12dz Chapter 185 A Common Problem of Humanity
Chapter 185 A Common Problem of Humanity
Upon hearing this, Ji Ran's whole body stiffened and she clenched her fingers. It took her several seconds to suppress her shock.
"Have you told anyone about this?" Ji Ran asked, with no emotion in his tone.
"I...I told my sister-in-law."
Zeng Yichen answered in a daze. His mind was a mess and he had no idea which step he took was right and which was wrong.
But in her heart, she still tends to believe her sister-in-law. "My sister-in-law is a good person. She won't do anything bad."
Ji Ran didn't respond. She naturally wouldn't trust someone she didn't know.
But it seems that Zeng Yichen's sister-in-law is also standing against Zeng's father and son. What's more, it was she who asked Zeng Yichen to investigate Commander Qi, so she naturally would not take the initiative to send any information, especially things related to Zeng Nian's dark history. She might be silenced if she is not careful.
Seeing that Ji Ran did not blame him, Zeng Yichen breathed a sigh of relief, but then he seemed to remember something and said hurriedly:
"Oh, right, I mentioned Commander Qi to my brother last time, but he looked very nervous. He must know something!"
Ji Ran rolled his eyes speechlessly.
Of course Zeng Yan knew the inside story, otherwise how could he do such a series of weird things to her?
"But," Zeng Yichen still couldn't figure it out: "...that...he...why does he look exactly like Commander Qi from 20 years ago?"
"What do you think?" Ji Ran asked back, with an ambiguous look in his eyes.
Zeng Yichen didn't expect her to ask back, and couldn't think of an answer for a moment, so he could only state it based on his previous guess from the conversation with An Lian:
"According to my sister-in-law, Commander Qi should have long since passed away. So, this could only be Commander Qi's descendant?"
Ji Ran did not deny it, but just narrowed his eyes secretly.
It seems that Zeng Yichen's sister-in-law knows a lot. Combined with what Zeng Yichen said before about the ex-wife of the Zeng family, it was his sister-in-law who told him. In all likelihood, these things are also related to Zeng's mother.
They knew that Qi Mu was long gone, so did that mean that they also probably knew about the inhumane crimes that Zeng Nian had committed against Qi Mu?
Even if you don't know everything, you must have made a guess based on some evidence.
That's why An Lian asked Zeng Yichen to find a way to find information about Qi Mu in the military camp.
Do you want to use this as evidence to overthrow Zeng Nian?
"...Is that right?" Zeng Yichen asked again when she didn't answer.
Ji Ran glanced at him again and said, "If you think so, then so be it."
Zeng Yichen listened to these obviously perfunctory words and realized that she didn't want to talk to him about that man, and he still felt a little lonely in his heart.
He knew that Ji Baobei really liked that man, so she didn't reveal a word from beginning to end, just to protect that man.
He also knew that she didn't trust him at all.
So he must stick to his beliefs and make Ji Baobei believe that he is really not a bad person!
Ji Ran naturally had no time to pay attention to Zeng Yichen's mental journey.
She was just annoyed. It seemed that more and more people were involved in this matter, and the situation was obviously out of control. The most urgent task was to get back the ring that belonged to Qi Mu.
She couldn't help but look up at Zeng Yichen again, wondering if she could borrow his hand to get it back.
After all, he is a member of the Zeng family, closest to Zeng Nian, and the one who is most trusted by Zeng Nian.
But in just two seconds, she gave up the idea.
After all, Zeng Nian is his biological father. If the truth is revealed, according to Zeng Nian's character, Zeng Yichen will probably not be able to escape the bad luck. If the truth is revealed, Zeng Yichen will become the most direct executioner to bring down Zeng Nian.
Can a fragile person like Zeng Yichen bear this result?
Obviously not.
Ji Ran didn't want to be such a unscrupulous person, and she didn't want Qi Mu's resurrection to be tainted with any stain.
The most important thing is that this idiot’s brain cannot be trusted.
Zeng Yichen looked at that stunningly beautiful face, coupled with that truly mismatched look of extreme disdain. He twisted his body uncomfortably, and after much hesitation, he finally asked the question deep in his heart:
"...Did you do that on purpose last time at my house?"
Ji Ran was stunned for a moment, not expecting him to mention this matter, but he raised his eyebrows with interest.
"What if it is?"
"But... why?" Zeng Yichen asked in confusion, "What good will this do for you? If Miss Jiang hadn't happened to record the evidence, your reputation would have been completely ruined. Even if you don't care, this matter won't benefit you at all."
After a second of silence, Ji Ran said, "Do you know what the common problem among humans is?"
Zeng Yichen shook his head in confusion.
"That is, love complicates simple things."
Ji Ran didn't confess, but he didn't hide it either. "When you do something, you naturally want to gain something. As for what you gain, isn't the result very clear?"
Zeng Yichen nodded thoughtfully, but still had no clue.
What was so clear? Thinking back to that day, Ji Baobei deliberately allowed himself to be publicly framed? He deliberately allowed himself to be criticized and cursed by everyone? And then he deliberately fell into the water and got soaked?
It's obviously all bad luck, so what have you gained?
"Okay, let's go back." Ji Ran said, and stood up and walked towards the door.
She didn't care whether Zeng Yichen could figure it out or not, her hints were just enough anyway.
Zeng Yichen had no choice but to follow him out.
While the two were waiting for the elevator, Zeng Yichen suddenly said, "Thank you."
Ji Ran glanced at him inexplicably.
"Thank you for saving Miss Jiang that day." Zeng Yichen added, his words very sincere.
Ji Ran was even more confused. Why did she save Jiang Baishen's sister Guan Zeng Yichen?
Seeing that she didn't reply, Zeng Yichen didn't say anything more, but he unconsciously raised the corners of his lips.
I just realized today that after he stopped harboring fantasies about Ji Baobei, she seemed to no longer be so cold.
The elevator arrived and they both walked in at the same time.
"I heard..." This time it was Ji Ran who suddenly spoke, "Your adopted sister broke her leg some time ago?"
Zeng Yichen was stunned. He hadn't expected Ji Ran to suddenly mention the insane woman who was so far removed from the topic. He answered honestly, "Well, although she needs to stay in bed to recuperate, the fall was pretty minor overall."
After all, I still have the energy to lie in bed and act out a sad scene.
Hearing this emotionless answer, Ji Ran was not surprised at all. He just said secretly, "That's good. There's still room for improvement."
"Ah?" Zeng Yichen was confused. What good would it be if that scheming woman made trouble?
Ji Ran smiled maliciously and opened his hand towards Zeng Yichen, "Your phone."
Although Zeng Yichen was confused, he still took out his usual mobile phone and handed it to Ji Ran without any precautions.