My Virtual Girlfriend-Chapter 290: Video Message to Chen Yan

Seeing Chen Yan in a daze, He Mengxue obviously misunderstood.

She sighed slightly and then said, "I understand how you feel. It’s tough for anyone to accept the sudden death of an uncle who was so close to you."

"However, as utilitarian as this may sound, I still advise against getting too involved with the Zhao Family."

"My dad had assessed Zhao Qingtian and said that he is unfathomable, ruthless, and very tough to deal with."

"So, under such circumstances, it’s better to stay out of it if you can."

"After things have settled, you can perhaps help out the young miss of the Zhao Family."

Hearing He Mengxue’s words, Chen Yan came back to his senses. He didn’t explain much about his relationship with Zhao Xuan and Zhao Ying. He just nodded slightly.

After they finished discussing two serious matters, the conversation between the two of them became much more relaxed.

Although it was only the third time Chen Yan and He Mengxue had met, they seemed to have a lot in common and were both currently facing crises, so their conversation flowed surprisingly well.

Chen Yan, who usually didn’t drink much, also joined her for a few drinks. fɾēewebnσveℓ.com

The two of them chatted until 2 a.m. before concluding their date.

Chen Yan had arrived by taxi today, so he took one back as well.

This indeed prevented the risk of driving under the influence.

When he got home, Chen Yan took a bath to wash away the fatigue of the day. Then he lay in bed, staring at the ceiling.

He didn’t know what he was thinking about; he just felt the world was changing too fast, so fast that he was almost unable to keep up.

In the blink of an eye, Zhao Ying became his third Virtual Girlfriend.

And in another blink, Zhao Xuan was dead.

How incredible...

After reflecting on life’s unpredictability for a while, Chen Yan took out his phone and checked for updates of the novel he had been following.

The novel was getting more exciting.

As the female protagonist was probing into the male protagonist’s secrets, a beautiful female celebrity with many fans appeared on the scene.

It seemed that this celebrity was meant to be the second female lead.

She immediately expressed admiration for the male protagonist and started to pursue him relentlessly.

Due to her infatuation with the male protagonist, she also started to suppress the female protagonist.

Now, the female protagonist had even more to deal with: investigating the male protagonist’s secrets, coping with the second female lead’s suppression, and seeking revenge—don’t forget, the male protagonist had wronged her in the very first Chapter...

While watching these plot developments, Chen Yan always felt the description of the female celebrity was especially similar to Lu Man. Both were fun, lively, and outwardly aloof.

But he didn’t think too much about it, just feeling it was a curious coincidence.

After he finished reading the latest updates, Chen Yan switched his phone to silent, covered himself with the blanket, and fell into a deep sleep.

The next day, the weather remained a bit gloomy.

Chen Yan got up and checked the weather forecast, which predicted a strong cold front in the next few days, with snow expected the day after tomorrow.

After washing up and eating something, Chen Yan bundled up in warm clothes, went downstairs, drove his car, and headed for the company.

As he was leaving the underground parking lot of his residential area, a security guard suddenly stopped Chen Yan’s car.

Chen Yan had been living in the complex for half a year and was familiar with the doormen and security guards. So when he saw the security guard stopping his car, Chen Yan rolled down the window out of curiosity and asked, "Xiao Qin, what’s wrong?"

The guard named Xiao Qin said with a smile, "Brother Chen, there’s a package for you here."

"A package?" Chen Yan was perplexed, "A delivery? Why isn’t it in the parcel locker?"

Xiao Qin replied, "It’s not a delivery. It’s just a document."

"It was dropped off yesterday afternoon. They said it was for you."

After hearing this, Chen Yan nodded and said, "Let’s take a look then."

Xiao Qin answered, "Hmm," took out an envelope from the security booth, walked over to the car, and handed it to Chen Yan.

Chen Yan took the envelope, shook it slightly, and realized it wasn’t a letter inside but rather contained something small.

He tossed the envelope on the passenger seat and said to Xiao Qin, "Thanks for that, Xiao Qin."

Xiao Qin responded with a smile, "No problem, Brother Chen. You go ahead and do your thing."

Chen Yan nodded, rolled up the window, left the residential area, and drove towards the company.

The complex was quite close to the company, but Chen Yan only drove in winter.

Soon after, he arrived at Fenghua Building.

After parking the car, Chen Yan took the envelope, looked at it while riding the elevator to the top floor.

Only one sentence was written on the front of the envelope: "To Mr. Chen Yan, personal."

The back was sealed with a metal stamp to prevent unauthorized opening.

Chen Yan carefully looked over the envelope but couldn’t find any indication of the sender.

Somewhat puzzled, Chen Yan opened the envelope, and as expected, there was no letter inside, just a black USB drive.

"A USB drive?"

Chen Yan was curious.

Who sent it to him?

And so cloak-and-dagger.

Not sure whether the content on the USB was safe, after arriving at the company, Chen Yan asked Fat Phoenix to bring him a laptop.

In his office, he placed the laptop on the desk, booted it up, and inserted the USB drive.

He opened the USB to find just one MP4 video file.

Chen Yan frowned and clicked open the video.

When the video started, the image of Zhao Xuan appeared on the laptop screen.

Chen Yan was startled as he watched Zhao Xuan on the screen.

He really hadn’t expected Zhao Xuan to be reaching out to him.

He looked at Zhao Xuan in the video. Compared to the last time Chen Yan saw him, he appeared thinner, and his face was more haggard.

Zhao Xuan addressed him, saying,

"Chen Yan, if you’re watching this video, it’s likely that I’m already dead."

"If not dead, I’m probably in a situation similar to being dead."

"So, under these circumstances, I want to ask you for a favor."

Watching Zhao Xuan in the video, Chen Yan’s brows furrowed slightly.

Zhao Xuan continued, "I’d like to ask you to take care of Ying Ying for me."

"After all, if I’m dead, I must be in the most difficult of situations. I fear she won’t be able to take care of herself as a young girl."

"Among her friends, I think you’re the best, so I can only ask you."

Chen Yan let out a soft sigh.

Zhao Xuan paused before adding, "Of course. I’m not asking you to look after Ying Ying for nothing. I’ve left you some gifts."

Saying so, Zhao Xuan picked up a document and proceeded, "This is a successor training program that we’re carrying out in Qin Island’s capital circle. I’ve invested 1.5 billion in it as startup support for you and Ying Ying."

"You just need to find He Ruifeng, give your name, and you’ll be able to collect the startup funds and related resources from the foundation."

"Ying Ying’s temperament is surely not suited for entrepreneurship. So you have complete control over the money. All I ask is that you reserve some shares for Ying Ying so that she can spend the rest of her life without worries about food and clothing."

As he said this, Zhao Xuan’s tears flowed freely. He wiped his eyes and said, "I may really have made a mistake. But Ying Ying has always been on your side, from beginning to end."

"She’s an innocent and kind child, and I hope you, seeing that she’s always treated you as a friend and helped you, can also help her out."

"Thank you!"

After finishing his words, Zhao Xuan stood up and bowed deeply to Chen Yan.

After bowing, he added, "I’ve already prepared some videos and audio in advance. They should prevent Ying Ying from noticing anything after my death."

"Although I know keeping it hidden is pointless, I hope you will join me in keeping the secret."

"The later she knows, the better."

After saying that, Zhao Xuan returned to his seat and concluded, "Lastly, Chen Yan. I know you are a man of loyalty and commitment."

"Ying Ying is also a filial child."

"But... let’s handle the hatred towards my enemies ourselves. You two should not get involved, or seek revenge."

"My only hope is that Ying Ying and you can live peacefully and happily."

"Thanks again!"

The video abruptly ended there.

Staring at the now dark screen, Chen Yan massaged his temples. Although Zhao Xuan’s words were a bit disorganized, his genuine feelings were evident through this.

He truly considered Chen Yan his last hope, wishing he would take care of Zhao Ying.

What made him think Chen Yan could bear such responsibility?

And to leave them both 1.5 billion...

Wasn’t he afraid that Chen Yan might cynically take the money first and then abscond?

Chen Yan felt the weight on his shoulders had grown heavier...

He thought, Zhao Xuan trusted him so much, then he really should not disappoint that trust.

Chen Yan pondered for a moment.

It seemed, for now, he would need to spend more time with and take care of Zhao Ying.

Just as Chen Yan was thinking this, suddenly, his office door was knocked.

Hearing the knock, Chen Yan unplugged the USB, closed the laptop lid, and said toward the door, "Come in."

The office door opened, and Yu Qiao Qiao peeked her head in cutely.

With her wide eyes curiously looking at Chen Yan, she asked, "Chen Yan, are you busy?"

Upon seeing Boss Qiao Qiao, Chen Yan’s mood immediately lightened.

He couldn’t help but smile, "Not busy."

"Come in and have a chat," he said, motioning Yu Qiao Qiao to enter.