novelxo Chapter 1071
Strangely, Zong Yanchen felt an urge to go after Mu Yuan’er upon hearing the word “child.”
He had planned to search for her after making a recovery, but he hadn’t been back for a while. In addition to that, Zhuang Zijin’s health was deteriorating after Cheng Yuwen’s death. It would seem selfish of him to leave his family because of personal reasons during this difficult period of life.
Zhuang Jiawen was already in charge of their family’s affairs. Zong Yanchen wasn’t always with his parents to be a filial son, so he felt guilty for not fulfilling his duties as the eldest child.
Zhuang Zijin had brought him up. She might pass on anytime, so he couldn’t be selfish and leave right now.
After her parents gave their consent, Zong Yanxi agreed to return to Thailand with Tawan. Before she could board the plane, however, she received a call from Gu Xian.
“My mom is ill. She might not hold on for long. Before she passes on, I want him to come and visit him.”
Zong Yanxi stood in the middle of the bustling airport, stunned. “Your mom…”
“She’s suffering from terminal cancer. She has been receiving treatment all the while, but it isn’t doing much. The doctor told me to be prepared. I know he has his own life, and I don’t mean to intrude. I just want him to know of my existence.”
“Alright,” Zong Yanxi agreed. “Send me your address, and I shall bring him there.”
“Will he come with you?”
“I have a plan. He will be there.”
“Alright.”
After they ended their phone conversation, Gu Xian texted her an address.
“Flight D360 to Baykeep will depart shortly. All passengers, please check your ticket at the boarding gate.”
Tawan urged, “Let’s go.”
Zong Yanxi shot him an apologetic look. “I might not be able to return to Thailand with you. Something urgent has come up.”
The man stared at her for a few seconds before answering, “Alright. I’ll give you a ride back then.”
He was actually worried that Zong Yanxi had changed her mind because she regretted agreeing to head to Thailand with him.
Still, he didn’t ask that out loud.
Even if she decided to go back on her word, he wouldn’t blame her – she had the right to decide her life.
“No need. I’ll send you off at the boarding gate. After dealing with this matter, I shall come to you,” Zong Yanxi replied with a grin.
Tawan couldn’t conceal his delight. “Really? You’ll come to me?”
“Of course. I gave you my word, didn’t I?” She then went out to explain, “My friend’s mother is terribly ill, and I have to visit her. Don’t think too much about it.”
Tawan drew her into his embrace. “I’ll wait for your arrival.”
“Alright. It’s time to board the flight!”
Zong Yanxi watched as he walked into the boarding gate before coming to a stop and waved at her.
She returned his goodbye wave with a smile.
When Tawan’s figure disappeared from sight, she whipped her phone out and called someone while leaving the airport.
Alas, she couldn’t get through Guan Jing’s phone.
Hence, she had no choice but to head home to ask for Zong Jinghao’s help.
“What?” Su Zhan parted his lips incredulously at the shocking piece of news Zong Yanxi had just delivered. “Guan Jing has an illegitimate child?”
An unfazed Zong Jinghao gave her a number without hesitation.
Guan Jing had two phone numbers, but only a handful of people knew about his second number.
The moment Zong Yanxi dialed the number, it connected.
“Uncle Guan,” she greeted him and walked away to talk on the phone.
Meanwhile, Su Zhan was brimming with curiosity. “Does Guan Jing have an illegitimate child for real? Why didn’t I know about this?”
Zong Jinghao glanced at him and replied coolly, “There are many things you don’t know about!”
Su Zhan could not find his tongue.
“I’m not curious about his illegitimate son. I’m just wondering who his mother was.” Su Zhan flopped onto the couch and snickered. “I can’t believe Guan Jing was a player when he was young. He even gave birth to an illegitimate son.”