Chapter 2459 2459: Sibling Rivalry
Half an hour after Chen Yining left, he received a call from someone sent by Chen Ruchang, asking him to return to the ward, saying there was an important matter to discuss. Chen Yining, who hadn’t reached home yet, quickly instructed the driver to go back to the hospital.
This time, Chen Yining stayed in the ward for nearly an hour.
The last time he left, although his complexion was not good, it was far better compared to this time.
Upon leaving this time, Chen Yining’s face was ashen, and his body was on the verge of collapse.
When he got off the elevator and sat in the car, he leaned back wearily in the rear seat.
While Chen Yining was leaving the ward in a dejected state, Ling Ruonan was “meeting” with Chen Yiping in a very discreet location.
It was Chen Yiping who arranged to meet Ling Ruonan, saying there was a very urgent matter to discuss with her.
After much consideration, Ling Ruonan decided to agree to meet with Chen Yiping.
She disguised herself and met the equally disguised Chen Yiping in an absolutely safe place.
Today, Chen Yiping and Chen Yihe were also interviewed by people under Wu Dongfang.
Wu Dongfang himself interrogated Chen Yining and Chen Yijing, while his deputy spoke with Chen Yihe and Chen Yiping.
The questions asked were not much different.
Chen Yiping told Ling Ruonan everything and shared his suspicions. He informed Ling Ruonan that Chen Yining and Chen Yijing were likely in trouble, as Wu Dongfang had already gathered much evidence of their illegal and disciplinary violations.
Chen Yihe and Chen Yiping had been preparing for their plans over the years, keeping their actions clean.
They were only implicated by Chen Yining and Chen Yijing, which led to the interviews by Wu Dongfang’s people.
They didn’t have much to confess, and Wu Dongfang’s people did not give them a hard time either.
But Chen Yiping knew that Chen Yining and Chen Yijing would definitely have problems.
Because they were aware of many things that Chen Yining and Chen Yijing had done.
If Chen Yining and Chen Yijing faced trouble, their opportunity would come.
After all, besides Chen Yining and Chen Yijing, they held the highest positions among the Chen family’s offspring.
Therefore, he immediately sought out Ling Ruonan to discuss matters, hoping she would help reveal things more clearly and encourage those aiming at the Chen family to act more decisively.
Ling Ruonan understood Chen Yiping’s intentions, but she did not express any opinion, only saying she was aware and would inform others.
Ling Ruonan’s lack of immediate response left Chen Yiping a bit disappointed.
But he didn’t show any dissatisfaction in front of Ling Ruonan, only stating that Chen Yining and Chen Yijing had indeed gone too far.
He also told Ling Ruonan that while in office, Chen Yining and Chen Yijing had done many disgraceful things.
He secretly kept evidence of some of these actions, and if necessary, he would produce the evidence.
“At that time, you can submit anonymously!” Ling Ruonan reminded Chen Yiping, “Though people might commend you for putting justice over family, it could still leave a negative impression on many. For the sake of your future, you must proceed cautiously.”
“Thank you for your advice, Ling Jie, I will remember!” Chen Yiping expressed appreciation.
They didn’t stay long, separating after clarifying the issue.
After parting ways with Chen Yiping, Ling Ruonan instructed the driver to circle a couple of times to ensure no one was following, before resuming normal travel.
Tonight, she planned to visit her parents and have dinner with them.
Upon reaching Ling Mingrui’s villa, she was surprised to see Ling Zhengping, whom she hadn’t seen for several days, also there.
Ling Zhengping wasn’t alone; his wife and son had also come.
Seeing Ling Ruonan enter, Wu Yanning quickly came forward and warmly took her arm.
Ling Haining also came over to greet her.
Upon hearing the movement, Xie Enhua, busy in the kitchen, came out.
“Nannan’s here!” Xie Enhua greeted with a smile, “You all have a chat first; the old man hasn’t returned yet. I’ll handle things in the kitchen for now and then join you to talk later.”
Ling Ruonan had originally intended to help in the kitchen but, hearing Xie Enhua’s words, decided to sit down in the living room instead.
“Brother, how come you’re here today? Haven’t seen you for a while!” Ling Ruonan greeted Ling Zhengping, who was sitting and drinking tea in the living room.
“Why couldn’t I come?” Ling Zhengping seemed a bit annoyed, “My parents live here!”
Ling Ruonan didn’t expect Ling Zhengping to answer like this, and was momentarily stunned, but she didn’t mind. Instead, she replied with a smile, “That’s not what I meant. Dad and Mom said you’ve been busy lately and haven’t come over for dinner for quite some time.”
Wu Yanning quickly mediated, smiling as she patted Ling Ruonan’s arm, saying, “It’s Mom who called us over, mentioning you’d be here today. More people make for a livelier atmosphere.”
Ling Zhengping glanced at Wu Yanning but didn’t say much.
“I’ll go help in the kitchen!” Wu Yanning sensibly stood up and then called out to Ling Haining sitting there, “Haining, it seems there’s no more drinks at Grandpa and Grandma’s place. Go and instruct someone to send some over.”
Ling Haining also understood the situation and immediately went out with Wu Yanning.
Only Ling Ruonan and Ling Zhengping remained in the living room.
“Brother, I came today to discuss recent events with Dad.” Ling Ruonan openly told Ling Zhengping, “When Ziling and I were in the Northwest, they sent people to attack, and I won’t let this matter rest. Whoever wants our lives, we will fight back fiercely.”
“Are you threatening me!” Ling Zhengping’s face changed.
“Surely you’re not involved in these things too, Brother?” Ling Ruonan chuckled, “Otherwise, why be so nervous?”
Ling Zhengping’s face changed again, but he didn’t say anything, only snorted coldly.
Ling Zhengping’s attitude prompted Ling Ruonan to also change her expression. She spoke coldly, “Brother, if you insist on taking Ling’er’s life, then don’t blame me for being ruthless. Let’s put it out there; if you’re involved in this matter, I will not rest either.”
“Are you planning to act against your own brother?” Ling Zhengping sneered, “If you can, then go ahead and do it!”
Ling Ruonan’s face changed again, becoming very cold, and her words grew sharper: “If a brother and uncle like you can repeatedly act against your own sister and nephew without restraint, then it’s not excessive for us to counter with the same means. I agree with something Ziling said, why should only bad people do bad things, and good people can’t occasionally do bad things?”
Without waiting for Ling Zhengping’s response, Ling Ruonan added, “Later, I’ll tell Mom and Dad exactly what we discussed and have them judge!”
“Suit yourself!” Ling Zhengping replied coldly.
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