Zhan Xiuwen looked innocent. "Sister-in-law, how could you think of me like that? Back then, my men took it upon themselves to harm Jingting, which crippled him and forced him into a wheelchair. That's why I was expelled from the country. Now that Jingting has stood up again, my crime doesn't warrant death. Of course I can come back."
"The capital is my root. Even fallen leaves can return to their roots, so why can't I come back?"
Ruan Wanyi sneered, "You don't need to pretend in front of me. I'll say it here: whether it was back then or now, I will protect my son without hesitation. If you dare to scheme against him again, I'll fight you to the death! I may not be able to defeat you, but at least I can die with you!"
“Sister-in-law, your words are a bit too harsh.” Zhan Xiuwen shook his head helplessly. “Forget it, it’s really tiring for me to communicate with a woman like you. Where’s Jingting? Tell him to come see me. We haven’t seen each other for many years, it’s time for us to catch up.”
"Jing Ting doesn't have time to see you. You can leave now."
"I heard Jingting got married and had a child. That's wonderful news! I wanted to congratulate him in person. I'm an elder, after all. He should at least come out to see me, right?"
"I told you, Jing Ting doesn't have time to see a murderer like you," Ruan Wanyi said coldly. "You can go now, or I'll call my bodyguards."
Zhan Xiuwen stood up. "Alright, sister-in-law, you're not in a good mood today, so I won't stay any longer. Let's get together another day."
"I can't afford your bird's nest, take it away."
"Okay, don't be angry, I'll take it right away." Zhan Xiuwen said with a smile, "Sister-in-law, I believe we'll meet again soon."
After everyone left, Ruan Wanyi immediately instructed the maid, "Disinfect all the places he just stepped on and sat on!"
"Yes, madam."
Ruan Wanyi originally wanted to talk to Zhan Jingting, but after thinking about it again, she gave up.
She felt sorry for her son and didn't want to bother him with this kind of person.
What Ruan Wanyi didn't expect was that Zhan Xiuwen would make a move so quickly!
A few days later, a senior member of the Zhan family arrived at Wutong Bay.
Ruan Wanyi came out to greet him, "Elder Zhan, what brings you here?"
"Come see Jingting." Old Zhan sat down, leaning on his cane. "Where is Jingting?"
"Jingting is upstairs, I'll have someone go and call him right away."
Ruan Wanyi turned her head and glanced at Zheng Ma, who immediately turned around and went upstairs.
Ruan Wanyi personally poured tea for Elder Zhan, saying, "Please have some tea."
"Thanks."
Ruan Wanyi wasn't stupid; she quickly guessed what was going on and asked, "Zhan Xiuwen has returned. Was it with your permission?"
Instead of answering, Zhan Lao asked, "When did Jing Ting's leg fully heal?"
"It was just recently."
"Why so suddenly?" Old Zhan looked puzzled. "There wasn't a word from him, and he just stood up all of a sudden? I suspect he's been better for a while now and has just been faking it."
Ruan Wanyi immediately said, "Elder Zhan, I don't like hearing you say that. Why is Jing Ting pretending?"
"I was just asking a question, why are you getting so worked up?"
"Who would like to sit in a wheelchair? Our Jingting doesn't need to."
"Why not?" Old Master Zhan said. "Back then, it was because Jing Ting was crippled that the Zhan family took it upon themselves to expel Zhan Xiuwen from the capital. If Jing Ting was faking it, then the punishment would be too harsh for Zhan Xiuwen."
Instead of being angry, Ruan Wanyi laughed, "Even if our Jingting had actually been in a wheelchair for so many years, and even if he weren't disabled, shouldn't Zhan Xiuwen be punished for trying to kill Jingting? Being kicked out of the capital is already the lightest punishment!"
“Wanyi, you are Jingting’s mother, so it’s only natural that you would think of him in every way. But as the eldest member of the Zhan family, I need to consider the development of the entire family. As you know, Jingting is 24 years old this year, and he only has six years left. In these six years, I must cultivate a new generation of leaders to take over the Zhan family.”
"Who told you my son only has six years left!" Ruan Wanyi suddenly lost control of her emotions. "I won't allow anyone to curse my son!"
"Wanyi, I'm just stating the facts, how did it become a curse?" Old Master Zhan was quite displeased. "I have no business talking to a woman like you. Let Jingting come see me."
Just as Ruan Wanyi was about to speak, Zhan Jingting's low, cold voice suddenly came from behind her, "What do you want?"
Ruan Wanyi turned her head and saw Huo Junlin striding downstairs.
She was stunned, and tears streamed down her face uncontrollably!
Zhan Jingting was only seventeen years old when he was in a car accident. Although he survived the ordeal, he has been in a wheelchair ever since!
She never knew that her son was so tall and strong!
Looking at Zhan Jingting who had walked up to him, Old Master Zhan couldn't help but sigh, "He looks like your grandfather, and he also looks like your father, Jingting. Before he passed away, your grandfather told me to take good care of his descendants. Now that I see you standing up again, I can finally give him an explanation."
Zhan Jingting smiled faintly and sat down on the sofa opposite him. "You came here today, surely it wasn't just to give my grandfather an explanation?"
"Did you hear what your mother and I just said?"
"I don't need to hear it. I know perfectly well that Zhan Xiuwen's return will inevitably stir up a storm in the Zhan family."
“Jingting, in recent years, under your leadership, the Zhan family has reached a new peak. You have done very well, even surpassing your predecessors. Neither your grandfather nor your father could compare to you.” Old Master Zhan sighed. “But heaven is jealous of talent, and your lineage has never been able to break through that terrible curse.”
"That's why I have to prepare early, because one day the Zhan family will not be without a leader."
“Yes, my grandfather and my father both passed away at the prime of their lives, which is truly a pity.” Zhan Jingting smiled faintly and said, “When I turn thirty, I am destined to follow in their footsteps.”
Ruan Wanyi said anxiously, "Jingting, you mustn't talk nonsense! You'll be alright!"
Zhan Jingting raised his hand, signaling her to be quiet.
Ruan Wanyi then forced herself to shut her mouth.
Zhan Jingting crossed his long legs, leaned back lazily in his chair, and said in a low voice, "Actually, my ambitions lie elsewhere. If Zhan Xiuwen hadn't driven my mother and me to the brink of despair back then, I might have been willing to hand over the position of power. It's just a pity that he was too impatient and eager to kill me. Naturally, I can't let such a person get away with it."
"Since I only have a few years left, it is only natural for the Zhan family to want to prepare in advance and select a new successor. I have no objection."
Ruan Wanyi looked at Zhan Jingting in disbelief, "Jingting, are you crazy?"
Zhan Jingting turned to look at her. "Mom, I'll make this decision myself. Don't interfere."
"Jingting, do you really think so?" Even Elder Zhan was quite surprised.
"I always keep my word."
Old Zhan breathed a sigh of relief, then picked up his teacup and drank some tea. "Good, I'm relieved to hear you say that."
Zhan Jingting looked at him and said, "In that case, convene a family meeting as soon as possible and announce my son as the new heir of the Zhan family."
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