Alarmed! (7)

The phone only rang a few times when the call to Liu Lingyu got through. "Missus? Its you" Liu Lingyus mellow voice came through. "Mmm, its me. VP Liu, Ive got some things to ask you." Xi Xiaye got right to the point. "Do go ahead, Missus." "How are the preparations for Qi Leis new company coming along? I remember that his initial plan was to launch after the New Year, right?" Xi Xiaye was actually not quite clear about Qi Leis matters because it was Mu Yuchen who worried about them. They just let Liu Lingyu help, and Xi Xiaye trusted her abilities. Apart from the occasional check-in for assurance, she rarely got involved. "Missus, its still in preparation. The new companys address has been decided between Master and Master Qi, so dont worry about that, Missus. Also, some of the human resources and facilities still need to be set up. Well be busy with this for now. According to Master Qi and Masters plans, were planning to launch after New Years," Liu Lingyu answered. Xi Xiaye nodded. "Mmm, thank you for your hard work! Right, have you been in contact with Qi Lei recently?" "Master Qi? Thanks for bringing it up. Master Qi said he was going to come over this morning to check on the early stages of work, but hes still not here yet. Ive called him and Assistant Yang, but no ones been answering. I got a secretary to check his villa. However, it looks like theres no one inside, then I recalled that he said he was going to make a trip to City B. Hes probably not back yet, or is still on the plane." When she heard Liu Lingyu say this, Xi Xiaye was stunned for a moment. She could not help but feel a hint of uneasiness. She knew Qi Lei. He would usually be punctual for important things. If there were any changes, he would have typically informed her beforehand, but right now, it was clear that something was off. If it was something he had planned to do this morning, then logically, he should have already returned to City Z last night. If there were changes in plans and he did not return, he should also have given Liu Lingyu or her a call! When she thought about this, Xi Xiaye felt even more worried now and her brows furrowed into a knot. Liu Lingyu could clearly feel the uneasiness from Xi Xiaye from the other end, so he immediately asked, "Missus, is something wrong?" Xi Xiaye felt more and more worried now. Her breath felt short, so she inhaled and her clear eyes flashed firmly as she quickly said, "VP Liu, I think somethings not right. Ive also been calling their phones, but no ones answering. Qi Lei made an appointment to meet me today too. He wouldnt cancel for no reason. Check for flights to City Z from City B right away, and confirm if Qi Leis back or if hes still on the flight! Also, contact City Bs CEO Li. See what Qi Leis situation is. If hes still not there, I remember Qi Lei mentioning that he was going to discuss business with CEO Li." Xi Xiayes sudden seriousness naturally alarmed Liu Lingyu. He quickly asked, "Missus, are you worried that somethings happened to Master Qi?" "I cant answer you about that right now. Im worried. Confirm Qi Leis tracks first. Dont delay this and do it right away. Call me once you find out anything!" "Yes, Missus, dont worry. Ill do it right away!" Liu Lingyu dared not delay this. When she hung up, he got busy right away and called City Bs CEO Li first. Then, he found out that after Qi Lei met him yesterday afternoon, he mentioned that he would return to City Z the night itself! Upon hearing that, Liu Lingyus heart tightened and he started to feel uneasy! Without further ado, he called the airline company and quickly checked Qi Leis flight details. He found out that Qi Lei did not board the plane last night or this morning. However, Qi Lei did book a ticket for a flight back to City Z last night! Upon finding out, Liu Lingyus eyes widened and he felt even more worried now. Did something happen? He quickly called the people in charge of the project in City B and found out that Qi Lei had left City B for City Z last night! Meanwhile, on the other end, in Xi Xiayes office in Fuhua Real Estate. After Xi Xiaye finished her call with Liu Lingyu, she kept pacing back and forth nervously. She found it hard to breathe for some reason as she paced around uneasily. When Lan Zilang entered through the door, he saw her anxious demeanor. He carefully closed the door and asked, "Whats wrong? You look worried. Did something happen?" Xi Xiayes brows were furrowed into a knot. When she heard Lan Zilangs voice, she turned to the voice and noticed him before she sucked in a deep breath. "Uncle Lan, its you." Nodding, Lan Zilang walked over in huge strides and set the documents down onto her desk as he asked in concern, "Whats wrong? You dont look too good. Are you not well? If youre ill, then go home earlier. Youve been working hard these past few days and should be exhausted." Xi Xiaye shook her head while her voice was colored with a hint of concern. "Im okay. Its just that Im feeling uneasy, Uncle Lan, like" Before Xi Xiaye could finish, her phone buzzed on the table. Xi Xiaye could not care less and quickly walked up in two steps to grab it to quickly answer, "So? VP Liu?" "Missus, it really is like you said. Somethings not right! I just talked to CEO Li and the project management people in City B. They all say that Master Qi flew back to City Z on the flight last night, but I checked with the airline company. It shows that he did buy a flight ticket but didnt board the flight! Theres no one at Master Qis Grand Lake Villa either. Ive called everyone close to Master Qi, and they dont know where he is. Right now, I cant get through to Master Qi and Assistant Yangs phones either. Do you think somethings happened to them?" When Liu Lingyu said that, Xi Xiayes beautiful little face froze and she was not herself. Xi Xiaye gasped to herself and suppressed the uneasiness in her heart as she asked softly, "Are you saying that we cant track Qi Lei down right now?"