Logically speaking, the assassins wouldn't run away, since their families were all under Shen Shichang's control.
But this assassin was an exception; his family had just passed away, and he was all alone.
On his way back to the Shen family, he learned that Shen Shi'en had been discharged from the hospital and also keenly sensed that Shen Shichang wanted to kill him to silence him.
So, on the way, he killed the servants of the Shen family who were holding him hostage and escaped by jumping out of the carriage.
Upon hearing this news, Shen Shichang was furious, and at the same time, his heart was filled with panic.
If this assassin goes to Shen Shi'en to complain, I'm afraid I'll be finished!
"Useless! A bunch of useless trash! What are you all good for?!"
Shen Shichang was both anxious and angry, pacing back and forth in the room.
The butler knelt on the ground, trembling, "Sir, it was my fault for not performing my duties properly. Please punish me!"
Shen Shichang said irritably, "What's the use of punishing you? Even if I kill you, will that solve the problem? If Shen Shi'en finds out the truth, do you think anyone in our household will be able to escape?!"
The steward couldn't help but shudder. He had served Shen Shichang for so many years and knew Shen Shi'en well. To outsiders, Lord Shen appeared kind and gentle, but he knew he was a ruthless character! He never showed mercy to his enemies. After all, he was a veteran of the battlefield, clear about right and wrong, and decisive in killing!
At this moment, the butler had a sudden inspiration and said, "Sir, there's only one way left!"
Shen Shichang frowned. "What's the solution? Tell me quickly!"
"This assassin knows we won't let him go. If he wants to live, there's only one way out: go find Shen Shi'en. As long as we send someone to keep an eye on Shen Shi'en, we can prevent this from happening!"
Hearing this, Shen Shichang was slightly taken aback. "Shen Shi'en isn't stupid. If we send someone over now, wouldn't that be an obvious admission of guilt?"
The steward raised an eyebrow and said with a sneer, "Have you forgotten? The pawns we placed in the Marquis's residence can now be moved!"
Shen Shichang was slightly taken aback, then his eyes lit up. "I had almost forgotten, but a few years ago, you placed a pawn in the Shen residence. Now that person should have a place in the Marquis's mansion, right?"
The butler's lips curled into a slight, cold smile. "Don't worry, Lord Marquis. I've given him plenty of benefits over the years. He owns more than one property in Xidu alone. It's time to put him to good use!"
Shen Shichang nodded and said, "Very good. This time, we must do it cleanly and not leave any evidence!"
The butler quickly bowed, "Don't worry, sir, this time everything will be absolutely foolproof!"
...
The luxurious motorcade departed from the First Affiliated Hospital and returned in a grand procession to the Marquis's Mansion outside the pass.
Today is the big day that Lord Shen is being discharged from the hospital. Relatives, friends, and company shareholders who have heard the news have been waiting at the gate of the Shen family.
Shen Shi'en could have been discharged from the hospital two days earlier, but the Marquis always cared about his reputation, so he stayed in the hospital for two more days until his complexion had fully recovered and returned to his residence.
Also returning were Uncle Li, whose injuries had just begun to heal, and Fugui, who had regained consciousness after being injured.
Originally, the two needed to be hospitalized for observation, but Li Bozhong was devoted to serving the Marquis, so he insisted on coming back with him. Fugui was the same; after waking up, he insisted on returning to Shen Manshu's side. Shen Manshu couldn't persuade him otherwise, so she had to bring him back as well.
Squeak!
The car door opened, and Shen Shi'en slowly stepped out. Gazing at the magnificent gate, he was momentarily dazed.
Thinking back on the time I spent sick, from being in a coma to regaining consciousness, it really feels like a lifetime ago.
Now that I've recovered from a serious illness, I truly feel refreshed.
What touched him most deeply was that when facing death, he was helpless and alone, and worldly fame and fortune were like fleeting clouds.
Even the most illustrious families will eventually decline, and the title of Marquis is nothing but an empty name. Cherishing the present is the true meaning of life!
From now on, he will no longer be preoccupied with inheriting the title, nor will he worry about business. He only hopes to spend more time with his daughter and enjoy family life.
"Congratulations on your return, Lord Marquis!"
"Congratulations, Your Excellency, on your recovery from a serious illness!"
"We have brought gifts, and we hope that Your Excellency will accept them with pleasure!"
The bigwigs stepped forward one after another to present their gifts.
Shen Shi'en waved his hand dismissively, indicating that he was indifferent, and told the servant to accept the money.
These are all people who depend on the Shen family. Before, when the Shen family was on the verge of collapse, these people didn't step forward. Now that he has recovered, they are eager to curry favor. He naturally won't catch a cold.
"My lord, I have something to report!"
Just as Shen Shi'en was about to lead everyone back to the mansion, a cold-looking man with a scar on his face suddenly ran over from the side.
The man looked disheveled, as if he were injured, and stumbled and fell directly in front of Shen Shi'en.
"How dare you! Who are you?"
The surrounding guards immediately stepped forward and subdued the man.
The man quickly cried out, "My lord, I mean no harm. I've come here to tell you that someone is trying to assassinate you and Miss Shen!"
Wow!
Everyone's expression changed, and they all showed a look of surprise.
Although the news of the Shen family's assassination was not deliberately spread, quite a few people still knew about it.
This person actually appeared when Lord Shen returned to his residence. Could it be that he knows something inside?
Shen Shi'en was also slightly taken aback, and frowned as he asked, "Who are you? How do you know someone wants to assassinate me and Manshu?"
"I am Chen..."
Pfft!
Before the man could finish speaking, a figure suddenly darted out from the side and plunged a sharp dagger into his chest.
The man's eyes widened suddenly, and he looked up in disbelief at the person. A trickle of bright red blood flowed from the corner of his mouth. "You, you..."
thump!
Before he could finish speaking, the life in the man's eyes gradually faded, and he finally collapsed weakly to the ground.
Everyone was shocked and looked towards the assailant.
This was a man in his early twenties, slightly thin, and whose appearance bore a resemblance to the butler, Uncle Li, standing beside him.
He hurriedly bowed to Shen Shi'en and said in a panic, "My lord, please calm down. I was afraid this man would harm you, so I killed him. Please forgive me!"
This is Li Bo's son, Li Rui, who grew up in the mansion and is now also the steward of the Marquis's mansion.
At this moment, Shen Shi'en's expression was extremely ugly, and he said angrily, "He has already been subdued, what danger could he be in? You!"
This person clearly knew something and wanted to tell him the truth, but this kid ruined it. How could he not be angry?
Snap!
Seeing this, Old Li hurried over and slapped him hard, angrily saying, "You wretched child! Who told you to act on your own? Kneel down and apologize to the Marquis right now!"
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