Chapter 465

Three weeks later . . .

“I miss you,” Lexi said . “Two more days felt like forever . ” Indistinct noises came from the other end of the line . She wasn’t able to analyze them as Ethan Lu’s reception wasn’t particularly good at the moment .

It’s been almost a week since Ethan Lu went on a business trip for seven days . It was his fifth day today that he wasn’t around . Hence, Lexi missed him more than she could say it . However, since she also needed to manage Beauty DR, especially now that she was taking part in formulating cosmetic samples, she couldn’t fly to country M .

“Love, you don’t know how I missed you too . Also, the twins — aya! I don’t think I can stay here for another day . ” Dejected, Ethan Lu frowned as he truly yearned to hug Lexi and his children .

He went to Lu Corporation’s branch in Country M for a specific reason . Although he wanted to go home, he needed to settle the problem that occurred in this branch of their company . Also, to broaden his connections in this country .

Country M, a well-known country to be one of the most dangerous countries . Not just that, it was said that other mob bosses live around the country . Despite that, this branch was one of the strongest pillars of Lu Corporation as they monopolized this particular country .

Therefore, now that Ethan Lu had become the new head, he wanted to personally firm his ties with government officials and some powerful individuals . After all, although they respected Edward Lu, Ethan Lu must also gain their trust . It just so happened that a problem occurred in the said branch that he had to settle and investigate the matter along with his other motives .

Nevertheless, it would save him the trouble since he would hit two birds with one stone . Hence, the duration of his visit .

“Haha,” Lexi chuckled, “then come home . You know, Lara had been looking for you . ” She teased . Well, it was true though . Lara had been a little grumpy when her father left for business purposes .

Although the twins were seven months old, Lexi’s heart magically understood them . Perhaps, it was because of maternal instinct . Hence, whenever Lady Lara Lu cried, she would let her hold on her father’s photo or video call him if he was available .

On the other hand, Evan Lu would also occasionally throw a tantrum . However, he was always like that . He would only stop when his sister would stop crying or when he was held by his grandparents or his mother .

What a sweet, clingy child .

“Ahh… my daddy’s girl~” More frustrated by Lexi’s teasing, Ethan Lu frowned even more . How could he not go home if his little angel was looking for him? How hard it was to earn money .

“Also, Evan… I guess . ” Lexi added with a chuckle . She heard a deep sigh coming from Ethan Lu’s end and she could imagine the face he was making right now . “I’m just teasing you . Two more days will pass in a blink of an eye . I will fetch you at the airport then?” Leaning her back against her office chair, Lexi subtly smiled .

Well, even she wasn’t convinced of her remarks . However, what could she do? Ethan Lu was there for business purposes and not for a vacation . Thus, she fully understood the reason for his occupied time . At the very least, he would update her from time to time and make time for her .

“Mhmm,” Humming a tune, Ethan Lu responded . “I love you . I’ll see you in two days . ”

“I heart you too . Alright, you might miss your meeting . Bye~” Reluctant to end the line, Lexi waited for his reply, which she answered with a “take care” before the line was sadly cut short .

“Well,” After some time, Lexi exhaled heavily before forcing a smile on her face . “Two days will pass, in a blink of an eye . ” She repeated her words earlier just to motivate and convince herself . With that said note, Lexi stood from her seat and then headed out of her office .

She went straight to the laboratory of Beauty DR where the magic of the best product happened . Little did she know, later that night, she would receive the most shocking news she would ever hear in her life; it would turn her life around and drag her to the deepest part of the darkness .

****

“Master,”

“Ah, yes . I heard . ” Looking up at Lyrick Jiang who approached him, Ethan Lu briefly raised his brows up . “Have you told Red to fetch me?” He asked as he pulled up the handle of his luggage .

“Yes . ” Nodding his head, Lyrick Jiang was extra solemn by the sound of his voice .

“Alright . ” Stretching his lips to a smile, Ethan Lu began taking strides to the departure area of Country M’s airport . However, he stopped when he heard Lyrick Jiang call him out .

“Master!” Lyrick Jiang saw him turn his head around, bearing an inquiring front . “Nothing . Safe flight . ” He wanted to stop his master from leaving the country without him . But, who could stop a father and a husband from surprising his family with his early return?

Maybe he was just used being on his master’s side all the time that he was nervous . Since this plan was unprecedented, the earliest flight back to their home country was fully booked . Meanwhile, the Lu’s private choppers were under maintenance and Edward Lu used the other one that supposed to fetch Ethan Lu in two days .

Hence, Lyrick Jiang would have to take the next flight as his master couldn’t wait to see his children and lovely wife .

“Haha . I somehow think I have a mistress because of you . See you later . ” Ethan Lu chuckled as Lyrick Jiang’s thoughts were plastered across his whole face . Shaking his head, he resumed on his tracks before he waved his hand on the side as he bid his farewell .

***

Later that night…

“Breaking news: A plane crash in the border of Country M…” On her way home, Lexi was listening to the radio and suddenly a newsflash about a plane crash interrupted the station .

Upon hearing that it was near where her husband was staying right now, Lexi’s interest was piqued . The more she listened to it about the sharp jump of deaths, Lexi heaved a sigh of relief . Fortunately, Ethan Lu scheduled flight was after two days .

Just as Lexi sighed in relief, the next words the report stated made her entire world stopped .

“In the flight BN XXX, it was confirmed that the CEO of the Lu Corporation was one passenger…”