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Chapter 85: Azure Sky (Below)

  Chapter 85: Azure Sky (Part 2)

  Cassidy knew that when Gu Huanli was angry, the best solution was to give her chocolate. So he made a 70% pure black chocolate mousse cake with raspberry filling for her afternoon tea.

  The slightly bitter dark chocolate, smooth and silky mousse, paired with a raspberry filling, is like a stunning beauty wearing a silk evening gown, while the sweet and sour taste of the raspberry ice cream further elevates the flavor of the chocolate and mousse to another level.

  As she recalled flying, the sound of wind and water from all over the world was like a symphony. Gu Huanli sighed slightly and suddenly raised her head to ask, "Is this what it feels like to become an angel?"

  Cassiopeia gazed at her bewildered eyes, slowly nodding, "At the beginning, there's always an adaptation process, just like flying, every year new angels suddenly fall heavily on the clouds in mid-air for no reason."

  "Hot air balloon ride is a wonderful experience, I'm completely convinced...” Gu Huanli put down the teacup in her hand, and her thoughtful expression gradually turned into a smile. "Although my acrophobia still exists, however, I still want to thank you for signing that consent form this time. Otherwise, I might have missed this flight because of my cowardice and stubbornness. I think facing fear, escaping is not the solution, but adventure and recklessness are two completely different concepts. So, if there's another extreme challenge activity next time, I hope you can tell me honestly, rather than giving me a profound surprise."

  "Yes, miss," Cassidy replied seriously. "But whether or not you're scared, the fact that you've integrated into the team and community in such a short time is already a huge progress for you."

  "Did you think I was locked in a cage before?" Gu Huanli frowned, somewhat dissatisfied with the question. "I know my personality is a bit... eccentric, but it's not like I've made huge progress or anything."

  Cassidy stretched out her slender index finger and gently tapped it on her slightly parted lips, "Miss needs social learning, this kind of learning is not just about knowledge, but also includes interacting with people and controlling emotions."

  "He paused for a moment before continuing, 'If, Miss, you can experience victories and defeats with the community team members before entering the new school, then even if Master is not by your side, he will be much more at ease.'"

  Gu Huanli's face suddenly turned very pale, and the influence Antonio had on her seemed to dissipate in an instant. She let out a faint sigh and said despondently, "I still remember, on the way to the capital airport, I saw the Ferris wheel through the car window. At that time, my brother promised me that he would definitely take me..."

  "Miss, the young master has already started taking over the family business. Moreover, apart from his normal studies, he also needs to receive all sorts of elite education." Cassidy explained on behalf of Gu Tianxi, although this explanation was one that he had repeated many times in recent days, but in Gu Huanlin's heart, she felt not only deep regret, but also thick nostalgia.

  "I understand." Gu Huanli turned her head, trying to disperse the mist in her eyes. "And I know that besides taking care of family business, brother also has his own business to attend to. I can't help him with anything, all I can do is study hard and live a quiet life."

  "Miss, there's no need to be overly modest." Cassidy raised an eyebrow slightly and placed a report on the desk. "Before going abroad, we originally had only $50 million in principal, according to Miss' request, it has all been invested in the bond market. Now, let's just wait for March to arrive."

  Every other Friday evening, Gu Huanli went to the gym to practice volleyball as usual, but Antonio was unexpectedly late. She couldn't help but feel a little confused, with her understanding of Antonio being someone who always starts and ends things on time. Had something unexpected happened? Although Abuqak City had good public security, New Mexico's overall public security in the US ranked among the worst.

  Thinking of this, Gu Huan Lian couldn't help but feel a little anxious.

  Reggie temporarily took over Antonio's position and everyone started practicing. Ten minutes later, Katie said she was going to call Antonio to ask him why he was late. As one of the few blonde beauties in the community, Katie considered the handsome and wealthy Antonio as her latest candidate for a boyfriend.

  Ten minutes later, Kitty pressed the hang-up button hard and her expression also became anxious. Gu Shuangli, who was secretly paying attention to her on the side, walked over and comforted her in a low voice before asking, "What's wrong? Is Andong sick?"

  Katie shook her head irritably, "He told me this afternoon that he was going to accompany his cousin Vanessa to visit a young boy with late-stage leukemia... Who would have thought that the little boy suddenly wanted to ride in a hot air balloon..."

  Gu Huanli tried to remain calm in order not to increase Katie's worries, "I think this kind of thing should be very common, right? I heard that Vanessa often takes some sick children flying, hoping to give them some comfort and happiness. Besides, Vanessa's driving skills are first-rate, I think it's definitely no problem."

  "Vanessa's technique is the best in all of New Mexico." Katie gave Vanessa her highest praise, but deep down inside, she only felt this way to slightly alleviate her fear and worry.

  "So, let's go back to the gym anyway. Maybe he'll be here before we finish practice." Gu Huanli tried to comfort Katie and the other girls, while Mai De and Rui Ji also looked a bit serious on their faces.

  During the practice, everyone's mood was particularly heavy, and Sally even cried sadly. After finishing the ball, Pastor Ye saw that the children were all in low spirits, so he took them to a fast-food restaurant near the church to eat donuts, using this to boost their morale.

  However, Pastor Ye underestimated the extent of the children's worries. As soon as they entered the store, everyone took out their phones but hesitated, and after discussing for half a day, they finally decided to let Mai De make the call. Gu Huanli sat beside him, her heart racing wildly. Looking at Mai De's worried face as he hung up the phone, she felt a chill run down her spine.

  "We've lost contact and still haven't received any news," said Mai De.

  Ruiji hesitated for a moment and said in a low voice, "Perhaps... no news is good news."

  "Yes, if anything had really happened, the state troopers would have found out by now. I guess it's just the weather; they must be waiting for the skies to clear somewhere." Reverend Ye comforted them in a soft voice, "It's getting late, you all go back home first. If Anton comes back, I'll let each of you know. What do you think?"

  Everyone nodded, but no one could eat the donuts. They casually drank some beverages and returned home with a terrible look on their faces, eagerly waiting for Pastor Ye's phone call. It seemed that before the phone rang, no one would be able to sleep soundly tonight.

  Gu Huanli was the same, sitting at her desk listening to Cassidy teach European history, but her mind had wandered hundreds of miles away. Although she put on a strong front in front of everyone, once she returned home, she couldn't shake off the fear in her heart. The temperature at night would drop below zero, and thinking about Antonio and Vanessa being trapped somewhere, possibly injured...

  Even if she comforted herself with Reggie and Yves' words, it was of no use. Unless Antonio could stand in front of her again with his charming smile, she would not be at peace.

  It wasn't until then that Gu Huanli suddenly realized that deep down in her heart, she had never forgotten the man named Antonio.

  Time passed minute by minute, second by second, and Gu Huanli's heart was almost in her throat. Just then, the phone she had been holding in her palm finally rang, "Ye Mu Shi, has Andong been found?"

  "Xiao Li?" A slightly puzzled voice came from the other end of the phone, and he asked in a low tone, "Xiao Li, is something wrong? Who is Andong?"

  "Brother", Gu Huanli was shocked, she quickly explained, "Anton... uh... Antonio, he is our team's main player and coach. Today, he and his cousin Vanessa took a sick child on a hot air balloon ride, but it's already dark, they haven't come back yet, nor is there any news."

  "In New Mexico, the temperature difference between day and night is extremely large. If they stay outdoors all the time, their bodies will quickly freeze to death, or even die from hypothermia." Gu Tianxi's pencil tip was spinning at high speed, a sarcastic smile floating on his lips, "In this case, the best choice is to call the police."

  "Yes." Gu Huanli replied cautiously.

  "Although Cassidy suggested that I allow you to participate in some community and church activities, remember the words I said to you before we left."

  Gu Tianxi's voice was somewhat cold, and the chill seemed to spread along the base station, all the way to Gu Huanli's palm, reaching her heart. She said timidly, "Please rest assured, brother, I will definitely not disappoint the high hopes you have placed in me."

  Gu Tianxi lowered her eyelids, looking through the glass at the guests who were walking into the courtyard one after another, and said lightly, "Before I allow you to return home, don't mention a boyfriend."

  Gu Huanli's face turned red as she said in a low voice, "And brother is not allowed to have a girlfriend before I return home. Otherwise, this requirement is not fair at all."

  "Oh?" Gu Tianxi raised an eyebrow with interest and said slowly, "My orders are unreasonable and unfair, will you listen or not?"

  Gu Huanli realized that her brother's voice seemed to be on the verge of anger, and hastily replied obediently, "I'll listen, I'll listen to you, brother, no matter what."

  "Do what you're supposed to do and remember to get some rest early."

  "Yes."

  The two siblings said a few more words, and Gu Huanli finally hung up the phone. She let out a long sigh and said to Cassidy, "What should we do? Are we going to continue waiting stupidly like this, watching those people freeze to death in the cold night?"

  "Miss, you're tired, go rest early."

  "But..."

  "Are you going to defy Master's orders for Antonio, miss?"

  "My point is, if Pastor Ye calls, you must notify me immediately"

  "Please rest assured, Miss, this is what I should do as a servant."

  Gu Huanli drew a cross on her chest and prayed sincerely, "May the Lord bless them with peace"

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