Chapter 308: Chapter 272: Younger Sister-in-Law
Pei Zhan unconsciously glanced at the spot where Fu Zhen was standing.
Fu Zhen returned his gaze without a flicker of emotion.
One must admit, He Qunying’s reasoning is quite on point. With what he said, regardless of whether Mr. Ning’s death actually holds any suspicion, the Ning Family has no choice but to investigate.
To investigate this matter, it certainly doesn’t necessarily depend on He Qunying.
The Pei and Liang families lack such ambition, so they haven’t deliberately fostered connections outside the capital city. Although it might take a bit longer to investigate, they are not subject to He Qunying’s control.
Moreover, Fu Zhen and Pei Zhan are not the kind to be led by the nose. The more others try to manipulate them, the less they are willing to comply.
But at this moment, Fu Zhen had no intention of immediately opposing.
She cradled a wine pot for a moment, then stepped forward to fill their cups.
While pouring wine for Pei Zhan, she lightly tapped the cup wall with her pinky three times, then returned to her position, holding the wine pot.
Pei Zhan picked up the cup, gently stroking the rim with his thumb, and said, "Since you are so earnest, how can I refuse? How many boats do you need? Although I can’t guarantee procuring them, I’ll surely find a way to help."
He Qunying’s eyes brightened instantly. "Two boats are sufficient, but I need full use of the entire cabins."
Pei Zhan slightly curled his lips and nodded.
"Then it’s settled!" He Qunying patted the table. "I’ll be waiting for your good news, brother! — Come, let’s eat!"
With the major matters settled, both parties raised their chopsticks.
He Qunying waved his hand, instructing the two actors to come closer and play music.
Fu Zhen, using the excuse of fetching more wine, attempted to leave the room, but Pei Zhan grabbed her clothing under the table.
Fu Zhen had no choice but to stand there, unable to escape, glaring at him secretly and pinching his arm.
Pei Zhan’s lips remained upturned. Even as He Qunying continued to speak across the table, Pei Zhan was indifferent.
Noticing the two actors getting closer, he finally said seriously, "I don’t like these common entertainers, they are quite noisy. Let’s call it a night here."
With that, he stood up.
Although He Qunying wanted to persuade him to stay, it was impossible to make him remain.
As Pei Zhan withdrew, Fu Zhen followed him out.
The two walked out of the corridor, one after the other, circled around the rockery, and arrived at the innermost area. Only then did Pei Zhan stop, turned his hands behind him, and looked back.
Seeing the two actors retreating with their instruments, followed shortly by He Qunying, he finally said, "Not too foolish, didn’t cause a scene here."
Fu Zhen furiously pinched the fleshier part of his arm: "What scene were you expecting? Bringing in two beauties to throw themselves at you?"
Pei Zhan soothed his arm, "You’re still pinching, my arm will swell because of you!"
Fu Zhen said, "Serves you right for not behaving yourself in front of others!"
Pei Zhan glanced at her, softly saying, "And you act like a little sister-in-law, teasing me in public? If I knew you enjoyed playing like this, I would have taken you out more often."
Fu Zhen jabbed him with her fist, "You wish! Teasing? I was giving you a signal, hinting!"
"Alright, whatever you say is what it is. Our Pei Family tradition, when the wife says east, we absolutely cannot go west."
Fu Zhen admitted defeat completely!
She turned to leave, "Can’t bother arguing with you!"
Saying this, she ran into the small building.
Pei Zhan followed in, "No more running. Come, sit down and tell me, what exactly happened with Grandfather?"
Fu Zhen took a deep breath.
She was not the hesitant type; when it was time to discuss serious matters, she certainly would not skimp on the details.
Turning around from the stairs, she returned and sat beside Pei Zhan, who had already sat down, "What He Qunying just mentioned about Mr. Ning is consistent with what Mother told me."
Pei Zhan gazed into her bright eyes, "You mean, Mr. Ning indeed experienced such an accident and indeed fell ill afterward?"
Fu Zhen nodded, "Grandfather met with an accident at the Luoyang dock. After falling ill, Mother had people bring him to the capital for treatment. Therefore, he passed away in the capital city."
The Ning Family has properties in many places both north and south. After arriving in the capital, he recuperated at the southern city villa, and the funeral was also held there. As such, Fu Yun at the time had the opportunity to both help organize the funeral at the Ning Family while also having the chance to bring Mrs. Liu Zhe into the Fu Family.
"So Mother-in-law and Manager Su didn’t suspect anything at the time?"
Mrs. Ning and Manager Su are both astute. For Mr. Ning’s illness to occur so oddly, they couldn’t possibly not investigate.