Chapter 171 - Things Have Changed
“Is there an issue with the manager?” questioned Xiao Ming, raising an eyebrow in curiosity.
The staff grew tense, assuming a criminal might be involved due to recent incidents of attacks and explosions. However, they soon realized they were not in their hotel but rather in the plastic surgery hospital across the street.
“No, I was merely inquiring,” Xiao Ming replied, returning to his usual demeanor.
Although he appeared composed on the surface, his inner turmoil seethed with anger.
We've been searching for five long years, and now they just suddenly reappear like this? And she's even brought a child? Could it really be his wife who checked in?
If that's the case, won't Third Brother lose his mind? Ye Zichen also crossed paths with Xiaojie earlier, but he wasn't sure if Xiaojie had recognized their third brother.
Should he call Third Bro? Should he alert Xiaoxiao first? After all, she had never given up on searching for Xiaojie during these past five years.
No, that can't be right. What if I've misinterpreted the situation? It's better to confirm before jumping to conclusions.
Contemplating his decision, Xiao Ming retrieved his phone and grappled with inner conflict. In the end, he resolved to head upstairs and assess the situation firsthand.
Inside the room, Shang Cijie, who held Shang Mingming, directed his cold gaze towards the plastic surgery hospital across the street.
In the elevator earlier, he had spotted Mu Sifa and observed Elina's surprise. He refrained from confronting Mu Sifa immediately, deeming it unwise to reveal himself so hastily.
“Hah! Is Elina still your assistant? She certainly knows how to make an entrance!” he scoffed.
“Third Young Madame, I've thoroughly investigated everything for your benefit,” Lin Shuangxia reported.
As soon as she had dragged her luggage into her room, Lin Shuangxia promptly placed a phone call.
“Go on,” Shang Cijie instructed, settling onto the sofa with Shang Mingming nestled in his arms. He maintained a frosty demeanor while regarding the enigmatic figure of Mo Wuji.
“Five years ago, Elina was indeed the one who pushed you down the stairs. Xiao Yi assisted her in concealing the truth,” Lin Shuangxia disclosed.
So, that's the situation! Whenever I would wake up, those two would be waiting outside the ward. They had come to check if I was still alive.
“Where's my older sister? Have there been any updates about her?”
“Your elder sister and Third Young Master still maintain their husband and wife relationship, but she no longer resides at the Mu Family; instead, she lives near Jia Tianxia's residence.”
Jia Tianxia? Why would Big Sis choose to live next to Jia Tianxia's house?
“What's her connection with Jia Tianxia?”
“I'm not sure, but I'll instruct my men to investigate further. As for Fourth Miss, she's already wedded to Xiao Ming and has joined the Serious Crimes Unit.”
Shang Cijie was taken aback. Xiaoxiao had become a police officer?
Nonetheless, he soon smiled again, knowing that Mu Xiaoxiao's sense of justice made her a good fit for the role of a police officer.
“It's quite a coincidence. Currently, we're on opposite sides—outlaws versus the police.” He smiled, but there was a hint of bitterness in his expression.
Seeing the disappointment in Shang Cijie's eyes, Lin Shuangxia was at a loss for words and chose to remain silent.
“Is Xiaoxiao an aunt? Is she the beautiful aunt Xiaojie mentioned?”
In contrast, Shang Mingming was genuinely thrilled. The mention of Mu Xiaoxiao's name immediately lightened the mood.
The smile returned to Shang Cijie's lips. “That's right! Didn't Mingming express a desire to meet Aunt Xiaoxiao? How about Xiaojie arranges for you to see her in a few days?”
“Sure, sure!” They excitedly danced around.
“Third Young Madame, the enemy now knows that you've returned to Hua Xia, and you're currently not by the young master's side. What if they launch an attack when you go out? Perhaps it's best if I stay indoors for a while,” Lin Shuangxia hurriedly tried to advise him. It seemed like there was some recent development.
The sourc𝗲 of this content is fre(e)webnovel