When Tian Xuan returned, it was already past midnight. Although she had discovered where the kidnappers had taken Qin Menglu, she didn’t act recklessly, fearing that those desperate criminals might harm Menglu…
A sleepless night passed, and the unknown always seemed eerie. Xiao Yufan also couldn’t figure out why these people had targeted Qin Menglu. Aside from being aimed at himself, he couldn’t think of any other possibility.
Yu Yihan’s beautiful eyes hadn’t closed for even a moment. Her concern for Qin Menglu was no less than Xiao Yufan’s—she didn’t want that girl to suffer even the slightest harm.
“Brother Fan, I’m sorry, I didn’t…”
At this moment, Tian Xuan felt deeply guilty. Looking at Xiao Yufan’s stiff and gloomy expression, her lips trembled slightly. For something like this to happen right under her nose was entirely her carelessness.
“If someone wants to act secretly, even if you’re extremely powerful, you can’t always overcome a meticulously laid trap. It’s not your fault…”
Xiao Yufan naturally didn’t blame Tian Xuan. Although she had sufficient ability to protect both of them, mishaps were still hard to avoid. Besides, this wasn’t a simple kidnapping.
Completely at a loss, Xiao Yufan furrowed his brows tightly. He didn’t have many enemies in Beijing. The only ones who could be considered adversaries were probably the companies Fengyun and Lingyun, but even they wouldn’t go this far… would they?
“What if we call the police?” Yu Yihan, her eyes red and swollen, hadn’t shaken off her anxiety from the night. Exhausted, she wasn’t even sure how she had managed to get through the night.
“What use would the police be if they managed to escape Tian Xuan’s grasp? Let’s wait a bit longer. I think those people must have other intentions. They won’t harm Menglu immediately.”
His hand clenched tightly, his sharp nails digging deeply into his palm. Xiao Yufan’s expression turned somewhat fierce. The icy chill around him made everyone feel uneasy. Tian Xuan knew that right now, Xiao Yufan was truly furious.
The pain brought him a bit of clarity. Besides Qing Yuanfeng and Lan Tianyuan, there were also other branches of the Situ Clan who might target him. But such aimless speculation wouldn’t solve the problem.
As the sky gradually brightened, there was still no news at all. Even Xiao Yufan, usually calm and composed, couldn’t sit still any longer. Just as he was thinking of other options, his phone suddenly rang…
“Kid, prepare forty million. Come to an abandoned factory outside the city. I’ll send you the coordinates. I’m sure you’re smart enough to know what to do. And don’t bring anyone else—I only want to see you!”
The voice on the other end didn’t waste any words, getting straight to the point in an extremely arrogant tone. Of course, Xiao Yufan didn’t believe for a second that they really just wanted money. It seemed their real target was himself…
“As long as you don’t touch her, anything else can be discussed. But if you dare harm even a hair on her head, I’ll kill your entire family!”
His low growl carried an unprecedented murderous intent. Xiao Yufan’s voice had even become hoarse. If the man on the other end of the line had been nearby, he wouldn’t have lived to finish that sentence.
The caller didn’t argue, simply hanging up the phone. Even through the call, he could feel that bone-chilling killing intent. He wondered whether completing this mission would cost him his own life…
“What did they say? Is Menglu okay? What should we do now…”
After hanging up, Yu Yihan slowly regained her composure, and her first thought was of Qin Menglu’s safety. Without any news all night, her emotions had remained extremely low.
“Don’t worry, they won’t dare to harm Menglu, because their real target is me…”
A cruel smile curled his lips. Xiao Yufan’s icy aura seemed to freeze the air itself. Since their target was him, the situation wasn’t as difficult as it seemed.
“Targeting Brother Fan?” Tian Xuan clearly understood Xiao Yufan’s meaning and immediately frowned. These people had gone to great lengths just to draw him out?
“It seems some people can’t stand the quiet anymore. To not disappoint them, the game has only just begun. Daring to touch my woman, they’ll definitely pay the price!”
A dragon has its inviolable scale; touching it means death. The women around Xiao Yufan were his most sacred weakness. These people had kidnapped Qin Menglu, which had already crossed his red line. Some people would inevitably pay for their ignorance.
“Then let me go with you, Brother Fan. I might be able to help…”
Tian Xuan’s gaze softened further. She could feel Xiao Yufan’s emotions, and she believed that if something like this ever happened to her, he would go mad too…
“Their demand is for me alone. If they find out I bring someone, not only will we fail to rescue Menglu, but she might be put in even greater danger. I won’t gamble with her safety. You stay here and protect Yu Han.”
Xiao Yufan’s voice carried no emotion. A year of trials had made him extremely cold-blooded. As long as Menglu’s safety was ensured, he wouldn’t mind completely erasing those who had dared to act against him from this world.
“But that’s too dangerous! If they’re prepared, they’ll definitely target you. Although Menglu’s safety is important, you can’t risk your own life too…”
Hearing their conversation, Yu Yihan immediately stepped forward. Since their target was obvious, they wouldn’t be careless. Even if Xiao Yufan had great abilities, she didn’t believe he could escape unscathed from the kidnappers’ hands.
“Don’t worry, Yu Han. Those people probably won’t even be worth Brother Fan’s full strength. I believe he can bring Menglu back safely…”
Yu Yihan didn’t understand Xiao Yufan’s true power, but how could Tian Xuan not know? If Xiao Yufan went all out, not only would those kidnappers be no match, even the entire Tian Organization wouldn’t stand a chance…
“But still…”
“Are you saying you don’t trust me? Before I become even closer with my Han Han, how could I possibly allow myself to be in any danger?”
His hand gently covered hers. Xiao Yufan’s smile was full of confidence. Since Menglu was temporarily safe, his anxiety eased slightly.
“If you can bring Menglu back this time, I’ll give myself to you. Is that okay?”
Just as Xiao Yufan smiled faintly, Yu Yihan’s blushing face radiated an alluring glow. Her words slightly lifted Xiao Yufan’s gloomy mood. Perhaps this unexpected incident had finally broken through that last barrier in her heart…
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