After receiving feedback from Dong Ruyan, Jiang Feng had no choice but to return home first.
He felt like he had all the strength in the world, yet could only hit the air.
Since his rebirth, this was the first time he encountered such a situation.
The other party abducted someone without a trace and left no clues, making it impossible for him to save Zhu Ge Yuheng.
When he returned to the villa, the four women at home hadn't rested yet.
Bai Zhiqing and Mu Yanluo had already returned to their homes, but they also said that if Jiang Feng returned with any progress, he should inform them.
"Uncle, you're back!"
As soon as Chu Feifei saw Jiang Feng return, she immediately came forward and asked, "Did you find Uncle Zhuge's whereabouts? Who abducted him?"
Nangong Qingcheng hesitated to speak beside her.
She could tell Chu Feifei was very worried, but she shouldn't have asked so anxiously.
Jiang Feng had been busy outside all day, presumably for this matter.
But his current expression clearly showed there were no significant developments. Chu Feifei's question would only add to his frustrations.
"There is currently a small clue; he was taken by a woman at four in the morning. I've already asked several friends to help me investigate her identity. As soon as there is a clue, I'll go find him, alive or dead."
So much time had passed that even Jiang Feng wasn't sure if Zhu Ge Yuheng was still alive.
However, he should be alive because if the woman wanted to kill him, she would have done it in the villa without going through the trouble to take him out.
As for why the woman abducted Zhu Ge Yuheng, Jiang Feng didn't know yet, but he believed the truth would eventually emerge.
After hearing Jiang Feng's words, Chu Feifei's eyes couldn't help but redden again, feeling extremely sad.
She had spent the entire day in a daze, unable to focus.
If anything happened to Zhu Ge Yuheng, it would undoubtedly be another heavy blow to her!
"Fei'er, don't worry. I believe Zhu Ge Yuheng won't die so easily. He has weathered so many storms; he won't capsize in this little ditch." Jiang Feng comforted Chu Feifei as he saw her downcast face.
Chu Feifei nodded vigorously, "Uncle, I know, I'm sorry, I was just a bit anxious earlier..."
She realized she had been a bit presumptuous, so she sincerely apologized to Jiang Feng.
"Why are you saying this to me? It's late; you've been worried sick all day too. Get some rest, all of you. I'll tell you the investigation results first thing tomorrow morning."
Although Chu Feifei was not sleepy at the moment, she knew staying up would be meaningless.
Perhaps, after a night's sleep, there might actually be good news tomorrow?
She sighed helplessly and went upstairs feeling dejected.
Remaining were Nangong Qingcheng, Liu Shiyuan, and Zhang Qinyao, who all glanced at Jiang Feng before sighing helplessly too, returning to their rooms.
Only Jiang Feng remained seated on the sofa, still pondering the female perpetrator's identity.
Time passed by unknowingly.
Suddenly, Jiang Feng heard light footsteps approaching him.
He thought it was Zhang Qinyao, but he was startled to see who it really was!
"Qingcheng? Why aren't you asleep?"
Jiang Feng looked at Nangong Qingcheng unexpectedly and asked in confusion.
Nangong Qingcheng made a shushing gesture, indicating to not wake Zhang Qinyao in the room downstairs.
Then, she gently sat beside Jiang Feng and whispered, "I didn't feel rested about you, so I came down to check."
"What's there to be uneasy about me?"
For some reason, seeing Nangong Qingcheng at this moment made Jiang Feng feel somewhat uncomfortable.
Perhaps the incident with Situ Yan in the afternoon made him feel guilty.
He just felt unworthy of facing Nangong Qingcheng's sincere and caring gaze.
Nangong Qingcheng didn't notice Jiang Feng's discomfort, gently sighed, and said, "Since we went to the Provincial City, you've barely rested these past few days. Challenges have come one after another, and now just as you're finally home, Zhu Ge Yuheng gets into trouble… You haven't rested well in a long time..."
Nangong Qingcheng truly felt sorry for Jiang Feng, and she had long wanted to say these words to him but struggled to find the opportunity.
Now that they were finally home, she seized the chance to pour out her heart.
Listening to her, Jiang Feng's heart warmed in waves, while his sense of guilt deepened.
"Qingcheng, you don't have to worry about me. I was born for trouble; peaceful days have always been elusive to me. Sometimes, even if I don't seek trouble, it finds me anyway, unavoidable." Jiang Feng said with feigned ease.
"Even so, you're not made of iron. There'll always be a point of exhaustion. How long do you plan on running yourself ragged?" Nangong Qingcheng asked, nibbling her lip while looking at him.
"Sometimes, I truly think that it would've been better if we hadn't moved out of Grandpa's place, or if I didn't establish Fengming. That way, our lives would be peaceful. Although ordinary, we wouldn't be embroiled in so many storms and meet so many big figures."
Jiang Feng was taken aback by her words, pausing before speaking.
Was Nangong Qingcheng suggesting that if given another choice, she'd rather endure solitude and mediocrity, staying by his side even at the cost of her own glory?
"Of course, I also know that with your abilities, even if time rewound, you wouldn't live an uneventful life. My wish is just one-sided; being gold, you'll always shine."
Nangong Qingcheng suddenly gave a self-deprecating smile, speaking bitterly.
"Qingcheng, you're telling me this out of the blue, and I don't even know what to say."
Jiang Feng immediately felt uneasy, his remorse inexpressible: "I promise you truly have no need to worry about me. Your husband is much more capable than you think! No matter how big the issue, it's never a problem for me!"
"I believe you. Of course, I believe you!"
Nangong Qingcheng smiled and said, "I just wanted to share my thoughts with you. Now that I've said it, I feel much better! I've been bottling these up for days. I had to get it off my chest, right?"
"I won't bother you anymore, I'm heading up. Make sure to get some rest too."
"Qingcheng!" Suddenly, Jiang Feng called after Nangong Qingcheng, looking serious.
"Hmm?" Nangong Qingcheng was already standing, turning back to face him.
Without a word, Jiang Feng stood up and forcefully embraced Nangong Qingcheng.
Nangong Qingcheng was caught off guard, her face flushing instantly.
She instinctively wanted to struggle but quickly held back.
Truth be told, she had longed for such a hug for a while.
She was just worried if they moved too much, they'd wake Zhang Qinyao in the other room and expose their secret.
"I promise you, for you, for our future together, I will never let anything happen to me. You don't need to worry about me; just be healthy, happy, and carefree."
"You focus on blooming your splendor, and I'll focus on ruling the world!"
"My vow to you will never change!"
With that, Jiang Feng directly leaned in to kiss Nangong Qingcheng's slightly parted, rosy lips deeply.
He wrapped his arms tightly around this beloved, cherished woman, holding her wholly in his embrace!