The ancient war between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law in a wealthy family

Mrs. Li's exclamation was like a stone thrown into a calm lake, instantly causing ripples.

The guests gathered around and asked about her condition with concern.

I looked at her pale face and flickering eyes, and my doubts deepened.

Is this really just a simple physical discomfort?

Or is she deliberately hiding something?

My intuition tells me that things are not that simple.

An uneasy premonition wrapped around my heart like a vine, making me feel suffocated.

I tried hard to keep smiling and pretend nothing happened, but my heart was already in turmoil.

I will not allow anyone to destroy the position I have finally secured!

After the banquet, I immediately contacted my friend Sun and asked him to help me secretly investigate Mrs. Li’s recent movements.

My friend Sun was very efficient and brought me the news in less than two days.

He told me that Mrs. Li has been in frequent contact with some unidentified people recently, and those people don't seem to be good people.

Among them, one man particularly caught my attention. He was the so-called "Wang Charity Project Manager".

My heart sank suddenly. Could it be that Mrs. Li was also involved in the scam?

If that's the case, then things get complicated.

I must find out the truth as soon as possible, otherwise the consequences will be disastrous.

I rubbed my aching temples, feeling another storm coming.

Zhan Yu walked over, gently placed a cup of hot milk next to my hand, and asked with concern: "What's wrong? You look so bad?" I shook my head and forced a smile: "It's okay, I'm just a little tired." I didn't want to make him worry, after all, he had done so much for me.

Zhan Yu didn't ask any more questions, but just held my hand silently, giving me silent comfort.

His palms were warm and strong, as if they could dispel all my anxiety and fear.

"It seems that I have to meet this Lady Li in person." I whispered, with a glint of determination in my eyes.

I decided to confront Madam Li directly and uncover the secret she was hiding.

The next day, I dressed up and went to Mrs. Li's residence.

The servant led me into the living room, and I saw Mrs. Li sitting on the sofa at a glance.

When she saw me, her eyes were a little evasive...

The servant led me into the living room. The light from the crystal chandelier sprinkled on the Persian carpet, which was luxurious yet a bit cold.

Mrs. Li was leaning on the leather sofa, holding a glass of red wine in her hand. Her posture was elegant, but she could not hide the panic in her eyes.

When she saw me, she visibly shrank back, and the wine glass in her hand shook slightly, and a few drops of dark red liquid splashed onto her beige skirt, like a blooming poppy, seductive and dangerous.

"Miss Bai, what brings you here?" She smiled calmly, but her tone was a little frivolous.

"Mrs. Li, let's not mince words," I said straight to the point, looking her straight in the eye. "There are some things I think we need to discuss."

Her eyes flickered, avoiding my gaze, and she pretended to be calm and said, "Miss Bai, you're joking. I really don't know what you mean." She picked up the wine glass and took a sip, trying to hide her inner uneasiness.

I didn't continue to press the issue, but changed my strategy.

I walked over to the sofa opposite her and sat down, crossing my legs elegantly with a meaningful smile on my lips.

"Mrs. Li, do you really think you have done it perfectly?" My tone was gentle, but with a hint of unquestionable deterrence, "I advise you to confess and get leniency, otherwise..." I deliberately paused and observed her reaction.

Mrs. Li's face suddenly changed, and the fingers holding the wine glass trembled slightly.

She forced herself to remain calm and said with disdain, "Miss Bai, I don't understand what you are saying at all."

I smiled gently and continued, "Wang, the person in charge of the charity project, this name should be familiar to Mrs. Li, right?" I stared into her eyes, not missing any subtle changes in her expression.

Mrs. Li's face turned pale in an instant. She stood up suddenly, and the wine glass in her hand fell to the ground with a crisp sound of shattering. The red wine spread on the carpet like a pool of shocking blood.

I stood up, walked slowly to her, leaned over and whispered in her ear: "Mrs. Li, I know all your secrets..."

Mrs. Li's face instantly lost its color, her lips trembled, but she couldn't utter a word.

I saw a flash of panic, fear, and...

despair.

I knew my words had hit her sore spot.

She looked around like a frightened rabbit, trying to find a way to escape.

But she soon realized there was no escape.

"I...I don't know what you're talking about..." she stammered, her voice trembling violently.

I sneered and said, "Mrs. Li, you don't have to pretend anymore. I know you were involved in that scam. I know about the collusion between you and the person in charge of Wang's charity project."

Mrs. Li's shoulders slumped, and she slumped weakly on the sofa, her eyes empty, as if she had lost her soul.

She knew that her secret had been exposed and everything was over for her.

She was like a prey caught by a hunter, and could only be slaughtered.

I saw her pick up her phone and try to make a call.

I didn't stop her because I knew she must be trying to contact her accomplices.

I had already arranged for someone to follow her, and her every move was under my control.

Sure enough, Mrs. Li dialed a number and whispered a few words.

My people immediately tracked the number and located it.

I was secretly happy in my heart. It seemed that I would be able to uncover the truth of this scam soon.

My informant soon reported that they had found a hidden ledger that appeared to record some financial transactions related to the previous conspiracy.

I was so excited, this was exactly the key evidence I wanted!

I immediately rushed to where the account book was and carefully flipped through each page.

The numbers and names in the account book are like jumping notes, playing a melody of sin.

I seemed to see those kind people who were deceived, saw their desperate eyes, and heard their helpless cries.

I clenched my fists, my heart filled with anger and determination.

I must bring these criminals to justice!

However, just when I thought everything was under control, a sudden piece of news broke my peace.

Mrs. Li disappeared!

Moreover, some key information in the ledger has also been encrypted!

My heart sank suddenly and a chill ran from the soles of my feet to the top of my head.

I realized that things were not as simple as I thought...

"It seems that someone is helping her secretly..." I whispered, with a sharp light flashing in my eyes.

"The game has just begun..."