Chapter 577 - Chapter 577 Chapter 577 Suggestions
Chapter 577: Chapter 577: Suggestions Chapter 577: Chapter 577: Suggestions After entering the room, Zhong Niangyao couldn’t help but be stunned.
“What’s the matter?”
Lu Yichen, who was following closely behind her, found it curious and involuntarily asked, “What happened?”
Logically, there shouldn’t have been any surprises; he had already verified that the person in the room couldn’t possibly be conscious.
“There’s nothing, it’s just that what you did was somewhat unnecessary.” Zhong Niangyao pointed at the person on the bed and after blinking, she spoke, “No wonder people outside say that the young miss of the Baili Family is in poor health!”
At that moment, Lu Yichen, following her, also saw the situation in the room and was momentarily taken aback before a flicker of realization crossed his eyes. “The Baili Family has indeed kept things very tight. Not even the Special Department has received any news!”
On the bed in the room lay a pale-complexioned woman, sleeping there.
Using ‘sleep’ to describe her state seemed somewhat inappropriate because, next to the woman in a stupor, were various medical apparatuses, and the woman’s body was also attached to many tubes, clearly indicating she had been in a coma for quite some time.
Zhong Niangyao stepped forward, stretched out her hand, and instead of taking the pulse, she “opened the third eye” and scanned the body of the woman lying on the bed, then frowned.
“The Baili Family has done their best. Given Baili Lele’s condition, it’s already a very difficult matter for her to be alive. Now that she’s comatose, the Baili Family has made the utmost effort.”
Baili Lele must have suffered a very serious injury. Most of her bodily functions were damaged, and her internal organs had also sustained grave injuries. The Baili Family must have used quite a lot of valuable resources just to barely keep Baili Lele alive.
“Do we need to wake her up?” Lu Yichen asked directly.
“I think we need to consider the attitude of the Baili Family!” Zhong Niangyao blinked and then suddenly chuckled, “I think there’s no point in being unsung heroes here. Moreover–”
A trace of obscurity flitted through Zhong Niangyao’s eyes. “What exactly happened back then? Is Baili Lele really my biological mother? And where exactly is Zhong Mingxin?”
“These questions, I feel, all need an answer!”
Lu Yichen nodded and then spoke, “To get these matters clear, approaching the Clan Leader of the Baili Family is the best option. I think he will be willing to tell us!”
“Oh?” Zhong Niangyao raised her eyebrows, a smile crinkling her eyes, “And how will you ask him? Just come out with it?”
Initially, it was said in jest, but Lu Yichen actually nodded seriously, “Yes! Just tell him your true identity straightforwardly.”
“Are you sure?” Zhong Niangyao frowned, expressing doubt, “You saw it today; when I brought up my Zhong surname, Baili Zhenhua’s complexion already looked quite bad. It’s clear that the Zhong Family is not welcome here. If I reveal my own identity, it’s uncertain if I can even get any information, let alone not being kicked out right at the next moment.”
“It won’t happen.” Lu Yichen asserted, “Indeed, you are from the Zhong Family, but at the same time, your body also carries half of the Baili Family’s blood.”
“The Baili Family values Baili Lele so much, you being her biological daughter, they will surely value you just as much.”
“That is just your conjecture.” Zhong Niangyao smirked and spoke, “What if things are not as you have guessed?”
“That doesn’t matter either.” Lu Yichen replied nonchalantly, “Even if they harbor hostility towards you, it won’t matter. Don’t forget we are still from the Special Department and they wouldn’t dare to send us packing. After all, without our leadership, the Baili Family would not be able to attend the exchange conference this time.”
“Of course, there’s another very important point: the Baili Family values Baili Lele and definitely wants to cure her. And this, you can achieve.”
“How do you know for certain I can do it?” Zhong Niangyao blinked, her tone teasing, “Maybe I don’t have such an ability!”
“Even if you can’t, I have a way to back you up.” Lu Yichen took Zhong Niangyao’s hand, his voice full of certainty, “As long as it is something you want to do, you can achieve it.”
Even if she truly couldn’t do it, he would find a way to make Zhong Niangyao succeed.
Although this last sentiment wasn’t said out loud, the implication was almost manifestly evident.
Instead of responding to Lu Yichen’s words right away, Zhong Niangyao changed the topic, “Baili Lele is now unconscious, and I’m afraid we won’t find out much tonight. Let’s go back first! If we take too long, it may stir up trouble.”
Lu Yichen knew Zhong Niangyao needed more time to think, so he did not urge her on.
Soon, the two returned to their lodging.
Afterward, they each went back to their rooms to rest.
The next morning, when Lu Yichen came out, he found Zhong Niangyao was already up early, now sitting on the outside corridor, gazing at the Baili Family’s landscape with deep eyes, as if pondering something or simply enjoying the scenery.
Lu Yichen approached slowly, embracing Zhong Niangyao from behind, his voice low and magnetic, “Why not rest a little longer? It’s early now, did you not sleep well?”