Chapter 580: The Most Reasonable Isn’t Always the Most Correct!

Chen Xiao once again asked Kang Mao to return to the cafeteria first.

Then, he stood in the corridor, lost in thought.

A multiple-choice question, with two options.

Option one: Confirm that Huang Zhao’s words were correct, and that there’s a misunderstanding.

Option two: Kang Mao’s observations are right! Zhu Nianying’s words are not just angry and irrational! She indeed has changed, and those who know her are kept in the dark.

Obviously, the more reliable option is still Huang Zhao’s statement.

After all, the so-called huge sum of money never appeared.

And another point is that Chen Xiao has several people who can corroborate this.

Those people are none other than Qin Fei’s parents!

In their introduction, Zhu Nianying had quite a good relationship with them.

If Zhu Nianying were someone who only cared about profits, it would be generally hard to build harmonious relationships with others.

There’s evidence supporting both claims.

And everything makes sense.

Yet Chen Xiao was reluctant to return to the cafeteria.

Because at this moment, another voice emerged in his mind!

What if... what if the most reasonable option is actually the most wrong?

When this voice appeared, Chen Xiao felt extremely alert inside!

Yes.

Why did he come to West Origin City?

Before coming, he didn’t know he’d meet Kang Mao and the others here.

Nor did he know that such a story was associated with Zhu Nianying.

Before coming, he knew nothing about Zhu Nianying.

The reason he came was because he had doubts!

Since he came with doubts, he shouldn’t fully trust things that are too reasonable!

But, if Kang Mao is telling the truth.

Then who is lying?

Huang Zhao?

It seems unlikely.

Chen Xiao always believed that anyone with some common sense wouldn’t shoot themselves in the foot.

After all, if a forgotten case were related to him, why would he bring it up himself?

Moreover, bringing it up offers him no benefit whatsoever!

Chen Xiao felt he needed to calm down.

But just then, Qian Zhu had already walked out.

"Advisor Chen, I’m sorry. You know my job well, so I may not be able to continue assisting with your questioning."

Chen Xiao snapped back to reality, smiled, and nodded:

"Dr. Qian, I already appreciate your help. You go ahead with your work!"

"Okay! But, Advisor Chen, may I ask a presumptuous question? What exactly did Kang Mao tell you just now?"

Qian Zhu inquired.

But Chen Xiao simply smiled, his lips curling.

Seeing this, Qian Zhu understood Chen Xiao’s meaning and could only shake her head helplessly and leave.

After she left, Chen Xiao entered the cafeteria and sat down again.

Kang Mao kept his head down.

Sun Ning seemed unable to get any answers, tears falling in frustration.

Zhu Nianhong appeared confused.

Seemingly comforting Sun Ning, but her thoughts had wandered far away.

Old Gui and Old San turned their gaze toward him.

Chen Xiao spoke: "Let’s call it a day for now. If any of you are busy, feel free to go about your business."

Kang Mao finally looked up, his eyes showing some hesitation, but eventually, he firmly asked:

"Advisor Chen, I have an unreasonable request."

"Go on."

"Can I stay by your side while you’re investigating? I assure you, I won’t cause any trouble!"

Kang Mao was already married.

According to him, he got married and had a child last year.

So when he said these words, it was imaginable that his wife might not be very happy.

Chen Xiao looked at him indifferently:

"Perhaps you won’t cause trouble, but can you tell me what your role would be?"

Kang Mao quickly said, "I can be your guide. Whoever you’re looking for, wherever you need to go, I can help!"

Zhu the Third looked indifferent, unconcerned.

Upon hearing this, his face changed dramatically.

"Hey, you brat, are you trying to take my job after just a few words?"

Zhu the Third blurted out, speaking his mind.

Chen Xiao laughed and said, "Mr. Kang, you heard it, I already have a guide. So far, this guide has been quite efficient."

Zhu the Third immediately puffed his chest, full of pride.

Kang Mao pondered, finally sighing and agreeing.

Seeing this, Chen Xiao turned to Zhu Nianhong and said:

"Second Sister Zhu, what about you? How about I give you a ride home?"

Zhu Nianhong quickly waved her hands: "No, no, I can take a bus back. Advisor Chen, you go ahead with your work, I can’t delay you!"

"It won’t be a delay; besides, you can come with me to visit your parents!"

Chen Xiao continued.

The reason he chose this time to return to Zhu He Village was because he thought of whether the huge sum of money might have been transferred another way?

For instance, a direct cash transfer!

And the name of the person transferring may not be Zhu Nianying herself!

Although Zhu Nianying had an extremely poor relationship with her family.

Some things cannot be believed without seeing them with one’s own eyes.

But when Zhu Nianhong heard she had to return to her family home, her expression changed drastically.

She shook her head, firmly saying: "No, I won’t go back to that home or see those two people, I don’t want to see anyone from that family!"

Zhu Nianhong’s words were as firm as if there were a steel plate in front of her, her will unbreakable!

But why did Chen Xiao want her to go?

He wanted to probe the state of everyone related to Zhu Nianying.

Though not necessarily important.

If even in such unnecessary circumstances, a slight opportunity emerged.

That would be a tremendous chance!

Chen Xiao thought for a moment, looking at Zhu Nianhong and said:

"Second Sister Zhu, what if I tell you that going together might help us find some clues?"

The sisterly bond between Zhu Nianhong and Zhu Nianying should be deep.

At least that’s how it seemed from others and Zhu Nianhong herself.

So Chen Xiao’s words had a hint of moral pressure.

But, if Zhu Nianhong decided not to go, then some things should be reconsidered.

After several seconds of silence, Zhu Nianhong remained quiet.

In those few seconds, she was struggling.

Sun Ning couldn’t help but speak up for her: "Advisor Chen, you don’t understand the situation here, Second Sister shouldn’t have to go back there! You shouldn’t use words like this to force her..."

Before Sun Ning could finish, Zhu Nianhong stopped her:

"I’ll go, I’ll go with you!"

In the end, Zhu Nianhong’s concern for her sister won out.

This made Chen Xiao feel more guilty.

He nodded at Zhu Nianhong and said: "I’m sorry, Second Sister Zhu, I’m just trying to explore every possibility. Although I’m not sure I can get useful information, I truly appreciate your help."

Zhu Nianhong shook her head bitterly, saying:

"In every sense, it shouldn’t be you thanking me. Although I’m reluctant to go back there, my mind is clear."

"Yingzi is my sister, my family. Even though it wasn’t me who asked you to find her whereabouts, what you’re doing is helping my family. So the one who should cooperate without hesitation is me!"

Second Sister Zhu finished speaking, and gave a deep bow to Chen Xiao.