Chapter 552: You Are Someone Who Brings Good Fortune to Others!

Guo Zhengchang’s face was full of interest.

But subconsciously, he was going to refuse.

The elderly are like this.

No matter how much they might want something in their hearts, their biggest concern is always that the younger generation will be able to live better in the future.

They dare not become a burden and delay the future of young people.

Chen Xiao immediately saw what Guo Zhengchang was thinking, so he quickly said:

"Don’t refuse me. If you refuse, as long as I’m not willing to run around for the case, I basically have nothing to do."

Guo Zhengchang was stunned for a moment. Then Chen Xiao continued, "There was originally the matter of a cellphone factory, but that has been handed over to Hong Mei now, so I’m truly idle."

"If you say so, why not take me on a trip then?" Guo Zhengchang said with full expectation.

Chen Xiao froze.

Travel?

Could it be that a successful businessman like Guo Zhengchang also likes to travel?

Curious, Chen Xiao listened as Guo Zhengchang explained:

"Over the years, I have actually visited many places. It doesn’t matter if it’s a less famous scenic spot or one that’s famous nationwide—I’ve gone to them."

"But that kind of travel isn’t what I want; every trip feels procedural, very dull and boring, as if someone is forcing me from behind. Now that you have this thought, why not accompany me on a walk? While I can still walk!"

"Alright!"

Chen Xiao agreed without any hesitation.

Guo Zhengchang smiled and said, "You agreeing shows your willingness, but I must remind you to discuss it with Xiaoxi and get her approval first, okay?"

"I understand, but when do you plan to set off?"

"Tomorrow is definitely out of the question, as Dr. Huang is traveling all the way from Shencheng City to diagnose my condition—I must at least have the courtesy of being a good host. Let’s say the day after tomorrow; you can come to the provincial city then."

While Guo Zhengchang was speaking, Chen Xiao nodded repeatedly.

"Then after dinner, I’ll head back to Dongzhou."

"Why accompany an old guy like me for dinner? Go home and accompany Xiaoxi, but next you must save your time for me."

Guo Zhengchang laughed and scolded him, and Chen Xiao, feeling somewhat embarrassed, awkwardly smiled and nodded in agreement with Guo Zhengchang’s suggestion.

After staying for a while longer at the Guo family’s mountain villa, Chen Xiao went to find Huang Zhao to say goodbye.

Then Chen Xiao drove alone back to Dongzhou.

Sure enough, Lin Xi wasn’t at work.

She had been busy outside almost the entire afternoon.

This made Chen Xiao glad that he didn’t call her when he was emotionally vulnerable that afternoon.

He waited in the police team for almost an hour until a barrage of police cars had returned to the criminal police team.

Today, the Hongshan Branch’s Criminal Police Division is executing a task against a criminal gang.

So as the police cars stopped, he saw one suspect after another being handcuffed and taken inside.

Watching those dejected suspects looking like lost dogs, Chen Xiao began to search for Lin Xi among them.

Soon, Chen Xiao saw his wife and walked over.

When Lin Xi saw him, she happily asked, "How long have you been back?"

"Just a while, was the task successful?"

"I personally took part, of course, it was a success." Lin Xi boasted on purpose.

Chen Xiao smiled and felt happy for Lin Xi.

But being Chen Xiao’s close one, Lin Xi was indeed too sensitive to his emotions.

By just looking at Chen Xiao’s eyes, she could tell something was bothering him.

"Are you upset? Did something happen?"

Chen Xiao shook his head, "Nothing, I’ll tell you when we get home."

"No way, say it now."

"Hmm, today I took Dr. Huang to check on Elder Guo, he told me Elder Guo’s health is very bad, not much time left."

Lin Xi’s eyes widened in disbelief and she exclaimed, "How could it be! He’s not that old, not even eighty!"

Chen Xiao sighed, "It’s uncertain too, it’s just Dr. Huang’s personal diagnosis."

Lin Xi frowned.

She could sense the seriousness of the situation from Chen Xiao’s tone.

And she understood that Chen Xiao’s heart must be somewhat panicked at the moment.

Instinctively, Lin Xi embraced Chen Xiao gently, saying:

"Don’t be afraid; you bring good luck to people. Just like Brother Wensheng—he had a huge illness before, but he met you and you introduced him to Dr. Huang, so he could seek medical attention while there was still hope."

"Look at Brother Wensheng now; isn’t he fine?"

Chen Xiao took a deep breath and nodded earnestly, "You’re right, there’s nothing absolute in this world. Miracles, actually, are not that rare!"

Lin Xi grinned, "Yes, regardless, my intuition tells me that people who encounter you will always find peace and smoothness. Even if that person is going through a calamity, they can always turn danger into bravery."

Chen Xiao also acknowledged that Lin Xi was comforting him.

But actually, what Lin Xi said was correct.

One shouldn’t be completely pessimistic about any situation, even if the reality seems harsh; one must face it with a positive mindset.

"I’ve got an appointment with Elder Guo, and in the upcoming period, I might go out with him, wife... I might have to separate from you for some time again." Chen Xiao said apologetically.

Lin Xi is someone who understands the bigger picture and priorities.

Therefore, she did not hesitate or oppose.

"Then go!"

Hearing Lin Xi’s affirmative words, Chen Xiao reached out and touched her head, then said:

"Go and work, I’ll wait for you to get off work."

"Fine, you wait here, I’ll finish up quickly." Lin Xi said and then quickly ran back into the police station.

Chen Xiao continued to wait for almost half an hour, then Lin Xi finished her day’s work and went home with Chen Xiao.

After returning home, Chen Xiao and Lin Xi lay in bed, chatting intimately about Guo Zhengchang.

Talking from their first acquaintance to now.

As they chatted, Chen Xiao didn’t realize that his voice was choking up.

But what surprised Chen Xiao even more was a phone call coming in this night.

It was from Guo Qing.

Chen Xiao picked it up, but Guo Qing on the other end didn’t utter a word—only sobbing.

In Chen Xiao’s subconscious.

Guo Qing shouldn’t have much emotion for Guo Zhengchang.

Because when he first met Guo Qing, the latter showed a strong intention of becoming the heir to the Guo family fortune.

This intention made Chen Xiao develop stereotypes about Guo Qing.

So, he didn’t expect Guo Qing, already in his thirties, to cry so hard that he couldn’t even speak a full sentence.

The key point was that Chen Xiao didn’t know how to respond.

After Guo Qing cried for quite a while, he managed to squeeze out a sentence:

"Chen Xiao, please accompany him well. In his lifetime, he has had wealth that many cannot attain. But those things that countless people get easily, he has never possessed!"

"I sense he’s always wanted to get those feelings from family that he’s never had before from you. So, please accompany him well, I beg you!"

After saying this, Guo Qing directly hung up the phone.