A gift for the young master?
Who is the young master?
Cici tried to open her eyes, but another wave of dizziness hit her.
Before she could pass out again, Cici bit her tongue hard.
The taste of blood instantly filled her mouth.
It was the pain that kept Cici awake.
Before she could swallow the blood, she heard soft footsteps outside.
“What is going on?” A clear male voice sounded, tinged with helplessness. “Why did my father call me back? What does he want?”
“Young master, you'll know once you go in.” The man carrying Cici lowered his voice. “Mr. Wayne said this is a gift to apologize to you.”
“What nonsense! What apology? I don't need any of this!” The clear-voiced man sounded angry. “The moment he brought that woman and child home, I stopped being his heir. No matter how much money he has, it has nothing to do with me. Take this so-called gift away. I won't accept it!”
The man carrying Cici grew flustered. “Young master, please listen! If you don't accept this gift... then... then...”
“Stop stammering and spit it out!” The clear-voiced man grew impatient.
“She’ll die.” The man said helplessly. “Mr. Wayne ordered that if you refuse the gift, the woman inside will be killed…”
“Ridiculous!” The clear-voiced man exploded in anger, then said, “Fine, I get it! All of you, leave!”
As soon as he finished speaking, the door opened again.
Cici was about to close her eyes and pretend to be unconscious, but before she could, she saw a figure in a white coat—and a vaguely familiar face.
“Nono!” The man froze for a moment, then rushed over in excitement.
Hearing that voice and nickname, Cici suddenly realized who it was.
Wasn’t this the son from that father-son pair she met right after returning to China?
His name was… Evan Wang, right?
Why is he here?
Could it be... I'm the 'gift' he's supposed to receive?
Cici's eyes widened in shock!
Evan Wang's gaze landed on Cici's hands and feet—they were tied so tightly she couldn't move at all!
Just as Cici tried to struggle, Evan Wang quickly stopped her. "Don't move. I'll untie you. Don't worry, I won't hurt you!"
Cici stared at Evan Wang, unsure if she could trust him.
Without another word, Evan Wang untied the ropes binding Cici.
"I'm sorry, I didn't expect it to be you," Evan Wang apologized first. "My father did this on his own—it wasn't my idea! Nora..."
"I've already explained, I'm not Nora Yun," Cici said, her voice hoarse and tinged with bitterness. "I'm Cici Yun."
Evan Wang paused, a flash of disappointment in his eyes. "I'm sorry. No matter who you are, I owe you an apology."
Cici flexed her hands and feet—after being tied up for so long, she felt numb all over.
Her arms and legs were covered in rope marks. Cici felt helpless.
Just then, Evan Wang's phone suddenly rang.
Evan Wang glanced at the caller ID, hesitated, then answered.
On the other end, his father's voice came, trying to please him: "Son, do you like this woman? The Miss Yun you fancied is gone, but this is her sister... They look exactly alike. If you want, just..."
"Enough! Stop talking!" Evan Wang shot a glance at Cici, feeling his anger rising.
He couldn't believe his father would do something so outrageous!
Does he really think this is his turf?
This is Newport City!
This is someone else's territory!
Wayne Wang heard his son lose his temper and paused. "Son, the past is behind us. You are still my son. I just want your forgiveness!"
"We'll talk about this later. I'm hanging up now," Evan Wang said coldly, ready to end the call.
"Wait." Wayne Wang stopped him. "You must keep this woman! Once the deed is done, the Yun Family won't dare make trouble. Even though they've withdrawn from the country, their old connections remain. As long as your relationship is confirmed, you won't have to fear the Yun Family! I can protect you in Capital City!"
Wayne Wang's voice drifted through the phone, and Cici happened to hear every word.
Cici's face turned ashen in an instant!
Wayne Wang... Unbelievable!
Just because he's from Capital City, he thinks he can do whatever he wants?
The Yun Family only withdrew from the country, and he dares to kidnap me so brazenly?
Great. Just great!
Evan Wang looked embarrassed. "Alright, I know what to do."
He hung up quickly, then turned to Cici. "Don't worry, I won't listen to him! I could never do something like that. The person I've always loved is Nora. You're her sister—how could I hurt you?"
Cici felt a little relieved at his words.
"How did Nora... pass away?" Evan Wang bit his lip, sadness flickering in his eyes. "I didn't even get to say goodbye."
"My sister... she went peacefully," Cici replied, choosing her words carefully. "Her life was meaningful."
Though Nora Yun died young, she was truly loved.
Cici couldn't help but feel a little jealous of her.
While Evan Wang was explaining to Cici, Eric Jiang kept trying to call her, but couldn't get through.
Eric Jiang drove with the two kids to Cici's building, only to find a crowd gathered outside.
Eric Jiang asked his assistant to find out what had happened.
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When he heard there'd been a kidnapping nearby, Eric Jiang's heart skipped a beat!
A sense of dread washed over him!
Cici was in trouble!
The two kids in the car looked just as serious.
Even if Eric Jiang said nothing, they could already guess what happened.
Ethan Yin immediately said, "I'll call Daddy! Mom's in danger!"
Miles Gu had already opened his laptop, his chubby fingers flying over the keys as he hacked into Newport City's traffic cameras and pulled up footage of the kidnapping!
Ethan Yin and Miles Gu's eyes widened in shock!
They really dared to kidnap Mom!
Are they asking for trouble?
A surge of fury rose in the hearts of both kids!
At that moment, Charles Yin's phone was already connected. Ethan Yin said, "Dad, I'm sending you the footage of Mom's kidnapping! The license plate is fake—we've checked. The rest is up to you!"
Charles Yin was rushing out of the building when he received his son's call. He didn't know how Ethan had gotten the information so quickly.
But his son's actions really saved him a lot of time.
"Got it. Don't worry, I'll rescue your mom!" Charles Yin's voice was cold and ruthless. "No one touches my family and gets away with it!"
After hanging up, Miles Gu immediately said to Eric Jiang, "Uncle, let's go meet up with Dad!"
Eric Jiang was anxious, and agreed right away.
The cars turned around and met up with Xiao A and Xiao Heng. Soon, both teams were together.
After explaining to each other, Cici said, "I have to get out of here. My kids are waiting for me!"
"You have children?" Evan Wang's face paled.