Surrounded by the Billionaire's Deep Doting-Chapter 629 - 491: Heaven’s Net Has Wide Meshes, but Nothing Escapes

Chapter 629: Chapter 491: Heaven’s Net Has Wide Meshes, but Nothing Escapes

Even though Yin Bowen still had many questions, noticing his father’s expression, he understood that with Little Gua present, there were some things he should hold back.

"In the future, don’t bring her back here. It’s not a good influence, especially now that you’re being closely watched."

Yin Shiqing said and then went upstairs.

Yin Bowen frowned slightly, his fists clenching slightly.

The fact that Yin Shixiu’s family survived the disaster was indeed quite troubling for Yin Bowen.

Looking at Guo Tong beside him, his aversion grew stronger.

The girl called Little Gua stood silently to the side, with a hint of timidity in her expression.

Even though Yin Shiqing had instructed Yin Bowen not to casually bring her home in the future, she showed no emotional reaction, quietly standing by Yin Bowen’s side.

As for Guo Tong’s feelings, no one really cared to cater to them.

Three days later, the aftermath of the terrorist attack in London had yet to fade.

Yin Shaohui and Zhou Mengqin received a call from London, stating that Su Xiaomeng had woken up.

Shuangshuang and Huanghuang were all fine.

For the Yin Family, this was the greatest blessing in this misfortune.

Zhou Mengqin hadn’t been doing well these past few days; the uncertainty about her daughter-in-law and grandchildren’s fate had indeed been a heavy psychological blow to the elderly woman.

She fell ill and had been bedridden for several days.

Though Su Xiaomeng, Shuangshuang, and Huanghuang were fine, Zhou Mengqin’s health was not as good as before.

That day, Yin Shiqing came to visit Zhou Mengqin along with Shi Haiyan.

The couple brought quite a few nutritional supplements, all seemingly of considerable value.

Even though there were conflicts between the elders and Yin Shiqing, Yin Shiqing was willing to fulfill his responsibilities as far as possible.

Zhou Mengqin reclined on the bed; the usual elegant and noble demeanor on her face now only showed the aging marks of time.

Yet this tough old lady, even while ill, showed little sign of weakness or sickness.

In the large bedroom, Shi Haiyan sat by her bed, holding a fruit knife, peeling a pear for the old lady,

"Have the servants boil this pear into pear water later; it’s very effective for colds and coughs. It might be even more effective than the supplements Shiqing brought!"

"Thank you."

"Mom, there’s no need for such formalities between us. If outsiders hear, it would seem as if we are too distant!"

"Cough, cough..."

Zhou Mengqin took a tissue and coughed into it, looking at Shi Haiyan,

"Now that the eldest has reached this position, many eyes are on him. You need to help him well."

"You didn’t even need to say this. He’s my husband. If I don’t help him, who else would I help?"

"I’ve heard some rumors. I’m not sure if they’re true. Have you... ever taken bribes in private?"

The blade of Shi Haiyan’s fruit knife slipped and cut her finger. Her expression stiffened momentarily before she resumed smiling and hurriedly said,

"Mom, where did you hear that from? Taking bribes in private? If that were discovered, it would be such a disgrace for Shiqing, wouldn’t it?"

"Better not, but if you did, return as much as you took."

"Mom, don’t worry, I wouldn’t dare do such a thing."

Zhou Mengqin took a deep breath and said no more.

She was quite certain that Shi Haiyan had indeed taken bribes, though not sufficient nor frequent.

After all, in an overly clean pond, there are no fish. It’s indeed rare for an official not to be tempted even a bit.

But most officials can manage it well.

What Zhou Mengqin worried about was that while Yin Shiqing could control it, Shi Haiyan might not.

"Mom, you must take care of your health. Since the year began, your health has been declining... We, as the younger generation, are truly worried."

"Don’t worry. Even if I reach my limit, your father-in-law is still in good health."

Zhou Mengqin had heard the implication in Shi Haiyan’s words.

"Dad’s health is indeed robust, but considering his age, with all the responsibilities of managing this large family, the constant effort might be too much for him as well."

"If he can’t handle it, then there’s still the fourth."

Zhou Mengqin looked calmly ahead, her expression serene yet resolute.

However, hearing this, Shi Haiyan’s body visibly stiffened,

She let out a dry laugh,

"The fourth... isn’t he too young?"

"Although the fourth is young, he is of good character, has a righteous nature, and is steady and patient in his work. Youth has its numerous advantages."

Zhou Mengqin continued speaking lightly.

With that, she laid her cards on the table with Shi Haiyan.

Shi Haiyan’s smile finally faltered, turning awkward and tense, and the words she spoke carried a tinge of bitterness.

"Mom’s words... seem to indicate dad’s intentions..."

Zhou Mengqin glanced at her and asked,

"When have I and your father-in-law ever had differing intentions?"

"..."

"The fourth inheriting the position of Family Head is proper. In the future, after the first, second, and third branches split, both your father-in-law and I won’t withhold what you’re entitled to. But the Yin Family’s rules and traditions have been passed down for generations! Who the Family Head is, who has the authority to make decisions, must be clear to you! Cough, cough... cough..."

Shi Haiyan fell completely silent.

Receiving what one is entitled to after splitting... is insignificant compared to inheriting the Family Head position in the main family.

She wasn’t entirely unaware of Yin Shaohui and Zhou Mengqin’s intentions.

But among the heads of the split families, more supported Yin Shiqing.

Over the years, Yin Shiqing had been attentive enough to several uncles and elders just to secure the position of Family Head within the Yin Family.

"It seems there’s still preference due to blood relations... What is claimed as treating as one’s own is nothing but elegant talk."

"Treating as one’s own is, after all, not the same as one’s own." Zhou Mengqin took a slow breath before continuing,

"Over the years, your father-in-law and I have done quite a lot for the eldest, for you, for your family, raising the eldest with full effort, and we have no regrets."

"..."

"I’m telling you now, frankly, so that both you and the eldest can be mentally prepared. Neither your father-in-law nor I ever intended for the eldest to inherit the Family Head position."

Shi Haiyan looked up at the elderly woman lying on the bed before her...

Such an advanced age, yet her face full of wrinkles still carried an air of superiority!

Why doesn’t this old hag die already?

This thought popped into Shi Haiyan’s mind.

This old fogey, Yin Shaohui, Yin Shixiu, Yin Shixiu’s fortunate wife...

Why don’t they die?

The sunset outside slowly descended, painting the sky with a fiery red glow...

"If there’s nothing else, you may leave. I’d like to rest for a while."

After saying this, Zhou Mengqin closed her eyes.

Shi Haiyan was already trembling with anger. She could hardly stand to stay a moment longer with this old relic.

"Then I’ll be going down."

Shi Haiyan said, rising to her feet, letting the pear she had held fall to the ground in annoyance, then irritably tossed it into the trash.

Leaving the bedroom, Shi Haiyan wanted to quickly find her husband and tell him what Zhou Mengqin had said to her.

However, Shi Haiyan had only made it halfway down the stairs when she sensed something amiss about the atmosphere in the living room.

Yin Shaohui, leaning on a cane, stood in front of the TV in the living room, and her husband’s face was ashen and rigid as he sat on the sofa.

Shi Haiyan descended, and before even reaching the TV, she heard a woman’s sobbing voice emanating from it...

"My mother died tragically in prison... sob... and my child..."

"My child was taken away from birth and is now in the home of a Yin-named official. But I’m powerless!"

"Rumors outside claim that I have an improper relationship with President Yin, Yin Shixiu. It’s truly distressing and heartbreaking that my existence causes so much trouble for President Yin."

"President Yin gave me kindness when he discovered the truth behind those who caused suffering to his child, he bore the sorrow and found clues that led to the truth, he found me, and he saved me..."

"Miss Huang, why didn’t you speak up earlier? Why make it public now?"

"Back then, I was weak and powerless. Who would have listened?"

"Here, I really only wish to say one thing to a certain high official: the heavens are fair, the net is wide and unescapable! Your actions are observed by the heavens!"