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She unlocked her phone and saw that it was Mei Xiawen calling. To see that someone was seeking her out while she was lonely was like being gifted a fire on a winters night, like a parched traveler seeing a fountain in the middle of a desertone one could refuse such kindness. Gu Nianzhi answered in a soft voice.

Mei Xiawen smiled on the other end of the line, Nianzhi, you went home? Did something happen?

Gu Nianzhi shook her head. Its fine now, I want to come back to campus.

Then Ill come pick you up. Mei Xiawen had woken up early to train and just finished eating breakfast when he realized he hadnt eaten with Gu Nianzhi in days, so he called her in a hurry.

Gu Nianzhi supported herself on the soundproof door of the shooting range in order to slowly stand up, her voice trembling slightly., I just got up, Ill call you after I have breakfast.

Mei Xiawen laughed as he agreed and hung up. Gu Nianzhi put away her phone and suddenly hesitated. If Huo Shaoheng had taken away all his belongings, should she move out too? The apartment was under Huo Shaohengs name and with the owner away, it wouldnt be proper if she squatted here. She was also about to graduate and wouldnt start her post-grad until next year, so she still had time to look for a summer job. With an income, shed be able to rent her own place and not have to worry about people barging in and taking things away. Gu Nianzhi was sulky and called Yin Shixiong.

Brother Big Xiong Gu Nianzhi said, did I wake you?

Yin Shixiong was in a meeting with Huo Shaoheng, Zhao Liangze, and a few essential members of the Special Operations Forces. Seeing that Gu Nianzhi was calling, he picked up right away and got up to leave the conference room.

Nope, Im already up. Yin Shixiong poked his head into the room to mouth Gu Nianzhi at Huo Shaoheng and let him know she was calling.

Huo Shaoheng didnt move an inch, and instead indicated that Yin Shixiong was to continue speaking with her.

The first phase of preparations for 6th Military Region is nearly complete; the funds and personnel are ready. General Huo Shaoheng, we should confirm the plans and report it. Zhao Liangze picked up a report from the printer and distributed it to everyone at the meeting.

Gu Nianzhi gritted her teeth and said to Yin Shixiong, Brother Big Xiong, Im at the apartment in the Fenya Precinct. All of Uncle Huos things are gone. Were we robbed? Should I call the police?

Oh?! No! Dont call the police! Yin Shixiongs forehead began to sweat, There there were no thieves! Who would dare rob your apartment?

My apartment? This isnt my apartment, Im just staying here. Gu Nianzhi stated calmly. She walked to the window.

So, if thats the case, then why are Uncle Huos things gone?

This its because Yin Shixiong had always been quick witted, but he was at loss for words now. He stammered for a while before finally saying, Arent you going to the Imperial capital for your post-grad, so we

Haha, yeah right. Brother Big Xiong, dont find some random excuse. You know that Im not going to the Imperial capital for my post-grad until next spring. Its fine, I dont have to worry now that I know we werent robbed. You know Uncle Huos things are confidential, itd be a disaster if they went missing. Uncle Huo takes cares of a thousand things a day. I understand and I wont give him trouble. Please tell him that Im moving out today.When she wanted to, Gu Nianzhi could speak with an even sharper tongue than Yin Shixiong, or even her uncle.

No! Dont move out! Yin Shixiong silver tongue was useless now. He quickly muffled the phone and poked his head into the conference room. General Huo, please come out for a second, its urgent. Huo Shaoheng didnt move and so he had no choice but to add, Its concerning Miss Gu.

Huo Shaoheng looked up at him, his expression indifferent. Thats your responsibility.

But she said shes moving out! Yin Shixiong was helpless. He had no choice but to blurt it out.

Huo Shaoheng remained silent, but Zhao Liangze had already faked a cough and patted the mouse heavily, What did I tell you?! We Special Ops cant be brusque with our work with civilians!

Huo Shaoheng ignored him and stood up from his seat. The black, heavy belt on his waist further accentuated his toned midsection. He put one hand in his pocket and held a cigarette in the other as he strode out with his long legs, the tall military boots tapping on the floorboards.

Yin Shixiong hurriedly repeated Gu Nianzhis words to him and complained quietly. I dont even know how to explain this to her! She thought the apartment was robbed and wants to call the police! See, I told you that you shouldnt move your things out, right? That was too excessive! The young lady couldnt take it and now shes talking about moving out

Moving out? Huo Shaoheng flicked the cigarette ash. Tell her that the apartment is now under her name, its hers. The deed is in the safe in the study. She knows the password.

Yin Shixiongs almost choked. He stammered, T-t-t-the house is now under Nianzhis name?

Jesus, this is a penthouse in the best area of the Fenya Precinct. With 160 square meters of living space and a current market value of at least five million yuanhe just gave it away to Gu Nianzhi?

Huo Shaoheng grunted. Also, the villa in Dexing Precinct, thats her dowry, but dont tell her yet.

He turned back towards the conference room and said before he left, Alright, convince her and Ill continue the meeting. He walked back.

Yin Shixiong watched Huo Shaohengs broad back in awe. The door to the conference room shut in Yin Shixiongs face with a thud. He stared at the door and almost crumpled to the floor.

This is truly the best guardian in the Empire, and our role model! Yin Shixiong thought in wonder.

Unfortunately he didnt have the ability to gift a penthouse apartment. He collected himself and picked up the phone, laughing in disbelief.Dont be angry, Nianzhi. Mr. Huo has business to take care off. Also, the apartment is under your name now, so it wasnt appropriate that he continued to live there. Thats why his things were moved. If you dont like living alone, you can stay at our base! You have a room here too, did you forget? Why do you have to move out?

Gu Nianzhi didnt expect this at all and was stunned. She reacted just like Yin Shixiong did and stuttered, W-w-w-what what did you say? This apartment is under my name?! This is Uncle Huos home! I cant take it!

I know. Mr. Huo said Yin Shixiong almost blurted out the truth and quickly changed topic: Mr. Huo completed the paperwork before he left on business, so go look in the safe in the study, the deed should be there. You know the password, right?

Gu Nianzhi grasped the phone, her voice shaking as she sputtered, II thought Uncle Huo didnt care about me anymore.

Why would he not care about you anymore? Yin shixiong was astounded. You forgot that you have a room in Mr. Huos quarters at the base too? If he really didnt care about you anymore, why did he make all these arrangements for you?

Hes even prepared a dowry, but its a shame that cant be revealed right now. Yin Shixiong sighed. He chastised Huo Shaoheng internally and again thought about how the General had overcomplicated what had been meant to be a simple thing. Gu Nianzhi was slumped against the heavy leather door again, and felt beyond ashamed. She had thrown a fit for nothing, gauging a gentlemans heart with her own pettiness. She raised her hand and slapped herself once, hard.

Nianzhi, what happened? Yin Shixiong heard a slap on the phone, as though someone had just been hit on the face. He became alert instantly. Did someone hit you?!

Gu Nianzhi spoke faintly, Its nothing. I just slapped myself.

Yin Shixiong gasped, How vicious! Nianzhi, you get so sad that you would even slap yourself!