Chapter 479 - ASSISTANCE: PART VII

General Liu returned to his home with a big smile on his face. All the servants, including his family were curious about what could have brought such joy to the old man. 

"Mother, did anything happen today?" 

"I'm not aware of anything at all." 

"My beautiful wife, ah, what a blessing you have to have birth me a son who has given me a handsome and talented grandson." General Liu greeted his wife and embraced her so satisfyingly which dumbfounded everyone to what could have caused such transformation. 

"Did something happen during your dinner?"

"Ha-ha, this old man has hit the jackpot I say. Oh, it will indeed be a jackpot if things work out well." ,

"Father, what could you mean?" His daughter-in-law asked.

"Ah, my beautiful daughter. It's thanks to you as well for bringing my good grandson so well. Look at what he has achieved."

"Old man, hash with all this praise. Tell us, what is going on?"

"Not a lot of people know about this so you all better be quiet. As you know, the Young Princess is back."

"She is?"

"Father, did you meet her by chance?"

"Honey, what are you talking about?"

General Liu smirk was all over the face. He was proud of himself for knowing such exclusive news. He was sure not even the president of the country knows about the girl's return.

Well, that's what he thinks anyways.

"Yes, she back but not her usual self..." He was pondering whether such delicate information should be shared. The girl was not sick or anything, she is just mentally not stable for now because of the trauma she experienced in the past. But still, the girl was still her old charming and kind self which was more important to him. He believes that within time her pain and worries will be headed and soon forgotten. "Let's just say, she is not currently feeling too well. Which leads us to the most important part."

As General Liu was about to tell them the good news. They all overheard the front door opening and the servant greeting the reason for all the old man's delight. They watched as the old man ran to the lobby and greeted his good grandson.

"Ah, my good grandson you're home. Would you like this old man to prepare something for you?"

Liu Lingxin was confused with his grandfather's change of attitude. Yes, he was gentle and kind, but never to this point that he would even prepare something for him as if he was a child again. "Father..." He turned to his father asking for assistance as to why the old man was acting strange.

"I-"

"Oh, old man, stop with all this nonsense. What is going on with you?" The old lady went over and grabbed her husband away from their grandchild as he pinches his ears annoyed by his actions.

"Ha-ha, why can't you all just let me enjoy this moment."

"Father, you were about to say something about the Young Princess?"

"Wait, Lizzy is back?" Liu Lingxin who was handing over his staff to the servant turned to face everyone's shock from what he just heard.

"Yes, my good grandson and what's even better about her return is I set you up on an examination date with her."

"Examination date?"

Everyone was confused as to what the old man meant. Was there such an event?

"You see, as I said earlier, she isn't well and needed to be examined. So I suggested to old man Zhao to have you examine her. As I mentioned to them all the things you've achieved and that you're quite qualified to examine her."

"Father, don't tell me."

"That's right, boy, why not take the opportunity to get to know her better. Both of you didn't have much time before, but this time you'll surely have some time with her."

"Wait, grandfather, I don't understand what you're saying."

"Silly boy, must I spell it out to you. Woo the Young Princess that's what I mean. No one knows that she has returned and this is your opportunity. Trust me, she is more beautiful than before and I know you too will surely get along."

They were all unsure whether they should be happy about such things, but to have the Young Princess as in-law would indeed be great. The girl is from a prestigious line of family and she is one of the most beautiful heiress there is.

"Grandfather, I don't think that's best." Liu Lingxin stated as he felt odd about the situation.

"Ayia, boy, don't be like that. Don't give us an ending answer when you haven't even met the girl. Just make sure your schedule in the afternoon is free. We'll both visit the Young Princess." General Liu stated as he was heading to the second floor, then turned back to them as he almost forgot to mention something important. "I almost forgot, if you notice some strange man following you don't be alarmed. That Lord Knightley's man kept a check on you since I allowed him to investigate our family. As you all know, the Young Princess disappeared and he does not trust anyone at all. So, know that nothing bad will happen and just cooperate and see to it that you don't do anything reckless."

They couldn't say a word and were all tongue tied. How could they argue with him when the person watching them was the father of the girl himself. He is too powerful for them to handle despite them living miles away from him. The fact, that old man Zhao is so dotting towards his son-in-law, that anyone who goes against him means challenging the old man's authority as well.

As the old man left, Liu Lingxin voiced his opinion towards his mother and father. "Father, I must disagree with this. I don't think it's appropriate to..."

But before he could explain himself, his father stops him, for he too thinks the opportunity is such a waste to just let it go. "Son, you don't have to go beyond examining the girl. Just go along with your grandfather since as a doctor it is our responsibility to help those who are in need. And, seeing your grandfather suggested you to examine the Young Princess, he must have thought it would help her with whatever illness she has now."

Liu Lingxin didn't say anything further and ended up greeting his parents and grandmother good night. He went to his room and was in deep thought about everything. He found it strange that she suddenly returned, and with an illness.

What illness could it be?

He recalled during the first time they were introduced that the girl handed her number to him. He grabs his phone and stares at it... There it was, the girl's number, but something was bothering him.

"Since grandfather mentioned that someone might check up on us since Lord Knightley is being overprotective. Does that mean the girl does not have her phone with her?" He pondered on the thought for a moment and contemplated whether he should message the girl or not.

In the end, he ended up messaging her, but since it was late, he didn't expect to receive a reply nor did he expect to get one in the first place since he already expected the girl must not have control of her phone.

Liu Lingxin was fresh from the shower and was getting ready for bed. As he was about to shut his eyes and relax, he noticed his phone's notification light blinking. He hastily grabbed it and as he saw what was on his screen. His eyes couldn't believe as he opened the message:

See you tomorrow, Dr. Liu.