Chapter 210 - At the night when the clock starts to run (1/2)

Xiong Gaiyu stared at Xiong Zhi's deep eyes.

Then, she looked down at their intertwined hands.

”L-let me…think about it,” Xiong Gaiyu spoke in small words.

”Why do you still need to think about it? Young Miss is already being gracious in paving a road for you. Be happy that the Young Miss likes you.” Xiong Cai wanted to let his daughter take this opportunity to get closer to Xiong Zhi.

Xiong Zhi ignored her uncle and continued to stare at Xiong Gaiyu. In her mind, her impression on Xiong Gaiyu increased favorably. The latter did not jump greedily on the offer, even though she was already desperate. That was good, it showed that Xiong Gaiyu was not brainless and would not simply enter a situation she was unsure of and allow others to exploit her. A person worth investing. Unfortunately, the other party was Xiong Zhi.

Nevertheless, Xiong Zhi approved of her decision. She was also sure that Xiao Mei would like Xiong Gaiyu.

”It's alright. Take your time. I am available for you anytime if you want to talk to me.”

The people around them looked at their exchange.

Xiong Hio looked at their clasped hands.

”How about me? I want to enter modeling as well.”

Xiong Zhi looked at her and said directly.

”Try studying first.”

She had no use for this girl who took the money from her family and ran away. She had no news of her since then. Since the girl planned to run away anyways, then it was better for her to study some skills so she could survive in the future no matter where she went.

Xiong Hio pouted.

”How rude.”

Xiong Cai glared at his daughter and apologized to Xiong Zhi.

Xiong Zhi simply returned a fake smile.

It was now Xiong De's turn to greet her.

”Zhi'er.”

Xiong Zhi restrained herself from glaring at him.

”Happy seventeenth birthday. I am happy I witnessed how you've grown up. I will surely assist you in managing the empire well in the future.” Xiong De's voice was gentle, as if he was talking to his own daughter.

This made Xiong Zhi feel nauseous. So disgusting!

She looked calmly at him. After meeting Gao Huan a few times, Xiong Zhi's control of her emotions had significantly improved.

”Thank you, third uncle. I really appreciate that. I will really need your help for the bright future of the Xiong Empire,” Xiong Zhi spoke the words slowly, emphasizing each word. It was ironic; what she was saying was in total contrast of what she was thinking.

Xiong Zhi looked behind Xiong De.

”Third uncle, I made sure that I sent an invitation to my cousin Wuyu'er. Did she not want to celebrate my birthday with me?” Xiong Zhi somehow knew what kind of situation Xiong Wuyue was in right now. Their birthdays were just two days apart. Xiong Wuyue would surely do everything to make her birthday appear more glamorous than Xiong Zhi's.

Xiong Wuyue's presence here would surely give a headache to Xiong De. Xiong De must have stopped Xiong Wuyue from attending her birthday party.

Xiong Cai heard them and got the hint. He interrupted their conversation.

”Aiya, brother De, why did you allow your spoiled daughter to disrespect our Young Miss? You should have prioritized our Young Miss first before your own daughter. You should tell Wuyue to not act so willfully like a spoiled brat anymore.”

Xiong De threw a cold look at Xiong Cai. Then, he smiled awkwardly at Xiong Zhi.

”Your cousin really wanted to come here. Sigh, it's just that, she is feeling unwell. She's afraid that she might pass that sickness to you.” He sounded troubled and sincere.

Xiong Zhi went along with his acting.

”Is that so? I can't imagine how bad it could be. Of course, my cousin's health must be given more importance. Now, I'm worried about my cousin's health. I would like to visit her later.”

Xiong De observed Xiong Zhi for a while. A baleful light flashed in his eyes before it disappeared and turned to gratefulness.

”Young Miss is truly kind. I really appreciate your care for my daughter. We are really honored. But Young Miss, my daughter's good intentions of not coming here would be in vain if you go there and catch her illness. That's why, Young Miss, just take care of your health. Your thoughts are more than enough for us.” Xiong De's answer was so smooth. In the eyes of the public, he looked like a loving uncle who was concerned about her niece's well-being.

Xiong Zhi stared at Xiong De's eyes. She could see the coldness and mockery behind his facade.

”Is that so? Then, I will do as uncle said. I will make sure that on my cousin's birthday, I will be there. I'll prepare a wonderful gift for her. It is to repay for her kind thoughts,” Xiong Zhi said meaningfully.

Xiong De and Xiong Zhi gently beamed at each other. Both have deep thoughts and was quietly observing the other.

In the distance, a pair of eyes were observing their exchange. That man's hand then went into his pocket. A fancy rectangular box was in his hands. Then, he looked at the child in Xiong Nuen Zai's side. He placed his hopes on that child.

”Sir, your father is looking for you.” A butler came to him and whispered those words.

The man looked at the direction the butler was pointing at.

Butler Zhou Min stood in the distance, giving him a warning glare.

”Father.” Linfeng walked up to him.

Butler Zhou Min sighed.

”I told you to stay low for a few more months...”

”I did. I've stayed far away from the capital for two months,” Linfeng answered. His eyes could not help but get drawn to that direction again. Xiong Zhi was still smiling at the Xiong family members from the second branch. It appeared they were almost done with the greetings.

”Linfeng, Master Xiong is suspicious of you,” Butler Zhou Min said as he looked at Master Xiong who was calmly watching everything, sometimes bickering with the heads of the other families.

Linfeng turned to him.

”Father, I've found a way.”

Butler Zhou Min turned to him in shock. He knew just what kind of 'way' Linfeng was trying to find all these years.

”What...”

”It would take time. But I am sure of it. I know there was something there. I am not wrong. It is possible,” Linfeng said solemnly.

”…” Butler Zhou Min was speechless.

”You just need to wait, father.”