Chapter 144 - Chapter 144: Investigation
Chapter 144: Investigation
Translator: Dragon Boat Translation Editor: Dragon Boat Translation
Meng Yu, the woman who had managed to eliminate Song Fan’s mother and captivate her father into marrying her, clearly possessed a cunning and resourceful nature. From the moment she entered the Song Family, she had determined to secure her position within it.
Her initial approach was to ingratiate herself with Mrs. Song and create an illusion of friendship. Subsequently, she orchestrated a plan involving Song Yin drugging Song Fan. Under this scheme, Mrs. Song tragically died in a car accident, while Song Fan was dispatched to the countryside.
Once she entered the Song Family’s company, she strategically approached Song Yi. Although he, a man mourning his late wife, initially had no intentions of remarrying, Meng Yu displayed remarkable business acumen that drew his attention.
Her feigned helplessness and the claim that Song Yin was pitiable without her father, and her in-laws wouldn’t accept Song Yin.
Song Yi, desiring a mother figure for his children, agreed to a sham marriage, and they held a modest wedding ceremony. From that point on, she assumed the role of Mrs. Song, garnering the envy of others and the respect of her stepsons.
Despite attaining the riches and prestige she yearned for, Meng Yu remained unsatisfied with her circumstances. Song Yi’s heart still belonged to his late wife, and they maintained a separate existence.
Her stepsons’ respect, though valuable, wasn’t enough. To secure her financial stability, she needed to take control of the Song Corporation. Additionally, she wanted Song Yin to marry into a wealthy family, enhancing her bargaining position. This was why she consistently instilled these ideas in her daughter.
Meng Yu harbored no concerns for Song Fan, who had spent years abandoned in the countryside. In her view, Song Fan was likely turned into a rustic villager. However, her daughter was trying to remove Song Fan directly.
She hadn’t anticipated that Song Yin would choose such a reckless course of action. Attempting to reassure her daughter, Meng Yu said, “Don’t worry, just shift the blame to anyone else. Song Fan has accumulated many enemies in the past, so no one will suspect you.”
Song Yin still felt a degree of anxiety and voiced her concern, “But what if my brothers don’t believe me?”
Meng Yu smiled confidently and replied, “They will unquestionably believe you. The memories of Song Fan’s childhood misdeeds are etched deeply in their minds. Just bring up those events from your youth, and they’ll distance themselves from Song Fan.”
Song Yin nodded and affirmed, “I understand, Mommy.”
Curious about recent developments at home, Meng Yu inquired further. However, Song Yin chose not to disclose everything, opting to handle the situation on her own. She was unaware that her secrecy would inadvertently lead to further complications.
Meng Yu didn’t anticipate Song Yin’s reticence. Continuing her inquiry, she asked, “How have things been between you and Fu Nian recently?”
“He’s doing well, just a bit busy lately,” Song Yin responded vaguely.
She was well aware of her mother’s desire for her to marry Fu Nian, considering him the most suitable match. However, when she contrasted Fu Nian’s qualities with Gu Zhuo’s striking appearance and Gu Chen’s noble demeanor, she found Fu Nian lacking.
Meng Yu issued a directive, saying, “Treat Fu Nian well and make an effort to make him fall in love with you. Even if that doesn’t succeed, I have other methods. Marrying him will enable you to have control over Song Fan for the rest of your life.”
This notion incited anger within Song Yin. Given the close relationship between Song Fan and Gu Chen, if they were to truly become a couple, Fu
Nian’s status wouldn’t suffice. She needed to devise an alternative strategy.
This marked the first instance of disagreement between her and her mother, and Meng Yu remained unaware of her daughter’s changing sentiments.
Once Song Fan left the alley, Song Ting also emerged but chose not to depart immediately. Instead, he lingered and observed a group of individuals rushing in and out, carrying boxes.
After some time, they departed in haste. There was not a trace of blood or any corpses left in the alley; the cleanup was executed with remarkable professionalism.
From a medical perspective, Song Ting found it impressive. Upon returning to the hospital, he picked up the phone and said, “Song Huai, help me investigate Song Fan’s experiences over these past years.”
“Why does Big Brother want to investigate her?” Song Huai, who didn’t hold a favorable opinion of Song Fan, responded reluctantly.
Without delving into specifics, Song Ting simply instructed, “Just look into it and report the findings to me.”
“Alright, then. I don’t understand what there is to investigate about her.” Song Huai reluctantly agreed.
Song Ting couldn’t resist adding, “Whenever you find the time, you should visit home and take a look. Song Fan has indeed changed.”
“I won’t go back. She’s been causing trouble since she was young and even caused our mother’s death. I don’t want to see her again in this lifetime,” Song Huai coldly declared.
Among the four siblings, the third brother, Song Huai, held the strongest disdain for Song Fan. It wasn’t the kind of aversion that Song Kai felt whenever he encountered her; rather, he had no desire to see her at all. He believed that simply looking at her would tarnish his eyes.
As Song Ting sat in contemplation, he couldn’t help but reflect on the events that transpired in the alley earlier in the day. Ignoring the matter entirely didn’t seem feasible, especially since someone had attempted to harm the Song Family. Moreover, Song Yin’s presence at the scene remained a perplexing mystery..