Chapter 460: Chapter 223: Killing with a Borrowed Knife (Part 2)
Shangguan Ruiqi gave Su Jiameng a meaningful look, then said to Shangguan Ruolin, "As an uncle, you mustn’t always spoil the children. When it’s time to be stern, you absolutely cannot hold back. Ling’er has truly been spoiled rotten... Alas, it’s also my fault as a father for not guiding her well from a young age. If this happens again, she will be severely punished without mercy!"
After saying this, Shangguan Ruiqi glanced at the girl again. From Su Jiameng’s angle, she could clearly see the forest of murderous intent flickering in his eyes... He, actually had murderous intent towards his own daughter? What was happening?
Before she could come up with an answer, Shangguan Ruiqi had already left with the girl. Shangguan Ruolin looked at Su Jiameng with a conflicted expression, as if he had something to say, but ultimately swallowed his words, turning around and leaving cleanly.
Zhu Mengtong watched the developments coldly. The Shangguan Family’s reputation for protecting their own was well-known throughout the Alliance. There was no reason the girl could be so disparaged by Su Jiameng and still let the matter rest peacefully, let alone apologize. Could it be that they plan some clandestine revenge?
"Miss Su, it’s better if you don’t leave home during this period. The Shangguan Family isn’t that easy to deal with... Especially Shangguan Ruiqi. Rumor has it that his character is extremely sinister and volatile. For him to be this reasonable today... it’s truly unexpected." Zhu Mengtong handed Su Jiameng the medicine he was holding, and kindly offered some advice.
"If something seems abnormal, there’s bound to be something fishy; this much I understand. Thank you for the warning." Su Jiameng nodded, indicating she had taken note. In truth, if Zhu Mengtong weren’t present, and if this weren’t a hospital, Su Jiameng really would have liked to end Shangguan Ruiqi’s life right there!
On the way home, Su Jiameng kept a cold expression. The two children remained quiet, not daring to stir up trouble and anger their mother. Huaifeng had a lollipop that Zhu Mengtong had given him when they parted, looking quite at ease. The wound on his head had already healed, without leaving a scar.
Upon arriving home, Su Jiameng said to Su Mo, "Su Mo, take the two children upstairs. Changxi, come with me!"
"Changxi, what do you think of what happened today?" Su Jiameng rhythmically tapped the tabletop, her expression grave. Changxi pondered for a moment and didn’t immediately give an answer. The two remained silent until Su Jiameng broke the tension.
"That Shangguan Ruiqi, he’s likely one of the Nine... just as we suspected, those research institutes have been meddling with the heads of aristocratic families. Secretly swapping out the eldest son of the Shangguan Family..." At this, Su Jiameng’s lips curled into a smirk, "Those people have really reached far; even a major family like the Shangguan hasn’t escaped, and they’ve allowed this imposter to live for a century!"
Changxi stood nearby, head bowed, "Compared to this, Master, I’m more concerned about another matter..."
"Yes, it’s exactly what I’m worried about too..." Su Jiameng scoffed, rubbing her forehead with a pained expression, "These research products of those institutes are actually capable of producing offspring and passing on their genes... Remember, among the Nine, there are a few who are women. If these women marry into other families and have children... this network of influence will only grow larger."
"Although they can reproduce, their genes carry serious defects. That girl Ling’er is a prime example," Changxi interjected, "I don’t know what means those research institutes have used to conceal her true appearance."
"Compared to other issues, appearance is only a minor flaw." Su Jiameng sneered coldly, "I’ve studied the genetic sequences of those Nine. Human genetic sequences, when fused with other species, are inherently unstable and have the potential to collapse catastrophically. To maintain genetic stability, they must periodically supplement with fresh ’supplements’ or further enhance their genes..."
In terms of Earth’s era, these individuals are like addicts, needing periodic doses of genetic drugs to suppress or further improve their genes. But this means that brutal experiments and blood-soaked sacrifices are inevitable.
These Nine support the Insect Race genetic research for no reason other than this! This is something Su Jiameng absolutely cannot tolerate! Using the lives of ordinary people as stakes for an experiment, even betting with the entire Human Alliance on a gamble doomed to lose!
These Nine... no matter what, they must die! Of course, there are now a few more that need to be dealt with. Su Jiameng closed her eyes tightly, her breathing slowed from rapid to calm, and then suddenly snapped them open, leaving only determination in her eyes!
"Changxi, go prepare; we’ll start with Shangguan Ruiqi!" Su Jiameng had already made her decision. Not only can Shangguan Ruiqi not be allowed to remain, those who inherited the defective genes cannot be left alive either.
Changxi’s expression remained indifferent; for him, many of human emotions were unnecessary. All he had to do was learn absolute obedience, "Yes, but Shangguan Ruiqi is a member of the Shangguan Family and an Alliance captain. To act rashly..."
Su Jiameng sneered suddenly, confidently saying, "Who said... I need to deal with him personally? Since it’s a matter of the Shangguan Family, let their own people handle it. The eldest son was swapped out, and they’ve raised an imposter with ulterior motives and a mermaid bloodline for so many years. Once it comes to light, the Shangguan Family themselves wouldn’t tolerate Shangguan Ruiqi!"
Changxi nodded, backing up the plan. To make the Shangguan Family act against the heir they once favored, the evidence needed must be weighty enough... Here, Changxi lowered his eyes, waiting for Su Jiameng’s further instructions.
"Since we’re using a borrowed knife to kill, we must make sure the knife-bearer is willing to be utilized..." Su Jiameng thought for a moment, continuing, "Changxi, investigate Shangguan Ruiqi’s actions over the past few years... Hehe, since he supports this research and made such great efforts to swap the rightful heir, the research institute has no reason not to covet the wealth and power of the Shangguan Family..."
To compel the Shangguan Family to ruthlessly deal with Shangguan Ruiqi is not easy, yet it’s not simple either. (To be continued. If you like this work, please go to Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendation tickets, monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please go to m.qidian.com to read.)
