You Owe Me, My Love novel Chapter 285

Chapter 285 Deep Love

“Why? Did I do something wrong?” Zhou Hailan’s eyes reddened anxiously.

Gu Mingchen’s reply was blunt. “Xin’s still young, but he has learned how to hurt himself in order to frame others. If no one corrects him, he’ll grow up to be a seedy person. Did you correct him?”

“I never said it was Bai Rong who hit him. Who said I didn’t try to correct him? You can’t blame me. At least I didn’t cheat on you.” Zhou Hailan was indignant.

Gu Mingchen’s gaze darkened. “I’ll send you to the hospital.” He changed the topic. “He needs the doctor to check the wound on his head.”

Zhou Hailan stared at Bai Rong, who was standing a distance away. Her eyelashes fluttered as she told Gu Mingchen, “Can you pick Xin up? He was wrong, but he’s just a kid. I don’t want him to feel like no one loves him lest he becomes twisted.”

Gu Mingchen picked Xin up and held the boy in his arms.

Xin flung his little arms around Gu Mingchen’s neck. “Daddy, who are you going to marry? I want you to be with Mommy.”

“Even if I don’t marry your mommy, I will still love you. Don’t worry.”

“But I don’t get to see you,” Xin mumbled unhappily.

“I promise to see you four times every month.” Gu Mingchen gave his word.

Bai Rong watched as the three of them headed the other way. They are a happy family, but I’m just a speck in a vast ocean to them.

I couldn’t even handle my own matters well. I should stay out of their business.

She wound down her window.

It’s over between Gu Mingchen and me. Will he still help me to save Liu Yan?

Well, I can’t bring myself to ask for his help.

She was going to give Su Xuyan a call when Mu Xiaosheng’s call came in.

“Hello, Xiaosheng?” she answered.

Mu Xiaosheng greeted her anxiously. “Bai Rong, are you still in A City?”

“Yes. What’s wrong?”

“I need your help! A horrible murder had just happened in Jadeborough, involving Governor Lu’s son. The boy was very stubborn and insisted he wasn’t the culprit after being arrested. After saying that, he refused to utter a word.”

He added, “You know how powerful his father is. Hence, the police dared not force him and asked for help. Now, the case has been handed to me. I think you’re the only one who can help me.”

Bai Rong said nothing.

She did agree to help Mu Xiaosheng solve twelve cases, but she didn’t feel like getting involved in Lu Biao’s case.

As Bai Rong said nothing, Mu Xiaosheng’s anxiety heightened. Back then, Bai Rong used to agree swiftly.

“I’ll be honest with you. We were forced to take up the case. But, when the others heard it involved a government official’s son, no one was willing to go.”

“I can go, but I’m not a criminologist. As the director, if I can’t help them out, it will affect our institute’s reputation,” Mu Xiaosheng explained.

“Got it. I’ll go,” Bai Rong agreed.

After all, she owed Mu Xiaosheng a favor. The man agreed to help her locate Liu Yan, so she shouldn’t refuse to help him.

“Bai Rong, thank you so much. Are you free this afternoon? I’ll book the train ticket for this afternoon. Also, I’ll send the relevant documents to the chief of police there.”

“Mm. Send me the train ticket later. I’ll pack up and check out of the hotel.”

“Great! I’ll book a presidential suite for you in Jadeborough. The details will be sent to you later.” Mu Xiaosheng hung up hurriedly, like he was afraid she’d change her mind.

Bai Rong returned to the hotel and packed up her stuff swiftly. When she was checking out, Mu Xiaosheng’s text arrived.

The train was to leave at 5.20 p.m. and would reach Jadeborough by 9.40 p.m. He also booked and paid for the presidential suite for her at Jadeborough Hotel. By registering his credit card details, he would be paying as long as she remained at the hotel.

If I had more time, perhaps Mu Xiaosheng and I will be good friends.

On the way to the train station, Bai Rong called Su Xuyan.

“Baby, you called at the right time. I had just woken up. Let’s have dinner together tonight.” Su Xuyan’s voice sounded over the phone.

“I can’t have dinner with you tonight. My research institute received a case, so I need to go to Jadeborough and help the police crack a case. When I’m back, I need to see Liu Yan. Can you arrange for that to happen?” inquired Bai Rong.

Su Xuyan seemed displeased. “Oh? You’re going to Jadeborough? Why didn’t you inform me earlier?”

“I just received the orders. Can you help me?” Bai Rong repeated.

Su Xuyan’s brows drew together. “Mm. How long will you be there?”

Bai Rong was relieved to hear his reply. He might be ruthless, but he is a man of his word.

I’ll meet Liu Yan first, then devise a plan to save her.

“I don’t know. It might take a day or even up to half a month. I’ll contact you then.”

“Half a month? My drug will take effect in a month, so remember to return to me before that. Otherwise, no one can save you. Also, do you know who Gu Mingchen is going to marry?” Su Xuyan voiced his suspicion.

Bai Rong shook her head. She recalled how Gu Mingchen held the boy with Zhou Hailan by his side. Her expression turned stony. “I don’t know, and I don’t care. We’re from different worlds. I want to forget him as soon as possible. Stop mentioning his name, will you?”

The corners of Su Xuyan’s lips lifted into a smile. “Are you serious?”

“I am,” replied Bai Rong with steely resolve.

Su Xuyan had full trust in her. Beaming happily, he reminded her. “Be careful. I’ll arrange for someone to pick you up when you arrive at Jadeborough.”

“No need. Xiaosheng had already sent the relevant documents to the Jadeborough police. They will pick me up at the train station. He also reserved a room for me at the hotel. I’ve been to Jadeborough many times, so I know the place well. Your friend might think I’m useless if you ask for his help to bring me around again.”

Su Xuyan chuckled in delight. “Well, I won’t force you lest you despise me. Alright then. Remember to give me a call after you arrive in Jadeborough.” He added, “Since you’ve pleased me today, I’ll prepare a huge gift for you when you return.”

“What gift?”

“You’ll know when you get back.” Su Xuyan laughed, deliberately holding her in suspense.

Bai Rong guessed. “Is it regarding Xing Bachuan?”

“Yes. I’ll stop holding you in suspense. But I promise it will make you very happy. Well, that’s about it. I need to get back to work. Bye!” With that, Su Xuyan cut the line.