Chapter 144: Proposing marriage

On the other side, Shi Yi also turned off the TV in the rental house and then dialed Qin Hao Bei.

"Brother, how is Godmother?!"

Shi Yi's voice was extremely anxious.

"It's fine, she was just frightened, she'll be fine after observing in the hospital for a night."

"Which hospital? I'll go take a look."

"Xing'er, you don't need to come, Mom is already asleep."

"But... but I'm still a bit worried. I'll just go take a look, I won't disturb Godmother's sleep, okay?"

On the phone, Qin Hao Bei's voice was neither cold nor hot, and couldn't hear his emotions:

"Don't worry, she's really fine, she's already had a full body checkup."

Hearing Qin Hao Bei's words, Shi Yi's heart felt a bit cold.

She knew that her brother didn't want her to go to the hospital now.

However, after thinking about it a little, she understood—perhaps at this very moment, her brother wasn't in Godmother's ward, but in Shi Xi's ward.

Perhaps, he was gently and carefully guarding her.

Even if her brother didn't like Shi Xi anymore, even if he was stone-hearted, today, she saved Godmother's life in front of the kidnapper.

She even confessed to her brother in front of everyone.

For anyone, it would be impossible not to have a trace of guilt and heartache, or even... heart-beating.

"Alright."

Shi Yi had no choice but to say lightly: "Then I'll trouble... Brother to take care of her for the night. By the way, Shi Xi, how is she?"

"She's fine."

"Mm, it's good that she's fine..."

Shi Yi felt so awkward that she didn't know what to say, so she hung up the phone in a hurry.

"Brother, I have nothing else, I won't bother you."

"Take care of yourself too."

Beep, beep, beep...

On the phone, the sound of being hung up came. Qin Hao Bei, who was in the hospital, put down his phone and sighed helplessly.

At this very moment, he was indeed in Shi Xi's ward.

But not in the ward, but outside the hallway.

His mother insisted that he come to visit Shi Xi's condition.

No matter what, Shi Xi saved his mother's life this time, and Qin Hao Bei had no choice but to obey.

However...

He walked halfway, and the more he thought about this matter, the more he felt it was very suspicious...

Was the kidnapper's purpose the Phoenix Lamp, or the hostage?

If it was for the Phoenix Lamp, why was the Phoenix Lamp right in front of him at that time, and he could have snatched it with one reach, but why didn't he snatch it, and didn't even look at it?

And, why did Shi Xi hold onto his body and not let go after the kidnapper ran away?

It was obvious she didn't want him to chase him.

Could it be...

A suspicious, but the only guess that could explain everything, slowly rose in Qin Hao Bei's heart.

He took out his phone and quickly dialed a number.

"Hello, Uncle Wei, help me check a few surveillance cameras."

Soon it was the weekend.

Today was the day Shi Yi picked up Xiao Shiliu. During this time, because Mother Qin was frightened and was recuperating at home, Xiao Shiliu had been taken care of by a nanny.

Shi Yi specifically asked for a week off, planning to accompany Xiao Shiliu well and make up for the maternal love she owed.

She also let Godfather and Godmother have some free time to rest.

She got off the taxi and just walked to the entrance of the villa when she suddenly stopped.

At the entrance of the Qin family villa, a black Maybach was parked... That was Shi Heng's car?!

Shi Heng, why would he come to the Qin family?

Shi Yi slowed her pace, walked quietly to the window and looked, and sure enough, she saw Shi Heng sitting on the sofa in the Qin family living room, and beside him, there was actually... Shi Zhenyuan?!

"Miss Xing'er, you're back."

Just then, the nanny walked out and said respectfully to Shi Yi:

"The young master is playing upstairs, I'll take you over."

Shi Yi smiled and said "Mm."

"I'm not in a hurry, by the way, are there guests at home today?"

"Mm, I heard they came to propose marriage to the old master."

Shi Yi's heart shook violently, and her body swayed, almost unable to stand still.

"Propose marriage?! You... are you sure they came to propose marriage?!"

"When I poured tea for the guests just now, I heard the guests say that they came to propose marriage to Miss Shi Xi. Miss, have you seen the news? It's the eldest daughter of the Shi family, the richest in Lanwan, who saved the madam's life! I see everyone online saying they are a talented and beautiful couple, a match made in heaven..."

Shi Yi's eyes were sour and swollen.

"Since that's the case, then I'll come to pick up Xiao Shiliu tonight."

After saying that, she left the Qin family villa alone.

At this very moment, inside the villa living room, Shi Zhenyuan sat on the sofa with his legs crossed, his expression dignified and solemn.

"Mr. Qin, my daughter Shi Xi saved your son's life at the launch site, and a few days ago, she saved your wife's life by using herself as a hostage in front of the auction house. I think you should have heard about these things."

"Three years ago, I proposed the wish for our two families to marry, but you didn't give me a clear answer, and my daughter waited for three whole years! I don't know now, have your family considered it clearly?" 【1

Qin Hao Bei stood up, and just as he was about to speak, he was pulled back down onto the sofa by Qin Father.

Qin Father picked up his teacup and took a light sip of tea.

"Mr. Shi, I apologize for making you wait three years. However, back then, you used the excuse of discussing business to trick an unsuspecting Xiao Bei into coming to your residence, when it was actually for a blind date. Such behavior is likely not the attitude a businessman like you should have."

A wave of anger suddenly rose in Shi Zhenyuan's heart. His behavior was bad? Then was the current attitude of their Qin Family any better?!

It was clearly Xi'er who saved the lives of his wife and son, yet they were putting on such airs here!

However, he still tried his best to suppress the anger in his heart and said in as calm a tone as possible:

"Therefore, Heng and I have come to your residence today precisely for this matter. Please give me a clear answer now!"

Qin Father turned his head and looked at Madam Qin, who was sitting beside him.

He saw Madam Qin silently nod toward Qin Father.

The next second, a calm and composed smile tugged at the corners of Qin Father's mouth.

"I'm sorry, Xiao Bei cannot marry your daughter, Shi Xi."

As soon as the words fell, Shi Zhenyuan flew into a rage, stood up, and roared:

"Qin Yecheng, don't push people too far! My daughter has saved the lives of your family members time and time again! Do you have no sense of gratitude at all?! Even if your Qin Family is a wealthy and prestigious clan, my Shi Family is still the richest in Lanwan. In what way are we inferior to your Qin Family?! When it comes down to it, this marriage is your Qin Family climbing the social ladder to reach my Shi Family. I have already given you enough face by coming to your door to propose; don't be ungrateful!"

Seeing his father in such an agitated state, Shi Heng hurriedly grabbed Shi Zhenyuan and said:

"Dad, don't get excited, let me speak."

After saying this, he walked in front of Qin Hao Bei and spoke respectfully and politely:

"Qin Hao Bei, my sister truly likes you. Do you really have no feelings for her at all?"

Qin Hao Bei sneered and spat out two words.

"None."

Shi Heng felt a rush of hot blood surge into his brain, and he clenched his hands tightly.

"Qin Hao Bei, is your heart really made of stone?! My sister broke two ribs and didn't hesitate to risk her life, using herself as a hostage to save your mother! Are you not even going to give her a single chance?"

"Saved my mother?"

A mocking smile tugged at the corners of Qin Hao Bei's mouth.

"You shouldn't say things like that recklessly."

Following that, he walked over to the television, picked up the remote control, and pressed a button.

The large screen lit up instantly.

"Mr. Shi, Young Master Shi, you might as well watch this video first and get to know your daughter properly!"