Chapter 119 - A mothers instincts (1/2)

”Thank you, Mr. Andre. I hope your daughter gets well soon.” Lei Zhao said in fluent English as he shook Mr. Andre's hands. He has been working hard on this business now that everything is settled, Lei Zhao felt like a weight has been lifted from his chest.

”My pleasure. Sorry for the inconvenience.” Mr. Andre apologized with a smile on his face.

”No, family first then business. I would have done the same thing if I was in your shoes.” Lei Zhao beckoned at Ye Xing who was standing at the corner.

”I brought a few tonics and supplements for your daughter. I wish her good health.” Ye Xing gave the package to Mr. Andre's secretary.

”Thank you, Mr. Lei.”

Lei Zhao nodded, ”I will leave now. I hope we can do business again.”

Mr. Andre laughed, ”Likewise. I hope you will invite me when you opened your mall.”

”Alright.” Lei Zhao said and gave the contract to Ye Xing.

”Mr. Lei, wait.” Mr. Andre called out Lei Zhao when he reached the door.

Lei Zhao stopped in his tracks and turned to look at Mr. Andre.

”Is there any problem?” Lei Zhao inquired squinting his eyes.

Mr. Andre stiffened for a moment before shaking his head.

”No, have a safe flight.”

Lei Zhao nodded, ”Thank you.”

Mr. Andre looked at Lei Zhao's back and a trace of light flashed through his eyes.

He heaved a sigh and raked his fingers through his hair. His fingers felt clammy and he slumped on the cushion with a defeated look on his face.

A shiver ran along his spine thinking about what he has done. He didn't want to but as a father, he had to protect his daughter. He hurriedly removed his phone from his pocket and sent a message to a series of numbers.

Mr. Andre: Done.

Just one word, but it contained the fate of two people. He tapped his feet and loosened his tie waiting for a reply but it never came.

Lei Zhao sat in the car and loosened his tie. It was already four days since he came here. No one knows how much he misses his wife. Even though they spoke every chance they get he felt it wasn't enough. Lei Zhao couldn't wait to get home, hug her, inhale her sweet scent, and plant kisses all over her face.

Lei Zhao lips curved into a smile just thinking about seeing Yan Mei in a few hours. Ye Xing looked at his boss smiling from the rear mirror and raised his brows.

”Eyes on the road, Ye Xing. I need to get back to my wife in one piece.” Lei Zhao joked.

Ye Xing rolled his eyes, 'Boss there is no need to show off in front of me.' Ying Xing said inwardly.

”Yes, Boss.”

Silence fell in the car, Lei Zhao leaned against the seat. Suddenly he started sweating, a sharp pain hit his stomach, and felt he dizzy.

”Ye-”

Lei Zhao couldn't call out Ye Xing because a truck which bore on them, just when it looked like it would pass by harmlessly veered violently into their side. The impact spanned their car around. Glass sprayed in the interior. Ye Xing struggled with the wheel, knuckles bulging, and teeth-gritting. He steered the car to the right and managed to break free from the truck.

”Dammit!” Ye Xing cursed.

”Boss, are you okay?” Ye Xing said, but Lei Zhao didn't respond. Ye Xing's heart hammered in his chest and he turned to look at Lei Zhao.

He saw Lei Zhao was sweating profusely, his face was pale and his lips were turning blue.

”Poison!” Ye Xing exclaimed. He quickly picked up his phone to call for help. Unfortunately, he didn't get the chance to make the call.

Ye Xing widened his eyes when he heard a car horn. He looked up and saw a truck approaching them. He abruptly slammed on the brakes, but it didn't work. A rush of adrenaline passed through Ye Xing as he steered the steering wheel to avoid the truck, but in a blink of the eye, the car rammed into the passenger's side.

The car rolled over several times, breaking the glasses and inflating the safety bag. A moment of silence passed by after the impact.

Thick smoke filled the car. Ye Xing grappled the airbag and managed to push it one side. He struggled with the door before in his shock state he realized the engine has caught fire.