Chapter 233 You Just Need To Be Heartless Towards Me

In just half a day, the matter hit the headlines, attracting intense attention.

Firstly, Xia Wei Liang's popularity was undeniable, and it was precisely her frequent appearances on trending topics that led to strong resentment from some netizens, escalating into baseless attacks.

Secondly, the issue with the Guo family remained unresolved. Though greedy and scheming, they were still blood relatives, a fact that could not be refuted. Those who had previously joined in the vocal criticism were simply accustomed to judging without looking at the core of the matter.

Therefore, seeing Bao Fang tragically jump to her death in front of her own daughter naturally led to elaborate family dramas being imagined.

As a result, the spotlight turned once more towards those they had previously defended.

Ji Huan protected Xia Wei Liang exceptionally well, personally escorting her back to her apartment. After briefing the building's security, she arranged for Song Yuan and Nuo Mi to stay by Xia Wei Liang's side before attending to these matters herself.

"Wei Wei Jie… you shouldn't be too sad, this has nothing to do with you."

Song Yuan was peeling an apple, then sliced and arranged it on a plate, inserting toothpicks. "Since she knew her time was limited, she might as well have staged an accident to ensure her husband and son wouldn't worry about their livelihood for the rest of their lives. Heh, what a well-executed staged accident."

Nuo Mi looked at her in shock. "Is… is that really how it is? Then she's… she's too cruel! But, what about Wei Wei Jie? Isn't she her daughter too?"

Song Yuan raised her eyes. "I didn't think much of it before, but now I'm starting to suspect. A birth mother acting like this is truly one of a kind."

"You mean…"

Nuo Mi gasped and turned to look at Xia Wei Liang, who, however, remained calmer than anyone else.

Song Yuan turned her gaze to look directly at her. "Do you want me to investigate for you?"

Nuo Mi nodded vigorously beside her. "Yes, yes, how could we forget Brother Yuan's original profession? She's a private investigator!"

Xia Wei Liang suddenly said, "I once had a similar dream. In the dream, I could have lived a carefree and magnificent life, but I was forced into a dead end by so-called blood ties, becoming paranoid, volatile, and irritable, hurting only those who truly cared about me. After waking up, I understood that to prove myself, I had to become stronger. However…"

She looked at the two of them, word by word. "I still don't understand. She'd rather lose her life to destroy me. She gave birth to me, she despised me, and in the end, she's the one who hates me… What exactly did I do wrong?"

Nuo Mi looked at her with concern. "Wei Wei Jie, if you want to cry, just cry it out!"

Xia Wei Liang shook her head, exceptionally calm. "I didn't investigate some things because I didn't want to waste time on these people! But now they've provoked me again and again, and I absolutely won't let them off!"

"I'll help you," Song Yuan said, as usual, being fierce with few words.

After venting her emotions, Xia Wei Liang felt much better, and her mind became clearer.

She looked at the two of them again and said, "Bao Fang is blood type A."

Nuo Mi's expression changed slightly, and she whispered, "Wei Wei Jie is blood type B…"

Song Yuan: "So, if Liu Wan Quan is your biological father, he could only be blood type AB or B."

The three exchanged glances. Xia Wei Liang added, "The Xia and Guo families had their DNA tested before. I saw the reports, and they were indeed from authoritative institutions."

Nuo Mi didn't understand. "Then Wei Wei Jie is still the Guo family's daughter?"

Song Yuan shook her head. "Not necessarily. Even the most authoritative institutions are subject to human manipulation. As long as there are people involved, there's a possibility of falsification. If there was indeed a problem in some环节, it's most likely the Guo family's doing, as the Xia family has no motive."

Song Yuan stood up. "Give me a day."

Knowing what she was going to do, Xia Wei Liang smiled. "Is there a discount for this job?"

Song Yuan looked at her coldly. "Please do something befitting your status as a popular star."

Not long after Song Yuan left, Xia Wei Liang's phone rang.

"Teacher Xiao! You…"

"I'm downstairs."

As Xia Wei Liang went downstairs, wrapped in a large down jacket, she saw the man standing outside the building's entrance.

He wore a black denim jacket with the lapels open, a black hoodie underneath, a matching baseball cap, and a black mask. Tall and lean, he seemed to blend into the night.

Seeing her, the man smiled slightly and opened his arms towards her.

Xia Wei Liang ran over and leaped into his arms like a little kangaroo, her hands clasped tightly around his waist, her cheek rubbing against his chest.

He looked down, his large hand ruffling her hair. "Were you scared?" Su Dan Novel Network

Xia Wei Liang pouted and nodded gently. "She… was right in front of me…"

Xiao Yi's gaze turned cold, but he quickly masked his expression. "I know."

Not wanting to dwell on unpleasant matters, she tilted her face up to look at him. "Why are you here? Aren't you very busy recently?"

"I…"

Her eyes narrowed, and she decisively interrupted him. "Wait a moment!"

On tiptoe, she peered into his open collar. On his neck, near his collarbone, was a bruise that would be almost invisible if not for a close inspection.

"What happened here?" Xia Wei Liang immediately asked sternly.

Xiao Yi grabbed her hand and casually said, "A dog bit me."

"What dog? How big? What breed? Where does it frequent?"

Watching her earnest attempt to help him get revenge, he chuckled. "Let Xiao Lan rest."

"It's rested long enough! It's been hibernating at home, it's time to let it out for some air!"

Xia Wei Liang glanced at the wound on him and quietly chided, "You're all grown up, why are you still fighting with people? Don't forget you're a film emperor."

"If someone has thoughts they shouldn't, I naturally have to teach them how to behave."

Xiao Yi didn't say more, but instead held her hand as they strolled through the complex. "I've already asked Da Yang to stay at the hospital. You should avoid appearing in public for the time being, and don't get involved in anything concerning the Guo family."

"Oh."

Xia Wei Liang pursed her lips. She had intended to tell him about the discussion she had with Brother Yuan and Nuo Mi, but seeing the dark circles under his eyes, she held back.

Finally, she asked, "Teacher Xiao, what have you been busy with recently?"

Xiao Yi had been very low-key lately, only making occasional appearances at movie promotional events. In fact, he hadn't even shown up when everyone collectively reposted Director Zhou's Weibo.

He stopped, turned to face her, and raised his hand to caress her face. "Give me some time, I'll handle everything."

Xia Wei Liang looked at him blankly. He clearly didn't want to elaborate.

So, she lowered her gaze and smiled. "Okay."

During this time, his phone vibrated incessantly.

Xia Wei Liang noticed the annoyance in his eyes and asked nothing, simply slipping her hand into his.

Xiao Yi looked down. His previously indifferent dark eyes gradually curved into a smile, and he tightened his grip on her hand.

Before leaving, he said, "I didn't make a move against the Guo family before because I saw you were in good spirits then and didn't want to cause you trouble. But this matter today, I cannot pretend it didn't happen."

"Xiao Yi…"

He pinched her cheek. "These troubles have nothing to do with you. You just need to be happy and carefree, that's all."

Staring at him blankly, she smiled. "Got it!"

The next second, she proactively hugged him, her forehead resting naturally against his chin. "Xiao Yi, I love you so much."