Taming The Hidden Bigshot By Kissing Him-Chapter 654 The Person Who Took Revenge on Huo Xingzhou

Chapter 654: Chapter 654 The Person Who Took Revenge on Huo Xingzhou

Qiao Xi murmured, "I’ve been feeling uneasy recently, but I keep comforting myself. Grandpa Cheng used to go into the mountains to gather herbs, and he’d be gone for months without coming back. He’s quite capable of surviving in the wild."

Her almond-shaped eyes stared at Huo Xingzhou, as if seeking some sort of affirmation: "You said you’ve sent everyone out to search for him. Is it possible someone overlooked something? Or maybe Grandpa Cheng isn’t in the Imperial Capital anymore. He could’ve gone back to Haicheng or somewhere else. You surely haven’t looked everywhere."

So perhaps Grandpa Cheng isn’t in trouble—he’s just not been found by Huo Xingzhou’s people.

Huo Xingzhou said slowly, "Originally, I shouldn’t tell you anything until we had a clear result. But I hadn’t anticipated today’s incident. The lack of bodyguards around me must have already spread across the Imperial Capital, and some people definitely won’t pass up this opportunity."

"Then let Old Chen stay with you! You should recall some of your people, and we should report this to the police!"

Qiao Xi’s thoughts were chaotic, as though grasping at a lifeline.

"We can report Grandpa Cheng’s disappearance to the police and ask them for help, can’t we? There are so many people targeting you—the Huo Beiting family refuses to give up. We can’t let them rise again. You can’t afford to have anything happen to you now."

She didn’t want to return to the life she used to live. ƒreeωebnovel.ƈom

Now, even though it seems like she has everything, her grandmother—whom she depended on—has passed away.

Even Grandpa Cheng’s whereabouts are unknown.

If Huo Xingzhou were to meet with any misfortune, she truly wouldn’t know what to do.

"Qiao Xi, we can’t call the police right now. We don’t know what truly happened twenty years ago, nor do we know how many enemies he has. If the news of his disappearance leaks, it will bring even greater danger to him. Do you understand?"

"Qiao Xi, calm down for now. Things haven’t reached the worst point yet—everything will be okay."

"Alright."

Qiao Xi said blankly.

"Don’t worry, I will make sure the search continues. I’ll also be more cautious. There’s a hidden faction in Haicheng—I’ll ask them to step in and help locate Mr. Cheng. As for the Huo family’s bodyguards, I’ll redeploy them. You don’t need to worry about my safety."

Today was indeed his lapse in judgment.

Who would’ve thought that some lunatic would actually do something this foolish? There must have been someone behind the scenes stirring things up.

Someone being used as a pawn.

Qiao Xi looked at his pale, bloodless face and asked, "Who tried to harm you today?"

"The Qian family."

Back then, Xu Yunye and Lu Yan held a racing competition.

The Qian family’s young master hosted a gambling event at Devil’s Gorge, losing eight hundred million to Qiao Xi in one night, which led to their bankruptcy and humiliating departure from the capital. Who would have thought they’d come back, wielding a blade in a street attack?

If not for Huo Xingzhou’s quick reaction and kicking the assailant away, the knife wound would’ve been far deeper.

He wouldn’t even be able to sit here now, talking to Qiao Xi with his eyes open.

"It’s the Qian family that supplies goods to the Lu Family, isn’t it?" Qiao Xi closed her eyes briefly and said, "It’s my fault—I was too aggressive back then. He should be coming for me for revenge, not for you!"

Huo Xingzhou looked at her furious expression and the corners of his lips subtly lifted: "Then let him come for me. If someone has to get hurt, I’d rather it be me. Eight hundred million was just the beginning—the key is that my covert moves pushed him into bankruptcy."

"So, if he’s coming for revenge, he hasn’t picked the wrong person."

Qiao Xi felt like her heart had been stuffed with thick clumps of cotton.

The suffocation made her unable to breathe.

Huo Xingzhou reached out and gently rubbed her head, saying, "Don’t be upset."

Qiao Xi lowered her head, her voice carrying a trace of desolation: "I feel so useless. I can’t help find Grandpa Cheng, nor can I share your burdens. Even Old Chen is being sent to protect me, and you suffered such a severe injury because of it."

Tears rolled down her cheeks.

Huo Xingzhou stretched out his hand and gently wiped the tears from her face with the pad of his finger, saying, "How could you be useless? My life is saved by you—you’ve saved so many people, bringing hope to all those families."

"Qiao Xi, don’t belittle yourself. In my heart, you’re incredibly important. What you’re doing now—laying the groundwork for the future of traditional Chinese medicine—is all deeply meaningful."

"Mm!"

Qiao Xi choked out her agreement emphatically.

Knock knock.

The door was softly knocked upon.

Old Chen gently pushed the door open and said, "Young Master, you’re awake. I just called the police station and learned that the assailant from the Qian family has been apprehended. He admitted to his actions, saying he intended to kill you.

I heard that life has grown increasingly miserable for the Qian Family since they left the capital. The young master of the Qian family likely called the Lu Family for help, but they didn’t lend a hand. That’s why he resorted to such an extreme act."

Whatever the Lu Family said to him during the call remains unknown.

But considering how shrewd Lu Bannong is, it’s clear he wouldn’t leave behind any evidence.

He’s far too cunning.

"Understood," Huo Xingzhou replied flatly.

Old Chen asked, "Should we continue investigating this matter?"

Huo Xingzhou’s expression turned cold: "No need. Nothing useful would come of it. Lu Bannong is methodical in his actions—if we aim to topple the Lu Family, Lu Yingxue is the point of entry. Lu Yingxue’s repeated setbacks have destabilized her, making her the easiest to target."

A woman who’s suffered "betrayal" by the person she loves, been disfigured, and faced career failures.

At times like these, she becomes most vulnerable to manipulation.

"Got it."

"You can leave now."

Qiao Xi said softly, "I’ll leave too. I’ll have Xiaoyun prepare some food and bring it over. The outside food isn’t suitable for you—home-cooked meals are lighter on the stomach. Close your eyes and rest for a while; don’t strain yourself."

She primarily wanted to ask Old Chen for more details.

"Mm."

Huo Xingzhou made a soft sound of acknowledgment, his excessive blood loss making him feel drowsy.

Qiao Xi stood up and left the room, gently closing the door behind her, then walked toward a quiet stretch of the corridor.

Old Chen followed beside her, saying as they walked, "Young Madam, you can just call Xiaoyun. You’ve been exhausted today—you should rest inside."

"Old Chen, will that Qian Family young master be let out?"

"No, he’s just a pawn. Intentional assault should carry a sentence of five or six years—this case counts as relatively serious."

Qiao Xi took a deep breath and said, "No matter whether this matter involves the Lu Family or not, I’ll find a way to obtain Lu Yingxue’s hair. Then, take it to a professional DNA testing agency for verification. The only weak link in the Lu Family is Lu Yingxue!"

"Understood, Young Madam. Should we inform the Young Master about this?"

Qiao Xi asked, "If I told you not to say anything, would you keep quiet about it?"

Old Chen chuckled a bit sheepishly.

Of course not—the Young Master is his ultimate employer.

Qiao Xi knew it was impossible to hide this from Huo Xingzhou, nor did she intend to.

Just as she was about to speak, her peripheral vision caught sight of a familiar figure slowly rounding the corner.

Her steps immediately came to a halt.

How could it be her?