Chapter 943 You're reopening my wounds

Huo Nanxiao did not confront Xia Wanwan, believing it was completely unnecessary, because she knew very well that all of this was Xia Wenhe's doing.

Xia Wanwan would never betray him.

The Xia Group was shut down.

This is Huo Nanxiao's order to his subordinates.

Almost overnight, the Xia Group's stock plummeted to rock bottom.

Xia Wenhe was extremely anxious about this matter, begging and pleading with everyone he could, but no one offered him any help.

Xia Wenhe had been holding back his anger outside, so he vented it all on Xia Wanwan.

Less than a week later, Xia Wanwan, whose health had just begun to recover, was sent to the Imperial City Central Hospital due to a worsening liver condition. After treatment, there was no sign of improvement, so Huo Nanxiao sent her to Lingcheng and asked Brian to be her attending physician.

Brian was very frustrated and immediately pushed Xia Wanwan away, not intending to take on the patient. However, her condition was too critical and she could lose her life at any time, so Brian had no choice but to bite the bullet and take on the patient.

After taking over Xia Wanwan's care, Brian discovered many problems. For example, Xia Wanwan had many injuries on her body, and it was not yet possible to determine whether they were self-harm or intentional injuries.

Brian called the police, but when Xia Wanwan woke up, she denied that anyone had intentionally harmed her, leaving the police helpless.

Brian didn't want to cause trouble for himself, so he told Huo Nanxiao about it.

Huo Nanxiao appeared at the hospital just before the end of the workday and bumped into Xia Ningxi, who had just returned from the laboratory.

Huo Nanxiao was carrying a black insulated box. When he saw Xia Ningxi, he instinctively hid the box behind his back.

Xia Ningxi noticed the subtle movement and smiled. "You've come to see Xia Wanwan?"

Huo Nanxiao did not deny it.

Xia Ningxi said, "Perfect timing, Brian hasn't left work yet, you can go find him and find out what's going on."

"No need," Huo Nanxiao said in a low voice.

Xia Ningxi said, "I suggest you go see him, because Xia Wanwan has many suspicious injuries on her body."

Huo Nanxiao: "I know."

Xia Ningxi asked in surprise, "Do you know how she got injured?"

Huo Nanxiao said, "People in the capital are laughing at her. My divorce from her has been a huge blow to her, so it's normal that she's feeling down. I'm sorry."

"Why apologize?" Xia Ningxi asked, puzzled.

Huo Nanxiao said, "I can't bear to watch her die."

Xia Ningxi tightened her grip on the crotch. Although she had long known that Huo Nanxiao's feelings for Xia Wanwan were different, her heart still couldn't help but clench when she heard him defend Xia Wanwan so fiercely. She didn't know if it was heartache.

A sense of emptiness and powerlessness almost enveloped Xia Ningxi. She took a deep breath and said to Huo Nanxiao, "Take good care of her."

Huo Nanxiao said, "Come with me to see her."

"No, I have other things to do."

Xia Ningxi declined his invitation and quickly went downstairs.

By the time everyone was leaving get off work, the hospital was much less crowded.

Xia Ningxi encountered Lin Jiangbei, who was taking a walk on the first floor. He was being supported by Tang En, and he was walking with difficulty, taking one step at a time.

"Hey, sister-in-law, you're off work!" Lin Jiangbei waved excitedly at Xia Ningxi.

Xia Ningxi, who was already in a bad mood, blushed bright red when she heard him say that. She scolded him, "Don't talk nonsense."

"I'm not making this up. You're my sister-in-law now that you've married my older brother, aren't you?" Lin Jiangbei asked.

Xia Ningxi replied seriously, "I married Ling Xiao to register our child's birth. We're not a proper couple, so don't call me that."

Lin Jiangbei said, "Isn't it the same? We've already got our marriage certificate, so you're my sister-in-law. I just saw Huo Nanxiao go inside. Guess who moved in? It was Xia Wanwan! Didn't expect that, did you!"

"I really didn't expect... that you'd still have the mood to gossip about other people's family affairs even when you're so sick," Xia Ningxi added slowly.

Lin Jiangbei chuckled: "Loving to gossip is a characteristic of people in Lingcheng. Let me tell you, I heard that Xia Wanwan suddenly fell seriously ill because she was abused. I guess it was her family who did it, so she didn't dare to say a word when the police came."

"You know quite a lot," Xia Ningxi retorted.

Lin Jiangbei: "Don't let my serious illness fool you, I'm on the front lines of gossip. And I've also heard that because Xia Wanwan is having second thoughts, Huo Nanxiao has given up on divorcing her. Sister, you can only be my sister-in-law now."

Xia Ningxi poked his cheek: "Stop talking nonsense. I've already told you, I'm not familiar with your older brother."

"You'll get to know each other better if you spend more time together and meet more often," Lin Jiangbei said in a nonchalant manner.

Xia Ningxi said to Tang En, "Hurry up and send him back. Don't let him come out and spread rumors all day long."

Tang En deftly put Lin Jiangbei back into his wheelchair.

"I haven't finished speaking yet," Lin Jiangbei retorted.

Don said, "Don't provoke her. Can't you see she's in a bad mood today?"

"I can see that. She's in a bad mood because Huo Nanxiao isn't going to divorce her. I'm just trying to comfort her, aren't I? And what about my older brother? He's handsome, rich, doesn't have any mistresses, and doesn't philander. He's a really good person. She should really consider settling down with my older brother."

Lin Jiangbei's words were filled with anguish; he was practically begging for Ling Xiao's unparalleled goodness.

Don covered his mouth immediately, saying, "You talk too much."

"Waaah, I'm a patient, what are you doing? Are you trying to rebel?" Lin Jiangbei struggled.

Tang En said, "There are plenty of people pursuing Xia Ningxi. No matter how many times it happens, it won't be your brother's turn. You're dreaming."

"What? You're interested in my sister-in-law too? I'm warning you, she's already married to my brother. Even if you're colleagues, it's not allowed. Stay away from my sister-in-law, I'll be keeping an eye on you." Lin Jiangbei became more and more agitated as he spoke.

Xia Ningxi was speechless. Holding her throbbing temples, she said to Tang En, "Let's send him back."

"Alright." Tang En was very quick; Lin Jiangbei disappeared in the blink of an eye.

With no one chattering away beside her, Xia Ningxi's mind finally had some peace and quiet.

She walked on the deserted cobblestone path, feeling the different undulations under her feet, and her mood became somewhat heavy.

She didn't know why, perhaps she still had feelings for Huo Nanxiao, which was why she paid attention to everything related to Huo Nanxiao.

She walked to an empty bench, picked up a fallen flower, and smelled it. "It smells quite nice."

Do you like magnolia flowers?

A deep, magnetic voice came from behind me.

Xia Ningxi turned around and realized that Ling Xiao was also there.

"What are you doing here?" Xia Ningxi asked in surprise.

Ling Xiao said, "I got separated from Jiang Bei and ended up here without realizing it."

Xia Ningxi pointed to the exit: "That's the inpatient department. You can go this way."

Ling Xiao did not move.

"It seems you have something on your mind," Xia Ningxi said.

Ling Xiao said, "No. However, I can tell you're in a bad mood today. Is it because of Huo Nanxiao?"

"No," Xia Ningxi denied.

Ling Xiao said, "I've been in business for many years, and I can see through what ordinary people are thinking at a glance."

“Since Mr. Ling is so perceptive, he should know that I don’t like others reopening my wounds,” Xia Ningxi said.

Ling Xiao broke off a magnolia flower and placed it in her palm: "Proper pruning is essential for long-term success."