Chapter 423 Taking the Initiative to Tell the Truth
Over the years since Han Xi married into the Shen family, she has witnessed their warm and harmonious family life, especially the very good relationship between Shen Jiheng and the old lady.
Now that he's being forced to give up, no one can truly understand the pain he's experiencing.
Bo Siye was also getting impatient and urged, "Shen Jiheng, stop being so mysterious and just say what you have to say."
Shen Jiheng took a deep breath and said, "Grandma, Mom, please prepare yourselves. This matter is far beyond your capacity to bear. I'm only telling you this after a brief period of thought."
Many things become impossible to talk about once they're put off, so it's best to say them at the very beginning, while you still have the energy.
It must be extraordinary for Shen Jiheng to say such things. Madam Shen subconsciously stepped forward and took the old lady's hand. The two women looked at each other with serious expressions.
Shen Jiheng took a crumpled report out of his pocket and handed it to Madam Shen.
“This is a paternity test between me and Mr. Bo. The hospital director personally examined it and proved that I am related to him.”
Madam Shen stared intently at the report in her hands, her hands trembling uncontrollably.
Shen Jiheng put down another brand-new report, which was the paternity test report of Madam Shen and Bo Siye. He had been doing this during the few hours he was missing.
"This is your paternity test results with Bo Siye, confirming that you are mother and son."
These words shocked everyone in the room except Han Xi. For a moment, it was as if everyone was frozen in place, petrified.
Bo Siye's breathing became rapid, and he rushed forward angrily, grabbing his collar.
"Shen Jiheng, what tricks are you playing? What are you trying to do?"
“The old man secretly switched us when we were not even a month old.”
Han Xi covered her mouth. How much willpower did Shen Jiheng use to have the courage to say those words? She rushed forward and pushed Bo Siye away, not wanting anyone to hurt Shen Jiheng.
Apart from Shen Jiheng, who remains calm, everyone else is still in a state of panic.
Shen Jiheng took a deep breath and continued his story.
"Back then, the old man and his son Shen secretly arranged for people to wipe out the Bo family. When Bo Siye was born and fell ill, they were worried that the child would not survive during the escape, so they resorted to this desperate measure."
Han Xi slowly hugged his arm. It was really cruel to make him say this out loud.
It was clearly not his fault; he was also a victim.
Madam Shen shook her head, her mind somewhat confused, and hurriedly said, "No, Ji Heng, you must be joking with us. This kind of thing is not funny at all. Hurry up, tell me it's fake."
Bo Siyue scoffed and shook his head: "How could that be? Shen Jiheng, you're lying. You're trying to drive a wedge between me and Grandpa. How could you...?"
By the end, Bo Siye couldn't continue. If it weren't for this, why would the old man deceive himself and help Shen Jiheng time and time again?
In the past, whenever he was about to deal with the Shen family, the old man would always tell him not to touch Shen Jiheng, saying that he should save it for last.
Back when they were roommates, Bo Siye had countless opportunities to make a move against Shen Jiheng, but he always held back, simply because he listened to his grandfather.
Han Xi sighed and said, "What Ji Heng said is true. Grandpa Bo told us in person that he was afraid his grandson would be killed back then. If anyone is to blame, it's the Shen family elders for their many evil deeds."
The old lady murmured, "How can you say that Ji Heng isn't my grandson?"
Shen Jiheng closed his eyes, forced to acknowledge the truth.
Madam Shen firmly refused to believe it: "No, how could I not recognize my own child? Has something happened to Ji Heng? Are you saying this on purpose?"
"I'm sorry, I also hope it's a misunderstanding. I'm just stating the facts. If you don't believe me, you can take him for another test yourself."
From the moment he learned the truth, Shen Jiheng knew there was no going back.
He is not a treacherous villain who wants to steal someone else's life; he has the magnanimity to give it up.
Bo Siye gritted his teeth and asked, "Where is he? I want to ask him myself."
Han Xi said, "The old man is currently weak and emotionally unstable. The hospital director said his blood pressure is too high and he could be in danger at any time. Since you know the situation, there is no need for you to go see him again."
"No, why should you tell me this? I want to hear it from him himself."
Bo Siye was in a state of confusion. He couldn't tell what was real and what was fake, but one thing was certain: Shen Jiheng had no reason to play such a trick.
"It's not my grandson!!" the old woman repeated, clutching her chest as her vision went black and she collapsed. Everyone rushed over in a panic.
Shen Mingzhu and her daughter helped the elderly woman, and Shen Jiheng immediately called an ambulance.
Shen Mingzhu, who had been silent all along, sobbed, "No wonder you've never been kind to me since I was little, and you've always been mean to me. It turns out you're not my brother at all."
Upon hearing this, Shen Jiheng froze, not expecting Shen Mingzhu to say such a thing.
Han Xi scolded, "I was right to say you were a bit stupid, but if you had any emotional intelligence, you wouldn't be like this now. Don't you know how many bad things you've done?"
Han Xi would never allow anyone to seriously injure Shen Jiheng in front of him.
Bo Siye's blood was boiling, filled with anger and resentment.
If everything Shen Jiheng said is true, then he should be the one in charge of the Shen family; this person stole the brilliant life that originally belonged to him.
"Han Xi, tell me where he is! I want to kill him!"
Han Xi was not surprised by Bo Siye's blunt words, and could understand them.
"I'm sorry, I really can't tell you. I know you're innocent in this whole thing, but Ji Heng doesn't know anything either. He's telling the truth now because he didn't intend to hide anything, so please don't blame him."
Even Han Xi wouldn't have been able to tell the truth directly; Shen Jiheng is truly brave.
Madam Shen lowered her head and remained silent, tears welling in her eyes. The ones who suffered the most were her family members.
A few minutes later, the ambulance arrived and took the old lady away. Bo Siye also left in a huff. He wouldn't let it go easily if he couldn't find the old man.
Shen Jiheng didn't go to the hospital; he stayed in the living room with Han Xi.
There was a hint of confusion in his eyes; the determination he had shown when he arrived was gone.
It's like a shell that's been hollowed out of flesh and blood.
Han Xi stepped forward and hugged him, saying gently, "Ji Heng, you still have me and the child. We are your family. No matter who you are, I love you and will always be there for you."
Shen Jiheng turned around and pulled her into his arms tightly, wanting to merge her into his own body.
"I'm sorry, my previous attitude hurt you."
"No need to apologize. I understand you and I won't blame you. I'm just worried that you'll leave me. No matter what happens next, I'll be there for you. So please don't push me away."
Shen Jiheng hugged her even tighter. What made him understand was that he knew Han Xi and her son were the most important people to him, and he could let go of other power and status.
As long as Han Xi stays by his side, Shen Jiheng can let go of everything and start over.
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