Of course, when Sheng Zexi spoke of Li Tingxuan this way, it wasn’t out of mockery.
However, he would absolutely never admit that there was a trace of jealousy in his words.
After all, back then, Li Tingxuan had been the “golden child” that everyone admired. But Sheng Zexi believed he was outstanding too. So why did everyone think he was any less than this so-called model child?
Besides, Li Tingxuan was exactly the type his wife liked.
According to his wife, in her past life, she had fallen for Wen Zhuqing’s looks, which was how she ended up being deceived by that scumbag.
And Li Tingxuan…
He was like an upgraded version of Wen Zhuqing in both looks and demeanor. But Sheng Zexi knew Li Tingxuan was a true gentleman—noble inside and out.
On top of that, this guy Li Tingxuan actually had feelings for his wife.
Sheng Zexi dared say that if, in her past life, the one who had appeared by Ningning’s side had been Li Tingxuan, then whether he’d even have a chance in this lifetime would be hard to say.
So, Sheng Zexi’s feelings toward Li Tingxuan were… complicated.
“You know me,” Li Tingxuan said, rubbing the bridge of his nose.
It must’ve been during the time at the compound when Dr. Gu came to treat Hua Zhenrong.
He wondered if Sheng Zexi had seen through his feelings back then.
But soon, Li Tingxuan stopped dwelling on it.
Instead, he said, “I came here this time because I have something to tell you. On the train back to the capital…”
Li Tingxuan recounted his encounter with Qin’s father, Bao Shanyan, and her son.
“From Comrade Bao Shanyan, I learned that the man now called Zhang Yutang—originally named Wen Zhuqing—seems to hold a grudge against Dr. Gu?”
“I thought that since I found out, I should warn you.”
Hearing this, Sheng Zexi’s expression darkened.
He hadn’t expected that even though Qin’s father brought Bao Shanyan and her child to the capital in secret, Wen Zhuqing still somehow found out.
And worse, he had acted so quickly.
If Qin’s father had died, even if Wen Zhuqing were eventually caught, there would be no witness or evidence left.
It was very possible that Wen Zhuqing wouldn’t be taken down in one strike.
After all, premeditated murder was the most serious charge!
If Wen Zhuqing wasn’t dealt with decisively now—and given that he already had Ningning in his sights—who knew what else he might do in the future?
“Qin’s father is now at the Beijing Public Security Bureau. They’ve already filed a report, and the perpetrator has been arrested. The case will be transferred to the Beijing Public Security Bureau for trial.”
“I thought you should know, so…”
Sheng Zexi nodded. He stepped forward and punched Li Tingxuan lightly on the shoulder. “Li Tingxuan, thank you.”
This time, Sheng Zexi was genuinely grateful to Li Tingxuan.
If Li Tingxuan hadn’t saved Qin’s father, the man might have died.
And telling him now was crucial.
“As long as I could help Gu—no, as long as I could help you both, that’s what matters. I trust you’ll know what to do next. I’ll take my leave now.”
“Alright. I, Sheng Zexi, owe you one.”
(Sheng Zexi’s inner thoughts: It’s me, Sheng Zexi, who owes you—not my wife. So don’t go getting any ideas about her, or I’ll have to make things difficult for you.)
Under the dim yellow light, Li Tingxuan faintly sensed Sheng Zexi’s wariness.
He didn’t quite understand, but he nodded anyway and left.
It’s just…
He couldn’t help feeling a little regretful that he didn’t get to ask where Dr. Gu was. Would her children look like her? They…
Li Tingxuan wanted to ask more, but he forced himself to suppress the urge.
In the end, his expression remained as calm and unreadable as ever. Then he turned and disappeared into the darkness.
After Li Tingxuan left, Sheng Zexi turned and returned to the communications office, making a call to the Beijing Public Security Bureau.
Once the call ended, Sheng Zexi drove away from the military district, heading home.
Meanwhile, at the Beijing Public Security Bureau, when handling the case involving Qin’s father, Bao Shanyan, and her son, they had initially thought it was just about someone who had changed their name, stolen another’s academic results, and fraudulently taken their place in university.
But they hadn’t expected it to also involve military personnel and their families.
Sheng Zexi was the only son of the recently retired General Sheng, and his future was boundless.
His wife, Dr. Gu, was a national employee—a highly skilled physician.
Had Wen Zhuqing grown a bear’s heart and a leopard’s gall? How dare he provoke people with such powerful connections? Did he have a death wish?
And now, just moments ago, Brigade Commander Sheng had called, demanding they rigorously investigate Wen Zhuqing’s case.
They couldn’t help but recall earlier that evening—
The distinguished young man from the Li family, who had brought Qin’s father and the others to the Beijing police station.
That young noble was close friends with their bureau chief, bound by life-and-death ties.
Before leaving, he had also emphasized that someone as brazen as Wen Zhuqing must not be let off lightly—he had to be punished severely.
“This Wen Zhuqing really knows how to make enemies.”
“And cause trouble.”
“To provoke people with such formidable backgrounds…”
“And to anger two of them at once—impressive.”
“But then again, someone who repeatedly plots murder is ruthless.”
“Still, this time, Wen Zhuqing won’t escape.”
“Get ready. Once the arrest warrant is issued, we’ll apprehend him.”
“Yes, sir!”
…
Meanwhile, in Wen Zhuqing’s rented apartment.
Deep in the night, Wen Zhuqing had another dream.
It was a continuation of his previous dream about his past life.
Last time, he had dreamed of Gu Jianing—useless, devoid of any value—being pushed by his design into a sea of flames.
Not only that, but Gu Jianing’s elderly parents, while searching for her, had also been killed in a car accident he orchestrated.
He listened to Gu Jianing’s agonized screams in the fire, unmoved.
Slowly, her cries weakened.
He knew she wouldn’t last.
But then, unexpectedly, a tall figure in olive-green military uniform charged into the inferno without hesitation.
In the end, it was Sheng Zexi—the same man who was Gu Jianing’s husband in this life—who carried her out.
However, even though Sheng Zexi rescued Gu Jianing from the fire, it was too late.
She had already burned to death!
But Sheng Zexi had uncovered Wen Zhuqing’s scheme.
And back then, Sheng Zexi held a high-ranking position and was hellbent on avenging Gu Jianing and her family.
So, Wen Zhuqing was arrested.
Everything he had built crumbled overnight.
In the end, he died a miserable death in prison.
“Haah… haah…” The dream ended with his wide-eyed, unrelenting, resentful expression—his unwillingness to accept his fate.
Wen Zhuqing sat up in bed, gasping for breath.
He had always assumed that in his past life, everything had gone smoothly for him.
Never had he imagined that he would be defeated by Sheng Zexi—
And that Sheng Zexi would be the one to destroy him.
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