Gong Xue’er said, "There’s nothing I won’t do, who told you to be kind, who told you to have a conscience? That’s just the kind of person I am. Xia Yangyang, come with me. I’ll give you three more seconds to consider." There was no time left. Although four soldiers were guarding the four directions, they would shoot if anyone came up from below. But the bullets were limited, they couldn’t hold out for long. Once everyone below came up, there’d be no escape. Although Xia Yangyang and Lu Haotian were shocked by Gong Xue’er’s shamelessness and cruelty. But they also knew, Gong Xue’er might really do such a thing. Xia Yangyang hadn’t spoken yet. Lu Haotian supported his body, "Gong Xue’er, wasn’t it me you wanted from the start? Let everyone else go, I’ll go with you." Gong Xue’er said, "Lu Haotian, do you think I’ll let you go? Retrieve my syringe, I want you to personally bring it to me. I won’t take you away now, but I’ll wait for you to trade yourself for her." The helicopter had almost stopped in mid-air. Gong Xue’er made a gesture. The soldier inside the helicopter directly lifted Xingxing. The helicopter’s cabin door was also opened. Xia Yangyang saw Xingxing struggling while being lifted into the air. Xia Yangyang’s heart lifted instantly. Xia Yangyang shouted. Nᴇw ɴovel chaptᴇrs are published on novelFirｅ.net Xia Yangyang didn’t have time to think. In this inescapable situation, Xia Yangyang felt like she’d encountered it many times. But each time, she felt the same helplessness. Lu Haotian also had no other choice. Gong Xue’er just wanted to leave now. Keeping Xia Yangyang as a trump card, she wasn’t afraid of Lu Haotian complying later. Now the syringe and drugs were thrown away by Xia Yangyang. Dr. Annie was also nowhere to be found. Even if Lu Haotian was taken away, what would it matter? Moreover, Gong Xue’er knew Lu Haotian. With Lu Haotian’s character, his willingness to go with her was just a delaying tactic. If the helicopter was really damaged, he would find ways to sabotage, risking his own life. Any slight misstep would get her caught, and then everything would be over. Gong Xue’er wasn’t foolish enough to take risks now. She needed to escape and plan long-term. But she also needed to leave a trump card. Xingxing was originally a bargaining chip. But her importance in Lu Haotian’s heart couldn’t compare to Xia Yangyang. So, she’d rather trade Xingxing for Xia Yangyang. The helicopter stopped. Xia Yangyang was also grabbed by four strong men and stuffed into the helicopter. Xingxing was pushed out of the helicopter. Then the helicopter took off and left. While leaving, it also threw several smoke bombs below. The helicopter disappeared. And all of this happened too fast. Gu Qichen arrived, but it was already too late. Lu Haotian had already fainted from intense pain. When Lu Haotian woke up, he was lying in a hospital. And Gu Qichen was right next to him. Gu Qichen stood by the bedside, his brow furrowed tightly. His fingers clenched into fists, his gaze coldly fixed out the window. Lu Haotian spoke, "Where’s Yangyang, have you found her whereabouts?" Gu Qichen said, "Gong Xue’er is now on Star Lake Island, but the island is guarded by mercenaries. Gong Xue’er cruelly took a few local residents hostage as a threat. We currently can’t break in."