The thought of being nearly fifty years old and having to move to a different city and start all over again made Lin Haoran want to cry.
Lin Zhe naturally understood Lin Haoran's bitterness. He had grown up in Haichang since childhood, and if he could, who would willingly leave their hometown? He asked his father:
"Is there really no other way? Is the Lin family destined to go bankrupt?"
Lin Haoran sighed and said:
"This is the worst-case scenario. I don't know how capable Lin An really is, but now that he knows, if you want his life, he definitely won't let you go."
"As for the Lin family, none of them treated him well in the past, sigh..."
Lin Haoran didn't continue speaking, but Lin Zhe already understood what he was trying to say.
The father had considered asking Lin An for leniency, but when Lin An was at home, they bullied and humiliated him, and after Lin An left home, they repeatedly caused him trouble.
Now that it's come to a life-or-death situation, it's too late to beg Lin An! Even if Lin Haoran is thick-skinned and has a strong mentality, he knows that this path is a dead end.
Now that things have come to this, we can only think of a way out.
Lin Zhe pondered for a moment and suggested, "When he was admitted to the hospital, didn't my eldest sister go to see him? How about having her plead for him?"
"Your eldest sister has run away from home, but I'll go talk to her after I see you off."
Lin Haoran was confident that he could control Lin Wan. His eldest daughter was very capable and had many advantages, but she had a fatal weakness: she wanted to prove that she was better and more reliable than her son, and she tried hard to gain her parents' approval and love.
"Yes, I hope my eldest sister can keep Lin An calm."
"That would be best. Once you get to the capital, take good care of yourself. If you have the chance, you can contact Jiang Mian. Doesn't she like you?"
Lin Zhe's eyes dimmed as he thought of Jiang Mian. How could Jiang Mian be willing to be with him now that he was in such a terrible state?
Not only has he lost a leg, but his fertility may not be able to return to normal, and he may be unable to have sex. No woman would want to be widowed by a man who is impotent.
Seeing that his son remained silent, Lin Haoran patted him on the shoulder and encouraged him:
“A good woman is afraid of a persistent man. Since she has feelings for you, there is still a chance. If you can get close to the Jiang family, you will definitely be able to build a career in the capital.”
"Also, never mention to Zhang Wanru that you went to Beijing with Yang Li. Her brother seems to be doing quite well in Beijing. Zhang Wanru has raised you for so many years and has feelings for you, so don't easily fall out with her."
Lin Zhe agreed wholeheartedly and replied, "Don't worry, Dad, I know Zhang Wanru very well and know how to get along with her."
"Hmm, I reckon she still has tens of millions left. Try to appease her."
When Lin Zhe heard that Zhang Wanru still had money, a hint of joy welled up in his eyes.
At that moment, Yang Li and Fang Hong were cautiously eavesdropping at the door of the ward.
"Brother Hong, can you hear what they're saying?"
"I can't hear them, their voices are too soft."
Following Xu Mo's instructions, the detective agency's staff had been following Yang Li, observing her every move from a short distance away.
Lin Haoran gave Lin Zhe all the instructions he could before he felt at ease.
He opened the ward door and saw Yang Li and Fang Hong's heads pressed together. He knew they were eavesdropping and secretly rejoiced that he had kept his voice down the whole time.
“Lily, I’ve discussed it with Xiao Zhe. The medical conditions in Beijing are better, so we’ve decided to transfer him to Peking Union Medical College Hospital. You’re his mother, so I’m leaving this to you. Go with him.”
Yang Li quickly asked, "And what about you?"
Although she didn't know what had happened to the Lin family, the fact that her son had been beaten so badly and her father was also covered in injuries gave her a sense that something serious had happened. She hoped that Lin Haoran would tell her what had happened, as he always had, and share his innermost thoughts with her.
Lin Haoran clearly didn't have the time or inclination for that at the moment, and simply replied perfunctorily:
"I have company business to attend to and don't have time to go. You should hurry up and get Xiao Zhe transferred to another hospital. We should leave for Beijing today."
Looking at the charred Yang Li, Lin Haoran realized she had lost all her former beauty. In his eyes, she was less attractive than the old lady sweeping the hospital. He automatically changed her from his mistress to the mother of his child.
Seeing Lin Haoran's impatient expression, Fang Hong, who was standing to the side, interjected:
"Brother-in-law, don't worry about your work, I'll take care of things."
"Then I'll have to trouble you, cousin."
Lin Haoran spoke politely, but his eyes revealed a look of disdain for the country folk. He thought to himself that these lowly rural people had nothing better to do than come to the city to curry favor with their rich relatives. He suggested that they should use their time to work on construction sites and earn more money.
He glanced at Fang Hong a few more times, feeling a little strange. He had never seen him before, but his face looked familiar, though he couldn't quite place it.
Lin Haoran didn't want to waste time on these trivial matters, so he didn't think too much about it and hurriedly said goodbye to Yang Li: "I'm leaving Xiao Zhe in your care. I have to go to the company. I'll be going now."
Lin Haoran turned and left the ward.
At the same hospital, Lin Rou was rushed into the operating room.
Because of Lin Haoran's kick, she lost her baby, but she still needs to undergo a D&C procedure to ensure there are no remnants and to prevent further bleeding.
Butler Li stayed with Zhang Wanru outside the operating room.
Zhang Wanru hated Lin Haoran intensely. What kind of man was he if he couldn't even guarantee her a life of luxury?
She also hated herself for choosing the wrong side. She had given birth to a promising child, yet she pushed him away time and time again, raising the child for the mistress like a fool.
However, things have already progressed to this point, and there's no use in regretting it now. The most important thing right now is to make money! Make as much money as possible!
She couldn't get her hands on the money in the Lin family company's public account, and the Lin family villa was also under Lin Haoran's name. All she could get her hands on were the things and furniture inside the Lin family villa.
When the Lin family renovated their home, Lin Tianyou was still alive. It was the Lin family's heyday. All the furniture was made of mahogany, and the paintings and ornaments in the house were also very valuable and could be sold for a good price.
Zhang Wanru said to the butler beside her, "Butler Li, find me a truck, and I need it quickly!"
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