Chapter 1233: I'll Stand Up for You

This was the first time he directly realized the extent of Bo Yanching’s influence.

He flew to the city.

He had some network connections, but no real power of his own.

Bo Yanching managed to arrange his itinerary in a short time.

Luckily, such a person is not an enemy.

Pei Dongshi felt a vague concern, thinking how could Nan Jiaojiao outsmart Bo Yanching with the way she thinks.

“Alright, thanks for the trouble.”

Bo Yanching asked, “Any precautions to take?”

Perhaps there was some concern mixed with blame.

Nan Jiaojiao is a doctor herself.

Wouldn’t she know how to take care of herself?

Oh, right, she’s a doctor and also knows about poisons.

Could she not detect what’s in the incense?

“Just don’t let her carry things,” Pei Dongshi asked Nan Jiaojiao, “How did you fall for it and what made you feel powerless all over?”

At the mention of this, Nan Jiaojiao’s expression turned unpleasant, “I was careless.

The hot spring was too comfortable, and I had drinks and cut fruits placed nearby.

The incense was placed far away.

By the time I realized, I had already inhaled quite a bit.”

Back then, as soon as she entered the hot spring room, the servants inside were very warm and welcoming towards her.

Nan Jiaojiao didn’t like being surrounded by so many women changing clothes, so she asked them all to leave.

Later, when she came out, she didn’t see anyone.

She thought those people had gone to attend to other tasks or, embarrassed, had retreated.

She even admired the Bo Family for the high level of training their servants had.

Now thinking back, the fact that there was no one around was actually the problem.

When did Bo Yichen start targeting her?

How did he assume she was just a companion brought in by Bo Yanching’s friend, spitting out filthy language?

Bo Yanching only invited Yaen Chi and a few others, all close associates.

Yet, according to Bo Yichen’s tone, it seemed like a grand banquet was invited, implying Bo Yanching couldn’t extricate himself to rescue her.

Where did this incorrect information come from?

After sending Pei Dongshi away, Nan Jiaojiao hadn’t even spoken before Bo Yanching seemed to have guessed her thoughts, directly blocking her words to prevent her from going to the hospital.

“I’ll handle it.

I’ll take care of things.

You stay home and rest for a while.

I’ll have Aunt Chan and my second sister keep you company.

I’ll be back soon.”

Nan Jiaojiao hooked his little finger, gently tugging it, “Why won’t you let me go?”

“I’ll vent your anger for you, so you don’t have to show yourself.”

She understood the reasoning, wasn’t it just to prevent certain Bo family members’ anger from being directed at her?

But Nan Jiaojiao was naturally rebellious, never scared, “I’m the one who stabbed them.

Even if you protect me, they’ll still count it against me.

What’s there to hide from?

I’m not afraid.”

Bo Yanching hooked her little finger, then fiddled with her other fingers, gradually wrapping her hand in his palm, gently squeezing it.

He pulled Nan Jiaojiao a few steps closer, softly holding her in his arms, slightly bowing his head to look at her, with his thin lips gently pressed together, and the corners of his lips drew a faint arc.

“I’m scared, sweetheart.”

Nan Jiaojiao raised her eyebrows slightly, “What?”

He was indeed afraid; he was all too aware of how despicable and terrible the Bo family members could be.

It wasn’t a big deal before.

But in front of her, with such a complex family background, he inexplicably felt a bit inferior, fearing he wasn’t worthy of her.

Also afraid that the Bo family’s snarls and grimaces would frighten her.

Those storms, he could carry alone; there was no need to drag her into them.

“Listen to me, I’ll properly vent your anger, and if you’re not satisfied, we can deal with them tomorrow.

I’ll handle it for you first.”