The Rest of My Life

I was surprised.

I had guessed that his mission had something to do with the court, but I had not expected that Zhou Xun would be involved.

But Zhou Xun didn't say anything to me...

And I was so frightened that I even made up my mind that if the court threatened him with me, I would kill myself...

Perhaps he saw through the anger in my heart. Tao Zhizhou smiled in embarrassment: "This matter is a bit complicated. I'll let the third young master explain it to you in person when he comes back."

I nodded.

This matter was indeed better left to Zhou Xun.

It was still raining outside, but I was relieved to see that Tao Zhizhou had caught up with the court.

Then, I thought of Rui Rui. I didn't know if the bodyguards had protected him well …

I sent for him.

Seeing this, Tao Zhizhou hurriedly said, "I just saw him. He's fine, you don't have to worry."

I looked at him suspiciously.

He smiled at me to reassure me.

I was silent for a moment, then chose to believe him.

After a pause, I changed the topic and asked curiously, "Didn't you always dislike Uncle Zhou?"

Tao Zhizhou hardened his face and said, "No, you must have misunderstood."

I looked at him dubiously.

He avoided my gaze and scratched his head in embarrassment, saying, "Alright, I really didn't like him in the beginning …" I hear he's been dealing with criminals for years... "

It should be about Zhou Xun doing business with the mercenaries.

I smiled in understanding.

He could tell that Tao Zhizhou was a man who hated evil. He had misunderstood Zhou Xun and thought that he was doing something illegal.

Sure enough, he continued, "Last Wednesday, Young Master agreed to help out Gu Qi. I just found out that he was actually pretending to do business with them … I misunderstood him. "

I couldn't help but laugh. "Uncle Zhou is a very good person. He wouldn't do anything bad."

After saying that, I was stunned.

Just a moment ago, I was still feeling indignant over his concealment, but now, I couldn't help but speak up for him …

Maybe it was because I knew he must have his reasons.

Thinking of this, I couldn't help but sigh secretly.

No matter what Zhou Xun did, I couldn't seem to blame him. I couldn't argue with him.

Tao Zhizhou said, "I will continue to stay here and protect you and Third Young Master's safety until Third Young Master returns."

I quickly collected my thoughts and thanked him.

His entire body was drenched, making him look rather pathetic. In addition, all of his subordinates looked like they had been drenched from head to toe.

Although the house was heated, this made it easier to catch a cold.

I hastily said, "Why don't you all change your clothes?"

Zhou Xun had a lot of clothes on him, and even if they had the numbers, it would definitely be sufficient.

Tao Zhizhou looked hesitant.

I guess he didn't want to get into trouble.

As a public official, he was used to politely rejecting the common people.

I smiled. "It's alright. You know that Uncle Zhou does not lack those clothes. On the other hand, you should take care of yourselves. Don't you care about your own body? Don't you feel sorry for your men? If you all catch a cold, you might not be able to handle the case for days to come. Wouldn't that be a loss? "

Tao Zhizhou nodded.

Some of the people he brought were from the task force. I had worked with them, and they were on good terms with me.

I smiled and hurried for the servant to take them upstairs to change.

Tao Zhizhou did not refuse and followed the servant upstairs.

I called for the servants to make some ginger soup so that we could drink a bowl of cold water later.

After all, it was in the middle of winter. Once he caught a cold, he would definitely feel uncomfortable.

At this time, Zhou Ning returned with Rui Rui.

Surprised, I quickly went up to greet him.

Zhou Ning's entire body was drenched. When he walked in, his clothes were still dripping wet, but Rui Rui was clean. Not only did it not rain, he looked very tidy.

I was relieved to see that Rui was all right.

Then I turned to Zhou Ning and said, "Quickly go and change your clothes."

Zhou Ning nodded and gave Rui to me.

I held Rui Rui in my arms and caressed his hair. I asked softly, "Is Rui Rui scared?"

He wrapped his arms tightly around my neck and said in a soft voice, "Don't be afraid."

I could actually feel him trembling, but he pretended he was fine, probably because he was afraid I would worry.

Such delicacy and consideration.

At the same time, I feel gratified but also a little sour. He is only three years old, but he is already so sensible.

But I actually wanted him to grow up like an ordinary child, with his own preferences and his own dreams.

However … He was the great-grandson of the Zhou family, and the responsibility he had to take on was much greater. Otherwise, Big Brother Zhou wouldn't have trained him since he was young …

Thinking up to here, I couldn't help but to quietly sigh. I felt an extraordinary amount of pity for him.

I pretended that I didn't notice his fear as I carried him onto the sofa and stuck close to him. I purposely said, "Little aunt was just scared. Rui Rui, can you accompany me?"

Rui stuck out his small chest, and patted me on the back with his chubby hands, saying in a soft voice, "Little aunt is not afraid, Rui Rui will protect you!"

I smiled and said softly, "That Rui Rui kissed little aunt, little aunt isn't afraid."

He immediately did as he was told and actually did the same action as Zhou Yong, prodding me with his forehead. He said like a little adult: "Don't be afraid, Rui Rui is here ~ ~"

I couldn't help but raise my eyebrows.

Rui was too cute.

I could feel him slowly relaxing. He was probably no longer afraid, so I immediately felt relieved.

Then I put my arms around him and didn't ask him where he'd been, afraid he'd be scared again.

Zhou Ning quickly changed his clothes and went downstairs before Tao Zhizhou did.

I immediately had the servant bring the ginger soup over and told him, "Drink a bowl first, don't catch a cold."

Zhou Ning did as he was told.

Just in case, I gave Rui Rui half a bowl to drink.

After that, I asked about some important matters. "Where did you go just now?"

Zhou Ning did not hide anything and said: "Actually, I know what happened to Captain Tao and the rest. I intentionally ran out to lure the people under my command to let them think that I had been caught."

I was stunned.

It turned out that he was also aware of Tao Zhizhou and Zhou Xun's plans.

However, after thinking about it, he realized that he was Zhou Xun's trusted aide, so it was not surprising that he knew of it.

I looked at him. "Is Uncle Zhou the one who told you to hide it from me?"

He seemed to pause and not deny it.

I was instantly depressed. Why was Zhou Xun hiding this from me …

Initially, I wanted to ask Zhou Xun about his condition. However, since Zhou Xun wanted him to hide it from me, I doubt that he would tell me about it.

I had to restrain my emotions and said, "You …. You're not hurt, right? "

Zhou Ning shook his head.

I replied, "That's good." After a pause, I said, "The bodyguards outside …"

Since Rui was there, I didn't say what I wanted to say, but Zhou Ning understood and said: "Don't worry, everyone is fine."

I let out a long breath.

To tell the truth, when I was upstairs, I felt really bad seeing all my bodyguards fall one by one.

Some bodyguards and Zhou An protected me together. After staying by my side for at least half a year, how could I just watch them die?

Fortunately, they were all fake.

If Zhou Ning knew of Zhou Xun and Tao Zhizhou's plans in advance, he definitely wouldn't let his men take the risk.

Rui suddenly called Anning, blinking his big eyes, "Do you know where my uncle is?"

I pricked up my ears.

Because I knew he wouldn't tell me, I didn't ask, but Rui spoke up. I don't think he would lie to Rui.

Zhou Ning patted his head and comforted him: "Uncle is very safe and will be back soon. Rui Rui, wait a while, ok?"

Rui was a bit sad, but he still obediently agreed.

Zhou Ning smiled and patted his shoulder, just like how he treated adults.

Rui immediately puffed up his chest.

I noticed that no matter if it was Big Brother Zhou, Zhou Xun, or the people around Zhou Xun, they all treated Rui Rui like a little lord.

On the other hand, Rui Rui was like a child when she was following Grandpa Zhou. Grandpa Zhou always had a good time either taking him to see his old comrade or riding him.

I thought about it, maybe this was the Zhou family's way of education.

Grandpa Zhou had doted on him, and Big Brother Zhou's strict training had made him realize earlier that he should take on the corresponding responsibilities.

Then Zhou Ning told me about his departure from the court.

He led the court to the back of the villa, where there was a forest and bodyguards had been lying in ambush for a long time now.

Zhou Ning sent his bodyguards to deal with his subordinates, while he himself returned and ran to the backyard to protect Rui Rui.

That was why Rui Rui was so happy. Rui Rui never left the mansion.

Zhou Ning hesitated for a moment and said: "When I saw Rui Rui, the people in the court were just outside, but they didn't seem to see Rui Rui …"

In other words, they weren't going to capture Rui Rui?

I listened in a daze.

I had been worried about Rui Rui's comfort. I was afraid that the court would not only want to capture me, but also Rui to threaten Zhou Xun.

But from what Zhou Ning said, Rui Rui didn't seem to be the goal of this court?

This surprised me.

I couldn't figure out the joints, so I just looked at Zhou Ning.

Zhou Ning was silent for a moment, then said: "I'm not too sure about this either."

It seemed that he would have to wait for Zhou Xun's return.

I didn't ask.

It just so happened that Tao Zhizhou came down.

I heard footsteps and looked up.

He was wearing Zhou Xun's clothes, and for a moment I thought it was Zhou Xun.

Tao Zhizhou approached me and thanked me. "It's a good fit. I've troubled you."

Then he turned to Zhou Ning and nodded.

Zhou Ning smiled back.

I couldn't help but glance at Tao Zhizhou.

He was indeed very similar to Zhou Xun, not in terms of facial features. The main difference was that they shared similar temperaments, even having the same height and build.

Plus, he was wearing Zhou Xun's clothes, so I almost made a mistake.

Tao Zhizhou didn't notice my abnormality and said to me, "Third Young Master should have finished his work by now. I think he'll be back in less than half an hour."

I've been waiting for Zhou Xun to come back early, so I'm happy to hear it.

Tao Zhizhou added, "Oh right, Zixian will also come tonight."

I started.

He said, "However, the weather isn't too good. I wonder if the plane will be able to land."

And I'm very curious why Shen Zixian is here, is he here for a job?

But like Tao Zhizhou said, the weather was bad, and the task force didn't have a murder case right now, so they didn't need him at all. Why did he run over here in such a hurry?

Unfortunately, Tao Zhizhou didn't explain to me.

As he was speaking, the door suddenly opened.

I looked over at once.

Zhou Xun was standing by the hallway, and he was also looking at me.

Their eyes met.

His eyes were deep and filled with a hint of a smile.

My eyes ached.

He's back!

I automatically looked at the clock on the wall. He was due home before dinner at five in the afternoon.

Somehow I choked up.