Chapter 758: Chapter 745: Visitor on a Snowy Night (Part 3)
"Regarding what just happened, I, Liu, feel the need to apologize and explain to everyone here. In fact, I wasn’t a hundred percent sure that Yao Ruyi was the one who rescued me at the gunfight scene. The reason for my wrong judgment was mainly because I was contacted by the other party after escaping the scene. During that time, I did suspect their true intentions, but after they accurately answered several of my intentional questions, I let down my guard. Especially when I saw on the surveillance that they indeed came alone, I became more convinced that they were the ones who saved me. I deeply apologize for this because my carelessness and blind faith almost endangered you, Captain Xu..."
"Sigh!" Old Xu raised his hand, interrupting Liu Fugui: "Mr. Liu, there’s no need to continue with that. From Xu Renjie’s perspective, you saved my life in a difficult time. Without you, Old Xu might have been up there drinking with King Yama. It’s not that I suspect you have any dealings with Yao Ruyi or question your honesty. This matter is significant, and I must understand the other party’s intentions to prevent them from taking further action.
"Yes, Mr. Liu, there’s no man without faults; who hasn’t misjudged at some point? The incident earlier was something neither of us could have foreseen. If there’s blame, it’s on the other side for being so despicable and for concealing it too well. Also, Old Xu is right, we’re only asking you because the matter is grave. Please don’t take it to heart." Old Lin’s tone really shows the potential of a counselor.
Liu Fugui smiled calmly: "Captain Xu, Old Lin, what are you saying? This matter started because of me and almost dragged the villa into trouble. Now you’re apologizing to me, making me feel ashamed."
"Hehe, alright, let’s put this matter aside for now. Mr. Liu, how’s your leg?" Old Xu didn’t want to get entangled in this pointless topic and shifted the conversation to Liu Fugui’s leg.
The latter’s leg was faked for acting purposes, with no real issue. But since Old Xu brought it up, he could only feign some pain, gently touching his leg, "It’s nothing serious, probably just twisted it when I fell just now. It’ll be fine in a bit."
"Sigh, we can’t be careless with this. Shen Lian, go call Zhang Zhicai down and let him check on Mr. Liu. See if any ointment is needed."
"Yes!" Shen Lian immediately took the order and ran upstairs.
"Old Lin, really, I’m fine. No need to trouble everyone over me." Liu Fugui looked genuinely troubled.
"Hehe, Mr. Liu, we’re not worrying for nothing. The villa could face a battle at any time, and every person is indispensable. So if Mr. Liu can recover quickly, it means we have a better chance in combat. You must understand that accepting treatment isn’t just for yourself, but for everyone."
"Hahahah!" Liu Fugui leaned back laughing, "I didn’t expect it, Mr. Liu, you’re quite persuasive. Given your words, I really have no retort. Alright, I’ll obediently accept treatment."
"That’s the spirit!"
"Dad!" Liu Yunpeng hurriedly bounced down the stairs, calling anxiously, "Are you alright, Dad!"
Seeing the panicked Liu Yunpeng rushing over, Liu Fugui smiled and said, "Son, I’m sitting here just fine. What could be wrong?"
"No, Dad, I heard upstairs that someone came from outside and you, along with Captain Xu, were outside, followed by two gunshots. I was so worried something happened to you. I wanted to come down, but the people upstairs wouldn’t let me. How are you? Are you hurt? Don’t hide it from your son!" Liu Yunpeng seemed skeptical of Liu Fugui’s words, worrying that he might hide an injury to prevent concerns, so he began checking him over.
This gave Liu Fugui a perfect opportunity to act. Naturally, he didn’t miss it. When Liu Yunpeng’s hands touched his right leg, Liu Fugui exclaimed exaggeratedly, "Ouch."
At the same time, his face winced just right. Anyone would believe that his right leg was severely injured.
The innocent Liu Yunpeng thought his recklessness had caused his father’s pain, quickly apologizing, "Dad, I’m sorry, I didn’t know you were hurt there. Did I hurt you bad? Is it a bullet wound? Let me see!"
His son’s concern in ignorance of the circumstances made Liu Fugui satisfied internally. He silently praised himself for acting well and added, "Yunpeng, Daddy’s really fine; it’s just a sprained foot. Captain Xu has already called a doctor for Daddy. Don’t worry about Daddy anymore."
"Old Xu, after all, the earlier situation ended without danger. I think it’s about time for a meal. I’ll tell Wei Yang to prepare the food, and once Xiao Zhang treats Mr. Liu’s leg, we can start eating."
"Alright, Old Lin, I’ll go with you. Today, we’ll have to ask Xiao Wei to make a few more dishes to welcome Mr. Liu and them."
Liu Fugui didn’t feel comfortable letting them do so much for him and Yunpeng, so he quickly said, "Ah, Captain Xu, Mr. Lin, please don’t mind us. It’s tough to gather supplies these days. Some simple food’s enough to fill our stomachs."
Old Lin whispered conspiratorially into Liu Fugui’s ear, "Mr. Liu, Old Xu is notoriously stingy about food. It’s a rare occasion to have a grand meal thanks to you. You can’t deny us a chance to reward our stomachs."
Liu Fugui replied, somewhat speechless, "Hehe, alright, alright, Mr. Lin, I give in. Whatever you arrange today, I’ll follow. Happy now?"
Driving in such snowy weather with powerful engines is extremely hazardous.
However, Yao Ruyi and his people couldn’t worry about that now. The driver was flooring the accelerator, though even then it felt like the car was crawling along like a tortoise, struggling to pick up speed.
It’s been about five minutes since they left the villa, and Yao Ruyi and company were focused on fleeing ahead, fearing pursuit.
During the driving time, apart from their own vehicle’s engine noise, they heard no other disturbances around.
"Hey, damn it, stop!" A weak voice from the back seat urged again, "Why run, damn it, look back and see if anyone’s following!"
Yao Ruyi lowered the window and glanced back, only to be blasted back by the blizzard every two seconds.
But it did seem that there weren’t any pursuers, which slightly calmed their tense nerves.
"I ask you, Yao Ruyi, what happened just now that you opened fire? Didn’t Mr. Liu come?"
"He did, but there was someone beside him holding him hostage."
"Hostage? Are you sure? Then you just opened fire?"
Feeling sheepish, Yao Ruyi nodded, "Yes, it was snowing heavily, and I was worried there might be an ambush, so I..."
"Damn it, an ambush my ass! Can’t you think for a moment before shooting when someone’s with you? What the heck did we come here for?"
