215 I Love You, But I Donst Dare to Let You Know 16 (1/2)

An idea struck An Xiaoning's mind as she suddenly got reminded of the fact that the keys to the handcuffs were on him. She would get a chance to escape as long as she got her hands on them.

But then again, how is she supposed to grab the keys with her hands behind her back? Even if she managed to get the keys, how was she supposed to unlock the handcuffs?

It was a huge obstacle.

Nonetheless, An Xiaoning decided to first get her hands on the keys before planning her next move.

An Xiaoning remained still while keeping her eyes fixed on Xi Bolai. Twenty minutes later, he was confirmed to have fallen asleep.

She then shifted her gaze to the pocket of his denim shorts.

She moved sideways slightly at snail's pace, careful not to make any noise in case she woke him up.

She then tried to pick at his pocket using her toes and finally managed to retrieve the keys from his pocket.

It was a bunch of keys secured together.

An Xiaoning was overwhelmed with agitation and panic. Upon noticing his body jerk, seemingly about to wake up, she quickly moved back beside him, not wanting to arouse any suspicion.

She got up again after making sure that he was sound asleep before using her toes to move the keys beside her. She then laid down next to him again while fiddling with the keys, trying to find the keyhole with her hands behind her back.

Although she could not see the handcuffs, she knew roughly what they looked like and was aware of where the keyhole was positioned. Thus, it was rather easy for her to find it.

She proceeded to poke every key inside the keyhole and try to unlock the handcuffs. At last, her efforts were not in vain despite the multiple attempts.

She managed to unlock it successfully.

An Xiaoning was filled with nervousness and euphoria.

However, she tried with all her might to not let her emotions show.

She moved her hands gently between her legs and finally freed herself.

Due to the fact that her hands had been kept in an awkward position behind her back for an extended period of time, her arms had gone sore and numb by the time they were freed.

However, this was a great opportunity for escape which was not to be missed.

She proceeded to unlock the chains on her ankles with the key. However, she continued to leave the chains hanging from her ankles, conjuring a false appearance so as to prevent him from finding out that she had unlocked them, in case he wakes up.

Holding the handcuffs in her hands, An Xiaoning stared at Xi Bolai, who was lying beside her.

A menacing glare formed in her eyes.

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A frown creased Jin Qingyan's forehead upon seeing the scene before him when he arrived. ”Get Xi Bolai to come out.”

”I'll relay your message to my master,” said the bodyguard as he retreated backwards.

Jin Qingyan and Byron watched as An Xiaoning brought Xi Bolai downstairs while holding him at gunpoint.

Byron's jaw dropped in astonishment as he turned towards Jin Qingyan and said, ”No wonder she's your woman, she's extraordinarily brave indeed.”

”Of course,” Jin Qingyan agreed proudly, raising his brows.

An Xiaoning walked towards them while still pointing the gun at him. ”If any of you dares to pull the trigger, I'll shoot him right away. Release us and I'll let him go,” An Xiaoning warned Xi Bolai's bodyguards.

Thus, they then proceeded towards the main entrance with An Xiaoning leading the way. She then pushed Xi Bolai towards Jin Qingyan and Byron's bodyguards, who were guarding closely outside the door. Xi Bolai staggered along with a look of dismay on his face.

Staring at An Xiaoning, who was opposite, he said, ”I've really underestimated you, An Xiaoning. Indeed, you didn't fall short of my expectations. You're a very smart and clever woman.”

”Xi Bolai, if you ever dare to find trouble with me again, I'll shoot you to death.”

”Don't let me get my hands on you again then. Otherwise, it won't be as simple next time.”

He glared at An Xiaoning again before turning around to enter his mansion.

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