chen Yuanshan walked in and helped Tang Guizhi up. "What are you taking with you? You've beaten her up like this. Take her to the hospital."
Luo Shicheng's eyes sharpened. "There are no hospitals in Jiangcheng?"
Chen Yuanshan, "Do you think she can hold on?"
Luo Shicheng said ruthlessly, "Whether she can hold on or not depends on your driving skills."
Chen Yuanshan, without complaint, replied, "Okay, I'll do whatever you say. If I die on the way, it's all your fault."
Despite saying that, Chen Yuanshan didn't dare to be negligent and helped Tang Guizhi downstairs to get into Zhang Jue's car.
Zhang Jue had already prepared to run away, but he didn't want to be entangled with Chen Yuanshan again, so he drove straight to Lincheng Hospital.
It would be safer for Tang Guizhi to see a doctor first and make sure she's alright before returning to Jiangcheng. Chen Yuanshan didn't say anything to stop Zhang Jue.
Seeing Tang Guizhi being taken away, Xiang Yu pretended to be affectionate, holding Hua Li's hand and looking her over, but suddenly burst into tears.
"Are you Yan Yan's mother? Oh my, you look so much like the old lady."
Hua Li looked Xiang Yu up and down, and Luo Yan introduced her to Hua Li, "Aunt Xiang..."
So it was Xiang Yu who had called to provoke her. Hua Li nodded slightly. "Who is the old lady?"
"I've never met the old lady, but I have seen her portrait..."
As she spoke, Xiang Yu pulled Hua Li to sit on the sofa, went into the inner room to take out a photo album, opened it, put it in Hua Li's hands, and sat down next to Hua Li to show it to her.
"This is a portrait that Madam has treasured for many years. She rarely lets anyone see it. This is the first time I've had a camera, and I begged Madam to let me take it out to take a picture. Look..."
Xiang Yu pointed to the photos embedded in the album.
In the photo, the woman has thick black hair and a fair complexion. She wears a short, wide-sleeved brocade jacket and a horse-face skirt embroidered with gold peony patterns. She holds a baby wearing a tiger-head hat with a loving expression.
If it weren't for the different environment, Hua Li would have thought that she and Luo Yan had run into a painting.
"Who is this child?" Hua Li's voice trembled without her realizing it.
"This is Madam when she was little. Don't you think she looks a lot like Yan Yan?"
Hua Li nodded, "It is very similar."
Luo Yan pointed her little finger at the woman in the portrait and called out, "Ao Ao."
Luo Yan was frustrated because her grandmother didn't call her clearly.
Xiang Yu smiled, "Look, Yan Yan's mother looks like the old lady, and Yan Yan looks like the lady. They are mother and daughter. What a wonderful coincidence! It's a pity that the lady is not here. If she were here, she would be very happy."
Hua Li remained silent, staring at the photo for a long time before asking Xiang Yu.
"Could I borrow this photo?"
Xiang Yu generously said, "Take it if you like. I'll just tell Madam to retake it."
Hua Li thanked him, carefully took out the photo and put it in his breast pocket, then picked up Luo Yan and got up to say goodbye.
Xiang Yu smiled at Hua Li, knowing she had done everything she was supposed to do. Hua Li didn't press her for details, and even if the madam found out, she wouldn't be blamed.
Luo Shicheng watched coldly from the side, then suddenly asked Xiang Yu.
"I heard you're planning to build a factory here?"
Xiang Yu got up, walked to the desk, picked up the application materials, and handed them to Luo Shicheng. Luo Shicheng took them, looked them over, and then tore them up.
"You can build a factory wherever you want, but not within the scope of Dong Province. If you are dissatisfied, you can file a complaint, and I am ready to respond at any time."
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