Su Ding quickly sat in front of the computer and opened the email.
The email read:
Mommy, Xiao Xi misses you so much. Can you reply if you see this? I want to know if you are doing well.
After reading it, Su Ding felt as if Xiao Xi were standing before her.
Her eyes felt a little sore. Her fingers hovered over the keyboard, typing a few characters then deleting them, her heart a complex mess.
She had said she would completely end things with the other side, but how could feelings be severed so easily?
After a long period of tossing and turning and hesitation, she finally typed a few words…
Xiao Xi, Auntie is doing well. Take good care of yourself from now on. If fate allows, we will meet again.
Send—
Su Ding let out a long sigh and quickly closed the email.
Past events could no longer affect her emotions. She had to immediately regain her composure.
At the same time, upon seeing the email, Xiao Xi jumped out of bed in surprise.
Mom had replied to him!
This meant Mom still cared about him, and Mom was safe.
He excitedly typed on the computer, investigating Su Ding's IP address and pinpointing its location…
Once the location was confirmed, he immediately began planning his escape!
…
After Su Ding got up to wash, she heard the QQ notification sound.
The familiar avatar in the bottom right corner was blinking. It was Devil!
Devil: [Heard you've arrived in the Southern Territory?]
Su Ding: [Yes, so when will you meet me?]
Devil: [Sorry, I can't get away from here. I'll contact you when I'm free.]
Su Ding: [How long will it take?]
Devil: [Hard to say. I'll do my best, okay?]
Devil: [Regarding your search for the Ouyang family, I hope you keep it confidential for now. This is also for your safety.]
Su Ding frowned. Why was everyone in the Southern Territory telling her to be careful?
Was this person deceiving her, or was he genuinely warning her?
Su Ding: [Why should I believe you?]
Devil: [You came to the Southern Territory alone because of me, so of course you believe me. Give me two days, and I will prove it to you.]
Two days…
Su Ding had no objections to this timeframe.
Su Ding: [Okay, I want to see your sincerity in two days.]
Devil: [You're quite cautious, you lass. Don't worry, take good care of yourself these days. You can also contact me if anything comes up.]
Looking at the words on the computer screen, Su Ding felt a strange sensation.
Why was this person speaking so intimately?
She found this person truly peculiar. Shaking her head, her gaze fell upon the gift bag on the table.
She picked it up and opened it.
Inside was an exquisite gift box. When opened, it revealed a set of gold jewelry.
Su Ding examined it closely. It was heavy, not light.
This was an expensive set of gold jewelry, a complete ensemble. Upon seeing the logo, she was stunned!
Wasn't this a brand under the Jin family?
Her heart stirred. She gently caressed the logo, recalling that Jin Ye had also given her a similar set.
Could the old man have a connection with the Jin family?
Thinking this, Su Ding immediately shook her head, thinking she was going crazy.
Seeing the old man's good family background, it was not unreasonable for him to have gold jewelry at home as gifts. It must be a coincidence.
In the afternoon, there was another knock at the courtyard gate.
Su Ding was truly puzzled. Why was everyone looking for her since arriving in the Southern Territory?
She went out to look. "Jiang Chu, why are you here?"
Jiang Chu smiled warmly, holding a bag of fruit. "We parted ways at the airport last time, and I only have time to see you now. How are you settling in?"
Su Ding nodded and invited him in.
"Is there something you need?"
"Let's go for a walk. The Southern Territory is a tourist city, wouldn't it be a waste not to explore?"
Jiang Chu was dressed casually, looking sunny and clean, truly like a tourist visiting the area.
Su Ding found his suggestion reasonable and smiled, saying, "Then wait for me, I'll change my clothes."
With that, she went upstairs.
She really needed to step out of her shell and see the outside world.
Jiang Chu drove her to a scenic spot, and they walked around the lake.
At noon, the two went to a nearby restaurant to eat.
As they entered, they heard melodious violin music, and their eyes were met with a European classical restaurant style.
Su Ding felt a bit uncomfortable.
"Don't you like it here?" Jiang Chu, noticing her discomfort, asked gently.
"No, it's quite peaceful here."
Su Ding sat down at a window seat and looked at the menu.
Jiang Chu chivalrously poured her tea. "I did some research beforehand. The environment here is good, and the food should be to your taste."
"Oh?" Su Ding raised an eyebrow and smiled lightly.
Admittedly, Jiang Chu was the epitome of grace and charm.
Being with him was truly like a spring breeze.
The two chatted and laughed, discussing people they both knew and future developments…
Suddenly, a splashing sound came from behind them!
"Yin Bo, wake up!"
The girl tried her best to control her voice, glaring impatiently at the man opposite her.
Su Ding glanced back slightly, thinking: Another tale of unrequited love and hate.
She sipped her tea, not wanting to get involved in the commotion.
The argument between the man and woman behind them continued…
"Yi Yi, don't be angry. I just want you to marry me soon. I love you, and it's okay if you don't agree, I'm willing to wait."
The man's heartfelt confession was met with the girl's merciless cold laugh.
"Yin Bo, you know I've always had someone else in my heart, right?"
"I, I know, but it's impossible for you two, and he has already..."
The girl abruptly interrupted, "He's changed, and he's coming back soon! I heard from Miao Miao about them. He's single now and will be back in a few days. I believe he'll definitely notice me this time!"
"Yi Yi..."
The man cried out in pain, his heart filled with jealousy at the thought of the man Yi Yi had admired for so many years.
The girl got up without any mercy. "Don't pester me anymore. I've only treated you as a substitute for him all these years. Now that he's back, I don't need you anymore."
"Yi Yi, you're not that kind of person. Don't leave me!"
The girl violently shook off the man's hand. "I am that kind of person. Don't look for me again."
Saying this, she picked up her bag and left.
Su Ding looked at the girl's receding back, frowned, and felt speechless.
Disliking him was understandable.
But to treat someone as a substitute and then abandon them when the original person returned, wasn't that going too far?
Next, she heard the sound of the man behind her sobbing and drinking.
Seeing Su Ding's slightly depressed expression, Jiang Chu smiled. "Let's eat, it'll get cold soon."
Su Ding nodded and continued her meal.
After lunch, Jiang Chu said mysteriously, "There's another place that's very characteristic of this area. Do you want to see it?"
"What place?" Su Ding asked curiously.
"An underground boxing ring."