"I told you they were in cahoots, call the police quickly!"
Madam Liu hurried over, furiously pointing at Er Zhu and Liu Jingjing while trying to calm the old man.
The old man couldn't die, not before the will was found.
"The old man isn't dead. This is a normal reaction after acupuncture. He'll wake up in a moment."
Scanning the crowd, Er Zhu remained calm.
"Everyone, don't panic, don't jump to conclusions so early!" Before Er Zhu could finish, Liu Jingjing also stepped forward.
Although everyone called Wang Er Zhu an enemy of their Liu family, in Liu Jingjing's eyes, things were not like that.
Everything was her brother's own doing; Wang Er Zhu was merely the last victim before he was caught.
That was why she had asked Er Zhu to save him, and now she stood up to speak for Er Zhu. To Madam Liu, however, this only proved her guess was right!
"Look, the two of them have finally shown their true colors. Auntie Liu, hurry and call the police. Everyone, watch closely, don't let Wang Er Zhu escape!"
Before Liu Jingjing could finish speaking, Madam Liu cut her off, and the previously calm scene became chaotic again.
"What are you all doing?"
Just then, a weak, hoarse voice came. Madam Liu looked down and saw the old man looking at her angrily.
"My heavens!"
Madam Liu recoiled as if she had seen a ghost, her frightened eyes flashing with shock.
She thought Wang Er Zhu had been talking nonsense, but she didn't expect the old man to actually wake up!
Huh?
Everyone else looked at Old Master Liu in shock, especially Madam Liu from the collateral branch of the Liu family. She held the connected phone, unsure whether to answer it or not.
"Dad, how are you feeling? Better? Wang Er Zhu just saved you!"
Seeing her father, Liu Jingjing's eyes turned red. She quickly ran over, saying this as she pulled Er Zhu towards Liu He.
"Thank you, young man. I actually know very well that these are all Jingsheng's own mistakes, and it has nothing to do with you..."
Seeing Er Zhu, a flicker of surprise and gratitude appeared in Liu He's eyes. He slowly took Er Zhu's hand and said earnestly.
As Liu Jingsheng's father, he understood his son better than anyone. However, that was still his own flesh and blood, and he couldn't just stand by and do nothing.
"You should stop talking for now and rest well. I'll come to treat you again tomorrow."
Before Old Master Liu could finish speaking, Er Zhu stopped him. Hearing this, Old Master Liu nodded slightly and slowly closed his eyes.
"Dad, this is all a conspiracy. They just want to use this method to seize the Liu family. Don't be fooled by them!"
Seeing the gratitude in Old Master Liu's eyes, Madam Liu's eyes darted around, and she quickly leaned in. But before she could finish speaking, Old Master Liu turned away.
The room became somewhat awkward. Madam Liu's embarrassment was tinged with anger. She glared fiercely at Er Zhu and Liu Jingjing and reluctantly withdrew.
This is troublesome now!
Given the old man's personality, he would definitely sell the Liu family to Wang Er Zhu, and at a very low price, or even give it away for free!
But these things were hers, and she would absolutely not let them succeed!
Madam Liu's eyes darted around restlessly, and suddenly, an idea began to form in her mind...
In the blink of an eye, three days passed. Under Er Zhu's treatment, Old Master Liu had completely recovered.
"Er Zhu, don't leave tonight. Have dinner with us."
As Er Zhu was packing up to leave, Old Master Liu grabbed him, his eyes filled with gratitude and admiration.
After these three days of interaction, Old Master Liu increasingly felt that Er Zhu was an exceptionally talented individual, a stark contrast to his own son!
Therefore, he had made a major decision:
He would give the Liu family to him!
The Liu family of today was merely struggling to survive, and the Liu family of the future would be even worse off.
Thus, the best choice was for the Liu family to change its name, and the best candidate was naturally Er Zhu!
"No need, it was just a few needles. Old Master Liu, you don't have to be so polite."
Seeing Old Master Liu's teary eyes, Er Zhu naturally guessed his thoughts. He smiled slightly but refused.
Of course, the reason for his refusal wasn't that he didn't want to acquire the Liu family, but that he didn't want to obtain it through a debt of gratitude.
If it were done that way, the Liu family would surely think it was Old Master Liu's charity, and it would cause endless trouble in the future!
"Stay for dinner. I've already made arrangements. You cured my father's illness, and we should thank you properly."
Seeing Er Zhu refuse, Old Master Liu was about to speak when Liu Jingjing walked in without anyone noticing.
"Yes, stay for dinner. It's just a meal, nothing major."
Seeing Er Zhu about to speak again, Old Master Liu grabbed him, his grateful eyes even showing a hint of pleading.
"Alright, I'll stay then." Seeing their earnest invitation, Er Zhu no longer insisted. After sending a message to Li Mei, he helped Old Master Liu downstairs with Liu Jingjing.
With them supporting him on either side, they truly looked like a couple. Seeing this, Madam Liu's eyes flashed with a sharp glint.
Laugh, laugh to your heart's content. You'll be crying later!
The meal, though seemingly filled with laughter and joy, was actually a brewing storm!
For instance, Madam Liu's words were filled with disdain; and Madam Liu, under the guise of gratitude, constantly plied Er Zhu and Liu Jingjing with alcohol.
Er Zhu knew Madam Liu's intentions, but he didn't expose them. Instead, he chose to play along.
Because at this point, arguing was futile. It was more important to let everyone witness Madam Liu's actions!
"Xiao Cai, the young lady and Mr. Wang are drunk. Hurry and help them to the young lady's room."
After a few rounds of drinks and dishes, seeing that everyone at the table was drunk, Madam Liu quickly beckoned a servant.
Hmm?
Hearing the young madam's instructions, Xiao Cai's eyes showed a hint of confusion. It was appropriate to help the young lady to her room, but why should Mr. Wang go with her?
"Oh, what are you waiting for? Hurry up!"
Seeing the servant's reluctance, Madam Liu frowned slightly and urged him on.
Seeing the young madam's displeased expression, Xiao Cai dared not think further and quickly helped the young lady and Er Zhu upstairs.
A few minutes later, after Madam Liu had settled everyone else, she tiptoed to Liu Jingjing's room with her camera.
"Everything in the Liu family is mine. No one will touch it!"
Huh?
Madam Liu said this as she opened the door. Just as she was about to take a photo, she discovered that neither Liu Jingjing nor Er Zhu were in the room!
Impossible, she had watched them enter the room. How could they have disappeared?
"Daughter-in-law, what are you looking for here?"
As Madam Liu was searching around for them, Old Master Liu's voice suddenly came from behind!