Chapter 105: The Pursuit

“At least for now, this is my home. Since when did you become the head of the Xiao family?” Fang Yujia’s words were as sharp as Wang Qiyi’s, refusing to yield. She hadn’t even remarried yet, and Wang Qiyi was already mocking her.

Wang Qiyi’s expression remained unchanged as he looked at the still beautiful Fang Yujia. He felt a twinge of regret. Fang Yujia’s remarriage was actually something he had orchestrated. He had aimed to target Xiao Cheng by spreading rumors about an affair between Xiao Cheng and Fang Yujia, but unexpectedly, Fang Yujia got entangled in it. If Fang Yujia remarried into the Chu family, he would lose all chances.

“This time, the family head ordered me to capture the young master to punish him for violating clan rules. Yujia, you know what kind of person the young master is!” Wang Qiyi paused as he studied Fang Yujia’s expression, then continued, “I know the young master came here and just left. Do you have any way to help me catch him? If I can catch him, maybe I can help with your remarriage.”

He was desperate to capture Xiao Cheng. If he succeeded, he would obtain the jade pendant on Xiao Cheng and perhaps force out the secret behind how Xiao Cheng intercepted his flying sword. More importantly, this was a task assigned from above—a chance to kill three birds with one stone.

But catching Xiao Cheng was no easy feat, so he thought he might find a possibility through Fang Yujia.

Fang Yujia didn’t even look up at Wang Qiyi’s words and said bluntly, “Search thoroughly and leave!”

How could she betray her younger uncle because of Wang Qiyi’s vague “good intentions”? She didn’t want to remarry, but that didn’t mean she would do anything to avoid it. Besides, did Wang Qiyi have that power?

Wang Qiyi was somewhat disappointed. He had expected some reaction from Fang Yujia when he mentioned helping her, but she remained calm and emotionless.

Wang Qiyi sneered coldly, “This is your only chance. Maybe you don’t know what kind of man Chu Jinghui is. His first two wives couldn’t bear the humiliation and committed suicide. Think carefully so you won’t regret it later.”

After saying this, Wang Qiyi didn’t continue. He believed Fang Yujia would come to him again in the future. After all, facing such a situation, a woman like Fang Yujia had no means to resist. Even if he was just a straw, she would have to try to grasp at it eventually.

With his methods, he wasn’t afraid that a woman like Fang Yujia wouldn’t comply.

“Search thoroughly and don’t miss any clue!” Wang Qiyi ordered.

Half an hour passed with no results. Not a single trace or shadow of Xiao Cheng was found.

Wang Qiyi was not disappointed; this was exactly what he expected. Xiao Cheng wasn’t that easy to catch. If it were, how could he and Xiao Fusheng have let him escape last time?

Now, just thinking of Xiao Cheng made Wang Qiyi anxious. Xiao Cheng was too unpredictable. He had always thought Xiao Cheng was a good-for-nothing second generation heir, but everything from the night before had changed his opinion.

Not only did he fail to capture Xiao Cheng and seize the jade pendant, but he was also played into vomiting blood three liters, his internal injuries still unhealed.

Wang Qiyi silently regretted not bringing his high-powered thermal imaging device. If he had it, he might have had a chance.

“All right, Miss Yujia, think carefully about what I said. You have no way out now and no one will help you. Why not look out for yourself? Sorry for the trouble; we’ll leave now!” Wang Qiyi said coldly, his tone tinged with a semblance of apology, but his face bore no remorse, only arrogance.

After speaking, he left the villa with his group.

After the mercenaries left, Fang Yujia’s mood declined. She had tried not to think about remarriage, but Wang Qiyi’s reminder brought new worries about her future. The pressure from the three great families was not something she could resist.

Sighing, Fang Yujia thought that if worst came to worst, she could leave Huhai City and this country to spend the rest of her life elsewhere, never returning. That was the only way. Yet, she couldn’t help but worry about her younger uncle. What if he could leave with her?

She shook her head, smiled slightly, and dismissed those impractical thoughts.

Looking up at the empty, cold villa, she felt a touch of sadness. During the search, her younger uncle was nowhere to be found. He had likely already left without even saying goodbye. She hadn’t even had a chance to cook the fish she bought for him.

While feeling down, she suddenly saw a figure flicker past the bathroom and then saw Xiao Cheng slowly walk out, as if the entire search was just an illusion, as if nothing had happened. He simply walked in and then out.

Seeing Xiao Cheng emerge from the bathroom again, Fang Yujia tilted her head slightly and smiled, her mood instantly lifting.

“Are you hungry? How about I make you some breakfast?” she asked gently. She was curious how Xiao Cheng had evaded them but didn’t want to trouble him by asking.

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Xiao Cheng had been playing a cat-and-mouse game with those people. With his earth-dodging technique, they could never catch him.

He chose to hide instead of facing them head-on mainly to avoid trouble. If Wang Qiyi and the others discovered him, he wouldn’t have peace for a long time. Time was precious; he needed it to grow stronger.

As Wang Qiyi and his men left, Xiao Cheng passed through the wall again and came out of the bathroom. Hearing his sister-in-law’s question, he felt a bit unreal.

He nodded instinctively and then asked, “Yuer, what did Wang Qiyi say to you just now?”

He had been inside the villa all along; there was no way Wang Qiyi’s actions could have escaped him. Yet, he hadn’t heard exactly what was said.

Fang Yujia briefly recounted the situation. After listening, Xiao Cheng frowned slightly.

From Wang Qiyi’s words, it seemed he had known about her impending remarriage for a long time and was very familiar with Chu Jinghui’s background. Could it be that this fellow was behind everything?

What puzzled Xiao Cheng more was Wang Qiyi’s attitude. He had always been humble to everyone in the family and never so arrogant.

His true nature was suddenly revealed—something must be about to happen!

Xiao Cheng nodded, convinced of this hunch.

“Yuer, I’m afraid I have to go out for a while. Don’t worry about the Fang family’s pressure to marry for now; I’ve got it covered.”

“When will you be back?”

“Definitely by tonight!”

Having said that, Xiao Cheng went into the bedroom, quickly changed clothes, gathered his essentials, and left the villa.

He couldn’t predict what might happen but knew it would affect the future of the Xiao family.

Xiao Cheng wanted to know who Wang Qiyi really was and what his purpose was staying with the Xiao family. If something was about to happen, Wang Qiyi might meet with certain people. Following him might reveal valuable information.

He didn’t want to miss such an opportunity. Driving the Lamborghini, he quickly left the villa area and followed the route Wang Qiyi had taken.

Fate was unpredictable. Ten minutes ago, Wang Qiyi had been trying to find him, and he had avoided him. Now, the roles were reversed—he was the one searching for Wang Qiyi.