Chapter Fifty-Seven

Chapter Fifty-Seven

Hearing Shen Wang speak like this, Song Wanqing realized her misunderstanding and blushed in embarrassment: “I'm sorry, my mind went blank for a moment.”

Usually shipping CPs online, she instinctively thought of it upon seeing two handsome guys with different styles and a good relationship.

What a big blunder she had made.

Shen Wang’s face was expressionless: “He’s a police officer handling special cases, a genuine and accomplished individual.”

With his explanation, Song Wanqing looked at Gu Dongting again and saw him in a new light, full of celestial aura. She praised enthusiastically: “Mr. Gu truly exudes an air of immortality, possessing an extraordinary temperament, clearly above mundane interests!”

Shen Wang nodded in agreement: “Indeed.”

Not to mention anything else, this man's desires were certainly minimal. Mundane pursuits like wealth and fame meant nothing to him; his life was dedicated to good deeds.

Gu Dongting looked helplessly at Shen Wang and changed the subject: “Any guesses about who cast the curse?”

The joking aside, Shen Wang’s demeanor became serious when discussing the matter at hand, his gaze shifting to Song Wanqing.

Song Wanqing's eyes were dark and obscure. Biting her lip, she nodded, "I already have a suspect in mind."

Since the curse was cast by someone familiar, the culprit would surely visit the hospital to check on Mr. Song's current condition... Guessing among those who are close and have recently visited, there's no way to go wrong.

And at this time, each visitor to the hospital had a significant relationship with the Song family.

Shen Wang and Gu Dongting exchanged a glance. Shen Wang smiled, "In that case, let's handle it as soon as possible."

The three discussed and finalized their plan.

Returning to the ward, Shen Wang stuffed a talisman into Mr. Song's hand. Not long after, Mr. Song opened his eyes.

The best doctors were helpless, but with just one move from Shen Wang, Mr. Song was awakened!

Song Wanqing was thrilled and immensely grateful to Shen Wang, also feeling lucky for having invited him over on a whim.

She held Mr. Song's hand and softly called out, "Dad."

Seeing Mr. Song, her eyes immediately reddened with a mix of grievance and heartache.

Shen Wang and Gu Dongting left the ward, giving space to the Song father and daughter.

Standing side by side at the entrance of the ward, they were upright and handsome, attracting glances from everyone who passed by.

"I thought you would contact Junior Qin," Gu Dongting suddenly said.

Leaning against the wall with a smile, Shen Wang replied, "Didn't you say that I could find you if needed?"

The conversation turned back to Gu Dongting, who replied unflinchingly, "Indeed."

It was Shen Wang who looked at Gu Dongting with interest, "You wouldn't be thinking I'm a nuisance and reluctant to come, would you?"

Gu Dongting shook his head slightly, not a man of many words, he simply said, "I don't mind it."

He thought that Shen Wang, despite appearing unconventional, was actually very measured in his actions. When they were not yet familiar, it wouldn't make sense for Shen to seek him out.

After speaking, worried Shen Wang might misunderstand, Gu Dongting added, "Shen, you're brave and righteous, and I'm very willing to be friends with you."

Shen Wang's mouth twitched, "Brave and... righteous?"

What an odd thing to say. This big boss really has a unique way of judging people, to a certain extent.

No wonder in the original text, he was easily deceived by the two women closest to him.

Gu Dongting, not understanding Shen Wang's strange expression and thinking he didn't believe him, earnestly explained, "Our first meeting was when you were helping a suicidal student contact their parents; the second time, you were helping a slandered woman seek justice..."

The third time they met, Shen Wang handed over an astonishingly effective purification formation.

Although still unaware of the secrets Shen Wang harbored, Gu Dongting believed that Shen was just a bit unrestrained in character, but fundamentally a pure, kind, and righteous person.

Shen Wang: "..."

Shen Wang never thought that, in others' eyes, he would be seen as a good person just for doing jobs for money.

Feeling a chill, Shen Wang quickly explained, "No, Gu, you're the good person, not me."

Gu Dongting's eyes showed a trace of confusion, seemingly not understanding why Shen Wang, as if being accused, was so eager to refute.

They looked at each other, both puzzled.

"Being friends is fine, but let's not talk about being good people," Shen Wang touched his nose, looking meaningfully at Gu Dongting, hinting, "In this world, it's too hard to be a good person, better to be a villain."

But Gu Dongting said, "Even if I stand against a million, I will go forth. Some things, after all, must be done by someone."

"If not me, then someone else."

Admiring such character and intellect, Shen Wang bowed to Gu Dongting, conceding with respect.

Shen Wang felt respect and a tinge of regret that Gu Dongting, if he were not the big boss and didn't turn evil at the end...

The door of the ward opened, and Song Wanqing stepped out, saying, "I've spoken to my dad, he... he agreed to our plan."

After Mr. Song regained consciousness and heard from his daughter about the curse, he was initially skeptical, thinking she was desperately seeking help and was deceived.

Only when he realized the peace talisman in his hand and felt a heavy burden lift off as he let go of it, as if a massive stone was pressing on him and something was draining from his body, did he believe.

He hurriedly picked it up again, only then feeling his breath lighten and a sense of relief.

Mr. Song had no choice but to believe.

And the person who cast the curse... Mr. Song was reluctant to believe that someone close to him would do such a thing, but he had to accept it.

After a brief discussion with his daughter, Mr. Song realized she had matured overnight, handling things logically and methodically.

Severely weakened, he entrusted everything to his daughter after noticing her change.

Shen Wang stood up straight: "Then let's get moving."

Song Wanqing nodded, and according to the plan they had made, she sent a message to all suspects, asking them to come to the hospital at the same time.

Among these people were Mr. Song's former subordinates with whom he had conflicts, friends whose requests for help he had denied, and family members... each with a significant relationship to Mr. Song.

Sitting in the ward with her father, Song Wanqing waited for the arrivals, Mr. Song squinting out the window, his face expressionless.

Shen Wang played a single-player game on his phone, the sound effects echoing in the quiet ward; Gu Dongting stood upright beside him, almost looking as if he was being punished.

Before long, all the suspects arrived outside the ward.

Seeing the crowded corridor, they looked at each other with puzzled faces: "Mr. Song, is there something you needed?"

Summoning so many people, they wondered if it was about dividing an inheritance.

Not just one person thought this way, the majority present shared the same thought.

Mr. Song covered his mouth, coughing weakly. Even lying in bed, his gaze was piercing and sharp, "I've called you here because I've found evidence that I was poisoned, which is why I'm bedridden."

"The culprit who poisoned me is among you."

After discussion, Mr. Song did not mention the curse but spoke of being poisoned.

"I've already called the police. They are investigating, and currently, the most likely suspects are among you." Mr. Song finished in one breath, his gaze sweeping over everyone, finally resting on Song Wanqing.

"I'm entrusting this matter to her."

Song Wanqing's face was stern, unapproachable, looking imposing.

Shen Wang and Gu Dongting observed everyone's expressions, finally their gazes simultaneously settled on one person.

Shen Wang signaled with his eyes, "Do you think it's him?"

Gu Dongting nodded almost imperceptibly, whispering, "His expression is off."

Upon hearing about the poisoning, others were either surprised or angry, but only he had a subtle expression when hearing about the poisoning, and a flash of guilt crossed his face when hearing about the police.

Mr. Song also noticed the problem, gazing intently at that person, slowly closing his eyes, his voice heavy, "I thought of everyone, because I had conflicts with them, but only you... I trusted you completely, I never doubted you."

"Second brother."

Uncle Song, the second brother, shifted his eyes, feigning calm, "Brother, I don't understand what you're saying."

Even after waking from a serious illness, Mr. Song's demeanor remained decisive and strong, but now he looked significantly more haggard, his eyes reflecting a world-weariness.

The others were gradually taken out, leaving only the second uncle.

Mr. Song slowly closed his eyes, the image of his younger brother from their youth appearing in his mind: "Since we were young, our family was poor. You were more cunning, and our parents doted on you. To support your education, I dropped out early and apprenticed in C city."

"Later, I formed a small team with a few others I learned skills with. The small team grew larger, eventually reaching today's scale..."

"From childhood, whenever you were lazy, I worked for you; when you did something wrong, I took the blame and scoldings; when you didn't want to work, I supported you, bought you a house and a car. Even your child's wedding, I helped arrange."

"Oh, little brother, how have I wronged you for you to harm me like this?"

Uncle Song, the second brother, wanted to argue, but under Mr. Song's heavy gaze, he suddenly couldn't speak, anger rising, "You think you treated me well, but that's just what you think!"

"You're the CEO, worth tens of millions, billions, and what about me? You just arranged for me to be an ordinary employee, dismissing me with a few thousand yuan a month. You give more to beggars than what you give me!"

As he spoke, he became increasingly self-righteous, "When our parents passed, you promised to take good care of me. And how did you do that? Every month, I have to ask you for money! Have you ever considered my pride?!"

Shen Wang: "..."

Asking for money while considering one's pride; what flexible pride.

Mr. Song, having given his heart and soul to this brother and supported him for so long, had raised an ingrate. He clutched his chest, gasping in pain, "Song Mingxue, I, I no longer have a brother like you!"

Uncle Song's eyes flickered in panic, "You promised our parents you'd take care of me!"

Even at this point, he still sought to leech off Mr. Song, Shen Wang thought, astonished at his shamelessness.

Gu Dongting stepped forward, speaking coldly, "I'm involved in the investigation. You are suspected of attempted murder and need to come with us for questioning."

"You actually called the police?" Uncle Song's heart skipped a beat, stepping back. Seeing Gu Dongting's appearance, he sighed in relief.

Gu Dongting's attire didn't resemble that of a police officer.

His tone softened, trying to plead, "Big brother, I was wrong, but you're alright, aren't you? And about the poisoning... you have no evidence. Even if you call the police, they won't find anything..."

"What poisoning," Shen Wang raised an eyebrow, interjecting leisurely, "It was clearly a curse."

Uncle Song's attempt at a pleasing smile froze on his face.

Gu Dongting looked at him, "Using metaphysical methods to harm others, you don't think that the legal system can't deal with you, do you?"

Uncle Song completely panicked, blurting out, "Impossible, he said it would never be discovered, all those previous times..."

He stopped speaking midway, regretting his words.

Shen Wang sharply turned to him, "Who is 'he'? Are there others who have been cursed?"

Uncle Song clenched his teeth, refusing to cooperate.

Gu Dongting's eyes were icy, "Since you've used metaphysics to harm others, you should know that people like us have ways to make you disappear without a trace, unnoticed by anyone... Do you want to try?"

Hearing this, Uncle Song shuddered and instinctively sought help from Mr. Song, "Big brother!"

Shen Wang glanced sideways, unaware that Gu Dongting could also make threats.

He had thought that before turning dark, Gu Dongting was just a rigidly upright person, somewhat old-fashioned.

The way to increase Gu's brotherly affection: being a good person.

The way to gain Shen's favor: being attractive and capable of making threats (so spicy).