Chapter 611 - 613: Speechless

Chapter 611: Chapter 613: Speechless

After much deliberation, Yang Chen glanced at the security office at the school gate. It seemed unlikely that asking the security guards would be helpful. With such a large school and so many students, how would they know everyone? Besides, the staff might already be off duty.

Calling Guo Xuehua for help seemed futile too; she had never been to Zhenxiu's school and probably wouldn't know either.

Suddenly, Yang Chen remembered that Lin Ruoxi had been very attentive to Zhenxiu's studies. She had brought Zhenxiu to school a few times before, so perhaps she would know.

Feeling anxious, Yang Chen decided to call Lin Ruoxi, regardless of whether she would answer or not.

After several rings, the call was finally picked up. Nnêw n0vel chapters are published at novelhall.com

Lin Ruoxi's clear voice, tinged with weariness, answered, "What is it?"

"Why do you sound so exhausted? Did you work overtime again last night?" Yang Chen frowned. He knew Lin Ruoxi had been busy acquiring various entertainment and leisure businesses lately. He hadn't expected her to work so hard, reminiscent of the early days when they first met.

"If you have something to say, make it quick. I have a meeting soon," Lin Ruoxi said, clearly not in the mood for a long chat.

"Everyone else is off work, and you still have meetings? Your subordinates must have it rough," Yang Chen sighed, knowing now was not the time to press the issue. "Zhenxiu didn't come home after school. Mom asked me to find her. I don't know which class she's in. Do you?"

There was a moment of silence before Lin Ruoxi replied, "Zhenxiu never stays out without reason. She's always so considerate. She would have called if she were late. Why didn't you tell me earlier?" There was a hint of anger in her voice.

Yang Chen felt frustrated. This wasn't something he could control, so why was she getting mad at him? He couldn't help but say, "My dear wife, you're the big boss, always so busy. Mom didn't want to disturb you, so she sent me instead."

"And you still have the nerve to tease me? You don't even know which class Zhenxiu is in, yet she calls you 'brother' so affectionately," Lin Ruoxi said coldly. "She's in Class 2 of the third year, sitting in the second-to-last row. Her homeroom teacher's surname is Wang, a middle-aged woman. The class is on the top floor of the second building, the second room from the east. After you find her, let me know the outcome, no matter what."

After saying this, Lin Ruoxi hung up.

Yang Chen felt a surge of anger. She really treated him like a servant, bossing him around. Just a few days ago, she was sweet and loving at home, playing the role of a virtuous wife. Now, on the phone, she was back to her cold, indifferent self!

Already anxious about Zhenxiu, Yang Chen's irritation towards Lin Ruoxi's attitude dispelled much of his guilt towards her. It seemed they were truly incompatible, constantly clashing. They could never stay peaceful for long before another cold war broke out!

For now, Yang Chen set aside his frustrations and ran into the school, heading to Class 2 of the third year as Lin Ruoxi had instructed.

He had to admit, Lin Ruoxi cared deeply for Zhenxiu, knowing every detail about her. He felt ashamed that he, as her brother, knew so little in comparison.

When he arrived at the classroom, Yang Chen found it empty except for a chubby girl with glasses, sitting in the front row quietly doing her homework.

At the westernmost point of the floor were the boys' and girls' restrooms, separated by a wall that divided their entrances.

Yang Chen didn't head towards the boys' restroom. Instead, he went directly to the entrance of the girls' restroom!

A yellow "Cleaning in Progress" sign and a bucket blocked the doorway.

Yang Chen kicked these obstacles aside without hesitation and stepped into the girls' restroom!

The restroom was eerily quiet. Given the after-school hours and the blocked entrance, no one would be using the restroom on the top floor.

Yang Chen walked to the innermost stall, took a deep breath, and pulled the door open.

Inside, a trembling, delicate girl sat on the toilet. Her black, shoulder-length hair was wet, as if recently washed but left to drip dry. Water droplets were still visible, sliding down.

Her blue school uniform was soaked, clinging to her body. The cold, damp air made her shiver uncontrollably.

Her hands and feet were tightly bound with ropes and duct tape, making it impossible for her to free herself.

Even more distressing, her skirt was missing, leaving her in only a pair of white underwear, exposing her pale legs. Her knee-high socks and sneakers were also soaked.

In this state, even if she could hop out of the restroom, she wouldn't dare to, fearing the shame of being seen without her lower garments.

Bloodshot veins appeared in Yang Chen's eyes, his facial muscles twitching. He had to muster all his inner strength to suppress his overwhelming rage. Zhenxiu dared not lift her head, stifling her sobs but unable to stop her shoulders from shaking. When she realized it was Yang Chen who had come, she tried desperately to remain silent, hoping he wouldn't notice her or see her in such a state.

But Yang Chen saw everything. Zhenxiu's mind went blank, wishing it was all a nightmare. She would rather be back on the streets selling snacks than face this moment of self-loathing.

Yang Chen said nothing. He patiently untied the ropes and tape binding Zhenxiu's hands, then knelt to free her feet. He even removed her wet shoes and socks.

Due to being tightly bound for a long time, Zhenxiu's fair calves and ankles showed signs of bruising.

Zhenxiu dared not move. Being handled so closely by Yang Chen, her two slender legs completely exposed, she felt a bit shy, but even more so, she was overwhelmed with a complex and indescribable sadness.

Yang Chen took one of Zhenxiu's cold hands, and a warm, powerful surge of true energy flowed into her meridians.

Zhenxiu felt all the chill in her body dissipate instantly. Finally, she looked up in surprise, her tearful eyes red and swollen from crying, staring at Yang Chen, unable to speak.