Chapter 339: Chapter 339: A Change of Plans!

"Lou Xiaodong, his heart is despicable!"

When Chen Xiao heard Guo Zhengchang say this, he couldn’t help but squint his eyes.

If Lou Xiaodong knew the origins of "Ten Demon Sons" and still wanted to give it to Chen Xiao.

Then undoubtedly, Lou Xiaodong’s intentions towards Chen Xiao are clearly sinister.

But if Lou Xiaodong didn’t know the origin of the artifact, and thought the wooden sculpture was extraordinary, perhaps even linked to a murder case, then passing it to Chen Xiao was understandable.

Chen Xiao didn’t bother with what Lou Xiaodong’s intentions were.

After all, he’s already dead, and it’s hard to pursue any blame.

Thinking for a moment, Chen Xiao asked Guo Zhengchang, "Did Elder Guo inquire about the previous owner of the wooden sculpture?"

"I asked, and it’s said that more than ten years ago, someone was selling it in Xiuzhou City, and there hasn’t been much news about it since."

Guo Zhengchang’s response was vague.

Can’t blame him, probably the people Guo Zhengchang asked couldn’t understand the situation back then either.

However, Xiuzhou is quite close to Hai City, if you drive on the highway between the two places, it’s just a hundred or so kilometers.

"Hmm, if there’s any new information, I hope Elder Guo can inform me."

"Don’t worry, as soon as I heard the thing had a cursed legend, I contacted you immediately. But Chen Xiao, considering your nature, you wouldn’t have dealt with it so quickly, right?"

Guo Zhengchang knew him well.

Chen Xiao smiled and said, "I have a brother who’s skilled at divination. This morning, he predicted that I am plagued by evil spirits. If not dealt with in time, they might even affect future generations. Thinking it over, it’s probably related to the ’Ten Demon Sons’ that Lou Xiaodong gave me."

"Wow... you have such a master around you! When can you bring him over to meet me? I would love to have him do a divination for me to see how many more years of meals I have left!"

Guo Zhengchang was intrigued.

Chen Xiao agreed, and Guo Zhengchang didn’t talk much further.

After hanging up the phone, Lin Xi walked over.

She had been listening to Chen Xiao and Guo Zhengchang’s conversation from the side, with a worried expression she said:

"Is that wooden sculpture really so eerie?"

Chen Xiao shrugged: "Encountering strange things isn’t new to me, most get resolved when they come to me."

Listening to his words, Lin Xi seemed to feel better, and sat directly on Chen Xiao’s lap, holding his neck and said:

"Yes, my husband is the one who deals with these demons and spirits!"

Saying this, Lin Xi adjusted her posture to face Chen Xiao.

Seeing Lin Xi had changed into a nightgown, Chen Xiao finally noticed: "When did you change?"

"After washing, I changed. Does it look good? It’s new."

"Let me check the fabric; intimate apparel shouldn’t be bought cheaply." Chen Xiao examined it and finally acknowledged: "Nice, it’s genuine!"

Lin Xi slapped Chen Xiao’s shoulder, but it seemed like she used all her strength.

Chen Xiao threw his phone onto the coffee table, turned off the living room lights and the TV.

He needed to perform a ritual for the recent evil spirits clinging to him.

The ritual required solemnity, full concentration, and no distractions!

He couldn’t remember how long the ritual lasted.

He only knew that by the end, Lin Xi didn’t want to move a finger, and he had to carry her back to bed.

After one night passed.

Chen Xiao naturally woke up, otherwise Lin Xi would definitely be late.

Watching her hurriedly change clothes and rush out, Chen Xiao also got up.

After cleaning up, unexpectedly Xie Wendong called him first.

"Hey, Brother Wensheng, are you being discharged?"

Ever since the last call ended, Chen Xiao stopped calling Xie Wensheng Captain Xie.

The latter chuckled and said, "Yes, the hospital will conduct another examination today, if there’s no surprise, I can be discharged in the afternoon."

"Great, have you decided when to come to Dongzhou?"

"The day after tomorrow, tomorrow I’ll pack up, and the day after tomorrow I’ll head out."

"Okay, once you’re here, we can start!"

Xie Wensheng’s call was quick, and it ended quickly.

After finishing the call, Chen Xiao opened the drawer and took out paper and a pen.

This time, he wasn’t painting, but writing down plans for after Xie Wensheng arrives.

The plan must be detailed.

And detailed to the point where many aspects need to be considered.

Whether it’s relations with officials or with the streets, Chen Xiao has to start from a pilot point like the electronics to countryside initiative.

Only when the pilot shows results can Chen Xiao have the confidence to expand his plans further.

This plan must be flawless.

So, he spent an entire day in the room, not stopping until evening arrived, when he cooked dinner for Lin Xi.

Another day passed.

The next evening, Chen Xiao went to the airport to pick up Xie Wensheng, Ye Suzhi, and Xie’s two children.

Seeing Xie Wensheng, Chen Xiao couldn’t help but recall Cao Chan.

But fortunately, Cao Chan’s crime in the Yang Lake Phantom Case wasn’t too severe, so though she had to serve time, it wouldn’t be long.

So, when Xie Wensheng and Ye Suzhi met Chen Xiao, there was more happiness in their eyes than other emotions. 𝚏𝕣𝕖𝚎𝚠𝚎𝚋𝚗𝐨𝐯𝕖𝕝.𝕔𝐨𝕞

After shaking hands with Ye Suzhi, Chen Xiao laughed, "Madam, welcome to Dongzhou!"

Ye Suzhi laughed and nodded, "Thanks for the trouble."

"Oh, Brother Wensheng and I are close friends, there’s no trouble between close friends. Also, no need to worry too much, I’ve already arranged a school for the children, Dongzhou Second Middle School, the best in Dongzhou!"

Hearing this, Xie Wensheng gratefully said, "You’re truly thoughtful!"

"Don’t mention it, I’ve also rented a house for you, the size and layout are similar to your previous home. But, you’ll have to cover the rent yourself."

Xie Wensheng nodded heavily: "By doing this, I feel your respect for me, not sympathy and pity."

"Let’s not say more, let’s get in the car and go to the house to drop off your luggage, Xiaoxi is already waiting at the restaurant for us."

Xie Wensheng and his family didn’t say much, silently nodding before following Chen Xiao to the house to drop off their luggage, and then to the restaurant.

Upon meeting Lin Xi, there was the inevitable exchange of pleasantries.

Once the waiter served the dishes, Chen Xiao took out his planning notebook:

"I shouldn’t take this out during dinner, but I might have to travel out tomorrow, so let’s quickly arrange the upcoming matters."

Serious, Xie Wensheng took the notebook Chen Xiao handed over.

After flipping through a few pages, Xie Wensheng’s gaze landed on Lin Xi.

A few seconds later, Xie Wensheng looked away.

He already understood that Chen Xiao’s plan was tailored specifically for Lin Xi.

After reading the plan, Xie Wensheng smiled, "It seems Xiaoxi has gotten a promotion, congratulations!"

Lin Xi modestly smiled and was about to speak when Chen Xiao’s phone rang.

Chen Xiao glanced at the caller ID and frowned: "Director Zhang is calling."

Saying this, Chen Xiao answered the call and heard Zhang Xian’s anxious voice:

"Chen Xiao, can I request, based on our personal connection, whether you could find some time to head to Hai City tonight?!"