The Billionaire's Hidden Affection

Chapter 877 - 874: Mutual Destruction 5

She was puzzled as to why the security at the door hadn’t stopped this person, but once she saw the old lady’s extraordinary presence, quite different from the usual visitors, she didn’t dare to be disrespectful and simply said, "There’s no one at home today."

Liu Daqing glanced at her.

She asked again, "May I ask who you’re looking for? Do you have an appointment?"

"Tell Old Zhou that Liu Daqing is here."

The maid was taken aback.

In recent years, whoever came to visit wasn’t deferential? But this old lady’s tone was unyieldingly firm.

This maid wasn’t an ordinary maid; she had been passing messages for the Zhou Family for many years, certainly not a mediocre person. Because in a wealthy family, there are naturally rules of a wealthy family. If anyone could just come in, how would one ensure safety?

Any visitor would have a special pass card at the door, and without it, they couldn’t get in. Unless it’s someone with a special identity.

What on earth was this old lady’s identity?

As she hesitated, unable to make a decision, a voice came from inside, "Who is it?"

"A lady named Liu Daqing is asking to see you..."

The door opened immediately.

Old Zhou stood inside with a peculiar look in his eyes;

Liu Daqing stood at the door, her expression calm.

Old Zhou immediately laughed, "Daqing? What brings you here? Please come in."

Liu Daqing stepped inside with large steps.

Old Zhou was very enthusiastic, "Daqing, your timing is perfect. It’s rare for me to have a bit of free time. If you had come a little later, I would have left."

Liu Daqing casually glanced over the large living room, indifferent: "I haven’t been to your house for fifteen years. Old Zhou, your new renovation looks nice."

"It’s not that new; it was done five or six years ago. I don’t really care about these things, as long as it’s livable."

The two exchanged a few inconsequential words. Old Zhou seemed perfectly fine, personally poured Liu Daqing some tea, and was extremely hospitable: "Try this Longjing tea. I remember you used to like Longjing..."

Liu Daqing took the tea, but didn’t drink it, placing it on the table, then stood up, "Old Zhou, I wouldn’t come to Three Treasures Hall without a reason."

Old Zhou was slightly surprised, "Daqing, whatever it is, feel free to say it."

"I came to ask for your help!"

"..."

"Donglin was attacked by bandits yesterday, and is now in critical condition."

Old Zhou also stood up, "Did something like this actually happen?"

"The bandits apparently intended to break into his office and steal some things. However, fortunately, the security measures were complete, and everything remained intact."

Old Zhou pondered slightly, pacing a few steps, "How could such a thing happen? It’s truly lawless."

Liu Daqing remained very calm, "I came this time specifically to ask for your help. I hope you’ll lend a hand for the sake of old friends. You pay a lot of taxes, and the relevant people will give you face."

"This..."

"Old Zhou, you know, I have only one son, and if he’s gone, how can I face Old Wan in the afterlife? Old Wan died early; his last wish was not for Donglin to climb to great heights, but for him to choose to be an ordinary person, living a peaceful life would be enough. Because of this, the Wan Family completely withdrew from commercial competition, keeping to their duties... But who could have guessed? Even so, we couldn’t escape disaster...

Old Zhou laughed, "Daqing, maybe you’re overthinking it? This accident might not be as serious as you imagine. After all, these days, many random factors are unpredictable. I’m not all-powerful either. Besides saying a few words in my own company, what else can I do?..."