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one. "I guarantee my mom won't dislike you!""It's not like you can control it!" she pouted, her eyes drooping, a look of dejection crossing her face.He kissed her again. "My mom listens to me, she def...Jiang Cheng's expression suddenly hardened, and his face turned cold and resolute.
"Dad, don't touch her. I'm saying this for the last time, if you touch her, you won't have a son!"
His words were like a thunderbolt, causing Jiang Yancheng to tremble uncontrollably. He was furious, furious at his son's stubbornness!
"You--you little rascal!"
Jiang Cheng stood up as if his fighting spirit had returned in an instant, a faint smile on his lips.
"Alright, Dad, you can yell at me all you want, for as long as you want, but I'm afraid I have to take my leave. I have some important things to attend to!"
Jiang Yancheng immediately understood and, without bothering to get angry, asked, “What are you going to do”
“If this turns into something that I and Mengmeng conspired together, then there's nothing to worry about. It's just him overreacting. As for Mengmeng, I can talk to her.”
"Are you sure" Jiang Yichen expressed strong doubt, then snorted coldly with embarrassment. "That woman has changed a lot. She's not someone you can manipulate anymore. As for Xiao Lang..."
"Dad!" Jiang Chengfeng interrupted him. "Don't worry, I'll talk to her. She hasn't changed!"
She hasn't changed!
This is a serious statement!
His words were enough to reveal the depth of his feelings for her.
Because of trust, he would act so relaxed in front of Jiang Yichen.
"No!" Jiang Chengfeng refused. "Alright, I'm going now! I'm hanging up."
Saying he's hung up, he really is. Jiang Yancheng stared at his phone and couldn't help but mutter softly, "That little punk." He wasn't confident in Lin Meng at all, and he wouldn't just stand by and watch his only remaining son face the danger of being fired. Therefore, just in case, he had to be prepared as well.
As expected, the old saying "one's best qualities are revealed by their experience" rings true. Jiang Yichen was right to anticipate this; Jiang Chengfeng was overconfident and had oversimplified matters. The moment he took his car towards Lin Meng's location, Rong Ling led his men to intercept him forcibly.
As soon as he guessed, he knew that Jiang Chengfeng would definitely not joke about his future, so when he saw Jiang Chengfeng like this in the waiting, he had to make a move in advance. Jiang Chengfeng wanted to get away with it, he absolutely wouldn't allow it!
He has had enough of enduring the Jiang family's father and son. Taking this opportunity, it is time to start dealing with the two of them.
Therefore, on the open road, he forcibly stopped Jiang Chengfeng, who was driving. Jiang Chengfeng's license plate number was registered, and it was easily traceable. Moreover, Rong Ling's men had been keeping an eye on Jiang Chengfeng, so they were intimately familiar with his car.
When Rong Ling stopped Jiang Chengfeng, his reasons were naturally reasonable and well-founded.
"Group Leader Jiang, I found the person. How about you join us for this trip!"
He and Wang Lei were both invited, but Jiang Chengfeng just didn't want to leave, even if he had to. At this point, there was no room for Jiang Chengfeng to refuse.
Jiang Cheng was shocked. He couldn't believe that Rong Ling actually had such great ability. He instinctively thought he was talking nonsense. To have been found so quickly, it was a huge mockery of his hiding skills. Even if Rong Ling was skilled, it was impossible to achieve this level!
He doesn't believe it!
With a cold face, he got into the car and sat beside Rong Ling. Captain Wang Lei took the front seat, with a driver behind the wheel. Jiang Chengfeng's heart was in turmoil because of his calmness; that confident look as if everything was under control made him uneasy. Moreover, considering Wang Lei's personality, he shouldn't team up with Rong Ling to deceive him, after all, he was still in uniform.
Then, Rong Ling really found it!
He -- it was really hard to believe, but he couldn't help but make the worst-case scenario plans. Now, he had no chance to warn Lin Meng in advance. So, would Lin Meng still be on his side then With Wang Lei present, he wouldn't even have a chance to give Lin Meng any color. It would be trouble then!
With his capabilities, he could resolve the issues, but it would definitely have negative consequences for him. If Rong Ling were to try, and find someone influential enough, he could potentially face severe repercussions and even see his career stagnate.
Anxiety crept into his heart.
But, he could only feign composure!
He would never let his weaknesses show until the very last moment, especially in front of his rivals!
As he watched the car drive along the familiar path, finally entering the neighborhood and then his familiar building, his heart sank completely!
Ron Ling, you're really good at this!
He was still wearing a cold expression as he followed Wang Lei and Rong Ling out of the car. He trailed behind them without showing any signs of panic or agitation, as if he had never been to this place before, as if he didn't know how to get to the house where Lin Meng was locked up. He should be thankful that out of caution, he hadn't brought his key card with him. Otherwise, when asked to be searched and found the key card used to open the door, no matter how much he tried to explain himself, it wouldn't make sense.
Taking the elevator to the seventeenth floor, Jiang Chengfeng arrived at the familiar door. There were already two people standing there. Jiang Chengfeng guessed that they must be Rong Ling's people.
That's quite impressive!
"Chief Jiang, are you familiar with this room"
Rong Ling's voice was sharp as he questioned, his eyes and brows holding their usual coldness.
Jiang Cheng sneered, silent.
He has always been careful and meticulous in his work. Even though he obtained this house, it's impossible that he did it himself. There must have been several intermediaries involved. If Rong Ling wanted to connect this house to him, would that be possible
"Unfamiliar." He said coldly, questioning. "Is Mengmeng in this house"
Rong Ling glanced at him, no longer saying anything. He gestured with his eyes to one of the two men waiting by the door. One man rushed to Rong Ling and nodded, then took out a lock-picking tool. After some struggle, he forcefully broke open the door.
As soon as the door was pulled open from the outside, what lay inside was immediately clear.
Passing the entrance hall, I glanced into the living room and each open compartment, but there wasn't a single person inside!
Everyone frowned, including Rong Ling. But very quickly, his brows relaxed because he had already seen the familiar bag lying on the sofa. It belonged to Lin Meng. A hint of a smile also flashed in his eyes, if he wasn't mistaken――
He strode in first, and then he felt a gust of wind behind him, followed by a sharp cry filled with surprise and anxiety. He turned slightly, and with his agile figure, quickly scooped her into his arms. Looking down, she was leaning against his chest, with a trace of remorse for almost making a mistake on her face, her hands tightly clutching the juice bottle. Because of the force, her fingertips were slightly pale.
If he wasn't mistaken, she must have grabbed this random thing as a weapon because she sensed something was off. ( ..tw good-looking novel)
His sweetheart, at crucial moments, always manages to be quicker-witted than other women.
"Scared" he asked her softly.
Her lips pursed, a silent answer. She was afraid, she must be. Confined here, unable to contact the outside world. What if someone with ill intentions came in at this moment Where could she turn for help The strange noises outside earlier had made her uneasy, reminding her of stories about home invasions and murders. She couldn't sit still. She looked around but couldn't find any suitable weapon, so she could only resort to a glass of almost untouched juice as her makeshift weapon.
In the end, it turned out to be him, which was somewhat unexpected, but now I don't find it surprising at all. It would have been more surprising if he hadn't come looking for me so quickly!
This means, this man is not "hopeless" yet!
She slightly loosened her grip on the juice, her little face fell, and she began to tell Rong Ling that she was very unhappy. What had happened before wouldn't be erased just because he had come.
Her face changed, and he knew what she was thinking. He didn't want to talk about Li Lanqiu in front of others. Now, let's deal with Jiang Chufeng first.
"The wind brought you here, didn't you even think to give me or your son a call Your son was worried sick about you."
This man is very cunning. He took the initiative and, with a confident tone, confirmed that Jiang Chengfeng brought her here. Then he used his son to distract her. His son holds a very important place in her heart. By mentioning him, he didn't seem out of place. She wouldn't pay much attention to anything else.
As expected, anxiety appeared on her face.
“What’s wrong with Youyou” She was furious with him in her heart. If it weren't for him, she wouldn't have ended up like this, and her son wouldn't be worried. She knew her watch was broken, and her son, being so smart and sensitive, would definitely find something off.
"Don't you even try to coax Youyou first" She was so anxious that she blamed him.
He naturally confessed obediently and coaxed her. “I coaxed him, saying that I would definitely bring his mommy home to see him in the evening, and then he stopped making a fuss.”
Only then was Lin Meng relieved.
"Where's your watch"
Rong Ling sharply asked the second question.
Lin Meng slightly turned her elbow, remembering Jiang Chengfeng, then fell silent.
At this moment, Jiang Chengfeng was stopped at the door by Wang Lei, who silently gestured for him to be quiet. However, if Jiang Chengfeng had stayed silent, with Rong Ling's skill at setting linguistic traps, he would have certainly been able to lead Lin Meng into revealing the crucial points.
"Dreamy!" Sitting around waiting for death wasn't his style. If he was going to be saved, he had to take action!
Jiang Chengfeng's voice entered Lin Meng's ears, causing her to startle and slightly turn her body. She looked towards the doorway and saw him in his police uniform, along with two other individuals also dressed in uniforms. These two men were Wang Lei and his accomplice, both unfamiliar to her.
She didn't quite understand the current situation, but instinctively felt that something was amiss.
Rong Ling gave Jiang Chengfeng a cold glance and snorted inwardly at such a despicable person, then continued to ask.
"Mengmeng, didn't Jiang Chengfeng take your watch"
Jiang Chengfeng originally planned to introduce Wang Lei's identity and the reason for his arrival, but suddenly, he wanted to indulge Rong Ling's temporary desire to conceal everything from Lin Meng. He also wanted to hear what she would say in this situation. He was also curious if she could firmly keep her promise to him as he had made to his father – that "she hadn't changed" – and be so trustworthy.
He wanted his father to know that this woman was worthy of his trust. He hoped that his father, because of this unshakeable trust, would see her in a new light. At least, it would quell the occasional thought that flickered in his mind—the thought of killing her.
A father knows his son best, just as a son knows his father best. He understood his father's character very well. Even though he warned his father, he wasn't afraid of ten thousand things, but rather one thing going wrong. When it came to cunning and strategy, he was definitely no match for his father!
So, he closed his mouth, as Wang Lei hoped, remaining silent. He only looked deeply and intently at Lin Meng.
Lin Meng nodded under his intense gaze.
Rong Ling smiled faintly, her eyes glancing at Jiang Chengfeng's face, but a chilling frost lay beneath the surface.
Jiang Cheng's heart, sank slightly.
"Didn't Jiang Chengfeng also take your phone"
Lin Meng hesitated for a moment, but still nodded.
Rong Ling's eyes grew colder, and Jiang Chengfeng's heart sank a little further.
"Did Jiang lock you up here when he came back on the wind"
Jiang Cheng's heart clenched tightly.
He wanted to speak up and make a final plea, but for some reason, he didn't want to open his mouth. After all, if she nodded in agreement, the faith he held dear would be shattered. He would be truly free and unburdened!
Then, you can become a demon!
Lin Meng was very silent, bowing his head in silence.
Rong Ling's hand on her waist tightened, a silent urging and hint.
Lin Meng still did not speak.
"Mengmeng." Rong Ling said in a deep voice, calling her name.
She only spoke then, her voice soft but steady.
"No, it's not that. I choose to stay here."
As if bolstering herself, and as if to convince everyone else, she finally lifted her head. But this time, her gaze was fixed on Jiang Chengfeng. This time, her voice was louder, crystal clear.
"It's my own decision to stay here!"
The clarity in her voice was so pleasing, it was like heavenly music. In that moment, the joy that surged through him was so intense that he felt a twinge of pain. Her gaze held his, so clear and pure, like two pools of spring water, gazing deep into his soul. It seemed as if even the foulest sin could be cleansed by her eyes. She looked at him deeply, her eyes revealing a kind of acceptance. As she spoke, he gradually felt shame creeping in, followed by an increasingly profound pain that stemmed from her understanding.
"Brother Jiang took my watch and my phone, but these were all voluntary. I also voluntarily chose to stay here. I need a quiet space to sort some things out."
“Mengmeng!” Rong Ling’s voice turned stern, laced with reproach. “You need a quiet space, so where you can't find it, why run all the way to such an out-of-the-way place! And for peace and quiet, is it necessary to lock yourself up so much that you can’t even leave your room”
Thinking of her at this moment, still so protective of Jiang Chengfeng, a surge of jealousy welled up in his heart, and his tone couldn't help but carry a hint of anger.
"You were just anxious and worried because you hadn't heard from Youyou. So how could you willingly take off your watch You know how important the watch is to your son, how could you willingly take it off! Mengmeng, are you an uncaring person to your son!"
A sharp and piercing question, like a sharp pair of scissors, can easily cut through any lies. Particularly, Rong Ling mentioned Youyou, which was Lin Meng's weakness. Under his questioning, Lin Meng trembled. But in the end, he just pursed his lips, stubbornly responding with silence to everything.
Rong Ling was naturally both angry and anxious. She knocked Jiang Chengfeng down; this was such a good opportunity, why couldn't she cooperate with him just a little Moreover, Jiang Chengfeng clearly maliciously locked her up. She was clearly afraid because she didn't know who would come in just now, but could she erase all of this hurt! All because he was Jiang Chengfeng!
Is it because he is Jiang Wanyin's older brother, or is it because he is Jiang Cheng!
This made him feel jealous and hurt!
He has endured so much for her, putting up with the Jiang family father and son time and time again. Why can't she see his hardships Even now, at this point, she still helps Jiang Chengfeng, that man!
"Dreamer!" he couldn't help but yell at her, his arm tightening its grip around her.
She was still pursing her lips, her profile undeniably beautiful and captivating, but this silence had imbued it with a resolute strength. She lifted her head and gazed at him silently. There were no words, only that look of unspoken longing, which left him defeated and crumbling before her.
Those jet-black eyes, they could kill him!
That's it!
It's infuriating and helpless!
She thought like this, so he did as she wished!
That's it!
"Yu Yu must still be worried about you. Why don't you come back with me" He softened his voice, looking down at her.
Her eyelids trembled heavily, then she nodded slightly.
He took her arm and walked out, approaching Wang Lei's face and offering an apology.
"Captain Wang, it was a misunderstanding. I'm sorry to have wasted your time!"
He first softened, but it wasn't to Jiang Chengfeng's softness. He had to lose, and he could only lose at the hands of this little woman in his arms.
And he said it deliberately, right in front of Jiang Chengfeng who he despised greatly, all for Lin Meng. If she wanted that, then he would completely put her mind at ease. What he was doing to Li Lanqiu now was hurting her, and all he could do was, in other aspects, try his best not to make her sad!
Even though Wang Lei had been through countless battles, he couldn't help but be taken aback when he saw his former boss, who used to be as cold and rigid as steel, displaying a surprisingly soft side. He quickly composed himself, a wry smile playing on his usually serious face.
"It's alright, it's alright, in the end it turned out to be nothing. Even if I came all this way for nothing, I'd still be happy!"
After all, isn't what a real policeman expects just no crime!
"Wang Dui, since everything is settled, why don't you come with us"
Rong Ling invited, Wang Lei readily agreed, and followed Rong Lin's two people away.
Only Jiang Chéng stood alone by the wind, in front of the shattered doorway. His expression was indifferent, but his heart was unusually complicated. A mixture of bitterness and pain, layer upon layer, was like a life lesson he would never forget!
Only then did he somewhat understand that in matters of the heart, he couldn't win against Rong Ling!
--- Aside ---
Those with monthly passes, I'm going to start grabbing them!
Give it all to me, obediently. Hehe. fingers, a bit rough, brushed against her skin, sending shivers and tingles down her spine. Her body, well-trained by his touch, responded instantly to his teasing. A subtle caress was enough to awak...