"Jiang Mobai! If you keep this up, mommy's going to get angry!"
Jiang Baobao's tone was stern, feeling the delicate little arm in her hand struggle a bit.
Yanbao's big eyes frantically looked around, desperately trying to free himself from her grasp.
He had finally sneaked out, and who knows, the bodyguard uncle might find him any minute!
Having no choice, Yanbao managed a forced smile and quickly explained, "Auntie, I'm not your child, you're mistaking me for someone else. Please let me go, thank you!"
If this auntie didn't let go of him, he would have to start screaming for help!
"Pfft—"
Jiang Baobao was instantly struck with laughter out of frustration and wordlessly unlocked her phone's photo gallery.
"Are you trying to infuriate mommy? Your mommy hasn't gone blind with age to the point of mistaking you!" she said, shoving the phone right in front of the little kid's face with an expression clearly saying, "See what you have to say now."
Yanbao stared at the phone at the many photos of a little face identical to his, his eyes widening in shock.
How did this auntie have his picture!
No, that's not right!
He would never wear such childish, suspender jeans!
And he had never seen the little girl in the photos before!
Jiang Baobao saw the little guy in front of her freeze on the spot, finally raised an eyebrow satisfied, and retracted her phone with a smile, saying gently, "If you behave and come with mommy now, she can promise not to be angry, but if you continue to make trouble, it's not certain anymore, you know!"
Yanbao didn't speak, his large eyes showing a calmness and composure uncommon for his age, as if he were pondering something.
Could it be... she really was his mommy?
The little guy looked up at Jiang Baobao in shock and confusion, staring intently to scrutinize her.
Daddy never allowed him to even mention the word "mommy," nor had he ever told him about having another brother or sister!
No, this wouldn't do!
He had to figure out what was going on!
...
As little Yanbao thought about it, he stopped struggling and obediently followed Jiang Baobao to the hotel.
All the way he nestled in Jiang Baobao's fragrant, soft embrace, finding it a novel experience.
So this was what mommy's scent was like, and what being held by mommy felt like...
Yanbao couldn't help feeling delighted, hugging her tighter, his mood inexplicably buoyant.
But before he could savor the moment, in the next second, he was abruptly plucked from her and placed onto the sofa in the hotel room.
Jiang Baobao looked down at the little guy from above, deliberately putting on a stern face.
"Jiang Mobai, mommy needs to have a serious talk with you!"
"Do you have any idea how dangerous it is to fly alone? No matter how smart you are, you're still just a little kid..."
She had been holding it in the whole way, but finally couldn't resist starting her lecture.
Yanbao looked somewhat distracted.
Jiang Mobai...
That must undoubtedly be the name of his brother or sister, but how would they usually talk with mommy?
He furrowed his little brow, afraid of accidentally giving himself away.
After hesitating for two seconds, he tentatively tried to confess and apologize, "Mommy, I'm sorry..."
Jiang Baobao resumed her lengthy speech, "Mommy knows you didn't want to leave her, but..."
She stopped midway, her disbelief evident.
Had she heard wrong?
She was all prepared for a battle of wits, and now the little devil Jiang Mobai was apologizing on his own?
"Baby, are you alright?" Jiang Baobao carefully examined Yanbao for a long while, and still concerned, she laid her hand on his forehead.
Was the child scared from flying alone?
He had been unusually quiet since earlier and exceptionally well-behaved!
Yanbao was somewhat speechless, but he dared not say too much. He simply answered, "Mommy, I'm fine!"
Hearing this, Jiang Baobao stared at him for a long time and could only helplessly sigh. Not willing to scold him any further, she sat down and took the little guy into her arms.
"Alright, as long as you're okay. You can't do this again, understand? Mommy will tell you in advance before going on a business trip from now on. I absolutely won't leave suddenly again. Shall we pinky promise?"
As she spoke, she hooked Yanbao's little finger, smiling with a face full of adoration.
"Mm-hmm!"
Yanbao's eyes brightened, and he quickly nodded, solemnly hooked his own little finger, and made a promise with Jiang Baobao.
However, he felt a strange sensation in his heart. Mommy really was so gentle!
Even though they had just met... he really liked Mommy a lot!
...
Elsewhere, in the airport.
Beijue's atmosphere was oppressively heavy, and his gaze was so cold it could almost pierce through someone.
"What do you mean by... can't—find—him?"
His last few words were nearly ground out from between his teeth, causing several bodyguards to shiver uncontrollably.
One of them braced himself and hastily explained, "President Li, the young master said he wanted to go to the restroom, and then... he just disappeared..."
After finishing, the air around them suddenly became even heavier.
The men immediately bowed their heads, not daring to speak any further.
Just then, a man in a suit came running from a distance.
"President Li, the surveillance footage has been reviewed! The young master was taken away by a woman who is staying at a nearby hotel. The front desk said that the two of them have been in the room without leaving, and the police have also been notified. They are currently deploying their forces!"
Upon hearing this, Beijue snorted coldly, his eyes instantly flaring with ferocity.
How dare someone lay a hand on his son?
That woman must have a death wish!
...
Inside the hotel.
Jiang Baobao was intently picking out clothes for her darling on her phone.
"Sweetie, which one do you like? How about this little bear jacket?"
She was clueless as to why the little guy had arrived without any luggage. Unable to leave herself, she decided to temporarily order a couple of items to be delivered.
Yanbao stared at her phone, a hint of resistance in his eyes.
These clothes were way too childish, weren't they?
But... Mommy had picked them out...
Yanbao couldn't bear to refuse. After struggling for a moment, he slowly raised his small hand, planning to randomly point to one.
Just then—
"Knock, knock, knock!"
The door to the room was suddenly knocked on.
Jiang Baobao rose with some confusion, placing the little one on the sofa.
"Mommy will check it out, wait a moment, okay?"
She went to the door and casually asked, "Who is it?"
"Good afternoon, your lunch that you ordered just now," a gentle female voice answered from outside.
"Oh, okay," Jiang Baobao nodded in realization, just as she was about to undo the latch, the next second...
The door was suddenly kicked open from the outside!
Her hands were instantly twisted behind her back!
"Hiss—"
Jiang Baobao drew in a sharp breath of pain, looking at the uniformed people outside, her mind somewhat muddled...
What was happening?