Chapter 329 - Heading for the Next Stop (1/2)

It was true that Qin Changan had really got on in years. When Qin Ran studied him carefully, she found that her father’s forehead was now full of wrinkles. There were numerous white hairs hiding among his seemingly black hair. Age and experiences of suffering and difficulties had left their marks on him. However, since Qin Changan was good at preserving his health, in order not to be noticed by others, he would take the initiative to dye his hair each time the white hair grew. He simply did not want others to think of him as an elder.

However hard Qin Changan, who was close to sixty years of age, had tried to disguise his age, that was something he could not change. He knew clearly that before he determined who would be his successor, many people were coveting his commercial empire. In addition, Qin Ran was not married yet. Consequently, the whole situation was full of uncertainties. That was also the main reason why he dared not reconcile with Qin Sheng in a hurry. Even if he did, and Qin Sheng could get rid of all the complicated emotional histories, following that, Qin Sheng would plunge himself into a deeper trap, which was far more dangerous. He must confirm first who on earth Qin Sheng was, what his temperament was like, and how capable he was, so that he could decide on his next step.

Now, he felt quite satisfied.

As a man as well as a father, he basically lived for his children for the rest of his life. Qin Changan was no exception. As Qin Ran and Qin Sheng’s biological father, he was the support of their lives and definitely felt sorry for what they had experienced.

However, he loved them in a more obscure manner.

As a result, Qin Changan could put up with all of Qin Ran’s capriciousness and complaints. However deeply his daughter resented him, he would not regret it at all. It was because he knew that they would understand his difficulties of being a father, someday. Though she seemed bright, Qin Changan must be tough enough to support this magnificent life.

Qin Changan had ordered Gongsun to call and arrange for the latest flight or a personal jet for Qin Ran and send her to the Lushan Airport in Jiujiang. He accompanied Qin Ran for a while in the VIP Lounge of the airport, then he drove back to the downtown area with Gongsun. They had gone through such an uneventful night.

In Jiujiang City, before Qin Sheng woke up, he had been sleeping for a full six hours in the express hotel. At this moment, it was already afternoon. Qin Sheng dared not stay in Jiujiang anymore, fearing Feng He’s group would come after him. After all, Jiujiang was too close to Huang Mei Town.

His clothes, which had been soaked, were now dry. Qin Sheng had no choice, but to wear them. After that, he went out to have lunch. After he finished his lunch, he planned to buy some new clothing, along with a new mobile and a new sim card. After his mobile had been powered off, he knew that many people must have been concerned about his safety. Additionally, he needed to keep in touch with Chang Baji.

After Qin Sheng finished his errands, it was already four o’clock in the afternoon. It was not after he went back to the hotel that he called Chang Baji. The moment he got through, he asked Chang Baji immediately, “Lao Chang, did you find Qinyang or not?”

Upon hearing the familiar voice, Chang Baji secretly felt somewhat relieved. However, Qin Sheng’s question placed him in a difficult position. He had no choice but to reply, “Not yet. I am afraid that the situation might be fraught with grim possibilities.”

As time went on, his hopes became slimmer and slimmer. If Gu Qingyang had escaped successfully, he definitely would have taken the initiative to contact them first. If he had not been able to get in touch with Qin Sheng, he certainly would have contacted Chang Baji or Hao Lei instead. However, up till now, there was still no news about him at all. Obviously, the possibility that he had met with a mishap was greater.

Qin Sheng felt quite disappointed instantly. He gritted his teeth as he said, “You have to work harder to locate him. I believe definitely that nothing will happen to him.”

Though Chang Baji was worried about Gu Qingyang, he was used to the separation between loved ones in life or death. Consequently, he replied calmly, “Life and death are decreed by fate. If he is really dead, probably it is his fate. However, even so, we definitely won’t let him die in vain.”

Qin Sheng did not say anything at all. They definitely would seek revenge for Gu Qingyang, if it had not been for him, Gu Qingyang would not have died in such a manner. As a result, Qin Sheng felt pretty guilty.

Chang Baji inquired how Qin Sheng was and said, “Let’s stop talking about these issues. What do you plan to do now? You can’t go to Wuhan now, nor can you go back to Hangzhou. As for Xi’an, it certainly will not work.” Chang Baji was quite concerned about what Qin Sheng’s next step will be.

Qin Sheng had figured out a solution early today. Since he could not go to Wuhan, he had no choice but to go to that place instead, which was safe and somewhat assured, at least. Consequently, he replied, “I will go to Qingdao.”

Chang Baji frowned slightly as he said, “Qingdao?” He did not know why Qin Sheng had chosen to go to Qingdao.

Qin Sheng explained randomly as he said, “As the saying goes, Shandong The Magnificent is a place propitious for giving birth to great men. I have some connections with the Song family in Shandong. In the beginning, I almost became Song Jia’s live-in husband. Though if I go there now, I will be in the center of madness. At least, it will be safer than staying here.”

After a long deliberation, Chang Baji replied, “Since you have made up your mind, you can go to Qingdao. Don’t contact anybody during this period. I will inform Hao Lei. After everything goes well on your side, we will go there at that time.”

Qin Sheng nodded quietly. Following that, he asked, “How about you?”

Chang Baji said honestly, “I will stay in Huang Mei Town for a few days first. If there is still no update about Qingyang, I will take the risk and go back to Hangzhou and try to some information. After that, I will find somewhere to recover, and wait for your update at the same time.”

Since Chang Baji had arranged everything properly and advised Qin Sheng not to worry too much, Qin Sheng would just leave Hao Lei and Tang She out of his mind. He thought Chang Baji would also take care of them.

All he needed to do now when he left for Qingdao, was to raise himself up quickly. However, as for how he would do that, he had no detailed plans so far.

After Qin Sheng finished his call with Chang Baji, he headed for the train station quickly and bought the latest train ticket to Qingdao. After that, he went back to the hotel and checked out. At this moment, it was only an hour before he left for Qingdao.

Starting from last night until now, Qin Sheng’s emotions had undergone a tremendous fluctuation. He had escaped unharmed once again, under the same plight. Compared with the situation, which had taken place in Mount Jiuhua last time, his situation this time was far better.