The Cunning CEO's Contract Wife

Chapter 187 There is a traitor in the villa

When Xiao Jingchen returned to the villa, he searched for a long time in the living room before finally finding Lin Ran curled up on the sofa. A hint of warmth flashed in his eyes.

"Grandpa's awake. Should we go see him? He's been looking for you ever since he woke up."

Upon hearing this, Lin Ran stood up, took a few steps forward, but then suddenly stopped, tugging at the hem of her clothes with some hesitation.

"Xiao Jingchen, is Grandpa sick because of the cake I sent over?"

Meeting those slightly red eyes, Xiao Jingchen paused, hesitated for a few seconds, and then nodded.

Lin Ran was smart. Even if he wanted to keep it a secret, he couldn't hide it for long. It was better to just tell her the truth directly. Besides, this matter definitely had nothing to do with her.

"Grandpa just said he wanted some snacks, why don't you make some and take them to the hospital?"

"I don't want to do it, what if..."

Lin Ran bit her lip, looking extremely aggrieved.

The fact that Grandpa Xiao was sent to the hospital twice was inextricably linked to her. How could she possibly be in the mood to make desserts now? She felt nothing but guilt and regret.

But Xiao Jingchen seemed oblivious to her predicament and forced her to go to the kitchen.

Helpless, Lin Ran could only bake some cookies. To prevent any accidents from happening, she didn't leave the kitchen for a moment and watched over the whole process.

Half an hour later, she came out carrying a box of cookies. Xiao Jingchen had been waiting in the living room for a long time. When he saw her come out, he got up and left the villa together.

This time, Zhou Qing didn't come along; Xiao Jingchen drove himself. Not long after the two left, a maid in the villa sneaked to a corner, took out her phone, and made a call.

Not long after, the call was answered, and it was Ye Chuchu's voice that came through.

“Miss Ye, I have done everything you asked me to do, but what if something really happens to the old man?”

"What do you mean, what should we do? That cake was made by Lin Ran, what does it have to do with anyone else?"

"I'm warning you, if you dare to say anything out of line, don't blame me for being impolite."

Beep beep beep—

The call was disconnected, and the maid gripped her phone tightly, her face filled with terror.

On the other hand, Xiao Jingchen did not take Lin Ran to the hospital, but instead stopped halfway there.

"Take out the cookie and have a bite."

Xiao Jingchen spoke in a flat tone, revealing no emotion. Although Lin Ran was somewhat puzzled, she still obediently opened the box and took out a piece.

She lowered her head and took a bite. The milky flavor spread in her mouth, and she squinted her eyes because it tasted so good.

But the next second, her expression changed, and she took another small bite.

"It's so sweet, but I didn't put any sugar in it."

Upon hearing Lin Ran's words, a thoughtful look flashed across Xiao Jingchen's face, but he was not surprised.

Does anyone come into the kitchen while you're making cookies?

"No, I've been guarding it the whole time."

"Xiao Jingchen, I didn't release it."

Lin Ran lowered her head and offered an explanation, but then suddenly remembered something and abruptly raised her head, staring nervously at Xiao Jingchen, afraid of seeing a trace of suspicion in her eyes.

Fortunately, Xiao Jingchen just chuckled lightly, his tone carrying a hint of doting affection.

"Look at this."

Xiao Jingchen swiped his finger across the screen in front of him a few times, and a video was played.

On screen, a woman cautiously sneaks into the kitchen and crushes a whole bag of white sugar, then pours it into the flour.

After doing all that, he restored everything to its original state before turning away, relieved.

Lin Ran clenched her fists as she watched.

"So that's how it is. No wonder someone added sugar to my eyes even though I've been watching the whole time."

"That's how we found the murderer."

Lin Ran suddenly realized, and looked at Xiao Jingchen with admiration, her eyes sparkling.

"No wonder you insisted on having me make desserts, so that's what you meant."

This wasn't a big deal to begin with, but now that Lin Ran was staring at him with such admiration, Xiao Jingchen felt a little embarrassed.

He coughed lightly and turned his head to hide his embarrassment, but a touch of crimson on his ear betrayed his emotions.

"So, are we going back to arrest them now?"

"Go see Grandpa first, he really wants to see you."

Xiao Jingchen started the car without making a sound, and the two quickly arrived at the hospital.

In the ward, Old Master Xiao frowned as he looked at the dark medicine in the butler's hand, his brows furrowed deeply.

"Take it away, take it away. I'm perfectly fine. Why would I need to take medicine? Take it away now."

"I feel nauseous just smelling this."

Lin Ran heard the old man's strong voice as soon as she entered the room, which eased her worries considerably. She then pushed open the door and went inside.

"Grandpa, you have to take your medicine properly when you're sick. How can you get better if you don't take your medicine?"

"If I hadn't come, I wouldn't have known that you're like a child, needing to be coaxed to take your medicine."

The fearless old man, upon hearing Lin Ran's voice, trembled, blinked his somewhat cloudy eyes, and collapsed onto the bed.

"Ouch, I feel so dizzy."

"Ranran, come quickly and see Grandpa. Does he have a fever? He looks so uncomfortable."

Lin Ran naturally didn't believe this clumsy acting. She sighed and walked helplessly to the bedside, taking the medicine from Butler Xiao's hand.

"Since you feel so uncomfortable, you should definitely take your medicine."

Lin Ran put on a stern face, blew on the medicine to cool it down before handing it over.

"Alright, stop being so temperamental and drink your medicine now."

Although Grandpa Xiao was still somewhat unwilling, he had no choice but to hold his nose and force it down because Lin Ran was standing by and watching.

Even though it was already so bitter it was making them grimace, they still stubbornly insisted on being nice.

"It's just a bowl of medicine, I don't mean I don't want to drink it."

"Yes, yes, it's just a bowl of medicine, of course Grandpa won't be afraid."

Lin Ran didn't interrupt and continued speaking in accordance with his intentions.

The two chatted with the old man for a long time before preparing to leave. Before leaving, the old man called Xiao Jingchen to his side again.

"Ranran doesn't know about that, does she?"

"I'm warning you, if Ranran finds out about that and it creates a rift between us, I won't let you off the hook."

The old man's voice was tired, but his words were merciless.

Xiao Jingchen clicked his tongue lightly, hesitated for a moment, but still didn't reveal what Lin Ran already knew. He simply nodded.

"I've found the person, and I'll be able to investigate him soon."

After a pause, Xiao Jingchen said something and then turned to leave.

Lin Ran had been waiting outside for a long time. When she saw Xiao Jingchen come out, she lazily yawned.

"Has everything been agreed upon?"

"Ah."

"Tired? Go back and rest."

Xiao Jingchen turned his head to look at Lin Ran, who looked sleepy, and reached out to pull her into his arms, his gesture full of protectiveness.