Chapter 2198

As expected, the news of Xiaoxiao waking up had a significant impact on Mu Xuri, completely cooling him down.

Ning Anran was even more convinced of her previous suspicion that Xiaoxiao’s incident was definitely related to him.

“Uncle, do you think… we should do something?”

She walked behind Mu Xuri, placing her fingers on his shoulder and massaging him.

From this angle and position, the old lecher wouldn’t be able to touch her.

Mu Xuri glanced up at her, a hint of caution in his eyes.

“You don’t need to do anything, just keep an eye on the situation over there.”

He paused and then asked, “Did Baili Xia find out you were eavesdropping?”

“Yes, I was outside and happened to be bumped into by Nangong Xu on his way back to the medical room.”

Mu Xuri’s expression turned cold. Ning Anran was discovered, meaning the medical room’s defenses would surely be strengthened.

This Ning Anran was really too careless, truly messed things up.

There was already a plan in place, and now, it would likely need to be re-devised.

Mu Xuri wanted to scold her but then reconsidered, realizing this girl still had some use.

After thinking it over, he said in a deep voice, “Be careful next time, don’t get caught again.”

“Okay.”

“You can go now. I still have some things to take care of.”

Ning Anran was eager to leave and immediately said, “Alright, contact me if there’s anything.”

The goal was already achieved, she just had to wait for the good show involving Baili Xia tomorrow.

Once Ning Anran left, Mu Xuri withdrew his gaze.

He picked up the phone and dialed that unsaved number again.

…

Baili Xia waited at Sihai Residence until evening for Mu Xiaojiu to return.

Upon entering the hall, he sat directly on the sofa.

His rugged features, high nose bridge, and bushy eyebrows showcased the masculine side of the man.

Yet, there were a few strands of red in his dark eyes, inevitably making one feel sympathetic.

Though Baili Xia had many things to say, when it came to words, she found herself unable to speak.

Uncle was already very tired, but these matters still required his attention.

Without him, there was no way to continue investigating Wen Yu’s situation.

Without him, Xiaoxiao might once again face danger.

“Were you waiting for me?”

Mu Xiaojiu’s deep gaze fell upon her face as he asked.

Baili Xia nodded, concern written all over her face, easily seen through by Uncle.

“Uncle, have you eaten?”

Judging by his appearance, he most likely hadn’t managed to eat.

Indeed, Mu Xiaojiu didn’t respond, which was an implicit confirmation.

“Give me a moment, I’ll make you some noodles.”

Baili Xia stood up and turned toward the kitchen.

Mu Xiaojiu watched her back, somewhat lost in thought.

This girl obviously had many things to say, but her first thought was to take care of him.

However, those words sounded a bit strange, easily reminiscent of sensual scenes.

Thinking of this, Mu Xiaojiu’s thin lips unconsciously curved slightly.

Listening to the occasional clattering of pots and pans from the kitchen, he seemed to have an illusion, as if he were in an ordinary household.

Love in simplicity, how many people longed for such a straightforward life.

A dozen minutes later, Baili Xia returned with a steaming bowl of noodles.

However, the bowl of noodles seemed very hot.

Baili Xia almost ran, rushing over to Mu Xiaojiu’s side.

Mu Xiaojiu raised an eyebrow and immediately shot off the sofa.

In the blink of an eye, he was already by Baili Xia’s side.

With a big scoop of his left hand, he took the bowl from her hand and pulled her into his arms with his right.

Baili Xia, not concerned about being held by Mu Xiaojiu, exclaimed out loud.

“Uncle, hurry and put it down, it’s hot.”