Returning to the private room, Hu Yishan and his companion were startled when they saw Xiao Zheng's absent-minded look.
They knew Xiao Zheng and Xiao Zheng well. They knew that this young man had a strong mind. Even if the sky fell down, he might not lose his composure.
But how could he become like this in just one minute after receiving a phone call?
Hu Yishan asked nervously, "Brother Xiao, what happened?"
However, Shang Yao's question was more considerate and vicious than his. "Did something happen at home?"
"Yes," Xiao Zheng lifted his head slowly and took a sip of Pu 'er tea. "But it's not my family. It's the Bai Family. "
The two of them looked at each other, unable to understand what he was saying.
Didn't something happen to the Bai Family? What else could happen?
A bitter smile appeared on Xiao Zheng's lips when he saw Shang Yao's and Liu Yi's puzzled gazes. He said in a low and hoarse voice, "There's news from White City that Bai Zheng Qing died at home this afternoon. The cause of death was a sudden heart attack. "
"What?!"
Shang Yao and his companion changed their expressions and said at the same time, "The old man was very healthy. How could he die so suddenly?"
Shang Yao shook her head and said with pursed lips, "I visited Bai Zhenqing when I went to White City on business at the beginning of the year. He didn't look like he was ill. And … it was too much of a coincidence! "
He died of illness when the Bai Family's capital chain was in trouble. No matter who looked at this matter, they would be more willing to believe that this was a huge conspiracy!
Or even murder!
If it was murder, who would do it?
And who would be so daring?
Bai Zhenqing was not a person who dared to offend anyone. He was the local tyrant who had ruled White City for half a century. His influence in White City was even stronger than that of the local government.
A government official was elected every four years. He had been the helmsman of the Bai Family all his life!
"Anyway, the news is reliable." Xiao Zheng shook his head and interrupted Shang Yao and his companion's doubts.
Old Lin immediately informed Xiao Zheng of this news. There were many reasons. Firstly, Lord Ye and Bai Zhengqing were old acquaintances. Secondly, Bai Zheng Qing's death was mysterious and it was closely related to Jufeng's network. Elder Lin informed Xiao Zheng in hopes that he could provide more information for Xiao Zheng to understand the situation. And judgment.
But whether it was for public or private reasons, Xiao Zheng could not accept it.
In the end, other than Bai Wushuang, Xiao Zheng had no prejudice against the Bai Clan. He even established a deep friendship with the old monk. Even during the meeting with Bai Zhenqing, the two sides had a very friendly conversation. There was no contradiction.
Coupled with the news from Ye Canghua that Lord Ye was critically ill, the negative emotions that Xiao Zheng had just suppressed resurfaced once again. His expression was extremely ugly.
The meal ended hastily. Hu Yishan and Shang Yao used their connections to investigate the matter and quickly prepared for the follow-up work. After Xiao Zheng left Longfeng Restaurant, he immediately called Bai Wuxia.
Previously, the Bai Clan's situation was due to the involvement of Jufeng's network and the huge capital chain. It was not convenient for Xiao Zheng to ask about it. Moreover, Bai Wushuang's statement, to a certain extent, meant that he was in a hostile state with Xin Ao, who was behind Xiao Zheng. To avoid suspicion, Xiao Zheng did not disturb the old monk.
But this time was different. He purely greeted the old monk as a junior. But he received the same bad news as Old Lin.
"The old man has passed away. Heart attack. There were no signs beforehand. He left very suddenly. "
The old monk's rather low voice came from the other side of the phone. There was a hint of sadness in his voice.
Not to mention 20 years as a monk, even if it was a lifetime, how could it compare to the kinship that blood is thicker than water?
Xiao Zheng did not have any relatives since he was young, so he did not have the right to comfort others. He simply said a few words and ended the conversation.
He could also hear that the old monk did not want to discuss this topic too much. After all, it was a family matter, and a funeral, so no one wanted to discuss it too much.
When he drove back home, Lin Huayin was sitting in the living room, watching TV and drinking tea. But the TV was not playing the financial news that she usually watched. A boring entertainment program was playing, but Lin Huayin's eyes were somewhat empty. Her attention was not on the TV.
Xiao Zheng changed into his slippers and sat beside Elder Lin. "I talked to Uncle Bai on the phone."
Lin Huayin nodded slightly and said in a low voice, "Let's put aside the company matters for a couple of days. We will go to White City."
Xiao Zheng nodded, not surprised.
Moreover, the two of them were representing the Ye Residence on this trip. It was reasonable.
"But I don't know how negative the old man's departure will be." Xiao Zheng picked up Old Lin's teacup and took a sip, and said bitterly. "Not to mention White City, I'm afraid those big shots in Sijiu City will not be able to sit still."
Lin Huayin nodded and said, "The old man's departure was too sudden, especially at this critical moment. It's hard not to think too much about it. "
Xiao Zheng vaguely sensed that Lin Huayin was implying something else, but he did not probe further.
This was obvious. Not to mention the couple, even the onlookers would make up a lot of conspiracy theories.
But whether the old man really had a heart attack or was he assassinated was still undetermined. Xiao Zheng had no way of knowing either.
But after connecting all the clues, Xiao Zheng was most willing to believe that this matter was related to Qiu Shou and the descendants of the Zhao Family.
Once the old man died, the Bai Family would definitely be in trouble. Especially the second son of the Bai Family, who was vaguely disharmonious. It would also add fuel to the fire.
This was probably the ultimate goal of the descendants of the Zhao Family. First, they would take risks and create chaos. Then, they would destroy them one by one.
Xiao Zheng put down the teacup and gently hugged Old Lin's waist. He said softly, "You don't have to go this time. I'll go as a representative."
Lin Huayin tilted her head and glanced at Xiao Zheng. She refused, "No."
Old Lin had mentioned that she had a happy National Day holiday with the Bai Family when she was five. The main reason was that her mother-in-law had promised to spend the holiday with her, but she was entangled by official business as soon as she arrived in White Town. In the end, she could only send Old Lin to the Bai Family.
Old Lin was willing to go in person just because of their friendship from many years ago. What if he knew about Lord Ye's illness?
Xiao Zheng felt lucky that he had kept Old Lin in the dark. Otherwise, Old Lin would have been tortured badly in the past two years.
White lies were gentle most of the time. At least they wouldn't be too hurtful.
After the conversation, Old Lin went upstairs to prepare his luggage and booked a flight for the next morning. He didn't give Xiao Zheng any chance to turn back.
Xiao Zheng had no choice but to inform Tina, who was relaxing in Southeast Asia. This trip might not be dangerous, but even the Bai Family had died mysteriously at home. Xiao Zheng had to be cautious.
If anyone dared to hurt Old Lin, Xiao Zheng would bury the whole world with him!
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