Chapter 988: Chapter 988: It Was a Trap Set by Dongfang Yu to Lure Her “Qiaoqiao, aren’t you worried that I might harm Shang Qing?” Dongfang Yu suddenly retorted. Qiaoqiao’s eyes shot out a sharp glare, sarcastically saying, “You’ve been associating with Shang Qing and the Shang Family for a long time. Even if you want to do something to her, that’s between you and the Shang Family.” “Qiaoqiao, are you really this cold-blooded?” Dongfang Yu’s tone had a hint of reproach. Shang Qing often spoke well of Qiaoqiao, and it was clear that she considered Qiaoqiao a good friend. “Dongfang Yu, you’re really not qualified to say that. The coldest person in this world is you. You disregard the law, with only yourself in your heart, doing whatever you please. If it weren’t for the suppression of the Heavenly Dao Rules, you would probably have destroyed this world. But, you need to have the ability first, and I’m sure Elder Nie won’t let you act recklessly.” “Oh, you’re talking about that old fellow…” Dongfang Yu’s eyebrow lifted slightly. “Yes, you’re right, I’m really not qualified to say that. But if Shang Qing is indeed in danger, would you not save her?” Qiaoqiao gazed intently at Dongfang Yu, wondering if he was probing her or if Shang Qing was truly in danger. However, one thing was certain: Shang Qing was indeed not here. She had made a secretive departure, and who else but Dongfang Yu could have helped her slip away unnoticed? Moreover, Shang Qing’s departure had evidently gone unnoticed by both Chu Chengfeng and Du Tian. If not, given the location of the bonfire, Shang Qing couldn’t possibly head to the mountain without being noticed unless she circumvented the creek and took a long detour through the forest at night. But for Shang Qing, this was simply impossible. Shang Qing was indeed a smart girl. Although love sometimes blinded her, she was clear-headed about other matters. This late at night, it was implausible for her to run into the forest alone. Unless the person leading her was Dongfang Yu. Connecting this to Dongfang Yu’s mention of the Purple Heart Orchid, it did suggest such a situation. This should be Dongfang Yu luring her into a trap. He used Shang Qing to make her follow him. Qiaoqiao thought she couldn’t let Shang Qing be in danger, yet being threatened by Dongfang Yu disturbed her greatly. Moreover, many things need to be clarified before deciding what action to take. Qiaoqiao slowly curled her lips, her eyes cold as she mocked, “Dongfang Yu, you really overestimate me. Shang Qing and I are indeed good friends, but everyone has their own destiny. In terms of relationships, Shang Qing has been closer to you than to me for quite some time. We haven’t contacted each other for a long time, all because of you, so whatever Shang Qing encounters today is her own doing.” Dongfang Yu raised an eyebrow at Qiaoqiao. “Qiaoqiao, are you saying that even if Shang Qing is in danger, you won’t save her?” “I do not trust you!” Qiaoqiao said, enunciating each word. Dongfang Yu understood this. It meant that Qiaoqiao did not believe what he said. It also indicated that whether Shang Qing was in danger, Qiaoqiao still needed to ascertain whether Dongfang Yu’s words were true or false. ʀᴇᴀᴅ ʟᴀᴛᴇsᴛ ᴄʜᴀᴘᴛᴇʀs ᴀᴛ novel✶fire.net However, what Qiaoqiao said was indeed correct. He knew Shang Qing hadn’t contacted Qiaoqiao for a long time. Without this spring outing, their relationship might have finally turned into that of strangers.