You Owe Me, My Love

After listening to Cheng Jinrong, Bai Rong realized he was in the know.

“I’m only doing my job,” said Bai Rong with a smirk.

“Good. I suddenly regret introducing him to you,” replied Cheng Jinrong. It seemed like he was insinuating something.

Bai Rong didn’t press on, but she guessed her previous prediction was correct.

Lu Xingzhou arrived after eleven o ‘clock. He was all smiles and polite to Bai Rong now. “I’m sorry for showing up late. I met up with a friend earlier and got stuck in traffic on the way here.”

“Let’s get to the point,” came Bai Rong’s curt reply.

“I agree. May I know when you will be able to head to Jadeborough?” asked Lu Xingzhou politely.

“You’re from Jadeborough?” Bai Rong was stunned to learn that fact. After all, Jadeborough wasn’t a provincial capital.

“Jadeborough’s my hometown. My wife and children are there. Normally, I’ll spend my weekends there. But if it’s a routine check, I might stay there for a longer period,” explained Lu Xingzhou.

“Got it. I can leave by tomorrow. I’ll draw up a contract at the research institute later. Please wait for me. I hope you can transfer the first payment before I depart.” Bai Rong stated her requests clearly.

Lu Xingzhou gave her a nod and smiled. “Sure. We can head there now.”

Bai Rong eyed Lu Xingzhou doubtfully.

He’s a totally different man today. Why isn’t he asking about the details? This is strange.

Is there another reason for him to be so easygoing?

Soon, Bai Rong and Lu Xingzhou arrived at her research institute.

She decided to bring him here to show him that the research institute was legal and legit, so he would put his guard down.

Lu Xingzhou simply stayed in his car and waited for Bai Rong.

After printing out the agreement in her office, Bai Rong brought it to him.

his

he extended an invitation. “Do you want to have lunch

need. I’ll be at Jadeborough tomorrow, so we’ll have plenty of chances to eat together. I need to head home and pack up now. Thanks,

money will be transferred to your

to drive the car which Gu Mingchen left

unknown number. She answered it and inquired, “Hello?

Bai Rong. This is Zhou Hailan. Can you come to the hospital this afternoon? I want to talk to you,” Zhou Hailan spoke over the line

Rong curled her lips. “Sure. See

why

tell me she’s

at the hospital, Song Xiyu wasn’t

food.” Zhou Hailan told the caregivers, sending them away on

They filed out obediently.

a seat.” Zhou

Rong sat down without

revealed, “When I was locked up, I wondered if Chen would forget about me and

overthink things. You need to focus

help. I can’t think of anyone else

gazed at

help her. Unless it’s about her

her guard

Zhou Hailan shot her a worried glance.

nodded. “Go

my captors gang-raped me until I got pregnant.” She paused. “They allowed me to give birth

the child now?” Bai Rong inquired, her brows

he is now. I kept it a secret because I can’t afford to bring him up. It’s also embarrassing. I dare not let Chen know I

need my help?” Bai Rong gazed at her

think you’re a reasonable person. He’ll grow up to be

narrowed her eyes. Hmm,

tell me

it. I’ll try to find out

you. Can you keep this a secret from the others?” pleaded Zhou