Chapter 191 - Chapter 191: Hunter
Chapter 191: Hunter
Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations
Upon spotting Liao Ning unharmed, seated beside Lin Wan and offering her solace, Zhou Ling finally breathed a sigh of relief.
“Ling!” Liao Ning waved excitedly at Zhou Ling.
Zhou Ling approached with a stern expression, prepared to reprimand Liao Ning. However, before he could utter a word, Liao Ning playfully tugged at a corner of his sleeve, conceding her mistake.
“I know I messed up. I shouldn’t have rushed here alone without waiting for you. It won’t happen again, I promise!” Liao Ning blinked, casting a coquettish glance at Zhou Ling.
Observing his girlfriend’s adorable admission of fault, Zhou Ling found himself unable to lecture her, no matter how much he may have wanted to.
Furrowing his brow, Zhou Ling fell into silence. Eventually, he sighed and spoke in a gentle tone, “You have to be careful. Don’t put yourself in such situations again. It worries me, alright?”
Liao Ning nodded eagerly.
Only then did Lin Wan realize that Liao Ning had truly arrived alone. Earlier, when she had instructed Ni to allow Liao Ning to bring others, she had assumed that Liao Ning had indeed brought reinforcements. However, Liao Ning had swiftly departed, arriving here ahead of the others.
“Colonel Zhou Ling, this is my fault. Boss acted impulsively out of concern for me. Please don’t blame her!” Lin Wan offered a sincere bow to Zhou Ling and Liao Ning, grateful for Liao Ning’s courageous act of risking her life to save her, and feeling remorseful for nearly placing Liao Ning in danger.
Zhou Ling and Liao Ning averted their gaze, refusing to accept Lin Wan’s bow.
Maintaining his stoic expression, Zhou Ling addressed Lin Wan, saying, “Miss Lin, you need not feel guilty. You and Ningning are not only business partners but also good friends. It is only natural for friends to come to each other’s aid in times of peril. I was solely concerned about Ningning acting recklessly. Too many people on the other side could prove detrimental. Not only would it hinder our ability to rescue you, but it could also alert the adversaries and complicate the subsequent rescue operation.”
“Ling is right. I acted impulsively today, but it’s not entirely my fault!” Liao Ning sheepishly tapped the tip of her nose. “It’s all because of Wei Nan, belittling my capabilities. After all, I hold a certified hunter qualification. I simply couldn’t tolerate his disparaging remarks. Thus, I taught him a lesson.”
Lin Wan understood that both Zhou Ling and Liao Ning spoke to alleviate her burden, prompting her to respond, “Yes, everything that happened today is solely Wei Nan’s fault!”
While the three of them engaged in conversation, the police had already conducted their investigation, confirming that Wei Nan had intended to lure Lin Wan to his current location and abduct her. As for the photo he had sent, depicting Wei Xin being held captive, it was a fabrication. Wei Nan had not actually kidnapped Wei Xin.
Upon learning that the photo was doctored and Wei Nan’s intention was merely to bring Lin Wan back to his residence, she regarded him with a mixture of disbelief and disdain.
“We are already divorced, Mr. Wei. Don’t you understand that it is illegal for you to act in this manner?” Lin Wan expressed her helplessness.
Wei Nan nodded solemnly. “I am aware, but I am filled with resentment. After you left me, I realized that you were the person I loved the most. I am resentful that our long-standing relationship has come to such an end.”
“A delayed affection is as insignificant as grass,” Liao Ning whispered into Zhou Ling’s ear with a mischievous smile.
Bending down to accommodate her actions, Zhou Ling allowed her to get closer to his ear.
Upon hearing Liao Ning’s remark, a fond smile graced Zhou Ling’s face. “Your observation is astute and pragmatic.”
True to expectations, Wei Nan was taken into custody and escorted to the police station.
Before departing, Wei Nan sincerely apologized to Lin Wan. She met his gaze, noting the profound remorse in his eyes, and softly replied, “I hear your apology, but I will not grant forgiveness.”
Wei Nan was not surprised by Lin Wan’s response. If anything, he felt a twinge of satisfaction. Not being forgiven meant there was still hatred. In this way, Lin Wan would remember him for the rest of her life, and he would forever hold a place in her heart.
As Lin Wan watched the police car carrying Wei Nan disappear into the distance, a heavy sigh escaped her lips. She had harbored feelings for him since their youth, and she understood the intentions behind every action he took. She was well aware of the thoughts running through his mind at that moment, but she chose not to brutally shatter his illusions.
“You still find it difficult to bring yourself to do it,” Liao Ning spoke up at the opportune moment.
A sense of relief washed over Lin Wan as she smiled gently. “Indeed. He was once the young man I deeply loved. Let him believe that I will forever hold a
grudge against him..”