HCB Chapter 136 The Cat Returns 20
Chapter 136 The Cat Returns 20
If Yi Zeyu doesn't change his foul mouth habit, and with Zhou Mengqi constantly stirring things up, Yi Changfan will probably always think that Yi Zeyu hates him.
Just like in the original novel, the relationship between Yi Changfan and Yi Zeyu has never been good.
However, when it comes to Zhou Mengqi, Shen Chumo is puzzled again. Yi Zeyu clearly doesn't like Zhou Mengqi, so why is he with her?
Could it be that he acted impulsively in his youth and deliberately associated with Zhou Mengqi to spite Yi Changfan? Or does Zhou Mengqi have something on him?
Shen Chumo sighed. Forget it, she decided not to think about it too much. Right now, Yi Changfan had already started to distance himself from Zhou Mengqi. Once he saw through Zhou Mengqi's true colors and broke off all ties with her, he should be able to get through this difficult situation.
However, Zhou Mengqi had been leaving early and returning late lately, and Shen Chumo didn't know what she was doing. She began to miss Tuanzi terribly.
Shen Chumo didn't expect that Zhou Mengqi would so quickly hand this opportunity to her.
As usual, Yi Changfan went to work, while Yi Zeyu also went to the company because of an important meeting. It was lunchtime, and most of the servants were taking a nap in their rooms.
Shen Chumo lay alone under the shade of a tree, lazily enjoying the breeze.
A gentle breeze rustled the leaves, as if playing a soft lullaby for Shen Chumo.
Sunlight filtered through the gaps in the leaves, creating patches of light that fell on Shen Chumo's furry body, as if draping it in a golden veil.
At this moment, Zhou Mengqi quietly approached Shen Chumo from behind. After looking around to make sure no one was there, she looked at Shen Chumo with malice in her eyes.
Shen Chumo, however, remained oblivious, lying there leisurely, enjoying the warmth of the sun.
Zhou Mengqi slowly approached Shen Chumo, her footsteps so light they were almost inaudible. Her hand slowly reached out towards Shen Chumo, like a venomous snake waiting for its chance to strike.
Just then, Shen Chumo seemed to hear a noise and suddenly pricked up her ears. Zhou Mengqi narrowed her eyes and pounced on her, covering Shen Chumo's mouth and neck with both hands.
Shen Chumo was startled and struggled to get up. She kicked Zhou Mengqi's arm with her limbs. Zhou Mengqi was in pain, but she still refused to let go. A ferocious look appeared on Zhou Mengqi's face. Ignoring the pain in her arm, she held Shen Chumo even tighter.
At this moment, Shen Chumo suddenly stopped moving and slowly closed his eyes, looking as if he had fainted. Zhou Mengqi then let go of his hand, looked at the scratches on his arm, and couldn't help but curse inwardly, "That little beast is indeed a little beast."
She kicked Shen Chumo a few times, a surge of pleasure rising within her. She sneered inwardly, "You've finally fallen into my hands."
A smug smile appeared on Zhou Mengqi's face. She felt that she had finally gotten her revenge. She stuffed Shen Chumo into her bag, wrapped herself up tightly, and quickly left the Yi family when no one was around.
She first went to a grassy area outside the Yi family villa area, pulled off the tracking device on Shen Chumo's neck and threw it on the ground, so that Yi Zeyu would mistakenly believe that Shen Chumo had run away on her own.
Then Zhou Mengqi led Shen Chumo a long way before they finally hailed a taxi, which stopped at a desolate riverside.
Zhou Mengqi got out of the car, her eyes revealing a hint of determination and ruthlessness. The river surface shimmered, but in Zhou Mengqi's eyes it seemed like a hideous scene.
She stood by the river, opened her bag, and pulled Shen Chumo out.
Shen Chumo kept her eyes tightly closed, her body limp as a cat.
Zhou Mengqi looked at Shen Chumo and said, "Don't blame me for being too heartless. Blame yourself for showing up at the Yi family in the first place." Then she forcefully threw Shen Chumo into the river.
Shen Chumo traced an arc in the air before plunging into the water with a splash.
Zhou Mengqi stood on the shore, watching Shen Chumo sink, a triumphant and gratifying smile on her face. She clapped her hands and turned to leave.
The river water was icy cold. As soon as Shen Chumo entered the water, she couldn't help but shiver and immediately opened her eyes.
Her limbs moved rapidly, swimming towards the shore like a nimble little fish.
Yes, she had been faking being unconscious.
Shen Chumo hadn't expected Zhou Mengqi to directly attack her. According to the original novel, Zhou Mengqi was described as an innocent, kind-hearted girl.
Although Zhou Mengqi differs from the original character, she still did not expect the other party to be so direct in their attack.
Perhaps Zhou Mengqi thought her actions were flawless, after all, she was just a cat, and even if she died, it would be difficult for anyone to notice.
Therefore, Shen Chumo decided to play dead to fulfill Zhou Mengqi's wish. In this way, she could also take this opportunity to let Yi Changfan see Zhou Mengqi's true colors.
Shen Chumo quickly swam to the other side of the river, shook off the water, and looked around. It was indeed deserted, with only a few scattered houses in the distance.
Zhou Mengqi really went to great lengths to achieve her goals.
With no other option, Shen Chumo had to leave first and then make further plans. She ran all the way, not knowing how long she had run, until it got dark, and finally found a village.
The houses here are dilapidated, and most of them are empty. The younger generation has moved to the city, and only some elderly people still live here.
Shen Chumo sniffed the air, then ran toward a house with lights on, completely unaware of the several tails following behind her.
As she approached the house, Shen Chumo slowed her pace and cautiously approached the warm door, which was ajar. A soft cough could be heard coming from inside.
Shen Chumo called out softly, her voice both cute and gentle.
Hearing the noise, the old man inside slowly got up and walked towards the door, leaning on his cane.
When she saw Shen Chumo standing at the door, wet and dirty, a look of pity appeared in her eyes.
"Poor little fellow," the old man said softly, slowly squatting down.
Shen Chumo nuzzled the old man's outstretched hand with her head, looking obedient and endearing.
The old man smiled, turned around and went back into the house to get a small bowl, filled it with some rice and fish soup, and placed it on the ground. "Eat up, little one."
Shen Chumo was starving and immediately lowered her head to eat.
At this moment, the cats inside the house smelled the aroma and ran out. When they saw Shen Chumo, their eyes widened in disbelief. Where did this beautiful cat come from?
They curiously surrounded Shen Chumo, sniffing her all over.
Shen Chumo knew that this was how cats greeted each other when they met a strange cat.
These cats belonged to an elderly person, and Shen Chumo still wagged her tail to show her friendliness.
A black and white tabby cat approached first. "Meow, beautiful cat, you're not from around here. Where did you come from?"
The cats in this village are all familiar with each other, and Shen Chumo could tell at a glance that they weren't from this village.
Shen Chumo replied, "It was thrown here by bad guys."
A large orange cat said, "What? A bad guy actually dared to throw you? That's too much! Are you hurt?" The orange cat's eyes were wide open, full of concern.