A second chance with my billionaire husband-Chapter 1693 - 364: If You Want to Survive, Listen to Me (Fourteen Updates)_2

Chapter 1693: Chapter 364: If You Want to Survive, Listen to Me (Fourteen Updates)_2

Ah Fu took the opportunity when no one was paying attention to secretly wink at Yun Miao.

"Kid, come over here." Maqi suddenly spoke.

Ah Fu walked over.

"Tell him, let me go, and I won’t kill him."

Ah Fu conveyed this to Yun Miao, who sneered, "Do you think I’m an idiot? Before landing, you better give up on that idea."

Ah Fu stammered the words and, seeing Maqi’s eyes filled with murderous intent, quickly backed away.

At this moment, a person staggered in: "Not good, many ships are approaching us...."

Yun Miao’s gaze turned intense; the situation developed faster than he had anticipated.

In the distant sea, two warships were quickly moving in their direction. Seeing the specifications of the ships, Dylan exclaimed in disbelief, "Battleships?"

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Qiao Bowen’s condition was stabilizing. Yun Ya accompanied him daily, chatting and taking walks. He even had the energy to play a game of chess with Yun Ya.

Yun Ya always subtly lost to him, making Qiao Bowen believe his chess skills were truly outstanding, a smug look that made Yun Ya press her lips and smile.

"Oh dear... lost again, I’m not playing anymore, it’s no fun at all." Yun Ya messed up the chessboard, displaying a little tantrum that felt incredibly endearing to others.

Qiao Bowen laughed heartily, "You girl, going through such lengths to lose to me, that must be tiring too."

Yun Ya widened her eyes, "Isn’t it because your chess skills are superb, Grandpa? I lose willingly?"

"You, just like your grandfather, hide your skills, strategize every step. Even your losses are elusive. If you wanted to win, I would be utterly defeated."

Yun Ya learned chess from her grandfather. Hearing this, she smiled, "Did Grandpa ever play chess with my grandfather?"

As her words landed, Qiao Bowen’s smile suddenly froze, and he sighed.

Yun Ya slightly raised her brows, her pale fingertips picking up the chess pieces one by one and putting them back in the basket. "My chess and calligraphy were taught by my grandfather when I was young. Sadly, he didn’t live to see me grow up...."

Her voice fell, carrying a hint of wistfulness, "I can hardly remember what he looked like...."

"If Grandpa knew my grandfather, could he tell me about him?"

Qiao Bowen looked at her expectant and clear eyes, his expression grew wistful. With a sigh, he said, "Your grandfather... was a very, very good man...."

"Yes, my grandfather was a very kind man. He dedicated his life to charitable causes, doing his best to help those in suffering."

Yet such a good person ended up with a tragic fate.

What "good deeds bring good rewards" is all nonsense.

"I met your grandfather when we were sent to the countryside. He was an intellectual with exceptional talent and elegance, adored by many young girls. He received so many gifts that in the end, they often benefited me...." His eyes filled with longing, as if reminiscing about days long past.

Yun Ya propped her chin on her hands, listening quietly.

She could imagine her grandfather’s elegance in his youth.

In her memories, her grandfather was a gentle man, knowledgeable and well-traveled, a truly charismatic individual.

Qiao Bowen suddenly sighed, "Never mind, these old stories, what’s the point in bringing them up? Girl, come, let’s play another game, and this time you must give it your all, no more losing to me. If you lose this one, I’ll forbid you from having dinner."

Yun Ya smiled cheerfully, "And if I win, Grandpa, you can’t cry."

This time, Yun Ya indeed won, defeating him thoroughly. Qiao Bowen sighed, "I’m really getting old...."

"With me and Doctor Hua around, Grandpa can still live to be a hundred."

This statement made Qiao Bowen laugh, "I hope so."

"Sir, Mr. Qin has come to visit," Qiao Yi came in to report.

Qiao Bowen snorted coldly, "Just say I’m resting."

Yun Ya slightly raised her brows, suspecting there was some tension between the two.

"Then Grandpa Qiao, I’ll take my leave now." With that, she dashed out before Qiao Bowen could say anything else.

As Yun Ya stepped out of the door, she saw Qin Zhongwen in a sharp suit standing at the door. Yun Ya immediately greeted him politely, "Mr. Qin."

Qin Zhongwen smiled warmly, "Thank you for taking care of Elder Qiao recently, it must have been hard on you."

"Not at all, it’s my duty."

Qin Zhongwen nodded with a smile.

Before entering the room, Yun Ya glanced back and saw Qiao Yi escorting Qin Zhongwen in.

Qin Zhongwen soon left. During dinner, Yun Ya mentioned visiting the Yan Family the next day to see Aunt Zhuang and pick up some clothes. Qiao Bowen replied, "Take Eighteen with you when you go, and hurry back after getting your clothes. It’s very chaotic outside now, and I’m not comfortable with you, a young girl, being out alone."

The next day, Qiao Bowen specially sent a car to take Yun Ya home. Eighteen stayed by Yun Ya’s side at all times, and cars went before and after them, making it look like a leader’s inspection.

At the Yan Family, Ah Yun was overjoyed to see Yun Ya returning, "Miss, you’re finally back, sob~ Leaving me alone, I thought you’d abandoned me."

"I’m just staying out for a few days and will be back soon, why are you crying?"

Ah Yun sniffled, "Miss, can you take me with you?"

Yun Ya shook her head, "I’ll be back in a few days, you stay at home and take care of things."

Linshan has tight security, not just anyone can enter. Fewer people mean fewer complications, and Yun Ya didn’t plan to stay there long.

After chatting with Zhuang Xiyue for a while, Yun Ya went to see Great-grandfather, who now lived on Linshan, a fact few at home knew. After a chat with him, Great-grandfather held her hand, asking where she’d been the past few days since she hadn’t been around.

Yun Ya replied with a bright smile, "I went on a long trip and still have important matters to attend to in the coming days, but please wait for me to return, Great-grandfather."

"Okay, always be careful; there are too many bad people outside now... Great-grandfather will wait for you to come back."

Yun Ya felt warmth in her heart.

Seeing the time was about right, Yun Ya stood up to leave. Yan Fu sent her out of Rongju Garden, and she met Yan Nangui leisurely coming over, still with that nonchalant demeanor, making Yun Ya frown upon seeing him.

Yan Nangui glanced behind Yun Ya and teased, "Where’s that gender-ambiguous bodyguard of yours?"

You’re the one who’s gender-ambiguous, Yun Ya internally retorted, but kept a smile on her face, "Why, Seventh Uncle, do you want to see her?"

Hearing Yun Ya’s tone, Yan Nangui coughed. That woman was a demon; no one would want to see her.

Yun Ya gave a cold laugh and moved past him to leave.

"Ah Song asked me to take care of you before he left. Niece-in-law, if you ever have any trouble, just come to me."

Yun Ya shot him a cold glare and strode away.

Yan Nangui rubbed his chin, watching her leave, his brow slightly raised.

"Seventh Young Master," Yan Fu called.

"Let’s go, I came to check if Grandpa’s health is improving."

With that, Yan Nangui headed into Rongju Garden.

"Miss," Jiang Xiang approached quickly, dressed in casual wear, looking fresh and capable.

"The commander sent me to protect you before he left." She glanced at Yan Nangui’s retreating back into Rongju Garden, "Seventh Master can be trusted."

Yun Ya raised her brow at this, unable to muster any liking for Yan Nangui.

Leaving the Yan Family, Yun Ya went to the hospital for a while, receiving a call from Pei Qinghan on the way. She borrowed a lab in the hospital and stayed until it was nearly dark before coming out.