812 A Million Times for You 174 (1/2)
Shaking her head, Shi Qingzhou said, ”I don't know, maybe my body has become unsuitable. I was imprisoned in the underground dungeon for so many years and I haven't been out in the sun at all. It's a miracle that I'm still alive.”
”Seems like not everyone can acquire these skills. I guess health is still a factor, despite being extraordinary. If only you could master them, I wouldn't have to worry about you then.”
”Xiaoning, go ahead and do what you have to. Don't worry about me. We live so close to Wei Ni Estate. No one will dare to find trouble with me. Besides, there are so many bodyguards at home. Rest assured and go ahead.”
Shi Qingzhou hugged her shoulders gently and said, ”I just hope that you'll be safe.”
An Xiaoning turned to the side and hugged her. ”Mother, regardless of how tough it may be, I'll definitely find that treasure map.”
In reality, An Xiaoning was filled with doubt and uncertainty.
However, she ought to empower and reassure her mother, who was worried sick about her.
”Tuoba Rui called your father today and asked to speak to me. I didn't answer because there's nothing to talk about between him and me.”
”Let's not answer his calls if there's nothing much to talk about. Mother, let's sleep together tonight,” said An Xiaoning, holding her hand.
”Alright, I'll let your father know.” Shi Qingzhou then stood up.
”Alright.”
For the rest of the night, the duo had a heart-to-heart talk with each other and exchanged many heartwarming words. Shi Qingzhou learned about many things from An Xiaoning that she didn't know about previously. Likewise, Shi Qingzhou also told An Xiaoning about several secrets of hers.
Daybreak arrived.
Fan Shixin headed to An Xiaoning's mansion together with Xiao Bai.
An Xiaoning stood by the door and watched as they entered.
Fan Shixin was holding a stack of paper in his hands while Xiao Bai was carrying a large haversack and dragging a piece of luggage. They were walking toward her slowly.
”Young Madam, these are all the information. Young Sir suggests that we set off today,” said Fan Shixin, handing her the stack of paper.
An Xiaoning took it from him but did not read it immediately. ”What did you guys bring?” she asked.
Panting heavily, Xiao Bai answered, ”Many things. They're all necessities.”
An Xiaoning instructed Xiao Bai to put the haversack onto the ground while she squatted down to take a look. She unzipped the haversack and rummaged through its contents to find that apart from their clothes, there were also various medication and medical supplies, as well as some weapons.
”Young Madam, Young Sir specially instructed me to prepare this hooked rope for you. It's identical to the one you had previously. Young Sir would like you to use this new one instead.”
She took the rope out from the luggage and discovered that it was rather lightweight and similar to the one she carried with her at all times. Well, it was her favorite weapon, after all.
”Do you guys have one each, too?” An Xiaoning asked.
Xiao Bai chuckled and pointed at his waist while saying, ”Of course. It's such a useful weapon, I must have one myself. Chief has one too.”
”Go to the supermarket and buy some bottled water that we can bring along,” An Xiaoning instructed.
”Okay, I'll go,” said Xiao Bai, who immediately did as instructed.
”Young Sir said that you don't have to bring any money with you at all, Young Madam. He gave me a debit card that we can use.”
”I won't refuse since he's so sincere.” An Xiaoning zipped the luggage and stood up straight. ”I'll go prepare my own luggage now.”
”Alright.”
After making all the necessary preparations, An Xiaoning instructed her personal subordinates to keep the house in place and ordered the bodyguards to continue being on duty and guard outside her mother's room. She also told them to contact Jin Qingyan immediately, should there be any complications.