Rebirth: I Became Mr.President's Beloved-Chapter 1133: Are You Sure You Want to Separate?

Chapter 1133: Chapter 1133: Are You Sure You Want to Separate?

In other words, this is a headless case.

Around two thousand pounds of white powder is conspicuous anywhere.

Lai Wenyan took the Tang family’s antiques back then, but never mentioned the white powder, indicating he didn’t handle it, otherwise, Lai Wenyan handing over this batch would be a great achievement and benefit his career greatly.

Tang Li thought of a possibility.

Could it be that Tang Shen didn’t sell this batch and ended up double-crossed?

After all, at that time, Tang Shen suddenly passed away, leaving things in chaos beneath him.

It’s highly possible someone took advantage of the chaos to seize the goods.

If this batch hasn’t entered the market in Country S, then after excluding Kun’s location in Burma, it’s very likely being traded in neighboring countries, such as Siamese, Laos, Yue Country.

Tang Li mentioned the incident where Lai Wenyan and his wife were kidnapped by Kun’s men: "Kun may believe now that it was my father who took that white powder."

Moreover, because of her escape, Kun might even vent his anger on Lai Wenyan.

So Lai Wenyan and Ouyang Qian are certain to be in a bad situation upon arriving in Shan State.

"Kun seems to know about my marriage," Tang Li added.

Whether he knows she married Song Baiyan, that is unknown.

But her kidnapping to Shan State, with Meng Shu helping to fuel the flames, him being Ming’s biological son, wouldn’t keep matters hidden from Ming.

Besides, she only told Kun that her father betrayed Tang Shen.

She never once mentioned Lai Wenyan’s name.

Yet Kun accurately found Lai Wenyan.

Unless Kun met Lai Wenyan beside Tang Shen in earlier years. 𝘧𝓇ℯ𝑒𝓌𝑒𝑏𝓃𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘭.𝒸ℴ𝓂

Thus, he knew this anti-drug hero was Tang Shen’s former son-in-law.

Then guessing that her biological father is also Lai Wenyan.

Or does Kun have another insider in Country S?

This insider holds a relatively high position.

At least this person can access various case files.

Thinking about this, Tang Li’s heart sank, her expression becoming restrained.

Yet, a wrinkle just formed between her brows, resolved by Song Baiyan’s thumb, "Still so young, don’t emulate those old cadres’ old-fashioned demeanor."

Tang Li lifted her head.

Her nose brushed past Song Baiyan’s palm.

When Song Baiyan withdrew his hand, Tang Li spoke again: "If Kun can’t get the goods from my father, he’ll surely come after me."

By then, Kun won’t be so courteous or ’easy to talk to’.

As Tang Li said this, her demeanor was unprecedentedly serious, coupled with a face full of collagen, exhibiting an unsuited depth for her age. When she tightened her lip line, the depth was played to the extreme, more like a child swinging a grown-up’s sleeve.

This child is desperately trying to think in an adult manner.

Song Baiyan’s large palm returned to Tang Li’s back, gently stroking, "These matters are for adults to solve, you just need to live, study, and work normally."

"My grandfather’s status—"

Tang Li hesitated, yet wouldn’t allow herself to retreat, "If it’s made public, would it affect you?"

This mattered to her more than anything.

She wanted to know, if there would be an impact, approximately to what extent.

Would it—

Affect his re-election?

She hoped it wouldn’t be her causing him to be impeached in this lifetime.

But Song Baiyan said, "Public officers’ political reviews examine the situation of themselves and their immediate family. Policies never mention spouses or their relatives needing examination."

...Is that so?

Seeing Tang Li’s skeptical gaze, a small smile appeared on Song Baiyan’s lips, "Now you don’t even believe my words?"

Tang Li didn’t answer.

This wasn’t a matter of trust.

She feared, even if the consequences were severe, Song Baiyan wouldn’t tell her.

Moreover, politics is precisely an area she’s never ventured into.

She feared Han Jifeng’s prophecy might come true.

Afraid Song Baiyan might end up connected to drug traffickers because of her.

Tang Li approached, wrapping her arms around Song Baiyan’s waist, snuggling herself into his embrace, then reminded, "If there’s a bad impact, you must tell me."

Song Baiyan’s right hand, once resting on her nape, slowly moved down, pressing against her neck.

Moments passed, he teased gently, "Thinking of so many things, afraid your little head can’t hold all of it."

Tang Li tightened her grasp, hearing Song Baiyan’s deep, gentle voice, as smooth and intoxicating as well-aged wine, "In Northern Myanmar, fearless of heaven and earth, yet now, your courage seems to have shrunk?"

"In Northern Myanmar, because I knew you’d send someone to save me," Tang Li replied.

Song Baiyan said nothing more.

He merely rubbed Tang Li’s neck with his finger bones.

Tang Li cut through this moment of tenderness: "If there’s any impact, then we should separate for a while."

These words were the result of careful thought over recent days.

Learning Song Baiyan planned a drug sweep strengthened her decision, with Lai Wenyan and his wife kidnapped, one a former councilman, the other a retired general’s child. With Country S involved in the Golden Triangle affairs, it was appropriately justified, and the subsequent capture of Kun and Isa became legitimate.

Song Baiyan’s inquiry arose beside her: "Are you sure you want to separate?"

Tang Li’s fingers clutched the shirt tightly, yet she still voiced a soft ’mm’.

There followed a long silence.

She listened to Song Baiyan’s steady heartbeat, reluctant to release the shirt held in her hands, then heard his slight sigh: "Since you want to separate, let’s temporarily separate."

Tang Li’s grip on the shirt loosened gradually.

The request she once thought difficult to express was far smoother in reality than anticipated.

Slowly, she left Song Baiyan’s embrace.

Having spoken of separation, she could no longer stay at Tan Palace.

Song Baiyan didn’t consent to her moving back to Huafu No. 1, "These days, living outside isn’t safe. Move to Yunqi Villa first; if you’re bored living alone, invite classmates to accompany you."

Tang Li looked up, eyes glistening with moisture gazing at Song Baiyan, "We’ve already separated, why still be so kind to me."

"Don’t want me to take care of you anymore?"

This care carried Song Baiyan’s unique charm.

It was addictive.

Song Baiyan caring for her wasn’t restricting her but watching over and protecting.

Tang Li didn’t stop Song Baiyan from caring, so she silently accepted his arrangement.

After leaving the office, she returned upstairs to pack.

In truth, there wasn’t much to pack.

Returning yesterday, her things were still in boxes.

Tang Li greeted Xiao Minglan, merely mentioning urgent work, Xiao Minglan asked no further, only advising her to stay safe outside.

Before departing Tan Palace, she didn’t see Song Baiyan again.

From He Wei, she learned Song Baiyan was again in a cellphone meeting.

Delivered to Yunqi Villa by He Wei, Tang Li didn’t choose the master bedroom, but a guest room.

At night, she lay in bed, the cellphone placed beside her pillow.

From seven in the evening till midnight, Song Baiyan sent no message.

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Daytime Tang Xiaoli: Let’s separate!

Nighttime Tang Xiaoli: Husband ignores me, crying!

The previous Chapters were blocked, never showing, unhappy. o(╥﹏╥)o

Good night.