The wooden beauty of Young Master Sheng(191-195)

Chapter 191: Don't Hurt Master Zhan Again


She did not force people with her gaze, nor did she question with an accusatory tone.


The more plain her tone and the unruffled look in her eyes, the more it could sting one's eyes.


Zhan Chen's silver-gray eyes slightly contracted, looking at her with a somewhat fixed gaze, his emotions surging in his chest. "Maybe just a moment ago, it was my strong personal desires and humble wishes that wanted you to stay, but now, I simply want to protect your safety."


Jiang Chenchen calmly maintained eye contact with him. "I trust you so much. Shouldn't you trust me a little too? If I'm just a person being confined, do I really have any value left in this world? Am I really so fragile in your eyes?"


Facing her gaze, devoid of any harmful intent, Zhan Chen couldn't resist and sat down in the wheelchair, struggling with his emotions. His face turned deathly pale, and he seemed to be trying to convince himself, but he clearly couldn't let go with magnanimity.


Suddenly, he lowered his gaze and let out a bitter laugh. "What to do... I still can't do it. How can a despicable person like me, how can I be your family, your brother?"


His face turned incredibly pale, blood oozing from the corner of his mouth. In the pitch-black night, the scene was truly frightening.


Jiang Chenchen realized that she still couldn't persuade him. His obsession was indeed deep, reaching an unreasonable level.


While she could choose to ignore him, find an opportunity to leave, even though there were many people guarding downstairs, it was still possible. But Zhan Chen's condition was too abnormal.


And she, aspiring to become a medical practitioner, how could she ignore someone in distress?


She called for help, pushed the wheelchair downstairs, but before she could take a few steps, Ning Yi and the doctor rushed towards them. They heard the abnormal sounds from Zhan Chen's body transmitted through the instruments and came immediately.


Behind them were several armed individuals.


Jiang Chenchen's attempt to escape was obviously futile in the face of guns.


Meanwhile, Zhan Chen's condition was not good, and he had fainted.


The doctor's face changed. After placing Zhan Chen on the bed, emergency treatment was administered. He was quickly taken to their private hospital. Nearly half the night had passed, and dawn was approaching.


Zhan Chen finally recovered, his face pale, sleeping soundly, and his body once again filled with tubes.


The doctor pulled Jiang Chenchen aside, earnestly advising her about Zhan Chen's current state of intense emotional fluctuations. It was extremely detrimental to his body, and she shouldn't stimulate him.


Jiang Chenchen silently listened. After the doctor's admonition, seeing her lack of reaction, he couldn't understand. What did Master Zhan see in this girl? Even though she was exceptionally beautiful, there were plenty of beauties here.


He couldn't say too much; otherwise, this girl might report to Master Zhan, and with Master Zhan protecting her, he might end up in trouble.


He sighed and turned away.


Suddenly, Jiang Chenchen stopped him. "Wait, I want to ask you a question."


"What is the reason for someone not being able to see the stars at night?" she asked.


The doctor stopped in his tracks, a bit surprised by her question, but he answered, "Some people suffer from night blindness and have unclear vision in the dark."


"Can it be cured?"


"That depends on a specific examination of the body to determine the cause. In any case, it requires a thorough analysis based on the specific situation."


"Oh, thank you."


Jiang Chenchen didn't ask any more questions and turned her gaze back to the person sleeping on the bed.


The doctor followed her gaze, pondering. Could it be that Master Zhan developed night blindness due to complications? He hadn't heard Master Zhan mention it. He would try to ask when he woke up. If necessary, he would conduct an examination.


He gave a couple more instructions and then left.


Beside the hospital bed, Ning Yi and two others were keeping watch. Jiang Chenchen didn't approach; she just stood not too far away.


Ning Yi glanced at Zhan Chen on the bed, then walked toward Jiang Chenchen. Lowering his tall figure, he softened his voice and said, "Miss Jiang, come out for a moment."


They walked into the rest area outside the ward.


Ning Yi frowned and said, "Please don't hurt Master Zhan anymore."


"I haven't," Jiang Chenchen replied.


"Master Zhan has always wanted you to stay. Can't you just stay by his side? Many women wish to get close to Master Zhan but can't even get a glance from him. Only you are special to Master Zhan. Staying here will only bring you a better life. Please don't cruelly hurt Master Zhan again. I beg you!"


Ning Yi, a tall figure standing over six feet, suddenly knelt down in front of her.


This sudden gesture surprised her slightly.


However, she did not utter any compromising words in response to his kneeling.


"I'm sorry, but I can't promise you," Jiang Chenchen said.


Ning Yi's face turned red with suppressed anger.


But he had done something unnecessary. If Master Zhan found out about this, he would surely face punishment.


Yet, he couldn't help saying, "If you make Master Zhan angry like this again, I won't let you off next time!"


He turned around and walked back into the ward.


Ditang walked to the ward door from the outer area. There were at least twenty guards outside.


They all seemed to be armed.


She walked to the window and looked outside. The private hospital had a good environment—quiet and secluded. There were even more guards dressed in black suits.


All of them were armed.


Another siege.


As daylight approached, a faint dawn light shone through the glass.


Jiang Chenchen closed her eyes. Having not slept all night, she returned to the sofa in the resting area, closed her eyes, and rested. Sleepiness overwhelmed her, and she leaned against the sofa arm, falling asleep.


She had a long dream.


In the dream, Zhan Chen was bleeding profusely, his face pale, forming a stark contrast with the vivid red blood. His body had a hole in the abdomen, and the blood kept flowing from it.


Zhan Chen reached out to her in the dream, trying to grab her hand, but he couldn't grasp anything, and his body fell backward.


In that white dream, blood filled her mind.


Jiang Chenchen was suddenly awakened by someone. Ning Yi's face appeared in front of her. "Master Zhan wants to see you."


Jiang Chenchen got up, walked to the bedside, and saw Zhan Chen looking weakly at her. His pale face tried to appear relaxed.


Jiang Chenchen felt a moment of confusion; the previous dream was too vivid, giving her a sense of displacement.


Approaching him, she confirmed that there was no hole in his body and no freely flowing blood.


"Chenchen..."


Zhan Chen's voice brought her back to reality. "Hmm?"


"I'm sorry. It was my selfishness that hurt you." Zhan Chen restrained the unwilling thoughts in his heart. "Stay with me for the last day. After tomorrow, I'll send you away."









Chapter 192:


Jiang Chenchen didn't know when he woke up and had a change of heart, deciding to let her go. However, hearing these words, she finally didn't have to be trapped anymore.


"Thank you."


She sat by the bedside, watching him with tubes all over his body. Having undergone treatment last night, she knew he couldn't endure any stimulation right now.


As for everything after returning, she would wait for him to arrange.


"I didn't sleep well just now. Can I take a nap leaning on this bed?"


Zhan Chen looked at her, his silver-gray eyes flickering. He didn't have much strength to speak, and at this moment, he just made a soft sound of agreement.


Jiang Chenchen leaned against the edge of the bed, tilted her head, closed her eyes, and fell asleep.


This time, she fell asleep quickly again, dreaming of the same scene. It was bizarre and eerie, filled with blood that made people sad. Zhan Chen, colorless, fell into endless darkness.


She woke up again, this time from dawn until it was dark.


The ward was unusually quiet. She heard the breathing of people nearby, faint but audible. Zhan Chen was sleeping.


The curtains were drawn.


She couldn't see the moon, a small lamp was turned on, and she went to the window to take a last look at the night sky here.


As soon as the curtain was lifted, there was a sound of breaking glass, and the glass shattered. The sudden noise in the quiet ward and the entire hospital was abrupt!


It was a bullet!

A sniper was aiming at this place!


Jiang Chenchen felt a numbness by her ear, but she wasn't hit. She quickly let go, crouched down, and her hand pulled the curtain back, blocking the outside view.


Zhan Chen, lying on the bed, woke up quickly when he heard the noise. His position was still safe; even if every window was shattered, they couldn't reach him.


"Come here, crouch down!"


Jiang Chenchen quickly walked over, and by this time, the hospital had already been alarmed. Shouts, gunfire, and the sounds of a chaotic battle made the atmosphere restless and dangerous.


"Who's outside?"


She walked to Zhan Chen's side. "Is it someone here to kill you?"


Considering the numerous enemies he had, there must be many people wanting to harm him.


And in such a sudden chaotic situation, she thought of the two dreams she had made in a day. If what happened in the dream was real, Zhan Chen's body would have a hole.


She quickly said, "Escape quickly!"


Zhan Chen had never seen her nervous before. At this moment, his eyes softened, and he held her hand with the hand with the tubes. "Don't be afraid. My people aren't that useless."


Jiang Chenchen pulled back her hand. "It's not..."


The gunfire outside still sounded intense. She was afraid that the events in her dream would repeat.


Ning Yi and the others arrived quickly. They came in with serious and tense expressions. "Master Zhan, it's Imong's people! Many of them are ambushed outside the hospital. They even have snipers. Our people have suffered quite a bit!"


The former subordinate who failed to seize control of the A-country gang, Imong, had returned for revenge after several years. Able to gather a large number of people and weapons to besiege this place, he must have received assistance from others. Not only did he need a lot of money, but also influential support.


"Is it Mr. Sheng?"


Ning Yi guessed.


Since losing track of him, there had been no sign of him. The president of the Sheng Conspiration was wealthy, influential, and had come here because of Jiang Chenchen. Apart from him, there was no one else.


Zhan Chen glanced at Jiang Chenchen. She showed a clear reaction when she heard Mr. Sheng's name. He quickly asked her, "Is the Mr. Sheng you're talking about Sheng Mingsi? He actually came here?"


Was it because of her?


Her emotional fluctuations were obvious, and Zhan Chen noticed everything. Even in the dimly lit hospital room, the intensity of those feelings was palpable.


Jealousy surged in his heart, wanting to kill that man named Sheng Mingsi.


Pale-faced, he struggled to control the emotions that suddenly surged, calmly saying, "Chenchen, we can't be sure. It's just a possibility. But don't panic. Although it seems like they have more people, we'll delay them, making them appear victorious. I'll immediately order our reinforcements to come and eliminate them, leaving no survivors!"


"An opportunity given by heaven to annihilate them! Guard the windows, prevent anyone from entering through them. Secure the hospital gate. We defend and attack. Be wary of snipers outside the windows!"


Initially concerned, Ning Yi gained confidence after hearing his calm analysis and clear plan.


"Master Zhan, you should move to a safe room from here. This place is surely a target!" he suggested.


They were organizing their defense.


However, Jiang Chenchen said, "If it's Sheng Mingsi, I'll ask him not to fight. I'll go talk to him."


Ning Yi stopped her.


Zhan Chen called out to her, "Chenchen, things are not that simple. Once Imong's people get involved, it won't be easy to stop. They are my former enemies, and they see this as a rare opportunity to kill me. You can't just ask them to stop because you want them to."


Jiang Chenchen didn't want Sheng Mingsi to be involved in the conflict between these two factions. Still, he was already entangled in it. How could she let him know that Zhan Chen had promised to let her go, so he shouldn't risk his life fighting for others?


"Zhan Chen, I need to confirm if it's Sheng Mingsi. If it is, I can definitely stop this conflict."


Her tone was firm. "I won't implicate you in this. If he's not inside, I'll fight to protect you even at the cost of my life."


Ning Yi didn't believe her words. This woman, who was always cold and indifferent, how could she protect Master Zhan in a critical moment? She might just escape far away!


Zhan Chen's expression was uncertain in the dim hospital room.


They spoke quickly, not wasting any time. He remained silent for a moment, then said, "Alright, but don't act tough. If it's Sheng Mingsi outside, and you can't convince him, retreat and prioritize your safety."


Ning Yi wanted to say something but was stopped by Zhan Chen's gaze.


More subordinates arrived at the door, reporting that the situation was not optimistic and immediate strategy adjustments were needed.


Zhan Chen instructed Ning Yi to go and deploy defenses.


He removed the tubes and, supported by others, got out of bed, sitting in a wheelchair. He headed towards another safe room.


Jiang Chenchen followed him. In this hospital, Zhan Chen was most familiar with the layout. After confirming the best positions and having his men clear the line of sight, he let Jiang Chenchen go out to negotiate!








Chapter 193: Hidden Warehouse


"Ah Si!"


"Brother Ah Si!"


Jiang Chenchen hid on the hospital rooftop, shouting down below, with a few people holding guns to cover her.


The building was only three stories high, and those attempting to attack from below were finding ways to climb through the windows. People inside the hospital resisted fiercely.


The sound of gunfire intermittently echoed in the dark night.


There was no response from below because her shout had attracted a sniper hidden in the trees on the opposite side, taking a shot towards her direction.


"Be careful!"


Jiang Chenchen had already lowered herself beneath the railing, the bullet grazing past her head. The people beside her looked alarmed, ready to protect her and guide her off the rooftop. Zhan Chen had warned that if there was no response, they should abandon further confirmation.


Just moments ago, Jiang Chenchen had shouted Mr. Sheng's name loudly, but received no response. If Sheng Mingsi was among those below, he wouldn't have stayed silent. This meant that Sheng Mingsi was not involved.


However, she could roughly confirm the position of the sniper on the opposite side. It seemed they had ambushed several snipers for long-range shooting. If they didn't eliminate this threat, people engaging in close combat near the windows were at risk of being targeted and shot in the head.


"How far is the effective range of your guns?"


Scarface, perplexed by her question, asked, "What?"


"Why are you asking this question here when you should be getting off the rooftop?" he thought, though he replied quickly, "Around 50 meters!"


Jiang Chenchen estimated the distance, thinking it was a bit far. Shooting would be a waste of bullets, and she said, "Let's go, get down... Be careful!"


She glanced and saw someone climbing onto the rooftop through the window. It was an enemy, holding a gun and aiming at Scarface.


While warning Scarface, Jiang Chenchen took the pistol from him, kicked Scarface aside, and shot a bullet at the infiltrator.


Scarface, quick to react, rolled on the ground, reaching for his gun, only to realize it wasn't there!


Jiang Chenchen swiftly took aim with the loaded pistol and fired a shot at the person who had climbed onto the rooftop. The gun was already cocked; pulling the trigger was all it took.


Jiang Chenchen had learned how to use a gun from Zhan Chen himself. He even taught her various shooting techniques unconsciously. Now, the muscle memory was ingrained; she could pick up a gun and use it skillfully.


Moonlight illuminated the rooftop, casting shadows and revealing vague movements and sounds. The infiltrators were on the alert, having fired a shot, but their position was exposed.


Jiang Chenchen's shot didn't hit the person who climbed onto the rooftop. In their evasion, the commotion attracted attention. Adjusting their movements, they fired two more shots.


These actions were taken quickly and precisely, a fortunate coincidence in a moment of crisis.


The infiltrator, hit twice in the arm, fell from the corner of the rooftop.


The sniper on the opposite side still couldn't find a clear target, even during the chaos. Any slight panic or movement could expose them, making them an easy target for a headshot.


After Scarface's recent experience, he had a new appreciation for Jiang Chenchen. She was not an ordinary girl, showing skills comparable to theirs.


They moved from the rooftop to the door and locked it. Breaking through the reinforced iron door to enter would not be easy in the short term.


This path was temporarily blocked.


They quickly descended, and Zhan Chen was waiting below. He had been paying attention to the outside movements since Jiang Chenchen shouted, without responding. This confirmed that Sheng Mingsi was not outside.

As for whether Sheng Mingsi was involved in this operation or had been betrayed by Imon's people, it couldn't be determined for now.


However, this time, Zhan Chen was certain that there was a traitor among them.


And the traitor had been identified.


Exposed in their current position, with the enemy carrying a large number of weapons, they became a besieged force.


Various defenses were rapidly breached in a short period. Time was of the essence, and Jiang Chenchen couldn't be risked in the chaos. She might not be able to protect herself, putting her at risk of harm.


Zhan Chen gestured for her to come over, his expression serious. "Chenchen, listen to me. The situation here is too dangerous and complicated. Hide in the morgue here. The door locks from the inside, and they can't get in or blow it open from the outside. Don't come out unless I tell you."


The enemy seemed to be breaking through quickly, and the defenders inside had already put up a strong resistance for quite some time. It seemed they wouldn't last much longer.


Jiang Chenchen quickly recalled the dream she had not long ago and felt that the predictions from her dream might come true.


"How long until your reinforcements arrive?"


"Ten minutes."


"Do you think you can hold on? I'll fight alongside you and protect you."


Jiang Chenchen spoke seriously and resolutely. Zhan Chen felt that just based on these words, he wouldn't die here.


"We're running out of time. Come, let's go down."


She and Zhan Chen's men quickly headed toward the morgue. The private hospital's morgue was located in the basement. They took a separate elevator from the third floor, entering through a secret room with a code known only to Zhan Chen.


This morgue was different from the publicly accessible one; it was a privately set up morgue with a large area.


It had air conditioning, but it was turned off after she entered.


"Listen, don't come out, wait until everything calms down. Also, don't open the warehouse door here."


Zhan Chen, sitting in a wheelchair, gave instructions. At the same time, one of his subordinates, Scarface, went in and opened a door, revealing a cache of various weapons—machine guns, grenades, and more.


This was not only a private hospital but also a hidden warehouse.


One of the many illusory warehouses he had set up, and Imon had walked right into it.


"You asked me to hide here, but clearly, you should..."


Jiang Chenchen looked at him, his face pale to the point of turning bluish, and his physical condition seemed really bad. In the midst of such chaos, even standing up seemed difficult for him. How could he cope?


"You underestimate me, Chenchen."


A doctor beside Zhan Chen injected a dose of medicine into his arm. Although the doctor's expression was serious, he followed orders.


"In moments like this, I have to take command."


"Zhan Chen, since you promised to let me go and I won't escape before dawn, let me stay by your side for support. I have decent marksmanship, and that Scarface guy saw it."


Scarface: ...


Under Zhan Chen's gaze, he hunched over, holding his weapon.


This "brother" nearly brought disaster upon himself!









Chapter 194: Let's See Who Dies First!


Jiang Chenchen wasn't necessarily determined to protect him.


However, that dream was too vivid. Every time she closed her eyes, the scenes filled with blood took over her mind, making her extremely uncomfortable.


So, at the very least, she wanted to make sure that the events from her dream wouldn't be repeated.


But the situation was urgent, and there was no time for bargaining.


Zhan Chen didn't listen to her and insisted on leaving her in the warehouse. He asked her to lock the warehouse door from the inside and then went back up.


Jiang Chenchen knew that if they continued this tug-of-war, the people upstairs wouldn't be able to hold on much longer. Reluctantly, she stayed behind.


As time passed in the warehouse, she had no exact sense of time. Without a phone or a clock, she could only endure and wait.


Just now, all the weapons from one storage compartment were taken. Were there more compartments with weapons inside?


Zhan Chen had specifically instructed her not to open them.


She hesitated for a moment, then walked over.


...


After going up, Zhan Chen received information from his subordinates that their ten-minute journey had been blocked—by the highway patrol.


It was the people from the highway patrol.


His silver-gray eyes darkened even more. It seemed that Imon's people had received support from a prominent figure in Country A.


He had overlooked this person.


He quickly issued orders, telling them not to come here but to secretly surround the prince's residence.


Here, there were no reinforcements, but they could still fight their way out.


However, this privately disguised small warehouse in the private hospital might be exposed due to this, and they would have to abandon its use and relocate.


...


In the midst of a chaotic hail of bullets, Imon's people, with an abundance of weapons and heavy firepower, went from being full of victory and enthusiasm to being suppressed and finally captured.


When alive, they had much value.


After several rounds of bloody battles, Zhan Chen's body was exhausted to the extreme. He sat back in his wheelchair after several injuries, questioning the captured individuals.


Previously, he hadn't captured anyone alive, so Imon knew he was ruthless, but he had never witnessed it firsthand.


Unable to open the mouth even with the most challenging interrogations, they confessed to the prince's identity. Imon spat out a mouthful of blood, glaring at him with eyes full of unwillingness. "Look at your sickly appearance; you won't live much longer! What are you proud of?"


Zhan Chen smiled slightly, his clear bright eyes looking down. He reached out and shoved the gun into Imon's mouth. "At least longer than you."


"Do you know what's the most terrifying moment when facing death? It's not knowing when I'll pull the trigger."


Imon's face turned pale, wanting to curse, but the gun blocked his words.


Unable to break free from the restraints, his eyes were quickly covered, plunging into total darkness.


The signal of unknown death flashed before him, but the moment of death never came.


Why were there so many sounds of triggers being pulled? Were all the guns aimed at his head?!


But why hadn't anyone acted?


In the room, aside from the ticking sound of the clock on the wall, it was eerily silent.


Fearing the taste of being tortured, he couldn't endure the mental torment any longer. His blood surged to extremes, reaching a breaking point.


He died in fear.


In the room, there was only one person watching over him.


Aside from the gun held in his hand, the other sounds were merely recordings!


...


The day hadn't dawned yet.


In this melee, both sides had experienced fierce battles.


Many were seriously injured.


As for the traitor, it was the one he had trampled on, who shared the same mother but had a different father, and another person mixed among the medical staff. Both were locked in the real morgue.


Zhan Chen's methods were well known to those who had lived and died with him. As long as one didn't betray him, they were treated extremely well in terms of money and other aspects.


But once someone betrayed him, there was only a dead end.


The matter should have ended, but it didn't.


Another group of people came rushing in, Sheng Mingsi's people.


They had been waiting for the advantage from the chaos?


If he hadn't asked Jiang Chenchen to go to a safe place, in the previous situation, she would have been in extreme danger. Yet, Sheng Mingsi didn't seem eager to rescue her; he just watched!


Wait until the situation is clear, and then come over. Was this the behavior of someone deeply concerned about Chenchen?


Zhan Chen sneered. Despite his intense discomfort, he persevered, determined to kill him!


Sheng Mingsi led his people to break in. He had good skills, but unlike those who operated in darkness, he didn't kill; he only captured.


And his only goal was to rescue Chenchen.


However, the people he hired, paid to get the job done, wouldn't get paid if they failed.


They were ruthless.


After a scuffle, both sides had some injuries.


Another round of fighting between the two sides would be disastrous.


Sheng Mingsi stabilized the people he brought, facing off against Zhan Chen.


He looked exceptionally grim. Although he was worried about Jiang Chenchen's safety, he had to remain calm at this moment. From the intelligence he had received, this was Zhan Chen's private rehabilitation hospital. There must be secret passages or hidden rooms, and Jiang Chenchen must be locked up there.


Otherwise, in this three-story private hospital filled with smoke and the aftermath of heavy combat, with the weapons carried by the opposing side, there had to be secret passages.


He looked at the person in the wheelchair and said coldly, "You've fallen into an ambush too. There's no need for a life-and-death struggle. Hand her over, and we can talk."


Zhan Chen saw the blood flowing down his face and squinted, contemplating. "I originally intended to let her go, but I'm not satisfied with letting her leave with someone like you. I won't let her go with you, absolutely not!"


As he spoke, he fired a shot at Sheng Mingsi's abdomen!


He appeared sickly and pale, but his actions were not slow.


If Sheng Mingsi had dodged a bit slower, his abdomen would have been hit. He dodged several bullets in a row, simultaneously entering a room and firing back at Zhan Chen in the wheelchair. "It's not your turn to decide. You're nothing."


Zhan Chen's wheelchair was designed with a shield, resembling a tortoise shell, blocking the bullet. "Then let's see who dies."


The two sides engaged in another fierce battle, plunging into chaos once again.


If they hadn't run out of grenades, throwing one casually now could cause a massive explosion.


The situation was chaotic.


In the morgue underground, Jiang Chenchen had just subdued a person. She couldn't really kill him; her ability to fight was entirely dependent on her skills. Fortunately, she consumed energy slowly, while the young man had exhausted all his strength and was finally subdued by her.


She pressed him to the ground and asked who he was.


But all she got were eyes filled with vigilance and hostility, not a single word.


She didn't have time to waste here, so she used a knife to strike the back of his neck, causing him to faint.


Jiang Chenchen stuffed the young man back into the compartment she had opened out of curiosity. When she opened the door, the person inside suddenly opened his eyes and attacked her.


It was strange. What was someone doing in this compartment?


No time to think further, she opened the door to the morgue and rushed out. This elevator could only be opened by Zhan Chen, but she remembered the password.


He didn't hide it from her, so she saw it.


She immediately took the elevator!







Chapter 195: Assault


Jiang Chenchen emerged from the elevator, passed through a hidden room, and rushed to the first floor. In the faint light of dawn, she saw the chaotic crowd and Sheng Mingsi dodging within it.


"Ah Si!"


She instinctively called out, and Sheng Mingsi, with bloodshot and crimson eyes, a face covered in blood, heard her voice amidst the chaotic thoughts. He glimpsed the familiar figure.


"Chenchen!"


Evading gunfire, Sheng Mingsi moved through the hospital corridors to her side. Wu Bi protected him, and Sheng Mingsi swiftly pulled her close, avoiding bullets that whizzed past.


They darted into a hospital room.


Jiang Chenchen leaned against his broad chest, her face close to him, hearing his intense heartbeat and the heavy breaths above her head.


Several consecutive nights of rushing around had left him exhausted. Still, the person in front of her was fine, in his arms, making everything worthwhile.


While he vigilantly monitored the situation outside, his low voice reached her ears.


Jiang Chenchen heard him say, "Chenchen, I'm here to take you home."


Suddenly, a warm feeling surged in her heart. He had come all the way to this foreign land for her, enduring all hardships, and now, amidst the gunfire, he wanted to take her home.


"When did you guys arrive?" she asked.


"Just now. I'm sorry it took so long, causing you distress, Chenchen. Are you okay?"


"I'm fine, Ah Si... Zhan Chen said he would let me go when it's dawn. It's already dawn; you don't have to fight anymore!"


She left Sheng Mingsi's embrace, headed towards the exit, and shouted Zhan Chen's name to stop him.


Her voice attracted gunfire, but Sheng Mingsi quickly pulled her back.


"Chenchen, it's dangerous! How can you trust that person's words?" Sheng Mingsi's face bore traces of bullets aimed at his eyes.


His expression was extremely serious, suppressing his breath from top to bottom.


Jiang Chenchen reached out, wiping away the bloodstains from his cheek, looking into his eyes. "Ah Si, we can go home soon. Trust me. Have your people withdraw first."


Sheng Mingsi grabbed her wrist, holding onto it tightly, unwilling to let go. He stared into her eyes with profound intensity. "I'll be with you, no matter what."


He wouldn't let go.


Jiang Chenchen met his gaze, firmly gripping his hand. Then, the two of them left the room.


Sheng Mingsi ordered his men to withdraw, simultaneously shouting, "Zhan Chen, tell your people to stop. Chenchen is with me; let's talk."


In this dimly lit corridor with disrupted circuits, where both upstairs and downstairs were engaged in a chaotic battle, his voice was clear enough. Meanwhile, Zhan Chen, concealed in the darkness on the other side, narrowed his eyes.


Chenchen was with him.


Although he was mentally prepared, his words always ignited a strong desire to destroy and eliminate. However, it wasn't the time yet.


Zhan Chen instructed his men to put down their weapons. Pushed by Ning Yi, he came out in a wheelchair. In this smoky and dim corridor, he saw Jiang Chenchen standing beside Sheng Mingsi.


The day had already dawned.


Light streamed in diagonally through shattered windows.


It was daylight, and it was time to let her go.


"Chenchen, come over here," Zhan Chen shouted to her.



"It's daylight; it's time to let her go."


"Chenchen, come here," Zhan Chen called to her.


He always looked at her with enough tenderness, even though he was forcefully maintaining his willpower.


Jiang Chenchen stood still, her hand in Sheng Mingsi's hand, his fingers ice-cold, gripping tightly.


"Ah Si," she softly called him.


Sheng Mingsi glanced at her and said in a deep voice, "Don't be afraid."


He locked eyes with the person opposite him. "It's dawn, continuing like this won't lead to a good outcome. Your body doesn't seem like it can endure it any longer. I'll take her away, and you can immediately withdraw from here."


Indeed, Zhan Chen's body couldn't endure further strain, but he just wanted her to come and talk to him. Especially seeing her standing beside Sheng Mingsi, holding hands, it was so glaring that it was unbearable!


"Chenchen, come over here. I'll let you go."


He looked so humble in front of so many people.


But when his gaze fell on Sheng Mingsi, it was uncharacteristically cold. "You immediately leave this place. One hundred meters outside the hospital, I'll talk to Chenchen for a few minutes, then let her go."


He just didn't want to watch them leave together from his sight. Otherwise, he feared he wouldn't keep his promise to let go.


However, Sheng Mingsi interpreted his words as a provocation. How could he let Jiang Chenchen stay by his side when faced with such a dangerous person?


He was truly worried and absolutely did not believe in Zhan Chen's character. However, Jiang Chenchen squeezed his hand slightly, as if pulling back his thoughts and gaze.


Sheng Mingsi glanced at her, and she said, "Ah Si, trust me. I'll be back with you shortly."


Her voice was gentle, but the power conveyed in her eyes allowed him to feel a bit more reassured in his anxious heart.


"But..."


"Wait for me."


She exerted strength in her hand. Before letting go, she was seeking his opinion.


Even if Sheng Mingsi was unwilling, he couldn't truly disbelieve her. Lowering his head to look into her eyes, he said coldly and solemnly, "Be careful. I'll be waiting for you outside. If anything happens, shout loudly for me."


"Okay, I'll call your name. Sheng Mingsi."


They settled on leaving, but an unexpected incident occurred after Sheng Mingsi led his people outside. Someone with ulterior motives had infiltrated among the hired men. When everyone was relaxed, this person suddenly fired a shot at the person in the wheelchair.


At that moment, Jiang Chenchen was walking towards Zhan Chen.


The bullet missed its target, unexpectedly aimed at Jiang Chenchen. At that moment, Zhan Chen, in a panic, gathered his strength from the wheelchair and pressed her form down, holding her protectively in front of him.


As a result, the bullet hit his thigh.


Blood quickly seeped through his clothes, staining it red.


Suddenly, during this turn of events, Sheng Mingsi, being a bit far away, couldn't rescue Jiang Chenchen. However, he was the first to shoot the assailant's arm. The gun shifted, and the assailant was immediately subdued.


In that situation, they almost started another fight between the two factions.


It was Sheng Mingsi who restrained the impulsive urge to fight, handing over the assailant to Zhan Chen's men for investigation. At the same time, Wu Bi went to facilitate the handover between Sheng Mingsi's people and Zhan Chen's.


Due to this sudden incident, Zhan Chen's situation became critical, and the hospital's doctors were also injured, making it impossible for them to provide immediate medical attention.


At this moment, Jiang Chenchen turned to look at Sheng Mingsi. After he stabilized the various emotions and arrived, she said, "Don't panic. I've studied medicine; leave it to me!"