Chu Xiaoge knew she was being scrutinized, and she also lifted her gaze to appraise Lou Zhaonian.

Chu Xiaoge knew this old man; he had previously troubled Xiangsi and Doudou.

Just for this reason, Chu Xiaoge couldn’t possibly show him any pleasant expression.

Without waiting for Chu Xiaoge to speak, Lou Zhaonian averted the situation with a gesture, and two people quickly alighted from the car, seemingly intent on seizing Chu Xiaoge.

"What are you doing? Attempting to snatch someone in broad daylight!" Chu Xiaoge shouted, retreating hurriedly!

As soon as she moved her foot, an agonizing pain surged, nearly causing her to collapse on the ground!

Despicable... All because Shang Dongyuan had gone too far earlier...

Taking advantage of the opportunity, those two rushed forth intending to drag Chu Xiaoge away.

Chu Xiaoge’s heart skipped a beat; thinking that if she were taken away just like that, who knew what kind of trouble would arise. Just as she intended to resist, a force at her elbow pulled her backward!

Startled, Chu Xiaoge was about to turn her head to see who ambushed her from the back when her back collided with a warm chest!

Then, a low shout floated down from above, "Daring to snatch someone at Shang Group’s doorstep, you have some nerve!"

This powerful voice... Chu Xiaoge instantly understood.

Shang Dongyuan had arrived...

A strange sense of calm settled in her heart.

Chu Xiaoge stopped moving erratically, carefully raising her gaze to look at the man behind her.

Shang Dongyuan happened to lower his head to gaze at her, the amber eyes tinged with anger, seemingly questioning why she attempted to flee.

Flustered, Chu Xiaoge quickly averted her eyes, a bit guilty.

Got caught red-handed...

On the other side, seeing Shang Dongyuan’s arrival, Lou Zhaonian wasn’t frightened at all, rather he sneered coldly, "I, Lou Zhaonian, have never needed a reason to take someone!"

As soon as Lou Zhaonian spoke, those two, previously hesitating due to Shang Dongyuan’s arrival, immediately lunged towards Chu Xiaoge again!

In a flash, two individuals at Shang Dongyuan’s back rushed out to confront Lou Zhaonian’s men!

Despite this, Shang Dongyuan furrowed his brow tightly!

No matter how things stand, Lou Zhaonian was once respectfully addressed as the old superior.

Such a person, regardless of in the police force or society, has significant connections.

When he wants to seize someone, he naturally doesn’t need any reason.

The problem lies here; if he intends to deal with Chu Xiaoge, he could easily fabricate any charges and send her to prison.

This isn’t a joke; those occupying the top of the food chain are innately involved in a lawless, predatory cycle.

Social reality and darkness aren’t confined to just this tiny place.

By then, even if Shang Dongyuan strives to rescue Chu Xiaoge, who knows how many days later it’ll be, not to mention how much suffering Chu Xiaoge may endure within those days or even if released, she might end up with a criminal record.

That’s precisely what makes Lou Zhaonian the hardest to deal with.

Originally, the Lou Family began their decline, but later, due to a marriage alliance with the Murong Family, they managed to hang on.

Shang Bifang chose to marry Lou Zhaonian also for the sake of his connections.

Shielded in Shang Dongyuan’s embrace, Chu Xiaoge saw his tightly furrowed brow and realized it was unlikely they’d escape easily this time.

"I’m sorry..." she murmured softly, clutching the corner of his shirt, apologizing mournfully.