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Chapter 106 - 106:106, Justifiable Defense
Chapter 106 - 106:106, Justifiable Defense
Chapter 106:106, Justifiable Defense
Translator: 549690339
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A large group of people headed towards the surveillance room in the basement.
The guards quickly got to work.
Soon, the surveillance video began to play.
In the footage, Su Wanwan emerged from the restroom first and appeared in the corridor. Then, Xing Siqing appeared, charged at Su Wanwan and hit her with a bag. Su Wanwan turned around and knocked Xing Siqing to the ground before climbing onto her and giving her a good beating.
Nangong Ci was eye-opened by the scene.
This sister-in-law was really fierce, pulling hair, scratching faces, slapping, and even kicking several times after being pulled away by the crowd.
“You all saw it, right?”
Xing Siqing spoke smugly, “I want her to apologize to me immediately, otherwise, I’ll sue her for intentional injury in court!”
“In this matter, my wife did act improperly.” Huo Jingshen’s tone was deep. “She didn’t know how to control her force which resulted in Siqing being seriously injured. Once we return home, I will definitely teach her a lesson.”
Nangong Ci was taken aback again.
Oh my god, the elder brother took the initiative to apologize for his wife when the situation was unfavorable?
Even though it is wise to act according to the circumstances this doesn’t feel like him at all; such submission was out of character.
This was beyond expectation.
The next second.
“However, according to the surveillance footage, Siqing was the first to attack. From a legal standpoint, when one is attacked, it is lawful to counter with reasonable force to prevent oneself from being harmed. Under such circumstances, any counter-attacks against the attacker are considered legal self-defense and do not constitute any criminal act. Even if we go to court, this video can only prove that my wife acted in self-defense.”
Everyone:”…”
If it weren’t for everyone else’s faces being too remarkable, Nangong Ci would not have been able to stop himself from applauding.
In just a few days, his elder brother’s ability to spout nonsense with a straight face had improved!
No wonder he didn’t panic when he mentioned invoking the surveillance video. He’s indeed sly as a fox and can twist the facts, this Xing Siqing definitely won’t be a match for him!
“She touched me first!” Xing Siqing yelled anxiously, “She hit me first in the restroom. Where is the surveillance video for the restroom? Get it out quickly!”
“Sorry,” the guard replied. “There is no surveillance inside the restroom.”
Once again, everyone:”…”
Xing Siqing felt as if her blood was rushing in reverse. She widened her eyes and screamed hysterically, “I didn’t lie! I really didn’t lie! It was her! She really hit me first! She hit me first in the restroom!”
She never imagined that such a nailed-on case could be turned upside down like this.
“Siqing!” There was clear displeasure on Madam Huo’s face. “You’re not a child anymore, why can’t you behave properly? Wanwan is your sister-in-law, I still remember that your rude words last time caused her to get hurt! Do you never learn from your past mistakes?”
“Grandma, last time, it was clearly her who bumped into me first, I explained it to you…”
“Siqing.” Huo Qinyu interrupted her daughter directly. “Apologize to your sister-in-law.”
“Mom, what are you talking about?” Xing Siqing looked shocked. “Your daughter has obviously been bullied by this woman, this mistress has injured me like this, not only do you not help me, you also assist this mistress to go against your own daughter…”
“You still dare to speak out!” Xing Guozhi became agitated.
As expected, Mrs Huo’s face suddenly darkened, and a cold light flashed in her eyes. “Qinyu, is this the well-educated daughter you raised?!”
“Mother, Siqing didn’t mean it.” Huo Qinyu hurriedly tried to explain.
Even though Mrs. Huo was usually affable and seldom lost her temper, that didn’t mean she was without a temper.
On the contrary, without Mrs. Huo’s decisive determination when she was young, the Huo family wouldn’t be in their current position.
“She dared to insult Wanwan in front of me, an old woman, I wonder what obscene words she would say behind closed doors!
No wonder Wanwan didn’t hold back her punches, I finally see that she was triggered by these foul words!
Even though Wanwan is younger, in terms of seniority, since she married Ashen, she is Siqing’s elder sister.
I don’t expect her to treat Wanwan as ‘an elder sister is like a mother’. Doesn’t she even know basic respect?
Using the term ‘mistress’, is this the well-educated daughter you raised?
Is this the quality of you Xing family?”
Mrs. Huo’s series of accusations, made in front of many younger generations, made Huo Qinyu’s face burn with humiliation. The only thing she could do was apologize weakly, “Mother, I was wrong. It was me who didn’t educate my daughter well. I will apologize to Wanwan on behalf of Siqing.”
She turned to look at Su Wenwen, “Wenwen, it was all Siqing’s fault. She was spoiled by me and knows no manners. Please don’t take it to heart.”
Who would have thought Xing Siqing would start yelling again, “Mom, why should you apologize to that mistress…”
Huo Qinyu couldn’t take it anymore and gave her a slap.
With a “bang”, the entire surveillance room quieted down.
Nangong Ci was also left dumbfounded.
My god!
He really had his eyes opened today!
It started with his sister-in-law beating up Xing Siqing, followed by Mrs. Huo teaching the younger generation with great authority and now Huo Qinyu is also showing her ruthless side, she just slapped her own daughter without hesitation.
Tsk, tsk, tsk.
No wonder ancient people used to say, “It is better to offend a wicked person than to offend a woman”.
It’s eternal truth!
“Your brother is still recovering, you’ve been making a fuss till now, aren’t you afraid of losing face? Today, you made a mistake. I hope this slap can remind you to learn your lesson and keep your mouth shut in the future!” Huo Qinyu reprimanded sternly.
That slap was too hard. Her right hand was numb and ached till it trembled.
But without doing so, it would be difficult to calm Mrs. Huo’s anger.
As expected, seeing Huo Qinyu disciplining her daughter, Mrs Huo’s expression softened.
She sighed, her fingers massaging her temples, obviously annoyed, “Both of you, take her away quickly. I don’t want to see her in front of me for some time.”
“Mother, don’t be angry, I will take her away now.” Xing Guozhi finished speaking and dragged Xing Siqing away.
“Grandma, why are you treating me like this, grandma, you’re so biased…”
No matter how she cried and shouted, she was still taken away.
After entering the elevator.
As soon as the door closed, Xing Siqing began to sob, “Dad, Mom, why don’t you help me? That little slut attacked me first. She hit me twice in the bathroom and pulled my hair. I just couldn’t stand it and fought back. I didn’t lie.”
“Did anyone see it? Who would believe you by just saying this?” Xing Guozhi was frustrated with her.
“Everything I said is true!” Xing Siqing was so upset that she was about to cough up blood, “Mom, you have to believe me.”
“Stop crying.”
Huo Qinyu handed her a tissue and wiped away her tears, “Didn’t I tell you last time, whether you like it or not, Su Wanwan is now Ashen’s wife, and your sister-in-law. Her status has changed drastically, why can’t you accept this reality? Why are you always picking a fight with her?”
“But it was clearly her who sowed discord and made my brother get transferred.” Xing Siqing felt extremely wronged.
“So she hit you for this?” Xing Guozhi looked at her disbelievingly.
He knew his daughter well, she had been pampered since she was a child and had a relatively simple mind; everything showed on her face.
Earlier upstairs, she was clearly guilty, and her words hid some facts.
“I…I was just upset and mentioned her mom.” Xing Siqing quickly defended herself after finishing her sentence, “But it’s true. Grandpa once said that Uncle Su was harmed by that woman.”
“Siqing, don’t say such things without thinking!” Huo Qinyu hurriedly stopped her.
“I’m not, I heard it when grandpa called Su’s grandpa, he even said that the woman should disappear forever and never return to Nancheng…”
Her hand was suddenly grabbed.
Because the elevator door opened and someone entered.
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On the other side, after leaving the surveillance room, Mrs. Huo said, “Ashen, take Wanwan upstairs to check for any other injuries.”
“Okay.”
“I will explain the matter with Yuanshan, you two don’t worry.” Mrs. Huo added.
Listening to the old lady, Su Wanwan felt mixed feelings.
She was touched, but more so she felt guilty.
She was the one who had beaten Xing Siqing. She was ready to be blamed by the elders of the two families. So, she didn’t argue or try to defend herself earlier, thinking let the punishment be whatever it may be. But unexpectedly… the things turned out okay!
After seeing off Mrs. Huo, Nangong Ci went back to his office while Huo Jingshen took Su Wanwan to the first floor for a check-up.
Besides a scratch on her arm and a small bruise on her back from being hit by the metal part of the bag, there was no serious injury.
When Huo Jingshen went to get medicine, he called her back, “Wait here for me, don’t move, understand?”
Su Wanwan obediently nodded.
Huo Jingshen narrowed his eyes.
Because of the fight, her long curly hair was tousled, highlighting her tender features, looking incredibly well-behaved. Where was the “shrew” from the video?
Well, considering she was injured, they could settle the scores later at home.
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After Huo Jingshen left, Su Wanwan waited on a long bench in the hallway.
It was already nine o’clock in the night, there were not many people on the first floor, and it seemed very quiet.
She took out her cell phone from her bag and saw several missed calls.
Apart from a call from Pan Hui, the others came from a strange local number.
Who could it be?
Frowning, she was about to call that number back…
“Make way, please make way!”
A sudden hustle and bustle of footsteps echoed, accompanied by the harsh sound of wheels scraping across the floor.
Su Wanwan looked up to see a few medical staff pushing a gurney. Behind them was a tall and cold man.
He wore a white shirt and black pants. There was fresh blood on his white shirt, which was startling at first glance.
As he got closer and she could see his face, Su Wanwan’s eyes widened.
Xiao Yebai?
Why was he here?
Shouldn’t he be at the hotel celebrating his wedding anniversary with Weiyi at this time?
Xiao Yebai didn’t notice her.
He furrowed his brows, his lips tightly pressed into a straight line. Wearing glasses, his face was tense, and he looked cold and moody.
He walked straight past her and continued forward following the gurney.
Su Wanwan instinctively followed him.
The medical staff pushed the gurney into the elevator, and when the man was about to get in, she quickly reached out and grabbed him.
“Xiao Yebai!”
Xiao Yebai was forced to halt.
He turned to the side, the coldness in his eyes focusing on the arm that had been grabbed, then slowly looked up at her.
With that kind of look, if it had happened in the past, Su Wanwan would definitely not dare to be so bold. But things were different now.
“Why are you here? Where’s Weiyi?” She demanded.
Seeing that Xiao Yebai wasn’t talking, Su Wanwan looked at the gurney and saw a woman lying on it. The woman had short black hair and her face was turned inward so she couldn’t see it clearly. All she could hear were painful groans.
“Are you going to use the elevator or not? There’s no time. The pregnant woman must have surgery immediately!” The medical staff inside began to rush them.
Pregnant?
She needs surgery?
Su Wanwan was immediately infuriated. She stared at the tall and indifferent man in front of her and cursed loudly, “You bastard, you’re not even human! Weiyi loves you so much, she treats you so well, and yet you secretly cheat on her! Even getting your mistress pregnant! You’re such a bastard!”
The bastard looked at her, his gaze was cold, his voice cold, “Let go.”
“Today is your wedding anniversary, Weiyi bought so many gifts for you, she spent so much money, prepared so carefully, all for tonight! And here you are, accompanying a mistress to abort a child, you’re just a fucking beast!”