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Chapter 583: Brain Hemorrhage
Chapter 583: Brain Hemorrhage
Nie Zan had just finished arranging his work and was preparing to go on a vacation to Bali with Jia Xin when he received a phone call the afternoon before their departure, informing him that his grandfather, Elder Nie, was in the ICU.
Jia Xin accompanied him to the hospital, and by the time they arrived, Elder Nie was still undergoing emergency treatment. Seeing Nie Jingwen's pale face, Nie Zan asked, "What's wrong with Grandpa? Why did he suddenly collapse?"
Nie Jingwen didn't even dare to look him in the eye.
Sensing that something was amiss from his reaction, Nie Zan pressed, "What really happened?"
Under Nie Zan's interrogation, Nie Jingwen finally revealed the truth. It turned out that Nie Jingshu had accidentally killed someone and been arrested. In a panic, Nie Manli had asked a lawyer to contact the victim's family for a private settlement, only to be caught by the police.
When Elder Nie received the news, his blood pressure soared, and he fainted. He had high blood pressure, and such patients could not withstand stimulation. As a result, the surge in blood pressure had caused a brain hemorrhage.
Nie Zan glared at Nie Jingwen and asked, "Who informed Grandpa about this matter?"
"It was the home tutor that Mom hired. She called Grandpa. I contacted Mom, and she said that the tutor had misguided her, which led to the attempt at a private settlement."
Jia Xin narrowed her eyes and asked, "Does this tutor hold a grudge against the Nie family?"
If not, they wouldn't have done something like this. Especially by encouraging Nie Manli to approach the victim's family directly, they were essentially handing her a smoking gun. In Hong Kong City, even if one wanted to do such a thing, they would have to find a trustworthy person and act in secret. If the prosecution obtained evidence of such actions, it would be considered obstruction of justice, and they would issue an arrest warrant immediately.
Nie Jingwen shook his head and said, "I've already sent people to investigate his identity."
Jia Xin thought for a moment and said, "Your grandfather has been a formidable figure for decades. If it was just Nie Jingshu's accidental murder and your aunt's obstruction of justice, he wouldn't have had a brain hemorrhage from a spike in blood pressure. That tutor must have said something else to aggravate him."
America was similar to Hong Kong City in that both were countries where money talked. Later on, with a powerful team of lawyers, Nie Manli might even be released without charge, and Nie Jingshu might only serve a few years in prison. After all, it was an accidental murder, not premeditated.
Nie Zan was furious. His grandfather had already retired from the family affairs, yet his aunt and cousin still wouldn't leave him in peace, seemingly intent on taking his life. But no matter how angry he was, he couldn't just abandon his grandfather.
With his extensive connections and business in America, Nie Zan said, "I'll look into this. If we find out that she holds a grudge against our Nie family and your aunt was misled, we can get her released soon."
Even that problematic lawyer needs to be investigated.
Knowing that Nie Zan had more influence in America than he did, Nie Jingwen expressed his gratitude. "Thank you, Nie Zan. I appreciate your help with this matter."
Jia Xin remained silent. Although she disliked Nie Manli, the current situation might lead to imprisonment, and it would be somewhat inhumane to stop Nie Zan from helping now. Furthermore, if the tutor had targeted the Nie family, then Nie Zan could also be in danger.
The doctors at the Hong Kong Sanatorium & Hospital were indeed skilled and managed to pull Elder Nie back from the brink of death. However, this time, the situation was more severe than the last, and when he woke up, his speech was slurred.
Seeing his grandfather in such a state, Nie Zan's eyes reddened, and his hatred for Nie Jingshu, the root cause of all this, deepened. Regardless of whether the tutor or the lawyer held a grudge against the Nie family, he had no intention of getting involved in Nie Jingshu's matter and would, at most, only help to get Nie Manli released.
"You two should go back and rest. I'll stay here and take care of Grandpa," Nie Jingwen told them.
Jia Xin pulled his hand gently and whispered, "Grandpa is no longer in danger. Let's go back for now and come back tomorrow morning."
With so many people staying, it was meaningless. It would be better for them to get some proper rest and come back in the morning to relieve Nie Jingwen. Of course, even if they didn't come, the old man would still receive the best care. There was nothing to fault about this hospital except for its expensive fees.
"Alright."
On the way back, Nie Zan held Lu Jiaxin's hand and said, "Jiaxin, I'm sorry, I can't accompany you to Bali. You go ahead without me."
Seeing his exhausted expression, Lu Jiaxin hugged his arm and said, "What are you talking about? Given Grandpa's condition, I'll definitely stay and help share your burden."
Upon returning home, Lu Jiaxin took the opportunity while Nie Zan was taking a shower to call her secretary and ask her to cancel their flight to Bali.
The next morning, Lu Jiaxin woke up to find that Nie Zan had already left. He must have gone to visit his grandfather.
Lu Jiaxin instructed the chef to prepare Nie Zan's favorite breakfast, and after eating, she headed to the hospital. Nie Zan and Nie Jingwen were both in the ward, and Elder Nie was asleep.
The secretary had bought some things earlier, but Nie Zan didn't feel like eating. Lu Jiaxin had brought his favorite mackerel dumplings, a thoughtful gesture that touched him, and despite his lack of appetite, he finished the entire meal.
Seeing the empty food container, Nie Jingwen felt relieved. He knew that in the past, whenever Grandpa was unwell or hospitalized, Lu Jiaxin never showed up, choosing to go about her fun as if it were none of her concern. This change in attitude also indicated her full acceptance, and it seemed that good things were on the horizon for Ah Zan.
After he finished eating, Lu Jiaxin said, "What would you like for lunch? I'll have the chef make something for you."
Their family now employed three chefs—one specializing in Cantonese cuisine, another in Beijing cuisine, and the last in Suzhou cuisine. The chef skilled in Suzhou cuisine was also particularly adept at making pastries, ensuring that the desserts in the Lu household were varied, with a different selection each month. Even Nie Zan, who usually didn't care for sweets, enjoyed them.
Nie Zan didn't have any particular cravings and indicated that anything was fine.
Instead of going home after leaving the hospital, Lu Jiaxin went straight to the company. But not long after she sat down, she received a call from Zong Shimeng. "Jiaxin, I heard that Elder Nie was rushed to the hospital? Just a few days ago, Zhi Fang mentioned that the old man was in good health. How did it become a life-or-death situation?"
Lu Jiaxin explained what had happened with Nie Jingshu and Nie Manli. "We now suspect that the two of them were set up, but we don't know who's behind this or what grudge they hold against the Nie family."
Elder Nie had already retired from his position, so his illness wouldn't affect the Wansheng Real Estate or Wansheng Bank. As for Nie Jingshu and Nie Manli's actions, it wasn't a secret, and those with their ears to the ground would soon get wind of it. It was only a matter of time before it made its way to the newspapers, so there was no harm in telling Zong Shimeng.
Zong Shimeng expressed her worry. "Since they're targeting Elder Nie, and Nie Zan is his most promising grandson, they might go after him too. You and Nie Zan should both be careful."
Lu Jiaxin thanked her and replied, "The culprit probably doesn't have that much power. Otherwise, they wouldn't have schemed to become their lawyer and then used such a low tactic."
"Still, be careful."
Lu Jiaxin assured her, "Sister Shimeng, you focus on resting and taking care of yourself during your confinement. I'll come to visit you and the baby over the weekend."
Zong Shimeng's baby had arrived right on the predicted due date—a boy. Her in-laws and grandmother-in-law were overjoyed and showered her with gifts, making the hardship of childbirth worth it.
"I'll be waiting."
(End of Chapter)
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