Chapter 567: Chapter 567: Jealousy and Their Long-Awaited Reunion

In the long, complex corridor with a history that is as ancient as the Zhong Family’s.

As the two brothers stepped out of the study, the harmonious atmosphere changed.

Zhong Lingxiao took Lin Xifei’s hand, with a somewhat sincere smile, and said, “Zhong Yi, it seems that the old patriarch has posed a difficult question for you. There is less than two months left until the end of the year. I’m afraid you won’t be able to fulfill his wish…”

His original weakness had become his strength.

How could Zhong Lingxiao not be pleased in his heart? He was extremely restrained and endured, so as not to appear overly proud.

“Things are unpredictable. I advise you, big brother, not to rejoice too soon.” Zhong Yi’s gaze was sharp like a needle, hurting Lin Xifei’s eyes. She instinctively hid behind Zhong Lingxiao.

Seeing this, Zhong Yi huffed coldly and quickly left.

Zhong Lingxiao comforted Lin Xifei, “Don’t be afraid, he is just venting his dissatisfaction. You really are my lucky star, today’s gain was unexpected.”

“Hmm.”

Lin Xifei hesitated in her eyes.

She somewhat regretted being entangled in the vortex of the wealthy family’s struggles.

Would she really be able to get out unscathed?

“Let’s go choose a villa first, put it under your name. Then go interview nutritionists and nannies, whatever you want you can just tell me, I will make it happen.”

Zhong Lingxiao is now treating her like a precious gem, granting her every wish.

Lin Xifei nodded, gently touching her flat stomach. Currently four weeks pregnant, the hospital said a paternity test could be done at five weeks, but it would increase the risk of miscarriage.

So Zhong Lingxiao could not possibly agree to it, so at least it would have to wait until after 12 weeks.

She still had time.

If she could persuade him, it would be even better to wait until after the birth.

“Lingxiao, the old patriarch mentioned the paternity test, I’m scared. What if I can’t keep this baby, let’s postpone it until the child is healthy enough to do it. This might be your only child, I can’t take the risk.”

Zhong Lingxiao didn’t outright refuse, also considering the importance of this child, he said.

“We’ll see how it goes at that time. The old patriarch places great importance on blood ties. When Zhong Yi was found, he went through numerous hospitals for paternity tests until it was finally confirmed that he was a member of the Zhong Family.”

“Lingxiao, I’ll listen to you. I’m now blacklisted, and I can only rely on you. But I’m afraid Zhong Yi has held a grudge in his heart since I revealed information to you in Haicheng. If he targets me and the child…”

Lin Xifei leaned into his embrace, “You must protect us well.”

“He won’t get the chance!”

Zhong Lingxiao would never give him that opportunity!

“I believe you.”

Lin Xifei pretended to cry, tears trickling down her fair and beautiful face.

Only by saying this could she alleviate Zhong Lingxiao’s suspicions.

The child in her stomach wasn’t his at all!

…

In the Huo Family’s Garden Villa.

In the master bedroom.

Qiao Xi had endured all the way, and now she didn’t have to worry about eavesdroppers.

Looking at Huo Xingzhou, she revealed the shocking secret: “Old Master Huang said, the woman with narcolepsy is actually Grandpa Cheng’s biological daughter!”

A flicker of understanding passed through Huo Xingzhou’s eyes: “No wonder Lu Bannong specifically mentioned her last name during the competition, yet didn’t allow the media to get a clear shot of her face. It turns out he was fishing!”

The affairs of the previous generation are hard to verify.

Qiao Xi frowned, “Old Master Huang only told me that more than twenty years ago, Grandpa Cheng’s daughter committed suicide, which led to his disheartened retreat. That woman does resemble Grandpa Cheng’s daughter, but he couldn’t be a hundred percent sure. Could this be a trap?”

Many speculations flashed through her mind.

“If it’s a trap, then Lu Bannong purposely found a woman who resembled her to use as bait, to lure Cheng Han into appearing. It seems only Cheng Han’s personal appearance can determine the truth.”

Everything hinged on Cheng Han.

Qiao Xi was distressed, “Where on earth has Grandpa Cheng gone!”

Huo Xingzhou stretched out his finger to smooth her frowning brows, softly comforting her, “The old gentleman is very experienced and has managed to remain hidden for many years without being found. It seems he’s quite adept at this, so don’t worry too much. Besides, I’ve always had Old Chen send people to search for him, and we will inform you as soon as there’s any trace.”

“Mm, I hope he’s safe and sound!”

Qiao Xi let out a soft sigh.

The worry in her eyes was unmistakable; Grandpa Cheng was very important to her.

“Whether that woman is Grandpa Cheng’s biological daughter or not, after I report to the Traditional Chinese Medicine Association next month, I must take her into my care. I will treat her personally, and I can have an explanation when Grandpa Cheng returns.”

“You’ve thought it through very thoroughly.”

Huo Xingzhou lowered his head to look at her, “From tomorrow on, Old Chen will take you to the Zhong Family. I must fully concentrate on dealing with the Xiang Family now. This time, I must completely crush the Xiang Family, as retribution for my grandmother.”

He didn’t say much about the Zhong Family to avoid unnecessary worry on her part.

“Alright, you focus on your own matters, don’t put too much energy on me.”

“How could I not?”

Huo Xingzhou gazed at her deeply, his eyes profound, like the surface of a lake rippled with light.

“My energy should be placed on you.”

His voice became softer, and his thin lips gently landed on her cheek. The thought of her seeing Zhong Yi more often was like the prelude to a long-awaited reunion scene in a play.

Full of regrets and conflicts, with suppressed passion followed by a release.

A hint of jealousy sprouted in his heart, along with some dissatisfaction with the Zhong Family.

Qiao Xi sensed something off in his mood and wanted to look up to ask what was wrong.

But before she could speak.

Her lips were covered by his, disrupting her breathing.

His body was warm, pressing tightly against her, carefully avoiding her right hand. He intentionally moved her towards the edge of the bed, and before she knew it, Qiao Xi found herself lying on the soft, large bed.

Her scattered hair obscured her vision, and the man’s surging kisses were unstoppable.

It grew more and more intense.

With a sense of possession and control.

Some jealousy, which couldn’t be calmed down in a short time.

“Huo…”

She leaked a murmur through her lips and teeth.

But he refused to stop.

Qiao Xi’s hands fell to the side, and she slowly closed her eyes. Since things had come to this point, let’s drown in it together.

The temperature in the room climbed.

The breathing of the man and woman grew rapid.

The cell phone on the coffee table buzzed non-stop, as if urging them, intent on disrupting such a lovely atmosphere.

Qiao Xi pushed against his chest: “The phone!”

“Don’t worry about it.”

He had been enduring for days, and after his visit to the Zhong Family, he had been on the verge of eruption.

He leaned down for a kiss.

But the phone on the coffee table kept vibrating, as if it would continue until dawn if unanswered.

Qiao Xi with arms wrapped in front of her, softly reminded him, “It might be an emergency? You should answer the call.”

He slowly calmed his breathing and then got up to answer the phone at the coffee table.

“Who is this?”

“President Huo, Xiang Hai has died!”

Came the voice from the other end of the phone.