Seventeen Again: The Sweet Life with My Family

Chapter 172: Missing

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

After seeing Shen Jun’s signature, Zhang Lin smiled and said, “Invite Miss Wen over.”

The Lanlin Association was situated halfway up the hill, serving as an exclusive haven for the affluent and influential. Known for its privacy and strict security measures, it offered a luxurious and entertaining environment for its members.

Uncertain of Zhang Lin’s true intentions, Shen Jun refrained from forcefully storming into the Lanlin Association with his men. He understood that without precise knowledge of Wen Nian’s whereabouts, he couldn’t afford to take any risks that might jeopardize her safety.

If this lunatic Zhang Lin goes crazy, who knows what he might do?

As thirty minutes ticked by, Shen Jun grew increasingly impatient.

A person rushed into the room and discreetly whispered into Zhang Lin’s ear, “Miss Wen has gone missing. Despite searching extensively, we have been unable to locate her.”

Despite the low volume of the conversation, Shen Jun managed to hear every word. Filled with anger, he rose to his feet and confronted Zhang Lin. “Zhang Lin! Is this how you fulfilled your end of the deal?” he demanded, his voice laced with fury.

Zhang Lin’s gaze turned fierce as he scolded his subordinates. “Quickly, gather a team and search for them! If you can’t even handle such a simple task, what use are you?!” he exclaimed in frustration.

Unable to contain himself any longer, Shen Jun decided to join the search effort, following them in their pursuit. Frustration consumed Zhang Lin, and he expressed his anger by kicking the table in frustration.

Peng Can was still holding the transfer agreement in his hand. He frowned and asked, “Then is this agreement still useful?”

A dark and sinister aura emanated from Zhang Lin as anger gripped him once more. He retorted furiously, “What good is it now? 1 should be laughing in secret if they manage to find her unharmed. But if she ends up losing an arm or a leg, you can prepare to attend my funeral next year!”

“I can’t believe an underage girl managed to escape from my confinement. If news of this spreads, it will tarnish my reputation! Once this matter is resolved, 1 want the head of security gone, and spare no expense in finding me a more capable replacement!” Zhang Lin exclaimed, his frustration evident.

Throughout the day, Wen Nian consumed food and beverages and even took a nap in the afternoon. At midnight, she settled herself on the bed, feigning sleep until nearly 3 a.m.

Seizing the opportune moment when everyone’s vigilance was at its lowest, Wen Nian retrieved a concealed wire from her stationery box. Stealthily, she made her way towards the bathroom and managed to infiltrate the exhaust pipe.

Due to the distinguished status of the guests present, the pipes connecting the rooms were secured with iron windows and locks for enhanced safety. Grateful for her past diligence and studiousness, Wen Nian appreciated the specialized locks. It took her half an hour of meticulous effort to successfully maneuver through the interconnected rooms. Once she confirmed that the rooms below were unoccupied, she cautiously extricated herself from the exhaust pipe.

Typically, at this hour, there shouldn’t be anyone present outside. However, Wen Nian cautiously pressed her ear against the door, listening intently before cautiously opening it. To her surprise, she heard footsteps and conversations, indicating that she had been discovered. Puzzled as to why these individuals were still diligently active in the middle of the night, she pondered their motives.

Wen Nian exercised caution, waiting for a brief moment to ensure there was no immediate activity before swiftly making her escape. Along her path, she discreetly passed by a botanical garden where the words “Orchid Pavilion” caught her attention. The name felt strangely familiar, but she pushed aside any thoughts for now, knowing that her priority was to focus on escaping.

As Wen Nian approached a three-way junction, she relied on her intuition to select a path. Utilizing her luck and instincts, she managed to evade a few search efforts. However, her luck ran out as she reached the iron fence surrounding the club, catching the attention of guards who swiftly detected her presence with their searchlights.

Just as Wen Nian was waiting to be locked up in despair, Shen Jun appeared.

Wen Nian ran forward excitedly. “Shen Jun!”

Zhang Lin, who had been trailing behind, was surprised. “Good Lord! You’re so good at escaping. You almost managed to escape.”

Shen Jun sized Wen Nian up. Although Wen Nian didn’t seem to be injured, Shen Jun still asked worriedly, “Are you injured?”

Aside from the confinement and the resulting boredom, Wen Nian was fortunate to have remained physically unharmed during her ordeal.

Wen Nian shook her head and reached out to hold Shen Jun’s hand, intending to say something. However, she abruptly noticed a peculiar expression on his face, causing her to pause.

Shen Jun grabbed Wen Nian’s arm with his right hand. “Let’s talk when we get back.”

As Shen Jun walked past Zhang Lin, he cast a significant and meaningful glance in his direction.

Zhang Lin opened his mouth, but in the end, he shouted at Shen Jun’s back self-righteously, “1 treat her very well! There’s even a game console in the room!”

As soon as the two of them left the club, more than ten people surrounded them.

Shen Jun took Wen Nian to his subordinate’s car. “To the hospital.”

Wen Nian looked at Shen Jun’s pale face and asked worriedly, “Where are you feeling unwell?”

Shen Jun casually recounted what had just happened. Wen Nian was so angry that she cursed Zhang Lin fiercely.

Observing Wen Nian’s vibrant and lively demeanor, Shen Jun’s tense expression gradually eased, and a faint smile formed at the corners of his mouth.

Wen Nian furrowed her brow and gazed at Shen Jun with concern. “Why are you still smiling? You should have rushed to the hospital as soon as you found out I was missing. He has already taken a piece of flesh that should have been yours. If he finds me, he’ll send me back anyway..”