On the other end of the phone, Nie Wuming remained silent for a long time before saying, “You’re right, sister. I can’t believe I didn’t think of this. If Nie Linglong has returned without fear, it must be because she’s confident we have no evidence. If I were to take action against her now, it would be our problem. The elders and the higher-ups have always been inclined towards Nie Linglong. Thankfully, I called you; otherwise, I’d have fallen into her trap. Damn it!”
Ye Wanwan was somewhat speechless. Nie Wuming was too impulsive, but in the end, he would suffer the consequences.
“So, what should we do now? Shouldn’t we try to find some evidence first?” Nie Wuming asked.
“Don’t worry, Nie Linglong wouldn’t dare to return if she thought you could find any evidence. We should act as if nothing’s wrong for now,” Ye Wanwan replied.
“Act as if nothing’s wrong?” Nie Wuming was puzzled.
“Yes, Nie Linglong must be counting on you to make a move against her. Let’s play it cool and see who’s leading whom by the nose. It might not be her,” Ye Wanwan said with a cold smile.
The next morning, Ye Wanwan received a call from Mrs. Nie, urging her to come over for an important discussion.
At the Nie residence…
Mrs. Nie and the head of the Nie family sat on the sofa, while Nie Linglong stood by obediently. “Father, Mother, don’t worry. While you’re away, I’ll take good care of everything.”
“Especially your brother. Keep an eye on him and don’t let him get into trouble again,” Mrs. Nie admonished, worried.
Nie Wuming was lying on the sofa, shaking his legs, playing games. Upon hearing this, he raised his head and complained, “Mom, can’t you think well of me for once?”
Mrs. Nie gave him a stern look. “You should give me reasons to think well of you!”
Nie Wuming muttered to himself, thinking he should be the one to get a DNA test; he couldn’t possibly be their biological child.
Nie Linglong glanced at a servant nearby, who promptly brought over a large number of exquisite and high-end gift boxes.
Nie Linglong spoke, “Mother, I brought back some ginseng, bird’s nest, and supplements specifically from Hua Country. You and Father have been working so hard; you must take good care of your health.”
Mrs. Nie nodded approvingly, “You’re considerate.”
The head of the Nie family looked at the obedient and sensible Nie Linglong, his expression complex. After exposing the false “Wuyou,” he had thoroughly investigated the Nie family but found no traces of wrongdoing. This trip to Jin City was an opportunity to investigate further.
Suddenly, there were cheerful footsteps at the door.
Ye Wanwan entered with a plastic bag, wearing a smile on her face. “Mom, Dad!”
Hearing their daughter’s soft voice, Mrs. Nie’s dignified and noble expression was replaced with joy and affection as she immediately walked over to greet her. “Wanwan, you’re back!”
Mrs. Nie noticed what Ye Wanwan was holding and asked casually, “Wanwan, what do you have in your hand?”
Ye Wanwan eagerly unwrapped the tightly sealed items from the aluminum foil and said, “These are grilled skewers from a famous street vendor in the south of the city. I waited in line for two hours to get them. I was afraid they’d get cold, so I rushed all the way back. They’re still piping hot now! Mom, Dad, give them a try!”