The richest man's parents were kidnapped, and his adorable son captivated the entire family.

Gu Yinshen's body jolted violently, and he almost lost his grip on the teacup.

He looked up at Ruolan and saw the bloodshot look in her eyes. His heart felt like it had been struck by a heavy hammer.

His Adam's apple bobbed up and down, and a look of undisguised pain and guilt flashed across his face.

The daughter they never met was a permanent scar in their hearts.

If it weren't for Ji Mengran's entanglement and their own negligence back then, that child would have been born safely and become the most precious member of their family.

Gu Yinshen closed his eyes, suppressing his surging emotions, and said in a low voice, "Okay, let's go together. I'll arrange everything."

His voice was hoarse, conveying a sense of suppressed grief and self-reproach.

Ruolan glanced at him, then said nothing more. She simply lowered her head, took a sip of tea, and tried to hide the tears welling up in her eyes.

The aroma of tea remained warm, but her heart was still haunted by the departure of that child, unable to find peace.

The silence between the two was filled with deep regret and pain.

Ruolan glanced out the window unintentionally.

His pupils suddenly contracted slightly.

That small figure came into her sight again...

A little boy, dressed in tattered, dirty clothes and with a face covered in dust, cautiously peered over the wall of the Gu family's castle. He peered in, observing everything inside with a mixture of wariness and longing.

He looked no more than three or four years old, as thin as a bamboo pole, but his eyes were exceptionally bright, carrying a hint of stubbornness and caution.

Ruolan has seen this scene far too many times these days.

The little boy always lingered around the Gu family's house, but dared not go closer.

Ruolan's eyes flashed, her fingers gripping the teacup tightened slightly, and complex emotions welled up inside her.

Who exactly is this child?

Why does he always sneak into the Gu family's house?

She could no longer pretend she couldn't see anything...

Whatever secrets this child may be hiding, some things must be resolved.

Ruolan put down her teacup, trying to make her tone sound natural, "Yinshen, ask the kitchen to add a dish of sweet and sour pork ribs, Mengmeng likes it."

Gu Yinshen glanced at her and nodded, "Okay, I'll go and tell them."

Ruolan gave a faint smile and watched him push the wheelchair away before standing up.

She walked lightly along the path toward the wall.

The little boy clearly didn't notice her approaching and remained perched on the wall.

Ruolan stopped and looked at him silently for a moment before slowly asking, "What are you looking at?"

Lele was startled by the sudden sound, and her body shrank back, almost falling off the wall.

He looked up in a panic, his eyes full of vigilance, like a small animal cornered.

Ruolan's gaze was gentle, yet carried an undeniable firmness.

She slowly approached, her voice soft yet authoritative, "You've come many times before, always spying here. Tell me, who are you looking for?"

Lele lowered her head timidly, clutching the tattered hem of her clothes tightly with both hands, her voice as soft as a mosquito's buzz.

"I'm looking for my mother... She's been locked up in the Gu family..."

Ruolan's heart sank, her brows furrowed, and a sense of unease welled up within her.

People from the Gu family are always gentle and kind, and never abuse their power, unless... that person is really special and has done something unforgivable.

Her voice became slightly hurried.

"Who is your mother? What does she look like? Tell me, why was she locked up?"

Lele raised her head, just about to open her mouth,

A deep, cold voice came from behind her, "Ruolan."

Ruolan suddenly turned around and saw Gu Yinshen standing behind her at some point, his expression normal, but a hint of coldness in his eyes.

He glanced at Lele coldly, then raised his hand and gave a signal to the servants behind him.

"Take him away."

The servants immediately stepped forward, grabbed Lele's arm without any hesitation, and dragged him away from the wall.

Lele struggled frantically, glancing back at Ruolan as if she wanted to say something, but was quickly dragged away by the servants.

Ruolan frowned, turned to look at Gu Yinshen, and asked in confusion, "Why didn't you let me finish asking? This child seems to know something."

Gu Yinshen's expression was calm, and his tone was somewhat reassuring, "There's nothing to ask. He's just a beggar from the neighborhood, making up stories to get attention."

Don't worry, I'll arrange his life and send him to a suitable place so he won't bother you again.

As Ruolan watched Lele's departing figure, she felt a vague sense of unease.

The child's eyes seemed to hold an undisguised anxiety and longing, even a hint of sadness that made her heart clench.

She paused for a moment, then looked away and said softly, "I hope... I'm just overthinking it."

However, her hands clenched slightly, and the complex emotions in her heart could not be calmed for a long time.

Night came,

As soon as Mengmeng returned to the Gu family castle, she was surrounded by Xiao Hei and Mimi.

They squeezed forward, vying to get close to her.

While stroking the leopard's head, Mengmeng stroked Xiao Hei's neck, coaxing them in a sweet, childish voice, "Be good."

The entire Gu family couldn't help but smile as they watched this scene.

Ruolan stood to the side and said with a smile, "Our Mengmeng is really loved by animals, like a little princess in the forest."

However, there was no sign of relief on Gu Shiyu's face.

His gaze swept over the car outside the door, and his brow furrowed slightly.

He gestured to his servants to open the trunk of the car.

But when the trunk was opened, it was empty; the imprisoned Master Ziyang was gone.

"what happened?"

Gu Shiyu's voice was as cold as frost, and his brows furrowed instantly. "Where is he?"

The bodyguard was also astonished. "Young Master, he was clearly... clearly locked in the trunk, and there wasn't a single abnormality the whole way, but...!"

Gu Shiyu's face darkened, his eyes revealing a suppressed sense of danger.

He glanced at the remaining talismans in the trunk, a sense of unease creeping into his heart.

The Taoist Master Ziyang possesses extraordinary magical abilities; he can escape even with severed limbs right under their noses. He is by no means an easy opponent!

This matter was far more complicated than he had anticipated.

"The Purple Sun Taoist has disappeared?"

After hearing Mengmeng's description of the harrowing experience of being kidnapped by Ziyang, Gu Yinshen also wanted to see how Ziyang Daoist was doing.

He walked over, saw the empty trunk, and his gaze turned cold.

"Didn't Mengmeng say she had crippled his hands and feet?"

"Yes."

Gu Shiyu's face was cold and hard, his eyes filled with regret and self-blame. "I underestimated his magic. He was seriously injured but still managed to escape. He is no ordinary person."

Hearing the adults' conversation, Mengmeng took Gu Shiyu's hand, shook it gently, and said softly, "Brother, did that bad Taoist priest run away? It's okay, I have Wanwansui to protect me."

Gu Shiyu raised his hand and patted Mengmeng's head, managing a forced, reassuring smile.

But the unease deep in his eyes grew even stronger.

Master Ziyang's scheme against Mengmeng was clearly not over, and he could not tolerate such danger getting any closer to Mengmeng.

Gu Shiyu pondered for a moment before finally making up his mind.

"I'm afraid we can't solve this problem."

He turned to look at Gu Yinshen, his tone firm, "I'm going to ask Master Mancang to come out of seclusion. He may be the only one who can help us."

It was under Master Mancang's guidance that they went to Hongshan Orphanage to adopt Mengmeng. Master Mancang hinted that Mengmeng was the benefactor who would save their family and change their fate!

Gu Yinshen frowned slightly. "Master Mancang has been living in seclusion for many years and rarely shows himself. Are you confident that you can persuade him to come?"

"I will definitely make him agree."

Gu Shiyu's voice was deep and firm, "I can do anything for Mengmeng's safety."

After he finished speaking, he picked up Mengmeng and whispered, "Mengmeng, your brother will be back soon. Don't leave the Gu family during this time, okay?"

Mengmeng nodded sensibly, "Brother, I will be good and I will protect myself."

Gu Shiyu looked at her with a complicated expression.

He secretly vowed that no matter what, he would stop Daoist Ziyang from getting close to Mengmeng again and would never allow her to be threatened in any way.