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Toothless returned to the airport along the same route they had come. The moment they entered the waiting hall, a plane took off from the ground and began to ascend. Sitting in economy class, Wang Dan felt for the first time what it was like to soar. It was as if she had just learned that her biological father was a wealthy tycoon.
During the waiting time, Wang Dan had already found a lot of information about Zong Yaoshi online. She decided that once she arrived in Shanzhou, she would go directly to Century Group to find Zong Yaoshi. She had even prepared to undergo a DNA test; in short, she no longer just wanted to meet Zong Yaoshi; she wanted to experience an entirely different life.
When the plane landed at Shanzhou Airport, the sun was shining brightly. Wang Dan exited the airport and immediately hailed a taxi.
The dazzling sign of Century Group looked so appealing as Wang Dan walked into the lobby. At that moment, Zong Yaoshi happened to be in his office. He had once been possessed by an evil spirit, but after Toothless's blood escape, he inexplicably recovered from it this time. The con artist sorcerer who had been invited to take advantage of the situation also struck it rich with a considerable income.
"Miss, who are you looking for?" A security guard stopped Wang Dan in the lobby of Century Group.
Wang Dan felt somewhat sensitive about being called "miss," but she took a deep breath and said, "I'm looking for Chairman Zong Yaoshi."
"I'm sorry, do you have an appointment?" The security guard remained polite.
"No, but could you please call Chairman Zong for me?" Wang Dan continued.
The security guard smiled; at his level, he didn't even have the authority to call Chairman Zong's assistant. He could only call the office's duty phone to ask, though he wouldn't say that. "Miss, please wait a moment; I'll check right away."
Just then, a cold and elegant woman walked into the lobby. Wang Dan, who was facing away from her, felt an overwhelming presence.
"President Zong!" The security guard quickly put down the phone.
This was naturally Zong Lingxu. She nodded and was about to continue walking when the security guard added, "President Zong, this young lady is here to see the chairman!"
Zong Lingxu stopped in her tracks and looked at Wang Dan, suddenly feeling a sense of familiarity. "May I ask what you need?"
"I have some personal matters to discuss with him," Wang Dan said softly under the pressure of Zong Lingxu's aura.
"Personal matters?" Zong Lingxu glanced at Wang Dan's beautiful face and thought to herself, "Could this be one of my father's affairs outside?"
"Well, I am here on behalf of a relative of his," Wang Dan said after thinking for a moment. She considered herself his daughter, which should qualify as a relative, but of course, she couldn't reveal that casually, so she used the term 'representative.'
"Relative?" Zong Lingxu was even more surprised. "His relatives are my relatives; I am her daughter. What do you want to say?"
Wang Dan looked around the hall. "Is this a suitable place?"
"Follow me," Zong Lingxu said with a slight smile, then gestured to the security guard and led Wang Dan to the elevator.
Zong Lingxu brought Wang Dan into her office and had her assistant pour a cup of coffee.
"I still want to meet the chairman," Wang Dan said suddenly after taking a sip of coffee. Zong Lingxu was both amused and exasperated, thinking to herself that she had brought Wang Dan to her office, yet she still wanted to see the chairman. So she said in a serious tone, "Can't you tell me instead?"
Wang Dan remained silent, her gaze blank but her posture very determined.
Seeing her state, Zong Lingxu picked up the phone and dialed Zong Yaoshi.
Zong Yaoshi was also curious today and directly came to Zong Lingxu's office.
"Who is looking for me?" Zong Yaoshi pushed open the door to Zong Lingxu's office. Wang Dan immediately stood up. Upon seeing Wang Dan's face, Zong Yaoshi froze for a moment, suddenly recalling the six months he spent in Shazhou...
Wang Dan didn't speak; she silently took out her identification card and handed it to Zong Yaoshi. The name "Zong Yidan" on the ID card instantly caught Zong Yaoshi's attention.
Noticing Zong Yaoshi's expression, Zong Lingxu felt something was off and leaned in closer, also seeing those three characters.
Zong Lingxu's mother had passed away several years ago, and Zong Yaoshi had never remarried.
"You are her daughter?" Zong Yaoshi asked with a trembling voice.
"Yes," Wang Dan replied.
"I have a few things to take care of, you all chat first." Zong Lingxu stood up and left the office without looking back.
Zong Lingxu returned to the office an hour later, and by then, the atmosphere inside had become quite harmonious. Zong Yaoshi did not hide anything and recounted the events that had transpired. The identification card and Wang Dan's face had led him to a basic conclusion.
Zong Lingxu politely greeted them, suggested arranging for Wang Dan to stay, and leaned beside her, gently stroking her hair.
Zong Yaoshi immediately took Wang Dan out to help her find accommodation.
Seeing the two leave, Zong Lingxu looked at a strand of hair in his hand and sighed lightly.
That evening, Zong Yaoshi did not return home for dinner. Zong Lingxu informed his younger brother, Zong Linghan, about the situation. Zong Linghan was astonished but somewhat skeptical. "No need to doubt. I secretly kept a strand of his hair. It's easier to find Dad's hair; I expedited a DNA test, and we'll have results by tomorrow," Zong Lingxu said.
The next day, the results came back, and the figure of 99.99% was quite striking.
At noon that day, the four members of the Zong Family had lunch together. "You are working in the group now; keep your identity private for the time being until there's an opportunity..." Zong Yaoshi said.
"Okay," Wang Dan replied obediently, not saying much more. Zong Linghan had a strange expression but remained polite.
After lunch, Zong Lingxu suggested going shopping with Wang Dan to buy some clothes and cosmetics, to which Zong Yaoshi readily agreed.
While shopping, Zong Lingxu asked many questions. Wang Dan answered everything she could, but there were naturally some things she could not disclose. However, she inadvertently mentioned that she had met a young man who traveled from Shanzhou to Shazhou.
The young man's name was Zhang Yang.
"Zhang Yang?" Zong Lingxu exclaimed in surprise, his mouth agape. At that moment, a feeling akin to spring bamboo shoots breaking through the soil surged forth like rainwater flooding in.
She realized that she had been missing this person all along.
Yes, missing.
Sometimes, certain feelings only arise at specific moments. After confirming Zhang Yang's whereabouts, Zong Lingxu quietly made a decision.
The next day, while Wang Dan had already started working at Century Group, Zong Lingxu had secretly arranged her work and headed to Shanzhou Airport, where she had booked a flight to Shazhou.
Upon arriving in Shazhou, the taxi driver took Zong Lingxu to One-Pin Fragrant Preserved Meat.
Hong Guang happened to be in the store and was taken aback by the arrival of such an extraordinary beauty.
"Excuse me, is Zhang Yang here?" Zong Lingxu looked slightly tired from her journey but still exuded elegance.
"Wow, why are so many people looking for him? And after he left?" Hong Guang wondered but patiently replied, "He has gone out of town."
"Ah?" Zong Lingxu felt a bit disappointed. "Do you know where he went?"
"I really don't know; I just know he left the courtyard. He probably won't be back for a while," Hong Guang told the truth to Viper but lied to Zong Lingxu for a reason. Viper could be a problem and was clearly looking for trouble, but with Zhang Yang's strength, it wasn't a concern. It was better to be straightforward and avoid losing Zhang Yang.
However, this woman was unfamiliar to him, and he didn't know what kind of trouble she might bring to Zhang Yang, so he concealed his whereabouts.
Zong Lingxu wore a disappointed expression but had no choice but to leave.
After getting back into a taxi, the driver asked where to go. Zong Lingxu was somewhat dazed; she had come here excitedly and didn't know what to say upon meeting him. In the end, he wasn't there. She instinctively said, "The airport."
The airport was her first reaction; if she couldn't find him, she would go home and take a flight back to Shanzhou. However, when she arrived at the airport and inquired about flights, she learned that the earliest flight was heading to Linan Province in Ming Province. Her heart stirred unexpectedly, and she booked a ticket.
With the development of tourism resources, Linan Province, located on the Southwestern Border, has become a popular travel destination. The ancient town of Wuliang Mountain, surrounded by snow-capped peaks, attracts a large number of visitors. "Let's go see Linan Province and Wuliang Mountain," Zong Lingxu thought, treating this trip as a vacation.
Upon arriving in Ming Province, Zong Lingxu immediately found a travel agency and booked a car and a guide.
For a big client like Zong Lingxu, the travel agency was eager to please and sent a savvy and capable female guide along with an off-road vehicle. Once on the road, the off-road vehicle headed straight for Wuliang Mountain as specified by Zong Lingxu. The capable female guide, named Zhang Yu, was good at making conversation. Seeing Zong Lingxu's demeanor, she assumed she was a wealthy girl who had just experienced a breakup, so most of their conversation consisted of light-hearted and cheerful anecdotes.
The journey from Ming Province to the Wuliang Mountain scenic area took about two hours. In the midst of their relaxed and enjoyable conversation, they quickly arrived.
The Wuliang Mountain scenic area is divided into two parts: one part is the developed tourist area, which includes snow-capped mountains, lakes, and ancient town attractions. The other part is actually not part of the scenic area; it is an untouched forest filled with diverse wildlife and plants, rarely visited by people.
Zong Lingxu became excited and wanted to explore the original forest. There is indeed an entrance to the forest area that vehicles can access; however, aside from forest department staff, only experienced local young residents typically enter. So when Zong Lingxu expressed this desire, the driver hesitated.
"It's fine; we'll just drive in for ten minutes, get out to take a look around the car, and then come back," Zong Lingxu said while handing the driver a few bills.
Seeing the money made the driver somewhat tempted. He glanced at guide Zhang Yu, who thought it wouldn't matter if they went in for a short while and nodded in agreement. Thus, the off-road vehicle drove into the entrance.
Inside, the trees towered high above, and the air was filled with birdsong and fragrant flowers. The mood of all three brightened instantly. Zong Lingxu and Zhang Yu even leaned out of the car windows and shouted, "We're here!"
At that moment, the driver suddenly slammed on the brakes, causing both of them to nearly bump their heads.
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