CHAPTER 679: CHAPTER 679: CONSPIRACY

"It’s just that I’m a bit hungry." Nan Qiao smiled sheepishly.

Li Yehan’s nervousness eased slightly, and he spoke indulgently, "Qiaoqiao, let’s get something to eat first. What would you like?"

"Roast duck."

Li Yehan: "..."

Isn’t that a bit too greasy?

The words were on the tip of his tongue, but Li Yehan didn’t voice them. He decided to take her to eat roast duck first.

As long as Nan Qiao wanted it, he would get it for her.

...

Li Tianyi returned to his office, looking like a lost soul. Mei Tian Sha Zi spoke to him, but he didn’t respond, appearing oblivious to the outside world.

Mei Tian Sha Zi was startled and reached out to grab Li Tianyi’s arm, holding it tightly.

The pain brought Li Tianyi back to his senses, and he exhaled upon seeing Mei Tian Sha Zi beside him.

"What’s wrong?"

Li Tianyi explained the situation to Mei Tian Sha Zi.

After listening, Mei Tian Sha Zi was astonished.

"Li Xiao? The old man’s adopted son? He’s taking over those assets?" Mei Tian Sha Zi had three questions, each revealing her disbelief.

An adopted son suddenly appearing?

Both Mei Tian Sha Zi and Li Tianyi thought of the same issue.

"Could the old man be faking it?" Mei Tian Sha Zi was horrified.

Li Tianyi: "You think so too?"

He thought the same.

Things were so strange that anyone would have to think twice.

"Tomorrow, we’ll find an opportunity to test it. The truth can’t be faked!" Mei Tian Sha Zi snorted coldly.

The two of them conspired about what they would do the next day.

After discussing for a long time, they finally devised a feasible plan.

Li Tianyi said, "Tomorrow, I’ll cover for you while you investigate."

"What if we discover he’s pretending?" Mei Tian Sha Zi countered.

Li Tianyi’s expression changed, and after a moment, he spoke quietly: "If we find out he’s pretending, do what needs to be done."

Mei Tian Sha Zi understood Li Tianyi’s decision.

If that’s the case, no one else can be blamed!

...

Nan Qiao didn’t expect Nan Shan to find her and tell her about Professor Zhong’s matter.

Nan Shan confessed everything: "Master, I don’t want to deceive you. I indeed entered the game myself to draw out Professor Zhong. I personally killed him and avenged the wrongs. However, I haven’t fully avenged, as there are others behind Professor Zhong."

To find these people, he needed to make a new plan.

Nan Qiao was surprised by Nan Shan’s candid admission and sensed he had other thoughts and plans.

Nan Qiao didn’t press further; it was rare enough that Nan Shan came to her about Professor Zhong’s matter.

"Nan Shan, you are an independent individual with things you want to do. But you must stay safe and not always throw yourself into danger; it’s too risky."

"Master, I understand. I won’t do it again."

Nan Qiao: "Professor Zhong deserved his fate. With him alive, more people would have been harmed."

At that moment, the heavy burden on Nan Shan’s heart was lifted.

As long as the Master doesn’t blame him.

The Master was really good to him, too good!

On Nan Shan’s face was a joyful smile, looking refreshed and shaking off the gloom.

"Master, I thought you would blame me."

Nan Qiao smiled: "You didn’t do anything wrong, why would I blame you."

Nan Shan recalled something and sincerely said, "Master, I saw my experimental data. My physical condition has slipped from their control. Master, if one day you can’t control me either, and I commit heinous acts, I hope you can end it for me. Master, you must not relent."

He hoped that day would never come.

Despite his thoughts, some things couldn’t be stopped once they arrived.

Nan Qiao was stunned, rendered speechless, her mood incredibly heavy.

Nan Shan lifted the corners of his mouth, portraying a carefree manner, looking very composed: "Master, the fact I’ve lived this long is a borrowed time. Without you, I wouldn’t be here today. Master, you gave me my life, and you have the right to take it back."

"Nan Shan, don’t be so pessimistic. There’s not much wrong with your physical condition; don’t overthink it."

"Master, I’m not overthinking it. I’m talking about potential future incidents."

Nan Shan poured Nan Qiao a cup of water and handed it to her with both hands.

Nan Qiao was overwhelmed by Nan Shan’s actions, unsure what he intended, utterly bewildered.

Nan Qiao frowned, increasingly perplexed, watching him anxiously.

"Nan Shan, are you leaving your last words? What exactly are you planning? Did those people contact you?"

Nan Shan: "No, I’m just giving you a heads up, just in case."

Seeing that Nan Shan was unwilling to discuss it, Nan Qiao did not press further.

Asking too much when he didn’t want to say would yield nothing.

...

Nan Qiao went to the lab, intending to pry information about Nan Shan from Zheng Qinnian.

Zheng Qinnian was baffled after hearing what Nan Qiao said.

"Qiaoqiao, I haven’t heard any of this, and Nan Shan never mentioned it to me."

Nan Qiao: "It seems he hasn’t told anyone, keeping everything in his heart."

Zheng Qinnian: "I never expected Nan Shan to hide it so well, orchestrating Professor Zhong’s death himself."

Previously, he had never seen that kind of intellect and guts in Nan Shan.

Personally killing his nemesis must have been a rush.

If he wants such a rush in the future, will he kill again?

Zheng Qinnian shuddered; he realized he was overthinking.

"Qiaoqiao, since Nan Shan has preemptively told you about future situations, he must have other plans."

"So do me a favor with Houzi and visit him often, subtly probing to see what exactly he’s planning."

"Alright, I’ll definitely keep a close watch on his every move."

At this moment, Wan Sang came out wearing a white coat.

Seeing Nan Qiao there, Wan Sang’s eyes lit up as he walked towards Nan Qiao with excitement and joy.

"Nan Qiao, you’re here." Wan Sang greeted her enthusiastically as if meeting a long-lost relative.

Nan Qiao: "Thank you for your help."

"You’re welcome; this is all I’m supposed to do. My life is yours, so these small matters are nothing. Helping you is my honor."

Wan Sang beamed with delight: "The worms have been eradicated; now it depends on whether Li Ye will wake up. Once awake, will he divulge useful information?"

Helping Nan Qiao would be wonderful!

She also wanted to realize her value!

She wanted to return to her former state, to be the confident, omnipotent Wan Sang again!

Working with Nan Qiao, the atmosphere was great. There was no scheming against each other; everyone was genuine, and she liked it here.

Nan Qiao: "Thank you; you’ve done me a great favor."

Wan Sang shyly asked, "Can I stay here for good? I can’t go back anyway. I’ll work in the lab, with room and board provided. Is that okay?"

Nan Qiao laughed: "Doesn’t that seem like I’m taking advantage of you?"

Wan Sang wasn’t just any doctor; room and board alone? That deal was too low.

Nan Qiao: "As for the compensation, I’ll have Professor Zheng discuss it with you. In any case, I won’t let you lose out."

Nan Qiao sincerely treated each friend around her.

At this moment, Nan Qiao received a call from the hospital bodyguard.

"Young Lady, Mei Tian Sha Zi and Li Tianyi are here, clamoring to visit the old Mr. Li."