The Beautiful CEO’s Close Bodyguard
Chapter 540 - 0542: I’m Late

Chapter 540: Chapter 0542: I’m Late

Dang City, within a private villa.

Mu Qing sat on the sofa with a helpless expression, looking at the man sitting opposite her, she said somewhat helplessly: "Zhao Wuji, why must you do this?"

Zhao Wuji sighed softly, "We’re already old, having wasted nearly twenty years, I don’t want to miss out on the future anymore."

A hint of bitterness curled at the corners of Mu Qing’s lips; she looked down at her legs and said, "With me like this, do you think we have a future?"

Although Zhao Wuji was over forty, a man at forty is like a flower in bloom, and this was his time to shine. She didn’t want to be the drag on Zhao Wuji because of her.

"Zhao Wuji, just give it up. I am well aware of the state of my own body; there’s no future for us."

There was a tinge of melancholy and confusion in Mu Qing’s tone.

Zhao Wuji shook his head, "No, didn’t you say that Mr. Chu has already agreed to treat you? I believe he will keep his promise. Mr. Chu is a man of his word; as long as he has promised you, he will accomplish it."

Mu Qing shook her head, "Didn’t you say that he has already returned? He also never mentioned coming to treat me, did he? Forget it, I’ve seen through the fickle nature of people’s hearts long ago."

The moment Mu Qing knew that Chu Ge had regained his martial arts, her heart could hardly contain her excitement. But after waiting and waiting, Chu Ge had not contacted her, and he had not said he would come to Dang City to treat her.

Being accustomed to the fickleness of people’s hearts, she gradually lost hope in Chu Ge.

Zhao Wuji firmly shook his head, "No, I know Mr. Chu’s character. He must have been held up by something in Su City, which is why he hasn’t come yet. Let’s wait a few more days. If he still hasn’t come, I’ll take you to Su City to find him."

Zhao Wuji tightly grasped Mu Qing’s hand, stating decisively, "Don’t worry, I will do everything I can to cure your illness."

Mu Qing let out a light sigh, "I know how you feel about me, but even so, you shouldn’t have called your direct superior to resign."

When Zhao Wuji told her about his decision to resign in order to be with her, it truly shocked her. Zhao Wuji’s job was in Shanghai, and she was in Dang City. If the two of them were to reconcile, one of them would need to compromise.

Mu Qing did not expect Zhao Wuji to compromise so resolutely, even so much as to call Jian Chunqiu immediately to tell him of his resignation.

To be honest, Mu Qing was truly moved by Zhao Wuji.

For a man to do so much for you showed the depth of his love.

But still, Mu Qing remained more rational than emotional. She knew that even if Zhao Wuji resigned to be with her, the difficulties they faced were not just these.

Both fell silent. Suddenly, the doorbell rang.

Zhao Wuji and Mu Qing looked at each other. This was Mu Qing’s private villa, not many people knew about this place, and usually only the cleaning lady would come, but today was not the cleaning day. Who could it be?

With suspicion, Mu Qing looked toward the door. She had difficulty moving, so Zhao Wuji got up to answer it.

Arriving at the door, Zhao Wuji saw the person standing outside through the fence, and for a moment, he didn’t know how to react.

Jian Chunqiu stood there with a stern expression, his tone cold as he said, "What, you don’t recognize me after just a few days?"

Zhao Wuji hurriedly shook his head, "How could I not? Elder Jian, even if I don’t recognize anyone else, I definitely wouldn’t fail to recognize you."

Jian Chunqiu huffed coldly, "Then aren’t you going to open the door?"

Surprised that Jian Chunqiu could find this place, Zhao Wuji, however, didn’t dare to voice his question. He quickly went forward to open the door, "Elder Jian, please come in."

With a snort, Jian Chunqiu walked in with his hands behind his back.

At this moment, Zhao Wuji finally noticed the two people standing behind Jian Chunqiu, Chu Ge and Huo Tianqian.

Upon seeing Chu Ge, the previously dim luster in Zhao Wuji’s eyes suddenly brightened. He looked at Chu Ge with joy, stepping forward with some excitement, "Mr. Chu! How come...you..."

Zhao Wuji became so excited that he was at a loss for words!

Seeing Zhao Wuji so thrilled, Jian Chunqiu’s displeasure grew. He snorted lightly, "Zhao Wuji! Why is it that when I come, you aren’t happy, but seeing Chu Ge is like seeing your savior?"

Zhao Wuji’s heart skipped a beat, and he coughed awkwardly, forcing a sheepish smile.

Wasn’t Chu Ge his savior? Since Chu Ge had come, it meant he was here to treat Mu Qing’s illness.

Treating Mu Qing was equivalent to saving his life.

But Jian Chunqiu’s visit was to settle scores with him, clearly a different matter!

Of course, Zhao Wuji did not dare to voice these thoughts; he just smiled awkwardly, "Both are welcome, both welcome. Please come in, please come inside."

Zhao Wuji stepped briskly to the front to open the door for Jian Chunqiu, wishing he could shout to Mu Qing that Mr. Chu had arrived. However, with Jian Chunqiu present, he had to suppress his excitement for the time being.

Mu Qing recognized Jian Chunqiu and, upon seeing him enter, knew his purpose was related to Zhao Wuji.

Mu Qing smiled at Jian Chunqiu, "Elder Jian, it’s been a while."

Jian Chunqiu realized that the sudden call from Zhao Wuji about resigning must have been because of a woman, and to his surprise, it was for Mu Qing.

"So, after all, you two have ended up together again," Jian Chunqiu said mockingly.

It was no wonder Jian Chunqiu felt this way; his most capable assistant was about to throw in the towel because of this woman, and naturally, he was not pleased.

Mu Qing just smiled, saying nothing further. Hearing voices from behind, her gaze drifted involuntarily over his shoulder.

With one look, she saw Chu Ge standing there, his face adorned with a faint smile.

Mu Qing was first taken aback, then a layer of joy colored her face. Her lips quivered as she opened them, "Chu... Mr. Chu?"

She had thought that Chu Ge would not come again.

But now, he was suddenly standing right in front of her. Did that mean the Insect Poisonous Insect within her could be removed?

And did it also mean that her legs might once again stand?

Chu Ge nodded towards Mu Qing, with a hint of apology in his tone, "Sorry, I am late."

Tears shimmered in Mu Qing’s eyes as she shook her head, "Not late, not late at all. It’s my great fortune that Mr. Chu could come!"

Standing by, Jian Chunqiu grew even less pleased when he saw Mu Qing’s excitement at seeing Chu Ge.

"What’s with all of you? Why get so excited at the sight of Chu Ge! It’s one thing for a woman to be thrilled at seeing a young man, but for an old man to get that excited, people might think there’s something going on between you two."

Jian Chunqiu still harbored grudges against Zhao Wuji and didn’t mince his words when he spoke.

Zhao Wuji smiled awkwardly to the side, blaming himself for being unable to contain his excitement upon seeing Chu Ge, resulting in Jian Chunqiu catching them.

Chu Ge smiled and spoke in a teasing tone, "As an old man, naturally, no one would be fond of you."