Tang Xia and Qiao's father were originally very close.

But in the blink of an eye, they were scattered by the crowd again.

There were so many people hiking today.

After searching for two rounds without finding anyone, Tang Xia was about to give up.

We returned to the pavilion where we were resting.

Seeing the beads of sweat on her forehead, Cheng Qian asked, "What's wrong? Why are you all sweaty after buying just two bottles of water?"

"Sister Qian, I think I just saw my ex-father-in-law."

"What's so strange about that? They probably just happened to be here for a hike."

Tang Xia explained to her, "My former father-in-law has never been in good health. After his fall last time, he has even more difficulty walking. Even if he wanted to go out, he probably wouldn't choose to go hiking. Besides, I just saw him rushing around, and his expression seemed a bit off."

After listening, Cheng Qian understood.

"Why are you so concerned about an old man who has done so many bad things? Besides, even if something really happens to him, it's because his family didn't take good care of him. What does it have to do with you?"

"That...that makes sense."

However, after Tang Xia followed her words, Cheng Qian's face showed an incredulous expression.

It was as if he hadn't expected her to say that.

Tang Xia couldn't help but laugh.

Cheng Qian immediately realized that Tang Xia was deliberately teasing her.

"You," Cheng Qian glared at her reproachfully, but it wasn't really hurtful. Then she said earnestly, "If you're really worried, go and see him. Even though he may have done something wrong, it's still a human life. If something really happens to him, you probably won't feel good about it."

If I didn't see it, then so be it.

But now that we've seen it, we can't pretend we don't know.

Otherwise, they wouldn't be able to live with their own conscience.

Tang Xia put down the two bottles of water: "Okay, I'll go look for it and be right back."

"Go."

When Tang Xia passed by the parking lot, she actually saw Qiao Zhiyu's car.

It seems they really are a family out for a trip.

After thinking about it, she decided to call Qiao Zhiyu.

However, the phone rang for only a few seconds before the other end hung up.

Then she sent another message.

I saw your father down the mountain. He seems to be chasing someone. If you see this message, please come over as soon as possible.

Tang Xia continued walking along the same path.

Unexpectedly, the further we went in, the fewer people there were.

Seeing the roadside signs, she realized that this was actually a small path leading into the mountains.

Because the scenic area is not yet developed, this road is still a muddy path and difficult to walk on.

Normally, not many people want to walk this way.

Tang Xia was also curious as to why Qiao's father, who was using a cane, would run this way for no reason.

As she was thinking, someone suddenly appeared out of nowhere and bumped into her.

"sorry."

The man was wearing a hooded sweatshirt, the wide brim of which covered most of his face.

He saw Tang Xia and his eyes darted away.

After apologizing, he left in a hurry.

Tang Xia stared at her back for a long time.

This person seems really strange no matter how you look at him.

But after all, they came to see Mr. Qiao.

Tang Xia could only put the matter aside for the time being.

They walked a few more steps inside.

Suddenly, she seemed to hear a cry for help.

She immediately followed the faint sound.

After a long time, they finally found Qiao's father, who was on the verge of death, in a reed bed.

"Are you OK?"

Mr. Qiao heard her cries, but was unable to respond.

His body was stiff, his eyes staring blankly at the sky, his lips slightly parted, and only some unintelligible sounds coming from his throat.

Tang Xia realized something was wrong with him and immediately dialed 120.

At this moment, Qiao Zhiyu finally called back.

"You said you saw my dad? Why isn't he staying in the car? Why is he running around like that?"

"Come quick! Your dad looks like he's fallen!"

……

Qiao Zhiyu eventually arrived in the ambulance.

Seeing Qiao's father covered in blood, Tang Xia stood beside him, looking worried.

He subconsciously felt as if he had returned to the past.

How did you take care of my dad?

Tang Xia was taken aback, then a cold smile appeared on her lips: "Qiao Zhiyu, you must have misunderstood me. We've been divorced for so long, it's not like we're going to give custody of your father to me after the divorce, is it?"

Upon hearing this, many people around couldn't help but burst out laughing.

Qiao Zhiyu felt somewhat embarrassed.

Ever since Cong Tangxia divorced him, every time they met, her words were laced with barbs.

At this moment, Qiao's father, who was being carried onto the ambulance, suddenly began to vomit large amounts of blood.

In no time, his shirt was completely soaked with blood.

Even Tang Xia couldn't bear to look at the tragic scene.

As a doctor, Qiao Zhiyu naturally knew that his father's injury was probably not just a head injury, but also likely internal damage.

Only then did he finally begin to panic.

"Dad, hang in there!"

Upon hearing the word "Dad," Qiao's father, who was already on the verge of death, slowly opened his eyes.

But by then, he was completely unable to speak.

Upon seeing Tang Xia, he slowly raised his hand and pointed at her.

"Dad, what are you trying to say?"

But Qiao's father still couldn't make a sound.

Finally, his hand slowly fell to his sides, and he fell into a coma.

The nurses around him quickly attached various life-saving instruments to his body.

This scene was witnessed by Lin Yiyue, who had just arrived.

Without saying a word, she immediately pointed the finger at Tang Xia.

"You're the one who caused Dad's death, aren't you? You must have pushed him!"

Tang Xia seemed to have heard this opening line not long ago.

She suppressed her anger and pried Lin Yiyue's hands off.

His eyes were cold as he warned her, "You don't have to label me every time. Do you think anyone can see through your little schemes? You're pregnant. Even if you don't think about yourself, you should at least do something for your child."

Tang Xia's concern and care for Qiao's father were evident to everyone around her.

For a former daughter-in-law to do this much is already quite commendable.

However, this current daughter-in-law, knowing that her father-in-law had an accident, arrived late.

Not only were they late, but their first reaction wasn't to check on their father-in-law's condition, but instead to shift the blame onto others.

Seeing that she was being talked about by the people around her, and that they were all on Tang Xia's side, Lin Yiyue was so angry that she almost ground her teeth to powder.

Her sinister gaze almost pierced through Tang Xia's body.

Seeing that Qiao's father was being taken to the hospital, Tang Xia had no intention of going with him.

Exhausted, I returned to the rest area.

As soon as Cheng Qian saw her, she asked, "I just saw an ambulance go by. Could it be that something really happened to the old man?"

Tang Xia nodded.

He then told her everything that had just happened to him.

After hearing this, Cheng Qian couldn't help but sigh, "It's a good thing you persevered, otherwise, I don't think he would have survived."

Cheng Qian wasn't cursing anyone when she said that.

She also had elderly relatives who died because of this, so she felt a certain empathy for them.

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