The Beautiful CEO’s Close Bodyguard
Chapter 637 - 0639: Mysterious Jade Plate

Chapter 637: Chapter 0639: Mysterious Jade Plate

Receiving guidance from Mr. Nangong should have been a good thing, but Qian Youquan was still worried. What if Chu Ge did not forgive him? If Chu Ge refused to treat him, wouldn’t he continue to suffer in agony?

As Qian Youquan pondered over this issue, the driver had already driven up to the villa.

"Old Master, we’ve arrived." The driver stopped the car steadily and looked up into the rearview mirror to remind Qian Youquan, who was still frowning in deep thought.

Only then did Qian Youquan come back to his senses. He took a deep breath as he saw the villa’s gate right in front of him, picked up an exquisite box from the seat beside him, and walked toward the villa.

When Chu Ge heard from the security at the door that someone with the last name Qian was looking for him, he had already guessed who it might be. After a brief thought, he allowed Qian Youquan to come in.

Seeing that Chu Ge was willing to let him in, Qian Youquan was slightly relieved. It was good enough to be allowed entrance; as for any difficulties that Chu Ge might present, those could be addressed later. In any case, not being turned away was already a good sign.

"Mr. Chu, Young Master Shen." Qian Youquan knew of Shen Congwen and greeted the two as soon as he entered the room.

Chu Ge looked towards the sofa beside him, gesturing Qian Youquan to sit there. Once Qian Youquan was seated, he asked, "I wonder what brings Mr. Qian here to see me this time?"

Qian Youquan did not expect Chu Ge to be so straightforward. He thought there would at least be some small talk before asking his purpose for coming. Instead, Chu Ge went straight to the question.

Qian Youquan gave an embarrassed smile. He rubbed his hands and said reluctantly, "There is a little matter I hope to trouble Mr. Chu with."

Chu Ge knew he wouldn’t have come without a reason. He sat indifferently and asked Qian Youquan, "Let’s hear it, what’s the matter?"

Qian Youquan looked up at Chu Ge, feeling that the young man before him possessed a calmness and restraint that did not match his actual age. He was always so composed in the face of anything.

Qian Youquan gestured with his hand and the driver immediately understood, holding a black box in his hands. The black box looked very old, but the patterns carved on it were still clear, indicating it was an antique of value.

The driver placed the box on the table, and Qian Youquan, with a smile, pushed it towards Chu Ge, saying, "Mr. Chu, please open it and have a look."

Chu Ge asked in confusion, "Mr. Qian, what is this about?"

Qian Youquan smiled without saying much. Instead, he made a gesture inviting Chu Ge to open it and have a look.

A flicker of suspicion passed through Chu Ge’s mind, but he nevertheless opened the box. When he saw that it contained the Jade Plate he had once desired to acquire from Qian Youquan, he was momentarily taken aback.

"Mr. Qian, what do you mean by this?"

After a brief pause, Qian Youquan guessed that Chu Ge must be a direct person and realized there was no need for further explanation.

"The thing is, Mr. Chu, I came to see you following Mr. Nangong’s suggestion. I don’t know if Old Master Nangong has mentioned my condition to you?" Qian Youquan spoke politely, his gaze cautiously observing Chu Ge.

He couldn’t quite grasp Chu Ge’s temperament and wondered if Chu Ge still held a grudge over the previous incident, so he decided to bring up Mr. Nangong, hoping that even if Chu Ge still resented him, he would give some face to Mr. Nangong and show him a modicum of courtesy.

Chu Ge raised an eyebrow. Mr. Nangong had indeed mentioned it to him. Even though the servant Qian Youquan had sent before had angered him, Chu Ge was not one to hold grudges. Moreover, with Mr. Nangong vouching for his medical skills, and Qian Youquan making a personal visit with what must surely be a valuable offering, why would he cling to past grievances?

"Old Master Nangong did mention it briefly. I heard it’s been an old ailment of yours, and I’m not sure if I can cure it outright," Chu Ge said modestly, his expression remaining calm, neither too warm nor too distant toward Qian Youquan.

Shen Congwen silently sipped his tea. When Mr. Nangong had proudly announced that he had secured a connection for Chu Ge, Chu Ge had thoroughly understood Qian Youquan’s medical condition, mentioning that it wasn’t a big problem. Now he was implying uncertainty, clearly a tactic to test Qian Youquan’s sincerity.

Qian Youquan was no fool; after years in the business world, he could pick up on the implication. He had been worried about whether Chu Ge would agree to treat him, but now, understanding Chu Ge’s hint, he felt relieved.

As long as Chu Ge had demands, there was a chance for his leg to be healed. The chronic issue had troubled him for decades, and he had considered amputation more than once, particularly lately as the condition worsened and became more frequent, causing endless irritation.

Qian Youquan had come in holding a box, which he now, without any hesitation, took out and placed it in front of Chu Ge on the coffee table.

"Although I am from the Imperial Capital, I spend most of my time living in Shanghai. I don’t have much interaction with Mr. Chu, and naturally, I don’t know your preferences. After some inquiry, I heard that Mr. Chu has always liked jades and such. I just happen to have a jade item that might please Mr. Chu," Qian Youquan said while opening the box.

It was daytime, and the weather was good, with the early morning sun shining dazzlingly. At that moment, sunlight streamed through the bright windows and fell upon the box as Qian Youquan opened it.

The box was opened, and naturally, the sunlight shone inside. A bright light appeared in the room, momentarily dazzling everyone’s eyes, leaving a white void before their vision gradually recovered.

Amongst them, it was only Chu Ge who was unaffected. He hadn’t expected much from the item Qian Youquan brought, thinking at most it would be some precious object that could fetch a sky-high price at auction, considered a rare treasure to most, but not to Chu Ge.

But when he saw the delicate Jade Plate in the box, only a flicker of realization crossed his eyes, with no trace of surprise. That was until he sensed something off and, while everyone else was still dazzled by the light, he swiftly reached out to touch the Jade Plate. Seemingly discovering something, the corners of his lips curled up in a subtle, barely noticeable smile.