Chapter 247 She Kept Calling Your Name Just Now

Tan Zheng didn't linger in the room since he couldn't get any information. As he left, he instructed, "Keep an eye on them." He then glanced at Lu Fang, who understood immediately and took out his phone, snapping photos of the people on and off the bed. Tan Zheng returned to the bloodstain in the hallway. The man crouched down, noticing a faint, scattered trail of blood on the hallway carpet. The trail ended at the stairwell. Looking at the dried bloodstains, Tan Zheng's expression turned grim. Tang Qin Yun, who had followed him, also looked displeased upon seeing where the blood trail stopped. "Either they went downstairs or stayed upstairs. We can find out by checking the surveillance footage." Tan Zheng stood up as Su Qing hurried over. "Mr. Tan, Director Lin of Huali Group just called. He said Madam is with him." Lin Ying watched the woman lying on the bed with a hint of curiosity. He remembered how Tan Zheng had once postponed a dinner with his father for her. What was it about this woman that held such sway over him? The doctor had finished his examination and was tending to Song Ni's wounds. "Director Lin, this young lady seems to have been drugged with a common foreign anesthetic. It causes weakness in the limbs and dizziness, which is why she's been unconscious," the doctor explained. Lin Ying raised an eyebrow and pointed to the woman on the bed, asking, "Are you saying that even under the influence of the drug, she could still break a grown man's head?" The doctor found it incredible. "This young lady has a strong will and a high degree of self-protection." Lin Ying let out a scoff. "Most likely, she inflicted her own injuries." The doctor looked at Lin Ying in surprise. "Director Lin, are you suggesting this young lady intentionally injured herself?" He had examined her carefully. She had a bite mark on her hand that had bled, but it wasn't severe. More serious were the cuts on her arm, which had bled profusely and still contained some fragments. He had spent quite some time cleaning them. Lin Ying swirled the wine in his glass and suddenly smiled. "Now I finally understand why Tan Zheng values her so much." "Ah?" "Both of them have a bit of a 'mad' streak." "..." "Alright, you can leave now." "Yes, Director Lin. This young lady's wounds should not get wet." Lin Ying tipped his glass and drank the wine in one go, then poured himself another. The doctor couldn't help himself. "Director Lin, your health is not good. You shouldn't drink excessively." Lin Ying acknowledged. "I know. I'm happy today." "..." What kind of explanation was that? Happy about finding a woman? Lin Ying didn't bother to explain. Finding Tan Zheng's wife by chance this time was a huge stroke of luck. He had been struggling with how to discuss a collaboration with Tan Zheng, and now... Tan Zheng owed him a favor, making things much easier. Lin Ying's room was on the top floor, so Tan Zheng arrived shortly after the doctor left. The knock on the door was rather impolite. Lin Ying smiled and sauntered over to open it for Tan Zheng. The smile faltered as he saw Tan Zheng's rather terrifying expression. He supposed he shouldn't have been so happy, or at least not displayed his happiness so openly. Without waiting for Lin Ying to speak, Tan Zheng strode into the room. Upon seeing the person lying on the bed, the hand at his side clenched and then relaxed. The man stepped forward, his eyes turning redder as he looked at Song Ni's bandaged hand. Lin Ying followed him. "She was drugged and disoriented. The injuries on her hand are self-inflicted. I heard a commotion downstairs and brought her back to my room. When the doctor was cleaning her wounds, she kept calling your name, and that's how I knew she was your wife. But don't worry, the doctor administered a sedative. She'll be fine after a sleep." Tan Zheng tidied the blanket and carefully lifted Song Ni. He looked at Lin Ying. "Thank you, Director Lin. I won't forget this favor." Hearing what he wanted to hear, Lin Ying raised his eyebrows and finally smiled. "Your wife is quite something. Drugged and still managed to break a grown man's head." Tan Zheng paused. Lin Ying quickly thought and understood. "You thought the blood in the hallway was your wife's? Her injuries weren't that severe. You can rest easy." Tan Zheng nodded at Lin Ying. "I'll chat with you again next time I have a moment." Without waiting for Lin Ying's reply, Tan Zheng left, carrying Song Ni. Lin Ying: ...Tsk, Tan Zheng's temper. No wonder he dared to postpone that dinner with his father. As Tan Zheng emerged with Song Ni, Tang Qin Yun and Qin Yang rushed forward. "Is Nini alright?" Tan Zheng looked at Tang Qin Yun. "I'll leave the matters here to you." Tang Qin Yun nodded. "Alright, go back and take good care of Nini." Qin Yang wanted to go with them, but seeing Tan Zheng's expression, he didn't suggest joining them. "Brother Tan, if Nini wakes up, ask her to give me a call." Tan Zheng nodded, then looked at Su Qing. "You stay here and help with the investigation. Find all the relevant people." Su Qing withdrew his concerned gaze from Song Ni. "Yes." Tan Zheng then left with Song Ni. Xiao He was pacing back and forth in the parking lot. He had only vaguely heard that Madam might be in trouble and didn't know how she was doing. As a driver, all he could do was wait. Seeing Tan Zheng come down carrying Song Ni, Xiao He immediately opened the car door. "Mr. Tan." Although bowing his head, he couldn't help but try to peek at Song Ni in Mr. Tan's arms. Her hands were bandaged. What had happened to her? The minivan wasn't very spacious. Tan Zheng carefully placed Song Ni in the back seat first, then sat in himself and held her. "Return to Lanting." "Yes." The atmosphere in the car was heavy all the way. Tan Zheng held Song Ni tightly, steadying her. Looking at her closed eyes, anger surged within him. He didn't know how potent the drug was, but the thought of Song Ni cutting herself to stay conscious pained him deeply. If Song Ni hadn't done that, if she had been taken into the room by that person, if she hadn't been discovered by Lin Ying... He dared not imagine such 'ifs'. Upon returning to Lanting, Tan Zheng first changed Song Ni's clothes, then, for peace of mind, had Uncle Xu come to examine her again. Afterward, he stayed in the room with her. Lin Ying had said that when she was disoriented, Song Ni kept calling his name. She must have been scared then. The little girl who had always been brave and bold was now being plotted against. The more Tan Zheng thought about it, the more ruthless his gaze became, a dark aura surrounding him. The butler came up, intending to ask if they should prepare a calming herbal soup for Song Ni in advance. He was startled by Tan Zheng's appearance. Tan Zheng's voice had grown hoarse. "Don't tell Mom and Dad about this for now." The butler nodded. "Young Master, you shouldn't worry too much. Dr. Xu just said the young lady is not in serious condition."