Rebirth of a Senior Researcher! | LK Adaptaion

Chapter 57: Unknown Child

Mo Li was momentarily stunned by this revelation. Her immediate concern wasn't about questioning Director Zhang but grabbing Lalisa's hand and asking, "Are you hurt?"

Lalisa swiftly squatted down and reassured her, "I'm completely fine. Not a scratch on me. I ran away really fast when it happened."

Mo Li sighed and inquired, "Is that person really from the Jeon Corporation?"

She still couldn't believe it. After all, the two of them had been enjoying the company happily these days. She felt that he was a very refined person.

Lalisa, determined to protect her godmother from any potential deception, responded, "I've seen his face in official documents. He's a major shareholder in the Jeon Corporation. Plus, the Jeon Corporation is in turmoil right now; they even instigated a shootout. We should do our best to stay away from him."

Despite her limited knowledge of the outside world, Mo Li hesitated to sever her friendship with this newfound companion. "We have nothing to do with the Jeon Corporation. Perhaps he's simply bored in the hospital and became friends with me, coming along to enjoy the flowers. Is that so bad?"

Lalisa was aware of her godmother's loneliness and wished for her to have friends. However, Director Zhang couldn't be the one. The Jeon Corporation's internal conflict had escalated and was on the verge of exploding. Lalisa didn't know when Jungkook and Jeon Hai would come to blows.

She did not believe that Director Zhang would be in the mood to accompany others to admire the flowers. Two days ago, she accompanied Jungkook to the banquet. They were probably targeting her.

If it weren't for the critical stage of her godmother's treatment, Lalisa would have already arranged for her to be transferred to a different hospital.

She earnestly reminded her, "Godmother, even though we may not have a direct connection to the Jeon Corporation, my last name is still Manobal. I'm the eldest daughter of the Manobal Family, and I've attended their banquets before. Director Zhang is aware of this, which is likely why he approached you."

Mo Li wasn't foolish; she just felt reluctant to let go of the companionship she had finally found. Hearing Lalisa mention her identity, she finally comprehended the situation and promptly assured her, "I won't meet him again in the future. You don't need to worry about this."

Mo Li had never wanted Lalisa to become embroiled in all this. She held no good impression of the Manobal Family from the beginning. Ever since she brought Lalisa home, she had harbored resentment toward the Manobal family. Leaving a child in the countryside without even caring about her was akin to murder in her eyes.

Seated on the ground, Lalisa leaned against Mo Li's lap and spoke soothingly, "Godmother, once you're better, we'll return to the village together. I'll be with you to plant jasmine flowers, and these troubles won't bother us anymore."

Mo Li gently disagreed, "No, that won't do. You're still young and shouldn't stay in the village forever. You should go out to see the world, and pursue your dreams without concern for me. How have you been doing in school lately?" Lalisa swiftly dug out various trivial tales and embellished them to make Mo Li chuckle. She was gratified to hear that Lalisa was doing well at school. 

After spending half a day with her godmother, Lalisa took her leave. She carried the small bag of snacks lovingly prepared by her godmother, intending to savor them slowly.

As she headed toward the elevator, Director Zhang called out to Lalisa, "Miss Manobal, please wait. I have something to discuss with you."

Lalisa, with a less-than-friendly expression, responded curtly, "I don't believe I have anything to discuss with you."