Those Classmates who Suddenly Disappeared
Chapter 510: I know, I can’t say

Chapter 510: Chapter 510: I know, I can’t say

By the time the car arrived at the old house, Gu Fan saw that his family’s old house was intact with no traces of battle. He looked back at Gu Ling, who nodded to indicate that there was no danger anymore.

There being no danger meant the Big Boss and Qian Feng had left, and no fight had transpired in the old house, which in turn suggested one thing.

Gu Fan rushed over, flung the door open and saw, just as he had expected, Lin Xi was unharmed, sitting on the sofa munching snacks and watching TV. Seeing Gu Fan return safely, she couldn’t help but laugh: "I knew you were lucky, and wouldn’t get into trouble."

"I’m unscathed. And you? Did Big Boss and Qian Feng give you any trouble?" Gu Fan took a good look and indeed, Lin Xi looked untouched.

Lin Xi nodded: "Big Boss and Qian Feng left when they found out you got away safe. They didn’t want to stick around any longer. You wouldn’t know what I went through, fearing whether they would damage your old house if they started a fight. I was stuck between a rock and a hard place."

"I’m sorry for getting you caught up in this." Gu Fan scratched his head, it had been a while since he experienced such a frightening night.

The others arrived one after the other. Upon seeing Gu Fan was safe, Lu Yi couldn’t help but give him a hug: "I’m sorry, when I got your message I was in the suburbs and couldn’t get to you sooner. Thank God you’re a tough one."

"Thank you." Gu Fan saw how concerned everyone was, drenched in sweat, and thought how fortunate he was to have such reliable friends.

The crisis was averted, but that didn’t mean nothing had happened. Du Jun asked: "What happened? Why did Big Boss and Qian Feng target you all of a sudden?"

"I’m not quite sure yet. I didn’t provoke them, I have a few suspicions that need to be verified, but I promise, as soon as I know, I will tell you all." Gu Fan was grateful for his friends’ support and had no intentions of withholding anything, but he needed to confirm suspicion as this was a serious matter.

Everyone declared they trusted Gu Fan and considering everything was now resolved, they all went home.

Gu Fan asked Lin Xi to stay, along with Su Hui and Gu Ling who were already living in the old house, so they could all discuss the cause behind the attack.

"Xiaoling, is there something you want to tell me?" Gu Fan looked solemnly at Gu Ling. This left Gu Ling perplexed: "What does it mean, brother, it’s your trouble, not mine?".

Gu Fan just shook his head: "I feel the enemy didn’t target me, they targeted us as siblings. Do you know why?"

Gu Ling also shook her head continuously: "I don’t know, don’t ask me! You’re making it sound as if it’s my fault."

Gu Fan’s face darkened: "Xiaoling, do you recall what I told you earlier? You blamed me for not telling you everything, for leaving you out. Now what about you? Do you really tell me everything?"

Upon hearing this, Gu Ling fell silent, bowing her head.

Lin Xi was confused: "What’s wrong, Gu Fan? Why are you talking like that to Xiaoling?"

Gu Fan continued: "Since I asked you this, it means I already sensed it. Xiaoling, stop hiding things from me. "

Now Su Hui and Lin Xi both turned their attention to Gu Ling, wanting to know what secret she was hiding.

Gu Ling pursed her lips, looking troubled: "Don’t blame me, brother. Go to our parents and ask."

Seeing Gu Ling in this state, Gu Fan sighed in frustration: "Alright, I shan’t pester you any further. I’ll go ask our parents, and it’d be best for you to return to them; it’s no longer safe here."

"No!" Gu Ling was very adamant: "If it wasn’t for me tonight, you would’ve been in danger."

Gu Fan wanted to say something but he didn’t have a rebuttal, as the situation was indeed so.

Unable to hold her peace, Lin Xi interjected: "Can you guys please tell me what the hell you’re talking about?"

"Of course. I kept you here to inform you of this." Gu Fan paused to organise his thoughts. "Do you know why Big Boss and Qian Feng targeted us tonight? I suspect that they’re not after us, but using us as hostages in exchange for this old house."

Upon hearing this, Lin Xi gasped and took a look around the old house, noticing nothing exceptional about it.

Gu Fan explained: "On that occasion when you were held by Shennv Xuanhui and I asked for Big Boss’s help, guess what? Big Boss asked me to give up this old house in return for his assistance. Furthermore, one member from the Zhu Family, who used to live in this old house, was present with Big Boss."

Lin Xi frowned deep in thought about what Gu Fan said.

Gu Fan went on: "There’s more to it. Zhang Yang, Yang Xinran’s boyfriend and one of the occupants from the Zhang Family who used to live in this old house, also seemed quite interested in it. But my father got rid of him. "

"Finally, Ning Qi, representing Shennv Xuanhui, came to negotiate with me. They said they’d test my feelings for you. As long as I gave up this old house, Shennv Xuanhui would completely let you go." This reminded Lin Xi of something: "Earlier, Qian Feng also approached me, saying she’d spare me only if I convinced you to give up the old house, to prove your affection for me."

Oh! Curious, Gu Fan asked: "What was your response?"

"Of course, I refused. Our relationship has weathered many storms, we have no need to prove anything. Besides, I know what this house means to you. I can’t ask your family to make such a huge sacrifice for me, especially when I’m not even part of the family yet and when I’m the one in trouble. We should face the trouble together. I shouldn’t let you suffer all by yourself." Lin Xi spoke with determination. Her answer pleased Gu Fan, who wore a big smile of relief. He thought she was indeed an understanding girlfriend, and felt incredibly lucky to have her.

Seeing Gu Fan and Lin Xi look at each other as if no one else existed around them, Gu Ling got annoyed: "Alright, alright, we get it. You guys are head over heels for each other. Please get to the point."

Su Hui also urged: "Exactly, we’re here to discuss the situation at hand, not to watch you two show off your love. If you want to continue, we’ll go upstairs and leave you guys be. Please, go on with the story, it’s late and I want to go to bed."