Chapter 56 – Attacked

“Hahahahahaha!” Xiao Fang clutched his stomach, laughing uncontrollably. If it weren’t for the baby in his belly, he would be laughing even more wildly.

“He… he really called the police?” Xiao Fang wiped the tears from the corners of his eyes. That Director Wang was too hilarious.

Xiao Ma took a bite of a chicken wing, looking ready to talk for three days and three nights. “Brother Xiao, let me tell you, I was really scared just now. This guy actually put chicken wings in his pocket, three packs of them. At a glance, it really looked like the real deal.”

“Yes, yes, I never thought getting that contract would be so funny. That Director Wang has such a great sense of humor. I wonder how he’s enjoying his tea at the police station.”

“I don’t know how he’s doing at the station, but he’s definitely lost all face at the company,” Xiao Ma said, rubbing his hands together in excitement. He couldn’t wait to see what happened next.

“Young Master Xiao, Ma Rui, it’s time to eat.” Que Jiang, who had been busy in the kitchen for a while, took off his apron and called out to them.

Xiao Fang hadn’t eaten Que Jiang’s cooking in a long time and had been craving it badly. He immediately went over. Seeing the dishes, he raised an eyebrow. There were eight dishes, half of which were his favorites, and the other half were Xiao Ma’s.

He gave Xiao Ma a teasing smile, which Que Jiang calmly accepted, handing them both chopsticks.

Xiao Ma was simple-minded and felt that the food was about the same as usual. He picked up his chopsticks and started eating.

“You know, back then, I really thought you might have a gun. Your demeanor was a bit scary,” Xiao Ma said, expressing some lingering fear. Thank goodness it was chicken wings. Long live salted chicken wings!

Que Jiang, chewing on a piece of meat, said, “Who said I didn’t bring one?”

That one sentence completely ruined Xiao Ma’s appetite. His gaze swept towards Que Jiang’s pocket, and just as his look was about to turn lecherous, Xiao Fang pulled him back.

“Are you stupid? In this day and age, what idiot stuffs a gun in their pocket?” Xiao Fang knew perfectly well.

As a law-abiding citizen, how could Xiao Ma think about such things? “But in the TV shows…”

“TV shows are all fake, don’t believe them too much.” Que Jiang rolled up his sleeve, revealing a silver watch. “A micro pistol. It can also be loaded with live ammunition.”

Xiao Ma’s mouth could have fit an egg. “You wear this every day? Aren’t you afraid it’ll go off by accident?”

Que Jiang didn’t want to explain these things to Xiao Ma. Knowing too much wasn’t good for him. He replied with a resentment-inducing sentence to shut him up, “It’s expensive. It won’t go off by accident.” A look from a rich man.

As expected, Xiao Ma didn’t ask any more questions and angrily buried his head in his rice.

Xiao Fang chuckled. With such a muddle-headed personality, what did Que Jiang see in him? But it was indeed good to say less. The less you know, the more at ease you live.

“Young Master Xiao, a reminder: when President Fei returns, this matter will definitely be exposed. According to his temper, he will be very angry. You should be prepared.” This was the most loyal advice from a subordinate of over a decade.

By this time, Xiao Ma’s anger had mostly subsided. He also said, “That’s right, Brother Xiao. Although you handled this matter beautifully, you could have relied on President Fei’s abilities to solve it. I think you are a legally married couple now, and you should go through everything together. You’re six months pregnant, and I don’t think he’ll feel very good about you solving this behind his back.” Xiao Ma analyzed from a neutral netizen’s perspective. It was a husband’s instinct to protect his wife. For Brother Xiao to carry this burden alone would make anyone feel bad.

Xiao Fang’s eyes darkened. Of course, he knew the ins and outs of it, but he had his reasons for doing what he had to do. “If I were just marrying Fei Xiangnan the person, I would rely on him without any worries.”

Hearing this, Que Jiang immediately understood why and nodded, not asking any more questions.

But Xiao Ma didn’t understand. “Then what are you worried about, Brother Xiao?” he asked directly, without beating around the bush. Xiao Fang was genuinely good to Xiao Ma, so he didn’t find it annoying.

He explained, “The Fei family is more than just Fei Xiangnan. Many people are watching to see if I, Xiao Fang, have the ability to stand on my own two feet, rather than just relying on Fei Xiangnan. If I’m weak and fragile, I’ll only become a burden to him. I’m not a girl who needs protection; I can’t rely on others all the time.”

But you’re an even rarer third gender. What family wouldn’t treasure you?

Xiao Ma didn’t say any more. From the bottom of his heart, he admired Xiao Fang more and more. He had his own ideas and thoughts, and he wasn’t a vase that would forever rely on others.

Before leaving, Xiao Ma glanced into Nuomici’s room. “Why haven’t I seen Nuomici making a fuss outside today?”

“He probably went to bed late last night. He only ate one meal and is still sleeping now.” Xiao Fang had been busy looking for a company all day and hadn’t paid much attention. Cats were naturally sleepy animals.

Xiao Ma looked over with some concern. “Then you should observe him more for a few days, Brother Xiao. If he’s always so lethargic and has no appetite, you should take him to the vet.”

Xiao Fang nodded, a worry creeping into his heart.

The next morning, Xiao Fang had to admit that Xiao Ma’s words were too prophetic.

Nuomici hadn’t woken up by nine o’clock. When Xiao Fang held the little cat in his arms, he knew something was seriously wrong. The word “hot” was an understatement. Xiao Fang felt he hadn’t been this panicked even when the big incident happened the day before. He grabbed the cat carrier and his phone and rushed to the community pet hospital.

“Doc-doctor!” Xiao Fang ran over with the cat carrier, the anxiety on his face palpable.

Everyone at the hospital recognized Xiao Fang now. It wasn’t a weekend, so there was no one else at this hour. All the available vets at the pet hospital came over. They took Nuomici out and started taking his temperature.

“He has a high fever,” the vet holding the thermometer said, looking at the reading.

“Let’s give him a fever-reducing shot first and then prescribe some medicine. I’ll take him for the shot now. I’ll have a nurse show you how to give the kitten medicine at home.”

Xiao Fang nodded. He was a complete blank in this area. He sat down on a chair and finally caught his breath.

“Don’t worry, it’s very normal for kittens to get a fever. He might have caught a cold somewhere. Just be careful in the future.” Considering Xiao Fang’s pregnancy, a nurse brought him a glass of warm water. Xiao Fang recognized her as one of the vets who had asked for his autograph last time.

“Thank you,” Xiao Fang said politely, taking the glass.

The nurse’s eyes flashed with all sorts of gossip, but her professionalism made her focus on her work first. She explained in detail how to give the kitten medicine. When Xiao Fang didn’t understand, she even brought out a model to demonstrate. As expected of a pet hospital with a good reputation in the community, their service attitude was top-notch.

After Xiao Fang roughly understood, the nurse went to get the medicine for him. The whole process didn’t make Xiao Fang feel any discomfort.

Xiao Fang saw the light that occasionally flashed in the nurse’s eyes and didn’t want to disappoint her. He asked very naturally and sincerely, “What do you think of the drama Dynasty?”

“It’s especially good!” The nurse couldn’t hold back and blurted it out, completely forgetting her composure. “The prince you played was really good, and the emotions were so genuine! I really, really liked it! I haven’t seen an actor act so attentively in a long time. The details were also handled very well. In short, it was really great!”

Hearing the heartfelt praise from a viewer, Xiao Fang’s heart felt as if it had been filled with honey. He said “thank you” three times in a row.

“What will happen after the prince and the crown prince have a falling out? I really want to know. The drama only updates on Thursdays, I’m so anxious!” The nurse’s eyes were shining as she looked at him.

“To know what happens next, you’ll have to wait for the next episode,” Xiao Fang said, infuriatingly keeping her in suspense, a sly glint in his eyes.

Looking at such a clean and pure young man, the nurse felt that the rumors from the day before were complete nonsense. Fortunately, she had chosen to believe in him all along, otherwise she wouldn’t know how to face him now.

“So, does your partner get jealous because of your on-screen ship?” the nurse asked, her voice full of gossip.

Xiao Fang smiled helplessly. “Often. The house is always filled with a sour smell.”

Ahhhhhh! The little person in the nurse’s heart was screaming. Her brain was rapidly picturing the scene.

After giving Nuomici the fever-reducing shot and various check-ups, it was almost eleven o’clock. Looking at the listless Nuomici sleeping in the cat carrier, Xiao Fang said “I’m sorry” full of guilt. This time, he had been derelict in his duty as a father.

Carrying the medicine in one hand and the cat carrier in the other, Xiao Fang quickened his pace home. Nuomici needed to rest more now to get better quickly.

As he was about to reach his building, Xiao Fang heard the sound of hurried footsteps.

“Xiao Fang, I want your life!” A familiar voice, filled with murderous intent, reached him. Xiao Fang turned his head and saw Wu Quanwu charging at him with a kitchen knife, looking like he was ready to die with him.

Xiao Fang’s pupils shrank abruptly. He dodged the first strike by turning sideways, but his unstable footing made him stumble. Wu Quanwu’s first attack failed, and he swung again. The cold glint of the blade made Xiao Fang’s mind go almost blank. He quickly ducked, dodging another strike, but this time he completely lost his balance and fell to the ground, the cat carrier rolling over.

Nuomici, who had just fallen asleep, was suddenly startled awake and let out a timid cry.

This immediately shifted Wu Quanwu’s explosive anger.

“You bitch, you still have a cat? You ruined my life, and you still have the leisure to keep a cat?” Wu Quanwu’s red eyes swept over Xiao Fang’s obviously pregnant belly.

“And you’re pregnant? You’re a third gender? Really, everything goes your way, while I’m destined to live in the gutter. I’m going to kill your cat first, then dig out your child, and tell them how unlucky it is to have you as a parent. It’s all your fault, your fault! Your fault!” Wu Quanwu shouted madly, then walked towards the cat carrier.

“Fuck you!!!” Xiao Fang, who was on the ground, suddenly erupted with strength. He quickly scrambled up from the ground, grabbed the medicine bag beside him, and threw it hard. Wu Quanwu wildly swatted away the medicine boxes that hit him and pointed the knife at Xiao Fang.

“You dare to hit me? Then I’ll chop you first!” Wu Quanwu swung the knife.

Suddenly, the sound of screeching brakes was heard from behind. A tall, slender figure rushed in front of Xiao Fang and sent a vicious kick, sending the kitchen knife flying far away.

“Get him in the car.” Fei Xiangnan’s voice was colder than ever before. Seeing Fei Xiangnan, Xiao Fang felt no joy, only the subconscious feeling that he was done for.

A bodyguard in a black suit easily lifted him up.

“What are you doing? This is kidnapping! Kidnapping!” Wu Quanwu craned his neck and shouted.

Fei Xiangnan walked over and, without a word of warning, punched him. The burly man passed out instantly, a testament to the force of the blow.

“Drag him away. I’ll deal with him later!” Fei Xiangnan commanded. The bodyguards immediately dragged Wu Quanwu into the car.

Xiao Fang felt he should say something, but seeing Fei Xiangnan’s expression, he couldn’t utter a single word. He should have been crying pitifully in Fei Xiangnan’s arms, but now he didn’t even dare to make a sound.

Fei Xiangnan didn’t even glance at Xiao Fang. He picked up the cat carrier from the ground, then picked up the medicine boxes one by one and put them into the bag. Without paying any attention to Xiao Fang, he walked towards home. Xiao Fang’s heart suddenly felt extremely aggrieved. He followed behind without saying a word.

Once home, Fei Xiangnan placed Nuomici on the table and went into the study alone, locking the door behind him. This left Xiao Fang no chance to explain himself.

Xiao Fang took Nuomici out of the cat carrier. Nuomici’s fur was slightly raised, probably from the shock just now. He stroked his head sympathetically. After a while, Nuomici finally calmed down and fell asleep in Xiao Fang’s arms, his purring a little louder than before. Thinking about his own negligence and the shock of the day, Xiao Fang felt as if a thorn had been stabbed into his heart, making it hard to breathe.