Jin Ye's expression was somewhat dazed. Since the paternity test had been done, he had harbored this suspicion in his heart.
However, with the truth laid bare before him, he felt a complex mix of emotions.
Especially since they were twins, and yet, he had no memory of this person ever existing. What exactly had happened back then, and how could even his mother not know she had given birth to two children?
"Could it be that after your mother gave birth, your brother was also secretly taken away?"
Su Ding guessed, as it was the only explanation that made sense.
Jin Ye shook his head, indicating he didn't know either. "We need to go back and ask my father about this matter as soon as possible and get his thoughts on it."
"However, I heard from the subordinates watching Jin Ling that Jin Ling requested to see me. I plan to visit him this afternoon and find out what's going on."
Su Ding nodded, "Then let's leave now."
After Jin Ye finished instructing Luo Zhu on work matters, he drove Su Ding to the old Jin family residence.
At the old Jin family residence at this moment, the atmosphere was incredibly delicate.
Jin He sat on the sofa, smoking one cigarette after another, his handsome features appearing and disappearing in the smoke, making him even more captivating.
He Qing, on the other hand, wore a seductive red dress and sat elegantly before him, her gaze towards Jin He betraying a hint of affection.
"Brother Jin He, about last night... I won't pursue it. Let's not tell Sister Qin about this; I'm afraid she'll misunderstand us."
"Besides, Sister Qin is still angry, and I fear she might do something impulsive again."
Jin He's expression grew even more somber, and he remained silent.
He seemed reluctant to discuss what happened last night.
"Brother Jin He, are you angry with me? I don't know. You drank too much last night, and you mistook me for Sister Qin. I don't blame you. Please don't ignore me, okay? I'm very panicked. Last night, I actually... it was my first time."
He Qing managed to squeeze out a few tears, appearing so vulnerable.
She slowly began to sob, "Fine, since you're ignoring me, I'll leave now."
Saying this, she covered her face and was about to run outside.
Jin He frowned, then with a stern face, he grabbed He Qing's wrist and pulled her back, "That's not what I meant."
He sighed, looking utterly exhausted. "I asked someone to call Zhao Qin yesterday, but Zhao Qin never answered. She's never gone out alone before, and I don't know where she's gone. I'm worried she's in danger."
Jin He spoke languidly, partly explaining his silence, and partly trying to alleviate his own anxiety.
However, these words caused He Qing's expression to contort for a moment.
How could he still be thinking of that old woman at a time like this? What was so great about Zhao Qin?
However, she quickly put on a caring and gentle demeanor, wiped her tears, and said softly, "You're right, where would Sister Qin go?"
"Brother Jin He, don't worry for now. Sister Qin should be fine. If something happens, someone will contact us," He Qing comforted him gently.
"Actually, Sister Qin might have deliberately hidden herself to make you worry. We are both women, and I understand Sister Qin. She might just be too proud..."
"Mm."
Jin He nodded and continued smoking.
He Qing glanced at him, hesitated for a moment, and then said softly, "You shouldn't put too much pressure on yourself. How about I give you a massage? I learned it abroad."
Jin He looked at her, his expressionless face rejecting her offer. "No, thank you."
"You should go back and rest."
He Qing felt a pang of impatience but couldn't show it. Just as she was contemplating how to get closer to Jin He, footsteps approached.
At this moment, Jin Ye and Su Ding had been standing at the doorway for a while, having overheard everything that had just transpired.
It was Zhang Ma who had deliberately stopped them.
Hearing this, Jin Ye could barely contain himself and pulled Su Ding along as he walked in.
Even though his demeanor had become reserved and steady over the years.
But hearing about his mother's disappearance and his father sleeping with another woman, he could no longer stand idly by.
"Dad."
Jin Ye's greeting drew the attention of the two people on the sofa.
Jin He's expression shifted subtly for a moment. He stubbed out his cigarette and stood up, looking at his son and daughter-in-law, and said solemnly, "You're back."
Jin Ye cast a cold glance at He Qing before turning to his father, "I have something to tell you."
Seeing his son's grave expression, Jin He nodded, "Let's go to the study."
He then glanced at Su Ding.
"Ding Ding, sit down here for a while. Call Zhang Ma if you need anything."
Su Ding had a good impression of her father-in-law, and she nodded, "Okay, thank you, Dad."
Jin He's gaze swept over He Qing again.
He Qing proactively said, "Brother Jin, you go up. Don't worry about things down here; I'll take good care of Ding Ding."
This display of a hostess's demeanor made Su Ding frown slightly.
Jin Ye suppressed his displeasure even more, saying sternly, "Dad, let's go up."
"Ding Ding, please take care of Miss He."
As Jin He and Jin Ye went upstairs, Su Ding turned her attention back to He Qing.
He Qing gave her a sweet smile and then added, "Ding Ding, please sit. I'll pour you a cup of tea."
"No need to trouble yourself. You sit, and I also have something to ask you."
Su Ding thwarted her little schemes and sat on the sofa, appraising He Qing with a smile.
He Qing's appearance now was completely different from before her plastic surgery.
If she had been an energetic young woman before, she was now a charming and alluring woman.
If she hadn't known the truth, she would have truly believed they were two different people.
"What is it, Ding Ding? If you need any help, tell me, and I'll help you too," He Qing proactively sat in front of Su Ding, acting very gentle and understanding.
Su Ding simply smiled.
Jiang Jia Yi hadn't changed; she still loved to pretend.
Back then, to get Jin Ye, she had approached her through her, becoming best friends with her, and then gradually winning over Jin Ye.
It was the same now.
Only the target had changed to Jin Ye's father.
Heh, how interesting.
"It's nothing particularly important. It's just that after seeing Miss He Qing, I'm always reminded of an old acquaintance. Although your appearances are quite different, the feeling you give me is very similar."
Su Ding said with a smile.
Upon hearing this, the gentle smile on He Qing's face faltered for a moment. She then suppressed her shock and put on an expression of surprise, "Oh, really? That's quite a coincidence. May I know the name of that acquaintance?"