Billionaire's Long Journey of Chasing His Love-Chapter 577 - 497: Asking a Question Despite Knowing the Answer! (Third Update)

Chapter 577: Chapter 497: Asking a Question Despite Knowing the Answer! (Third Update)

Queen Haotian looked at the interaction between her son and Yi Luowa and her mood instantly improved. "Seeing Luowa, I almost feel like I missed out—if I could have two such beautiful daughters, I’d wake up laughing from my dreams."

Tong Yao laughed and asked, "Has Princess Nancy not come? If there’s a chance, let them meet each other. Maybe they’ll become good friends in the future."

"She came with me, but she suffers terribly from air sickness. I was in a hurry to come thank you all, so I didn’t bring her along." Queen Haotian looked at Tong Yao with gratitude. "Lady Biyao, you’ve taken such good care of Danton. I honestly don’t know how to thank you!"

"What are you talking about? It’s just that we get along with Danton. Besides, we haven’t gone out of our way to care for him."

"Aunt Tong Yao, everyone has clearly been so kind to me," Danton glanced around the hall, which held only the four of them, and then said to his mother, "Mom, if it weren’t for Luowa Sis, I’d be lying dead on the street by now..."

Danton recounted everything that had happened over the past few days to his mother in detail, leaving out nothing.

Queen Haotian trembled uncontrollably as she listened to her son’s words. Tears as large as beads fell onto her veil. Her heartbreak nearly caused her to faint.

Yi Luowa hurriedly grabbed some tissues and gently wiped the tears from the corners of her eyes. "Queen Haotian, please don’t be too upset. I specifically asked Shanshan about this—Danton’s condition won’t worsen as long as he continues with the medication. In other words, even if my Seventh Aunt can’t develop a cure, Danton will not be in any danger."

Queen Haotian grasped Yi Luowa’s hand. "Child, with you all here, I’m not afraid that Danton will be in danger. What hurts me most is my two children—one was lost for so many years and only now found, and the other was poisoned at such a young age..."

Queen Haotian didn’t finish her sentence before fainting from the pain.

Danton panicked instantly, clutching his mother’s shoulders and crying out loudly, "Mom..."

Tong Yao quickly picked up the phone and called Jin Qixin, "... You’re at the hospital... Hurry back! Come back as soon as possible!"

Upon hearing Jin Qixin wasn’t home, Yi Luowa hesitated for a moment, then removed Queen Haotian’s veil and immediately pressed her fingers on the philtrum point of her upper lip.

Seconds later, Queen Haotian’s lashes quivered slightly, and she slowly opened her eyes.

"Mom, you scared me to death!" Danton held his mother tightly, his voice choked with emotion.

Queen Haotian patted her son’s cheek and then looked up at Yi Luowa, who was staring blankly at her. "Did I frighten you?"

Her voice was soft, filled with warmth that comforted the heart.

Yi Luowa gave a sheepish smile. "You didn’t scare me—in fact, I was mesmerized by you."

Queen Haotian lowered her eyes to glance at her veil. "Ah, this face has brought me so much helplessness. Otherwise, I wouldn’t need to wear this veil all the time."

"Queen Haotian, I’m not sure if I should say something."

"Go ahead, I like hearing you talk."

"We live not just for ourselves, but also for the ones we love and those who love us. So, there’s no need to pay attention to other people’s opinions."

"Hearing you say that, I think you’re absolutely right. This face was given to me by my parents. Why should I hide it because of others’ words?" Queen Haotian tightly clenched the veil in her hands. "What’s the point in hiding? My two children still suffered so much because of me."

Queen Haotian spoke in a faltering tone, her expression growing increasingly sorrowful. Yi Luowa felt as though her heart was being gripped painfully.

"You shouldn’t take on all the blame just because your children have endured hardships. Sometimes, these experiences are simply opportunities for growth. Without experiencing storms, how can there be rainbows?"

Yi Luowa shot Danton a significant look.

Danton quickly nodded. "Luowa Sis is right—this is indeed a kind of training. If it weren’t for my poor health as a child, I wouldn’t have read so many books. Those books taught me many important lessons..."

"Silly child, you and your sister Luowa don’t need to comfort me. I’m not so fragile that I’d be defeated. Even if I fall, I’ll fall after taking down those who harmed you!"

"Mom..." Danton was startled by the terrifying look in his mother’s eyes, a gaze he’d never seen from her before.

Queen Haotian realized she had frightened her son and gently patted his hand with affection. "Don’t worry, don’t be afraid. Mom just hates those wicked people too much."

Danton pursed his lips tightly, staring at his mother without blinking. After a long while, he hesitated and said, "If that wicked person is her, I’m afraid Dad would be heartbroken, which is why I haven’t dared mention it to you, Mom. Promise me you won’t let this matter cause a dispute with Dad."

"Danton, you’re too much like your father. Being overly sentimental isn’t always a good thing!" Queen Haotian shook her head helplessly. "I came to thank Lady Biyao. We’ll discuss this matter further once we get home."

Queen Haotian called out to a servant standing outside the room. Soon, two servants arrived, carrying a large chest inside.

"Open it and let Lady Biyao have a look." Queen Haotian rose with a smile.

Yi Luowa glanced deeply at her, impressed by Queen Haotian’s ability to compose herself so effortlessly.

When the chest was opened, a jade statue nearly a meter tall of the Goddess of Mercy holding a child was revealed to everyone.

"Lady Biyao, I wasn’t sure what you’d like. This is a statue of the Child-Bestowing Goddess of Mercy. I hope you and Prime Minister Long Che will have many descendants."

"Queen Haotian, this gift is far too extravagant. Normally, I wouldn’t accept it. But since this is the Child-Bestowing Goddess of Mercy, for its auspiciousness, I guess I must accept it."

While exchanging courteous words, Long Che arrived.

Long Che entered the room with a stern expression but relaxed slightly when he saw Danton and Queen Haotian there.

If you asked how Uncle Che immediately recognized Queen Haotian, it wasn’t just because of their two previous meetings, but mainly because of her face. She looked strikingly similar to Luowa.

After exchanging greetings, Long Che got straight to the point. "Since both of you are here, there’s no need for me to seek you out separately. The people who ambushed you at the airport and those who attacked Danton on the mountain road are connected. I’ve reviewed their confessions, and all of them were subordinates of Du Ma. These people have been dormant in Xia Wu for years, and only received the order to attack you yesterday.

However, as to who gave the order, none of them have seen this person’s real face. Their only form of communication has been through a social networking site. I’ve already sent people to monitor the site."

Queen Haotian smiled gratefully. "Prime Minister Long Che, thank you! When I return, I will certainly investigate this matter as well. This time... we’ve troubled you again."

Long Che curled the corner of his lips slightly. "It’s no trouble at all. This is a good opportunity for me to clear out some of the hidden threats in Xia Wu."

Queen Haotian hesitated for a moment. "Prime Minister Long Che, may I speak with you privately?"

Long Che glanced at his wife, and Tong Yao nodded. Long Che then led Queen Haotian into his study.

Yi Luowa mimicked her father’s mannerism, casting a glance at her mother before cocking an eyebrow slightly.

Tong Yao was amused. She lightly smacked Yi Luowa’s arm. "Teasing me, are you? No dinner for you tonight!"

Danton laughed and rubbed Yi Luowa’s arm. "Luowa Sis, what did you do to make Aunt Tong Yao mad enough to hit you?"

Yi Luowa playfully slapped his hand away. "You’re asking the obvious!"

"Haha..." Danton chuckled and said, "You always call me mischievous, but honestly, you’re no better than I am."

Tong Yao smiled at Danton. "Danton, your mom and Uncle Che might end up talking until midnight. Why don’t you stay here for dinner? In a bit, call your sister and see how she’s feeling. If she’s feeling better, I’ll send someone to pick her up."

Danton nodded quickly, "Alright, I’ll call her shortly. If she’s better, I’ll pick her up myself. Aunt Tong Yao, if my sister comes over, let’s not tell her what happened, alright? She’s scared easily, and I wouldn’t want to frighten her."

"We won’t say a word. When she comes, we’ll only talk about happy things. You and your sister Luowa chat for a bit—I’ll go to the kitchen and make arrangements." Tong Yao said with a cheerful smile before heading to the kitchen.

As soon as his mother left, Yi Luowa tilted her head and looked at Danton. "I didn’t expect you to be so considerate!" 𝙛𝓻𝒆𝒆𝒘𝙚𝓫𝙣𝙤𝒗𝙚𝓵.𝙘𝙤𝙢

Danton straightened his back with pride. "I have many good qualities; you just haven’t discovered them yet."

Yi Luowa fluttered her curled eyelashes. She had the urge to remind him once again that being overly sentimental often leads to getting hurt, but the words caught in her throat and remained unsaid.

"Luowa Sis, aren’t those two little ones unusually quiet today? Let’s go upstairs and check on them." Danton grabbed Yi Luowa’s hand and ran to the upper floor. "If they’re awake, we’ll carry them down to meet my mom. She’s sure to love them."