Lin Mei and Lan Lan shared the same doubt. Xing Zheng had gone to the United States at nineteen and only returned last year. Before nineteen, he was taciturn; how could he have offended someone? Such deep-seated hatred was even rarer. The reason behind it was likely known only to him. "Are you and Liang Yufeng together?"
Liang Yufeng and Xing Zheng seemed to have a good relationship recently. If Liang Yufeng were to inform Xing Zheng about this matter, it would serve as a reminder. Lan Lan and Lin Mei had a friendship spanning many years, and a single question revealed his intention. "I'll have Liang Yufeng remind him. Let's see if Liang Yufeng can find anything out. I'll WeChat you if there's any news."
Lin Mei replied, "Mm," and "Thank you, President Lan."
Lan Lan playfully remarked to Lin Mei, "This is the first time I've seen you so concerned about a man. How could I not help you?"
Lan Lan and Lin Mei had known each other for about eight years, from university until now. Although she had witnessed Lin Mei's relationship with Chen Qi, she had never seen Lin Mei be as invested in Chen Qi as she was in Xing Zheng.
As Lan Lan had said before, there was a lack of passion between her and Chen Qi. At the time, Lan Lan attributed it to Lin Mei's personality. Having grown up in a scholarly family, she was bound to be more reserved. However, when facing Xing Zheng, Lin Mei was not like that at all. Whether it was going to the hotel to show him videos or actively pursuing him after confirming her feelings, it was all eye-opening. As a close friend, Lan Lan could naturally understand the special place Xing Zheng held in her heart.
Late at night, while reviewing documents in his study, Xing Zheng received a call from Liang Yufeng. Liang Yufeng informed him about seeing Zhao Jianghe at the Runcheng Sanatorium. At this, Xing Zheng's expression turned serious. "What was he doing there?"
Runcheng was a considerable distance from Nanjiang City, and the Zhao Corporation was currently at a critical juncture. Zhao Jianghe should have been inseparable from his duties. If it weren't for someone of extreme importance, he wouldn't have gone there.
Liang Yufeng relayed what Lan Lan had seen that day, the conversation between Zhao Jianghe and the caregiver. "We couldn't get any information about the patient; someone must have given orders."
Xing Zheng fell into thought. Would someone go mad and smash a television just by seeing his face?
For a long time, he believed that Xie Qinjia was the only one who would have a violent reaction upon seeing his face. Liang Yufeng asked him if he had offended anyone, but Xing Zheng couldn't think of anyone.
Liang Yufeng added, "Lan Lan asked me to notify you about this. It should be Lin Mei's idea."
Although Lan Lan hadn't said it, he could guess. She wasn't one to meddle in others' affairs, and she wasn't particularly familiar with Xing Zheng. If it weren't for Lin Mei, she certainly wouldn't have gone to such lengths. "Does she know you're dealing with Zhao Jianghe?"
Xing Zheng's fingers tightened slightly as he gripped his phone, his expression growing even more solemn. "How long will you be in Runcheng? Help me investigate the man at that sanatorium."
Liang Yufeng replied, "Mm," but the task was difficult. "There's a high probability of returning empty-handed. Be prepared."
Xing Zheng knew the situation well. After finishing his call with Liang Yufeng, he fell into contemplation. His memory held no record of such a person. What was the relationship between this person and Zhao Jianghe? Why would he react so strongly simply by seeing his face on television?
And then there was Lin Mei… she was actually meddling in this matter, oblivious to the danger.
Lan Lan emerged from her shower and happened to run into Liang Yufeng, who was returning from the balcony. "Did you call Xing Zheng?"
Liang Yufeng replied, "Oh."
He always spoke word by word. Lan Lan was accustomed to his stoic demeanor. "What did Xing Zheng say? Does he know who that person is?"
Liang Yufeng answered, "No."
"That's impossible, he wouldn't know?" Lan Lan didn't quite believe it. "Does he not trust you much and didn't tell you?"
Or perhaps he told her, but Liang Yufeng wasn't telling her. Lan Lan wasn't particularly interested in the matter, but it concerned Lin Mei, and she had promised Lin Mei she would inquire thoroughly. "Mr. Liang, tell me, and I'll give you a kiss later."
Liang Yufeng's cool gaze fell upon her moist, glistening lips. Lan Lan licked her lips, subtly enticing him. Just as she thought the fish was about to take the bait, the man doused her with a bucket of cold water. "I don't know."
"Oh, never mind." It seemed she wouldn't get any information. She listlessly headed towards the bed, but Liang Yufeng grabbed her waist, his cool fingers touching her lips. "You're the best at crossing the river and demolishing the bridge."
Lan Lan smiled outwardly, but inwardly she cursed. Otherwise, what? She couldn't get a single word out of him, so why should she greet him with a smile? Before she could finish her thoughts, he pulled her onto the bed.
The next morning, Lin Mei finally received a WeChat message from Lan Lan. Although Liang Yufeng had spoken to Xing Zheng, the information about the person at the sanatorium remained a mystery. Xing Zheng himself didn't know the person's identity…
This person hated Xing Zheng so much and was so important to Zhao Jianghe. Zhao Jianghe's revenge against Xing Zheng should also be due to the presence of this mysterious person at the sanatorium. She seemed to have overlooked a crucial detail: Xing Zheng was the driver in that car accident years ago.
If that were the case, it would make sense. In a typical car accident, the driver would be the one most likely to be injured. However, in that instance, Xing Yan had instinctively saved Xing Zheng.
To resolve the issue with Zhao Jianghe and uncover the full story behind it, the person residing in the sanatorium was the breakthrough. Therefore, his information absolutely had to be investigated!
However, currently, Xing Zheng and Zhao Jianghe were locked in a power struggle. Zhao Jianghe would undoubtedly have people keeping a close eye on Xing Zheng. If he were to investigate personally, it would surely alert the enemy. What if she went to investigate…
No, remove the "what if." She had to investigate.
In the following days, Lin Mei was preoccupied with the matter of going to Runcheng. As if summoned, an opportunity for a business trip to Runcheng arose at her bank. It was for business training at the branch there.
Lin Mei proactively applied for the trip. Runcheng was far, and training trips were tiring. Most of her colleagues at the same level were married with families and didn't want to travel too far. Only Lin Mei was the most enthusiastic.
The training was scheduled to depart that Thursday. Coincidentally, Xu Ying was also going to Runcheng for a competition. Lin Mei decided to go with Xu Ying. Having someone to help with the investigation would undoubtedly be much better than acting alone.
Early Saturday morning, Lin Mei and Xu Ying took a taxi to the sanatorium. Xu Ying didn't know what Lin Mei was doing there but was willing to accompany her, even at personal risk. After registering, they entered and proceeded to the patient ward. Lin Mei became nervous, and instinctively, she gripped Xu Ying's arm. Xu Ying patted her and said, "Don't be nervous. If we act guilty, we'll be exposed."
Lin Mei, still holding Xu Ying's arm, walked down the corridor. As they reached a corner, they had still found nothing and hadn't located the mysterious person. Instead, they saw Zhao Jianghe.
Lin Mei recognized Zhao Jianghe. Without a second thought, she quickly hid. Fortunately, Zhao Jianghe was in a hurry and didn't notice them.
Lin Mei furtively peeked out and saw Zhao Jianghe enter a patient room. Her nerves immediately became excited, and she nervously bit her lip.
After Zhao Jianghe closed the door, she followed him, with Xu Ying close behind.
As soon as they stopped at the door, they heard a voice from inside, "This bitch! I loved her so much! How dare she betray me!"