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Im so scared, what if we end up dying here? I dont want to die here.

Jin Qingyue burst into tears, which streamed down her face uncontrollably like a tap.

An Xiaonings mind was in such a turmoil that she could not think straight. To make matters worse, she had to suffer the stench of urine and tolerate Jin Qingyues constant wailing.

They struggled to survive as time crawled by, with each passing minute feeling like an hour of endless torment. They continued to hope for a chance to escape, without any idea of what awaited them.

Having borne a strong hatred towards An Xiaoning since forever, Chi Ruier was over the moon upon receiving the news of her abduction.

Someone had already dealt with An Xiaoning before she had to. It seemed to her that An Xiaoning had offended too many people.

However, she was unsure why Jin Qingyue was taken away too.

Just as she was celebrating the good news, Gu Dongcheng entered.

She quickly stopped smiling and pretended to be worried as she said frantically, Ive seen everything on the news, I cant believe such people actually exist. I wonder how Xiaoning is doing.

Nothing must happen to her. Our family is going to be doomed should anything happen, Gu Dongcheng said with a sigh as he laid onto the bed.

You guys and Jin Qingyan are rivals in business. Does her existence really matter? Ive always been curious about this, actually. Why did your family acknowledge her as one of you? Her name is even included in your family historical record, and your address is also registered as her home in her registry account. Why is that so? Chi Ruier asked.

Not wishing to reveal much, Gu Dongcheng answered, For a very important reason, of course. Shes someone who matters a lot to our family.

Hey, feed my curiosity. Id really like to know the reason, she urged, cozying up to him.

My grandfather mentioned while he was still alive that she could save our family in the future, Gu Dongcheng explained briefly.

Save your family? Are you kidding me? I reckon she cant even save herself, can she? Your grandfather mustve been manipulated and fooled by her tricks, Chi Ruier scoffed.

Its not like that. Dont jump to conclusions if you dont know anything about these, Gu Dongcheng said sternly.

Chi Ruier was not in the least bit convinced that An Xiaoning was capable of saving the Gu family. Besides, given their powerful status and wealth, why would they need the help of a small fry like An Xiaoning?

Absolute ridiculousness! Or so she thought.

Has there been any news from the abductors?

Its not an abductor, theyre just hitmen hired by an anonymous person to kill Jin Qingyan. But, I reckon they must have a hidden agenda for taking Xiaoning and Jin Qingyue away, said Gu Dongcheng.

Theyre planning to kill Jin Qingyan? Chi Ruier asked in astonishment.

Yes. Didnt you see how many bodyguards Jin Qingyan had been bringing with him everywhere recently? Hes been really stringent and uptight about tightening security, so much so that the hitmen have probably picked on an easier target, to begin with. Were not concerned about Jin Qingyue, we just need An Xiaoning to stay alive, Gu Dongcheng answered as his head began to ache.

You may not care, but the Jins will definitely be concerned. Im hungry, Im going to get something to eat, said Chi Ruier, putting on her shoes.

Didnt you mention over the phone just now that youve just had your meal?

Yes, but Im hungry again, Chi Ruier answered, turning around to grab a snack.

Moments later, Chi Ruier returned with some snacks, a milk beverage, and some fruit. Upon seeing how much food she had brought, Gu Dongcheng remarked, Do you plan on stuffing yourself silly, such that youll become as fat as a pig?

Mind your words, I just think I was too skinny before, so Im trying to gain some weight. Wouldnt you enjoy touching me more if I get chubbier? Im sparing a thought for you! Chi Ruier retorted, glaring at him.

Gu Dongcheng sat up straight and said in response, Youre going to become obese at the rate youre eating, with no exercise at all. Its time you move about daily, its not good for women to be too chubby. Youll risk suffering from hormonal imbalance.

You really know your stuff, eh? I have to eat more since Im in a great mood today, said Chi Ruier, shoving a snack into her mouth.

Do whatever you please. He stood up and prepared to leave.

Where are you going?

Out to handle some matters.

Chi Ruier lifted her clothes to peek at her growing baby bump. What she had to focus on doing now was to make Gu Dongcheng devote to her completely and get married after.

She had already begun hatching a plan to get him to marry her.

Having already bribed the doctors and nurses at the hospital, she was confident that she could execute her plan seamlessly.

The position of the Eldest Young Madam of the Gu Family was hers to keep!

He received a new text message the day after.

It read: Getting impatient, huh? Your wife and sister are right here in front of me. Jin Qingyan, pick one, their lives are in your hands. Im afraid youre going to have a hard time deciding. How about this, Ill give you a day to decide. If I still dont get an answer from you by tomorrow, then Im sorry, but Ill be taking both their lives.

Jin Qingyan almost passed out upon reading the message.

Choosing between the two of them

How was he supposed to decide?

One was his wife, and the other, his sister. There was no way he could come to a decision.

Noticing how pale he looked, Mrs. Jin asked worriedly, Qingyan, what did they say?

Jin Qingyan did not answer and instead handed her his mobile phone.

Mrs. Jin was dumbfounded upon reading the message.

The mobile phone was passed to Gu Beicheng, who then said while staring at Jin Qingyan, We have to save Xiaoning first, no matter what.

Mrs. Jin could not help but protest, No! Didnt you see that were only allowed to choose one? Whats going to happen to Qingyue if we choose to save Xiaoning?

Who was the one who landed Xiaoning in such a plight? Gu Beicheng scoffed.

Jin Qingyan stood up immediately and snatched his phone back, after which he hurriedly replied with a text message, pleading for them to release An Xiaoning and Jin Qingyue in exchange for his life.

Little did he expect that the hitmen would reply almost instantly with just one word: No.

Jin Qingyan knew immediately what they had up their sleeves they had wanted him to suffer the torment of being torn between saving his wife and his sister.

Young Sir, Ive found the location of the place theyre hiding them, said Fan Shixin as he entered through the door.

As soon as he finished speaking, Jin Qingyan received yet another message.

Youd better watch out the next time your men comes near us. Dont forget, we have your wife and sister.

Keep your distance from them, dont go too near, Jin Qingyan instructed.

Yes.

After a brief moment of silence that filled the air, Mrs. Gu began to speak, They demand an answer from us within 24 hours from now. How about we send some men to save them in secret tonight?

Furrowing his brows, Gu Beicheng said, Mother, thats impossible. Theyll definitely be taking shifts to guard the place.

What are we supposed to do then? No matter what it is, Xiaoning has to make it out alive, said Mrs. Gu, her head aching in frustration.

Id also like for Xiaoning to be able to escape unscathed, but we cant allow Qingyue to die too, said Mrs. Jin.

Thats enough, stop arguing. Well discuss this slowly. But of course, itd be best if both of them are safe and sound, Mr. Jin interjected.