Chapter 6781
Noble people often forget things
Just as Yun Yuyan was deeply immersed in those tangled and complicated thoughts, feeling as if she were in a misty forest, trying her best to sort out the mess, a sudden cell phone ringtone rang out without warning in the quiet space.
The ringing was sharp and urgent, like a blinding flash of lightning streaking across the night sky without warning, carrying a shocking force that caught her off guard and abruptly jolted her awake from her deep reverie.
Yun Yuyan's body trembled violently, like a startled fawn, and she instantly snapped out of her daze.
Her fingers almost reflexively reached for her phone and pressed the answer button as fast as she could, her movements so swift it was as if she were afraid of missing any moment that might bring an answer.
In this chaotic and uncertain time, every phone call was like a ray of light in the darkness, and she longed to find answers to the many questions in her heart.
A deep, magnetic voice came from the other end of the phone.
The sound was like a melodious tune flowing slowly from a cello, deep and mellow, with a unique charm.
If you listen carefully, you can hear a faint, almost imperceptible tenderness and concern in the voice, like the warm sun in winter gently shining on people's hearts.
"Are you ok?"
These few simple words, like a gentle spring breeze, slowly caressed Yun Yuyan's already weary heart.
That familiar voice was like a key, instantly unlocking the tightly closed door to Yun Yuyan's heart.
Her eyes involuntarily welled up with tears, which began to swell as if they were about to burst forth at any moment.
She instinctively covered her mouth tightly with her other hand, as if afraid of disturbing this hard-won warm voice, or as if afraid that her overwhelming emotions would leak out through her voice and make the person on the other end of the phone worry.
Tears, in the end, still slid down silently.
They rolled slowly down Yun Yuyan's cheeks, dripping onto the phone she was clutching tightly, the icy touch making her tremble slightly; more tears dripped onto her anxious heart, as if to wash away all the grievances, fears and worries she had endured during this time.
Yun Yuyan took a few deep breaths, trying to calm her turbulent emotions.
With a slightly choked voice, she answered with difficulty, "I...I'm fine, those people have been driven away...Where...where are you now? Are you alright?"
Every word seemed to be squeezed out from the depths of her heart, filled with her deep worry and endless longing.
Although her voice trembled slightly, it was full of power, as if through these invisible electromagnetic waves it could travel across mountains and rivers to reach the person she cared about most, allowing him to feel her emotions at that moment.
There was a moment of silence on the other end of the phone, followed by a relieved voice, which seemed to carry a hint of fatigue, yet also an undeniable sense of satisfaction.
After a long while, the voice slowly said, "I have some things to take care of outside. I'll be back tomorrow morning. Don't worry. That's all. Bye."
The call ended, and the busy tone lingered in the silent air for a moment before finally fading into complete silence.
Yun Yuyan still held her phone tightly, as if she could hold onto that moment of warmth and connection a little longer.
A clear sense of reluctance was revealed in her eyes, a reluctance like a flower about to wither in spring, carrying a hint of helplessness and longing.
However, she knew very well that men had their own things to do outside, and the responsibilities and missions they had to bear.
As a woman, she shouldn't act like a spoiled little girl at this time, shouldn't ask questions that might distract him, and shouldn't bother him.
She could only silently bury this reluctance deep in her heart and quietly wait for his return.
……
Xiao Chen stood there, coldly glancing at Li Fengyuan's lifeless corpse lying on the ground. His eyes held no pity or emotion, as if the person before him was nothing more than an insignificant object. Suddenly, his gaze seemed drawn to something, turning towards the roadside not far away.
There stood a timid girl.
She was thin and seemed to shiver slightly in the breeze, her eyes filled with tension and unease.
This girl is Liu Yulian.
"come over!"
Xiao Chen slightly beckoned with his finger, his voice not loud, but carrying an undeniable air of authority.
Upon hearing this voice, Liu Yulian's body trembled involuntarily.
She took hesitant steps, slowly making her way to Xiao Chen's side.
She slightly raised her head and looked at Xiao Chen, momentarily at a loss for what to do. Her hands wrung restlessly back and forth, like two helpless little birds flapping their wings, clearly revealing her inner panic and fear.
After all, there was a bloody corpse next to Xiao Chen.
The glaring blood and the twisted limbs were like sharp blades, piercing her nerves.
Although she had practiced martial arts and seen some of the world, such a bloody and direct scene still terrified her, as if she were in a terrible nightmare.
"Mr. Xiao, my father was worried because I hadn't received your call all day, so he asked me to come find you. I'm sorry for the abruptness."
Liu Yulian took a deep breath, trying to calm herself down, and then changed the subject to ease the tense atmosphere.
Xiao Chen frowned slightly, thought for a moment, and then asked, "Why should I call your dad?"
His tone was calm, but it made Liu Yulian's heart tighten.
Liu Yulian was stunned for a moment, a hint of panic flashing across her face, but she quickly regained her composure.
She quickly said, "You really have a short memory! Didn't you say you wanted my dad to treat you to a meal? Dad has been remembering that and has been looking forward to getting together with you."
"Oh!"
Xiao Chen nodded slightly, recalling that there was indeed such a thing.
He felt a little sleepy, yawned, and then held out his hand, saying, "Give me your phone."
Without the slightest hesitation, Liu Yulian quickly handed the phone to Xiao Chen.
Xiao Chen took the phone and skillfully operated the map software on it, quickly setting a location.
He looked up at Liu Yulian and said, "Let's go to this place, tomorrow at six o'clock in the afternoon."
His tone was firm and decisive, leaving no room for negotiation.
Liu Yulian carefully took the phone back from Xiao Chen's hand, her fingers trembling slightly with nervousness. (End of Chapter)