Chapter 1152 - 570: Ambiguous Consent? The Cat for Crown Prince Switch
"I understand, Miss Shen. Your kind intentions are very clear to me."
That’s how he said it.
Luo Fei intended to work with Shen Yueling to create a comprehensive and detailed plan.
More than 20 minutes later.
As they finished eating.
Luo Fei had reached an agreement with Shen Yueling.
"Mr. Luo, before you hang up, could I speak to Wu Meilian for a moment?"
He recognized her intention.
Luo Fei didn’t object.
"Of course you can."
Once Luo Fei agreed.
Wu Meilian took the phone.
"Miss Shen, what would you like to say?"
"Sister Wu, among all my father’s lovers, you’ve been with him the longest. I know how hard it has been for you over the years, especially given his terrible temper. So... during that period, you were the one accommodating him the most. Truly, thank you."
Shen Yueling’s words.
Were undoubtedly an attempt to apologize, but she hesitated to say it outright.
Nonetheless, her understanding.
Made Wu Meilian feel a sudden relief.
"Miss Shen, I’m really happy to hear this from you. It’s a relief to know that you understand."
Undoubtedly.
This was the most comforting thing Wu Meilian had heard since timidly ending things with Shen Liufeng, and not daring to face people for over a year.
At the same time, not far away, He Jiayun approached them.
Though she was out of breath and sweating heavily.
She was beaming with energy and vigor under the setting sun.
"Mr. Luo, I’ve already caught that criminal."
Earlier, He Jiayun had chased down the robber.
The person was a notorious thief on Hong Kong Island, skilled at robbing in busy areas and escaping capture with parkour techniques.
Unfortunately for her, this time she met He Jiayun.
Her physical prowess and running skills allowed her to directly apprehend the female thief.
"He Jiayun, you did well this time. I believe Inspector Situ would be very pleased to hear this. He would surely be proud of you."
Upon hearing Luo Fei’s words.
He Jiayun was a bit excited.
"Mr. Luo, you’re too kind. It was just luck."
"Let’s go. We should find a place to rest for the night. I reckon by tomorrow morning, the second secretary will reach out on their own."
Seeing Luo Fei and the others about to leave.
Wu Meilian proposed proactively.
"Mr. Luo, since my mother is safe and I have the chance to clear my name, thanks to you, I suggest we go to my mother’s place."
As Wu Meilian spoke, she seemed a bit apprehensive.
Luo Fei only chuckled lightly.
"Ms. Wu, are you sure you’re willing to go back?"
Luo Fei was well aware that Wu Meilian hadn’t seen her mother for many years. So to expect her to quickly resolve all their issues was unrealistic.
But understanding Luo Fei’s intention.
Wu Meilian spoke earnestly.
"Mr. Luo, I understand what you mean. However, I believe the conflict between my mother and I has been pent-up for too long. We should face reality instead of remaining at odds."
Some time later.
Wu Meilian led Luo Fei and his group to her mother’s residence.
From afar, the elderly mother was already in a wheelchair.
With the help of the housekeeper, she waited at the villa’s entrance.
"Mom, I’m back."
Upon seeing her daughter, the elderly woman couldn’t help but laugh coldly.
"Ha! You remember to come back? If it wasn’t for Mr. Luo insisting on investigating, I’d think you were gone."
Seeing Li Wanzhi displeased.
Wu Meilian quickly apologized.
"Mom, I admit I was wrong before."
"I shouldn’t have stayed away, making you worried."
Even though she said this.
The elderly mother didn’t pursue it.
Instead, she spoke to Luo Fei nearby.
"Mr. Luo, please come in. I’ve prepared bedrooms and dinner for all of you."
Li Wanzhi spoke.
Her tone was gentle.
While Luo Fei seemed quite happy.
"Ma’am, does this mean you’ve forgiven Ms. Wu?"
Upon hearing Luo Fei’s question.
The elderly woman sighed helplessly.
"What choice do I have? After all, she is my own daughter. If I don’t care for her, who else would?"
The elderly woman’s words.
Caused her daughter to tremble with emotion.
"Mom, I’m sorry, truly sorry for making you worry all these years. But I’ve been living well, striving to better myself. So please don’t worry."
"Enough talking, let’s eat."
At this moment.
The elderly mother’s tone softened.
Her voice trembled a bit.
Though her expression remained stern, her eyes were already moist.
Without a doubt, the barrier between mother and daughter began to ease.
Though just an ease.
Fully mending the relationship will still require time.
...
Ding ding ding!
Early the next morning.
As Luo Fei woke up from his super-sized bed, his phone rang.
After picking it up, he realized it wasn’t Shen Yueling calling, but a strange number.
"Who’s this?"
Luo Fei only spoke two words before jumping up like a fish and quickly putting on his coat.
Noticing the curiosity in Luo Fei’s tone.
The other party hurriedly explained.
"Hello, are you Mr. Luo?"