If You Could Hear My Heart
Chapter 1141 - Chapter 1141 Chapter 1141 The Plot Thickens

Chapter 1141: Chapter 1141: The Plot Thickens Chapter 1141: Chapter 1141: The Plot Thickens This was his perspective, for he always had clear-cut opinions on love and hatred!

Bai Xuan indulged Bai Man, even secretly sending her to an isolated island overnight, so no one could blame him for being ruthless.

“Achi, if there’s a misunderstanding, clear it up with Uncle Bai!” Zhou Ran said, “It’s better to have a good talk, why resort to such hostility?”

“No.” Shen Chi replied resolutely.

Bai Xuan felt somewhat embarrassed, his face showing a hint of discomfort.

“Uncle Bai, please go back. Also, don’t talk about favors in front of my father anymore. I have already repaid Bai Family’s favor five years ago, and we are even!” Shen Chi stated, “I will show no mercy over this.”

That incident five years ago had almost cost him Chaomu, a price too great to bear.

Shen Chi’s tone was sharp and indifferent, each sentence laden with disdain.

Shen Cexian no longer wanted to say anything, knowing that he could not persuade Shen Chi, and Zhou Ran simply chose to remain silent.

As for the Bai Family, they could only hope for the best.

“Cexian…” Bai Xuan began.

“A wise man submits to circumstances.” Shen Chi interrupted him abruptly.

“…” Bai Xuan was utterly unable to retort and slowly stood up.

Eventually, Bai Xuan left the hospital room, returning empty-handed.

Shen Chi glanced at Shen Cexian and bent down to fill his cup with boiled water.

“I won’t let him in again,” Shen Chi declared.

“You shouldn’t treat your Uncle Bai like that!” Shen Cexian exclaimed.

“If he’s unwilling to let his daughter take responsibility, then he, as a father, must bear it,” Shen Chi replied coldly.

“What has Manman done?” Zhou Ran inquired.

“You don’t need to know.”

Having said that, Shen Chi had someone bring in the fruits and gifts they had bought.

After setting down the items, Shen Chi left without saying much.

He had come merely to issue another warning to Bai Xuan.

It was the hottest part of the afternoon, and the hospital grounds were deserted, with rows of cars densely parked outside.

The leaves exuded a lazy aroma, hanging motionless from the branches. Even the cicadas were too lazy to chirp, hiding silently among the leaves. The sun baked the grassland, releasing a strong scent of grass.

Everything had the essence of summer, lengthy and dull.

The grass was lush and the branches were leafy.

Just as Shen Chi was descending the stairs, a man in a white lab coat approached him.

It was none other than Wen Zhiyuan.

Wen Zhiyuan always appeared refined and gentle. He saw Shen Chi and smiled slightly.

“I saw your car long ago.” Wen Zhiyuan approached.

“You are not very conscientious at work either,” Shen Chi said lightly.

“Your car is hard to miss. Here to visit your uncle and aunt?”

“Yes.” Shen Chi did not elaborate.

“Has Chaomu still not been found?” Wen Zhiyuan asked with concern.

Although outsiders were unaware, almost all of Shen Chi’s brothers knew about the matter between him and Xu Chaomu.

“He has been found.”

“Really?” Wen Zhiyuan was surprised, “Why, didn’t you bring him back? Or is he unwilling to come back with you? I guess it’s more likely the latter.”

“Shut up!”

Wen Zhiyuan smiled, “Coddle him a bit. I know Chaomu’s personality, sharp-tongued but soft-hearted. You mustn’t be too forceful.”

Shen Chi sized him up and narrowed his eyes, “Do you often charm the nurses like this?”

“Wen Zhiyuan felt that whatever he said was wrong.”

“Save your tricks for yourself!” Shen Chi disdainfully said.

“Then figure it out yourself. I heard you banished Xiao Mo to Africa?”

“A promotion exercise.”

Wen Zhiyuan laughed.

“I’m very busy, I’ll leave first. But, Wen Zhiyuan, I warn you, stop playing tricks with the young nurse,” Shen Chi said coldly.

“Mr. Shen, you should provide evidence when you speak.”

Shen Chi snorted coldly, “I see your tricks are getting deeper.”

“I guess… it’s because I’ve spent too much time with you.”

Shen Chi gave another cold laugh and ignored Wen Zhiyuan as he walked to his car.

He still trusted Wen Zhiyuan; otherwise, he would have made him suffer.

…

Those days, Shen Chi was busy with the acquisition of the Bai Family. As soon as the court summons were issued, the trial soon took place.

Bai Xuan also hired very good lawyers, but most of them were afraid to take Bai Xuan’s case after hearing about Lawyer Chen from Shen Chi’s side.

Everyone in the legal circle knew Lawyer Chen; he had never lost a case he took on.

Moreover, given Shen Chi’s financial and social resources, fighting a lawsuit against Shen Chi was like throwing an egg against a rock.

Bai Xuan hired lawyers just to buy time.

Regardless, he still had to try.

As for those compromising photos related to Xu Chaomu, he ultimately didn’t dare to publish them; he was indeed wary of Shen Shihan.

The case of financial delinquency caused a sensation in C City, and when the trial began, reporters surrounded the courthouse inside and out.

Shen Chi did not appear personally; instead, Secretary Ruan Hang went on his behalf.

Xiao Mo still paid attention to the matter; during those days, he often called from South Africa to discuss with Ruan Hang, though he did not call Shen Chi.

Since his move to South Africa, he hadn’t made a single call to Shen Chi.

Of course, Shen Chi didn’t have any reason to contact him either.

The two seemed to have locked horns, not bothering with each other.

But Xiao Mo still cared about the situation, and most importantly, he was concerned about Xu Chaomu.

Since Xiao Mo was originally in charge of this matter, Ruan Hang discussed everything in great detail and sought his advice.

Xiao Mo would give pointers, and also tell him which parts of the contract were critical weak points, lethal in one blow.

Ruan Hang listened carefully and refuted Bai Xuan vigorously during the trial.

The case was sensationally popular, broadcasted repeatedly by major television stations.

With Shen Family and Bai Family involved, gossip news naturally sprouted like bamboo shoots after rain.

Recently, someone had even snapped photos of Shen Chi with Bai Man, so there were speculations that Shen Chi might be using Bai Man…

But speculation was just speculation, and no one could be sure.

During this time, the case dominated the headlines.

Of course, a single trial session wouldn’t resolve anything, but it heightened the case’s profile as all media outlets followed closely.

Because of suspected financial fraud and malicious defaulting, Bai Xuan was subjected to house arrest.

Shen Chi was quite pleased with this outcome, especially with Jiang Zhilan in his clutch, reaping benefits like a fisherman.

Meanwhile, Bai Xuan had appealed against Shen Chi, accusing him of illegally detaining Jiang Zhilan.

But the court personnel ignored Bai Xuan, citing insufficient evidence, and dismissed it again.

During house arrest, Bai Xuan couldn’t go anywhere, nor could he seek further help.

That day, a Sunday evening, the sky was filled with flashing lightning and roars of thunder, soon followed by a torrential downpour.

The strong wind caused the branches to rustle loudly, accompanied occasionally by clangs, as the fierce wind howled.

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