Nan Xiao, though he missed Lan Yu Xi, knew it was a rare opportunity for the children to play. He decided to let them have fun first. Fortunately, the people he'd sent to protect Lan Yu Xi reported that she hadn't left the Public Security Bureau since arriving, which eased his mind.
Nan Xiao spent the entire day playing with the two children. By the time they got home at five o'clock, Lan Yu Xi still hadn't returned. Nan Xiao handed the children over to his mother-in-law and drove out.
As soon as his car stopped outside the main entrance of the Public Security Bureau, Lan Yu Xi emerged, accompanied by a middle-aged man.
Upon seeing Nan Xiao's car, Lan Yu Xi smiled and waved.
Nan Xiao pushed open the car door and stepped out.
The middle-aged man asked with a smile, "Is he that worried about you? He even came all the way here to pick you up."
Lan Yu Xi pursed her lips and chuckled, "Director Zhang, please don't tease me."
"Alright, let's change the subject. We really owe you for this."
"It's my duty."
While Lan Yu Xi was being polite, Nan Xiao had already walked over, "Commander Zhang, hello."
Director Zhang smiled as he appraised him, "Not bad! You've finally regained your old spirit! If you had continued to be so dejected, I would have wanted to give you a good beating!"
Nan Xiao smiled, "Let's get together when you have time. Many of your former subordinates are still in the capital."
Director Zhang nodded with a smile, "Sure, I really miss you kids."
"I'll inform you once I've gathered everyone."
"Okay."
Nan Xiao chatted with Director Zhang for a couple more sentences before shaking hands and parting ways. He then got into his car with Lan Yu Xi, while Lan Yu Xi's bodyguard followed closely behind in her car.
Nan Xiao glanced at the rearview mirror and smirked, "I had no idea you knew Commander Zhang."
"I met him through Er Wan. I only found out today that he was your former commander."
Nan Xiao's eyes darkened slightly, "He transferred out early because of me. I've always felt too embarrassed to contact him."
Lan Yu Xi smiled and said, "He mentioned the early transfer to me, but he didn't say it was for you. He did it for justice."
Nan Xiao chuckled and shook his head, "He only said that to me to lessen my guilt."
"You don't need to feel guilty. Director Zhang is quite satisfied with his current job. In his words, there's no backstabbing, and he doesn't have to overthink his actions."
"That's the work style he's always pursued," Nan Xiao raised an eyebrow slightly, "Has everything been resolved?"
Lan Yu Xi rubbed her neck, "Yes, after this whole afternoon, I'm exhausted. I first contacted Italy, then Interpol, and finally dug up everything on that Liao Qi Nan. The result is that Zhou Ruo Tong finally confessed and was brought to justice, and Liao Qi Nan has been suspended for investigation."
Lan Yu Xi turned her head to look at Nan Xiao, "Did you know, Zhou Ruo Tong has had her eyes on you for a long time? But she was afraid that the higher you stood, the less she'd be able to see you. That's why she teamed up with Le Wen. She initially just wanted to bring you down and then be your savior, making you unforgettable to her. But she never expected Le Wen to constantly blackmail her into helping him collect intelligence. Le Wen has made quite a bit of money off her these past few years."
Nan Xiao scoffed, "All I can say is, she thought way too much!"
Lan Yu Xi said smugly, "I have many thoughts about you too, but I'm lucky, and they've all come true."
Nan Xiao dotingly ruffled her hair, "By the way, I've already arranged for Nan Che to be handed over to your people. How much are you planning to extort from Second Uncle?"
"At least a billion. I won't hand him over so easily. I need to make him anxious and then voluntarily increase the price."
"Then you better keep him well hidden. I doubt he'll only come to you."
"Anyone Mei Xi wants to hide, even the gods can't find!"
Nan Xiao raised an eyebrow, "Little liar! Mei Xi is clearly yours, and you still refuse to admit it!"
Lan Yu Xi pouted, "Brother, the greatest cultivation is to see through things without saying them aloud!"
Nan Xiao smiled helplessly.
Lan Yu Xi glanced at him, "I didn't intend to keep it from you. It's just that Mei Xi had a bad reputation before, and I was afraid you'd dislike me."
"You've managed Mei Xi well these past few years, and their reputation has improved considerably. How did you manage to take control of Mei Xi and become their king?"
Lan Yu Xi's eyes darkened slightly, "Actually, it was my second personality that subdued Mei Xi. I don't remember what happened back then. I only learned about some of the past later through their accounts and Brother Jia Qi's narration."
Nan Xiao's expression soured as he tightened his grip on the steering wheel.
Lan Yu Xi pouted, "Are you angry again?"
"I'm not angry. I'm hating myself for not being by your side when you were at your most difficult and helpless."
"It doesn't matter. Actually, when my second personality was in control of this body, that was when I lived my most uninhibited life. Back then… I should tell you everything. Back then, I not only took in Mei Xi but also the Ice Flame Hacker Alliance. If you ever need their help, just say the word."
Nan Xiao's hand slipped slightly, and the car almost veered into the green belt. Fortunately, his driving skills were good, and he managed to steer the car back.
Lan Yu Xi clutched her chest, "You scared me to death! Why are you so agitated?"
Nan Xiao glanced at her, "You've brought two of the world's top forces under your control, and you don't allow me to be excited?"
Lan Yu Xi pouted, "Then don't get excited on the main road!"
A devilish smile curved Nan Xiao's lips, "If not on the main road, then we can get excited in bed when we get home."
Lan Yu Xi rolled her eyes at him impatiently, "I've always wondered if you're only learning to be bad now, or if you were always this bad?"
"Am I bad? You haven't seen what a truly bad person is like yet." Nan Xiao glanced at the car following behind, and asked in a deep voice, "Are the people behind us all Mei Xi's people?"
"There are also people my parents arranged for me."
"Mei Xi's people have all come to China with you?"
"No, Mei Xi's people are distributed globally. Only a small number have come along."
"It's fortunate they didn't all come, otherwise, the whole of China would be shocked," Nan Xiao reached out and took her hand, squeezing it gently, "Don't get too tired. You still have me."
Lan Yu Xi smiled and said, "Don't worry, you know me well. I'll definitely find someone to share the burden with."
"That's good." Nan Xiao squeezed her small hand, "Wife, after I drop you off, I want to go see my mother."
Lan Yu Xi glanced at the time, "Let's go now."
Nan Xiao was slightly taken aback.
"I'll go with you," Lan Yu Xi took his hand and placed it on the steering wheel, "Drive safely."
Nan Xiao curled his lips slightly, "Xi Bao, you don't have to force yourself for me."
"There's nothing to force myself about."