Chapter 482 - ASSISTANCE: PART X

Liu's Residence 

When General Liu and Liu Lingxin arrived home. The old man rushed inside as he announced the good news. 

"Boy, come on, tell us… What did you and the Young Princess talk about?" General Liu smiled from ear to ear, it was obvious how happy he was with what happened.

"Nothing, we talked about nothing except about her health and when she arrived." Liu Lingxin spoked honestly for he and Elizabeth didn't really talked about anything that personal. 

General Liu frowned annoyed that the boy was keeping secrets from him. He was the one who arranged everything, and was being treatened by the girl's grandfather yet the boy dares to hide secrets from him. "Come on, don't be such a…"

"Honey, enough. If Lingxin does not want to talk about it then, do not pressure him. What he talked with the Young Princess must be private and if they talked about her health which means as a doctor your grandson can't just reveal any information. Even if you are his grandfather."

The old man sat down grumpily whilst side glancing at his wife. He was so annoyed that he couldn't say anything to her. However, there was one thing he was still interested to know. 

"At least show us the portrait. It's the Young Princess work, surely you won't be greedy and share it with us at least." 

Liu Lingxin did not mind his grandfather's words and slowly removed the wrap as he revealed the artwork the Young Princess gave him. 

"Beautiful." 

"Lord, she is indeed as talented as they said."

"To think, she only took a day to do that." 

As he fully removed the cover, something dropped on the ground, which alarmed them all.

An envelope.

Why was there an envelope attached to the painting?

"Boy, tell us, what did you and the Young Princess talk about?" General Liu got up from his seat all excited as he saw the envelope on the floor. For it only means, it is not just an envelope, but a letter attached within. "Isn't that a letter? Surely, she wouldn't have sent you a letter and you both didn't talk about anything. Come on, tell us." 

Before anyone could pick up the letter, Liu Lingxin quickly picked it up in case any of them opened it. 

"Come on, tell us then, can you at least read the letter?" 

General Liu continued to insist on knowing the event that happened between the boy and the girl. However, Liu Lingxin was far from hearing what his grandfather was spouting when he picked up the letter, since he noticed something inside which made a small bump. 

"Everyone, excuse me." He said as he handed the painting to his mother and headed to his room. 

When he arrived in his room, he locked the door preventing anyone from bothering him and entering his room. He had this bother expression on his face as he realized something wasn't right. He went to his desk, sat down and contemplated first on what could be written on the letter. He may not know what was inside, but, by touching it, he could already tell what it is. 

The item inside was something he was very familiar with. However, he was not sure and was only assuming it was the same item. 

A few minutes passed by.

Liu Lingxin was still on the same spot whilst staring at the letter on his desk. From time to time, his parents and grandparents knocked on his door asking if everything was alright. However, the boy did not answer them and was only focused on thinking what to do. 

He took a deep breath, sighed and said; "Lizzy, I hope you're not in trouble." 

The man opened the letter, as he tipped out the item inside, his eyes closed in disappointment as he sighs heavily in despair. How he wished he was wrong, but it was too late. 

A white medicine capsule fell into his hand as he slowly looked away from it and wondered what it's for. He placed it down for a moment and pulled out the letter inside.

Dear Dr. Liu

If you're reading this letter, it means I am safe. If, by chance, you've opened this letter in front of everyone, then I am not safe. But, I know you'll be reading this letter on your own for you'll notice right away what's inside. Firstly, I want to apologize for everything I'm about to say and for what I've done. To be honest, I had no choice. It was either I find out the truth and end up with nothing, or ask for your help, but placing you at risk. The medicine right in front of you is something even I don't know what it's purpose is. Which is why, I hope you can find the answers for me. Dr. Liu, forgive me for placing your life at risk. I know you'll be wondering why I didn't just send it to the university or academy. You see, I don't trust any of my family. I fear, they all have something to do as to why I disappeared and why I've lost my memory. 

So, I hope, this won't affect our friendship. 

Also, you don't need to do it. But, I hope you'll keep it a secret. 

Your friend, Elizabeth Knightley. 

....

After reading the letter, Liu Lingxin stood away from his desk as he stood by his window and watched the dull night sky. He was in trouble and didn't know how to handle the situation. If he helps the girl, he'll be going against his grandfather's plans, at the same time, challenging the girl's family. Not only will he be putting himself in trouble, but also his entire family. 

Time passed by again and it felt like a day went by already. 

Liu Lingxin noticed the time on the wall and smiled. He went back to his desk and grabbed the letter and item. He went to grab his coat and keys, as he stepped out of his room and for once in his life did something so daring and bold by following the Young Princess request.

It was almost dawn when he left his some making the servants who just woken up to prepare shock when he passed by. They were all afraid at first for they thought he was a ghost since he came running out of the house in such haste. 

As he drove to his destination, he was unsure of what result he would find. He was worried that once he finds out the truth behind the medicine, the girl's manners towards her family might change. 

Meanwhile, Elizabeth woke up from having a strange dream. As she got out of her bed and checked her phone. She started scanning through all the messages she received. None of the messages interested her until she reached the most recent message. 

Liu Lingxin: [Don't worry, I'll help you find the truth.]

Elizabeth couldn't smile at all. She realized that her plan work and that Liu Lingxin was on his way working on finding out the purpose of the medicine. She knew the man was working on it, since if she was in his shoe, she would work on it right away. The sooner she worked on it, the sooner the truth will be revealed. 

It was still early in the morning, but Elizabeth was on her phone waiting for the other person in the end to pick up. 

"Ah… Lizzy, is something wrong?" Wang Ji who was still half asleep picked up the call. 

"Manager Wang, I was wondering. Is it still possible for me to make a comeback?" 

"WHAT?" Wang Ji who was asleep was soon awake when he clearly heard what the girl said. He calmed himself down as he realized he just shouted at the girl. He spoke so apologetic as he replied, "Lizzy, I'm sorry for shouting at you. I mean, are you sure about this? Does Lady Zhao know? Lizzy, this is…" 

"I'm not sure yet, but do you think President Chen will agree." 

"Ah." Wang Ji thought, he now realized what was happening. The girl needed a way to meet the man. This has nothing to do with her coming back to showbiz. As he finally realized the situation, he changed his way of speaking and answered, "Sure, I can arrange a meeting with President Chen. I'm not sure when, but, I'll inform him. Make sure to inform Lady Zhao as well in case she has better options for you."

"Ah, don't worry Manager Wang, I'll make sure to inform mother about this. Just keep me updated then." 

Elizabeth finally finished her first plan for the day, now, she'll just have to wait for everyone and process with her second plan. However, she needed someone to cooperate with her, but she doesn't know if she will. 

The sun was already up and Elizabeth was out on her way heading to the person room, who will be the key to her second plan. 

"Sis Yifie, good morning."

"Lizzy?"