klisemfg Chapter 483: Cloud of Doubt
Chapter 483: Cloud of Doubt
In the warm and luxurious interior of Hongsheng Royal View Hotel, the soft lights are like stars, adding a touch of coziness and comfort to the entire space.
However, Mu Xiaoji had no intention of enjoying this elegant environment. The call he received from the unknown woman not long ago was like a heavy stone, weighing on his mind and making him uneasy.
After sending the two dance teachers off to the Red Star Welfare Home with Bai Jinrong, the two came to this hotel for lunch.
The dining table was filled with exquisite dishes, emitting enticing aromas, but Mu Xiaoji just fiddled with the tableware mechanically, his eyes wandering, his thoughts having already drifted away.
Bai Jinrong's keen insight noticed that Mu Xiaoji was absent-minded. She put down the cutlery in her hand, looked straight at Mu Xiaoji, and asked bluntly:
"Mu Xiaoji, I noticed that you looked troubled just now. What on earth is confusing you? We are strangers to each other. Just tell me what you want to say."
Mu Xiaoji slowly raised his head and looked at Bai Jinrong with a serious and earnest expression, and said with a hint of helplessness and confusion in his tone:
"Teacher Bai, I received a call from a woman two days ago. No, to be exact, Jiang Chengyu received a call from an unknown woman."
"What?" Bai Jinrong couldn't help but let out a soft cry, and the spoon in her hand almost fell.
Her face was instantly filled with shock, and she stared at Mu Xiaoji, asking anxiously,
"What did that person say? Seeing how distraught you look, I'm sure the content of the call must be complicated."
Mu Xiaoji's brows were tightly knitted together, as if they could pinch a fly to death, and his eyes revealed deep confusion and worry.
It was as if she was talking to herself, or as if she was talking to Bai Jinrong: "She said she made this call to confirm that Jiang Chengyu was still alive, and she also said that Jiang Chengyu was hers.
I racked my brains and thought about it for a long time, but I still didn't understand what she meant.
Who is this woman? What kind of relationship is there between her and Jiang Chengyu?
Why did you suddenly call me like this? I am totally confused and have no idea what is going on. "
Bai Jinrong looked at Mu Xiaoji's mad look and said with disdain, "You care too much about him and can't tolerate any grain of sand in your eyes.
I remember that I just kissed Jiang Chengyu on the cheek, and you slapped him. He was 185cm tall and such a strong guy.
He fell to the ground and was unconscious for a long time. You also threw him into the swimming pool and told him not to come back until he washed himself clean. He almost froze to death in the swimming pool.
Mu Xiaoji rubbed his temples vigorously with both hands, as if this could dispel the chaotic fog in his mind, but this thorny problem had obviously given him a splitting headache.
When he heard Bai Jinrong talking about the past, a chaotic scene appeared in his mind. The little monster was slapped to the ground by him, and he shook his head, trying to wake himself up as soon as possible.
He staggered to his feet, grabbed his arm, and begged, "Xiaoji, it's not what you see. Please listen to my explanation."
In a panic, he seemed to be speaking incoherently: "I'm sorry, Xiaoji, it's my fault. I'll lock myself up now, please don't be angry, okay?"
As he spoke, he ran to the closet and opened the door, then with trembling hands he fumbled for the chain designed on the mountain climbing machine, his eyes full of fear and helplessness, he hurriedly locked himself up, then stumbled to his side.
He ran to his side with panic in his eyes, tense up his fragile body, and because of the violent coughing, he looked like a leaf in the wind that could fall at any moment.
When I met his gaze, I saw the bright red lip mark and became even angrier.
He grabbed the chain, ignoring his livid face due to difficulty breathing, dragged him downstairs to the swimming pool, and kicked him in the buttocks into the pool.
He even said, "You are not allowed to come back until you wash yourself clean today." Thinking of this, I closed my eyes in regret, feeling heartbroken.
Bai Jinrong was immersed in Mu Xiaoji's narration of the content of the phone call, and couldn't help but fall into deep thought.
Her fingers tapped lightly on the smooth tabletop, making a rhythmic "tapping" sound, and her mind was like a high-speed machine, rapidly thinking about various possibilities.
After a long while, she frowned slightly and slowly said, "This is indeed very strange. Judging from her words, she seems to have some unknown past with Jiang Chengyu, and has been paying attention to Jiang Chengyu's situation for a long time.
Have you ever thought carefully about whether Jiang Chengyu mentioned similar people to you before he fell into a coma? Or did he have any unusual behavior? "
Mu Xiaoji sighed regretfully, his eyes full of helplessness as he said, “During the two years when Jiang Chengyu was missing, he was with Karina in the mountain landing machine.
Given the deep feelings Karina has for Jiang Chengyu, there should be no other woman around him.
But in the three years since we broke up, I have had no idea about Jiang Chengyu's life.
It seems that I have to call my father and ask him to help find out who he has been in contact with in the past three years. "
After saying that, he picked up the tea bowl in a panic and took a sip of water, trying to calm his inner panic.
Seeing this, Bai Jinrong hurriedly comforted him softly, "Don't be too nervous. Maybe it's just some bored person who is playing a practical joke on you! Maybe it's nothing at all. Don't scare yourself."
Mu Xiaoji shook his head firmly and said in a very affirmative tone: "No, Mr. Bai, my intuition is very bad.
I always feel that there is some unspeakable secret behind this matter, and I feel that the little monster is in danger at any time.
Therefore, I would like to trouble you to help me select two skilled people from the Wushu Association to drive and escort us when I go to and from get off work every day.
I can't leave him alone at home, I want to take the little monster with me, so that I can feel more at ease. "
Bai Jinrong looked at Mu Xiaoji's nervous expression and couldn't help but smile and said, "Are you a little paranoid and frightened by yourself?
You have to know that Jiang Shuo's skills are so great that even I can't even begin to catch up with him. With him around, ordinary people can't get close to you."
Mu Xiaoji did not relax his vigilance at all, and still insisted: "After all, Jiang Shuo still has to go to school, and it is impossible for him to be with us all the time.
Besides, he is still a child, and I don't want him to be involved. I think it's better to ask for your help, as it will give me more peace of mind.
Teacher Bai, even if I owe you another favor, let's go back to the Wushu Association to arrange this matter and have them protect the little monster 24 hours a day."
Bai Jinrong looked at Mu Xiaoji's anxious and determined eyes, sighed helplessly and said:
"Alright, alright. There's really nothing we can do about you. We'll go back now and arrange for personnel to implement the protection plan as soon as possible. I hope this is just your own neurosis and nothing serious will happen."
At this time, the hotel was still full of laughter and people were enjoying the food and leisure time.
However, Bai Jinrong could not resist Mu Xiaoji's constant nagging. She did not even eat a bite of her sumptuous lunch. She hurriedly picked up her coat and car keys, and left the hotel with Mu Xiaoji.
A black Porsche with smooth lines was speeding on the road, and its engine was emitting a low and powerful roar.
Inside the car, a stern-faced young man held the steering wheel steadily with both hands, his eyes focused on the road ahead. Every operation he made seemed skillful and confident, as if he had become one with this high-performance car.
A middle-aged man with a round face and short hair sat in the passenger seat. He kept looking out the window, keeping an eye on the movements inside the car. Both of them listened intently to what Mu Xiaoji in the back seat was saying.
Mu Xiaoji sat in the back row, leaning lazily against the back of his chair, and said seriously, "When I'm busy, you two must stay by his side to protect him.
When I am here, you can arrange your own rotations and rest times, but even so, you must never let your guard down and must always pay attention to changes around you.
Any slight abnormality must not be overlooked." His voice was steady and powerful, revealing an unquestionable majesty.
"Yes, Mr. Mu." The two answered in unison, with a hint of respect and determination in their voices.
"When we get home, you two should get to know the environment first. The attic of the villa gives you a panoramic view of the surroundings. You two can stay in the attic! There are ingredients in the kitchen. Can you prepare it yourself?"
"No problem." The two answered neatly.
"I believe that as Miss Bai's senior brothers, you will not let Miss Bai down, and you will not let me down either," Mu Xiaoji complimented.
Soon, the Porsche slowly drove into the courtyard of Jinyang Villa. The walls of the villa were covered with verdant vines, swaying gently in the breeze, adding a touch of tranquility and elegance to this luxurious residence.
After the car stopped, three people got out one by one. Their figures were particularly eye-catching under the sunlight.
The three of them walked towards the door of the villa together. Mu Xiaoji reached out and pressed lightly on the fingerprint lock. With a crisp unlocking sound, the door slowly opened.
Walking into the living room, warm and soft light shines through the floor-to-ceiling windows onto the smooth floor, reflecting a bright spot of light.
At this time, Mu Huiying came out of the kitchen wearing an apron and holding a kitchen knife in her hand, obviously preparing meals for the family.
Seeing two solemn-looking strangers suddenly appear in the living room, Mu Huiying was stunned and the kitchen knife in her hand stopped moving slightly.
A hint of doubt and vigilance flashed in her eyes, and she subconsciously looked at the two uninvited guests.
When Mu Xiaoji saw her mother's expression, he immediately understood her concerns and quickly stepped forward to explain:
"Mom, the hospital has been busy lately, so I hired two drivers to pick us up. His name is Guan Shan, and this one is Yan Kai.
We went upstairs first because of something." His tone was relaxed and natural, trying to dispel his mother's doubts.
Just as Mu Xiaoji was about to go upstairs, he suddenly seemed to remember something important, turned to look at Mu Huiying, and added:
"Oh, by the way, mom, I will bring my little monster with me to work from now on. You, don't stay at home all day busying about this and that.
The welfare home has recently organized a charity show. You can go with the grandpas and grandmas to participate. I have prepared a generous bonus! You have to help me get it back. It’s good to keep it within the family! Hehe! "
After hearing this, Mu Huiying smiled and looked at Mu Xiaoji with a look of doting in her eyes.
"Hey, kid, how could I do that!" Although he said this, his eyes revealed a hint of expectation.
Mu Xiaoji smiled and continued, "Teacher Bai helped to invite two dance teachers from the theater this morning, and they are now guiding everyone in rehearsal at the welfare home.
Don't worry, mom is an ambitious person, and it's no problem for her to win a talent show award or something."
After saying this, he smiled with faith in his mother, turned around and walked quickly upstairs, still thinking about what was happening upstairs.
Mu Huiying looked at her son's departing back and sighed slightly, her eyes full of love and helplessness.