novelraw Chapter 756 - 756 756
Chapter 756 - 756 756
756: 756 756: 756 When Su Hui returned to the old house, she found Gu Fan sitting on the sofa, leisurely watching the TV.
A wave of anger welled up in her heart.
She silently thought to herself, ‘While I’m out there working hard, you’re just sitting here comfortably watching TV.
Don’t you have a conscience?’
Without turning his head, Gu Fan asked, “Sister Su, you’re back?”
“Yeah, the business trip was a bit tiring.” Su Hui certainly looked exhausted.
Prior to this, she informed Gu Fan about her trip to investigate the disappearance from the primitive forest, saying she would be away for a few days.
Gu Fan paid no heed and continued watching TV, “So, how was the trip?
Was it successful?”
“It was okay, just a bit tiring, I’ll go rest.” With that, Su Hui proceeded to go upstairs.
“You should rest!” Gu Fan still didn’t look back.
He changed the TV channel and then inquired casually: “By the way, has Zhang Yang and Yang Xinran been found?”
“No, but the search has left me exhausted…” At this point, realizing something, Su Hui quickly twisted around to look at Gu Fan, whose calm demeanor suggested he knew about this all along.
With a sudden realization, she gave Gu Fan a resigned smile.
“I knew I couldn’t hide it from you!”
“But you still tried to keep it from me, and even snuck off to the forest to investigate.” Gu Fan uttered with evident dissatisfaction, at which Su Hui rushed to his side, folding her hands in an apologetic gesture: “I’m sorry, Gu Fan, I didn’t want to hide it.
My superiors ordered it.
I’ve my own difficulties.
After all, it’s my responsibility.
I hope you understand.
But how did you know?”
Gu Fan shrugged, “Don’t forget, Zhang Yang and Uncle Zhang are related, and I often go to Uncle Zhang’s place to eat.
So, I heard about Zhang Yang and Yang Xinran’s disappearance from him.
Later, one of my classmates asked me why Lu Yi was collecting information about Yang Xinran and whether Lu Yi was interested in her.
But Yang Xinran is already committed, all the students have asked me to convince Lu Yi to stop pursuing her, saying it’s impossible for them.”
Su Hui gave a bitter smile, “Then you remembered, the last time Lu Yi and I met in secret, and you got suspicious.”
Gu Fan nodded, “Right.
Zhang Yang and Yang Xinran disappear, and right at this time Lu Yi starts collecting information on Yang Xinran and meets you.
So, I guessed you might be investigating their disappearances.
And sure enough, you were away on a business trip.
I thought maybe you went to the primitive forest.”
“So, you were trying to trick me into revealing.
You little devil, even playing tricks on me, see how I’ll deal with you.” At that, Su Hui lunged at him, using her martial arts skills to “teach” Gu Fan a lesson.
Unable to fight back, Gu Fan was overwhelmed.
His arm was almost twisted off by Su Hui, leaving him no choice but to beg for mercy: “Alright, Sister Su, I know your superiors ordered you to keep this secret, and I understand it’s your job.
I don’t blame you, so spare me please.”
“If you had spoken earlier, I wouldn’t have to resort to violence, look at what you made me do.” Su Hui let go as she spoke, and Gu Fan, humiliated, slowly got up from the ground, shaking his arm.
He shot her a contemptuous look, “Where did you ever see anyone using force to get forgiveness?
You’re not sincere at all.”
“Enough of this nonsense, think of some advice.” As she finished talking, she gave Gu Fan a slap on the shoulder, which caused him significant pain.
Gu Fan felt helpless, “If you want my help, I’d be happy to provide.
But you also must tell me what you know.”
“Alright, I’ll tell, but don’t blame me if you have nightmares tonight.” Su Hui’s stern expression made Gu Fan have second thoughts, “Considering the hour, why don’t we discuss it tomorrow?”
“What do you mean tomorrow?
You’re too squeamish.
Besides, you’re the one who wanted to know.” Su Hui recounted all she knew including her experiences in the primitive forest, which left Gu Fan stunned.
“So, were Zhang Yang and Yang Xinran really that unlucky to have stumbled upon such a matter?” Gu Fan felt sorry for the two of them.
Faced with such a situation, he felt helpless because all he wanted was a peaceful life.
However, keeping in mind Uncle Zhang’s worries, and the fact this was something Su Hui had to investigate, Gu Fan adjusted his mindset, willing to help if he could.
“Why does it have to be an old town that’s difficult to deal with?” Gu Fan scratched his head, showing a troubled expression.
From just what Su Hui had said, it was impossible for him to figure out what kind of place the old town was.
Su Hui added, “In a while, we are going back again.
Perhaps this time, we’ll uncover the true face of the old town.”
In response, Gu Fan shook his head, looking pessimistic, “I doubt it.
If I were the people from the old town, after dealing with you, I would have recognized you were no ordinary individuals.
They will certainly not reveal themselves in front of you again.
If you want to continue with your investigation, you should change personnel.
But it seems there are only a few people in your special investigation team.”
After hearing his words, Su Hui felt dejected, “You’re right.
The people in the town won’t be that stupid.”
“Moreover, for safety’s sake, I don’t think the old town in the primitive forest will appear again any time soon.
They know they’ve attracted your attention and will certainly be more cautious in the future.” Gu Fan’s logical explanation made Su Hui feel the case was becoming harder to crack.
Gu Fan added, “There are ways.
You can recruit more people into your special investigation team and revisit the primitive forest after waiting a few months.
You might discover something.”
“I see.
I will apply to the higher-ups and get you on board.” With that, Su Hui excitedly rushed upstairs to call Zhuo Hang.
“Wait, Sister Su, when did I say I wanted to join you all?” Gu Fan feigned annoyance, but he couldn’t help but laugh watching Su Hui run upstairs.
How could Gu Fan not help?
Each time he faced trouble, Su Hui was the first to stand up for him.
Now that Su Hui was facing a difficult problem, Gu Fan was naturally ready to support her without any hesitation or retreat.
This reflected their bond which stood the test of hardships.
However, Gu Fan felt a little worried.
Not just because of the old town in the primitive forest being dangerous, but more because he wasn’t sure what investigating would unearth, leading to more potential trouble.
“Oh well, when things come, we will handle them.” Rubbing his head, Gu Fan had a hunch that his peaceful days were about to end, and a new adventure was about to begin.