Chapter 394: A Bitter Heart

t along with her father, she probably called him late at night and they might have had another argument. Looking closely, there was redness in her eyes, as if she had just cried.However, he couldn't..."Do you know him Has he come to plead for mercy" Dayu coldly eyed Tianlan and said, "Let me tell you, he cut off my son's ear. Today, I must find him and demand an explanation!"

It was Tian Lan who had just spoken. He Liguang had not wanted her to come over, but she insisted on coming to have a look. Upon hearing Dayu'er's words, she turned her head and glanced at Fang Mu, asking, "Is he your son"

Dayu'er let out a cold snort and turned her head away, ignoring her.

Although Fang Mu was frivolous, he was still young. Suddenly faced with so many important figures, he felt intimidated and hid behind Dayu'er.

Tian Lan looked at him carefully for a few moments and chuckled lightly. "Can you tell me which ear of his was cut off by heaven"

Dai Yu’er gave her a sideways glance and snorted coldly, “Who knows what kind of sorcery he used. He first cut off Mu Mu's ears and then put them back on.”

Tian Lan turned her head to look at He Liguo, who was supporting her beside her, and smiled. It was the same smile as in the past, as gentle as a spring breeze caressing one's face. But when she turned back to look at Dayu'er, the smile on her face vanished completely.

“Do you really believe what you just said” The voice wasn’t loud, but it carried an extraordinary aura of power. If Tiān had seen her now, she would have been surprised, because Tián Lán had always given him the impression of being incredibly kind and warm. It was hard to imagine that when she was angry, she could also be so powerful and domineering.

Daiyu was slightly surprised. She sensed a familiar aura emanating from Tianlan, an aura she had only encountered in those of the Red Descendants.

She looked again carefully at Tian Lan's face, her mind racing as she recalled. Suddenly, it came to her: this woman had been to her Fangyu Zhai. She remembered very clearly that on that occasion, her close friend from childhood, and also a genuine red-second generation Chen Qiu, had introduced her to a heavyweight figure, and then led this woman to her Fangyu Zhai.

She even remembered the woman's name, Tian Lan.

"I'm asking you, do you believe it yourself" Tianlan asked again, her eyes now blazing with intensity. Her entire being emanated an overwhelming aura. Anyone familiar with her would be astonished, for Tianlan had always been kind and rarely argued with anyone these past few years. She certainly wouldn't use her status to intimidate others.

But tonight, Tian Lan was a far cry from her usual self. Her eyes grew increasingly sharp, and for the first time in front of outsiders, she displayed her aura as a descendant of the Red family and the granddaughter-in-law of Old He.

Even He Ligu, who was by her side, was a little surprised.

Although Dayu'er is domineering and strong, she also has to consider who her opponent is. Tianlan can make Chen Qiu, a descendant of the red clan, call her a heavyweight figure, so her identity must not be simple. Dayu'er was intimidated by Tianlan's aura, and couldn't help but panic in her heart. However, she still insisted: "I told you, his methods are very sinister. Whether you believe it or not, I believe it!"

Bang!

Tian Lan suddenly slapped Dayu.

Da Yuer was stunned. In all these years, no one had ever dared to hit her, not even her own parents. She truly hadn't expected this woman named Tian Lan to dare to strike her.

He Liguo was stunned. Since marrying him, Tian Lan had always been gentle and kind, treating others with humility and deference, she had almost never argued with anyone, let alone hit someone.

This was still his first time seeing his wife get angry.

Tian Lan's face had turned pale with anger, her phoenix eyes blazing with fury.

"Is this what got him arrested Do you think you can even shoot him, kill him, just because you want to"

"I—" Dayu'er was completely stunned, her mouth agape, unable to utter a word.

"How dare you hit my mother" Fang Mu, who was standing behind Dayu'er, suddenly reached out and shoved Tian Lan.

"No!" Dayu suddenly awoke with a start, shouting out as she quickly reached out to stop Fang Mu.

But before she could finish her sentence, a dark figure suddenly sprang from behind Tian Lan. It was too fast for her to see clearly; all she heard was a "bang," and the wooden plank beside her let out a muffled groan as it flew backwards.

On second glance, the shadow was a woman. She looked to be Tian Lan's personal bodyguard.

"She actually still has a bodyguard!"

Daya was incredibly surprised, and even more frightened. Then, she quickly ran to the wooden plank five meters away and helped him up from the ground.

Fang Mu clutched his stomach with a pained expression, a streak of scarlet blood staining the corner of his mouth. It seemed he had suffered serious internal injuries.

Taiyu'er had just been slapped by Tianlan, and her heart was already filled with despair. Now seeing her son beaten like this, she felt a surge of pain and couldn't help but hug him and burst into tears.

Seeing the scene just now beside the red flag car, Lao He nodded secretly in his heart. His grandson's wife was truly a good choice.

He turned his head to look at the three men in red uniforms, his sharp gaze sweeping over their faces one by one.

When Lao He's gaze fell on Xie Mingliang, Xie Mingliang felt as if Lao He's eyes were like a sword piercing his face. It wasn't just physical pain; it felt like he was seeing right through Xie Mingliang, into his very soul.

He immediately broke out in a cold sweat on his back, and quickly straightened his posture and shouted: "Reporting to the leader, it's my fault for today's incident. I haven't disciplined well!"

"Hmph!" Old He glared at Xie Mingliang for a while, his eyes cold as ice. He said in a hard voice, "It's not your fault, is it Is it my fault Who told you that you could send troops to capture people and bring them to the military camp without permission"

He turned his head and looked at Dai Hongjun: "You are the commander, you tell me, who gave you this power"

To speak of today's events, they have absolutely nothing to do with Dai Hongjun. He is enduring untold hardships within himself, but who asked him to be the highest leader of the military district Naturally, he must bear the corresponding responsibility.

"It was my fault for not disciplining the army strictly. Please, Chief, criticize me!" He, just like Xie Mingliang, stood tall and answered loudly.

"Can you just brush over a lax military discipline like that" Old Master He was merciless, pacing back and forth in front of the three of them with his hands behind his back, roaring: "You must never forget, you are the sons and daughters of the people! The power in your hands is given to you by the Party and the people, not your private army! If all units were like this, how could the people trust you, how could they trust our Party"

Dai Hongjun's forehead was beaded with sweat. He really didn't expect this old man to elevate such a trivial matter to such a height. It seemed like the old man was truly exasperated today.

As Old Master He turned his back, he discreetly winked at Wang Dazhong beside him.

Wang Dazhong was the political commissar, and he had worked with He Lao for many years, their personalities complementing each other. Seeing He Lao's expression, he immediately understood what he meant. After He Lao finished his reprimand, Wang Dazhong smiled and said, "He Lao, please calm down. It's no big deal to criticize us. You mustn't let your anger harm your health."

Although Old Master He had a fiery temper and would shout at anyone, he still knew his limits. After letting out a furious tirade, he didn't press the issue further. Borrowing on Wang Daizhong's words, he softened his tone and said, "A few children playing around, causing trouble that necessitates deploying troops for arrest This incident will undoubtedly have a severely negative impact on society. The three of you need to reflect on your actions. If anyone fails to do so properly, I will dismiss them!"

"Yes, yes, yes, please rest assured, we will definitely conduct a thorough inspection!" Wang Da Chong quickly interjected, "Elder He, it's too cold here, why don't you come back to the house with us Let's have some hot tea and talk."

"No!" He Lao waved his hand and walked to Xie Mingliang's face: "Was it your nephew who was beaten by Xiang Tian"

"Yes, he's my nephew." Xie Mingliang replied hastily.

"Has the investigation been clear"

Xie Mingliang's back was completely soaked, and his forehead was also beaded with sweat. He replied, "Not yet."

He hasn't actually met him yet, he only heard Daiyu’s side of the story and has never even seen Xiangtian. Moreover, Lao He clearly came for Xiangtian, so he couldn't possibly bring up what Daiyu said.

"Alright, go investigate right now! If it really is that kid in the sky's fault, your check-up is off!"

Xie Mingliang had no opinion, quickly nodded in agreement, and then turned to walk towards the detention room, preparing to bring out the young man named Xiangtian.

"Don't leave so soon." Old Master He suddenly continued, "If it wasn't his fault, then when he comes out, you go in. You haven't spent some time in this confinement room for a while, have you!"

Lao Tai said it lightly, but Xie Mingliang nearly tripped over his feet and almost fell.

"Well, what do you have to say" Lao He's eyes widened again.

"No!" Xie Mingliang exclaimed loudly, but his stomach was filled with bitterness. Knowing his spoiled nephew well, it was most likely another mess he had caused.

To think that he, a deputy commander of the military region, was over fifty years old and still being put under house arrest, the bitterness in his heart was indescribable. Ma Lili's back, Xie Xintong foolishly asked: "Brother Xiangtian, isn't Xu Wei Lili's boyfriend Why did he stop us"Xiang Tian rubbed her short hair and smiled: "That's because you are too beautiful, h...