Shen Xi gazed ahead, analyzing the situation with a serious expression. "So much time has passed since the incident, and much of the evidence is hard to find. All I have is Zheng Jinghe's testimony. If he suddenly retracts his statement in court, won't I stand no chance of winning?"
"Mmm, you've got a point. Judging by Zheng Jinghe's behavior, he doesn't seem like a reliable person," Xie Yifei mused, nodding in agreement.
It seemed she had underestimated the complexity of the situation.
Shen Xi's pupils constricted. "Furthermore, I don't want them to get away with just compensation or a few years in prison. I want to make them pay more with my own hands, perhaps even with their blood."
As she uttered the last sentence, Shen Xi's voice choked up. The image of her father lying in the morgue suddenly flashed before her eyes.
How heartbroken, how helpless she had felt then.
Calling out to heaven brought no response, calling out to earth was futile.
On that rainy night when the Qin family was raided, if Qin Si Ye hadn't coincidentally saved her and helped her repay her debts, she might not even be alive today.
Qin Si Ye? Why was she thinking of that man again?
No, Shen Xi, stop it. There's a vast chasm between you and him, and you can never be together.
You've already repaid the two months you owed him. From now on, you owe each other nothing, and your paths are no longer intertwined.
Xie Yifei also detected the tearful tremor in her voice and quickly said, "Xi Xi, don't be too upset. Whatever choice you make, Jian Fan and I will do our best to help you."
"Thank you. It's so good to have you both!" Shen Xi gently wiped away the tears, her gaze fixed resolutely ahead.
After hanging up, she thought of Yin Zhe again.
A Zhe, where are you? Why is there no news of you at all? Who was it that saved you back then?
If you're still alive, why don't you come back to see me?
Meanwhile, as Qin Si Ye settled into the car, he received an international call.
"Hello? A Zhe."
Yin Zhe's voice on the other end was warm and friendly. "Brother Si Ye, is work going smoothly? Why haven't you called me?"
"I was afraid of disturbing your studies," Qin Si Ye replied, his expression visibly brightening.
Yin Zhe was in good spirits and said with a smile, "In another half a month, my semester here will end, and I can return home to see you."
For the past five years, he had been abroad, focusing on his studies and medical treatment, never returning to K City.
"Okay. It's time you came back too," Qin Si Ye said meaningfully, his gaze darkening as he looked out the window.
Hearing a touch of sadness in Qin Si Ye's voice, Yin Zhe couldn't help but ask, "Brother Si Ye, what's wrong? You don't sound like yourself."
"It's nothing. Just been busy with work lately and haven't had enough rest," Qin Si Ye deflected casually.
Yin Zhe felt a twinge of concern and advised, "Brother Si Ye, work is important, but your health is even more important. You must balance work and rest."
"I know, don't worry about me. Focus on your exams. When you return, I'll have a surprise for you," Qin Si Ye revealed a hint of information, a slight smile gracing his lips.
Upon hearing this, Yin Zhe's interest was piqued, and he immediately thought of Yin Xi. "What surprise? Is it about my sister?"
His sister had vanished without a trace years ago. He knew that Qin Si Ye had been searching for her relentlessly.
Shen Xi was the only family he had left in this world, and she was the only one who could bring him a surprise.
"Don't ask too many questions for now. Just focus on your studies and exams, and strive for excellent results. On the day you return, I'll reveal the surprise," Qin Si Ye replied in a gentle tone.
"Okay. Don't worry, I won't let you down," Yin Zhe said, his face breaking into a happy smile, not suspecting anything.
Whatever the surprise, his priority now was to perform well in his exams, to live up to Brother Si Ye's care and expectations over the years.
After ending the call, Qin Si Ye suddenly realized he hadn't eaten anything since last night.
He immediately instructed the driver to take him to a breakfast shop.
One needed strength to achieve great things. He had to take care of himself first to have the energy to execute his plans.