Chapter 574: Chapter 574 Old Mr. Li: I’m old, not blind.

In response to Old Mr. Li’s questioning, Mei Tian Sha Zi was clearly panicked.

Mei Tian Sha Zi quickly collected her emotions, stubbornly insisting: “Dad, you must have seen it wrong. I didn’t go out last night; I stayed at home.”

Old Mr. Li: “You wore Mdm Li’s clothes, and you think I didn’t see that? I’m old, not blind.”

Mei Tian Sha Zi never imagined that not only did Old Mr. Li see her, but he also recognized her pretending to be Mdm Li.

With irrefutable proof, Mei Tian Sha Zi could not deny it even if she wanted to.

The current situation was truly life-threatening.

Mei Tian Sha Zi buried her emotions and said in a low voice, “Dad, you’re mistaken, that person wasn’t me.”

Li Tianyi wanted to speak up for Mei Tian Sha Zi, but he feared Old Mr. Li would be angry.

Thus, Li Tianyi had no choice but to pretend he was invisible, not saying a word, leaving everything to Mei Tian Sha Zi to handle.

Mei Tian Sha Zi was somewhat upset; she never imagined Li Tianyi wouldn’t speak up for her.

Old Mr. Li’s face darkened, and his tone became somber: “What, do you two really think I’m too old and my eyes are failing?”

Uncle Fu also chimed in: “I saw it too, Second Young Lady, although you wore Mdm Li’s clothes, your figures are quite different. Mdm Li is slightly shorter and heavier than you.”

The height and build are different, fooling no one.

Mei Tian Sha Zi felt as though she was being roasted over a fire, sweat forming on her back.

She had no choice but to answer this question.

“Dad, I’m sorry, I lied. I did go out last night after an argument with Tianyi. I was afraid of the children seeing me leave directly, so I could only disguise myself as Mdm Li to go out for some air.”

Old Mr. Li studied Mei Tian Sha Zi’s every expression, wanting to determine from her face whether her words were true or false.

Li Tianyi took the opportunity to interject: “Dad, it truly was my fault. Last night Sha Zi and I argued, and in a fit of anger, she went out.”

“Why did you argue?”

“Because Sha Zi is here without relatives, she misses her hometown, and it affected her mood,” Li Tianyi said awkwardly.

Mei Tian Sha Zi lowered her head, her voice choked with emotion: “I’m sorry for worrying you.”

Old Mr. Li scrutinized them with a suspicious gaze, pondering if their words were true or false.

True or false, without evidence, who could possibly know?

“What is there to miss about that hometown… Such a small area, how could it compete with the scenic beauty of Hua Country?” Old Mr. Li mumbled.

Li Tianyi: “…”

He really wanted to say: Dad, Sha Zi can understand what you’re saying.

Mei Tian Sha Zi understood, but she had to pretend not to.

Old Mr. Li said: “Qiaoqiao is recuperating; the doctor says she needs rest. You mustn’t go to the hospital to see her.”

Li Tianyi: “Dad, I understand, it was rash of us.”

Old Mr. Li waved them away to leave.

Mei Tian Sha Zi and Li Tianyi left together.

Old Mr. Li watched their departing figures, eyes full of doubt.

“Ah Fu, do you believe the words Mei Tian Sha Zi and Tianyi just said?”

Uncle Fu: “Master, your heart is as clear as a mirror; you can surely figure it out.”

Old Mr. Li laughed heartily: “You old fox.”

Uncle Fu laughed along; whatever he said certainly reflected what was on the master’s mind.

“Ah Fu, find someone to keep an eye on them. I don’t quite trust Mei Tian Sha Zi. As for Tianyi, we haven’t met for years, and the boy surely has secrets he’s keeping from me.” Old Mr. Li seemed a bit saddened.

“Master, don’t think too much, your health is important. Children and grandchildren will have their own fortunes; you cannot always worry about the younger generation.”

Old Mr. Li sighed: “Some matters, I can’t help but worry about.”

…

Mei Tian Sha Zi and Li Tianyi returned to their home.

They went to the bedroom and locked the door.

Li Tianyi paced around the room: “I told you not to go out, but you insisted on going.”

“I didn’t expect your father would see me. Isn’t he deliberately deceiving me? At his age, does he not sleep and wander around at night?”

“Who saw you isn’t important; what’s important is that you’ve been exposed. Sha Zi, be more careful with your actions from now on.”

Mei Tian Sha Zi: “I understand.”

“Don’t go to the base for now; I’ll have Xiao Hong take care of it.”

A look of murderous intent flashed across Mei Tian Sha Zi’s eyes, but she kept silent.

…

Nan Qiao couldn’t stay in the hospital.

There wasn’t much going on; after Li Yehan left and Chen Xinwan returned to the company for work, Nan Qiao also left.

Nan Qiao went to school, keeping busy with matters concerning the Medical Club.

As soon as she opened the club door, she was cornered inside by two figures.

Yu Wei’s mother, Sheng Ting, was there too.

Sheng Ting wore a black coat, imposing and superior.

Nan Qiao was used to Sheng Ting’s attitude and sat silently in a chair.

Sheng Ting grew angry when Nan Qiao didn’t greet her first.

“Yu Meng, the old lady often praised you for being well-educated and reasonable. So, now that she’s gone, did your manners leave with her?”

Nan Qiao signaled with her eyes: “Before being arrogant, take a look behind you.”

Sheng Ting and Yu Wei simultaneously turned to see Uncle Qin and Uncle Dao standing at the door, which startled them.

Uncle Qin had once thrown Yu Wei out of the house, breaking her leg and sending her to the hospital.

Seeing Uncle Qin again, Yu Wei’s leg shook uncontrollably.

Damn, extremely terrifying!

Yu Wei chickened out.

Sheng Ting also experienced Uncle Dao’s prowess and remained uneasy and frightened.

“Yu Meng, you’re bullying others with your power!” Sheng Ting said through clenched teeth.

Nan Qiao: “I’m bullying others with power? And what are you doing? Using power to bully?”

“Who are you calling a dog!” Yu Wei angrily questioned.

“Whoever answers to it is the pup.”

Yu Wei: “…”

Sheng Ting shot Yu Wei a glance and, calming down, slowly spoke: “Yu Meng, I’m not here to argue with you this time. I just want to take back something, something that belongs to the Yu family. If you return it, Weiwei and I won’t bother you again.”

Nan Qiao: “What do you want?”

Sheng Ting seriously replied: “Return the jade pendant the old lady gave you, and I won’t bother you in the future.”

Nan Qiao’s mind conjured the image of the jade pendant.

The old lady had given it to her before passing away, urging her to keep it and never give it to anyone in the Yu family.

Now that Sheng Ting wanted the pendant, it seemed it was quite significant!

Since that’s the case, she definitely wouldn’t give it up!

“In your dreams!” Nan Qiao responded bluntly: “The pendant was given to me by Grandma; all her gifts to me were notarized. If you want them, go talk to Grandma! See if she agrees. If she does, I’ll hand it over to you.”

Sheng Ting and Yu Wei were furious with embarrassment, realizing they were being taunted with the suggestion to seek out the deceased old lady.

Nan Qiao continued: “Yu Wei, bringing Ms. Sheng Ting to Qing University to bother me, do you think those supporting you can still protect you?”