Chapter 1473: At the Very Least, He Would Never Harm Her

Chapter 1473: Chapter 1473: At the Very Least, He Would Never Harm Her

"Dad, what exactly happened that day?" Xia Yinian pressed her lips together and asked quietly.

Xia Liyuan shook his head, his expression immediately darkening.

"Rourou didn’t show up that day, nor did she ask for leave. I happened to be on a business trip that day so I didn’t know about this. By the time I returned, it was already evening."

"The babysitter called to say Rourou hadn’t come home by around ten o’clock and her phone was off. I called the company and that’s when I found out she was absent."

"Just like that, I searched for a whole year and still couldn’t find any trace of her, and you, from the day after she disappeared, moved into my home."

Reflecting on the past, Xia Liyuan’s mood shifted from initial joy, to anxiety, and finally to indifference.

Every change in his expression was for the same person.

Xia Yinian didn’t know how charming her mom must have been at that time to capture a man’s thoughts for over a decade in just three months.

Moreover, she was already a mother, not a young girl.

For over ten years, Dad not only kept thinking of Mom, but also raised her as his own daughter, which is the best proof of his love for her.

"Dad, it’s really been hard for you all these years." Xia Yinian pressed her lips together and said softly.

This thank you was something she needed to say, for herself and for her mom.

With a woman like He Shuya by his side, not only did he take her back, but he also raised her as his daughter, which wasn’t easy at all.

"Don’t say things like that." Xia Liyuan’s face returned to its usual gentle expression.

"By the way, you said Rourou lost her memory, what’s that all about?"

Xia Yinian briefly explained the situation to Xia Liyuan, leaving out some details but not hiding much.

"Dad, I hope you can keep Mom’s matter a secret."

"If the person who harmed her back then is still around and knows Mom is back, who knows what that person might do."

"Rest assured, Rourou’s matters are mine too. I may not be able to help her much, but I certainly won’t harm her."

"I know you definitely wouldn’t harm Mom, which is why I chose to tell you." Xia Yinian nodded.

"I have kept the apartment she used to live in exactly the same." Xia Liyuan said softly.

"If you think it’s suitable, having her stay there for a few days might help with her condition."

Xia Yinian nodded thoughtfully, her gaze returning to Xia Liyuan.

"I’ll need to discuss this with the Crown Prince."

"Dad, don’t you... want to see her?" She looked at him, raising her eyebrows slightly.

"Can I?" Xia Liyuan asked immediately.

He made no attempt to hide his longing for this woman. Perhaps with age, there were fewer things to worry about.

"It’s not impossible, but I still need to go back and discuss it." Xia Yinian responded softly.

"However, Dad, let me make it clear that if you really meet Mom, it’s best not to say too much."

"Her current state of mind is very fragile and can’t be subjected to any stress."

"If you mention things she doesn’t know about or any well-intentioned lies, I’m worried it might hinder her recovery."

"I understand, you arrange it, and if you need my help, don’t hesitate to ask." Xia Liyuan gently pressed his lips.

"Okay." Xia Yinian nodded, standing up, "I’ll head back now."

"I’ll see you off." Xia Liyuan stood up as well.