Taming The Hidden Bigshot By Kissing Him
Chapter 380: Ten Years Ago, It Was Qiao Xi Who Saved You

Chapter 380: Chapter 380: Ten Years Ago, It Was Qiao Xi Who Saved You

Huo Xingzhou stood in his original spot, motionless.

If he moved any closer, the distance would become too intimate.

The man’s eyebrows and eyes were faintly indifferent, refusing to lower his stance even when in need of others. Xu Xingluo looked at him, lost in thought, and her heart grew even more envious of Qiao Xi.

She had exhausted her tears and her wits but could never gain his favor.

Even at the very last moment, when she wanted to get closer to him, he wouldn’t grant her wish.

How she wished to touch him one more time.

This might be the last time in her life.

"Forget it."

Xu Xingluo closed her eyes and spoke in a hoarse voice, "Ten years ago, the person who saved you in the avalanche cave wasn’t me, and the person who made the rescue call wasn’t me either. I was very scared during the avalanche, and I ran away."

Later, she realized the avalanche had stopped and heard from the staff that it was safe.

Then she boldly went up the mountain.

"I saw two people, a young boy carrying an unconscious girl. From a distance, I followed their footsteps and found you."

These words, she had never told anyone else.

She attributed everything to coincidence, subconsciously denying the girl’s appearance and taking credit for Huo Xingzhou’s life-saving grace. When she arrived at the snow cave, Huo Xingzhou was unconscious.

At that moment, she harbored a wicked thought.

She wanted to be the noble son of Haicheng’s moonlight in his heart, to receive special treatment from the most outstanding Huo Xingzhou of the Huo Family’s second branch.

Later, it was proven that she indeed became the most envied person among the daughters of Haicheng’s elite.

Her noble family background, her beautiful appearance, her outstanding talent.

And the fine man who was destined to be engaged to her.

She really was a pampered princess, the star of everyone’s eyes!

Looking back now, that time felt like a dream.

"Huo Xingzhou, I actually had my suspicions. The same time, the same place, the same age, that girl..." Tears filled Xu Xingluo’s eyes, "All encounters are not by chance, they’re destined."

That person was Qiao Xi.

Xu Xingluo didn’t say that name, she was unwilling.

But all the details pointed to the truth, an unspoken understanding.

The fingers hanging by Huo Xingzhou’s side slightly curled.

A storm of emotions surged within his eyes, as if sweeping over everything.

He forcefully suppressed his emotions and said to Xu Xingluo, "I will let the Liu family deal with you personally, whether to send you to prison or set you free, they will decide."

Xu Xingluo’s expression was mournful, "Do you really have to be so cruel to me? You clearly know that in front of Qiao Xi, they won’t show me the slightest mercy. Huo Xingzhou, this time I still want to hold the choice in my own hands."

Huo Xingzhou didn’t waste time with her and turned to leave the room.

Zhou Yu followed, frowning, "I don’t understand what she’s saying, did you understand? Did she give any clues about what happened ten years ago?"

"Yes."

Huo Xingzhou’s reply was succinct.

Zhou Yu was puzzled; they were all in the same room.

How come he hadn’t received any information?

"Why are you playing riddles with Xu Xingluo? Hurry up and tell me the clues so I can investigate."

"Zhou Yu, there’s no need to investigate."

Huo Xingzhou’s eyes were cold and indifferent. Yet, Zhou Yu could see the turbulent emotions beneath, Huo Xingzhou seemed very restless inside.

The few sentences spoken by Xu Xingluo, were they so devastating?

"You stay here and watch over Xu Xingluo; I’m going to find the Liu family to take over."

"Okay."

Zhou Yu responded, "Are you really okay?"

"I’m fine."

Huo Xingzhou’s voice was extremely calm as he strode along the corridor. His steps were a bit quicker than usual, and as he approached the rest area, he could hear voices coming from the Liu Family’s room; the door was ajar, revealing Du Juan chatting leisurely with Qiao Xi.

It seemed that Du Juan was trying to pave the way for Qiao Xi to bond with the Liu Family.

Qiao Xi sat on a side armchair, her spine straight and her demeanor somewhat serious.

She would only respond after others spoke a few words. Yang Yuerong and Liu Huimin kept trying to find topics to chit-chat about, hoping to learn more about her through conversation.

She was still dressed in that dark green long dress, her skin fair.

Her eyelashes were long and fluttering lightly.

Huo Xingzhou stood at the doorway for a moment before Du Juan inside teased, "What are you doing standing at the door? Enamored by your wife? It seems your eyes are glued to her."

After the teasing, Huo Xingzhou’s expression showed no change.

He walked into the room, placed his hand on Qiao Xi’s shoulder, and said to everyone, "Regarding Xu Xingluo’s matter, I’ve decided to leave it to the Liu Family to make their own decision. Whether to send her to prison, exile her out of the country, or let her fend for herself, the Huo Family will not interfere."

It appeared he was giving the Liu Family plenty of options.

But in reality, he was observing the Liu Family’s attitude towards Xu Xingluo.

With Liu Zongquan, the head of the family, absent, Xu Yunye, as the man in the room capable of handling the situation, said, "Xu Xingluo will pay for everything she has done. Isn’t that right, Mom?"

He even specifically asked Liu Huimin for confirmation, hoping she would take a stance.

Liu Huimin wasn’t a fool either, and she said, "Yes. She should be punished. Our Liu Family will not shield her, and we will demand severe punishment."

"Xu Yunye, the person is in the room at the end of the corridor. Go and take her away."

"Alright."

Xu Yunye agreed and was about to leave when he looked back at Qiao Xi and said, "Don’t worry."

He would not let Xu Xingluo off easily; he would make sure she no longer had any chance to harm her by even a hair.

"Let’s go downstairs to welcome the guests then."

Qiao Xi took Huo Xingzhou’s hand and found an excuse to leave the room. The atmosphere was too affectionate for her liking, even Liu Huimin, who had always been nasty, seemed much more amiable now.

Qiao Xi felt very uncomfortable and awkward about it.

"Okay."

Huo Xingzhou gently patted the back of her hand and led her away.

As Liu Huimin watched her leave without looking back, she sighed wistfully, "She still resists me."

Yang Yuerong said with a smile, "Take it slow. She still has affection for Rongbao and Yunye. Just give her some time." She did not hide her scheming as she spoke to Du Juan.

"I always hear others saying that the girl from the countryside doesn’t match Xingzhou, and it makes me uncomfortable too. If she can recognize our Liu Family, it would be our blessing. After all, the old lady also has some old connections in the Imperial Capital; she might participate in the needlework contest."

Yang Yuerong was candid, hoping that Du Juan would also assist in influencing Qiao Xi’s thinking.

Du Juan understood her meaning and did not refuse.

These wealthy people liked to pave their own way smoothly.

...

Elsewhere.

Qiao Xi, holding onto Huo Xingzhou, descended the spiral staircase, and the man’s intense gaze never leaving her heated Qiao Xi’s heart to tremble. She could feel the strong surge of emotion.

If it hadn’t been for the setting, he might have taken her right then and there.

It seemed he was on the edge of losing control.

"During the time we were apart, just what had happened?" Qiao Xi was extremely curious.

Qiao Xi pursed her lips, feeling her mouth dry.

She only dared to sneak glances at his expression with the corner of her eye, fearing that meeting his gaze would turn her to ash. His palm, which held her hand, was hot and fervent.

Her heart was pounding rapidly.

Just as the two reached the bottom of the spiral staircase, Young Master Zhong and Xiang Mingzhu approached them, and Qiao Xi, trying to control her heart’s flutters, appeared somewhat reserved.