"More than just acquaintances."
Huo Yusen pulled up a transfer record: "My second uncle's company has invested 50 million yuan in Tianxiang Pharmaceutical in the last three months, ostensibly for new drug research and development. But in reality, this money ultimately flowed into a secret account of the Netherworld Cult."
Huo Yuwei's face turned ugly. "So, in order to seize power, Second Uncle actually colluded with a heretical cult like the Netherworld Cult?!"
“It seems so.” Huo Yusen nodded. “Moreover, I suspect that my second uncle might be another informant of the Netherworld Cult in Beijing, or even… a high-ranking member.”
The room fell into dead silence.
This conjecture is too bold, but if it comes true, then the nature of the matter will be completely different.
Old Madam Huo trembled with rage, "That unfilial son! How dare he, how dare he!!!"
Madam Ji quickly supported her, "Madam, please don't get agitated, your health is the most important thing."
Qiqi quickly jumped off the chair and ran to Madam Huo's side, gently patting her back with her little hand.
"Grandma, don't get angry. Getting angry will only make the bad guys happy." As she spoke, she took a pill out of her bag and put it into Old Madam Huo's mouth.
This was a Heart-Protecting Pill that she had specially made for Old Madam Huo. She had used up all her other pills and hadn't had time to make any more, so she still had some Heart-Protecting Pills left.
The elixir melted upon entering the mouth, transforming into a warm current that permeated the limbs and bones.
Madam Huo felt much better after venting her frustration. Looking at the obedient Qiqi, her emotions calmed down a bit.
"Qiqi is right, Grandma isn't angry. Xiao Jiu, you said you have a solution, what is it?"
A cold glint flashed in Huo Yusen's eyes. "Since Second Uncle wants to get rid of me, then we'll give him that chance."
“You mean,” Huo Yuwei understood, “that you pretend to be seriously injured in an assassination attempt to lure him into a trap?”
“Yes.” Huo Yusen nodded. “The assassin was captured last night, and my second uncle must be very uneasy now. If we spread the word that I am seriously injured and unconscious, and my life is in danger, he will definitely take action.”
Qiqi asked worriedly, "But Brother Xiao Jiu, isn't this too dangerous?"
“Don’t worry, we’ll be fully prepared,” Huo Yuwei said. “Xiao Jiu will be moved to a safe house, and we’ll claim to the outside world that he’s in the intensive care unit. Security at the villa will be increased to create a tight-knit illusion. Once Uncle Er makes a move, we’ll catch him red-handed.”
Huo Yusen added, "Moreover, we can use this opportunity to see who else is behind Second Uncle. If he really is colluding with the Netherworld Cult, then we might be able to use him to lure out other members of the Netherworld Cult."
To be honest, this plan is risky, but it could be a way to break the deadlock.
Madam Huo remained silent for a long time, weighing the pros and cons of the matter.
After much thought, I realized it would be difficult to find a better method.
Finally, she sighed and said, "Xiao Jiu, Grandma knows you are a very opinionated and intelligent child, and Grandma supports your decision. But you must promise Grandma that you will ensure your safety."
Old Madam Huo's eyes reddened slightly. "Grandma can't bear to lose anything more, you know?"
The repeated blows of parents outliving their children have revealed a deep fear and vulnerability in this once powerful and influential old man, which is heartbreaking.
Huo Yuwei and Huo Yusen felt a sudden tightness in their chests and grasped the old man's hands, one on each side.
"Don't worry, Grandma, we will definitely protect our safety."
***
At 10 a.m. the next day, a shocking news story about a wealthy family in Beijing suddenly emerged.
The Huo family issued a statement saying that the patriarch, Huo Yusen, was attacked by an unknown force last night and was seriously injured.
He is currently in critical condition and his life hangs in the balance in the intensive care unit of Beijing No. 1 Hospital.
The news sent shockwaves through Beijing's high society.
The Huo family's business partners, competitors, relatives and friends called to inquire, and the media also flocked to the scene.
Huo Yuwei, acting as the interim spokesperson, consistently responded to all media inquiries with "the situation is unclear, and rescue efforts are underway."
His solemn expression was sensationalized by reporters and the media, giving the impression that Huo Yusen was seriously injured and might be about to die.
The overwhelming news coverage heightened the atmosphere, with almost everyone saying that the Huo family was about to face another major upheaval.
Meanwhile, the real Hoyson had been secretly moved to a safe house in a special department.
Qiqi, Madam Ji, and Old Madam Huo also moved to a manor owned by the Huo family in the suburbs, citing that they were "frightened and needed to rest."
Huo Yuwei was left alone, overwhelmed and exhausted, guarding the Huo family's old mansion.
At 2 p.m., Huo Mingyuan, the second uncle of the Huo family, couldn't wait any longer and came to the door.
He looked anxious, and as soon as he entered the villa, he asked, "How is Xiao Jiu? How could this happen?"
Huo Yuwei watched his performance with a cold eye, putting on an act of exhaustion and worry, a look of collapse that he had to endure, and asked in a complicated tone, "He's still being rescued, how come Uncle has time to come over?"
"With something this serious happening, how could I not come?" Huo Mingyuan sighed. "Xiao Jiu is still so young, how could she... Sigh, your eldest brother and sister-in-law also passed away suddenly in an accident, as did your other brothers and sisters. It's only because you were lucky enough to escape death. But now Xiao Jiu is here too... What a terrible thing our Huo family has done!"
He wiped away non-existent tears from the corners of his eyes, delivering an acting performance worthy of an award-winning actor.
If Huo Yuwei hadn't known his true colors beforehand, he would have thought he was a kind second uncle who was genuinely concerned for his nephew.
Huo Yuwei sneered inwardly, but remained outwardly calm. "Second Uncle, to be honest, I think someone is definitely targeting our Huo family from the shadows."
Huo Mingyuan's heart skipped a beat. "Why do you say that? Did you find out something?"
Huo Yuwei shook his head, subtly glancing at the fleeting guilt in Huo Yuwei's eyes. "No, it's just a feeling."
“Awei, your identity is special and your professional acumen is very high. Your second uncle believes that you would not fabricate something out of nothing.”
Huo Mingyuan breathed a sigh of relief and patted Huo Yuwei on the shoulder. "However, our Huo family is so large and powerful that there are many families and companies that want to target us and drag us down. It's really hard to determine who is behind this right now. Your second uncle will try to find out. If I find out who is behind this, your second uncle will be the first to not let them off the hook! By the way, Yuwei, can I go see Xiao Jiu?"
"Second Uncle, you're too kind. We'll have to trouble you with this matter." Huo Yuwei thanked him gratefully first, then added, "As for visiting... the doctor said that Xiao Jiu's condition is still unstable, and no one is allowed to visit her, not even me, so..."
“I understand, I understand.” Huo Mingyuan nodded, then changed the subject, “But Awei, with Xiao Jiu like this, the Huo family can’t be without someone in charge. You just came back from the army and aren’t familiar with business, so why don’t you let me temporarily…”
The fox's tail has finally been revealed.
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