Chapter 544: Thank You
Translator: Dragon Boat Translation Editor: Dragon Boat Translation
Song Fan brought her into the hospital room, and Gu Chen arrived shortly after, accompanied by Sun Zhi and Sun Gao.
Li Lan gave a helpless smile. “At this point, are you still afraid I’ll run away?”
“Given that Miss Li dared to jump from several stories high, I wouldn’t bet on you staying put,” Song Fan said, looking at her with a touch of amusement.
Li Lan was not a cold-blooded killer. If she hadn’t returned, Song Fan knew she would have had a hard time catching her.
“You’re as cautious as ever,” Li Lan smiled at Song Fan, as if looking at an old friend.
Song Fan narrowed her eyes slightly. It was clear Li Lan knew her from before; her intuition had always been right.
But before she could ask, Li Lan waved her hand. “You don’t need to ask about the past. We did know each other, but I won’t say more.”
Li Lan had come back knowing she couldn’t escape. She would rather die than reveal certain things, hoping her family might still survive if she stayed silent.
Song Fan didn’t pursue their past but asked directly, “You’re from the Brown family, aren’t you?”
Her question was so sudden that Li Lan’s eyes widened in shock, unable to hide her fear.
Song Fan understood; it seemed she had guessed correctly. Everything seemed connected to the Brown Group, including Li Lan’s attempt to steal Wu Yong’s manuscripts.
“It looks like I was right.” Song Fan sat on the sofa opposite her, staring into her eyes. “You have a reason for working for them, don’t you? If you tell us everything, with Gu Chen and my abilities, you know we can protect you.”
Li Lan knew Song Fan was telling the truth, but some things couldn’t be said, no matter what. She knew Song Fan was kind, but she couldn’t gamble. If Song Fan remembered certain things, even her kindness wouldn’t stop her from wanting to tear her apart.
Li Lan’s goal now was to buy time. She just wanted to hear news that Su Ming had woken up. Even if she couldn’t see him, knowing he was alright would be enough.
She looked at Gu Chen and then at Song Fan, smiling. “Song Fan, I think our issues should be resolved between us, don’t you agree?”
Song Fan understood her meaning; she didn’t want Gu Chen’s people around.
Though Gu Chen was reluctant, he complied after seeing Song Fan’s look. “I’ll be right outside. If anything happens, call.”
After seeing her nod seriously, he led his people out.
With only the two of them left, Li Lan visibly relaxed. “You’re as kind and meddlesome as ever.”
Although Song Fan wanted to recover her lost memories, there were more urgent matters to discuss.
“Is Wu Yong with the Brown Group? Did you come to steal his manuscripts for the new drug formula?” Song Fan asked bluntly.
The frail-looking Li Lan would not easily reveal anything.
“How is Su Ming? Is he really okay?” Li Lan asked instead of answering.
Raising an eyebrow, Song Fan didn’t expect Li Lan to care so much about Su Ming. “I’m sure he’s fine, but he’s very weak and might not wake up for four or five hours. If you cooperate, you can see him then.”
“Four or five hours?” Li Lan looked at the clock on the wall helplessly. “That’s a long time.”
She sighed, knowing she wouldn’t see Su Ming awake. But Song Fan’s words assured her he was alright.
“Song Fan, to show my gratitude, I’ll tell you something.” Li Lan sat up straight, her eyes complex. “You are too meddlesome. You might not remember, but your life wasn’t easy to come by.”
Song Fan frowned but didn’t interrupt. It was the first time someone mentioned her past.
“Please take care of him for me in the future,” Li Lan continued, her voice growing softer. “Stay away from Gu Chen and the Brown Group. Live your life as the Eldest Miss of the Song Family and cherish it.”
Suddenly, Li Lan collapsed onto the sofa.
Song Fan rushed to support her, checking her pulse and realizing Li Lan was poisoned.
“Li Lan, you can’t die. Don’t you want to see Su Ming?” Song Fan tried to call for help but was stopped by Li Lan grabbing her hand.
Li Lan’s eyes showed regret. “Xiao Fan, thank you.”
With that, she closed her eyes, a smile on her lips.
A nerve snapped in Song Fan’s mind, and a familiar scene triggered a headache. Everything turned red before she too lost consciousness and fell to the floor.