Jiang Huai said in surprise, "Young Master, we found her. Jiang Nuan went to the Li family."
Han Yifan stood up abruptly and said angrily, "Prepare the car."
"Yes, Young Master." Jiang Huai breathed a sigh of relief.
They had finally found Jiang Nuan. If they could bring Jiang Nuan back this time, it would ease the Young Master's condition.
At the Li family's residence, He Junshu had prepared over a dozen dishes, serving up the favorites of Mu Jiuchen and Jiang Nuan.
Having met yesterday, they felt less awkward today.
Mu Jiuchen's "Mom" allowed He Junshu to sleep soundly without dreams, the most peaceful night she had had in years.
This morning, the couple had gone to the supermarket to buy ingredients for breakfast.
For the couple, seeing their long-dreamed-of son was enough to make them happy.
This large table of dishes was all personally prepared by the couple.
After many years, Mu Jiuchen felt a warmth in his heart as he ate the food made by his mother.
He ate a lot of it to show his appreciation.
Li Zhenting and his wife watched with joy in their hearts.
After lunch, Jiang Nuan requested to use the laboratory of Li Yanheng. Li Zhenting did not refuse, and the couple personally escorted Mu Jiuchen and Jiang Nuan to the laboratory.
Jiang Nuan went to refine the medicinal pills, while Mu Jiuchen, Li Zhenting, and He Junshu waited for her in the lounge outside.
Li Zhenting had wanted to take this opportunity to have a good chat with Mu Jiuchen, but Mu Jiuchen was busy and kept receiving phone calls.
Li Zhenting's sharp ears caught mention of the Han family.
He looked at his son's tall and upright figure, as steadfast as a pine tree, standing tall and unyielding.
Recalling the news he had seen before lunch – the sharp drop in Han Corporation's stock, and the subsequent issues with its branch companies – and then looking at his busy son, he finally understood what was happening.
In the business world, Mu Jiuchen was unparalleled.
Over the years, knowing his son's capabilities, he had often heard about Mu Jiuchen's brilliant achievements in upper-class circles. Every time he heard of them, he felt immense pride; that was his son.
Even though he hadn't grown up by his side, he had grown up exceptionally well.
He Junshu looked at her son's back and then smiled at her husband, "Zhenting, both our sons are outstanding."
Li Zhenting nodded, "Yes, very outstanding."
Li Zhenting felt content with his life.
Truly content!
It was only that Junshu had suffered over the years.
With successive incidents at Han Corporation, Han Yifan sat in the car, giving orders and waiting for Jiang Nuan to emerge from the laboratory.
Mu Jiuchen's pressure on Han Corporation was indeed like harvesting leeks, but for the Han family, it was not enough to threaten the foundation of their business.
Han Yifan still sat calmly in the car, his lone and cold gaze devoid of any light, only a dimness.
Jiang Huai, sitting beside him, was flustered, not daring to breathe loudly.
He waited for Han Yifan's command.
After a long while, Han Yifan finally spoke, "Investigate the relationship between Li Zhenting, Jiang Nuan, and Mu Jiuchen."
"Ah..." Jiang Huai was startled. Why investigate these things?
Ever since the Young Master brought Jiang Nuan back, he had changed completely.
"What 'ah'? Do I have to say it a second time?" Han Yifan suddenly flared up, his voice like thunder. His unpredictable temper made Jiang Huai falter, not daring to retort.
"Young Master, I'll investigate right away." Jiang Huai trembled as he left.
Han Yifan's impatience grew. He closed his eyes, trying to banish the extraneous thoughts that were affecting his emotions.
However, the more he tried to do so, the clearer Mu Jiuchen's provocatively handsome face appeared in his mind.
He shook his head in annoyance. It was only when Jiang Nuan's beautiful face occupied his thoughts that he felt much more comfortable.
Mu Jiuchen finally finished his call and sat back in his seat, feeling a bit parched.
Just as he was looking for something to drink, a cup of water suddenly appeared before him. The hand holding the teacup was fair and showed faint tendons, long and handsome.
Mu Jiuchen glanced at the owner, took the water, and said faintly, "Thank you," before drinking it down.
Mu Jiuchen did not have many feelings for this unfamiliar father.
He had a father when he was young, but he had never felt paternal love.
It seemed that without that blood connection, he could never truly like him. Mu Yunxiao had always spared no effort for Mu Sichen.
Li Zhenting looked at him and asked, "Are you very busy?"
Mu Jiuchen replied, "A little."
The father and son fell silent.
He Junshu sensed the awkwardness between them and felt helpless.
"Xiao Jiu, have the children gone to school yet?" Thinking of the three children, He Junshu's heart softened even more.
Mu Jiuchen said, "Yes! They attend MJ Elite Academy. With their talent, the three siblings can graduate from university before the age of ten."
When talking about his children, Mu Jiuchen was very proud!
Li Zhenting and He Junshu exchanged a smile, having to admit the saying that the student surpasses the master.
The conversation about the children helped to ease the atmosphere.
He Junshu asked some questions. Although Mu Jiuchen's expression was indifferent, he still patiently answered his mother's questions.
Li Zhenting could see that although he was outwardly cold, his heart was not. Someday, he would accept him as his father.
Two hours later, Jiang Nuan emerged with the extracted medicinal agents. She stood in the sunlight, holding a glass vial of the agent up to the light. There were two tubes of light blue and two tubes of brown, very clear and free of impurities.
Jiang Nuan chuckled, marveling at her excellent skill!
She drank one tube of the facial medicinal agent. It was so bitter that her eyebrows furrowed.
"So unpleasant," she muttered after finishing it. She then drank another tube of the brown one, which was even more bitter and had a strong aftertaste.
After waiting for about fifteen minutes, the last few tubes of medicinal agents were ready.
She placed the agents into a protective casing, checked to ensure nothing was missed, and then left the laboratory.
Upon exiting, she saw the family of three sitting and chatting harmoniously. Jiang Nuan felt that Mu Jiuchen's acceptance ability was quite good.
It was no big deal; as long as one was alive, all hardships could be overcome. Life was short, and living in harmony was the best reward.
"Finished," Mu Jiuchen said, standing up and looking at Jiang Nuan as she emerged.
"Yes, finished." Jiang Nuan handed the agent case to Mu Jiuchen, saying, "Hold this carefully."
Mu Jiuchen gripped it tightly, "Okay!"
Jiang Nuan looked gratefully at Li Zhenting and his wife, "Chairman, Madam, thank you. We can leave now."
He Junshu smiled and stood up, looking at her excellent daughter-in-law. Knowing that Xiao Jiu would have someone to accompany him who understood his warmth and emotions would put her mind at ease.
"Alright!" He Junshu smiled as she walked towards Jiang Nuan, her shoulder brushing against hers as they walked out.
"Nuannuan, is your body alright?" He Junshu looked at her with concern. She had been very weak when she fainted.
Jiang Nuan replied, "Madam, please don't worry. I have already developed medicinal agents, so there shouldn't be too many problems."
She trusted herself, even if she didn't trust others.
As they were about to get into the car outside, Jiang Nuan heard someone call her from behind.
"Nuannuan."