The Favored Heiress
Chapter 857: Eavesdropping

Chapter 857: Chapter 857: Eavesdropping

Xiao Hongdao paused, "Besides, haven’t I assigned extra bodyguards at Ningning’s school for her protection? What security issues could there be?"

Ming Dailan seemed a bit dissatisfied with his remarks, "If you had already arranged people to guard her, I wouldn’t have worried so much endlessly."

Xiao Yehui ate breakfast indifferently, his eyes calm and clear.

At this moment, Xiao Hongdao put down his knife and fork and looked at Ming Dailan with a smile, "Well, my mistake, at least the problem is resolved now. You’ve been worrying too much recently, not eating or sleeping well, why don’t you go out with Mrs. Andrew for a break?

In less than a month, Ah Hui’s wedding is coming up, and you’ll definitely be busy when you get back. It’s a good idea to take a break while you still have time."

Xiao Hongdao spoke gently, his words full of concern and care for Ming Dailan.

Even though Ming Dailan’s resentment hadn’t entirely dissipated, her expression softened noticeably, "Let me think about it."

Xiao Hongdao’s lips subtly curled upward as he gave Xiao Yehui a quick glance. The latter took a sip of tea and responded, "I’ll have Yin Mo arrange a direct flight later. Before Mrs. Andrew runs for Speaker, she can’t be too extravagant. You can’t travel with her on a regular flight; it’s more comfortable on our own plane."

Madam Xiao pursed her lips, "No need for now, I’ll notify you once I’ve decided."

Xiao Yehui looked up with a gentle smile, "Alright, don’t forget."

At the suggestion of the Xiao family father and son, Ming Dailan’s heart wavered.

The so-called vanity is the nature of chasing status and glory.

Regardless of age, enjoying the glory is like being in the spotlight.

...

In the South Sea, approaching noon, the sky still wasn’t clear.

Li Qiao woke up from a nap, calmly heading to the living room.

Her father Jin Rong was sighing repeatedly on the sofa, while Shang Yu, tall and slender, seemed to be making a phone call by the window.

Li Qiao slowly walked over and sat down, hugging a pillow and starting to daydream.

Jin Rong glanced at Li Qiao, stretched his neck, and sighed. Three seconds later, he realized he misjudged.

Because Li Qiao didn’t even look at him; he had no idea what she was thinking, with her delicate brows furrowed and appearing listless.

Shang Yu finished his call and returned, seeing Li Qiao silently frowning, he placed his palm on her head and ruffled it, "Still sleepy?"

The man looked down at her, his angle allowing him to clearly see her long eyelashes.

Li Qiao snapped back to reality, raising her head to meet Shang Yu’s gaze, then leaned forward, innocently bumping into Shang Yu’s abdomen.

She didn’t say a word but playfully snuggled against the man’s shirt, completely forgetting about the single friend staring in disbelief beside them.

Jin Rong had never seen Li Qiao act so cute, making him slightly envious.

"Qi Qi..."

As soon as he opened his mouth, Li Qiao paused, turned to Jin Rong with raised brows, "Why are you here?"

Jin Rong took a deep breath, almost passing out.

...

During lunch, Li Qiao seemed just as uninterested.

She didn’t look up the entire time, as if she had heavy thoughts.

Until Li Qiao’s phone beeped with a message, upon reading it, she smiled faintly.

Madam Xiao will soon set off for Myanmar.

She took a few sips of porridge, grabbed her phone, and walked away, "I’m done eating."

Shang Yu looked at the untouched stir-fried dishes, furrowing his brows slightly.

Li Qiao seemed very busy, with phone calls coming in one after another.

It wasn’t until two in the afternoon that she hung up, rubbing her temples in exhaustion.

A knock sounded, Li Qiao glanced at her research station, the man stood outside the lab door, with one hand in his pocket, his tall and upright figure unclear how long he had been standing there.

Li Qiao slowly stood up, Shang Yu timely pushed the door and entered. _{freew\e bnovel.com}

Meeting face to face, the man pulled Li Qiao into his arms, his voice slightly deep, "Done with work?"

Li Qiao buried in his embrace, deeply inhaling his scent. After such a long call, her voice was hoarse, "Yes, just made a call."

Shang Yu squinted, shaking her chin slightly, "What kind of call lasts for forty minutes?"

Li Qiao murmured in his arms, "It was sister-in-law. She returned to the Imperial Capital and asked if I wanted any local specialties. We chatted for a bit."

Zong Yue, inexplicably blamed: "..."

Shang Yu held her shoulders, his thin lips pressed into an unhappy curve, "Next time let her come to the Mansion and talk."

Li Qiao nodded obediently, "Alright."

The man’s tense outline relaxed slightly, glancing at the phone screen lighting up again at the corner of the table, his cold eyes narrowed, "Go eat some more."

With that said, Shang Yu assertively led her toward the elevator.

These days, Li Qiao had been very busy.

Despite being at the Mansion, she spent long periods in the lab.

Before stepping into the elevator, Shang Yu glanced at the lab with pursed lips, perhaps considering sealing it.

...

The next day, Shang Yu went to the company.

Although Jin Rong lingered at the Mansion, he wasn’t idle.

As a renowned international antique dealer, his business naturally spanned both domestic and overseas.

Li Qiao left at ten in the morning, without notifying Luoyu, quietly leaving the Mansion.

In less than half an hour, she arrived at the Elegant Villa Garden apartment.

After parking the car, she leisurely walked into the lobby; at the front corner, He Chen’s back was against the wall, making a phone call.

"Captain Yin, passing messages for you is no problem, but what’s in it for me?"

Upon hearing the voice, Li Qiao slowed her steps.

She stood not far away, openly eavesdropping.

Who knows what Yin Mo on the other end said, He Chen chuckled, "You’re quite interesting, do I look like I need money?"

Li Qiao leaned against an art sculpture nearby, her gaze intriguing.

As expected, He Chen licked his lips liberally, the long leg hanging in front trembling a bit, "Baby, when seeking favors, have some awareness, have you forgotten what I taught you?"

The air went silent for a few seconds before He Chen continued, "Captain Yin, at the very least show sincerity, understand?"

Soon, He Chen hung up the call.

He fiddled with his phone, teasing without looking up, "Sister-in-law, did you enjoy eavesdropping?"

Li Qiao caught in the act, didn’t feel embarrassed at all.

She casually walked up, nodding towards the elevator, "Certainly interesting, but what is Brother Chen truly planning with the second sister? For now, I can’t tell."

He Chen stuffed his phone into his pocket, following Li Qiao into the elevator, "You’re just worrying unnecessarily."

Li Qiao turned her head, sizing up his playful, handsome eyes, "Brother Chen, if it’s just play, Yin Mo isn’t suitable."

"Yes, indeed." He Chen stared at the numbers on the indicator light, sighing wistfully, "Too simple, doesn’t understand romance at all."

Li Qiao: "..."

That was pointless.

Li Qiao didn’t comment further, she led He Chen into the Elegant Villa Garden’s collection room, pulling two antique Taishi Chairs, candidly saying, "I’m leaving the South Sea next week."