The three of them suddenly started fighting.
Chu Chengfeng had his palm out, and in it was a beast with a gaping mouth, spewing countless golden flames.
When facing this beast, Xiao Wenâs Fire Phoenix visibly shrank, its form gradually diminishing until it turned into a small flame and vanished.
At this moment, Gu Qiaoqiaoâs Attack Charm and Ice Arrow Talisman attacked Chu Chengfeng relentlessly. Such an offensive did make Chu Chengfeng frown slightly.
With a flick of his finger, he set up a barrier in the room, then grabbed Xiao Wenâs hand. His right hand opened, and a ball of golden flame suddenly burst forth, as if with just a thought, Xiao Wen would be reduced to ashes.
Xiao Wen could not resist.
Her pallid face was expressionless, her heart was as dead as ash at this moment.
She just stared straight at the familiar yet terrifyingly unfamiliar face in front of her.
Gu Qiaoqiao was the most anxious, reacting quickly. When Chu Chengfeng grabbed Xiao Wen, she had already placed a massive ice arrow against his throat.
Gu Qiaoqiao truly regretted not bringing her small slingshot. It would have been another weapon, but she hadnât expected Chu Chengfeng to be so powerful nowâactually, he should be on par with Gu Junbai, the Clan Leader of the Phoenix Clan.
"If you dare hurt Xiao Wen, weâll perish together today!" Gu Qiaoqiao threatened fiercely.
Chu Chengfeng slowly lowered the flame in his palm.
He glanced at Gu Qiaoqiao, knowing she was Qin Yizeâs wife.
Qin Yize was a killing god, and also considered his best brother in this life for having saved his life. The Phoenix Clan were known for repaying kindness and being clear about grudges. Moreover, if he were to harm Gu Qiaoqiao, he indeed couldnât bear the consequences of Qin Yizeâs subsequent frenzy.
And it wasnât necessary for this to happen.
Just that something seemed wrong with Sima Xiaowen, could she be related to this body?
Why did he have no memory at all?
No trace could be found.
Chu Chengfeng frowned, released his grip, and stepped back a few paces. He silently withdrew his attacking power, making him look like the usual Chu Chengfeng again.
Xiao Wenâs eyes fell into confusion once more.
Gu Qiaoqiao stepped in front of Xiao Wen this time, preventing her from seeing this Chu Chengfeng.
Gu Qiaoqiao had already confirmed that this new Clan Leader of the Phoenix Clan had utterly forgotten Xiao Wen.
Itâs not quite accurate to say he forgot; he knew Sima Xiaowen was the daughter of Elder Sima and a bloodline of the Phoenix Clan.
What he had forgotten was Sister Xiao Wen, his lifelong love, the girl he pursued for a long time, the one he wanted to have by his side no matter what he did.
Once he had Sister Xiao Wen, no one else mattered to him.
But now the painful despair was that in this Chu Chengfengâs eyes, everyone was visible, even Gu Qiaoqiao, Qin Yizeâs wife, whom he acknowledged by calling her sister-in-law, yet Sister Xiao Wen was absent.
Chu Chengfeng pointed to the door and spoke calmly, "I just returned, and have a lot to sort and handle. You two should leave first."
Cold as snow, keeping others at a distance, and an aloof demeanor, this version of Chu Chengfeng was repulsive. Gu Qiaoqiao grabbed Xiao Wenâs hand and softly said, "Sister Xiao Wen, letâs go home."
Sima Xiaowenâs face was frighteningly pale, and her emotions were off.
Right now, Xiao Wen was frantic, helpless, terrified, despairingâall of her negative emotions were expressed.
Gu Qiaoqiao had to forcefully pull her hand to lead her out the door, then stuffed Xiao Wen into the car. Starting the vehicle, Gu Qiaoqiao glanced at Chu Chengfengâs cold, solitary figure through the front windshield.
He only glanced in the direction of their car and then indifferently shifted his gaze away.
Hence, Gu Qiaoqiao finally confirmed that Chu Chengfeng had completely forgotten Sima Xiaowen.
Gu Qiaoqiao quickly drove away from the beef noodle shop, intending to take Xiao Wen to Gu Garden. It was a familiar environment, best suited for Xiao Wenâs current state, and Gu Garden was also quiet.
Throughout the journey, Sima Xiaowen just pressed her lips tightly, looked up at the front window in silence.
Gu Qiaoqiao didnât speak either; for the first time, both of them remained silent in the same space.
The air was peculiarly oppressive, suffocating even.
In this stifling atmosphere, there was a hint of despair.
The lovesick Sima Xiaowen remembered Chu Chengfeng, yet the revitalized Clan Leader of the Phoenix Clan had entirely forgotten Sima Xiaowen.
This was the cruel reality.
Gu Qiaoqiaoâs brows were tightly furrowed, feeling as if flames of anger burned within her chest. Yet she couldnât figure out how to vent this fury, and under such a mood, the car stopped at the entrance to Gu Garden.
Gu Qiaoqiao turned the steering wheel, drove the car into Gu Gardenâs garage, and opened the car door. Xiao Wen was still in a stupor, sitting on the passenger side without moving.
Gu Qiaoqiao sighed inwardly, realizing that when it comes to matters of the heart, no matter how free-spirited a woman is, there will be times when sheâs lost and distraught.
People might always be like this: crystal clear and rational when advising others, but when itâs their own turn, they find it hard to extricate themselves.
At first, between Xiao Wen and Chu Chengfeng, Gu Qiaoqiao saw no possibility.
In whatever way she observed, the two didnât match.
Yet she was not the party involved and didnât know how the two interacted privately.
But she understood over the past six months, their relationship was very good.
Chu Chengfeng loved her immensely, treating Xiao Wen as his lifeblood, just like Qin Yize loved her, Gu Qiaoqiao, and Xiao Wen reciprocated the same affection.
In Xiao Wenâs eyes, no matter who Chu Chengfeng was, she would be with him, not even worrying about her fatherâs approval.
Thus, when Elder Sima and Fang Liang returned to the Imperial Capital a few days ago, Xiao Wen should have mentioned this matter to them. However, Elder Simaâs visit was brief and she forgot to tell them.
And Xiao Wen didnât care about this matter anyway, knowing that ultimately her father would agree.
In Xiao Wenâs eyes, parents on both sides were not an issue, but the problem now lay with Chu Chengfeng.
Though he wasnât Chu Chengfeng anymore!
Yet he was still Chu Chengfeng because apart from forgetting his love for Xiao Wen, everything else was normal.
They seemed to have merged into one.
It truly was a headache.
Thus, Gu Qiaoqiaoâs mind was rather muddled now, a bit confused.
She wasnât one of the Phoenix Clan and did not know everything thoroughly, yet it was evident Xiao Wen wasnât in a state to be questioned about anything.