Chapter 539: The Best Choice

The video froze.

Just like Zuo Shu’s life.

There will be no more follow-up.

Chen Xiao sat on the chair wordlessly for a while.

His mood was complicated.

Just as Zuo Shu said, despite solving this case, there was no joy in his heart.

This was a case where everyone was manipulated.

Whether it was him, Zuo Shu, or Zhao Hai.

From investigators to victims to executors, all three became pawns on the chessboard.

Of course, the person or people playing the chess might not win either.

Because the case was solved, and solved quickly.

Time was no longer on the opponent’s side.

Tomorrow morning, Qi Wei will return to Shencheng City to take charge of the big picture for Li Hai.

The entire Li Hai, regardless of the structure, was ultimately built by Zuo Shu and Qi Wei.

Even if others want to resist, once all of Zuo Shu’s power is controlled by Qi Wei, the others can’t stir any waves.

Chen Xiao didn’t think much about the matters of Li Hai.

His mind was filled with the four words "Sacred Heart Church".

He always thought his opponent would be Chen Yan in the end.

Unexpectedly, Chen Yan was just a member of the Sacred Heart Church.

Moreover, he and Zuo Shu didn’t even count as the top level.

Being called the Twelve Top Levels was merely because they served others.

The truly terrifying ones are the three people in charge of the Sacred Heart Church.

About those three people, Chen Xiao still has no information, not even a tiny bit!

He quietly closed the video.

Chen Xiao closed the computer, looked at Lin Xi and Lin Yao:

"It’s getting late, go rest, this matter ends here."

Lin Yao originally wanted to ask something, but Lin Xi stopped her with a look.

Then the couple returned to the room, and Lin Yao went to accompany Zhao Xiaoyu.

Lying on the bed, Lin Xi nestled in Chen Xiao’s arms, softly asked:

"The case is over, I might have to return to the team tomorrow."

"I’ll go with you."

"Are we taking Xiaoyu with us?"

"Of course, we’ll take her along."

Chen Xiao didn’t hesitate.

Zhao Xiaoyu is still small, she needs to go to school.

Chen Xiao needs to return to Dongzhou quickly to arrange her schooling.

However, after thinking for a moment, Chen Xiao said: "Tomorrow, let’s go check out some houses, there are more people in the family, it’s becoming cramped."

"Okay."

This time, Lin Xi didn’t insist.

Because that home had already had one incident, for her, even though it’s still the most emotional place.

But safety is more important than anything!

The couple chatted, and gradually their voices faded away.

There were no more words throughout the night.

When they woke up the next day, as soon as Chen Xiao opened his eyes, he saw Lin Xi sitting on the bed in a daze.

Her mood seemed terrible!

Chen Xiao thought something happened, quickly asked:

"What’s wrong, your face looks so bad in the morning?"

It was better not to ask.

Once asked, Captain Lin suddenly pursed her lips, about to cry the next second!

"Honey, don’t do this, tell me what’s wrong."

Chen Xiao’s heart was anxious, Lin Xi pouted and said: "Darling, it’s here."

"What?"

"You know what!" Lin Xi said, pointing to a pack of feminine products by the bedside, looking as aggrieved as can be.

Chen Xiao was stunned, then slapped his forehead:

"Too busy lately, almost forgot your period."

"Not about the period, but the fact I didn’t conceive!"

Recently, Chen Xiao and Lin Xi have been trying to conceive.

Despite being extremely busy, the couple didn’t neglect what needed to be done.

Chen Xiao looked and smiled: "Didn’t conceive this time; there’s always next time, we’re not an old married couple yet!"

Chen Xiao took it lightly.

Having a child depends on timing and conditions.

It’s not about wanting one and immediately having one.

Lin Xi was still a bit disappointed.

She could see, Chen Xiao really wanted a child.

"Then...next month, try harder, okay?" Lin Xi murmured.

Chen Xiao rolled his eyes: "Do I need to try harder? You wouldn’t know?"

Lin Xi blushed, nestled into his arms, happily said: "I don’t care, besides work, all I want now is to have a child with you."

As they spoke, Lin Yao already called out from outside:

"Sister, brother-in-law, breakfast is ready!"

The couple didn’t say much more, got up to wash up.

After leaving the room, the first thing Chen Xiao did was check on Zhao Xiaoyu.

Though she’s still a little girl.

Her life has changed dramatically, it’s visible she has changed.

The family knew what happened last night, so Mr. and Mrs. Chen and Lin Shanhu and his wife were careful.

Afraid of unknowingly causing the little girl to cry.

Chen Xiao led Zhao Xiaoyu to the table, served her a bowl of porridge, ate while asking:

"Xiaoyu, want to go back to Dongzhou with brother?"

As Chen Xiao asked, Lin Yao suddenly interjected:

"Brother-in-law, I wanted to discuss this with you and my sister."

Chen Xiao and Lin Xi exchanged a look, showing confused expressions.

Lin Yao explained:

"Last night, Xiaoyu woke up, and I chatted with her. She wants to come with me, to go back to Shencheng City."

Instinctively, Chen Xiao wanted to refuse.

But Lin Xi asked: "Can you take care of her?"

"Rest assured, don’t worry about living aspects, safety-wise, brother-in-law has people in Shencheng City, right? President Guo is there, and Uncle Song Ru."

Shencheng City isn’t a place Chen Xiao visits often.

But indeed, there are many familiar people to Chen Xiao there.

With Guo Qing for safety, there’s not much to worry about.

As for life, Lin Yao can earn money, Zhao Hai left Zhao Xiaoyu some money too.

Still, Chen Xiao felt this decision might be poorly considered.

After thinking a bit, Chen Xiao looked at Zhao Xiaoyu: "Xiaoyu, do you want to go with Sister Lin Yao?"

Zhao Xiaoyu didn’t hesitate, sincerely looked at Chen Xiao and Lin Xi:

"Brother Chen Xiao, Sister Lin Xi, even though dad entrusted me to you, Xiaoyu knows you’re good people who want to treat me well. But I’m used to being with Sister Lin Yao, and staying with her makes me happy."

This made it hard for Chen Xiao to refute.

Long-term, only Lin Yao had bonded with Zhao Xiaoyu.

As for him, it’s mostly during the times he visited Shencheng City, taking Zhao Xiaoyu along.

In time, the bond between Chen Xiao and Zhao Xiaoyu isn’t as strong as with Lin Yao.

Lin Xi thoughtfully said: "Maybe this is the best choice."

Chen Xiao didn’t hesitate further, nodded: "Alright, then it’s decided! Once back in Shencheng City, if anything happens, don’t hesitate to seek help from Guo Qing!"

Lin Yao and Zhao Xiaoyu exchanged smiles: "Got it!"