Jiang Yi felt a pang of disappointment upon hearing this.
He had hoped to find Xiao Xin this time, but it turned out he still couldn't.
However, Jiang Yi was no longer as worried as before.
Xiao Xin had gone missing at the same time as Shen Lu, so Xiao Xin must be with Shen Lu. With Shen Lu's protection, Xiao Xin would be very safe.
What puzzled Jiang Yi, though, was why Shen Lu hadn't brought Xiao Xin to see him after finding her.
"It seems I have to go look myself!"
Jiang Yi said, standing up from his chair.
"Mr. Jiang, rest assured, I will definitely help you find your sister. As long as she's in the capital, I will be able to find her. Please give me some time!" Master Gui said.
Jiang Yi didn't reply and turned to leave the hall.
Master Gui watched Jiang Yi's retreating back, his brow furrowing slightly.
"Master Gui, since Jiang Yi isn't causing trouble, in my opinion, there's no need for us to waste time and effort helping him find his sister!" the middle-aged man said.
"I cannot go back on my word!"
Master Gui replied, "Besides, we still need Jiang Yi for next year's competition. If I help find his sister, perhaps he'll be happy and agree to participate next year..."
Master Gui's sole objective was to have Jiang Yi participate in the competition and earn money for him.
At this moment, Jiang Yi had arrived outside the Jin Cheng Boxing Gym.
Jiang Yi took out his phone and tried calling Shen Lu again.
The result was the same as before; Shen Lu's phone was switched off.
With no other options, Jiang Yi drove home.
All he could do now was wait.
Wait for news from Shen Lu.
Upon returning home, Jiang Yi took out his phone and called Changsun Xiong, telling him about Changsun Hao's situation.
Changsun Xiong had helped him immensely.
Without Changsun Xiong's assistance, Tian Sheng Group would not have developed so rapidly.
Jiang Yi informed Changsun Xiong out of gratitude for his significant help.
Just then, Li Ping and Dong Rui returned from the company!
"Did you find Xiao Xin?" Li Ping asked Jiang Yi anxiously.
"No!" Jiang Yi replied.
Hearing this, Li Ping's face filled with disappointment and worry. Su Dan Novel Network.
"Mom, you don't need to worry too much. Xiao Xin is with Shen Lu. With Shen Lu protecting her, Xiao Xin will be safe!" Jiang Yi said.
"But I'm still uneasy!"
Li Ping exclaimed, "Since Shen Lu is with Xiao Xin, Shen Lu should have brought her back. Shen Lu knows we're very worried about Xiao Xin, but we haven't seen hide nor hair of them!"
"Perhaps something has delayed them!" Jiang Yi said.
"Stop defending Shen Lu!"
Li Ping retorted, "Even if something delayed them, Shen Lu should have called to let us know she's safe. Not only did she not call back, but she switched off her phone. What kind of behavior is that?"
Jiang Yi also found this matter very strange.
Shen Lu's actions were indeed very unusual.
However, Jiang Yi still chose to believe Shen Lu.
Seeing that it was getting late, they each retired to their rooms to rest.
Once in his room, Jiang Yi lay on the bed, reflecting on the day's events.
Just as Jiang Yi was about to fall asleep, the room door creaked open, and Dongfang Mei walked in.
Dongfang Mei's face was etched with fatigue!
"Ye Yanran is too detestable!"
Dongfang Mei took a deep breath and said, "She snatched quite a few contracts from our Dongfang family, and also took several projects. This has caused our Dongfang family significant losses!"
"I've worked tirelessly all day, but it was to no avail. If this continues, our Dongfang family might be ruined!"
"Don't you still have Tian Sheng Group?"
Jiang Yi asked, "Don't worry! No matter how capable Ye Yanran is, she cannot defeat us because the Beijing Chamber of Commerce is on our side."
"The Beijing Chamber of Commerce manages the entire business sector of the capital. No matter how skilled Ye Yanran is, it's useless."
Dongfang Mei was probably too tired and lay on the bed, not wanting to speak further.
"Get some rest,"
Jiang Yi turned off the light and lay down beside her.
"Did you find Xiao Xin?" Dongfang Mei asked.
"No!"
Jiang Yi replied.
"I hope we find Xiao Xin soon!"
Dongfang Mei sighed deeply.
"Ever since Xiao Xin disappeared, Mom has had a long face and hasn't smiled. Every time I see her, I feel an indescribable fear! I'm not speaking ill of Mom, I'm genuinely scared of her."
Hearing this, Jiang Yi couldn't help but chuckle.
"She's tough on the outside but soft-hearted. You don't need to be afraid. She's your mother-in-law; she won't eat you." Jiang Yi said.
"She won't eat me, but I'm still scared."
Dongfang Mei's tone carried a hint of helplessness.
Jiang Yi didn't know what else to say.
Dongfang Mei was a very strong-willed person, never afraid of anyone. Now, she had become so timid.
"I don't know why I'm so afraid of Mom. Every time I see her, I'm terrified of making a mistake and upsetting her," Dongfang Mei confessed.
"Once this is over, we'll all go on a trip as a family. Once you spend more time together, you won't be so afraid!"
Jiang Yi said, then continued, "After the trip, your relationship will become much closer..."
Before Jiang Yi could finish speaking, Dongfang Mei had already fallen asleep, her breathing soft and even.
The next morning, as soon as Jiang Yi woke up, he saw Dongfang Mei standing in front of the vanity, getting ready.
It had been several days since their wedding, and this was the first time he had seen Dongfang Mei dress up so meticulously!
"Awake?"
Dongfang Mei greeted Jiang Yi and said, "I have to meet some company bosses today. I must secure this project!"
"It's just a project discussion; why the need to dress up so elaborately?" Jiang Yi asked.
"Are you jealous?"
Dongfang Mei chuckled.
"What am I jealous of?"
Jiang Yi shrugged, putting on his clothes, and said, "Eat breakfast first before you go. You're pregnant; you need to take care of your health..."
"I don't have time for breakfast!"
Dongfang Mei replied, then picked up her bag and left the room.
By the time Jiang Yi went out, Dongfang Mei had already driven away.
Jiang Yi took a deep breath.
After marrying Dongfang Mei, he felt none of the happiness that marriage should bring. Instead, this marital life felt dull and flavorless.
Jiang Yi took a sip of tea and went to Shen Lu's room door.
Jiang Yi raised his hand and knocked.
There was no response from inside the room.
Clearly, Shen Lu had not returned yet.
If Shen Lu hadn't returned, Xiao Xin naturally wouldn't have either.
Jiang Yi returned to the hall, took out his phone, and prepared to call Shen Lu.
"Don't bother calling!"
Li Ping came down from upstairs, her expression grave, and said, "I already tried. Shen Lu's phone is switched off, and Xiao Xin's phone is also switched off. None of their phones are connecting."
Hearing this, Jiang Yi put his phone away.