Fortunately, everything ended without any real danger, and the escort vehicle immediately reacted to intercept the cars following them.
Lin Lan’s driving skills were quite impressive; the trailing car was quickly shaken off, and they returned safely to the villa.
However, after getting out of the car, Ling Ruonan’s expression was quite unpleasant.
Being followed after leaving the Fang family’s place - those tracking them certainly had some nerve.
Because of this, she was very angry.
After receiving Lin Lan’s report, Wuyue also hurried over and met up with Lin Lan’s vehicle on the road, returning to the villa together.
Wuyue and Lin Lan didn’t leave, and at Luo Ziling’s signal, they entered the living room together.
"Miss, we’ve successfully stopped the tracking car, and we’ve captured the two people inside. However, they confessed that someone paid them a thousand yuan to follow your car, and they know nothing else," Wuyue proactively reported some details to Ling Ruonan, "We investigated those two, and found out they were just some car-racing enthusiasts, nothing special."
"So, someone spent a thousand yuan to make these punks disgust us?" Luo Ziling appeared quite surprised.
Wuyue glanced at Luo Ziling but did not refute.
Lin Lan shot a look at Luo Ziling, and voiced her opinion: "The drivers of the cars following us were not professionally trained, and their car was a very conspicuous red color. Based on these two points, what Wuyue said should hold true."
Luo Ziling didn’t say anything more, just looked at Ling Ruonan.
Ling Ruonan listened, and gently nodded, signifying her approval of Wuyue and Lin Lan’s analysis.
Wuyue continued: "Miss, I will keep investigating this matter, and if there are new developments, I will report them promptly."
"You guys go ahead and be busy!" Ling Ruonan didn’t say anything more, allowing Lin Lan and Wuyue to go about their tasks.
After agreeing, Wuyue and Lin Lan headed out.
Luo Ziling thought for a moment and followed them out.
Wuyue and Lin Lan were quite surprised that Luo Ziling followed them; when they reached the door, they both stopped.
They thought Luo Ziling had special instructions.
Unexpectedly, Luo Ziling was just worried they might feel upset, and came out to console them a bit.
"Don’t blame yourselves for today’s events!" Luo Ziling looked at Lin Lan, smiled, and glanced at Wuyue, "I also think someone is trying to disgust us or make us constantly anxious and run ragged. You must continue to investigate this matter, but ensure your safety and balance work with rest, don’t exhaust yourselves. You’re in your prime youth, don’t turn into haggard ladies. If you feel unwell or fatigued, come find me—I’ll offer free health care."
"Thank you, young master!" Wuyue expressed thanks, while Lin Lan just snorted, seemingly dissatisfied with Luo Ziling’s attitude.
Knowing the situation, Wuyue left first, allowing Lin Lan and Luo Ziling to have some time alone.
"How are you adapting?" Luo Ziling smiled and asked Lin Lan.
Lin Lan wasn’t yet officially employed, as her retirement matters weren’t fully dealt with.
Though her retirement application had been approved and she had left the armed forces, there’s a series of procedures that need handling post-retirement.
Registration procedures at the Retired Military Personnel Affairs Department require attention, allowances, and other compensations need exact calculation, and personnel relations must be transferred to the Northern Group—anyway, it’s incredibly complex.
But Lin Lan only deals with these matters in her spare time, with most of her energy focused on helping Luo Ziling and Ling Ruonan.
Luo Ziling knew Lin Lan wanted Ling Ruonan’s high regard, and to match Wuyue, so she was fully prepared upon deciding to leave Dragon Rise.
Lin Lan approached matters very seriously and had her own methods and traits.
Having been in Dragon Rise for some time, her covert operation skills were outstanding; Lin Lan aimed to leverage her strengths in these tasks, surprising others.
Luo Ziling understood Lin Lan’s intentions, but worried she’d overwork herself, and even miss crucial aspects.
"It’s alright!" Lin Lan calmly looked at Luo Ziling, "No matter what, it wouldn’t be as tiring as the training and missions at Dragon Rise. I endured the Hell Week training, let alone other tasks."
"You’ve just arrived, not formally employed yet, so there shouldn’t be much for you to do; some tasks can be handed over to Wuyue, Yang Xiaodong, and Wang Zhenjun for support. Once familiar with the situation, we’ll find ways for you to take charge of certain aspects." With that, Luo Ziling smiled, reaching out to hold Lin Lan’s hand and gently squeezing, "In the future, you’ll be entrusted with many important matters."
"I’ll prove my skills, that I’m more outstanding than Wuyue, Yang Xiaodong, and Wang Zhenjun," Lin Lan said arrogantly, "I’ll achieve more excellent results than them."
"I completely believe in that." Luo Ziling released Lin Lan’s hand, lightly patting her arm, "Alright, go handle tasks as needed, then rest early. You seem quite tired these past two days, don’t exhaust yourself; after all, you’ll emerge as a professional beauty. Anything you need, feel free to tell me."
"I need money!" Lin Lan extended her hand to Luo Ziling, "I have no money, just a bit of allowance, can’t even afford clothing."
Lin Lan’s serious demeanor amused Luo Ziling, making him struggle to hold back laughter.
After forcing himself not to laugh, Luo Ziling took out his wallet, pulled a card, and handed it to Lin Lan: "Take this card first, though there isn’t much money inside—certainly not enough to buy a car, but I’ll transfer more into it later. By the way, how’s your living arrangement? Will you stay with us or find another place?"
"Since Wuyue lives here, I’ll stay here too!" Lin Lan didn’t refuse Luo Ziling’s kindness, accepting the bank card with a justified expression.
"Discuss living arrangements with Wuyue; she’s only temporarily staying, as she has other accommodations."
"Whatever you arrange for me is fine!" Lin Lan shot a look at Luo Ziling, "You need to take good care of my life these years."
"No problem!" Luo Ziling quickly agreed.
"I’ll get busy, since your mom would definitely want to talk to you." Lin Lan said, turned around, and left without giving Luo Ziling a chance to say more.
Watching Lin Lan leave, Luo Ziling felt somewhat amused and exasperated.
When Luo Ziling returned to the room, Ling Ruonan and Luo Liansheng were still in the living room chatting.
Seeing Luo Ziling return, they didn’t make a fuss, continuing their conversation.
Luo Ziling sat beside Ling Ruonan, quietly listening to their discussion.
Luo Liansheng didn’t continue his previous topic with Ling Ruonan, but turned to Luo Ziling, giving some profoundly meaningful advice.
"Ziling, the Fang family is undeniably plotting against us, so you must be careful moving forward. I suspect if Fang Xiang and Fang Zhonghua strike again, they won’t give us the chance to counter, aiming to put us in deadly peril!"
Luo Liansheng’s warning made Luo Ziling’s expression change instantly.