The autumn breeze swept by, golden leaves dancing in the wind. Their group walked along the sidewalk outside the school, laughter and chatter unceasing, adding a touch of youthful vitality to the evening’s tranquility.
Pei Wanyou held onto Jiang Lu’s arm. To avoid exposing her identity and inviting greater danger, most of her bodyguards remained hidden in the shadows.
Not only Brady, but two other seniors also glanced at Pei Wanyou from time to time. Her smile was sweeter than cotton candy.
Jiang Lu smiled as she looked at Pei Wanyou beside her. Among the twenty-three of them, she was the most dazzling presence. In Jiang Lu’s heart, she was the one and only moon in the sky.
“I barely managed to get out today, so you can only spend time with me,” Pei Wanyou said, puffing out her cheeks like a little rabbit staking its territory. Though not very intimidating, it was enough to soften hearts.
Brady quietly followed at the back of the group. Hidden in his pocket was half a packet of drugs. Just one sip, and she wouldn’t even have a chance to make it to the hospital.
That kind of craving was like tens of thousands of worms crawling in one place. Someone as delicate as her certainly wouldn’t be able to endure it, especially since he had prepared four or five times the usual dose—better safe than sorry.
He had once hooked up with a woman who usually acted all aloof and cold. But after just one sip of water laced with the stuff, within minutes she was kneeling before him, crying and begging—for him to take her.
Pei Wanyou’s phone vibrated. She took it out and glanced at the screen—it was a message from Bai Yanzhou.
Bai Yanzhou: [I have an important meeting. Head home first. The driver is waiting at the school gate.]
Pei Wanyou stared at the message. How could he do this? She had already agreed to go, and they were almost there—could he really back out now?
Seeing this, Jiang Lu directly took Pei Wanyou’s phone away. “Alright, since we’re out to have fun, don’t worry about all that.”
She had never seen a brother so overly protective. Going out required reporting back, and even a classmates’ gathering was monitored. He had always been strict, but it was much worse now.
Pei Wanyou stopped walking. “Um, I… my brother told me to go back…” she said, lowering her head. She knew Bai Yanzhou meant well. He was in the middle of a meeting handling important matters—she couldn’t let him get distracted.
Jiang Lu: “…”
“Don’t go! We’re about to play games in pairs. If you leave, what will Jiang Lu do?” a senior behind them quickly said. He had been planning to ask for her contact information when there were fewer people around.
Milani smiled and placed a hand on Pei Wanyou’s shoulder. “Actually, I have something urgent too. If I drop out, won’t the numbers work out perfectly?” she said, then looked at Jiang Lu with a pleading expression.
Jiang Lu patted Pei Wanyou’s head. “Alright then, be careful on your way home. Send me a text when you get there.” This mixer was organized by the seniors—if everyone left, it would really spoil the mood.
With two beauties dropping out, a few guys in the group were a bit unhappy. But fortunately, Jiang Lu and a few other pretty seniors were still staying, so they could reluctantly make do…
Milani waved her hand. “Have fun, everyone. Since my mistake ruined the mood, I’ll cover all the expenses today.”
Cheers erupted from the crowd.
Pei Wanyou clutched her phone, head bowed as she stared at the tiles on the sidewalk. She had begged and pleaded, only to end up disappointed. With so many others going to have fun, her childish heart couldn’t help but feel a little down.
“I left something at school, let’s walk together.” Milani said as she fell into step beside Pei Wanyou. “I often hear Lulu mention you. She says you’re her best friend.”
Pei Wanyou gave a soft “mm” in response. Truthfully, aside from Lulu, she rarely made friends. She loved lively atmospheres yet struggled to blend into crowds—that was just the kind of person she was.
Lively yet lonely.
Passing by a coffee shop, Milani stopped. “Wait for me a moment. Their new coffee is really good.”
Pei Wanyou couldn’t very well leave on her own, especially since this was Jiang Lu’s roommate. She stood outside the coffee shop, waiting.
Soon after, Milani emerged with two cups of coffee. “The hot one is more fragrant. Try it.”
“Thank you, but I don’t really like coffee.” Pei Wanyou wasn’t used to accepting drinks from others. Bai Yanzhou had never allowed her to drink anything handed to her since she was little.
Milani couldn’t help but chuckle. “Don’t worry, look—it’s sealed.” With that, she turned the coffee cup upside down.
Pei Wanyou couldn’t refuse and had to take it, holding it in her hand. Thinking about it, she was already in college, yet her mind was still filled with Bai Yanzhou’s endless list of prohibitions.
It was like she hadn’t been weaned.
“Actually, Jiang Lu is really looking forward to tonight’s dinner,” Milani said, taking a sip of her coffee and smiling warmly at Pei Wanyou. “She said it seems like you’re hiding something from her, growing more distant lately. She’s been feeling quite anxious and uneasy.”
Pei Wanyou let out a long sigh. After some thought, she took out her phone and sent another message to Bai Yanzhou: [Brother, I really want to go. Just this once, can I?]
She couldn’t shake the feeling that if she didn’t go this time, she would lose her only friend.
Bai Yanzhou was reviewing documents handed to him by his assistant Benson. Recently, someone had been taking advantage of the chaos to sell contraband…
When his phone buzzed, he glanced at it, his brow furrowing. [Go straight home. Tell the housekeeper whatever you want to eat.]
It wasn’t that he wanted to be so strict with her. The recent random attacks, combined with the ongoing protests, had thrown the streets into chaos.
Tears welled up in Pei Wanyou’s eyes. Her throat felt unbearably dry, and she desperately wanted to cry. She took a couple of sips of the coffee Milani had bought.
In the distance, two groups of people were arguing, looking like they were about to come to blows…
Milani steadied Pei Wanyou. “What’s wrong with you? Let me help you sit down over there.”
“No, I should head back.” Pei Wanyou had only taken two steps when the path ahead seemed to warp and buckle.
Milani lowered her voice. “Do you think you’re in water? No, sweetie…” It was in the lid. As soon as she opened it to drink, the powder would dissolve into the coffee and enter her mouth.
Pei Wanyou felt utterly drained of strength, but with bodyguards nearby, she gritted her teeth and raised her hand. Just then, the two arguing groups suddenly started fighting. The scene descended into chaos, compounded by the after-school rush of people and vehicles.
“Let me reintroduce myself. I’m Brady’s cousin.” Milani said, leaning against the car’s seat.
They had actually prepared two plans. If today didn’t work, there would always be another chance. Sooner or later, they would succeed.
Brady was far from as foolish as he appeared. Even his suggestion that Pei Wanyou go home with him directly—such a stupid remark—was merely to lower people’s guard. Who would be wary of an idiot?
Pei Wanyou exhaled hot breaths, feeling terribly uncomfortable and dizzy…
At this moment, Blady stood up after receiving the text message: “Excuse me, I need to use the restroom.” With that, he walked out.
“There’s a restroom in the courtyard,” a kind senior reminded him.
Blady didn’t respond and walked straight out.
Jiang Lu watched Blady’s retreating figure. She had heard that he rarely spoke to anyone at school and was quite arrogant. She wondered why he had taken the initiative to attend this gathering this time.
“…”
Bai Yanzhou had just stepped out of the office when his phone rang: [Hello.]
The bodyguard following Pei Wanyou was sweating anxiously: [It’s bad, young master. We’ve lost track of the young lady.]
Bai Yanzhou loosened his tie. He had been busy all day just to free up time in the evening, only to have a last-minute meeting added: [What do you mean, lost track?]
Without waiting for the bodyguard to finish, he immediately activated the tracking mode. Pei Wanyou was near a hotel?
If it wasn’t intentional, the bodyguard would never have lost track. She said she was going to a gathering, but her location was now near a hotel…
Bai Yanzhou quickly stepped into the elevator, put on his earphones, and tapped three times: [West District, 12 North Street, South Straight Gate.]
Someone actually dared to abduct Pei Wanyou in broad daylight—they must have a death wish!
Pei Wanyou was currently lying in the car, her entire body feverish, a wave of weakness washing over her. She felt terrible, but due to the sensitive location, she couldn’t reach out to scratch it.
Milani sat inside the car. The Bai family was searching everywhere, so they didn’t dare act rashly.
Who said it couldn’t be done in the car?
Brady hurried over, opened the car door, and got in: “Didn’t I tell you to take her directly to the hotel?”
“This is the Bai family’s territory. If we take her to the hotel now while their young lady is missing, wouldn’t that be like walking straight into the line of fire?” Milani said, gesturing with her chin. “She’s right here.”
They were in a spacious van. Brady sat beside Pei Wanyou, his large hand landing on her ankle.
“I finally have you. Do you know how much I’ve missed you these past two days?” Brady said, leaning in closer.
From now on, she would be his.
Milani knew what was about to happen, so she opened the car door and stepped out. She had no interest in watching a live show.
“If you missed me, you could have just said so,” Pei Wanyou’s voice was soft and weak.
Brady thought she would cry or make a scene, but he didn’t expect her to be so cooperative. He leaned in closer: “I like you even more like this.” With that, he took it out directly: “Don’t worry, I’ll be gentle.”
Pei Wanyou let out two soft moans: “It was supposed to be something mutual, but now I can’t move. How is it fair if only you get to enjoy it?”
She needed to buy time. Seven minutes had already passed since she got into the car. She had been tapping her fingertips on the seat the entire time. The bodyguards would definitely contact Bai Yanzhou the moment they realized she was missing.
It wouldn’t be long before he arrived.
Seeing Pei Wanyou pouting, looking displeased, Brady chuckled and sat beside her, helping her up.
“Darling, you’re much smarter than I imagined, using this method to stall for time?” Brady let out two light laughs. “Will you take the initiative, or shall I do it myself?”
Although she was weak, she wasn’t completely immobile. He had used this method on others before.
Pei Wanyou’s stomach twisted in a spasm.
Just then, the car suddenly started: “Young master, if we keep parked here, the Bai family will definitely find us soon.”
It’s important to remember that the Summerfield family is also among the world’s top ten, and the people they raise can’t all be fools…
Brady reached out to lift Pei Wanyou’s clothes.
“Slap—”
Pei Wanyou’s face was struck heavily.
“You bitch!” Brady pinched Pei Wanyou’s chin. “You actually gave birth to a child!”
Pei Wanyou glared angrily at Brady. “What nonsense are you talking about!” Of course, she couldn’t admit it—the fewer people who knew about this, the better.
Brady tugged at Pei Wanyou’s clothes; the evidence was right there!
Suddenly, Brady thought of something. He applied a bit more pressure with his hand. “Everyone outside says Bai Yanzhou keeps a plaything. I told that fool, but she didn’t believe me.”
Bai Yanzhou had just welcomed a daughter, and combined with Pei Wanyou’s condition, it wasn’t hard to imagine who the child’s mother was.
“How does it feel to be □ by your own brother?” Brady said, extending his hand. “Since you’re already this cheap, one more shouldn’t matter.”
Even if the Bai family head knelt down and begged him, he would never marry Pei Wanyou. No matter how beautiful she was, it was useless.
A woman who had been Bai Yanzhou’s plaything since childhood—just thinking about it was disgusting. What difference was there between her and a rag?
What kind of person was Bai Yanzhou? It wouldn’t be surprising if he had used Pei Wanyou to entertain others. He couldn’t be blamed for thinking too much—she was just too beautiful.
One look at her could make you sink in, wishing to drown in her.
“Is that what you really want to know?” Pei Wanyou’s lips curled slightly upward, and the corners of her eyes drooped, like a fox about to hunt.
Brady leaned over and opened the car’s storage compartment. “Forget it. I originally wanted to leave something behind, but I find you dirty.”
The thought that such a beautiful woman had been taken by Bai Yanzhou first made him furious.
The driver unscrewed his water bottle and took two sips. He was under thirty, and he had heard every word of the conversation behind him.
Who would have thought that the Bai family’s young lady was such a slut? If Bai Yanzhou could have her, then surely others could too…
“Young master, are you going to marry her?” The driver’s voice carried a subtle change.
Brady directly threw the box in his hand at him. “Whether I marry her or not is none of your business. If you want to play, go find someone yourself.”
Just then, his phone rang. [Hello.]
Milani: [Have you done it yet? Don’t forget to take photos.]
Blady suddenly remembered—if he took photos now, he could use them to threaten Bai Yanzhou in the future. If Bai Yanzhou didn’t obey, he could spread the news about him and his sister.
“Take off your clothes. I’ll take a few artistic photos for you.” Brady licked his dry lips. This was the most direct evidence…