Chapter 652 - 645 - 1
Lin Yue had already prepared for contingencies, but there were some matters she couldn’t discuss with Manager Liu. She put on a thoughtful and troubled expression. Although Manager Liu had always seemed loyal and was earnest in offering his help, she understood deep down it was all for Jiang Ziqi’s sake. There were things she could tell Jiang Ziqi, but when it came to these people below, it was wiser to keep her guard up—a little caution prevented big mistakes.
"Manager Liu, allow me to think this over. Now that those black-clothed assailants have their guard up against us, we don’t have a good solution at the moment. I will take a few family members back home first. If I need any help, I will come to find you," Lin Yue said.
"That’s fine, Madam Lin, just give the command whenever you need anything," Manager Liu replied, secretly breathing a sigh of relief. He had been worried that Lin Yue would make some difficult demands. This outcome was pleasing for both parties: Lin Yue didn’t want Manager Liu to inquire too much, and Manager Liu was only seeking to have a good explanation for Jiang Ziqi. Nevertheless, this was not a situation he could handle alone, and no matter what, he needed to relay the information to the Capital City immediately, sending an urgent message through a special channel to the Family Head.
Lin Yue took those with less serious injuries who could be cared for at home back with her. Upon returning home and arranging for the injured to be looked after, she immediately went to her own courtyard. She took the pack she had already prepared, accompanied by a few guards, and was ready to leave.
"Madam, where are you going?" Nurse Xu was startled to see Lin Yue packing to leave, especially since she had just brought the injured back. Nurse Xu had heard about last night’s battle; Master Xue had not been rescued yet. She thought Lin Yue was setting out to rescue Master Xue and would inevitably confront the Yin Family, known for their ruthless and skilled fighters. How could a couple of Protectors handle those in black? The assailants were Hidden Guards who had been trained meticulously from a young age, whereas the family Protectors only knew some fighting techniques at most.
Even in her haste, Lin Yue hadn’t planned to leave directly without arranging family matters; it wouldn’t do to save a person only to have trouble at home. "Nurse Xu, your timing is perfect. I have something to entrust to you. I have an emergency and must set off on the road immediately. While I’m gone, the family will rely on you to look after everything, especially the workshops. Do keep a close watch to prevent those with ulterior motives from infiltrating. The traitor in our household hasn’t been dealt with yet."
"Madam, where are you going? Is it to rescue Master Xue?"
"Yes, last night’s operation was rather smooth, but those black-clothed men were too cunning and even took Master Xue with them when they escaped. We managed to save a few of the Protectors, but Master Xue is still in their hands. I must find a way to rescue him," Lin Yue replied directly to Nurse Xu, whom she trusted. There was no need to hide anything from Nurse Xu, who would be responsible for managing the household matters.
Nurse Xu’s initial guess was that her calm and intelligent Madam might not act rashly and perhaps had other business to attend to. Now that Lin Yue confirmed her intentions, Nurse Xu’s heart sank with worry.