The dagger was sharp, glinting with a cold, sinister light in the dim night.
Xingxing’s heart leaped into his throat.
With a weapon involved, things were different now.
No, it was time to run.
Leiting had the same thought the moment the man pulled out the dagger.
If it were just him, he might not have hesitated as much.
But Xingxing was here. If Xingxing got hurt by that dagger, wouldn’t that be…
“Roar…” Leiting conveyed his thoughts to Xingxing.
Xingxing understood immediately.
But just then, the door of the house suddenly swung open.
The man who had gone inside earlier stepped out!
Taking in the scene, the situation became all too clear.
“Quick, let’s grab this brat together!”
“A kid out with a military dog—there might be a big prize behind this!”
“Coming.”
With that, the newcomer also drew a knife from his pocket.
“Leiting, let’s go!” Seeing another person join the fray, Xingxing knew things had taken a turn for the worse.
Standing their ground wasn’t an option.
They had to flee.
So Leiting lunged forward again, knocking two of them down before swiftly turning around.
He crouched low, ready for Xingxing to climb onto his back.
A two-year-old like Xingxing couldn’t run fast.
Leiting would have to carry him.
Xingxing immediately rushed toward Leiting.
But just as he was about to mount Leiting’s back, the lanky man’s dagger shot toward Leiting.
And the angle was vicious—aimed straight for Leiting’s heart.
Xingxing’s mother was a doctor, and through osmosis, he had picked up some medical knowledge.
He knew where a dog’s heart was located.
He knew that if that sharp dagger struck Leiting there…
Leiting might…
From the moment Xingxing was born and opened his eyes, Leiting had been there.
Of Amber’s litter, he and Leiting had the closest bond.
You could say Leiting was his very best friend.
And now, Leiting was protecting him.
How could he just stand by and watch Leiting get killed?
At this sight, the two-year-old Xingxing’s eyes nearly bulged out of their sockets in fury.
Without hesitation, he threw himself toward Leiting.
Leiting, sensing something was wrong, turned his head.
And there he saw Xingxing lunging to shield him from the dagger.
Leiting’s pupils dilated.
He let out a roar—a heart-wrenching, soul-tearing sound that shook anyone who heard it.
The lanky man hadn’t expected the little boy to jump in front of the military dog.
Baffled but undeterred, he thought the kid was overestimating himself.
But fine—if the boy died along with the dog, it would only add value.
At this moment, the lanky man’s eyes gleamed with bloodthirsty excitement.
His dagger thrust straight toward Xingxing’s heart.
…
Huansha Island Military Base, Family Quarters.
After Sheng Zexi left with Amber and the others, Gu Jianing stayed at home with Yueyue, waiting anxiously.
But no matter what, she couldn’t calm her mind.
Her heart was filled with worry for Xingxing.
Neither she nor Yueyue could eat dinner.
Mother and daughter waited in tense silence.
Then, after what felt like an eternity—
[Ding. Detected that one of the amulets given by the host has shattered.]
[Amulet owner: Xingxing.]
Gu Jianing’s pupils dilated. Her legs gave way, and she nearly collapsed.
“Mom…!” Yueyue was frightened and hurried over, but Gu Jianing managed to brace herself against the wall.
“Mom, what’s wrong? Don’t scare Yueyue…”
Seeing her mother like this, Yueyue’s eyes reddened, tears spilling over.
Gu Jianing’s face had gone pale.
Right now, she couldn’t even comfort Yueyue.
She could only grip her daughter’s small hand tightly and ask the system:
“System… did you just say Xingxing’s amulet shattered?”
[Yes, Host.]
“Then—is Xingxing in danger?”
[Host, the system detects that the young master currently has no life-threatening injuries.]
Hearing this, some of the panic and terror in Gu Jianing’s heart eased.
Right—the Childbearing System had the ability to monitor whether the children she bore were safe.
When she heard the system announce the amulet’s destruction, she had been so shocked she nearly forgot.
[Host, you must stay calm. Do not agitate the fetus.]
Gu Jianing pressed a hand to her stomach.
She knew—the moment she heard about Xingxing’s amulet breaking, she had felt a sharp pain. Her distress had indeed affected the baby.
She took several deep breaths, forcing herself to steady.
Finally, she managed to regain her composure.
Even though the system confirmed Xingxing wasn’t in mortal danger, she was still terrified.
If only she had given him more amulets!
After all, one amulet could only block a single lethal strike.
But what if there was more than one?
She knew—Xingxing must have been discovered.
He might even be fighting those criminals right now.
“Xingxing is barely over two years old…”
“How could he possibly face such ruthless villains…?”
Gu Jianing’s eyes reddened.
“Please… please let Zexi get there in time. Let him save Xingxing and Leiting.”
That was all she could pray for now.
Then, she immediately began searching through the system’s shop, desperate to find anything that could help.
….
Lin Chushi had already learned about Sheng Zexi bringing General Lu into the matter—and about the orders the General had issued.
His expression darkened instantly.
But there was nothing he could do.
General Lu was his superior, his direct commanding officer.
He could obstruct Chen Han, but he couldn’t defy the General’s orders.
“This Sheng Zexi… he’s more capable than I thought. To think he could get General Lu to issue orders for him.”
Just where does his influence come from?
Because the previous investigation into Sheng Zexi and his wife had been blocked by higher-ups, Lin Chushi remained unaware that Sheng Xinhao was Sheng Zexi’s father—and that the older man was currently trying to make amends with his eldest son.
At this point, Sheng Xinhao wouldn’t hesitate to pull strings for Sheng Zexi—hell, he’d probably give his life if asked.
But still…
Lin Chushi refused to believe that Chen Han and Sheng Zexi’s operation would yield any results.
They’ll come back empty-handed, wasting military resources in the process.
All this just to save Sheng Zexi’s brat.
“Hmph. Using military assets for personal matters.”
Now that’s a perfect scandal waiting to happen.
Chen Han, Sheng Zexi—even General Lu…
None of them will walk away unscathed.
Immediately, Lin Chushi contacted his father and relayed the situation.
If General Lu was the top authority in the Huansha Island Military District, then Lin Chushi’s father was the undisputed second-in-command.
And elder Lin had long been eyeing the General’s position.
Now, the opportunity had finally arrived.
“Chushi, you’ve done well. Leave the rest to me—I’ll make sure this is handled properly.”
Hanging up, the older man’s eyes gleamed with ruthless ambition.
This time… that bastard surnamed Lu will be dragged down from his high horse for good.
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