Awakening the Phoenix Flow System after the breakup, I'm so happy!

Qin Xue was completely unprepared and lost her footing, crashing directly into Chen Yang's chest.

Her nose bumped against Chen Yang's firm muscles, and the stinging sensation almost brought tears to her eyes.

"What are you doing? Let me go right now!"

Qin Xue was a little annoyed and reached out to push Chen Yang's shoulders.

Although the corridor was quiet and deserted, the two of them embracing like this was a rather embarrassing position.

Chen Yang didn't let go; instead, he tightened his grip and rested his chin on her shoulder, inhaling the fragrance of her hair.

"Miss Qin, what you're saying is unreasonable. You were the one who took the initiative to throw yourself into my arms. If I pushed you away, I would be so unromantic."

Chen Yang spoke lazily, his tone blatantly sarcastic.

Qin Xue's cheeks flushed bright red instantly, even her earlobes felt hot, and she said coquettishly:

"Stop being so presumptuous. I paid you to investigate, so you better behave yourself and don't try to take advantage of me."

Although she was defiant, being held so tightly in Chen Yang's arms, enveloped by his warm, masculine breath, made her steady breathing become erratic.

Chen Yang couldn't help but laugh out loud, finding it quite amusing when this aloof young lady acted arrogantly.

"Okay, okay, I'll behave myself, but you'd better stay in my arms and don't move around, or I can't guarantee that this glass will be able to stop the peanuts on the other side."

Hearing this nonsensical remark, Qin Xue was stunned for a moment, completely unaware of what Chen Yang was talking about.

What kind of peanuts?

What is this guy saying? He's clearly trying to take advantage of me. I originally thought he was a good person.

Just then, a very faint "poof" sound was heard.

Suddenly, a small hole, about the size of a finger, appeared in the huge panoramic floor-to-ceiling window next to them.

Broken glass shards clattered and fell to the floor, gleaming coldly in the dim light of the corridor.

A brass bullet grazed Qin Xue's cheek and flew past, hitting the load-bearing wall opposite and creating a small crater!

Qin Xue screamed in fright, her legs went weak, and she almost collapsed to the ground.

Chen Yang put his arm around her waist, and with a quick roll, they hid behind a nearby concrete pillar.

He had most of his body pressed against Qin Xue, one hand protecting the back of her head, the two of them pressed tightly against the cold tile floor.

The corridor was deathly silent, save for the sound of their intermittent breathing.

"See? I told you there was danger. If I hadn't pulled you out, your pretty face would have been all cut open."

Chen Yang whispered something in her ear.

What kind of time is this to be joking around!

Qin Xue gasped for breath, her chest heaving violently, still in a state of extreme terror.

This was the first time in her life she had experienced a real assassination attempt.

"What's going on? Who wants to kill me?"

Qin Xue's voice was trembling as she clung tightly to Chen Yang's clothes, as if grasping at a lifeline.

"Who else could it be? Of course, it's someone who doesn't want you to investigate further."

Chen Yang peeked out and, using the reflection in the corridor glass, observed the situation of the building across the street.

Across the street is an unfinished building under construction, about two or three hundred meters from the hospital, making it an excellent sniping spot.

"We can't stay here and become sitting ducks; we have to get out of here."

Chen Yang grabbed Qin Xue, bent over, and ran along the wall toward the stairwell.

Qin Xue was wearing high heels today, which made running particularly difficult, and she almost twisted her ankle several times.

"No, I can't run anymore, these shoes are too cumbersome."

Qin Xue leaned against the wall, panting, her forehead covered in fine beads of sweat.

Without saying a word, Chen Yang squatted down, grabbed her ankle, took off her high heels, and tossed them aside.

"At a time like this, who cares about shoes?"

Chen Yang casually pinched the back of her foot, then stood up, bent down, and picked her up in his arms.

Qin Xue gasped and instinctively wrapped her arms around Chen Yang's neck.

"Put me down, I can walk by myself."

Qin Xue slapped his back in embarrassment and annoyance. Being held barefoot by a man like this was too embarrassing, especially in this position, which she had never experienced before.

"If you want to get headshot by the sniper on the other side, you can run now, and I won't stop you."

Chen Yang replied irritably, then picked her up and strode into the fire escape.

The stairwell was dark, with only motion-activated lights flickering in response to their footsteps.

Qin Xue was so frightened by his words that she dared not make a sound. She obediently huddled in his arms, listening to the strong heartbeat in his chest.

For some reason, despite being in such a dangerous situation, she felt an unprecedented sense of security when she leaned against this man's chest.

Qin Xue secretly lifted her eyelids and looked at Chen Yang's angular profile, her heart involuntarily quickening its pace.

Although this guy is a bit of a jerk and always likes to take advantage of others, he's actually quite reliable when things get dangerous.

The two went down the stairs to the underground parking garage.

Chen Yang shoved Qin Xue into the passenger seat of the black Maybach, then went around to the driver's seat and stepped on the gas pedal. The car shot off like an arrow.

It wasn't until the car entered the bustling street and merged into the traffic that Qin Xue's tense nerves finally relaxed a little.

She turned to look at Chen Yang, who was driving, bit her lower lip, and whispered, "Thank you for earlier."

Chen Yang, with one hand on the steering wheel and the other on the car window, turned around and smiled at her upon hearing this:

"Miss Qin, that thank you is far too perfunctory. I risked my life to save you, and you don't even offer any real thanks?"

Qin Xue rolled her eyes at him; the little bit of goodwill she had just built up was completely shattered by his words.

"Whatever you want as a token of appreciation, I've already said the amount. Write whatever you want, and I'll sign a check for you when we get back."

Chen Yang shook his head and sighed seriously.

"Talking about money is too hurtful. I've seen it on TV, after a hero saves a damsel in distress, shouldn't the damsel in distress repay him with her body? If all else fails, a kiss would be fine too."

Qin Xue was furious; this man was simply pushing his luck.

"Chen Yang, can you be serious for once? Someone is trying to kill me. I don't have time to joke with you like this."

She turned her head to look out the window, but her bright red ears betrayed her flustered state of mind.

Chen Yang knew when to stop teasing her, and the carriage fell silent.

The car sped through the night, heading towards the Qin family's old residence.

Qin Xue looked at the streetlights rushing past the car window, her mind in turmoil. Had her second uncle really become so heartless and insane for the sake of the family fortune?

"Don't overthink it. With me here, no one can lay a finger on you."

Chen Yang's deep voice rang out in the quiet carriage.

Qin Xue turned to look at him, her peach blossom eyes radiating a reassuring power.

She gave a soft "hmm," and the corners of her mouth couldn't help but turn up slightly.

"Turn right at the next intersection, and you'll be almost at the old house. We need to go in through the back door; there are no security cameras there."

Qin Xue pointed to the intersection ahead and whispered a reminder.

Chen Yang turned the steering wheel and the car turned into a dark alley.