Chapter 30: Clues of the Fire Incident

Chapter 30: Clues of the Fire Incident

Noticing Yun Mu's unusual expression, a shadow of gloom gathered in Huo Tingcheng's narrowed eyes.

"I don't need your sympathy."

Yun Mu's thoughts were tangled, leaving her with an uneasy feeling.

Could it be that his condition worsened due to the outburst he had on her behalf a few days ago?

A twinge of guilt sprouted in Yun Mu's heart.

That peculiar emotion lingered around her, causing her to become somewhat absent-minded.

So much so that she didn't dwell on the man's grim expression and pledged earnestly, "Don't worry, I'll definitely cure you."

In her previous life, Yun Mu had limited experience with cancer cases.

However, the M5 medication she had developed earlier could shrink tumors by at least half, thereby increasing the likelihood of successful surgery.

The development of this potion requires not only a colossal investment, but crucially, some of the herbs might not even be available in Country Hua.

Regardless, she had to give it a shot.

"I need one month. If you cooperate with me by providing the herbs and equipment, I'll definitely succeed."

Huo Tingcheng's gaze was profound and stern, his heart stirred slightly.

"Alright."

For some reason, he unconditionally trusted this woman and was willing to entrust his life to her hands.

At that moment, in the Imperial Capital Hospital.

In Yun Shuiyao's VIP ward.

Huo Jinzhou stood by the glass window, pouring a bit of red wine into a tall glass before lifting it elegantly for a gentle sip.

His gloomy eyes watched the paparazzi camping out downstairs all night long.

Yun Shuiyao, having just applied medicine to her face, wrapped her arms around him from behind. "Jinzhou, if I were disfigured, would you abandon me?"

Huo Jinzhou's thin lips curled up slightly as he countered, "Would you really be willing to ruin your own appearance?"

Yun Shuiyao paused, "Jinzhou, what do you mean?"

"Must I spell it out? Today, your portrayal of Yun Mu with your own face was a tremendous success. Now, everyone's sympathizing with you, and the previous video has been pushed aside. Yao'er, you don't need to put on an act in front of me."

In Ho Jinzhou's mind, the image of a pair of clear and alluring almond-shaped eyes surfaced. He casually remarked, "But Yun Mu is no pushover. Be careful she strikes back."

Observing that he not only didn't scold her, but also seemed to hold a hint of approval, Yun Shuiyao felt a subtle relief in her heart.

Indeed, Jinzhou still loved her. There was no way Yun Mu could snatch him away from her.

"Jinzhou, Yun Mu has changed so much since she came back. It's unclear where she acquired such a set of skills, especially her ability to charm people, which is truly impressive. She married into the Huo family to bring good fortune, yet she still had an affair with another man outside, who is none other than the CEO of the Imperial Noble Group!"

Huo Jinzhou's grip on his wine glass faltered, a veil of gloom settling over his handsome features.

The president of the Imperial Duke Corporation?

The enigmatic powerhouse, a giant in the business world, whose influence gripped the economic lifeline of Country Hua, was someone even the mighty Imperial City's Huo and Yun families feared.

How could that woman Yun Mu have managed to get involved with him?

Perceiving the shift in Ho Jinzhou's emotions, Yun Shuiyao felt displeased.

When did Jinzhou start caring so much about Yun Mu?

She continued, "No wonder she dared to clash with the Yun family upon her return. She must have already found an even more powerful backer. But what is it she's truly after? She's been cold-hearted and vicious since childhood, causing Grandfather to become comatose – she's a calamity. By the way, it seems she went to the Yun family today specifically for Grandfather."

Grandfather Yun?

Huo Jinzhou drained his glass of red wine and then pushed Yun Shuiyao away gently.

"Rest well. I'll be leaving now."

Yun Shuiyao attempted to persuade him to stay, but Ho Jinzhou had already strode out of the hospital room.

...

In the darkness, Huo Jinzhou lit a cigarette and puffed on it pensively before dialing an unfamiliar number.

Almost immediately, a seductive, mature voice answered, "Hello?"

"It's me," said Huo Jinzhou, exhaling smoke softly. "Huo Jinzhou."

Yun Mu fell silent. "What do you want?"

"My room number is 3068," Huo Jinzhou spoke in a deep tone. "Come to my ward tomorrow at noon."

"Are you insane?"

Huo Jinzhou curved his lips. "Didn't all your efforts aim to catch my attention? Although I despise your desperate attempts to gain public sympathy, I must admit that you've succeeded in drawing my interest."

Yun Mu was about to hang up.

But Huo Jinzhou seemed to sense her intention and said, "Don't hang up so soon. Don't you want to know the truth about the fire from years ago?"

Yun Mu's expression turned grim. "Do you actually know?"

Indeed, if she wanted revenge, the first thing she needed to uncover was the truth behind the fire years ago.

But even Yun Tingying hadn't been able to find any other evidence and had ultimately pinned the blame on her. How could Ho Jinzhou possibly know?

She sensed a conspiracy at play but didn't know where to begin.

"I don't know, but I have the only witness to that fire from back then," he said.

After the fire, it was true that a servant had gone missing from the Yun family.

Rumor had it that the Yuns had searched for five years without any leads.

Yun Mu's pupils constricted as she scoffed coldly. "Ho Jinzhou, do you take me for a fool? If the Yun family couldn't find this witness after all these years, why would I believe you when you say you have them?"

"You probably have no leads right now. What choice do you have but to trust me?" Ho Jinzhou sneered. "Tomorrow at noon. Don't be late."

With that, he hung up the phone.

Yun Mu's eyes narrowed slightly.

It was understandable that Huo Jinzhou could guess her intention to uncover the truth from years ago. However, would he be so kind as to provide her with clues?

Of course not.

But Yun Mu was fearless and therefore determined to keep the appointment.

Initially, Yun Mu was hesitating whether she should inform Huo Tingcheng about her meeting with Huo Jinzhou. To her surprise, when she woke up the next day, the butler told her that Huo Tingcheng had gone on a business trip.

He wouldn't be back for two days.

Despite his severe illness, he still went on a business trip?

Was this man trying to risk his life?

The following day.

Yun Mu arrived punctually at the door of Room 3068, which was slightly ajar.

Unaware of any hostile intent, Yun Mu pushed open the door and stepped inside.

Huo Jinzhou was nowhere to be found. Instead, a gray-haired, hunched old woman rose from her chair upon seeing Yun Mu.

The moment she laid eyes on Yun Mu, the old woman's eyes reddened, and she rushed forward.

"Miss, is that you?"

Studying Yun Mu with emotion, the old woman exclaimed, "I never thought Miss would have grown up so much. How have you been all these years?"

Yun Mu maintained her composure. "You are...?"

"I'm Aunt Zhang," the old woman replied, looking a bit dejected at Yun Mu's response. "Back then, Miss loved my sugar cakes the most. Don't you remember me? Think carefully, Miss, can you recognize me now?"

Yun Mu's profound gaze turned sharp as she fixated on the old woman.

"I do recall loving the sugar cakes Aunt Zhang made when I was young. However... you're not Aunt Zhang!"

In the next instant, she grabbed the old woman's wrist, forcing her against the wall, causing her to wail in pain.

"Who exactly are you? Speak!"

"I'm Aunt Zhang, Miss..."

Yun Mu let out a cold laugh.

"You still refuse to tell the truth, huh? Don't blame me for being ruthless then!"

"Please spare me, Miss—!"