Alice turned her head and saw David and the others about to make a move. She quickly called out, "David, wait!"
David and his men, though finding their boss's command strange, stopped their actions as ordered.
Hearing Alice's command to halt, Shi Xinxin opened her eyes in confusion. She didn't know what was happening, but it seemed her life was temporarily safe.
Liu Jia, who had been watching Shi Xinxin about to die and was looking forward to never seeing that annoying person again, felt a surge of displeasure when the action was suddenly stopped.
Alice had walked a bit further away when she was on the phone, so they hadn't heard what she said or who had called.
Seeing that David and the others had stopped, Alice didn't approach them. Instead, she beckoned them over, whispering something to them.
Liu Jia found it strange that David and the others kept glancing towards them but didn't think much of it.
"Let the girl go first," Alice said. Then she added, "Wait, call Aaron over first. I need to ask him something."
Aaron arrived, asking confusedly, "Boss, what's up?" Alice replied, "Aaron, is the girl you tied up named Shi Xinxin?"
"Yes! Boss, you didn't know?" Aaron asked in surprise.
Alice gave him a look and said, "David, let Shi Xinxin go. Tie up the one next to her."
David and his men looked at Shi Xinxin on the ground, then at Liu Jia, and then back at Alice, asking in confusion, "Boss, what's going on?"
"Don't ask so many questions, hurry up!" Alice lightly hit David on the head.
David rubbed his head and walked over with the others.
Shi Xinxin, believing she was about to die, closed her eyes in fear. Suddenly, she felt her hands and feet loosen, and when she opened her eyes, she found the ropes binding her had been untied.
Liu Jia, seeing their actions, was about to protest when David covered her mouth and the others used the same ropes to tie her up.
Shi Xinxin watched the scene reverse itself, stunned.
Alice then walked over and smiled slightly at her, saying, "Miss Shi Xinxin?" Alice finally understood why Shi Xinxin had looked familiar. She was the young woman who had filmed with Yue Ran recently and had rumors of a scandal with him.
Hearing Alice's question, Shi Xinxin, though bewildered by the turn of events, felt she was out of danger. She nodded and replied, "Yes, I am Shi Xinxin!"
After confirming her identity, Alice turned and delivered a firm kick to Aaron. Aaron looked at her, bewildered and pitiful, not understanding what he had done wrong.
Alice was disgusted by his gaze and shivered, saying, "Stop pretending. Go get Miss Shi some clothes, and let her use the bathroom to freshen up."
Aaron was confused. What was his boss thinking? He understood each word individually, but the combination made no sense.
Seeing him stand there like a stunned goose, Alice kicked him again. "What are you spacing out for? Oh, and have Emily tend to her wounds."
Liu Jia was still in a daze, not understanding how she had suddenly been tied up.
Liu Jia lay on the ground, babbling incoherently, seemingly asking what was happening, but no one paid her any mind.
Aaron rubbed his nose. Fine, he'd just do as his boss said. His boss was always right.
Aaron looked at Shi Xinxin, then at the bound Liu Jia, shaking his head. "From fish on a cutting board to the knife in an instant. Tsk, tsk, so many strange things happen every year, but this year is especially full of them."
Shi Xinxin, seeing their peculiar behavior, didn't know what to do.
Aaron bowed politely. "Miss Shi Xinxin, I apologize for frightening you. Please, follow me." He gestured for her to proceed.
Shi Xinxin's mind was filled with questions, but she dared not ask, as these people clearly didn't value human life.
Shi Xinxin glanced at Liu Jia on the ground and followed Aaron.
Liu Jia watched Shi Xinxin leave, struggling on the ground and continuing to babble. David glanced at her and then looked away.
Liu Jia remained utterly confused.
Aaron led Shi Xinxin to a guest room and said, "Miss Shi, you can bathe first. I'll have clothes prepared for you." He then left, leaving Shi Xinxin alone.
Shi Xinxin pondered for a long time but couldn't figure out what was happening. She decided to stop thinking about it and take things one step at a time.
Shi Xinxin walked into the bathroom. She hadn't intended to shower, but seeing her disheveled reflection, she sighed and decided to do so.
After arranging Shi Xinxin's affairs, Alice called Yue Ran back.
Yue Ran had been restless since Alice had hung up earlier, wanting to call her again to inquire about the situation.
Just as Yue Ran was about to press the dial button, Alice called.
Yue Ran quickly answered, "Hello, Alice, how is it?"
Hearing his urgency, Alice chuckled, "Buddy, don't rush, don't rush. Your little beauty is fine."
Hearing Alice's assurance, the stone in Yue Ran's heart finally settled. He asked Alice, "Thanks, Alice. Where are you? I'll be right there."
Alice gave him an address. Yue Ran replied, "Okay, I got it. I'll be there soon. Take care of her for me."
Alice burst into laughter. "Alright, alright, buddy, take your time. I'll take care of her." Her tone was filled with amusement.
Yue Ran rolled his eyes, not caring if Alice could see. He said resignedly, "Okay, Alice, stop messing around. I'm on my way. I'll talk to you later. Bye!" He hung up and rushed towards the address Alice had given him.
Shi Xinxin was showering and hadn't realized how many injuries she had until now. As she washed, she saw bruises everywhere. She touched one and gasped in pain. Looking at the raw skin on her hands from the ropes, she felt a sting and silently lamented.
"Knock, knock, knock," someone knocked on the door. Shi Xinxin jumped in surprise. "Miss Shi, I've left the clothes on the bed. Remember to change. I'm leaving now." Hearing Aaron's voice, Shi Xinxin acknowledged him.
After finishing her shower, Shi Xinxin came out wrapped in a towel, startled to see someone in the room and let out a scream.
"I'm so sorry, Miss Shi," said the blonde beauty. "Hello, Miss Shi. I'm Emily. Aaron asked me to check on your injuries and apply some medicine."
Shi Xinxin blushed, thinking about her injuries, and stammered, "Um... Em... Emily, it's not necessary. I can do it myself."