In the Xiao family's eyes, Yuan Si was as stubborn and unpleasant as a rock. Nothing they said could get through to her. At their wits' end, they thought about asking Xiao Furen to try—after all, he shared their blood. But when they asked around, they learned that Xiao Furen had gone on a business trip, and no one knew when he would be back.
With no other choice, Mrs. Xiao could only remain at the police station to be investigated, while the rest of the Xiao family went home to think of another plan.
"You're back. Is Mom with you?" Zhao Fengfeng had been on pins and needles at home all day. After pacing anxiously for a bit, she felt she couldn't just wait around. She asked her sister-in-law to watch the children, then packed some things and went to her parents' house to ask for advice.
The Xiao father and son hung their heads dejectedly. "No. They said they still need to investigate thoroughly and can only release her when they're sure there are no issues."
