Wrongful convictions overturned
No one slept well that night.
Zhou Chenjin was busy until sunrise, confirming that everyone at the scene had been arrested by the police under pressure from Liu Ruyi, before she could finally find time to visit the two victims at the hospital.
The police came and took a statement from Chen Xiaojing, who had regained consciousness. Zhang Renyin stayed with her, as her injured finger made it difficult for her to do many things by herself.
"Xiaojing, how are you?" Zhou Chenjin rushed into the ward, then slowed her pace after spotting Ma Dou catching up on sleep. "Are you alright?"
"Thank goodness you arrived in time. The alcohol poisoning wasn't too severe and didn't cause any harm to your body." Chen Xiaojing smiled and handed half a steamed bun to Zhou Chenjin. "You must have been busy all night and haven't eaten anything. The hospital breakfast is a bit simple."
Zhou Chenjin took it and immediately asked, "Is Hua Nian still waiting for someone to pick her up in the ICU?"
Zhang Renyin glanced at his watch: "I've rested since I came back, and I took turns with that Xiao Ma. Now, people from Yu Yan's company keep trying to get close to us, but we haven't let them. It's safer to have our own people guarding us."
Zhou Chenjin nodded: "Xiaojing, I have notified Yu Yan's family. I estimate that she should be here soon. We still need to discuss some follow-up matters with her family."
Her meaning was clear, and Chen Xiaojing understood immediately. She took out her phone and sent a message to Xu Yan, asking her to bring Yang Ning's mother over sometime.
"She's still in City B after nine years."
"She definitely went home, but after all, her only son died nine years ago. What a blow that must have been. She was unwilling to accept that her son's death ended in an accident. It's perfectly normal for her to stay in City B and wait for the outcome."
After sending the message, Chen Xiaojing tossed aside the new phone Zhang Renyin had just bought for her: "Has the Umbrella been unearthed yet?"
“Just like nine years ago. The chairman of the R Country Standing Committee, director Zhu Wei’s grandfather.” Zhou Chenjin nodded. “Liu Ruyi has already gone on a killing spree. It seems that at least this position will change hands.”
Fu Huanian knocked on the ward door: "He's awake. He wants to see Chen Xiaojing."
Fan Rong helped her put on the sterile gown and accompanied Chen Xiaojing into the ICU.
Yu Yan was fully conscious, and although she still had tubes inserted into her body, at least she was out of danger.
"How are you...?"
Chen Xiaojing was surprised that the first thing this seriously injured soldier said to her was to comfort her. She answered truthfully, "It's nothing serious, just a superficial injury. I'll be fine after a while."
He glanced around: "This place must be expensive. How am I supposed to pay..."
Chen Xiaojing bent down and patiently told him, "Focus on healing your injury first. Once you're recovered, if you still want to work in the entertainment industry, I'll find a good team to ensure your stardom; if you don't want to work in the entertainment industry anymore, we'll also guarantee your safety before you return to your hometown."
"You... saved... my life..."
Chen Xiaojing laughed: "I've heard that Huawei is planning to shoot a promotional video. I've heard that you've directed music videos before. Maybe you'd be willing to do me a favor... of course, without charge."
He forced a smile: "You trust me that much."
"Of course I believe you. Your skills and reputation are excellent in the industry." Chen Xiaojing winked at Zhou Chenjin, who was watching closely through the glass window. "Take good care of yourself. Your family will be here soon."
Fan Rong glanced at his watch: "It's time, Mr. Yu. If your condition stabilizes tonight, you can be transferred to a regular ward."
As they left the ICU, Zhou Chenjin stood at the door with her arms crossed: "Great writer, how did you know HW was planning to shoot a promotional video?"
“I accidentally saw your phone pop up.”
"oh."
"Anyway, there's no rush. It would cost you a lot of money to hire anyone, so you might as well do him a favor," Chen Xiaojing said with a grin. "That way, he won't feel so guilty."
"Zhou Chenjin, stay with Xiaojing for a while, I have something to take care of." Zhang Renyin walked over from a distance, her steps hurried. "I'll be back in about two hours."
"Oh well."
The online outcry has intensified to the point of widespread condemnation. IP addresses from all over the country are demanding that the perpetrator issue a convincing statement.
Shangshui Luoying's recent Weibo post has seen a surge in comments, with many hoping she will come forward and reveal the truth.
Zhou Chenjin sat down on the edge of the hospital bed with her phone in hand: "You speak, I'll type it."
"The same truth as nine years ago."
Nine characters, exactly as they were, sent.
Zhou Chenjin's pre-arranged online army boosted the popularity of her post to over a million views. Yang Ning's true fans, who had been forced to disappear for a long time, realized the implication and left comments in the comment section to mourn the fallen hero.
"I've said it before: the popularity I have is my last resort."
Chen Xiaojing laughed: "Yang Ning, who was forcibly forced to die in a drunken accident nine years ago, has finally met her end."
Zhou Chenjin nodded and turned around to help her peel the oranges.
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