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However, Tang Xin Lian had been too scared tonight, so she wouldn’t have taken note of these details.

Returning to the apartment, Zhong Zhen Dong very naturally entered the living room and persuaded her to take a hot bath, saying it would relax her taut nerves.

His voice was very gentle, carrying a type of bewitching effect. Having been in an unsteady state of mind, Tang Xin Lian unconsciously followed along with his suggestion. She did whatever he said.

After soaking in the hot bath, Tang Xin Lian’s frame of mind was more stable. She left the bathroom, and discovered that only a yellow night-light was on in the living room. The yellow light had a warming effect, and the stereo was playing a light and soothing music. Sitting on the sofa in the living room while also pouring wine was Zhong Zhen Dong. Seeing her come out, he softly said, “Come sit.”

She complied and walked over. Zhong Zhen Dong handed a gla.s.s of wine to her.

“Soaking in a hot bath and drinking a little wine before going to bed will calm your mind and allow you to sleep more peacefully.”

His caring expression was the same as in the past, gentle and harmless. His magnetic voice, combined with the light music, cleansed her mind.

Tang Xin Lian took the gla.s.s and obediently took a sip. The wine went down her throat and into her belly, warming her stomach.

“What kind of wine is this?” She asked curiously.

“A fruity German brand, it’s very suitable for drinking before going to bed.”

Tang Xin Lian looked at him gratefully. “Big brother Zhong, thank you. Today, if it wasn’t for you…” Speaking up to here, she couldn’t help but choke with emotion.

Zhong Zhen Dong lightly patted her back and sighed. “Fortunately I came over today, otherwise, the consequences would’ve been too inconceivable.”

Speaking of which, it reminded her to suspiciously ask, “Why did big brother Zhong come over today?”

Zhong Zhen Dong saw her suspicious look and thought to himself, even though the little white rabbit drank wine, her brain was still functioning. Unexpectedly, she asked him this question.

“I’m here to give you back the necklace and the money. You’re really cruel, making the lines between us so clear. It really breaks my heart.”

Hearing this, she felt a little awkward. She lowered her head and softly said, “I don’t want to owe you.”

“Even though you didn’t want to owe me, fate wanted you to owe me.”

She looked up in confusion. “What do you mean?”

“That man wanted $5 million before he was willing to let you go.”