Chapter 48: Will You Stay with Me Tonight?

An Xueyao shook her head in distress, "I don't know who it is. In theory, I shouldn't have any deep grudges with anyone."

Lin Chen said, "That's not necessarily true. Some people might hate you, but you might not know about it. You might think you haven't offended anyone, but with Tianqiong Group growing to its current size, it's impossible not to have conflicts with others. Remember, business is like a battlefield. And you are a top actress, so many people are envious of you."

Zhao Hong nodded in agreement, "Mr. Lin is right. The most troublesome part is that we still haven't found any clues. We don't even know who is trying to harm Xueyao."

Lin Chen thought for a moment and asked, "When did these incidents targeting Miss An start?"

Zhao Hong replied, "The first time was at the company entrance. A woman suddenly rushed over and splashed sulfuric acid on Xueyao. The second time was after you healed Xueyao's face, when a car accident almost happened. The third time was the sniper attack. The sulfuric acid incident happened just a week ago."

Lin Chen was puzzled, "That's strange. If the sulfuric acid attack was also planned by the mastermind, it means they initially only wanted to disfigure Miss An, but from the second time onward, it turned into an attempt to kill her. It seems that healing Miss An's face might have angered that person. Where is the woman who threw the sulfuric acid? I need to see her; I have a way to get the information I want from her."

Zhao Hong smiled bitterly, "That woman died in prison."

" Died in prison?" Lin Chen was taken aback, "That's more troublesome. It seems we can only take it one step at a time."

After a while, Lin Chen received a call from Xu Gang, who said that nothing was found in the room Lin Chen mentioned, not even a trace. It seemed no one had ever lived there.

Lin Chen hung up the phone, his face showing a hint of seriousness. The other party had managed to clean up all traces so quickly, indicating they were a professional sniper.

Half an hour later, the car drove into a mansion.

The mansion had a distinct European style, covering a vast area. In the center was a large villa, with excellent landscaping around it, full of flowers, trees, and plants. Lin Chen could sense that at least twenty people were hiding in the shadows, all of them experts. No wonder Zhao Hong had said that An Xueyao didn't need his protection at home.

The villa was built of marble, with a tall spire, round arches, large windows, and carvings on the walls, making it look like a century-old castle.

Living in such a mansion, An Xueyao was undoubtedly no different from a real princess.

The Audi stopped in front of the villa. Lin Chen got out of the car and said to An Xueyao, "Since you're home, I'll go back."

"Ah? Are you leaving already?"

An Xueyao clearly didn't expect Lin Chen to leave so abruptly and hurriedly said, "Don't go, will you stay with me tonight?"

Zhao Hong, who had just gotten out of the car, almost stumbled and fell to the ground when she heard An Xueyao's words, looking at her in surprise.

When had this young lady ever been so enthusiastic about a bodyguard, to the point of inviting them to stay overnight?

Lin Chen was also taken aback, wondering if she was going to offer herself to him as a way of gratitude.

So direct? Should he accept or not refuse?

An Xueyao also realized her words were inappropriate and blushed, "I... I mean, you stay at my place to protect me tonight. Just for protection, in different rooms. Don't think too much about it."

Lin Chen muttered to himself, "Of course, there's no such thing as a free lunch. Still, this woman, when she's in my arms, feels so soft and well-proportioned, it's really a great feeling."

Although he had inherited Leng Dongliu's legacy and experienced his hundred-year life in a dream, where he was both an observer and a participant, logically, he should have a lot of experience.

However, Leng Dongliu was a complete martial arts fanatic who had no interest in women. Therefore, both physically and spiritually, Lin Chen was a complete novice...

No matter what kind of enemy he faced, he could handle it calmly, but when it came to women's psychology, he lacked experience.

If it were a seasoned womanizer, they would easily notice the obvious hint of girlish shyness in An Xueyao's voice.

Lin Chen thought about needing to perform acupuncture for Bai Lan that night and declined, "We agreed that you don't need my protection when you're at home. And I can see that it's quite safe here. I'll go home; I have some things to do."

"You... you pervert, fine, if you don't want to!"

An Xueyao was very upset. This guy was really unsentimental. What did he mean by "we agreed"? Did he have to stick to the rules? Was it a burden for him to stay with such a beautiful woman?

In a fit of anger, she kicked Lin Chen's shin, but he dodged it easily.

"Ouch!"

She didn't hit Lin Chen but winced in pain, looking as if she was about to cry.

"Hey, did you twist your ankle just now?"

Lin Chen glanced at An Xueyao's slightly unnatural ankle. Although he was asking, his keen eyesight had already confirmed that she had twisted her ankle.

"None of your business!"

An Xueyao was even more angry that her kick had been dodged. This guy had no sense of romance at all. She hobbled into the villa, her face showing a hint of委屈 (grievance).

From a young age, she had been a princess. No matter what kind of man, as long as she spoke to them, they would be overjoyed.

But Lin Chen treated her as if she were just an ordinary woman, showing no chivalry. Her pride was truly hurt.

Lin Chen didn't expect such a strong reaction and was taken aback.

At this moment, Zhao Hong said with a strange expression, "Mr. Lin, you're really unsentimental. Xueyao is a girl; can't you let her off?"

Zhao Hong was speechless. Was this guy a fool? Or did he actually like men and was gay?

Any other man, if they heard An Xueyao's request for close protection, would run over from a thousand miles away, grinning from ear to ear. But Lin Chen looked like an employee who was being exploited by a black-hearted boss, clearly unwilling.

Lin Chen looked at An Xueyao's somewhat slender back, remembering her panic earlier. He knew she was truly scared today, which was why she made this request. After some thought, he decided to follow her.

It wouldn't be a problem if Bai Lan didn't receive acupuncture for one night; he could make it up later.

An Xueyao saw Lin Chen follow her and a hint of joy flashed in her eyes. She stopped and huffed.

When Lin Chen walked up to her, she extended a hand. Seeing Lin Chen's puzzled look, she scolded, "Help me, you idiot. Don't you know my ankle is very painful? Pervert!"

Lin Chen instinctively wanted to ask why, but seeing the pain on her face, he said, "Fine, fine, you're the lady. I'll help you. Lift your foot, I'll support you inside and massage it for you."

With that, he directly supported An Xueyao, who was in so much pain that she almost leaned entirely on him. Lin Chen felt the soft and wonderful sensation on his arm again, along with the scent of her perfume.

His heart stirred, and he couldn't help but glance at the fullness pressing against his arm, slightly deformed by the pressure.

"Pervert, no peeking!"

An Xueyao's face was as red as the evening sky. The strange sensation from her chest made her feel both uneasy and strangely excited, making her whole body feel weak. Seeing Lin Chen glance at her chest, she felt even more embarrassed.

However, for some reason, when other men looked at her chest, she felt disgusted and repulsed, but now, when Lin Chen secretly glanced, she didn't feel angry or furious. Instead, she felt shy and a bit proud.