Chapter 876: Coaxing Her Back

Li Xiao was clearly stunned by her question.

Immediately after, he saw Jiang Baobao suddenly sigh.

"I won't say much about Xiao Tang's family affairs; I just want to tell you that you have likely underestimated the importance of this relationship to her."

Jiang Baobao's tone was somewhat serious, and seeing Li Xiao's expression grow solemn as well, she continued.

"Because of her family, Xiao Tang is actually always a bit resistant to things regarding relationships. Don't look at how she is usually carefree, shouting that men are everywhere; in reality, she has zero sense of security when it comes to love and family. Perhaps..."

"She even has a bit of mental germaphobia. If you make her feel uneasy, she is very likely to engage in some subconscious defensive behaviors, for example..."

"Saying some very excessive things..."

Upon hearing this, Li Xiao widened his eyes slightly, suddenly thinking of how Cai Xiaotang had spoken without thinking that night.

Jiang Baobao naturally thought of it too and couldn't help but sigh along with him.

"I'm saying this not to say that Xiao Tang is blameless; those words of hers were indeed very hurtful. But if you still care about her, please, give her more security. Of course, if you feel this is too exhausting, as her friend, I would advise you to give up on her early and get a divorce sooner..."

"To avoid causing her greater harm. But if you don't want to, the matter of Luo Wanwan really is a huge trigger for her. What she cares about has never been some specific thing you two did, but that this person is very likely to always be stuck between you two."

"She..."

Li Xiao's lips moved slightly; just thinking of her pain made his heart ache unbearably.

"The things Xiao Tang said did not come from her true intentions."

Jiang Baobao's voice sounded again, pulling back Li Xiao's thoughts.

"Her subconscious desire to protect you tonight was her most real and instinctive reaction. So... I can only say this much. How you proceed is for you to consider. Whether you reconcile or separate, I will support you."

Jiang Baobao finished saying what she wanted to say and did not linger, pressing the elevator button.

Li Beijue didn't say much either; he just patted Li Xiao on the shoulder and left with Jiang Baobao.

"Ding—"

The elevator doors slowly opened and then slowly closed.

Li Xiao, however, remained standing in place without moving, his knuckles clenched until they turned white.

He was, of course, clear about the knot in Cai Xiaotang's heart.

There was even a reason that not even Jiang Baobao knew, which had always hindered them from having the most intimate relationship.

He certainly did not want to give up.

He wanted to completely change her way of thinking.

To make her no longer seem heartless on the surface, but rather, as long as she was by his side, she could be without any worries.

Perhaps he was crazy.

He actually liked someone this much.

He only wanted to hold her in the palm of his hand, wishing he could give her the best of the whole world.

As for Luo Wanwan...

Li Xiao's gaze flickered for a moment, and he finally made up his mind.

Late at night—inside the massive Deluxe Suite.

Laoqi was standing in front of Li Xiao with a look of confusion.

"Xiuluo, do you mean that you want to leave for half a month to a month? And you want to leave all of us behind?"

"Yes."

Li Xiao nodded.

"Xiao Tang and I will temporarily move back to the Old Residence or stay somewhere else. All of you will accompany Luo Wanwan and continue staying at my place."

"This..."

Laoqi didn't quite understand his intention for a moment.

Li Xiao just said in a deep voice: "After you go back, continue to monitor her contact with the outside world. Don't let others know. If Luo Wanwan wants to leave during the time I am away from home, then find an excuse to keep her there until the matter is investigated clearly."

"What excuse should I use?"

Laoqi asked casually.

"Anything will do. No matter the reason, you are all very familiar with her anyway, so it shouldn't be difficult. And..."

Li Xiao paused slightly, suppressing the second half of the sentence he hadn't spoken into his heart.

And, if Luo Wanwan really still...

Then she would likely not leave on her own.

Li Xiao felt a bit of a headache and couldn't help but sigh in his heart.

Since he couldn't get Luo Wanwan out of his control, he could only take Cai Xiaotang away.

Pausing work at the Li Corporation for a period of time was just a matter of a single word from him.

In this way, the two of them could also have more time alone.

He would explain the matter of Luo Wanwan to her in detail and produce evidence.

It's just that for now, even if he wanted to show her the signal records Laoqi had monitored, he would have to wait until they returned.

This was the only and best solution he could think of right now.

After the matter was investigated clearly.

Regardless of whether Luo Wanwan accepted it or not, he would give her a sum of money that would let her live a worry-free life forever.

Consider it as making amends...

"Xiuluo? Any other instructions?"

Seeing Li Xiao stop talking, Laoqi couldn't help but ask.

"No, that's all. You go back first."

Li Xiao waved his hand, saying nothing more.

Laoqi turned and left.

The room instantly fell silent.

Li Xiao stood up, slowly paced to the bedside, and looked at the snowy scenery outside the window, a hint of a smile finally appearing at the corners of his lips.

He had finally thought of a solution.

It was just that now... a certain little pufferfish was still continuing to be angry.

He had to find a way to coax her back first.

The next day.

Li Xiao contacted Jiang Baobao directly and asked her to meet at the water bar from yesterday for coffee.

As soon as Jiang Baobao sat down, she asked straight to the point: "Is there something you want me to help with?"

"You guessed it."

Li Xiao laughed upon hearing this and also admitted candidly: "I won't give up on Xiao Tang, and I've already thought about what to do, it's just that... she is still in a fit of anger, and it will probably be a bit difficult to coax her back..."

"So what do you plan to do?"

Jiang Baobao continued to press.

Li Xiao paused slightly and explained his thoughts to her.

Hearing that he planned to take Cai Xiaotang away while Luo Wanwan remained behind, Jiang Baobao frowned in disapproval.

Li Xiao hurriedly said: "I know, this isn't the result you all want, but... I can only say that I have my reasons for letting Luo Wanwan stay, but it is definitely not permanent. As long as the matter is resolved, I will give her appropriate compensation and there will never be any private contact again..."

"Even if she needs help in the future, I will only have Lao Wu and the others step in. As for Xiao Tang, I will also explain the reason for doing this, and I am confident she won't be angry anymore."

He spoke sincerely, and Jiang Baobao hesitated for two seconds before realizing something.

Since Li Xiao said it like that... then perhaps it was related to the matters behind him?

Related to his work?

He also said that after the matter was resolved, he would cut off private contact with Luo Wanwan...

"Alright, then how do you want me to help?"

Jiang Baobao pondered for two seconds, finally stopped asking, and essentially agreed.

Li Xiao breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing this, then couldn't help but reveal a bitter smile.

"Her mood hasn't been very good during this time, so I'm thinking, what should I do to make her happy, or at least... give me a chance to talk to her."