C25 Another Kiss!!

Zhang Chen was overcome with a sense of helplessness.

Ouyang Zhe chuckled lightly, leisurely pulling out his phone and casually playing with it.

Zhang Chen was taken aback.

Just moments ago, he had been the epitome of elegance. Now, this seemed downright impolite.

But in no time at all, Ouyang Zhe looked up, still smiling, and said, "This is Zhang Chen, the Lin family's son-in-law. He's quite well-known in Ningzhou. How did he end up being your husband?"

Zhang Chen's pupils shrank in surprise.

They had only been introduced minutes ago, and Ouyang Zhe had already dug up his background?

Suddenly, Zhang Chen realized that Ouyang Zhe was more than he appeared.

"I have nothing to hide. You could find out easily enough. He's my junior brother, involved with the Lin family only for certain tasks."

"We've been married for quite some time."

Lau Qingyue spoke without concern, telling the truth.

She was aware that any lie would be uncovered upon investigation.

Zhang Chen's mouth twitched involuntarily.

Childhood events counted too?

Ouyang Zhe maintained his gentle smile and said, "Come on, Qingyue, there's no need for games. Feelings can develop over time. There's no need to lie to me, especially when you know I can't uncover the truth."

"You think I lied to you?"

Lau Qingyue gave a bewitching smile and turned to face Zhang Chen.

A sense of foreboding washed over Zhang Chen. Before he could gather his thoughts, a captivating scent invaded his nostrils!

Damn it!

Zhang Chen's eyes went wide as he found himself on the receiving end of another forceful kiss!

He felt a chilling presence suddenly envelop the room.

Zhang Chen was alarmed.

He glanced over to see Ouyang Zhe's smile fading. Ouyang Zhe reclined in his chair, casually crossing his legs.

Zhang Chen's brow furrowed.

Ouyang Zhe was definitely not to be underestimated.

"You know my character. Do you believe me now?" Lau Qingyue asked, her tone indifferent.

"I believe you," Ouyang Zhe answered, smiling, though his eyes betrayed a sharp intensity.

"Good, you may go now," Lau Qingyue said icily.

Ouyang Zhe's eyebrows lifted as he responded earnestly, "Qingyue, you must realize this isn't in your best interest. And after all, some things are uncertain, wouldn't you agree?"

Zhang Chen was left bewildered by his words.

With a seductive smile, Lau Qingyue said, "If I had the courage to let him appear, do you really think I'd be scared?"

Ouyang Zhe's grin grew more pronounced.

Meanwhile, Zhang Chen couldn't shake an ominous feeling that crept into his heart.

Lau Qingyue went on, "The Ouyang family is formidable, indeed, but you still don't fully grasp who I am."

A flicker of doubt crossed Ouyang Zhe's gaze.

After a pause, Ouyang Zhe chuckled, "Rest assured, it won't be long before I completely understand you and yours."

Lau Qingyue nodded, "I await that day."

"Farewell."

With that, Ouyang Zhe rose to his feet, his face a blank slate.

As he was about to leave, he paused, turning to Zhang Chen with a smile, "We'll meet again."

Those words stirred an unsettling fear within Zhang Chen.

Ouyang Zhe departed.

It took a while before Zhang Chen's heart found peace again.

What did he mean by that?

Puzzled, Zhang Chen inquired, "Fourth Sister, who exactly is he?"

Lau Qingyue shook her head, her smile warm, "Little brother, since Third Sister found you, your time to grow has been limited."

"There's so much you don't know, and I can't reveal it to you. All I can say is that you carry a heavy burden."

The cryptic nature of Lau Qingyue's words sent a wave of anxiety through Zhang Chen.

It was as if he was on the verge of losing something vital, and it pained him.

Lau Qingyue wrapped her arms around him, her voice soothing, "But don't worry. With your sisters' protection, you'll have plenty of time to mature."

"Your first task, the one our master assigned you, is to grow within the Lin family."

Zhang Chen's confusion deepened.

Grow within the Lin family?

Suddenly, he felt enveloped by a massive secret, one that everyone seemed privy to except him.

"Alright, I need to get back to work, and you should head back as well," Lau Qingyue said softly, patting Zhang Chen's shoulder.

Lau Qingyue's soft side would only emerge in the presence of Zhang Chen.

"Okay."

With a sense of resignation, Zhang Chen stood up.

Together, they descended the stairs and stepped outside, where Zhang Chen realized that Loong San had been waiting for them at the entrance.

Zhang Chen got into the car and drove away, Lau Qingyue's gaze lingering on him as he departed.

During the drive back, Zhang Chen mulled over the issue Lau Qingyue had brought up. Despite racking his brain, he couldn't come up with any leads.

Upon returning to the hotel, Zhang Chen headed directly for Lin Zhiqing's room.

He used his room card to enter.

Lin Zhiqing was asleep. Opting not to turn on the light, Zhang Chen settled onto the sofa.

With Godly Doctor Qingyue's situation resolved, Old Master Lin's life was out of immediate danger.

But as for Lin Junkai's situation...

Zhang Chen sighed quietly and reclined on the sofa.

Glancing at the bed, his gaze abruptly solidified.

Where was Lin Zhiqing?

In a flurry, Zhang Chen leapt up and flung back the covers, only to find Lin Zhiqing was not there.

A sense of foreboding washed over him, and he dashed towards the door without a second thought.

However, as he passed the bathroom, the door suddenly swung open!

A chill swept over him.

Zhang Chen's heart lurched.