"Xue Er, why are you here?" Song Yun recognized Lan Xue and greeted her with so surprise. She looked into Lan Xue's eyes, filled with curiosity and confusion, and asked, "Do you know the person who saved ?"
"He wasn't trying to save you. He was just protecting himself and happened to knock you to the ground," Lan Xue said coldly.
Song Yun knew Lan Xue's cool exterior hid a warm heart, so she said unconcernedly, "Whether he saved or not, I'm well aware. Before I ca here, I had soone check the surveillance and analyze the bullet's trajectory. I know the shot was aid at . If it weren't for him, I would be dead by now. But you, why are you so anxious?"
"How is he?" Lan Xue didn't care to entertain Song Yun's questions and looked towards Ghost Hand.
"He should be fine, might have lost a bit too much blood. A good patch-up should do it. Don't worry, he's in my hands," Ghost Hand quickly reassured, patting his chest with a sure look.
"Hold on, why do you care so much about him? What's your relationship?" Song Yun asked Lan Xue warily. Seeing Lan Xue's cold, "do not approach" expression, she turned to Ghost Hand. He simply looked away nonchalantly as if he wanted no part in the conversation. Sensing sothing was amiss, Song Yun asked, "Xue Er, we know about the petty issues between our elders. I'm against it, as you well know. We're sisters and haven't seen each other in so long. There's no need to be so standoffish, right?"
"I'm leaving first. Have him call when he wakes up," Lan Xue said and turned to leave, showing no concern for Song Yun. For both families, it wasn't just a matter of face anymore, but a matter of life and death—a feud beyond diation. Facing the offspring of an enemy, who could remain calm without wanting to draw swords?
"Wait," Song Yun called out hastily, "what exactly is your relationship to the man who saved my life?"
"Is it necessary to tell you?" Lan Xue said coldly, rembering the hatred between them, the near-death experiences, and the tragic death of her second cousin who had infiltrated the Wild Wolf rcenary Group. A chilling glint flickered through her cool eyes.
"Of course it's necessary. A month ago, I was being pursued by assassins. Plenty of people watched but nobody helped. If it weren't for a car accidentally losing control and hitting the assassin, I would be dead. Ever since then, I swore that whoever saves my life, I will follow them for the rest of my life. The man in the operating room saved ; he's the one for , and no one can change that," Song Yun declared firmly, not backing down from Lan Xue's defiance. "And don't tell his rescue was just a coincidence."
"As a man, seeing danger and saving you is instinct, as well as his duty, since he's likely a soldier. This is what he's supposed to do. If you've decided on him, that's your business, not mine. However, as a woman, I must warn you—if you fall into this trap, you'll die a miserable death," Lan Xue warned, unfazed by Song Yun's provocation and rivalry. Having faced death together several tis, Lan Xue understood Luo Zheng too well to worry.
"Is he the man you have your sights on?" Song Yun suddenly realized and looked at Lan Xue in shock. "No wonder my brother wanted to fight him. So that's how it is."
"You're quite astute, befitting of Beijing's wise beauty. A smart person should know how to choose," Lan Xue said, leaving in a hurry without saying anything more. The assassin matter still awaited further investigation.
"I am who I am. Our family values face foremost, followed by the developnt of the direct descendants. Won are rely pawns for the family's interests. You can pursue what you want without reserve; I am no less capable. What you can do, I can do too," Song Yun told Lan Xue's retreating figure, her tone resolute.
Lan Xue paused briefly but didn't look back and continued walking away. She did not consider Song Yun a rival. However, Lan Xue hadn't expected Song Yun to be bold enough to speak such words and found herself sowhat admiring her courage. Seeing Lan Xue leave, Song Yun turned towards Ghost Hand and asked seriously, "Gui Li, we're old friends. I need your help. Na your conditions."
"You're known as one of Beijing's top ten beauties and are lauded for your intelligence, but I think that's sowhat overrated," Ghost Hand spoke sternly, scoffing disdainfully. "There are many things that can't be traded, and how will you face your elders or your brother?"
"Family is family, and I am . We're all from great clans, and you know the situation. Won hold no stature in the family. I can elope with him. With my abilities, hiding won't be a problem, and neither will finances. You should know this," Song Yun said earnestly.
"Don't try to probe . It's foolish and naive. Don't ask if I'll agree. Go ask your grandfather instead; he'll tell you," Ghost Hand said coldly, walking away.
Song Yun's expression turned grave as she gave Ghost Hand a deep look, realizing she wouldn't get any clues from him. She then turned to Gui Fang, who shook her head with a wry smile, indicating her own ignorance. After pondering for a mont and feeling that the situation was more complicated than she knew, Song Yun hurriedly left.
"Brother, Song Yun's intelligence is as deep as the ocean. Can Sister Xue Er really handle her?" Gui Fang asked worriedly.
"Don't worry. I may not know Song Yun well, but I know my brother. You don't need to ask about this matter, and don't worry unnecessarily. Just stay ho in the coming days; Beijing might be in for so turmoil," Ghost Hand advised earnestly, looking out the window with a somber expression.
Gui Fang looked at her brother in surprise. At this mont, he seed like a sage, though clad in the frivolous garb of a playboy, which seed sowhat incongruous. Gui Fang realized her brother had been through a lot and faced significant events, and though curious, she restrained herself from asking questions.
Half an hour later, Luo Zheng ca out of the operating room with thick bandages on his arm. Ghost Hand quickly approached, looking at him with concern. Luo Zheng reassured him with a look and said to the doctor with a smile, "Please let the police know I'm checking out now and will co back tomorrow to have my dressing changed."
"Sure, just be careful," the doctor replied with so reluctance.
Luo Zheng gestured to Ghost Hand to leave quickly. Gui Fang, sensing sothing secretive between the two but understanding their rapport, hurriedly followed them. They went to the parking lot and got into Gui Fang's car. While she drove, Luo Zheng asked in a low voice, "This situation is odd. Do you have any leads?"
"Hmm, it seems targeted at Song Yun, that girl," Ghost Hand whispered back.
Luo Zheng glanced at Gui Fang, who was eavesdropping attentively. After thinking a bit, he gestured upwards, and Ghost Hand, catching the hint, suggested, "Let's talk on the phone when we get ho. A storm might be brewing."
"Brother, second brother, you guys talk; I won't listen, is that alright? What's with the riddles?" Gui Fang said openly, having been caught trying to listen in. She pouted, looking dissatisfied.
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