Chapter 122 Including the driver, all three are dead…
The door was pushed open, and Sheng Ruyue jumped up, staring at Lu Chang warily.
Lu Chang chuckled and drew back the curtains: "You've been lying here for days, and you still call yourself a chivalrous woman? You've already been scared."
Sheng Ruyue lowered her head, not daring to meet his eyes; she was indeed not as ruthless as him.
Lu Chang pulled back her blanket: "Get up."
As if on cue, Sheng Ruyue pulled the blanket back: "I'm not going."
Lu Chang scoffed, "Where are we going? Do you think I'm taking you to commit a crime in broad daylight?" He pushed her forehead with his hand, "You're usually so fierce, but why are you such a coward at crucial moments? Those are bad guys, what are you afraid of? Didn't we agree to be chivalrous and righteous?"
Sheng Ruyue looked up at him. The man in front of her, who was smiling so warmly, could send someone to their death without hesitation the next moment.
“Killing someone isn’t doing justice,” she muttered.
Lu Chang patted her head: "Alright, I won't ask you for help next time. You're such a coward."
Sheng Ruyue wrinkled her nose; she was no coward.
"Get up, your family has sent someone to pick you up."
Sheng Ruyue's eyes widened.
Sheng Kaiming felt uneasy, his eyes darting around. He hadn't expected the Lu family to be so powerful, and he wondered how his sister had gotten involved with them. Although Mrs. Lu was very easygoing and warm, he still felt awkward and uncomfortable.
He looked at his father beside him, who was exchanging pleasantries with Mrs. Lu.
Mr. Sheng was grateful to the Lu family for taking in his daughter, and Shen Rong thanked Sheng Ruyue for saving her life. After exchanging pleasantries, Sheng Ruyue went downstairs excitedly.
"Father, elder brother, what brings you here?"
Mr. Sheng turned around and looked his daughter over carefully. Seeing that she looked well, he put on a stern face again.
"I'll take you home."
Upon hearing this, Sheng Ruyue's expression changed: "Didn't I say I would go back for the New Year?"
Seeing that his father was about to get angry, Sheng Kaiming quickly pulled his younger sister aside: "Mom is worried about you at home. Don't you know your family is worried because you've been away from home for so long without writing?"
Seeing that she was about to argue back, Sheng Kaiming immediately whispered to stop her: "Stop talking." If she continued to argue, her father's temper might get out of control. This was someone else's house; if the father and daughter argued, people would laugh at them.
Lu Lin rushed back upon receiving the news. Sheng Ruyue was a great benefactor to the Lu family, so the Sheng family father and son naturally received a warm welcome.
Shen Rong let them stay at her home for several days and also persuaded Sheng Ruyue to go back and see her family.
Before leaving, Shen Rong took her to buy a lot of things, all for her family. They initially refused to accept them, but Shen Rong used the excuse of her great kindness in saving their lives, and they had no choice but to accept them.
After Sheng Ruyue left, Shen Rong felt a bit bored. A few days later, Lin Wenhui came to visit.
As expected, her third brother's case took a turn for the better. Lin Shaojie's witness died, leaving no evidence for the time being. In addition, the Lin family was not weak and had been running around pulling strings. With Lu Chang's report and the support of public opinion, it was believed that the case would be settled soon.
"I'm here to thank you and Commander Lu."
She knew that Lu Lin had helped a lot in suppressing the case, as had Shen Rong, who had been busy with her third brother's affairs. She was truly grateful.
"I visited Third Brother yesterday, and he looks much better than before." She wiped her moist eyes and told Shen Rong that the elders of the Lin family would arrive in a couple of days.
Shen Rong thought this was good news, at least Lin Wenhui no longer had to bear the pressure alone and work so hard.
"My uncle wrote that he had pulled some strings with the Wen family in Jincheng, so maybe my third brother can be released." His life will definitely be saved.
Shen Rong was genuinely happy for her: "That's wonderful."
Lin Wenhui's expression was somewhat strange, and she asked with a puzzled look, "What's wrong? Is something amiss?"
She shook her head: "It's my third brother. He doesn't seem that happy."
After saying that, she realized she had overthought things. Turning to other topics, her gaze fell on the books on the table, and she smiled:
"Are you still reading these?" These books were given to her by Professor Hao before.
Shen Rong smiled and took the book: "I'm getting more and more interested in it now, but what I learn from books is never enough."
Lin Wenhui chuckled: "If you have any questions, feel free to ask me anytime. I'll probably be staying in Shanghai for a while; I just got a job."
Shen Rong was pleasantly surprised: "You want to stay in Shanghai?"
Lin Wenhui nodded: "Anyway, Rong Yi isn't home, so it doesn't matter where I am." Her expression was indifferent.
This shows she has a grudge against the Dong family. When she heard that Lin Wenxuan had gotten into trouble, she immediately went to ask the Dong family to step in, but the Dong family had concerns and did not go all out.
In addition, Lin Wenhui had a previous conflict with her mother-in-law, and they often clashed in Pingcheng.
"My salary is enough to support myself and my child." This is the source of Lin Wenhui's confidence in leaving the Dong family.
Regardless, Shen Rong supported her, believing that Lin Wenhui's decision was well-considered: "Then I'll have company in Shanghai from now on. If I ask too many questions, don't find me annoying."
How could that be?
Lin Wenhui smiled. Actually, the most important reason she chose to stay in Shanghai was because Shen Rong was here. She had someone to rely on in Shanghai and didn't have to worry about being bullied.
***
When the Wen family gets married, the ceremony is naturally grand, and Mrs. Wen even came all the way from Jincheng to attend her younger sister's wedding.
"I heard this wedding dress was flown in from France; it could buy half of Shanghai's wealth," Hu Peifang and Shen Rong whispered, their voices filled with envy.
Lin Wenhui, who was listening nearby, exclaimed in surprise: "It can't be that bad, can it? Isn't that an exaggeration?"
It's absolutely impossible to afford half of Shanghai, but it's just a wedding dress.
"I wish I could wear a wedding dress like this someday," Hu Peifang sighed.
Shen Rong glanced at the man walking towards her from not far away and teased her, "There will be a chance."
I heard he's a very wealthy businessman who fell in love with Hu Peifang at first sight at a dance and has been pursuing her relentlessly these days, but she hasn't agreed yet.
She was able to attend the Wen family wedding today as the wealthy businessman's date. The fact that she received an invitation from the Wen family shows that this man also has some connections and influence.
Hu Peifang looked over as well, her face slightly flushed, and said shyly, "Don't talk nonsense."
As the man walked in, Hu Peifang introduced him with a smile.
Upon hearing that she was Lu Lin's wife, the man's eyes lit up slightly, but he quickly regained his composure and greeted her respectfully.
"I wonder where Mr. Liu usually does business?" Shen Rong shook hands with him.
Mr. Liu replied with a smile, "I've often heard Pei Fang mention you. I've been in Hong Kong before, this is my first time in Shanghai."
Mr. Liu is a handsome and refined man, who looks more like a scholar than a shrewd businessman.
After exchanging a few pleasantries, Boss Liu secretly glanced at Shen Rong several times, but made no further moves, seemingly just out of curiosity.
Shen Rong had seen many businessmen like him, most of whom were trying to curry favor with Lu Lin. Shen Rong usually pretended not to understand them, but Boss Liu did not use Hu Peifang's connection to climb the social ladder, which made her look at him with new respect.
After the newlyweds completed the ceremony, members of the Wen and Lin families came forward to greet the guests and invite them to take their seats.
Wen Wenqing, representing the bride's family, came over with a wine glass to greet them: "Why isn't Commander Lu here? This is his subordinate's wedding, how can he be so disrespectful?"
Others looked over, but Shen Rong knew he was just joking.
"Please forgive me, something urgent came up and kept him in the way. He asked me to make sure he got my blessings."
Wen Wenqing thanked them and told them to eat and drink well.
"I selected all of these dishes; I hope Mrs. Lu will like them."
The Wen family had many guests, and after exchanging a few words, he went to the next table. The next table was occupied by Director Du from the Education Bureau, and Shen Rong couldn't help but pay more attention to him.
Lin Wenhui asked her, "What's wrong?"
Shen Rong turned around, smiled and shook her head: "It's nothing."
After the newlyweds changed their clothes and came out to toast, Lu Chang, who was Lin Shaojie's best man today, was doing a very good job. He blushed after only a few tables of drinks.
"Drink less," Shen Rong whispered to him.
Lu Chang nodded: "Don't worry, sister-in-law, I know what I'm doing."
Lin Shaojie was in high spirits today, as is often the case when one is happy. He was even more approachable to everyone he met: "Thanks to Chunshan today, Mrs. Lu, don't worry, I won't let him drink too much from now on."
Lu Chang patted him on the shoulder: "What are you saying? I'm your brother, it's only right that I drink for you."
"Wishing you a long and happy marriage." Shen Rong and the others smiled and offered their blessings to the newlyweds.
Wen Wenxin smiled and thanked her, still maintaining her aloof and proud demeanor.
When they returned home after the banquet, Lu Lin was already there, sitting at the dining table eating with Xiao Ming.
Xiaoming was a little unhappy when he saw his mother appear. He had heard from Zhang Ma and the others that his mother had gone to a banquet and hadn't taken him with her.
There must be lots of delicious food at the banquet, and suddenly he felt that even the egg noodles in his bowl didn't taste good.
"Mom, did you bring me anything delicious?" He jumped off the table and looked at Shen Rong expectantly.
Shen Rong looked at Lu Lin, somewhat at a loss, touched her clothes, and took out a few wedding candies from her pocket.
"It's not tasty at all, Mommy isn't even full yet. This candy is the best, but Mommy didn't want to eat it all, so I brought it all for you. How about Mommy takes you out for a big meal tomorrow?"
Okay, as long as there's something to eat, that's fine. Xiaoming peeled one and put it in his mouth, then solemnly reminded his mother, "I have to go to school tomorrow."
Shen Rong understood what he meant: "Then I'll buy it tomorrow and keep it at home for you to eat when you get home from school."
Xiao Ming was satisfied. He had finally managed to get rid of his son and lay down on the sofa, exhausted.
Lu Lin finished eating and came over: "Is attending a wedding banquet this tiring?"
"Socializing is tiring." With so many people around, her face was practically frozen from smiling. She reasonably suspected that this was the reason Lu Lin didn't want to go.
Lu Lin massaged her shoulders: "You've worked hard."
His tone was too flat and insincere, so Shen Rong glared at him reproachfully.
Lu Changcai returned in the evening, but he brought some bad news. According to Lin Shaojie, he was going to Jincheng on a business trip in a few days, which would even delay his honeymoon.
Lu Lin frowned: "I'm afraid we'll have to send Lin Wenxuan to Jincheng."
Shen Rong was shocked. Why did they still have to send him to Jincheng?
A few days later, Lu Lin received confirmation that Lin Shaojie would escort Lin Wenxuan to Jincheng. As for why it was an escort...
Naturally, it was because Lin Shaojie and his group spread the news that Lin Wenxuan had made great contributions and that Jincheng wanted to give him an important position and even personally receive him.
When Shen Rong found out, she cursed inwardly, "Despicable! This is a scheme to sow discord; it's utterly disgusting!"
Now that they have no concrete evidence, they have no choice but to release him. So they resort to underhanded tactics to smear Lin Wenxuan. If he really is one of them, he will probably not trust Lin Wenxuan anymore after hearing this news, and may even suspect that he has really betrayed them.
Lin Shaojie made a big deal out of this, even getting Lu Chang's newspaper to conduct an exclusive interview.
They're really something. One minute they used Lu Chang's report to sway public opinion to Lin Wenxuan's side, and the next minute they started using it just as cleverly.
Lin Wenhui looked annoyed. She had been too happy too soon. Perhaps her third brother had expected this to happen, which was why he had that expression.
On the day of departure, Lin Wenhui went to see him off, and comforted herself, thinking that perhaps when they arrived in Jincheng, her third brother would be free.
But the next morning brought devastating news: the person was dead!
For some unknown reason, the car that Lin Wenxuan and Lin Shaojie were in suddenly accelerated and plunged into a ravine halfway down the road. By the time the rescuers arrived, the car had already caught fire and exploded.
After the fire was extinguished, the police counted the charred remains, and they all matched up. Including the driver, all three were dead.
Lu Chang paused for a moment after receiving the news, and Xiangqin reached out and shook his head: "What's wrong with you?"
"It was so sudden. I never expected Director Lin to die like this. He had just gotten married!"
Xiangqin remained silent. Indeed, the second young lady of the Wen family became a widow shortly after her marriage.
"Shall we still go to Mr. Watanabe's ball?" Xiangqin asked him considerately.
She thought that Lu Chang might have lost interest, since he and Director Lin were very good friends.
To everyone's surprise, Lu Chang smiled and said, "Go ahead, we made an appointment a long time ago, and I can't break my promise. It's a pity about Director Lin, but he's already dead. I can only wait until the mourning hall is set up before I go to offer three sticks of incense."
Xiangqin felt that his eyes were a little cold when he said these words, so she lowered her head slightly.
"Young Master Lu, a lot of Japanese people will be going. Are you sure it's okay?" Xiangqin asked him.
Lu Chang reached out and took her hand, his face solemn: "Xiangqin, thank you."
Xiangqin shrank back, not daring to meet his gaze: "It's nothing, I didn't really help you much."
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