Chapter 385: But I’m Afraid Of Getting Beaten Up Again
Watching those two bickering did relieve one’s mood, leaving all frustration behind.
Still, there was no way Old Lin would let Lin Mu’an roam freely out of the family. He would have to learn to scheme if he really wanted to be free from the Lin family’s control.
If he really had no ideas deep inside and was as guileless as he looked while fooling around with Lu Qianqian at the moment, there was basically no chance of saving them.
Though Sheng Xiao did not say that out directly, he calmly told Mu Qiqi when they reached home, “Lin Mu’an would soon be dragged home.”
In fact, Mu Qiqi knew very well in such so-called important families, what the grandchildren wanted did not matter at all.
There would always be infinite responsibilities waiting, and they must not hesitate to sacrifice themselves for family.
“We’ll see then if Lin Mu’an really is the innocent lovestruck boy he looks like!”
Sheng Xiao’s lips curled into a dazzling smile.
He really liked how his little one could be so transparent.
Though young, she was not actually innocent—but she never gave up on hope even though she knew the way of the world.
***
Still, how could Lin Mu’an not know what Old Lin thought after they had been trying to run circles around each other? After being beaten up by his grandfather’s men that day, he knew very well that the old man would not care for sentiment once he became ruthless.
After all, losing Mu’an felt to Old Lin like losing a family dog. There was basically no difference aside from the fact that dogs were less useful but more obedient.
When he saw Sheng Xiao today, Lin Mu’an told Lu Qianqian, “I’ve requested the academy’s administration to let me train as a cadet with the police. If there’s nothing unexpected, the letter of approval would come tomorrow.”
Lu Qianqian became suspicious. “Didn’t you say that you’re going to be my bodyguard for this whole month? Are you afraid that what happened before would happen again?”
“Yes…”
“I’m not afraid of getting hurt.”
“But I am afraid of getting beaten up again.” Lin Mu’an grinned. “Silly girl. After hanging out with you these few days, it’s time I do what I should. You may have your family business to inherit, but I have my own path to walk as well.”
Lu Qianqian nodded after hearing him out. “This year had been bleak… it doesn’t feel like a new year has come.”
Lin Mu’an smiled, waiting for her to finish before reaching out to stroke her hair. “You won’t have to see the Lin family from now on.”
“I just might let your grandfather kill me. Look at you—look at how they ma.s.sacred the grand young master of the Lin family.”
“This is my own choice.”
Lin Mu’an remained ever carefree and composed just like his playboy days, but he now knew how it felt when he has someone deep in his heart whom he wanted to protect.
“Well… when would we see each other again? My life is a lot less interesting without you!”
“I’ll definitely show up if you befriend shady characters again!
Lu Qianqian smiled as well.
But in reality, the hearts of these two were hollow and thoroughly miserable.
***
Next morning, at the Xu manor.
Papa Xu and Xu Yihong’s paternity test result would only be available in three days, but thanks to Papa Xu’s discreet urging, the test center was done in two days.
Therefore, Mama Xu went out early in the morning and brought the report to Papa Xu.
Even though Papa Xu was mentally prepared for it, he was left shaking with rage once he read the report. Think about it—forget raising someone else’s son, his own son had been left abandoned out there by that father-son duo, and Papa Xu would never have known if Jing Yun had died if not for his child’s good luck!
And now, that father-son duo had turned their eyes on Xu Holdings, bent on claiming power?
Since his eldest brother would hurt him to the extent of leaving his family ruined, he would return the favor. He felt he could not face himself for his own trust towards that pair, and letting Jing Yun suffer out there.
That was why he kept impa.s.sive and went to Jing Ting with his lawyer.
The family then sat down and told the lawyer about the entire matter.
The lawyer was privately hired by the Xu family and had a good relations.h.i.+p with Xu Yihong, but could not help sighing after reading through the test result.
“Chairman Xu. I’ve watched Yihong grow up too—it’s scary if he really hides such a secret.”
“You just have to tell me now, what lies have he and my brother weaved into reality?” Papa Xu was utterly disgusted at the moment.
For the son he loved for years to turn out not be his own—any other man would never be able to accept it.
“I’ll keep pus.h.i.+ng a case of fraud. That way, all of Xu Yihong’s movable, immovable a.s.sets and stocks that he was given as your son would be frozen.”
“As for your eldest brother, it is easier because he is aware of the conspiracy and could be judged for fraud, whereas Yihong would have to be judged on whether he was involved on his own accord or by force.”
“It is my private suggestion that you seek out your eldest sister-in-law and talk to her about this. She might be able to provide you with more evidence.”
“Additionally, be aware of Xu Holdings’ accounts.”
“I’m counting on you for that, Lawyer Rong.” Papa Xu said.
“…I really pity your real eldest son and youngest son. That father and son have really lost all reason.”
After Lawyer Rong left, Papa Xu couldn’t help hugging Jing Yun. “It’s my fault… you and your eldest brother has suffered.”
“You’re not at fault, father. If not for that father-son pair’s malice, my eldest brother and I would have been alright.”
“It’s a.s.suring that you say that, but I still feel guilty as your father. Don’t worry, I will avenge you two. I’m calling a board meeting in the afternoon—you should come and help me then.”
“What would you do, Dad?”
“What?” Papa Xu turned to glance at his wife. “Dear, I have to bother you for this one and Feng’er, could you contact that mistress who gave birth to Xu Yihong?”
“She’s overseas, although she was married three times later and didn’t have a happy life with one mixed-blood son.”
“Could you convince her to come back and stand as a witness?”
“She’s not escaping if Eldest Uncle’s is really charged with fraud. That’s why she would never help us… the best we could do is to turn them against each other so as to escalate the matter until it could not be helped.”
“Let’s do that then. We have to work on separate ends—let Dad avenge you.”
Meanwhile, Xu Yihong was still convinced that he held a leverage to threaten the Xu family, and could still call the shots.
But that was only if Papa Xu was still concerned about his ident.i.ty.
Now that there are no concerns, who do you think you are?