Don't meet me in your next life.

Why did he hurt her again and again, causing her such heartache?

In Xiang Yiyi's mind, that gentle voice reappeared: Yiyi, don't be afraid, your brother will always protect you.

"Slap slap..."

Two crisp claps rang out, sounding exceptionally clear in the quiet night.

Xiang Yi looked in the direction of the sound and saw an older man standing not far away.

He wore gold-rimmed glasses, was refined and handsome, and was looking at me with a gentle smile, his gaze as warm as a spring breeze.

Xiang Yi was slightly taken aback, "Uncle..."

Li Shaojing smiled and said, "Your acting is excellent; I can't help but praise you."

"Thank you for your compliment." Xiang Yi gave an awkward smile.

Li Shaojing took a few steps closer to her, patted her shoulder, and said, "Alright, there's nothing more for you here. Go back and rest."

Xiang Yi nodded gratefully.

She waved to Li Shaojing and then hurriedly left.

Seeing Xiang Yi leave, Li Shaojing's expression gradually faded, becoming unusually cold.

"Mr. Li, this man is no ordinary person."

A slightly weathered female voice sounded from behind.

"aunt."

Li Shaojing withdrew his gaze and looked at the woman behind him.

His aunt was the housekeeper in the main house of the Li family.

"Yes, it's quite remarkable. Young Master Li has excellent taste."

Li Shaojing smiled faintly.

After leaving Li Shaojing's place, Xiang Yi went straight to the hospital.

Since Li Shaojing had already transferred her out of the hospital, Xiang Yi no longer needed to stay there.

As soon as she entered the ward, she saw Shen Anran sitting on the edge of the bed, looking haggard with red and swollen eyes.

“Anran…” Xiang Yi walked over and took her hand. “I’m sorry, it’s all my fault for being useless…”

She shouldn't have provoked that devil Li Youzhe; otherwise, Shen Anran wouldn't have gotten hurt.

But it's too late to say anything now.

Shen Anran sniffed and forced a smile. "Silly boy, why say such things? It's my fault; I almost got you killed."

"No, it's my fault." Xiang Yi gripped Shen Anran's hand tightly, feeling extremely guilty.

"Don't overthink it. You've already tried your best." Shen Anran patted Xiang Yi's hand. "I've already asked the nurse to bring the medicine. Take it on time, and once you've recovered, go back to work."

"I..." Xiang Yi's eyes reddened again.

She knew Shen Anran's good intentions, but...

"Anran, thank you!"

Tears streamed down Xiang Yi's cheeks.

Seeing her cry, Shen Anran also shed tears. "Silly girl, what are you saying! We've been sisters for so long, saying things like that hurts my feelings! Don't worry, I will definitely help you! Li Shaojing won't let you off so easily! Don't worry, I'll take responsibility for any problems you encounter!"

The two chatted in the ward for a while before leaving.

Shen Anran said goodbye to Li Shaojing at the door.

"Take care of yourself, I'm leaving."

“Hmm.” Li Shaojing nodded.

Shen Anran turned around and walked towards the elevator.

Xiang Yi stood by the window and watched her walk into the elevator before turning her gaze away.

Her eyes were still red and swollen, but there were no tears in them. She secretly resolved in her heart to find the culprit who injured Shen Anran and avenge her.

She wanted to show that person what a terrible fate awaited them if they offended her!

She returned to her ward and lay down.

**.

She was still thinking about Li Shaojing.

She knew that Li Shaojing's temper was unpredictable, and perhaps his attitude today was only temporary. In a few days, he would revert to his true nature and bully her in every way.

She will no longer let him control her.

No matter what, she must persevere to the end and not give up.

At this moment, Li Shaojing was preparing to leave.

His car stopped in the parking space, just as Lin Zixuan was rushing over.

"Shaojing, where are you going? Can we talk?"

Li Shaojing glanced at him, turned around, got into the car, closed the door, and gave instructions to the driver in front.

"Let's go."

Lin Zixuan hurriedly got into another car. "Shaojing, please let me explain! I'm innocent. I really don't know Xiang Yiyi. I didn't know she was one of yours."

Lin Zixuan kept explaining from the back seat.

Li Shaojing closed his eyes, leaned back in his chair, and remained silent.

Lin Zixuan glanced at him, but seeing that he ignored her, she had no choice but to give up.

Upon hearing this, Li Shaojing suddenly opened his eyes.

He turned his gaze, his eyes sweeping coldly over Lin Zixuan.

He scoffed, "I bet you're just trying to take this opportunity to pursue me! Let me tell you, no way!"

Lin Zixuan was taken aback.

He originally thought that Li Shaojing was just unwilling to admit it, but he didn't expect that he would directly expose his pretense.

Lin Zixuan felt a pang of disappointment. "Shaojing, how could you doubt me? I love you so much, how could I possibly do anything to hurt you? You need to know, without you, I simply cannot live."

Li Shaojing gave a cold sneer.

His eyes gleamed with mockery. "Lin Zixuan, who do you think you are? Why should I believe your nonsense? Even if you love me, so what? Your love is based on self-interest. I don't believe you. Forget about it!"

"..."

Lin Zixuan's expression turned somewhat awkward, but he still refused to give up. "Shaojing, you must have misunderstood! I have no interest in Xiang Yiyi; she's just my assistant. And I've told you many times, I just think she's very charming, different from other girls. That's why I wanted to help you..."

"Enough!" Li Shaojing roared, interrupting Lin Zixuan. "I don't care what's going on between you and Xiang Yiyi, but remember this: don't touch her again!"

"Why? Why are you always so stubborn? Can't I even touch her? Do you think I'm that despicable?" Lin Zixuan's face turned ashen.

"I told you, don't touch her!" Li Shaojing reminded him again.

Lin Zixuan took a deep breath. "Fine! Since you don't want me to touch Yi Yi, I won't force you. But if anything happens to her, don't blame me!"

After saying that, he slammed the car door shut and sped away!

Li Shaojing looked in the direction he left, a cold glint flashing in his eyes.

“Lin Zixuan…” He parted his thin lips slightly and uttered his name.

Li Shaojing returned to his office and called Xiang Yiyi.

"Hello! Mr. Li, is there something you need?" Xiang Yi answered the phone, her voice flat, revealing neither joy nor sorrow.

Li Shaojing's lips pressed into a thin line. After a moment of silence, he slowly asked, "Where did you go just now?"

“I went to the hospital,” Xiang Yi replied.

"Which hospital?" Li Shaojing frowned.

"The Municipal People's Hospital," Xiang Yi said.

Li Shaojing's expression suddenly stiffened. "Why did you go to the hospital again?"

“My mother is in the hospital. There’s nothing wrong with me going to visit her,” Xiang Yi said calmly.

Her tone was calm and unhurried, as always.

It was as if she were chatting with a complete stranger, someone she didn't know at all.