Chasing You Like a Tenacious Falcon

When the two of them showed up at Kong Mingze's hotpot restaurant late at night, Kong Mingze was utterly bewildered, his eyes reflecting a kind of innocent cluelessness.

He was busy in the kitchen, wearing an apron, when suddenly these two showed up!

What time was it even?

What was going on?

After escorting them to a private room, Kong Mingze took off his apron and sat down with them, asking, "What do you want to eat?"

Quan Zhisui replied, "Just something simple."

Now that the three of them were sitting together, she felt a sense of security.

At this moment, Quan Zhisui finally understood why Wei Shixu hung out with Kong Mingze.

After the adrenaline and anger had subsided, seeing Kong Mingze's silly demeanor was genuinely relaxing!

Pure friendship like this was one of the few sources of warmth in this city.

Kong Mingze asked, "Why have you two graced us with your presence so suddenly? My esteemed investor and distinguished VIC?"

Wei Shixu replied, "The illegitimate child is causing trouble again."

Kong Mingze flared up, "Is it that Zuo Zichen kid again? Hasn't he been beaten enough?"

Quan Zhisui chimed in, "Another one. This one's on a whole different level. Zuo Zichen almost had his eyes gouged out by that illegitimate child."

Kong Mingze was stunned, "Good heavens! How many illegitimate children are there? What on earth is going on? The Zuo Family is such a mess!"

Quan Zhisui rubbed her face and looked at Wei Shixu, "I have to thank you again today."

As soon as she said it, she regretted it. She was afraid Wei Shixu might say something like, "How are you going to thank me?" or "Give me a kiss," right in front of Kong Mingze.

Fortunately, Wei Shixu simply reassured her, "Don't overthink it."

The police and reporters had all been prepared in advance by Wei Shixu. All she had to do was send a text, and a swarm of people would immediately descend on the Zuo Family.

Originally, this was a contingency plan, just in case. But who would have thought that Quan Zhisui would need it on her second day back at the Zuo Family?

She took advantage of the situation to make certain things public.

Wei Shixu handed her his phone, "Here's the draft of the news article. Take a look. If it's fine, we'll polish it and publish it on the front page tomorrow."

Quan Zhisui skimmed through it and nodded, "No issues here."

Wei Shixu asked, "Are you ready?"

Quan Zhisui nodded, "I can't just sit back and do nothing. Zuo Zhiyu's secrets are tied to my mother, so I might as well reveal my identity. Someone will come knocking eventually."

Wei Shixu smirked, "Smart move, but this means you're entering the game now."

He knew Quan Zhisui had always wanted to stay out of the Zuo Family's affairs.

Quan Zhisui replied, "I won't be entering the game."

Her choice, from the very beginning, had always been to flip the board over!

Kong Mingze, who had been leaning on the table, looked at Wei Shixu and then at Quan Zhisui, utterly confused, "I don't get it. Whatever, you two rich kids have your drama. I'm just a nouveau riche, so I'll stick to eating hotpot."

The hotpot was quickly served, and the secret recipe broth was truly exceptional.

After entertaining the two for a while, Kong Mingze went back to the kitchen to help out.

Quan Zhisui finally relaxed and asked curiously, "Kong Mingze always says you're the investor. Did the Wei Family come up with this secret recipe too?"

Wei Shixu replied, "Actually, no. Kong Mingze came up with it when he was a kid. He sneaked into the kitchen and randomly threw in some seasonings, and by sheer luck, he created this."

Quan Zhisui tilted her head, "What?"

Wei Shixu chuckled, "He forgot what he added. His parents were so worried they beat him, then forced him to spend three days in the kitchen trying to recreate the exact mix."

Quan Zhisui remarked, "So Kong Mingze actually has a talent for cooking."

Wei Shixu nodded, "His palate is very sensitive. Back when I couldn't eat much because I felt nauseous, he would scour Liangxi Town for delicious food, which helped improve my appetite a bit."

Quan Zhisui asked, "Is the success of his family's hotpot restaurant also thanks to your help?"

Wei Shixu gave her a strange look, "Do I look like a nanny to you? Do I have to manage everything?"

Quan Zhisui: "..."

Wei Shixu continued, "I did provide the initial funding, but the restaurant's growth into a chain has nothing to do with the Wei Family. His parents run it well, and he helps out every weekend. It's all thanks to the gods of fortune."

By the time they finished the hotpot, it was already past midnight.

Kong Mingze, yawning, walked them to the door and waved, "Welcome back anytime."

Quan Zhisui: "..."

Wei Shixu smiled, "He's just tired from work."

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Wei Shixu asked softly, "Are you really not staying at my place?"

Returning to school on the weekend would be a hassle, requiring a call to report.

And it was already so late...

Quan Zhisui looked at him but didn't say anything.

Wei Shixu pressed, "What are you worried about?"

Quan Zhisui frowned, "I just think it's inappropriate to stay at a classmate's house. Your family is there, and it's already past midnight."

Wei Shixu raised an eyebrow, "There's no one else, just my grandfather. And he doesn't interfere with my affairs."

Quan Zhisui said, "It might disturb your grandfather."

Wei Shixu chuckled, "It won't. My home is a manor, not some small house like the Zuo Family's."

You could even have a dance party in your room, and no one would care.

Quan Zhisui: "..."

Wait, you call the Zuo Family's four-story above-ground, two-story underground mansion with an elevator and four large suites on each floor a "small house"?

Just how big is your home?!

But Quan Zhisui still shook her head, turning to look out the car window, "I still think it's not appropriate."

"Wei Shixu," Quan Zhisui spoke in the darkness, "I do have ulterior motives, but I keep my promises. I said I wouldn't touch you, and I won't."

Besides, he couldn't beat her anyway.

Quan Zhisui: "..."

Do you always have to be so direct?

She couldn't handle his bluntness!

Wei Shixu gestured to the driver without another word.

The driver immediately made a sharp turn, speeding toward the Wei Family Manor!

At the same time, in another car, Qian Cheng began making phone calls to arrange everything.

Everyone, get ready!

The young master is finally bringing a female classmate home to stay!

The entire Wei Family sprang into action, bustling with preparations.

At 2 a.m., Wei Jingsan was in the dining room sneaking a late-night snack, eating voraciously while playing a game on his tablet.

Then he noticed the lights outside turning on, and a flurry of activity reminiscent of a certain day last year.

"Qian Cheng," he called out.

Then he remembered that Qian Cheng wasn't around—he had gone out with his grandson for who-knows-what.

It was precisely because Qian Cheng wasn't there that he could sneak his snack so easily.

His health wasn't great, and Qian Cheng was very strict about his diet.

Wei Jingsan wiped his mouth and curiously peered downstairs.

Before long, he saw Wei Shixu's two cars pull up, and his cold, ruthless, and scheming eldest grandson stepped out, assisting a young woman.

Wei Jingsan: "!!!"

Well, well, the kid's finally showing his true colors, huh?

Had he locked up some girl in the house for some twisted fun?

Well, he was at that age, after all, with certain needs.

But starting off this extreme? Really?

Wei Jingsan's expression was a mix of emotions too complex to describe. He tossed his napkin aside in disgust and waved dismissively at the people around him.

"Get this out of here. I can't eat anymore—this is just sickening!"