Chapter 15: Don't worry, I have strong kidneys

Bo Yanchen didn't explain, but asked, "How's Zixuan doing now?"

Fu Zixuan is He Jingcheng's nephew.

He Jingcheng said:

"When I went to see him at the hospital this afternoon, he was still sleeping. My sister said he had an episode today, charged out of the hospital, and threw a tantrum on the main road. Fortunately, he ran into a girl who knew medicine, or else the consequences would have been unimaginable. How's Baby Shen doing recently?"

Bo Yanchen flicked his cigarette ash, "Still the same old."

He Jingcheng said, "Don't be too upset. Xiaobei said that psychological illness has a high chance of miracles. They're still young now; they might be able to overcome their demons as they grow up."

Bo Yanchen smoked his cigarette and didn't respond.

The illnesses of Fu Zixuan and Baby Shen were different, after all.

Fu Zixuan developed a trauma after being kidnapped, but for Baby Shen… it was caused by a deep obsession with his mother.

Mental illness requires the right remedy, and if Fu Zixuan could overcome his fear, naturally he could recover.

But Baby Shen couldn't. If he never finds his birth mother in this lifetime, his illness might never heal and could only get worse.

He Jingcheng suddenly leaned in close, making a face,

"I smell women's perfume on you. Do you have a woman in your life now?"

He Jingcheng was a notorious playboy, very sensitive in this regard.

Bo Yanchen pulled his thoughts back, his eyebrows knitting together, "No."

"Then why do I smell perfume on you? It's a nice fruity scent, women's perfume, very distinctive, never seen before, like it's a limited edition… That perfume must be quite expensive, and the woman who uses it definitely isn't ordinary. Come on, tell me, which family's daughter has succeeded? You haven't had anyone throw themselves at you for years, how did this one succeed? Is she different from the others?"

He Jingcheng knew Bo Yanchen well. In his heart, there was only Baby Shen's birth mother, and for these years he's been more chaste than a monk.

There were so many women throwing themselves at him, but not one could even get close to him.

Only Shen Jiaoyue had more contact with him, but she definitely never got close either.

Bo Yanchen's expression turned sour.

The image of Tang Nuanning tiptoeing, wrapping one arm around him and pulling his tie with the other to kiss him, flashed through his mind over and over again.

Seeing he remained silent, He Jingcheng didn't press, but instead said:

"Although your feelings for Baby Shen's birth mother are profound, no disrespect, but we can't even say if that woman is alive or dead, let alone whether she has remarried.

If she now has a husband and kids and a happy family, would you really tear them apart?

There are many ways to show gratitude; you don't have to dedicate your body to it.

You're preserving your chastity for her, but for all you know, she might be in another man's arms right now..."

Bo Yanchen immediately gave him a cold glare.

He Jingcheng chuckled,

"Don't be angry, I'm just saying 'if'... Take my advice, man—enjoy life while you can. After all, you're a man who has 'eaten meat' before. It's been six years; aren't you eager?"

Bo Yanchen flicked the cigarette ash, "I'm not as desperate as you."

He Jingcheng laughed, "I worry that thing of yours will go bad from lack of use."

"You better worry about yourself, using it too much might break it."

"No fears, I've got strong kidneys."

Bo Yanchen rolled his eyes at him. Suddenly his phone rang. It was the butler from home, sounding anxious,

"Sir, the young master is refusing to eat dinner again. He hasn't touched a bite until now, and I'm worried about his health."

Bo Yanchen asked coldly, "Why isn't he eating?"

"I don't know. The young master refuses to speak."

Bo Yanchen's expression turned grim. Recently, Baby Shen had been talking less and less, averaging less than one sentence a day.

"I understand."

After hanging up the phone, Bo Yanchen extinguished his cigarette in the ashtray, stood up, and walked out.

He Jingcheng asked, "Baby Shen?"

"Hmm, he won't eat. You guys keep playing; I need to leave. I'll cover tonight's expenses, charge it to my card later."

Bo Yanchen sauntered out, and the others in the private room immediately ceased their activities and saw him off.

Bo Yanchen waved his hand, indicating they should continue their fun, and left promptly.

A group crowded around He Jingcheng,

"Brother Cheng, why did Brother Chen leave so soon after arriving?"

He Jingcheng shook his head helplessly, "He went home to accompany Baby Shen."

Everyone present were intimate friends and were also aware of Baby Shen's condition. Upon hearing his words, they sighed,

"Brother Chen has had it tough, playing both mother and father these years. Where could Baby Shen's mom have gone?"

"To let go of such an outstanding man like Brother Chen, isn't that just foolish?!"

He Jingcheng's eyelids twitched,

"Who are you calling dumb? I think you're the dumb one, daring to talk about the woman Yanchen holds dear. Be careful, or Yanchen might drill a hole in your head and pour some shit in, turning you directly into an idiot."

The person who had just spoken realized his mistake and quickly slapped himself,

"I was fighting on Brother Chen's behalf. I won't dare to do it again in the future."

"Alright, now that you know she resides at the apex of Yanchen's heart, don't talk behind her back anymore. Go have fun, Yanchen is treating today, enjoy it, and don't be too polite to him."

The private room became lively again, as He Jingcheng continued to smoke by himself.

In fact, he felt quite sorry for Bo Yanchen; he was distinguished and successful in his work, but his love life was a complete mess!

Alas... even heroes struggle with love.

Why bother with love when you can enjoy life taking it easy and following simple pleasures?

(Note to self: remember these words for He Jingcheng's little notebook.)

...

Meanwhile, Tang Nuanning had already taken a taxi and left.

Thinking back to the scene where she had taken the initiative to kiss someone, her cheeks were still burning hot.

She had never in her life considered taking the initiative to kiss someone.

During her university years, Xia Tiantian and Nan Wan said she was the epitome of conservatism.

If it weren't for wanting to shut him up, she would never have done such a thing!

And to add insult to injury, she lost 250 yuan, which was enough to buy three sets of autumn clothes for three children...

As Tang Nuanning was pondering, a luxury car suddenly charged in front of them, blocking their way.

Two men in black got out, forcibly dragged her from the car, and took her to the side of the road.

Tang Nuanning panicked, struggling and shouting,

"Who are you, let go of me! Let me go!"

She was taken to a bridge where a glamorously dressed woman was waiting for her.

Tang Nuanning found her somewhat familiar.

But because the woman was wearing a mask and sunglasses, she couldn't recognize who it was.

Just as she was about to ask, the woman came up and slapped her, "Slut!"

"!" Tang Nuanning was stunned by the hit.

She was restrained by two bodyguards, unable to fight back, only able to scold,

"Who are you? What gives you the right to hit me!"

"Shameless slut, daring to seduce my man, I think you don't want to live!" The woman slapped her two more times.

Tang Nuanning's face burned with pain, and she exploded,

"You're the slut! Are you crazy, who did I seduce? Speak clearly!"

Shen Jiaoyue pinched her chin, squeezing hard and glaring at her,

"You dare to seduce but won't admit it, slut! I warn you, Achen is a man you could never aspire to in your lifetime, only I am worthy of him! If you dare to seduce him again, I will kill you! Don't think just because you're a bit pretty, you can climb up the ladder and become a phoenix!

You two, ruin this face for me, it's disgusting to look at! I want to see how you plan to seduce Achen without this face!"

Tang Nuanning saw the men beside her actually took out a dagger, and she was shocked.

After the assault, they even wanted to disfigure her?

She wouldn't tolerate such bullying!

She stepped on one man's toes, and while he let go from the pain, she quickly took out her anti-wolf spray from her bag and sprayed it fiercely at the two men!

This anti-wolf spray was something Little Second had prepared for her, and it was quite potent.

"Hiss—" The two bodyguards winced, rubbing their eyes in pain.

With her hands free, Tang Nuanning grabbed Shen Jiaoyue's collar and "slap slap slap slap slap!"

She slapped her several times before feeling relieved and warned,

"I don't know you, nor do I know any Achen. Stay away from me, don't think I'm an easy target! If you trouble me again, I'll call the police!"

After saying that, she pushed Shen Jiaoyue away and ran off.

She ran fast, crossing the street within minutes to get to the other side.

Shen Jiaoyue was still in high heels and twisted her ankle on the spot, her face and foot throbbing in pain, she sat on the ground and yelled,

"Kill that bitch for me! If you don't kill her, you can go die! Wuu wuu wuu..."

The bodyguards, ignoring their sore eyes, hurriedly chased after Tang Nuanning.

Just as they reached the other side, a deep male voice suddenly came from behind,

"Stop right there!"