Facing Chen Lishu's questioning, the driver softly replied, "You'll know when we reach our destination."
Chen Lishu took a deep breath, crossed her arms, and appeared at ease, but in reality, her guard was at its highest. Her eyes were discreetly observing the route!
If these people didn't tie her up, she might be able to incapacitate them and escape this dangerous place by seizing an opportunity when they stopped.
With this thought, Chen Lishu tightly gripped her phone. Since dangerous items were not allowed at the competition venue, she hadn't brought any of her usual self-defense tools. Only her phone could serve as a makeshift weapon.
Chen Lishu believed her subtle thoughts were well-hidden, unaware that her every move was being watched by the man in the passenger seat.
However, her master had specifically instructed him not to harm this woman. As long as she didn't do anything excessive, he wouldn't interfere.
The car drove on the highway. As Chen Lishu saw the buildings outside becoming more prosperous, the tension in her nerves slightly eased. Kidnappers wouldn't bring their victim into the city, would they? She suspected the person behind this might be someone she knew, and their purpose for inviting her was unclear, but it likely didn't involve harming her!
After about ten minutes, the car stopped in front of a luxurious villa. The driver got out and respectfully gestured for Chen Lishu to enter. "Miss Chen, please go in. Our master is waiting for you inside!
Rest assured, we have no ill intentions. For your safety, you can send a message to Young Master He, asking him to pick you up at this location in half an hour. However, the message content must be sent under our supervision!"
Chen Lishu hesitated upon hearing the man's words. Half an hour was too long. Coming to this unfamiliar place alone, if something were to happen, her body would be cold by then!
But if she didn't send the message, when would He Zinian realize she was missing? And how long would it take him to pinpoint her exact location?
After a moment of consideration, Chen Lishu pursed her lips and then looked up, saying, "Alright."
The man nodded at Chen Lishu and then stood behind her. Chen Lishu took out her phone and quickly typed a few words on the screen: [Come find me at Ruisi Mai Villa District in half an hour. I'm catching up with an old friend. I'll be back the day after tomorrow. Please prepare a good meal to congratulate me on my victory in the competition!]
Meanwhile, at He Corporation, He Zinian received a call from He Ziyu, who informed him that the family had begun their actions and everything would be perfectly resolved once Chen Lishu returned tomorrow.
Just as He Zinian was about to call Chen Lishu to inquire about her whereabouts, he heard a message notification. He opened his phone to check the message, and his expression shifted from indifference to seriousness.
Their plan was meticulous, and the elder had already set things in motion. At such a critical juncture, Chen Lishu was not someone who would neglect important matters for trivial friendships. What kind of friend was so important that she would disregard her elders at home?
He suspected that she wasn't meeting a friend but had encountered some trouble. With this thought, a hint of coldness flickered in He Zinian's eyes. The moment Chen Lishu arrived...
Chen Lishu seemed to have recalled something and then tentatively asked, "You were the one with the Empress during the day. What is your relationship with the Empress?"
Qin Shen honestly replied, "A romantic relationship. You seem very interested in matters between the Empress and me, but we can discuss these things slowly when there's an opportunity. Now, I have a question for Miss Chen: What was the inspiration for your work? Are these truly your original creations, or did you simply borrow these ideas from decades later!"