Chapter 308: Chapter 308

Qi Longbing’s icy eyes instantly darkened. He pulled out his phone and dialed Qi Lingfeng’s number.

"I’m at New York University. Why are they saying there’s no Hua Xiaomo registered here? Qi Lingfeng, you’d better tell me everything, and be honest about it," Qi Longbing said, his tone laced with impatience.

On the other end, Qi Lingfeng replied slowly, "Heh, you sure move fast. I just saw you in your office yesterday, and by this morning, you were already in America. Big brother, if you had come sooner, perhaps this situation wouldn’t have developed, don’t you think?"

"Cut the crap and tell me where she is," Qi Longbing snapped, his impatience growing.

"She goes by an English name now, Lisa. Try asking for Lisa; you should be able to find her that way," Qi Lingfeng said. He was about to add more, but Qi Longbing had already hung up.

Qi Lingfeng frowned. If he really does find Xiao Mo, that would be good, he thought. I just hope Xiao Mo is willing to see him. This would be good not only for him, but also for the little treasure by his side.

Qi Longbing returned to New York University and went straight to the University President’s office, giving the name Lisa.

"Lisa? Are you sure? She withdrew from the university over a month ago!" the University President said.

"Withdrawn? Then where did she go?" Qi Longbing was stunned. He hadn’t expected this and couldn’t comprehend it.

He had traveled thousands of miles to find her. Even though he was a year late, he desperately wanted to find her, only to learn she might not even be in America anymore. He couldn’t even be sure if she was still in the country, only that she was no longer at this university. A wave of profound disappointment washed over him.

Qi Longbing left the University President’s office and stood outside the gates of New York University, gazing at the campus, unsure what to even think.

Xiao Mo, where are you? Do you know I’m here? Please, come out.

But no one answered. Qi Longbing stood outside the campus for a very long time, but the person he was waiting for never appeared.

"President Qi, should we try looking elsewhere? Perhaps Hua Xiaomo is somewhere else," Yu Bao suggested.

"That’s all we can do," Qi Longbing replied. He and Yu Bao searched other areas, but still found no trace of Hua Xiaomo.

He remained in America for several more days, until Old Master Qi called.

"Ah Bing, come back immediately!" the Old Master commanded, his tone clearly unhappy.

He had likely heard that Qi Longbing had flown to America on his own to find Hua Xiaomo. This news seemed to have significantly affected Old Master Qi. It was especially problematic because it affected the normal operations of the Qi Imperial Court. With Qi Longbing away, many matters at the Imperial Court were delayed, including crucial contracts that couldn’t be signed without him.

"I know, Old Master. You don’t need to rush me. I’ll be back in a while," Qi Longbing said before abruptly ending the call, his heart in turmoil.

To come all the way to America, only for it to be in vain? To not find Hua Xiaomo? How can I return empty-handed? But what else can I do if I don’t go back? I can’t stay here forever. Qi Lingfeng, what on earth are you playing at?

Finally, Qi Longbing couldn’t hold back any longer and called Qi Lingfeng again. This time, however, it was as if Qi Lingfeng was purposely defying him; the calls went unanswered. This infuriated Qi Longbing even more.

That damn kid! How dare he not answer my calls? Damn it! Qi Longbing fumed, his exceptionally handsome face clouded with heavy displeasure. How on earth can I find Hua Xiaomo? Where is she? If she’s not in America, where else could she have gone? Just the thought of Hua Xiaomo alone and adrift overseas made his heart uneasy. It was a feeling he hadn’t experienced in a year, yet now it was remarkably sharp and clear.

"President Qi, we could search more thoroughly, make more inquiries, or even check with the American authorities—customs and immigration records, for example," Yu Bao quickly suggested, clearly anxious for his boss. Hua Xiaomo really is a handful, Yu Bao thought. The boss came all this way to find her himself, and she still hasn’t shown up. What will become of their relationship?

Qi Longbing nodded. They stayed in America for a while longer, but even after a month had swiftly passed, they were still empty-handed.

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"President Qi, I heard that when the Second Young Master returned, only that girl, Yuan Youya, was with him. No one saw Zi Yunsui come back. This could mean Zi Yunsui and Hua Xiaomo are both still in America; neither of them has returned," Yu Bao analyzed.

The possibility of Hua Xiaomo and Zi Yunsui being together isn’t out of the question, Qi Longbing mused. He had considered it. But would finding Zi Yunsui actually lead me to Hua Xiaomo? That’s another problem.

The pressure from Old Master Qi was mounting. He had already been in America for a month. If he didn’t return soon, the Old Master might personally fly over and drag him back.

Qi Longbing went to the gates of New York University one last time. Watching the crowds come and go, he was filled with a tumult of emotions.

Leaving empty-handed is unbearable, he thought, but I have to accept it.

"Yu Bao, prepare for departure. We’ll fly back to City A this afternoon!" Qi Longbing said, finally deciding to give up.

What’s the use in persisting if I can’t find Hua Xiaomo? I don’t even know where she is. Staying longer would only waste more time.

"Yes, President Qi," Yu Bao replied and quickly went to prepare the private jet and make all necessary arrangements for takeoff.

The plane took off on schedule, a little after 4:00 p.m., with Qi Longbing and Yu Bao aboard, heading straight for City A.

「Upon returning to City A」

Qi Longbing immediately sought out Qi Lingfeng. However, Qi Lingfeng was currently having dinner with his girlfriend, Yuan Youya.

When Qi Lingfeng saw Qi Longbing had returned, his eyes lit up slightly.

"Big brother, you’re incredibly fast; it’s almost unbelievable. I’m starting to wonder if you teleported," Qi Lingfeng said with a faint smile, his handsome face carrying a subtle glow.