Hidden identities of the AI Heiress
Chapter 758 - Chapter 758 Chapter 758 Just

Chapter 758: Chapter 758 Just … Chapter 758: Chapter 758 Just … Having seen the old man’s serious expression, Li Hanzhou raised his brows slightly and spoke in a measured tone, “What’s the matter?”

“There is no doubt that someone was helping Qin Yuan behind the scenes.”

The old man paused for a few seconds, pondering and then said, “The strange thing is, I had someone check, and there wasn’t a second hand involved.”

Li Hanzhou’s eyes were deep as his distinct-knuckled fingers lightly tapped the armrest of the sofa, “Not finding a second person…”

The old man nodded enigmatically, “Either we guessed wrong, and there is no one supporting Qin Yuan behind the scenes, and everything was just the M country officials acting by procedure. Or, this person’s backing is very powerful and knows how to hide.”

Mrs. Li knew about the incident in the Qin Family, expressing her surprise, “Is there someone you can’t find?”

Li Hanzhou responded with a half-smile, “It seems you are no different, I’ll handle this matter.”

This remark did not sit well with the old man, who immediately bristled, snorting coldly, “Who are you saying I can’t find? It’s just that I haven’t found them yet. Give me some time, and I will definitely catch their tail!”

Li Hanzhou smiled, “Really?”

Seeing Li Hanzhou’s indifferent attitude made the old man feel looked down upon, and his desire to win surged, “It must be those people’s incompetence. This time I’ll take charge myself, and by tomorrow, I’ll be back in M country…”

As he spoke, the old man suddenly paused, then glared at the indifferent-looking Li Hanzhou, seeming to realize something, he blurted out, “You unfilial grandson, are you trying to provoke me to leave?”

The old man felt he might have been provoked on purpose.

Li Hanzhou shrugged, “I didn’t mean that at all, it was you who said you’re leaving tomorrow.”

The old man’s expression changed, and he didn’t even want to speak to Li Hanzhou anymore. He turned and stomped up the stairs forcefully.

Seeing this, Mrs. Li shook her head amusedly, “Why did you make the old man angry again? He is getting older; can’t you just indulge him? Or are you still blaming your grandfather for Li Nanfeng’s matter?”

Mrs. Li was naturally upset about the incident as well, but thinking from another’s perspective, if Li Hanzhou had been the one to do those dirty deeds, she probably wouldn’t have the heart to enact Justice Overcomes Kinship.

Li Hanzhou laughed softly, “Of course not.”

“Oh?” Mrs. Li expressed disbelief, “Otherwise, why would you constantly argue with the old man, insisting on driving him away?”

Li Hanzhou pinched the bridge of his nose, “I just don’t want what happened today to happen again.”

Mrs. Li, still shaken, “True, the old man is getting on in years, and it’s easy for accidents to happen. After all, we can’t watch over him every day.”

Li Hanzhou hummed in agreement, then said, “Staying is also an option, only…”

Mrs. Li, puzzled, “Only what?”

Li Hanzhou did not continue, thinking about how the old man might lose his temper again, which somewhat pleased him.

Later that evening, Li Hanzhou knocked on the old man’s door.

The old man opened the door of the room, and upon seeing Li Hanzhou, the unfilial grandson, his face immediately became stern and very serious.

Li Hanzhou said in a light tone, “I’ve arranged for a few people to protect you.”

The old man was taken aback, then realized what was happening.

Great, he was being monitored by his own grandson.

That would make it difficult to seek out Professor Qiao for a friendly visit.

The old man was very angry.

This grandson, indeed very unfilial.

The old man deeply felt that Li Hanzhou wanted him gone because of his enjoyable interaction with Professor Qiao today, not wanting him to draw Professor Qiao’s attention away.

Tsk, even jealous of his own grandfather?

True to the Li Family men tradition of excellence.

Li Hanzhou returned to his room, thinking of Qiao Yun’s appearance today, feeling somewhat itchy inside.

He glanced at the time and still chose not to disturb Qiao Yun at this moment, as for Qin Yuan’s matter…

Li Hanzhou’s eyes narrowed, whoever it was, it would be best if they hadn’t affected Qiao Yun. If they had,

a hint of coldness flashed through Li Hanzhou’s eyes.

…

The next day.

When Qiao Yun came downstairs, Su Mian looked at her face and noticed it looked normal, then she chuckled at herself for worrying needlessly.

Su Mian waved at Qiao Yun, “Qiaoqiao, come have breakfast.”

“Mmm.” Qiao Yun hummed in response as she pulled out a chair to sit down. She then quietly asked, “Has brother come back yet?”

“The second one?” Su Mian shook her head and said with a slight complaint, “No, he hasn’t. He’s probably busy. Whenever that boy is buried in work, he forgets to come home.”

Qiao Yun paused for a moment, then said, “Brother really likes acting.”

Su Mian smiled, “Of course, he does. Otherwise, he wouldn’t have run away from home in the first place.”

Qiao Yun pursed her lips, then nodded.

It seemed she needed to find a time to properly talk to her brother.

Lu Jingzhi came downstairs and immediately looked at Qiao Yun, though his gaze was somewhat complex.

He had not slept well last night, his mind was in turmoil, especially eager to know if his sister had been defiled by that scoundrel.

Lu Jingzhi’s gaze was so intense that Qiao Yun couldn’t help but look up at him, “What is it?”

Lu Jingzhi returned to his senses, clearing his throat, “It’s nothing.”

He rubbed his face with his hand, expressing fatigue, “Just didn’t sleep well.”

Qiao Yun gave an “okay” and no longer paid attention to Lu Jingzhi, lowering her head to eat her breakfast.

Lu Jingzhi pulled out a chair and sat opposite Qiao Yun, pretending to be casual as he asked, “I thought I saw Han Zhou yesterday, did he bring you back?”

Qiao Yun, who was holding the lovingly prepared milk by Su Mian, looked up at him and honestly answered, “Yes, he brought me back.”

Upon hearing this, the chopsticks in Lu Jingzhi’s hand nearly snapped!

Again, he thought about how strange his sister had been upon returning home yesterday.

He took a deep breath.

Heh.

Scoundrel!

To dare take advantage of someone!

Lu Jingzhi was convinced that Qiao Yun, being so innocent, wouldn’t have initiated anything; it must have been Han Zhou who took advantage of his sister.

Before Lu Jingzhi could continue questioning, Su Mian, who had come out from the kitchen after hearing this, curiously asked, “Qiaoqiao, how come you were with him yesterday?”

Her daughter had contacted her yesterday, saying that she was out eating, and she had assumed it was with friends.

Su Mian muttered to herself that, for a friend, that was a bit… excessive.

Even Su Mian, who had never suspected Han Zhou of harboring any designs towards Qiao Yun, felt something was odd.

Lu Jingzhi’s eyelid twitched as he reminded, “Sister, you should head to school now.”

Qiao Yun glanced at the time, and indeed, it was about time to go. She stood up, “I’m off to school then.”

“Yeah, go on,” Su Mian’s attention was disrupted, and she put the matter to the back of her mind for the moment.

Lu Jingzhi breathed a sigh of relief.

Determined not to give Han Zhou any opportunity to enter the family.

As Qiao Yun was about to leave, Lu Jingzhi quickly stood up, “Mom, I’m off too.”

After saying this, he followed Qiao Yun.

Su Mian watched as Lu Jingzhi hardly touched his breakfast, feeling quite puzzled.