“That’s true, but why didn’t you clarify?” Lian Xiao stared into her eyes. “If you had clarified things as soon as they came out, it wouldn’t have blown up like this. Otherwise, the higher-ups would have sent people down to investigate in the next day or two.”
"If you're going to investigate, then investigate. Let's find out who wrote the whistleblower letter."
Xu Xinghe remained completely unfazed. She was determined to drag Wang Zhizhi into this mess. To think she could get away with harming someone and then remain unscathed was a pipe dream!
Lian Xiao handed over the lunchbox in his hand, "It's nothing more than that Wang Zhizhi. She stole your clothes and people found out, and then your identity was exposed. Do you even need to think about it? You're really stupid! Here, this is what you'll eat tonight. If Jiang Linchuan doesn't bring you food, I will. As for the cafeteria, don't go there for now."
Even if Xu Xinghe is truly upright and has nothing to fear, not everyone can stand those strange looks.
This is not something she should have to bear.
She's so delicate; she should be protected in an ivory tower, sheltered from the wind and rain.
"Thanks." Xu Xinghe wouldn't refuse a meal delivered to her door. She went inside and brought out two apples. "I brought them from Shanghai. Here, take them."
Apple again.
Thinking of the sweet taste on the train, Lian Xiao reached out and took it, "Let's go back."
It was so cold that her little nose turned red from the cold.
Xu Xinghe happily carried the food back home.
Lian Xiao looked at the light that had come on inside the room, then at Apple, and sneered, seemingly directed at someone, "Mind your own business."
That night.
The military headquarters was silent.
the next day.
Political Commissar Wang arrived at the office early.
He waited and waited, but Jiang Linchuan still didn't appear.
Didn't he go to see Xu Xinghe yesterday?
They should have rushed to submit the report this morning.
After that, there's a medical check-up and various procedures; three days is the fastest I can go.
Political Commissar Wang glanced at his watch again; it was nearly noon.
If we delay any longer, there won't be enough time.
He simply stood up, put his hands behind his back, and went to Jiang Linchuan's office.
There was no one inside.
He went to the drill ground again.
Still no one.
Left with no other option, Political Commissar Wang stopped a soldier and asked, "Where's Lin Chuan?"
"Reporting to the political commissar, Commander Jiang left early this morning, and we are currently being led by Deputy Wang."
"He went there by himself?"
"Yes, I was on guard at the gate at the time. Commander Jiang drove away alone."
What is he going out to do?
Could it be... that Xu Xinghe doesn't agree to the marriage?
So he went to think of other ways?
Commissar Wang really wanted to have a serious talk with Xu Xinghe, but this was a matter between young people, involving their marriage, and it wasn't appropriate for him, an outsider, to get involved.
Never mind, let's wait and see.
They waited until nightfall.
Jiang Linchuan has not returned, and Xu Xinghe has been staying at home.
Apart from the rumors circulating outside, everything seems to be the same as before.
Political Commissar Wang slammed his fist on the table in anger, "Time to go home! They're not even worried themselves, so I'm not going to care anymore!"
Under Xu Xinghe's deliberate indulgence.
Rumors about her being a capitalist's daughter circulated for two whole days.
She didn't go out. Sometimes Lian Xiao would bring her food, sometimes Jiang Linchuan, and even Li Xingzhou came and offered to help, but she chased him away.
As for Wang Zhizhi, she probably felt guilty and didn't dare to come.
The third day.
The investigation team finally arrived.
The group of five entered the military headquarters, but instead of going to find Political Commissar Wang, they went straight to the small courtyard where Xu Xinghe lived, and sent only one person to inform him.
Upon hearing the news, Political Commissar Wang immediately stood up, saying, "This is against the rules!"
The young man who came to deliver the message smiled slightly, completely ignoring his words. "This is also to prevent anyone from tipping off others. By the way, Jiang Linchuan is Xu Xinghe's fiancé, right? No matter where he is, send someone over. He will need to cooperate with the investigation."
"Tip her in?" Political Commissar Wang's face turned ashen with anger. If it weren't for the other party's status, he would have slammed his fist on the table long ago. "This has been going on for two days! If we really wanted to tip her off, she would have run away long ago! Watch your words!"
The other party is completely unyielding.
Without saying much, Political Commissar Wang grabbed his coat and hurried to the courtyard.
If Jiang Linchuan can't come up with a good solution, he'll risk his reputation to save the person temporarily!
At the same time, those who heard the news rushed there.
When Xu Xinghe opened the door, there were already quite a few people standing outside.
However, only the five members of the investigation team and Political Commissar Wang were actually allowed to enter the hospital.
Jiang Linchuan hasn't arrived yet; he's probably on his way.
The middle-aged man leading the investigation team fixed his gaze on Xu Xinghe's face. "You're Xu Xinghe? The Xu family, the richest family in Shanghai, right?"
Xu Xinghe nodded obediently, "Yes, it used to be."
The man narrowed his eyes slightly, his voice icy, "Used to be? What does that mean? Little girl, you'd better tell us the truth."
The Xu family should be the richest family in Shanghai right now.
He had not heard of the Xu family's bankruptcy.
However, he had already seen the information about the Xu couple's passing.
Xu Xinghe remained completely calm, even maintaining a polite smile throughout, appearing both well-behaved and adorable. "It's cold outside, everyone, please come inside to talk. Political Commissar Wang, you can come in too."
Those outside were somewhat disappointed to see them all go inside, but none of them left.
This was the first time something like this had happened in the military, and everyone wanted to see how it would end.
A moment later, Jiang Linchuan arrived.
He didn't even glance at the crowd before walking straight in.
"Hey, do you guys think Xu Xinghe might be taken away for investigation?"
"Who knows? Didn't you hear her admit that she's from the Xu family, the richest family in Shanghai? I doubt it."
"Without a second thought, they'll definitely be taken away for investigation. Someone that rich must be a capitalist!"
Ten minutes later.
The door opened again.
Political Commissar Wang was the first to come out, his face beaming with joy, unable to stop smiling.
Everyone was stunned for a moment, staring at each other, completely bewildered.
This isn't a good thing, so why is Political Commissar Wang smiling so happily?
Next came the five members of the investigation team.
They were all laughing happily, a far cry from the seriousness and heaviness they had shown when they arrived.
Next was Xu Xinghe
Her little face was rosy, her eyes were bright and clear, and she was also smiling.
That's really strange!
What's going on here?
Some people couldn't contain their curiosity and couldn't help but step forward.
The next second, he immediately stepped back.
Jiang Linchuan, who was last to appear, looked directly at everyone. His expression remained unchanged, and his aura was extremely strong, making it impossible to tell whether he was happy or angry.
Political Commissar Wang turned his head and, upon seeing so many people, his smile immediately vanished.
The same applies to the investigation team.
Political Commissar Wang coughed twice. "The investigation is still ongoing. Go do what you're supposed to do, and don't come here to watch the show."
Xu Xinghe even had the composure to turn around and smile at the crowd before following behind.
Standing in the middle of the crowd, Wang Zhizhi saw that smile and her heart skipped a beat; she suddenly had a bad feeling.
How...how can she still laugh?!
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