Chapter 1993: Chapter 454: Cubao Kidnapped [2 Updates]
In the office:
Jian Ran and Gu Mochen were chatting affectionately.
Jian Ran knew that Gu Mochen would definitely be prepared for the mall issues and the reason he hadn’t returned to Yuncheng City was likely due to being held up in France.
"President Gu, President Zuo and Miss Zuo Wei wish to invite you for lunch today."
Jian Ran narrowed her beautiful eyes as she listened to Secretary Zhou’s respectful voice on the phone.
The name Zuo Wei sounded very familiar.
Looks like...
Ah, it’s that clueless French woman from that day.
It’s 6 o’clock in Yuncheng City now, and indeed it’s mealtime in France.
"Turn them down for me."
"But, President Gu, President Zuo has invited you many times already. Wouldn’t turning them down directly strain relations?"
Jian Ran listened to Secretary Zhou’s hesitant voice and roughly understood that in the business world, some social engagements are necessary.
"Hmm?"
Upon hearing Gu Mochen’s low, charming "hmm," Secretary Zhou dared not say any more.
"Yes, President Gu, I will decline immediately."
"Hmm."
...
"Why did you turn down the lunch appointment?"
Jian Ran continued, "Even if you don’t socialize, you still need to eat. Don’t skip meals and upset your stomach, okay?"
Listening to Jian Ran’s repeated reminders, Gu Mochen’s lips curved into a smile.
"Hmm, I know. President Zuo is a newly wealthy power broker in the law, using his connections with some political figures to aggressively try and form a partnership with the Gu Family."
"There could be cooperation, but I don’t want any dealings with Zuo Wei. Bringing a daughter along when discussing business... the intention is clear."
Jian Ran pursed her lips and immediately understood.
So that’s it.
This... is about something other than business.
"You’re in the country, and I don’t want you to worry or get jealous over these trivial matters."
Jian Ran: "..."
This man is so sly.
Being called out like that, Jian Ran’s face turned slightly red as she coyly replied, "Nonsense, I wouldn’t get jealous."
"Hmm?"
"I’ve got the washboard ready, Gu Mochen. You went out to eat and left your phone behind for some random woman to answer. Just wait till you get back, and see how I deal with you."
"Ha..."
The man’s pleasant voice leaked through his thin lips, making Jian Ran blush even more, her heart racing faster.
"Alright, I won’t keep you talking, I need to pick up Tang Bao from school."
"Hmm."
...
Jian Ran hung up the phone, still reluctant to take her eyes off the screen.
So attached, longing came in waves, just like the tide.
Little Cubao was still sleeping soundly. Jian Ran held the little guy in her arms before heading to the garage after tidying up.
Because of Little Cubao’s previous experience with a fever, Jian Ran was extra careful this time, fearing the little one might catch a cold again.
Jian Ran was driving while Jian Anguo sat in the back seat, holding the little guy.
They also picked up Tang Bao on the way. When Teacher Wu from the kindergarten saw Jian Ran, she came forward to ask, "Tang Bao’s mommy, is something wrong? The security in our class has noticeably improved today."
Hearing this, Jian Ran pursed her lips and reassured Teacher Wu.
"Mm, there’s actually nothing wrong, don’t worry. Tang Bao recently did some commercials, and Mochen and I were concerned that fame might attract fans to the school, increasing the school’s burden."
Jian Ran simply attributed it to Tang Bao’s recent commercial work.
When Teacher Wu heard Jian Ran say this, she was immediately relieved.
Looking at Jian Ran appearing so gracefully in front of her, Teacher Wu was still somewhat surprised.
This was the legendary Mrs. Gu.
She didn’t expect the famous Mrs. Gu and the Gu Family’s eldest daughter Tang Bao, Gu Xiran, to be working at her kindergarten.
"Got it, hehe..."
"Teacher Wu, how has Tang Bao been lately?"
"Great, all the kids in kindergarten like Tang Bao."
Hearing this, Jian Ran smiled slightly and seeing Tang Bao had impatiently hopped into the car, playing with Little Cubao, she spoke softly.
"Alright, then Teacher Wu, I’ll be off now. Thank you."
"Okay."
...
As Jian Ran got into the car, she saw Little Cubao babbling, and Tang Bao was leaning over to kiss Little Cubao’s cheek repeatedly.
Jian Ran couldn’t help but laugh quietly as she got into the driver’s seat, then heard Tang Bao speak gloomily.
"Mommy, when is Daddy coming back?"
Gu Mochen had been gone for three days, quite unusual for him under normal circumstances.
Seeing Tang Bao’s longing expression, Jian Ran softly asked, "Missing Daddy?"
"Mm-hmm."
Tang Bao nodded heavily.
Seeing the little girl’s dejected and hopeful expression, Jian Ran spoke softly.
"Daddy is busy in France."
"Can Mommy, Little Brother, and I go see Daddy?"
Jian Anguo looked at the little girl blinking her big eyes, a pleading expression on her face, and said, "Tang Bao, be good, Mochen will be back in a couple of days."
"Mm, alright."
Tang Bao pouted, nestled in Jian Anguo’s arms. Although she didn’t voice any objections, she was clearly feeling wronged.
Jian Ran watched the little girl’s unhappy demeanor, raised her hand to rub her forehead, and continued driving.
...
Back at the Gu Family house, after comforting the two children, Jian Ran looked at Jian Anguo and softly said, "Dad, recently Mochen will arrange for people to protect us and the children, so there will be someone outside the house 24/7 to ensure our safety."
"Alright, I understand. Ranran, is Mochen okay? I heard there was some trouble at the company this morning."
"He’s fine. Compared to usual matters, it’s a bit more serious, but there are basically no big problems. After all, Dad, all the Gu Family’s products meet national standards. We’ve done nothing wrong, so we’re not worried about the media or inspections."
"That’s good, it’s just that you two are about to get married and handle significant matters. Suddenly, this problem arises, so I’m a bit worried."
"Isn’t there a saying that good things take time? Dad, don’t worry."
"Alright."
After comforting Jian Anguo, Jian Ran had originally planned to work on some design drawings, but the two children at home kept her busy.
Jian Ran could only hold Little Cubao and accompany Tang Bao to watch cartoons.
Then she coaxed Tang Bao to sleep before bringing Cubao back to the bedroom.
Holding Little Cubao alone, Jian Ran looked at the smaller version of Gu Mochen in her arms and smiled, lowering her head to kiss Little Cubao’s forehead.
No choice, with the "old man" away, she could only wait for the "little man" to grow up.
Jian Ran smiled, holding Little Cubao warmly.
As she fell asleep so warmly, what Jian Ran thought of most was still Gu Mochen.
Missing him so much, just three days felt like an entire century had passed.
Jian Ran, you’re so hopeless.
...
The next morning, Jian Ran received a call from her assistant saying that the disturbances reported to the police yesterday had been nipped in the bud at the TV station and in front of the government.
Jian Ran smiled with satisfaction. It really seemed like a premeditated crime.
"Mm, I understand. Send people to continue following up."
"Alright."
...
Jian Ran got up, washed up, fed milk to Little Cubao, and Jian Anguo specially made fish soup for Jian Ran. Unable to refuse his hospitality, Jian Ran drank a big bowl, which finally satisfied Jian Anguo.
Little Cubao stayed home for Jian Anguo to take care of, while Jian Ran was responsible for taking Tang Bao to kindergarten.
A division of labor and cooperation.
Arriving at the Gu Family, Gu Mochen had arranged for people to protect Jian Ran, stationed outside the building.
Jian Ran quickly went into the design department to handle matters, raised a hand to rub her forehead, and called Gu Mochen’s assistant.
"Give me the list of companies in France that have conflicts of interest with the Gu Family."
"Yes, Miss Jian."
"Mm."
...
After hanging up, Jian Ran’s assistant quickly brought the list. Jian Ran quickly took out a tablet and opened French social news.
A miscarriage was confirmed to be a natural miscarriage of the pregnant woman.
A natural miscarriage is hard to pinpoint...now the pregnant woman is constantly shouting about jewelry radiation, causing public panic and escalating the issue.
Jian Ran frowned her beautiful brows. If anything happened to the Gu Family, which company outside would benefit from it? It’s impossible to tell just from these tables and documents.
Jian Ran slightly curled her lips and softly asked, "How’s the media situation in France now?"
"Mr. Gu has quickly arranged for people to control it, but each time Mr. Gu contains one incident, another breaks out."
Upon hearing this, Jian Ran squinted her beautiful eyes and slightly curled her lips.
"What about President Zuo? What do they mainly do?"
"I heard they’re in pharmaceuticals."
"Mm."
"Miss Jian, why did you suddenly ask about President Zuo?"
"Just feel like he’s sticking to Gu Mochen like a leech, doesn’t seem like a good person."
Jian Ran curled her lips, then softly said, "Continue to follow up on the situation with Secretary Zhou. Let me know if there’s anything, big or small, in the company. I’ll do everything I can to help Mochen with any problems."
"Alright, Miss Jian."
...
Jian Ran took a deep breath, the situation before her was somewhat messy, unable to sort it out at once.
After all, she didn’t know who was behind it.
The phone rang, and it was Jian Anguo’s call. Jian Ran quickly answered, softly saying, "Dad, what’s the matter?"
"Ranran, how’s Cubao doing now?"
Jian Ran’s beautiful eyes froze, and upon hearing Jian Anguo’s words, she instinctively replied, "Cubao has been at home. What kind of joke are you making, Dad? What’s the situation with Cubao? Why would you suddenly ask me about this?"
"Didn’t you just arrange for someone to come from the company to take him away? Said it was for feeding?"
Jian Ran: "..."
Jian Ran’s face changed, immediately paling at Jian Anguo’s words.
She hadn’t done such a thing.
"Ranran? Don’t scare me, you...did you arrange for someone to pick him up or not?"
Jian Ran: "..."
Knowing Jian Anguo wasn’t in good health, Jian Ran didn’t want to worry him, quickly calmed down, pressed her lips tightly, and said, "Mm, I arranged it...he’s with me, all is well, Dad, don’t worry."
"Okay, then I’m relieved, goodbye..."
"Goodbye."
Upon hanging up, Jian Ran immediately called her assistant urgently, saying, "Send someone home immediately to get the surveillance tapes."
