I accidentally messed with a wealthy family, and my blind date was the CEO.

Pei Jingchuan stared at him, his eyes seemed to penetrate people's hearts.

"What a coincidence. I thought you were more interested in domestic affairs, uncle."

Gu Qiyang stood aside, silent, but his sharp eyes were also asking questions silently.

Pei Shangde was obviously at a loss by this sudden question. The corners of his mouth twitched, trying to stay calm.

"I...I just need some time to clear my mind."

Gu Qiyang walked out of the darkness with a hint of irony in his smile, "Maybe uncle wants to 'relax' forever?"

Pei Shangde's face suddenly turned pale. He knew that his plan had been exposed, but he still retorted forcefully, "You...you are slandering!"

Gu Qiyang took a step forward, and the document in his hand looked particularly dazzling in the moonlight. He unhurriedly unfolded the pages of tightly packed words and figures, as if unfolding a carefully planned drama.

"Uncle Pei, let's see, is this a 'relaxation' plan between you and Lin Yeken?"

Pei Shangde's eyes glanced at the documents, as if they were covered in frost, and a biting chill ran through his spine for a moment.

His legs weakened involuntarily, and he almost knelt down in front of Pei Jingchuan, his trembling voice mixed with fear and pleading.

"Jingchuan, I...I was coerced by Lin Yeken. Please...please spare me this time."

Pei Jingchuan's face was expressionless, and his eyes did not waver at all due to Pei Shangde's humiliation.

His voice was as cold as coming from the cracks in the ice, "Uncle, I have always respected you, but I didn't expect that you would choose this way to repay the Pei family."

Pei Shangde's forehead was pressed against the cold ground, and his voice became more subtle, like frost on dead leaves in winter.

"Jingchuan, I...I was wrong. Give me a chance, I am willing..."

Pei Jingchuan interrupted him coldly, "Uncle, you threw away your opportunity yourself."

As soon as he finished speaking, Pei Jingchuan had already dialed the police number and then hung up.

As the sound of sirens in the distance gradually approached and the police arrived, Pei Jingchuan briefly and clearly reported the basic situation and confirmed with the police that their accomplice Lin Yeken would be strictly investigated. After settling all matters, he left without looking back.

Pei Shangde slowly raised his head and watched Pei Jingchuan turn and leave. The figure was tall and cold, like a ruthless arbiter, deciding his fate.

Pei Jingchuan's steps were firm, and he did not look back. His voice commanded Gu Qiyang without any explanation, "Go back."

Their backs stretched out in the moonlight until they disappeared into the night.

The night was dark, Pei Jingchuan opened the door of his house and stepped into the warm and peaceful harbor.

Jiang Yuzhu was gently arranging the photos on the table. When she heard the movement, she raised her head, her eyes full of gentle concern.

"Back." Pei Jingchuan's voice became softer without realizing it.

Jiang Yuzhu chuckled, "Yes, is everything over?"

He nodded, "It's over."

She came over and gently put her hand on his shoulder, feeling warm. "No matter how late it is, there will always be a light on for you at home."

Pei Jingchuan turned his head slightly and looked at her, with a rare tenderness flashing in his eyes, "Thank you, Yu Zhu."

The next day, before the morning light penetrated the curtains, Jiang Yuzhu's eyes were as clear as before, and she gently gave instructions to Chen's mother.

"Jingchuan came back very late last night. He needs to rest quietly. Don't disturb him."

Chen Ma nodded, "Don't worry, Miss Yuzhu, I understand."

Jiang Yuzhu nodded slightly, then opened the door lightly and left quietly.

As the car drifted away, her heart seemed to be left in the peace and calmness of the Pei family, untouched by the disturbances from the outside world.

However, fate always seems to like to make a big move when people are least prepared.

On the familiar road leading to the hospital, an out-of-control car suddenly ran rampant. In an instant, the ear-piercing collision shattered the tranquility of the early morning.

Jiang Yuzhu felt a violent vibration spread throughout his body, and then darkness fell.

Her consciousness gradually returned, and she felt that she was lying in a dark room. There was an indescribable smell of medicine and humidity in the air, and the silence around her made her feel chilly.

With an unusually clear mind, she did not fall into panic, but tried to analyze the current situation.

Her voice was calm and steady, breaking the dead silence around her, "Where is this? Is there anyone there?"

For a long time, there seemed to be a slight movement next door, and then a hoarse male voice responded to her, "Are you awake? You are safe now, don't worry."

"Safe, this word seems so ironic when I am imprisoned." There was a hint of coldness in her tone.

"What is your purpose in kidnapping me?" The voice sounded again, with a hint of imperceptible bitterness.

"You misunderstood, we are not kidnapping you. This is protection."

"Protection?" Jiang Yuzhu's lips curved up with an imperceptible sarcasm, "In the context I understand, protection never requires people to lose their freedom."

After a moment of silence, the man seemed to be looking for the right words, "The situation here is complicated, and I can't tell you much now. But please believe that we have no intention of causing harm to you."

Jiang Yuzhu leaned against the wall. Although she was in a bad situation, her heart was still like a pool of autumn water without any ripples.

The people outside were silent, and then there was a sound of footsteps fading away.

The atmosphere in the police station was oppressive and solemn. Pei Shangde's voice penetrated the dullness and seemed particularly harsh, "Tell Pei Jingchuan that I want to see him."

A steady voice sounded, "What qualifications do you have?"

Pei Shangde raised his head, with a trace of cruelty hidden in his eyes.

"I'm just worried that my people might...be too overwhelmed and cause irreparable consequences."

The man snorted coldly, "Who else do you think you can threaten?"

The smile on Pei Shangde's lips became even wider, "I'm not threatening anyone, I'm protecting my niece-in-law, Jiang Yuzhu."

The atmosphere in the police station suddenly became tense. Pei Shangde continued, "The daughter-in-law of the Pei family is fair and beautiful. If something goes wrong, wouldn't it be a huge loss?"

"What do you want?" The steady voice was a bit impatient.

There was a glimmer of success in Pei Shangde's eyes, "Let me go abroad. I guarantee that Jiang Yuzhu will be safe and sound."

In the Pei family's study room, Pei Jingchuan's expression remained the same as before, without any disturbance.

When he received the call, the pen in his hand paused slightly, and his voice was low and calm, "What did he say?"

Pei Shangde's request came from the other end of the phone, and a cold light flashed in Pei Jingchuan's eyes, "Tell him that the Pei family does not use threats as currency for transactions."

After hanging up the phone, Pei Jingchuan stood up suddenly, and his gown flew through the air with his movements, bringing with it a dull sound of wind, as cold as his current state of mind.

"Gu Qiyang." His voice was almost like a knife, "mobilize manpower immediately and find Yu Zhu at all costs."