CHAPTER 407: CHAPTER 407: THE RETURN OF THE JADE TO ITS OWNER

All the people were cleared out by the security team.

Finally, it was quiet outside the ward.

Ji Changlong let out a breath, "Thank you, Mr. Lu and Miss Xia, for your help."

Otherwise, they really wouldn’t know what to do with these clingy relatives.

Acting tough wouldn’t be appropriate, and trying to persuade them would be futile, as if they couldn’t understand human speech.

"You’re welcome." Xia Mian smiled slightly, "Mr. Ji is blessed with a strong fate. Although he faced trouble this time, it was not meant to end his life. You shouldn’t worry too much."

With Xia Mian’s words, Ji Family’s brothers and younger members immediately felt reassured, like they had taken a calming pill.

"With Miss Xia’s words, we can be at ease." Ji Changlong heaved a long sigh of relief, finally putting his anxious heart to rest.

Even though Ji Chenggong hadn’t woken up yet, with Xia Mian’s assurance, it’s almost certain that Ji Chenggong would wake up.

Just as Ji Changlong finished speaking, the door to the ward opened, and the doctor who was examining Ji Chenggong’s body entered, "The old gentleman is blessed with a strong fate. His life is saved, but he has severe frostbite, and his internal organs are also affected. Although life is not in danger temporarily, a long period of recuperation is needed."

The doctor’s words indirectly confirmed Xia Mian’s statement, and the Ji Family members glanced at Xia Mian in unison, their eyes filled with awe.

"Since Mr. Ji has no other issues, Lu Zechuan and I will take our leave." Xia Mian nodded slightly toward Ji Hua.

Ji Hua spoke apologetically, "Miss Xia, I have a rather presumptuous request."

When Ji Hua said this, Xia Mian had already guessed what Ji Hua wanted to say.

"My grandfather disappeared inexplicably. We still don’t know who’s behind this." Ji Hua said slowly, "Before we figure out who’s responsible, I hope Miss Xia could stay at the Ji Family for a few days."

After Ji Hua finished speaking, he immediately looked up to gauge Lu Zechuan’s reaction, "Of course, if Mr. Lu is worried about Miss Xia, he can stay with us."

Lu Zechuan’s brows furrowed tightly.

Ji Hua’s request was indeed excessive.

Xia Mian squinted slightly, "The Ji Family does have some issues, but it’s not necessary for me to stay there."

After a pause, Xia Mian took out the Dragon Carved Jade Pendant that Ji Chenggong had once given her and injected a surge of spiritual power into it, "Keep this jade pendant on Mr. Ji at all times, and no evil spirits will be able to harm him."

Ji Hua took the Dragon Carved Jade Pendant, looking a bit troubled, "Miss Xia, this pendant was originally gifted to you by Grandfather, how can we take it back again..."

"Take it. This belongs to the Ji Family. Only with this on your grandfather can his fate be made more secure." Xia Mian smiled.

When she first took this Dragon Carved Jade Pendant from the Ji Family, she felt that the pendant was somewhat unusual.

After taking it to the Mystic Sect World, this feeling became even stronger.

The Dragon Carved Jade Pendant was not from the current world.

Since the Ji Family could produce something not from this world, does it mean that the Ji Family might have other things or people not from this world?

If that’s the case, and she couldn’t find this person while helping the Ji Family solve their problem, this person must be hiding quite deeply.

"Thank you, Miss Xia. When Grandfather wakes up, our family will surely visit to express our gratitude!" Ji Hua was overwhelmed with gratitude, bowing repeatedly to Xia Mian.

Xia Mian gave a light smile, "No need for formalities."

Ever since her rebirth, the Ji Family has benefited her a lot, and now that she has a cooperative relationship with the Ji Family, she hopes to see them doing well.

The Ji family expressed their gratitude intensely, and only then did Xia Mian and Lu Zechuan manage to leave the hospital.

Ji Hua had the Ji Family’s servants drive Lu Zechuan’s car to the hospital’s underground parking lot. After a busy day, Xia Mian and Lu Zechuan got into the car and left the hospital.

However, while sitting in the car, Lu Zechuan and Xia Mian’s expressions weren’t looking very good.

The circumstances surrounding Ji Chenggong’s disappearance were quite suspicious.

Xia Mian suspected it might be related to their current collaboration.

Someone might have their eyes on what they’ve brought from the Otherworld.

"The truth of the matter can only be known once Ji Chenggong wakes up." Lu Zechuan sighed lightly.

Originally, they thought the Ji Family approaching them for cooperation was a win-win situation, but now that the Ji Family faced such issues, Lu Zechuan couldn’t help but feel a bit wary and cautious.

After all, the things from the Mystic Sect World are too precious and mysterious. Some people might be reckless enough to give up their lives for profit.

Xia Mian sighed softly, "I hope all of this is just our overthinking."

Otherwise, her grand plan of making money might face numerous setbacks even before it starts.

Seeing Xia Mian deep in thought, Lu Zechuan shifted the topic, "How about I take you for some good food? What would you like to eat?"

Xia Mian showed little interest, "In this weather, nothing beats having a hot pot."

Lu Zechuan acknowledged and actually took Xia Mian to eat hot pot.

To avoid further disturbances, Lu Zechuan chose a restaurant owned by the Lu Family and went to his exclusive VIP room.

However, halfway through the meal, he received a call from Mrs. Lu.

Mrs. Lu had been resting quietly at home for some time, with Meng Meng secretly helping, and with the exotic fruits brought by Xia Mian and Lu Zechuan, her injuries healed quite quickly.

"Grandmother wants us to return." Lu Zechuan furrowed his brows.

Xia Mian blinked, "Did something happen?"

Lu Zechuan looked somewhat complicated, "The family cat has become sentient."

Xia Mian was stunned for a moment, only then realizing she had brought back a spirit pet cat named Little Black from the Mystical World.

"It became sentient? Did Grandmother get frightened?" Xia Mian wasn’t surprised by the cat’s transformation.

After all, it was a spirit pet and had been with her for some time. It’d be rare if it hadn’t transformed.

Lu Zechuan didn’t directly answer, "Let’s go back and have a look!"

Mrs. Lu typically had a strong psychological endurance, but witnessing a cat transform into a human was quite a test for anyone’s heart.

Xia Mian nodded.

Little Black Cat had always been very smart. Even if it could shape-shift now, it shouldn’t transform in front of ordinary people, should it?

Where did the problem lie?

Xia Mian and Lu Zechuan ended up eating their meal rather unwisely.

Lu Zechuan drove straight back to the Lu Family’s old house.

When the two entered, Mrs. Lu was reclining in a rocking chair, resting with her eyes closed. But if observed closely, her complexion was really not looking good.

Deathly pale, as if a layer of white paint had been applied.

Seeing Lu Zechuan and Xia Mian enter, Mrs. Lu opened her eyes, her expression somewhat indescribable.

Xia Mian glanced around, searching for Little Black Cat’s presence.

Then, she saw that Little Black Cat was in Meng Meng’s arms.

The cat was still the same cat, but its eyes seemed a bit dodgy.