Xiao Yu nodded slightly, then walked straight out of the exquisitely decorated girl’s room, entered the study, and shifted the bookshelf. Instantly, a hidden entrance appeared before everyone’s eyes.

When Xiao Yu’s foster father was escorted out and saw the hidden entrance, his face turned pale as a sheet, eyes filled with despair, and he fainted with trembling.

Luckily, two Protectors were holding him, not giving him any chance to escape!

...

An hour later, the Protectors’ investigation was completed.

The truth was so horrifying that even Zhang Ningyuan, a woman who had been working as a Protector for five or six years, couldn’t help but break out in a cold sweat, wishing she could shoot the beast-like foster father on the spot!

The truth covered in that basement was simply too terrifying!

Any normal person could not accept such a scene.

Especially a girl aged eighteen or nineteen, living in such a dark place for seven or eight years. It is conceivable that her life would hardly escape this shadow!

But the girl’s spirit was very strong, earning Zhang Ningyuan’s admiration and respect.

However, due to the gravity of the case, Zhang Ningyuan and the other Protectors, when following Xiao Yu down to the basement, did not take their phones with them.

This was actually to protect Xiao Yu from having too many people learn about the dark torment she had suffered.

Meanwhile, viewers in the live broadcast room were even more curious!

"Wow, what exactly happened? What’s in that basement?"

"Damn! Is the foster father a beast or what, imprisoning a fine young girl in the basement!"

"Doctor Xia is incredible to discover and report this!"

"Doctor Xia directly saved this girl!"

"Everyone, don’t be curious about the basement’s appearance; the police won’t reveal it!"

"Yes, it’s to protect Xiao Yu, she still has to live on!"

"Doctor Xia is impressive!"

...

At this moment, in Xiao Yu’s living room, the suspect, Xiao Yu’s foster father, had been taken away and escorted onto a police car by several Protectors.

Everyone else also followed and left, leaving only Xiao Yu and the female Protector Zhang Ningyuan in the living room.

Feeling sympathetic for the girl’s experience, Zhang Ningyuan could not comprehend how such inhumane acts could occur even in peaceful times and how such depraved, terrifying people exist!

If it weren’t for the anchor making the emergency call today, the truth might never have been revealed.

The poor girl might have been living under the shadow of terror until her death!

Thinking of such consequences made Zhang Ningyuan shiver with fear!

In the living room, with Zhang Ningyuan’s guidance and encouragement, Xiao Yu’s emotions finally stabilized.

"Xiao Yu, don’t worry, such a heinous person will spend his next life in prison, he won’t come out again!"

"You don’t need to be afraid anymore; you can stay at Sister’s place where she lives alone for a while."

Someone like Xiao Yu, having just escaped such an evil cage, definitely wouldn’t want to return here.

Otherwise, seeing the environment would stir up painful memories, like pouring salt on a wound!

Zhang Ningyuan, a protector with a strong sense of justice, and in her thirties, still single without having dated or had a boyfriend, was temporarily the best choice to take care of Xiao Yu.

"Hmm, thank you, Sister Wang."

Xiao Yu wiped at her swollen eyes and spoke softly.

"It’s okay, don’t mention it. You can treat me as your sister from now on."

"By the way, we should head to the station now. You need to assist us in recording your encounters and all the details as a statement."

"Only then can we bring the criminal to justice!"

"Don’t worry, I’ll accompany you throughout the process. If there’s anything you need, feel free to let me know."

Although letting the victim record a statement is akin to revisiting the ordeal, it’s a harsh process for her.

Without it, even the Protectors can’t thoroughly convict the suspect!

Thus, Zhang Ningyuan comforted Xiao Yu for her emotional care.

However, Xiao Yu seemed more resilient than Zhang Ningyuan anticipated. She shook her head and said, "I’m fine, Sister. I can handle it. I’ve gotten through all these years; nothing can knock me down now!"

"Doctor Xia has helped me, and you all rescued me. I don’t have to face those days anymore, it makes me happy."

Zhang Ningyuan, looking at the expression of this pitiable girl, felt her nose tingle with emotion.

"Yes, never again."

Zhang Ningyuan reassured, "Alright, let’s head to the station, shall we?"

Xiao Yu hesitated a bit, saying, "I, I want to say thank you!"

Then, Xiao Yu came before the camera, looking at Xia Liang inside the lens, saying, "Doctor Xia, thank you, honestly, Xiao Yu didn’t expect you to understand my plea for help, to actually assist me!"

"Xiao Yu feels indebted for life, willing to repay your kindness in the next lifetime as an ox or horse!"

While saying this, Xiao Yu knelt directly on the floor, bowing to Xia Liang.

She initially felt despair, thinking this life was over.

Even during the video call with Xia Liang, she never thought Xia Liang would truly understand her plea for help.

However, it was her only chance to connect with the outside world, so Xiao Yu didn’t want to give up!

Xia Liang didn’t disappoint; he actually understood her plea and reported it to help her!

Therefore, Xiao Yu’s gratitude towards Xia Liang is genuine!

Zhang Ningyuan beside her, watching Xiao Yu bow to Xia Liang, didn’t stop her. 𝚏𝕣𝐞𝗲𝐰𝕖𝐛𝐧𝕠𝕧𝚎𝚕.𝐜𝚘𝗺

She also understood Xiao Yu’s state of mind at the moment and felt even more admiration for the anchor named Doctor Xia.

Under her foster father’s surveillance, Xiao Yu dared not make any drastic moves, as any slight misstep could lead to dire consequences.

And this anchor, named Doctor Xia, is truly remarkable!

He was able to discern severe issues just from Xiao Yu’s eyes, then promptly used his connections and wisdom to locate Xiao Yu’s address and immediately report to the police.

Meanwhile, he managed to stall for time, waiting for the Protectors to come in and arrest the perpetrators.

If any part of this process had faltered, it could have resulted in terrifying consequences!

So when Xiao Yu stood up later, Zhang Ningyuan also spoke to the camera, saying, "Thank you, Anchor, you pulled an innocent girl from the abyss."

"On behalf of the Liuzhou Protectors, I thank you for your efforts!"