The Ice King's Little Trouble Maker-Chapter 648 - 610: A Bit More Severe

Qiao Shuning was under surveillance from the moment she stepped out of the Qiao Family.

Her whereabouts and communications were monitored afterward.

But three days passed, and she neither saw nor contacted Quan Rong.

Quan Rong was hiding in the shadows, perhaps always observing Qiao Shuning’s every move. Maybe he thought from the start, when he planned to use her, that they would trace his movements through her, hence his extra caution.

All communication was one-sided.

He could easily find Qiao Shuning, but it was extremely difficult for her to find him.

Shi Tan knew limited information over there.

Huo Yanxin had visited once but didn’t go again.

Now the only option was to intensify the search for Quan Rong and Qu Qingkong.

Due to the combined efforts of various forces searching, news of Qiao Yuxian’s poisoning quickly spread.

These days, the threshold of the Gu Mansion was constantly trampled, with visitors coming daily.

Because they hadn’t been specifically informed, each person received information at different times.

Different people came every day.

Initially, when they arrived and saw Qiao Yuxian in good condition, their worried hearts were somewhat relieved.

But a few days later, when Lin Huai Shu and Chu Zhengran visited, Qiao Yuxian had just taken her medicine, and as she was talking to them, she suddenly ran to the bathroom to vomit.

Gu Yanjing followed her into the bathroom, while Lin Huai Shu hurriedly called Huang Qi.

Qiao Yuxian vomited for a long time, and when she came out, her face was pale, and her eyes lost their spirit instantly.

She was weakened from vomiting.

Gu Yanjing helped her out; his complexion was only slightly better than hers — pale and cold, yet with red-rimmed eyes.

And from that day on, Qiao Yuxian remained weak for more than a week.

Awake, sleeping, sleeping, awake, with a poor appetite.

Often after waking, she’d chat with Gu Yanjing and quickly fall asleep again.

Now the Gu Mansion had Huang Qi there daily, with medical equipment brought in, and doctors from the hospital visiting in rotation.

From the pulse and blood indicators, there was progress in expelling the poison, albeit very slow.

However, with Qiao Yuxian’s body already so weakened, any further progress in healing might come too late, as the poison hadn’t reached a lethal level, but her body might not endure.

Everyone could feel Gu Yanjing’s recent anxiety.

Increasingly severe, growing colder, and his speech becoming sparingly few.

Everyone felt that Gu Yanjing had returned to his state before marrying Qiao Yuxian.

Even more severe than at that time.

Powerless restlessness, anxious yet unable to exert any strength.

No useful information was coming from any continent.

Qiao Yuxian was losing weight, and Gu Yanjing was also slimming down.

Everyone’s hearts hung in suspense, overshadowed by gloom.

Since Qiao Yuxian was poisoned, Gu Yanjing handled all his work from the Gu Mansion, with all meetings being held via video conference.

During Qiao Yuxian’s severe condition, Gu Yicheng coincidentally returned from M Continent.

Gu Yanjing delegated considerable work for him to handle.

Gu Yicheng’s stint in F Continent had tanned him a shade darker and slimmed him down a bit, but he was much more spirited, appearing robust.

Summoned to M Continent for some demanding tasks, managing unfamiliar matters meant starting from scratch, juggling understanding and handling, leaving him dizzy and sleep-deprived.

Finally resolving the matters in M Continent.

Just as those issues were settled, before catching any proper rest, he was called back home.

The Gu Group’s affairs all fell heavily upon him.

Burdened unbearably.

While in F Continent, he thought that was his life’s darkest period, yet people can adapt continuously to their surroundings. 𝒇𝓻𝓮𝓮𝙬𝙚𝒃𝒏𝓸𝙫𝒆𝙡.𝓬𝓸𝒎

Now he felt this time, with zero personal space or rest, was an upgraded version of his darkest moments.

He felt like he was shattering into pieces.

But still, he ran forward without pause, carrying his fragmented self.

"Brother, is Sister-in-law feeling better?" Gu Yicheng took documents to the Gu Mansion for his signature, stealing a moment to breathe the home air.

Most of the work was being handled by Gu Yicheng, with him present at many meetings.

But Gu Yicheng’s authority was limited.

Some matters still needed Gu Yanjing’s approval and decisions.

Gu Yanjing glanced over the files, signed them, and simply replied, "Mm."

Gu Yicheng looked at him, then stayed quiet.

He sensed it. The "Mm" wasn’t dismissive; it was him hoping Qiao Yuxian’s condition was improving, thus offering a positive response.

Gu Yanjing, in silence, finished signing all the documents, capped the pen, then suddenly asked, "How’s everything lately?"

Gu Yicheng paused briefly before understanding what he was asking, truthfully saying, "Not great. Feel worn out."

Gu Yanjing glanced at him, stating, "You’ll get used to it."

With habit, time can be managed effectively. Accustomed to fatigue, work and life balance well.

Gu Yicheng’s lips moved, yet no sound emerged. He wanted to say he didn’t want to get used to it, he truly didn’t.

He genuinely disliked the position of authority.

He most enjoyed flaunting his status as a Gu Family member, living indulgently, doing nothing but indulging and receiving shares.

This life wasn’t what he aspired for.

"Something to say?" Gu Yanjing eyed him, noticing his hesitance.

Gu Yicheng gazed at his gaunt face, sensing a sharper look in his eyes than before. He diverted his gaze, paused momentarily, then stated, "Brother, Sister-in-law will get better. During this time, focus on your matters, I’ll keep the Gu Family in order."

Gu Yanjing watched him silently.

Gu Yicheng lifted his head, meeting his gaze again, resolutely saying, "Rest assured, I won’t disgrace the Gu Family."

Gu Yanjing observed him briefly, then replied casually, "Mm."

"I’ll visit Grandpa and then head back to the company." Gu Yicheng stood up, leaving before Gu Yanjing could speak.

Outside, feeling chilly under the wind, he felt somewhat embarrassed.

Spouting such words about safeguarding the household felt truly shameful coming from a playboy like him.

It contradicted his lifelong design.

While alleviating his embarrassment, he strode toward the old man’s courtyard.

After only a few steps, he paused as if immobilized.

Not far ahead, Ji Xiaoxiao stopped upon noticing him.

Beside her, Chen Xi also halted, then saw Gu Yicheng.

Though she didn’t fully understand Ji Xiaoxiao and Gu Yicheng’s situation, after a few interactions, she could somewhat deduce something.

She glanced between Gu Yicheng and Ji Xiaoxiao, silence held her voice.

Ji Xiaoxiao and Gu Yicheng remained silent momentarily, neither speaking nor moving.

Gu Yicheng hadn’t seen her in ages; suddenly seeing her made him overly excited, freezing him completely.

Ji Xiaoxiao, on her part, was momentarily perplexed.

To her, Gu Yicheng had undergone a remarkable transformation.

His demeanor had shifted profoundly.

Once extravagant, now exuding an inner stability.

Even his gaze reflected maturity.

Seeing him suddenly, Ji Xiaoxiao mistook him for someone resembling Gu Yicheng, but upon reaching that realization, she recognized him indeed as Gu Yicheng.