Chapter 51 - 51: Trouble Began with an Unexpected Incident

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“Sis, it’S not that I don’t trust you.” In the car, Song Zhidao began to speak

Song Zhizhi continued to drive seriously.

“It’s just… I can’t understand why so many things have been happening at home recently?” Song Zhidao stared at the scenery outside the window, murmured. “Not long ago, your scandal was the talk of the town. I heard about it even when I was abroad. Now that you’re finally back on the right track, I think you and Ji Baijian make a good match. To be honest, I’ve always looked down on Yi Wenhan. I

don’t even know why you liked him back then?” Why did I like him back then?

Song Zhizhi thought back, she didn’t know why either.

Yi Wenhan was not considered good-looking, his features were just averagely good-looking, certainly not outstanding. Back when she was in college, she was a literature major and he was a finance major.

They knew each other because of an inter-departmental fellowship. She didn’t take notice of Yi Wenhan at first. It was only later when they both were in the student council and he treated her well, did everything for her. People started to joke that they were dating. Before she knew it, it seemed like it had become a reality.

Although Song Zhizhi was betrothed at the time, she only had a cursory impression of Ji Baijian. Given the claims about Ji Baijian’s physical condition after the car accident, she never thought about marrying him. Not considering her betrothal seriously, her attention naturally gravitated towards Yi Wenhan.

She clearly recognized that Yi Wenhan was beneath her station, but he treated her well. Just because she casually mentioned that she liked the steamed meat buns from outside the school, Yi Wenhan would queue up early in the freezing winter mornings to buy them for her, before waiting for her to wake up at the foot of her dormitory building. Even though he would be frozen stiff, the buns he kept in his jacket would still be warm for her.

There were many more such touching gestures.

At that time, she believed without a doubt that he loved her more than anyone else in the world, and she was moved by his kindness. She loved Yi Wenhan wholeheartedly, was even afraid he would feel inferior. She didn’t mingle with upper-class people, thinking that no matter how Yi Wenhan turned out, she was willing to spend her lifetime with him, embracing love.

However…

Remembering the past set off waves of hatred in Song Zhizhi.

She gripped the steering wheel tight, struggling to control her emotions.

All of a sudden…

Song Zhidao blurted out, “Sis, watch out!”

Song Zhizhi was stunned, only to see a black SUV speeding from the left. It was headed straight for them at a high speed. Song Zhizhi quickly turned the steering wheel, steering their car to the side to avoid a direct collision with the SUV. However, they ended up crashing into the guardrail beside them.

The car jolted violently.

Without time to check for injuries, Song Zhizhi hastily unbuckled her seat belt and yelled at Song Zhidao, “Get out of the car now!”

Song Zhidao, still in shock from the impact, swiftly unbuckled his seat belt at Song Zhizhi’s command, opened the car door, and they jumped out as quickly as they could, running a few steps away from the car. At the same time, another black car came barreling in and crashed into their car. Their car, wedged between the guardrail, was totally wrecked.

Song Zhizhi and Song Zhidao were shaken.

If they were a few seconds later, they would probably have been crushed in the car.

Song Zhizhi tightly held Song Zhidao’s hand and ran towards the sidewalk.

Because of the accident, the street was crowded with people. Song Zhizhi’s trembling hands steadied a little at the sight. At least with so many people around, no “accidents” would happen— it seemed.

She clenched her teeth as she looked at their wrecked car, seething with rage.

Had Nie Wenzhi reached her breaking point? Was she resorting to killing anyone who opposed her?

Much earlier than she had in the previous timeline?!

And the cause of death would be compelling. Song Zhizhi was exposed for poisoning her half-sister; she couldn’t withstand the public’s accusation, so an emotionally distressed Song Zhizhi went out for a drive and met with an accident. Death ultimately claimed her.

This time, was her brother’s life also on the line?! Was Nie Wenzhi planning on killing two birds with one stone?!

At that moment, Song Zhidao was in shock as well, having the experience of death looming over him for the first time. He looked anxiously at his sister, noticing the blood dripping down her forehead.

“Sis, you’re bleeding,” Song Zhidao pointed at the wound on Song Zhizhi’s forehead.

It was only then that Song Zhizhi realized it. She frowned and winced as she ran her fingers over the cut, a pained cry escaping her lips.

“I’ll take you to the hospital,” said Song Zhidao hurriedly.

Song Zhizhi nodded.

They hailed a taxi to the nearest hospital. Song Zhizhi had been hit on the forehead during the accident. She felt slightly dizzy, and the doctor recommended observing her in the hospital for one day, suspecting a minor concussion.

As soon as she was admitted to the hospital, the police arrived to investigate the hit-and-run.

Both drivers involved in the accident were taken to the police station for questioning. They deemed it an accidental mishap; as expected, the drivers’ penalty was a suspension of their driving license and a fine. They were also ordered to compensate for the damages.

Song Zhizhi didn’t pursue the matter further, knowing it would be futile, even though she was certain it was no accident.

After giving her statement to the police, Nie Wenzhi arrived at the hospital.

Nie Wenzhi rushed over to Song Zhizhi’s bedside, her face full of concern. She urgently asked, “Zhizhi, are you okay? How did you get into an accident? If Song Zhidao hadn’t called to let us know, we wouldn’t have known you were in the hospital.”

Song Zhizhi really wanted to expose Nie Wenzhi’s deceit right then and there; she imagined that it would be very satisfying. But for now, she could only swallow her anger. She managed to give Nie Wenzhi a weak smile, “I’m fine, auntie.”

“How can you say it’s nothing? You’re in the hospital,” said Nie Wenzhi, a hint of blame in her voice.

“You need to be more careful!”

Need to be more careful? Don’t you know better than anyone else?

Song Zhizhi gave a small laugh, “Car accidents can’t always be avoided, auntie. Don’t worry, I’ll be more careful next time. It’s okay as long as Zhidao is here with me. You can go back first, and let my dad know that I have some minor injuries. I’ll survive.”

Her choice of words “I’ll survive” was made deliberately for Nie Wenzhi to hear.

She guessed that Nie Wenzhi came here not only to put on a show of being a good stepmother but also to check her condition.

Nie Wenzhi must be seething with anger upon hearing her say “I’ll survive”! Nie Wenzhi, however, replied with a seemingly genuine smile, “That’s good, that’s good.” Her expression was so natural that it didn’t betray any hint of deceit.

Nie Wenzhi stayed at the hospital for a while, delivering some emotional words before finally “reluctantly” leaving.

Song Zhizhi watched Nie Wenzhi retreating coldly.

Her brother’s voice echoed in her ears, “Auntie really does treat us well.” Song Zhizhi glanced at her brother.

Indeed, Nie Wenzhi’s ruthlessness towards our family is indeed undeniable!