Chapter 119 Showdown
Although Han Xi had long suspected that Bai Xue was no ordinary person, she did not expect that she would have an affair with Shen Jiheng's older brother.
Gu Hanxi nodded and said, "This woman always puts on a soft exterior to gain sympathy. Because my father doesn't acknowledge her as his illegitimate daughter, she always tries to get close to the Gu family."
"So that's why you've been targeting her all this time, even at the cost of her life."
Han Xi finally understood why she had tried to kill her so many times in the past.
"Yes, how could a woman as despicable as her be worthy of entering our Gu family? So she tried every means to seduce Brother Shen Jiheng, but since Shen Jiheng was always in Chongqing, she changed her target to Shen Zhaohua."
Since things had come to this point, Gu Hanxi had nothing left to hide, so she decided to lay everything out on the table.
Han Xi thought of something and asked, "Could it be that the person in the photo you got back then wasn't you, but Bai Xue?"
Gu Hanxi nodded in acknowledgment and recounted what had happened back then.
"That photo was taken by that bitch Bai Xue and Shen Zhaohua. When I found out that she was secretly plotting to marry into a wealthy family, I took people to find her and angrily pushed her into the sea. I didn't expect to be caught on the spot by Shen Jiheng."
Mentioning the events of that year feels like yesterday, Gu Hanxi sighed and continued.
“Shen Jiheng was also confused. He was deceived by that green tea. When he saw that I pushed her into the sea, he wanted me to pay with my life. I happened to have a photo of them together in my bag, and I was also pregnant, so I lied and said that I was pregnant with his brother’s child. At that time, his brother had just passed away. He spared my life in order to leave my child.”
Han Xi finally understood the real reason why Shen Jiheng imprisoned Gu Hanxi back then, and no wonder she would rather be punished more severely than tell the truth.
If Shen Jiheng found out about these things, her life would be in danger.
"So the kidnapping case four years ago had nothing to do with you."
Gu Hanxi firmly assured: "I can swear to God that I really have nothing to do with this. That bitch Bai Xue wanted to marry Shen Jiheng to get rid of you, so she would first get rid of your child. I'm just taking the blame for her."
It was indeed this vicious woman who did it, but the fact that she was injured at such a crucial moment made Han Xi even more suspicious.
Han Xi told her about the accident that happened to Bai Xue that morning, and Gu Hanxi excitedly said, "It's fake. This woman is the most cunning. She must have known beforehand, so she arranged this play."
Han Xi heard on her way here that Bai Xue's injuries were very serious, and that she had someone stab her twice in order to escape these accusations.
"But she almost lost her life."
"But she survived, didn't she? She was taking a gamble."
Han Xi hasn't gone to the hospital to find out what's going on yet; she needs to go there and get to the bottom of it first.
Gu Hanxi added, "And do you know why I hit Liang Dong back then?"
Mentioning this person made Han Xi frown. If she hadn't mentioned it, she would have almost forgotten about Liang Dong's existence.
"Wasn't it because he mistook you for someone else and offended you?"
"No, it's because he always helped that bitch Bai Xue back then. I was able to catch her several times, but Liang Dong interfered. Otherwise, how could she be out here causing trouble now?"
Han Xi found it strange that even if Gu Hanxi and Lu Chen had an affair back then, why would he beat someone to death if they hugged Gu Hanxi?
Moreover, Shen Jiheng was present at the time, so he would have restrained himself to some extent. It turns out that it was a feud between Gu Hanxi and him.
“He’s a fool too, he was taken advantage of by Bai Xue without realizing it, of course I have to teach him a lesson.”
Han Xi couldn't help but chuckle. So much had happened, yet she had remained an outsider the whole time.
Not only her, but even Shen Jiheng was kept in the dark.
"You're smart to tell me all this."
Gu Hanxi said, "Since I've already spoken up, and I know I can't keep it a secret any longer, Ji Heng will find out sooner or later. As for how he'll deal with me, I accept it. I only have one request now."
Han Xi nodded slightly: "Go ahead."
“Since I was threatened to take the blame for what happened four years ago, could you help me appeal and reduce my additional two-year sentence?”
Gu Hanxi has told the truth, so it's time to clear her name of this injustice.
From the perspective of the law firm, Gu Hanxi should reapply for a reduced sentence.
However, what she did to Han Xi back then was not enough to make Han Xi willing to help her.
“I will discuss this matter with your father. There is not enough evidence at the moment, and a reinvestigation is needed.”
Hearing this response made Gu Hanxi breathe a sigh of relief; at least she hadn't kicked him when he was down.
"Han Xi, I know I deserve to die. When I get out, I'll be your slave."
Han Xi smiled but remained silent; she simply laughed off such flattering words.
It is easier to change mountains and rivers than to change one's nature; it is very difficult for an evil person to reform.
Having gotten the answer he wanted, Han Xi left the prison and drove directly to the hospital, where, unexpectedly, Gu Hongyi was also there.
That makes sense, after all, he is Bai Xue's biological father.
"Han Xi".
Shen Jiheng called her name, and Han Xi turned her head to see that he and Professor Yang were both there.
Shen Jiheng was worried that Bai Xue was up to her old tricks again, so he went to Professor Yang to verify the extent of her injuries.
Seeing him injured and holding a report, Han Xi walked over out of curiosity.
"How's the situation? Haven't they come out yet?"
Shen Jiheng handed over the customs declaration form: "He's still in the operating room. Professor Yang personally treated the wound. He was just two centimeters away from damaging his heart. If he had been brought here ten minutes later, he wouldn't have survived."
Han Xi was stunned, unable to tell whether it was true or false.
Would Shirley really harm her own body like this just to escape this guilt?
Could it be that she could accurately predict that the ambulance would arrive on time, or did she really risk her life to save the old lady out of kindness?
"How is Grandma? Is she feeling any better?"
"My mother stayed with her in the hospital room. She was quite frightened, but she fell asleep after taking her medicine."
Han Xi nodded slightly. Things had suddenly developed this way, disrupting her original plans.
Han Xi asked again, puzzled, "Grandma usually goes for her morning exercise and has never mentioned encountering bad people. How could such an accident suddenly happen today?"
The fact that the perpetrator was armed with a knife suggests that this was not a coincidence, but rather a premeditated act of murder.
Shen Jiheng also uttered a sound of doubt.
“This morning, when Grandma was doing her morning exercise, she was wearing the gold bracelet that Grandpa gave her years ago. The thieves saw the money and wanted to rob her, which is why all this happened.”
Han Xi didn't understand this at all, as she had spent some time with the old lady and knew her lifestyle.
"That's strange. Grandma doesn't usually wear these kinds of jewelry, let alone when she goes out for her morning exercise. And why did wearing it today attract a thug? Don't you think it's too much of a coincidence?"
Shen Jiheng nodded in agreement with her idea.
“I’ve thought about this question too. I don’t know why Grandma suddenly started wearing it. She was just frightened, so it’s not appropriate to ask her about these things now. We should wait until she calms down.”
Han Xi understood and said with concern, "Let her rest first. However, you should investigate this matter personally and catch the criminals as soon as possible to find out the truth."
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