Chapter 555: How About Using the Pretty Boy Strategy Again?

Guo Zhengchang’s unexpected departure abroad.

The only person who might be happy about this is Huang Zhao.

But Chen Xiao respects Guo Zhengchang’s choice and is willing to return the favor to Huang Zhao.

He hopes that by doing good deeds, he can bring good health and luck to Guo Zhengchang.

If he helps more people, those blessings might eventually benefit Guo Zhengchang.

He is willing to do so.

Watching Huang Zhao happily go to the side to make a call, notifying his family in Shencheng City to prepare the materials Chen Xiao requested.

Chen Xiao then went alone to Guo Zhengchang’s study.

He took out his phone and sent a message to Lin Xi, asking if she was busy.

Lin Xi quickly replied: Yesterday was a last-minute task, today is just some routine work, not busy.

Chen Xiao called, and Lin Xi answered:

"Hello, hubby, when are you planning to leave?"

"We aren’t leaving anymore. From the start, Grandpa Guo used it as a delaying tactic. He never intended for me to accompany him on a trip, so he went abroad before I arrived."

"Ah?"

Even Lin Xi, upon hearing this news, was in disbelief.

"So what do we do now? Are we just going to leave the old man alone?" Lin Xi asked after recovering.

Chen Xiao smiled wryly and said, "I wish I could do something, but I don’t even know which country he went to. I can’t exactly use the police to track him down, can I?"

"That’s true; since the old man did this, he obviously doesn’t want you to find him. So, we’ll just let him enjoy himself for now."

"Yeah, coincidentally, Elder Huang also has something he asked me to help with, and Guo Qing in Shencheng City might need my assistance at this stage. So, hon, I’ve decided to divert and head to Shencheng City again."

Lin Xi usually doesn’t interfere with Chen Xiao’s travel plans.

If Chen Xiao says there’s something to be done, and Lin Xi doesn’t have time to go with him, she simply waits for him at home.

"If you think you need to go, then go. I’ll wait for you at home."

"Okay, then I won’t go home. I might directly go to Shencheng City from the Provincial City tomorrow."

"Alright, remember, safety first when you’re away!"

"Got it."

The couple didn’t talk much more.

Chen Xiao quickly hung up the phone and quietly waited at the Guo Family house for Huang Zhao’s arrangements.

However, there were no flights available to Shencheng City at that time, so Huang Zhao had someone purchase a ticket for the next morning.

Chen Xiao rested at the Guo Family house for one night and then went with Guo Qing to Shencheng City the next day.

On the flight, Huang Zhao continuously updated Chen Xiao on the progress of the information gathering.

Huang Zhao’s family had already collected all the information Chen Xiao previously requested, including Zhu Nianying’s details and street information.

But Chen Xiao didn’t intend to stay at any place arranged by the Huang Family.

So, he had already contacted Guo Qing before boarding the plane.

Upon landing, Huang Zhao was a bit confused:

"Mr. Xiaochen, do you find staying at my arranged accommodation inconvenient?"

"Elder Huang, you misunderstood. I’m also here in Shencheng City to deal with some Dragon Cauldron matters. But rest assured, I will thoroughly investigate Zhu Nianying."

Huang Zhao nodded: "In that case, we’ll follow Mr. Xiaochen’s plan. If you ever need me or our Huang Family, just let us know."

"I will." Chen Xiao replied while waving to Guo Qing, who was picking him up.

After saying a few words to Huang Zhao, he got in the car with Guo Qing and left the airport.

In the car, Guo Qing looked utterly exhausted.

His eyes were constantly swollen and red, probably from secretly crying during the quiet of night these past few days.

Seeing him like this, Chen Xiao couldn’t help but say, "Did you only recently realize how deeply you care for your granduncle?"

"For the sake of our brotherhood, please don’t talk." Guo Qing grumbled.

Chen Xiao was taken aback, "Did I upset you?"

"You didn’t upset me, but I’m jealous of you! Originally, Granduncle planned to have a good time, but he must be worried about delaying you, so he chose to go abroad."

As Guo Qing spoke, Chen Xiao fell silent.

Maybe thinking he said too much, or perhaps Guo Qing’s heart wasn’t truly unbalanced, he quickly explained when he saw Chen Xiao not responding:

"What’s wrong with you? You know I didn’t mean it that way, it’s just weighing on my heart."

Chen Xiao grinned, "I understand you, I’m just wondering when the old man will contact us."

"Hard to say, Granduncle has always been very determined. Usually, when he decides on something, he’ll only act when the time is right. But I think, if you manage to accomplish something big during this time, he might decide to come back."

Guo Qing replied.

Chen Xiao was puzzled, "Why?"

"He left because he didn’t want to delay you, but if he feels you’re unaffected whether or not he’s around, he’ll think it’s pointless and just come home."

Though Chen Xiao felt Guo Qing’s words were a bit presumptuous.

There seemed to be a ring of truth in what he said!

Silently nodding, Chen Xiao didn’t continue discussing this with Guo Qing, instead steering the conversation towards the siblings Hong Mei and Hong Kuan.

Hearing Chen Xiao mention them, concern appeared in Guo Qing’s eyes:

"Hong Mei’s temperament is indeed dangerous. I’ve advised her many times, but when it proved ineffective, I chose to let go. But hearing you, it seems like your method is effective!"

"I’m not sure if it’s effective, but her self-control will be much stronger in the short term. After all, to be blunt, how many people in this world aren’t afraid of dying?"

Guo Qing nodded, and recalling Chen Xiao’s trip, he asked:

"So, are you here this time to see that Dr. Huang? Is the old doctor really that impressive?"

"You know Xie Wensheng. When his brain tumor hadn’t yet developed, it was Dr. Huang who diagnosed it. Then Xie Wensheng went for a hospital check-up, and if it wasn’t for the timely visit, not even a god could save him if it were delayed."

Surprise appeared in Guo Qing’s eyes, "I see, no wonder you invited him to Jiang Province for Granduncle’s health."

Chen Xiao nodded, and Guo Qing continued:

"What were all those documents he gave you at the airport earlier?"

"He asked me to investigate someone, and Grandpa Guo seems to really want me to help, so I’m here."

"I see, then you should leave the Dragon Cauldron matters for now, I’m here for the time being."

"No rush to divide responsibilities. Tell me, what’s the situation with Li Hai now?" Chen Xiao shifted the conversation to business.

But as soon as Li Hai was mentioned, Guo Qing’s face lit up with excitement:

"I was just about to tell you, Li Hai almost fell apart overnight! But when Qi Wei returned to the market, she was absolutely fierce and turned the situation around on the first day back!"

"Honestly, whenever I’m up against her, I feel full of energy, but I’m not very confident. So, Chen Xiao, think about it, why not have your little brother come and use his charm again?"