Reborn as Zhao Ruilong of Handong, I will defy fate.

Chapter 398 Once the arrow is released, there's no turning back! There's no way out!

Boom ~

A dull thud echoed through the night sky of Jiangcheng.

The raging wind, accompanied by torrential rain, pounded against the glass of the terminal building.

Suddenly, a bright 'crack' appeared in the pitch-black night sky, as if it were cracking.

The crack burst forth with countless rays of light, suddenly illuminating the earth.

After the flash of light, a deafening roar of thunder followed.

Zhang Xiaoxue, overjoyed, came to pick him up at the airport.

Looking at the torrential rain, he looked depressed.

"With such a heavy thunderstorm, the plane definitely can't land!"

Just as Zhang Xiaoxue finished muttering to herself, she heard an announcement over the airport's public address system that the airport was temporarily closed due to weather conditions.

All departing flights were suspended, and all arriving flights were delayed, canceled, or diverted.

Zhang Xiaoxue hurriedly looked up at the big screen.

They were afraid that Zhao Ruilong's flight would also be canceled.

however……

A flight that takes an hour to take off cannot be cancelled.

But the scarlet words "delay" still made Zhang Xiaoxue feel uneasy.

Although a diversion costs a lot more money, airlines prefer to let the plane circle in the air and wait.

However, aircraft have limited reserve fuel and cannot remain in the air circling for extended periods.

Generally, after waiting for about an hour, you need to quickly find a suitable airport to divert to.

But look at the way this rain is pouring down now.

It doesn't seem like the rain will stop in just an hour.

Not seeing each other for one day is like three autumns.

Since their parting in Yanjing, Zhang Xiaoxue had not seen Zhao Ruilong for more than three months.

Although the two kept in touch frequently during this period and even video chatted several times.

But no amount of contact across distance can compare to meeting in person.

The more frequently you contact someone, the more you might miss them.

I know Zhao Ruilong is coming to Linjiang today.

Zhang Xiaoxue couldn't wait any longer yesterday.

Everyone feels a bit distracted at work.

Zhao Ruilong's plane was scheduled to take off at 6 p.m., but she started asking him questions non-stop at 4 p.m.

Have you departed yet? Have you arrived at the airport? Have you gone through security? Has the plane taken off on time?

Miss you like a spring.

She wished she could fly into the night sky and drive away the torrential rain.

Unfortunately, the weather did not cooperate; torrential rain poured down, accompanied by thunder and lightning.

Zhang Xiaoxue stared at the flight information screen.

They watched helplessly as Zhao Ruilong's flight went from being delayed to being diverted.

"Emergency landing! Emergency landing! Which airport is it being diverted to? Why isn't it being clearly stated?!"

Zhang Xiaoxue immediately became furious.

They couldn't wait to ask the staff.

After several inquiries, it was learned that the plane had made an emergency landing at Jinghai International Airport.

Upon receiving this reply, Zhang Xiaoxue realized she had asked in vain.

Linjiang Province has two major cities: the provincial capital Jiangcheng and Jinghai.

The two major cities are more than 200 kilometers apart, and the probability of them encountering severe weather at the same time is extremely low.

Therefore, with thunder and lightning and torrential rain in Jiangcheng, the first choice for an alternate airport for planes that cannot land is Jinghai Airport.

"Emergency landing in Jinghai... Can I drive over there now and pick them up?"

"Now? Are you sure? Such heavy rain is too dangerous, isn't it? And by the time you drive over, the rain in Jiangcheng might have already turned into a drizzle, and the plane might have already flown back from Jinghai."

"Okay, then I'll wait at the airport!"

"We will announce any new information via broadcast."

Zhang Xiaoxue turned and left.

He took his phone out of his bag and sent a message to Zhao Ruilong.

"It's still pouring rain in Jiangcheng. The plane will return to Jiangcheng once the rain subsides."

It is estimated that the plane Zhao Ruilong is on is still en route to Jinghai.

Zhang Xiaoxue didn't expect him to reply immediately.

He strolled around aimlessly for quite a while.

The torrential rain shows no signs of abating.

Seeing that there wasn't even a place to sit, many people went back to the parking lot.

Zhang Xiaoxue simply returned to the underground parking lot.

Carrying my bag, I approached the Land Rover M9, its paint gleaming, exuding luxury and grandeur.

The vehicle, which unlocks automatically, turns on its automatic lights and slowly unfolds its folding side mirrors.

Every time Zhang Xiaoxue saw the dreamlike light and shadow effects, she felt that the car seemed to have traveled from the future, far ahead of this era by twenty or thirty years.

I opened the car door and stepped onto the electric foot pedal to get inside.

With a gentle pull, the electric suction door will automatically close, even if you don't actually use it.

Tap the screen to enter rest mode.

The car headlights were off and the doors were locked.

The automatic air conditioning system with air filtration and fragrance system keeps the air inside the car fresh and maintains a comfortable temperature of 26 degrees Celsius.

Play a familiar tune, adjust the seat to a sleeping position, and turn on the gentle massage function.

The soft reading lights make the car interior exceptionally warm and inviting.

The ambient lights change colors in sync with the rhythm of the music.

Lying inside the car, Zhang Xiaoxue enjoyed her cozy, private little world.

She used to enjoy driving manual transmissions and relish the pleasure of driving.

Since getting her Land Rover M9, she has discovered that people really do change.

The driving pleasure of frequently pressing the clutch, shifting gears, and accelerating while driving is now insignificant compared to the comfort and ease of driving.

The dull roar of an engine used to excite me, but now I find quiet and smooth operation to be a different kind of enjoyment.

Every time I drive this car on the road, or rest in the car, I feel like I'm in it.

Zhang Xiaoxue often thought of Zhao Ruilong.

I can picture him singing passionately on stage during the new car launch.

I recall how seriously he took me on a tour of the R&D and production base and explained the scientific research experiments.

Of course, people are even more curious about how this guy, who is clearly a liberal arts student, could come up with such amazing technological inventions.

Enjoy the massage in the chair while listening to soft, surround sound music.

Zhang Xiaoxue, who had been missing him terribly and unable to eat or sleep since yesterday, fell asleep without realizing it.

I was awakened by a series of urgent beeping alarms.

She opened her eyes and sat up abruptly.

They initially thought someone was breaking into the car to steal it, but instead they saw Zhao Ruilong waving.

Surprised and delighted, Zhang Xiaoxue quickly rolled down the car window.

"You've arrived!"

“I called and texted you, but you didn’t respond, so I guessed you must have fallen asleep in the car.”

"But how did you know my car was parked here?"

"Ask the security guard. I know you'll definitely pick me up in a Land Rover. There aren't many of those cars in the parking lot. Just ask the security guard, and you'll know."

"Not bad, not bad, you're really smart!"

Zhang Xiaoxue pursed her red lips.

Looking at Zhao Ruilong so close, she really wanted to pounce on him and take a vicious bite.

However, two guards in plainclothes stood next to Zhao Ruilong.

Even if her longing burned like fire, she dared not be too crazy.

Zhang Xiaoxue pressed the unlock button and glanced at the passenger seat.

"What are you waiting for? Get in the car!"

Zhao Ruilong nodded repeatedly.

"You two can sit in the back!"

"Don't worry, Mr. Zhang is a very good driver!"

Have the two guards sit in the back seats.

Zhao Ruilong walked around the front of the car, opened the door, and sat in the passenger seat.

At this moment, Zhang Xiaoxue had already used the seat memory function to adjust her favorite driving position with one click.

"Wow, it's almost eleven o'clock!"

"You haven't had dinner yet, have you?"

Zhao Ruilong laughed and said, "When we made the emergency landing in Jinghai, the airline provided bread and milk, so we weren't too hungry. On the contrary, you waited at the airport for several hours. You must have been starving, right?"

Zhang Xiaoxue smiled sweetly.

He glanced at Zhao Ruilong with a captivating look.

"I'm starving, I'm starving!"

Zhao Ruilong gave an awkward smile.

She thought to herself, "You're a female PhD, the daughter of the top official in Linjiang, can't you be a little more reserved?"

After completing the transformation from girl to woman, have you become less reserved and conservative after getting a taste of the sweetness of life?

"Since you're hungry, why don't you hurry up and drive?"

"Okay, then you'd better hold on tight!"

Zhang Xiaoxue shifted gears and accelerated, and the Land Rover M9 smoothly drove out of the parking space.

A moment later, the car was driving on the airport expressway.

Zhang Xiaoxue would glance at Zhao Ruilong every now and then.

My mind wasn't on driving at all.

The two guards were sitting in the back, so Zhao Ruilong couldn't directly remind them.

He could only cough twice and wink at her to make her concentrate on driving.

Zhang Xiaoxue's focus on driving resulted in her speeding like lightning.

Soon.

The Land Rover M9 arrived at the Jiangcheng Huilong Hotel.

Compared to Huilong chain internet cafes, which have already covered major towns and villages.

The five-star Huilong Hotel has expanded much more slowly.

The Huilong Hotel, located in Jiangcheng, only officially started operation two months ago.

However, thanks to its upscale decor, high-quality service, and the strong backing of Huilong Group, the business has been booming since its opening, hosting a large number of high-end banquets and business events.

Since the wind power industry in Linjiang Province was initially invested in by Huilong Group, the wind power industry forum to be held tomorrow will naturally be held at Huilong Hotel.

Zhang Xiaoxue, who had no intention of going home tonight, naturally didn't drive to the main entrance, but instead drove directly into the underground parking lot.

They then followed Zhao Ruilong upstairs, got their room key, and went to the restaurant for a meal.

The two guards were naturally too embarrassed to dine in the private room.

Even if Zhang Xiaoxue was burning with longing, she wouldn't lose control of herself in the private room.

After eating and drinking to their hearts' content and arriving at their room, they erupted like a volcano, completely losing their minds.

After a long time.

Zhang Xiaoxue, her breath sweet and fragrant, leaned weakly against Zhao Ruilong.

Watching Zhao Ruilong lean against the headboard, lighting a cigarette and letting out a long exhale of smoke.

Why do you always smoke a cigarette after you're done?

Zhao Ruilong gently smoothed Zhang Xiaoxue's hair, which was damp with sweat and somewhat disheveled.

"Because a cigarette afterwards is better than being a god!"

"really?"

Zhang Xiaoxue held out her hand, "Then let me try a puff!"

"If you don't know how to smoke, then don't smoke. Otherwise, you won't experience the comfort and you'll just choke and feel terrible!"

Zhao Ruilong picked up a bottle of mineral water from the bedside table.

"Let's drink some water! It will quench our thirst and restore our strength."

Zhang Xiaoxue slowly sat up.

I feel like my whole body is about to fall apart.

After giving Zhao Ruilong a somewhat resentful glare, she took the bottled water and drank a few mouthfuls.

After drinking the water, I felt much more relaxed and energetic.

Zhao Ruilong didn't even wipe the bottle opening before gulping down the remaining half-bottle.

"Why don't you wipe it off!"