Chapter 636: Chapter 635: Master Xi Takes the Blame
âHave you noticed that when Mistress Xin smiles, thereâs a beauty that could overthrow realms?â
âMistress Xin is also extremely beautiful when sheâs not smiling. That graceful yet roguish demeanor is captured so perfectly, leaving no chance for men to resist!â
âIsnât that the truth? I remember the first time I saw Mistress Xin, I simply couldnât take my eyes off her. She was the first person I had ever seen who managed to balance wildness and fierceness so well, something I had never encountered before.â
The people around were discussing Wen Xin one after another, while Wen Xin and Chu Yunxuan seemed to be completely oblivious, softly chatting with subdued voices.
Just then, Wen Xinâs phone suddenly rang. She picked it up, already guessing who might be calling, stood up, and found a relatively quiet place to answer the call.
Before Wen Xin could speak, an anxious voice came from the other end of the phone.
âWhere did you go? The butler said you and your sister went out by car.â
âWe went out for a midnight snack. Iâll drive back soon, so donât worry about me,â Wen Xin responded in a gentle tone to Mu Chengxiâs concern.
Upon hearing Wen Xinâs words, the worry and impatience in Mu Chengxiâs heart instantly vanished, and he spoke again, his tone softer and more relaxed.
âDid you drink any alcohol? Do you need someone to pick you up?â
âNo need. I didnât drink, and weâll be back soon.â
The noise around her was too chaotic. Wen Xin didnât have time to explain much. She just wanted to end the call quickly. Anything else could wait until she got back.
Sensing Wen Xinâs impatience, Mu Chengxu didnât say much more, merely giving a few casual instructions before ending the call.
Mu Bei, standing beside Mu Chengxi and watching his expression of amused tolerance, couldnât help but ask softly, âMaster Xi, what is Miss Wen doing? Do you need me to send someone to pick her up?â
âNo need. She went out with my sister, and nothing should go wrong. Both of them have discreet protection; there wonât be any accidents.â
After saying this, Mu Chengxi raised his hand to rub his forehead. âThe conference in F State will end tomorrow. After that, Mu Dong and Gu Yanzhe can come back.â
âYes, I will notify them shortly. Is there anything else you need me to arrange, Master Xi?â Sensing the unsettled mood of Mu Chengxi, Mu Bei didnât dare to assume his thoughts and directly expressed his own concerns.
âThatâs it. You can go rest now.â
In the study, Mu Chengxi waved his hand dismissively at Mu Bei, but his brows remained tightly furrowed, suggesting he was troubled by something.
No sooner had Mu Bei left Mu Chengxiâs study than Mu Chengxiâs phone rang. It was a call from Ou Jinzhi.
Upon answering the call, Ou Jinzhi began excitedly: âBrother, you were quick with your actions! You didnât give me any time to react, and now, youâve really stirred up a big mess. Suddenly, a lot of people started behaving properly.â
Ou Jinzhiâs tone was filled with excitement, as if this outcome was unexpected. The evidence he had was enough to force Old Jiang to take a break at home, but this time, the implications seemed far beyond a simple rest at home.
Listening to Ou Jinzhiâs excited tone, Mu Chengxi let out a helpless light laugh. If he had been behind this matter, it wouldnât have become so complicated.
Mu Chengxi didnât explain, only responding indifferently, âThis issue does seem to have blown up quite a bit, but if I say I didnât do it, I wonder if you would believe me.â
âIt wasnât you?â Upon hearing Mu Chengxiâs words, Ou Jinzhiâs tone unconsciously carried a hint of surprise. It was simply inconceivable. They couldnât imagine anyone besides Mu Chengxi could have had access to someone holding such core data.
âThis really wasnât me.â Mu Chengxi knew that no one would believe him when he said it, he sighed helplessly.
He was not surprised by the speculation from the outside world. After seeing the evidence Wen Xin provided to Uncle Zhao, he knew that he would be the first person everyone suspected.
âThis matter can only be dealt with according to judicial procedures now, so who did it doesnât matter anymore? Weâve achieved our objective, havenât we?â
âYouâre right. Speaking of this matter feels exhilarating. You have no idea how excited they were; someone finally took action to resolve this complex issue.â
At this point, Ou Jinzhi gave a mysterious smile. His crafty laughter carried over from the other end of the receiver.
âNo matter who did this, but Master Xi, youâre definitely going to take the fall for this! There probably wonât be any chance for a reversal.â
Given Mu Chengxiâs position in Beijing, he was undoubtedly unshakable. After this incident, those people would likely be even more wary of Mu Chengxi; nobody wanted to offend someone who acted without regard for the consequences yet was untouchable.
âIâm not the only one who could take the fall for this.â Mu Chengxi said, with a mysterious smile.
The cold laughter made Ou Jinzhiâs scalp tingle unconsciously, always feeling that something dangerous was about to happen.
âYou are Old Jiangâs son-in-law, and you must know a lot about Jiang Deshengâs affairs. You so righteously reporting your own father-in-law is truly a case of justice over family!â
As he spoke, Mu Chengxi leaned lazily against the back of his wheelchair, his face wearing a contented smile, very pleased with himself for successfully finding a scapegoat.
âMaster Xi, if I say I was wrong, is it too late?â Ou Jinzhi spoke in despair, feeling that Mu Chengxi was right, and everything he said was logical.
If he hadnât been arrested and interrogated together with others, he definitely would have been the prime suspect in this case.
âForget it, soon no one will be curious about who did this, but the price cuts this time will definitely not be as significant as before. You should prepare yourself mentally, there might be a period of ostracism. Can you handle it?â
âOstracism? Thatâs unlikely. Although Iâm not one of your people, Mu Chengxi, I have my own influence here. Donât worry, even without Jiang Desheng, Old Master Jiang wouldnât let Tianlang fall into othersâ hands.â
âWhen the time comes, the leader of Tianlang will have to be me. Our goal is now one step closer, right?â
Ou Jinzhi took a moment to analyze the pros and cons. When he was arrested, he had already been wondering about his likely fate.
Later, he knew he could come out unscathed not only because of his grandfather and father but also because of Old Master Jiang, which made him even more certain that Tianlang would be his.
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