Her destiny stolen? The Divine Witch Ancestor has returned!

The next day, Gu Chen's application for the flight route was approved.

This was Wu Zhao's first time riding in a private jet.

Gu Chen's private jet was spacious and comfortable, and there were no other strangers around.

This made Wu Zhao feel much more at ease.

Accompanying them this time were Qingyao and Heiyao, both of whom were very steady and meticulous.

Hongyao had to take care of Xiaoxuan, so she miscarried. As for Ziyao...

Gu Chen arranged for him to go to the school to stay with Huo Weiwei.

The deaths of the four students caused widespread panic, and the military suppressed the case, leaving the atmosphere at the school tense.

The others remained at the Gu family's villa, ready to respond to any eventuality.

Wu Zhao didn't offer any objections to Gu Chen's arrangements, but simply left Nar, who was sleeping soundly, at the Gu family's house.

They also left a talisman on him as a precaution.

"Everything is arranged at home, don't worry."

As if sensing Wu Zhao's thoughts, Gu Chen placed a glass of freshly squeezed juice into her hand.

The cool, sweet juice temporarily eased Wu Zhao's somewhat agitated mood.

"If you're tired, take a break and you'll arrive after a nap."

Gu Chen's voice rang in her ears, and Wu Zhao nodded after drinking the juice.

She felt something was inexplicably wrong, but she couldn't quite put her finger on it.

Could it be that her physical injury hasn't healed, so her perception of danger has also decreased?

Thinking this, Wu Zhao inexplicably felt a little sleepy.

After yawning, her drowsy appearance caught the eye of Gu Chen beside her.

He readily took the cup from Wu Zhao's hand and picked up the blanket that was placed to the side to cover her legs.

"Sleep well, Zhao Zhao."

Wu Zhao closed his eyes slightly, his expression showing a hint of drowsiness and confusion.

"I...I'll just sleep for a little while...um..."

Gu Chen handed the water glass to Qing Yao, who was waiting nearby, his voice carrying a hint of coaxing.

"Okay, you go to sleep. I'll wake you up in a bit."

Qingyao glanced at Gu Chen with some concern, and was about to speak when Heiyao tugged at her from behind.

"You should go and rest for a while too. I'll take good care of her."

As if he hadn't noticed Qingyao's hesitation, Gu Chen spoke calmly.

"Yes, master."

Obsidian pulled Qingyao, who wanted to talk, aside. After the two sat down facing each other, Qingyao looked a little puzzled.

"This is a matter between the head of the family and the young lady; you shouldn't interfere."

Silently reminding Qingyao, Heiyao shook his head.

Although he hadn't been back for very long, he could guess that Wu Zhao probably hadn't had a proper rest these past few days.

That spiked juice must have been specially prepared for her by Gu Chen.

The fact that such a master of mystic arts was completely unaware shows just how weak her body must be.

Obsidian knew what Qingyao wanted to say and was worried that if Wuzhao found out, it might cause some unpleasantness with the family head.

Those of us who are outsiders should stay out of it...

Qingyao sighed.

"You're right, I think I'm being a little too hasty."

……

Wu Zhao was surprised to find that she had slept the whole way. She was a little dazed when Gu Chen gently woke her up and she blinked.

She seemed to have had a very long dream, but after waking up, she had no recollection of it.

Only a lingering sense of disappointment left her momentarily speechless.

"Are you here already?"

Gu Chen smoothed her slightly disheveled hair, his tone carrying a hint of amusement.

"The plane just landed, but it still needs to taxi for a while. You seem to have slept quite well; you look much better than before."

"I wanted to wake you up to eat something, but you were sleeping too soundly."

Um……?

Wu Zhao frowned and rubbed his temples.

Was she really sleeping too soundly?

As I was thinking this, my stomach started growling.

"hungry?"

Gu Chen's smiling voice rang in his ears, and then he picked up the blanket that had slipped to the ground.

"Let's go have dinner first after we get off the plane, then catch up with the Nie family, how about that?"

To be honest, the Gu family and the Nie family did have some business dealings. It was a new business that Nie Wu's brother, the new head of the Nie family, specially opened up after taking over the Nie family.

Although it's not exactly a huge hit, it still has some influence in Guangzhou.

"Okay, you can arrange it."

Wu Zhao stood up and stretched her limbs, which were a little numb from sleeping. She turned the ring on her hand.

Feeling the faint warmth emanating from the crimson gemstone, he felt reassured.

Not long after leaving the airport, Wu Zhao received a message from Wu Shiyu on his phone.

[Ancestor, I heard you and Patriarch Gu went to Guangdu. I only just learned that Xingyun and Nini's disappearances are related to the Nie family. I entrust Xingyun and Nini to you; I will hold off Uncle here.]

Thinking of Wu Shixu and Wu Zhao, the wrinkles between their brows deepened.

The Wu family members are all very devoted to their partners, and Wu Shixu and his wife have a deep affection for each other. After his wife was placed under house arrest by the Nie family, he kept negotiating with them and even tried to break into their home several times.

However, the Nie family was extremely skilled in using the art of divination and concealed his wife in an unknown location.

In his efforts to find the lady's whereabouts, Wu Shixu nearly exhausted himself.

If Wu Zhao hadn't later sensed that a descendant was dying, Wu Shixu would have almost died in the Wu family.

"What a bunch of unfilial and troublesome descendants..."

Gu Chen couldn't help but find it a little funny when he heard her muttering to herself.

Wu Zhaosheng already looked very young, and on top of that, he was very good-looking. The way he said that was quite amusing.

Keep a close eye on your uncle; don't let him cause any more trouble. I don't want to sense any problems with our bloodline descendants while I'm away.

After sending the message to Wu Shiyu, Wu Zhao glanced at Gu Chen.

"Suddenly I understand your attitude towards Huo Tingchen and the others. Sometimes these brats really make you want to grind your teeth in anger..."

It's very old, but we still can't do without it.

Gu Chen reached out and grasped Wu Zhao's hand.

"Zhaozhao, after we meet the Nie family, I'll negotiate with them first. You... must be careful."

Wu Zhao was startled.

She barely managed to pull her hand away from Gu Chen's grasp, and her lips twitched slightly.

"You, how do you know..."

She had hidden her thoughts very well, so why did Gu Chen still see through them?!

How could Gu Chen know that after she went to the Nie family, she planned to secretly investigate on her own?

"Because I've been watching you, Zhao Zhao."

"You know, I don't want to miss a single change in your expression."

His words seemed to have a hidden meaning, which made Wu Zhao somewhat puzzled.

However, he was soon affected by Gu Chen, who came closer, and a faint, cool fragrance emanated from him.

Why are you standing so close when you're supposed to be talking?!

Wu Zhao thought to himself, feeling uneasy and wanting to get away a little.

"The Nie family is in some danger, Zhao Zhao."

Promise me you won't do anything dangerous.

The pressure on his hand tightened slightly, and Wu Zhao's heart suddenly skipped a few beats.

His eyes were full of seriousness, as if he wouldn't give up until he got an answer.

"I know, I know."

Wu Zhao felt a slight warmth in her ears and answered without thinking.

She looked away, failing to notice the fleeting pain in Gu Chen's eyes.

Time is running out... Zhao Zhao.