LIGHTNOVELONLINE Chapter 60 - 60: I've Taken Your Woman
Chapter 60: I’ve Taken Your Woman
Translator: Dragon Boat Translation Editor: Dragon Boat Translation
Chen Rushi walked towards the hotel together. He was gentle and courteous. “Did you spend the whole night at the hospital? You look tired.”
Gu Ci reclined in her seat. “Why did you come to the hospital?”
“Give me some anti-inflammatory medicine,” Chen Rushi said honestly.
Gu Ci nodded but didn’t say anything. The hotel was right in front of her, and for some reason, her eyelids grew heavy. Gu Ci leaned back in her seat and fell asleep.
The car passed by the hotel without stopping.
Ji Chi spoke up, “Master Chen, please think twice.”
Chen Ru smiled, twirling his thumb ring. “I have considered your suggestion. If you like her, then fight for her. Why are you worried?”
Ji Chi smiled. “I’ve been getting to know Miss Gu Ci lately. She is composed and intelligent, so… it’s a pity.”
“What are you thinking?” Chen Ru looked at Gu Ci’s fair profile. “I’m just inviting Miss Gu Ci to dinner.”
Ji Chi shrugged. “It’s none of my business anyway.”
Ji Chi closed his eyes. In an instant, he wanted to do so many things, but he couldn’t do anything. He could inform Third Master or Young Master, but he couldn’t take any action.
Who was this round testing?
He had to make the best judgment and choice in a short period of time. Gu Ci’s life was of utmost importance.
What should he do?
If Third Master found out that Miss Gu Ci was missing, would he be able to focus on the competition in the afternoon?
If he was distracted and something happened, Third Master’s identity would likely be exposed. Chen Rushi only suspected Third Master’s identity but hadn’t confirmed it. Third Master had also arranged for a stand-in to handle important matters. No matter how much Chen Rushi could predict the future, he wouldn’t be 100% certain.
If anything happened to Third Master during the competition and his stand-in was exposed, his identity would also be revealed.
When Gu Ci woke up, she found herself in a European-style villa. Her sharp gaze pierced through the window screen, fixing on the floor. Gu Ci felt a dizziness overcome her. She sat up, her eyes slightly cold. Her phone had run out of battery. She looked out the window. It was a nearby villa area, sparsely populated, with a vast expanse of lawn stretching as far as the eye could see. Gu Ci glanced at the European-style wall clock. It was already 2:30 in the afternoon.
Lu Zhiyuan should be preparing for the competition.
Gu Ci descended the stairs. Chen Rushi sat in the hall, watching the race broadcast on television. On the screen, the racers were familiarizing themselves with the track and going through their pre-match preparations. Commentators were discussing each racer’s characteristics.
Lu Zhiyuan was still the favorite to win the championship.
“Cici, you’re awake. You can watch the race now.”
“I want to go to the venue,” Gu Ci stood by the sofa, looking calmly at Chen Rushi.
“I still want to treat you to dinner, Cici.”
“After the race, I’ll treat you to dinner, Mr. Chen.”
Chen Rushi smiled at her. Though he sat down, he exuded an air of dominance. Gu Ci understood. “Mr. Chen, are you trying to keep me under house arrest here?”
“After dinner, I’ll personally escort you back to the hotel.”
Gu Ci felt displeased and anxious. She hoped that Lu Zhiyuan wasn’t aware of her disappearance. “I need to make a phone call.”
Chen Ru continued smiling. “Rest well, Little Ci.”
“What exactly do you want?”
“Do you know the law of the jungle?”
“Survival of the fittest.”
Chen Rushi chuckled and said, “Yes, survival of the fittest. The whole world follows the law of the jungle. Competition is a life-and-death struggle.”
Gu Ci’s eyes turned cold. “You don’t know Lu Zhiyuan at all. He’s so focused on racing. What kind of hatred or grudge do you have that you want to kill him?” “You grew up with Lu Zhiyuan. You know him best,” Chen Ru smiled and asked. “If you go missing, do you think he’ll give up the race?”
“He won’t!” Gu Ci said softly. “Racing is his life.”
“Let’s wait and see!” Chen Ru said, being honest.
Gu Ci grew furious and walked out of the villa. Just as she reached the door, two bodyguards blocked her path. Gu Ci glanced at the guns bolstered at their waists and turned to face Chen Rushi. “Chen Rushi, did you approach me because of Lu Zhiyuan?”
“Yes and no!” Chen Rushi waved his hand, and the bodyguards stepped aside. Chen Rushi stood before her with a smile, his movements elegant, like a knight confessing his love in ancient times. “I must admit, I’m somewhat moved by you, Little Cici. You’re the most captivating girl I’ve ever seen.”
“You like me?” Gu Ci raised an eyebrow.
“You could say that!”
Gu Ci shook her head. “Chen Rushi, have you never been in a real relationship?” “I can learn from you.”
The corners of Gu Ci’s lips curled up, and her phoenix-like eyes were deep. “If keeping me under house arrest is your way of showing your love, then I don’t want it. I don’t need your confirmation to know that I’m captivating. You put on a gentle and courteous facade, but it can’t hide your cold and cruel nature. You’re truly pitiful. No one around you genuinely loves you.”
Chen Rushi suddenly reached out and grabbed Gu Ci’s chin. His grip was so strong that it felt like he wanted to crush her bones. A dark light flickered in his eyes. “Cici, there’s no benefit in angering me!”
Gu Ci met his gaze head-on. Chen Rushi then smiled and released his grip, pretending to be apologetic. “Cici, did it hurt? I’m sorry. I lost control for a moment. Be good and suffer less.”
He was like a twisted lover, seemingly gentle but sending chills down one’s spine.
“Pervert!” Gu Ci turned around and went upstairs. It felt as if she were being stared at by a venomous snake. Chen Rushi smiled as he watched her leave. He sniffed his hands, intoxicated by the lingering scent of Gu Ci’s skin.
Gu Ci closed the door behind her. There were two cameras in the corridor. Calmly, she searched the room for cameras, but she couldn’t find any. She listened carefully but heard nothing.
Chen Rushi viewed her as a stubborn and ignorant eighteen-year-old girl, so he wouldn’t be too cautious. Gu Ci stood by the window and looked downstairs. Security guards were patrolling the area.
Time ticked away. Gu Ci stood by the window, silently memorizing the guards’ changing routine. It was almost four o’clock. Gu Ci descended the stairs. Chen Rushi was still watching the race. Lu Zhiyuan appeared on the screen, already preparing to race. Gu Ci could only pray that Lu Zhiyuan didn’t know she was missing.
Indeed, Lu Zhiyuan was unaware of Gu Ci’s disappearance. He glanced at the VIP stands out of habit, searching for Zhou Jinjin. Zhou Jinjin was anxiously looking for Gu Ci. In the afternoon, she assumed Gu Ci was with Lu Zhiyuan and didn’t pay much attention. But when she couldn’t reach Gu Ci on the phone, she came to the venue. Chen Rushi and Ji Chi were absent from the stands, and so was Gu Ci.
Zhou Jinjin grew more anxious. Lu Zhiyuan was about to compete, and as a dedicated fan, she knew he had to stay focused and not be distracted. She went in search of Lu Zhiyuan.
On the track, Lu Zhiyuan’s team was inspecting the car. The Ferrari driver approached him to shake hands. As they crossed paths, the driver spoke in a low and deep voice, “Someone told me to tell you that he took your woman away.”
Lu Zhiyuan’s expression changed. “What do you mean?”
Li Jiang hurried over and whispered into Lu Zhiyuan’s ear. When the driver was about to leave, Lu Zhiyuan grabbed his racing suit, hostility burning in his eyes.. “Who took her?”