Chapter 1709

However, it’s good to let Mu Xuri know that she suspects him.

If he’s guilty, when being suspected, he might do something to cover up his crime.

Her only concern now is her grandfather; she doesn’t really care about herself.

Mu Xuri wants to deal with her, she absolutely won’t be afraid!

…

Mu Xiaojiu might have gone out on business; he didn’t come back for dinner.

Baili Xia also doesn’t know how to face him; last night, he proposed to her.

Although his attitude was indescribably domineering, she knows this man doesn’t joke around.

When he talks about marriage, it must be real.

Now, she really doesn’t want to face him; marriage…

she doesn’t even dare think about it.

After dinner, with nothing to do, Baili Xia returned to her room, showered, and started studying hacking techniques.

The techniques taught by Mu Xiaoyao always seemed useless before, but now she realizes she learned very little.

These skills are always useful; learning another skill has no downside.

Mu Xiaojiu only returned to Sihai Residence when Baili Xia was about to fall asleep.

As soon as he entered the room, Baili Xia could clearly feel the cold chill emanating from him.

She doesn’t know why, but he’s upset.

But Baili Xia was too lazy to bother; she turned and wanted to head to the big bed.

Mu Xiaojiu quickly stepped forward, grabbed her hand, and pulled her back.

Gently embraced in his arms, Mu Xiaojiu placed one hand on the hair at the back of her head, pressing lightly.

She didn’t know what he was thinking, but it was clear he was suppressing his anger.

Finally, when he had completely quelled his anger, he gently released her.

“Why did you provoke him?” The deep voice spilled from his mouth.

Baili Xia’s body stiffened, and she instantly understood why he was so angry.

So, it was all because of her.

Despite being reluctant to accept Mu Xiaojiu, Baili Xia could feel that even though he was angry, he never intended to blame her.

Mu Xiaojiu’s attitude towards her has truly changed; he was the least considerate of others’ feelings before.

Now, does he know how to care for her?

But is it meaningful to improve now?

“I approached him just to ask a few questions.” She explained flatly.

“Then what did you find out?”

Baili Xia looked up at Mu Xiaojiu; at such close distance, it had been a long time since she’d properly observed him.

He’s still so handsome, but there’s a trace of fatigue amidst his charm.

She steadied her thoughts and raised her hand, gently pushing Mu Xiaojiu’s chest.

Mu Xiaojiu didn’t stop her, allowing her to gain a bit of distance, but he didn’t completely let go of her either.

“I didn’t find out anything, but…

what does that prove?”

“When your father had his accident, Mu Xuri was the only one present.

Why have you never suspected him?”

Baili Xia’s eyes suddenly clouded with mist, her voice rising somewhat.

Perhaps because she brought up these matters directly in front of Mu Xiaojiu, her emotions became a bit agitated.

She had endured these matters for a long time, never mentioning them to anyone.

But she’s truly worried; if she finds nothing about this case…

Or if someday Mu Xuri targets her too, then her grandfather will never have the chance to clear his name.

Mu Xiaojiu looked down into Baili Xia’s eyes, noting the hint of mist, an unconscious pang of hurt deep within.

Yet, his gaze remained cold; whenever this matter was mentioned, no matter how much he sympathized with her, he couldn’t erase his hatred towards Baili Yang.