Heavenly Dragon Doctor Son-in-Law-Chapter 196 - 197 I must have hurt his heart!

"I’m afraid Grandpa and the others will become furious out of embarrassment and drive Qin Long away..." Tang Xuewu’s pretty face was filled with helplessness. If they found out about the mortgage, they would definitely go crazy and might even throw Qin Long out immediately.

"Xuewu, if you don’t trust Qin Long, why not just let him go?" Jiang Tiantian, one of Tang Xuewu’s best friends, was earnestly analyzing the situation for her. "After all, a relationship should be built on a foundation of mutual trust. I know you care about him deeply, so you should believe in him. Otherwise, how are you any different from the rest of the Tang Family?"

"Oh, Tiantian, I’m sorry. I think I understand now." Tang Xuewu felt ashamed and fell silent, her mind continually mulling over Jiang Tiantian’s words. It really is my fault. I didn’t even try to listen to his explanation. Her distrust was what led her to speak so coldly to him. "I can’t believe I hurt him so badly..." she mumbled to herself, deciding she would apologize to Qin Long after this matter was resolved in twenty-four hours.

As soon as Qin Long left the company, he sent a voice message to Jiang Haijing, telling her to immediately investigate why Golden Sun was targeting the Tang Family and him. He wanted to find out who was pulling the strings behind the scenes. This time, Qin Long was genuinely angry and determined to crush the Golden Sun Mortgage Group. He needed to make that despicable company vanish from River City for good, or he would never be able to vent his fury. Qin Long already suspected that Wang Ming was the one causing trouble, but he had to wait for confirmation from Jiang Haijing.

Soon after, an exhausted Tang Xuewu dragged herself home. It was already ten o’clock at night. Zhang Meilan and Tang De were in the kitchen, keeping some millet porridge warm, but Tang Xuewu had no appetite at all.

"Xuewu," Zhang Meilan and Tang De said, both incredibly concerned about their daughter.

"Mom, Dad, you’ve worked hard. You should go get some rest."

Hearing this, their expressions grew even more grave. "Xuewu, is the company alright?" Zhang Meilan asked, sitting beside her daughter with immense concern. "Don’t rush things. Take it slow."

"It’s fine. We should be able to resolve it tomorrow," Tang Xuewu said, feigning confidence. "Tiantian is going to help me personally, so don’t you two worry."

The family had been on such a wonderful, upward path. Tang Xuewu never dreamed that a company like Golden Sun would appear out of nowhere to ruin everything.

"Hmph!" Before Tang Xuewu could finish speaking, Zhang Meilan’s expression changed drastically. "I know everything! It’s all that cripple’s fault!" she screeched, directing her voice toward Qin Long’s room.

Tang Xuewu’s eyes widened in shock. "Mom, how do you know?"

"You silly girl, are you still trying to cover for him? The entire Tang Family knows about it now! He just had to show off and buy that villa and courtyard, and now the mortgage company is at our door demanding payment! I really want to strangle that cripple!" Zhang Meilan ranted, practically hopping with rage.

Beside her, Tang De’s face was grim as he remained silent. He had always defended Qin Long in the past, but this time, his actions were truly unforgivable. If you don’t have money, you just don’t spend it. Why would you mortgage the Tang family’s old residence? It’s despicable! If you’re poor, you can at least keep a low profile. Why did he have to cause so much trouble? Qin Long’s actions had truly infuriated them.

"Mom, Dad, you don’t have to be like this," Tang Xuewu explained helplessly. "It’s very possible that Qin Long was framed."

"You’re still defending him? The mortgage company came to our door!" Zhang Meilan retorted, her anger flaring. What was wrong with her normally brilliant daughter?

"Xuewu, I have to agree with your mother on this," Tang De, who had been silent with a stern face, finally chimed in. "There’s no smoke without fire. Qin Long must be involved."

"You don’t understand the situation," Tang Xuewu said, sighing as she continued to defend Qin Long heatedly. "Let’s just talk about a fact that everyone knows. Forget the fact that Qin Long and I aren’t even legally married. Even if we were, he has no right to mortgage the Tang family’s ancestral home. Only a direct descendant of the Tang Family can do that!"

"Is that so?" Hearing this, Tang De’s expression softened considerably.

"I don’t care about all that," Zhang Meilan scoffed, crossing her arms. "Couldn’t Qin Long have found a Tang family member to collude with? In this world, who can resist the temptation of money?" It was clear she was absolutely convinced that Qin Long was responsible.

"Alright, Mom, Dad. It’s too late tonight. Everything will come to light tomorrow." Exhausted, Tang Xuewu dragged her body into the bathroom. 𝓯𝓻𝒆𝙚𝒘𝓮𝙗𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝒍.𝙘𝓸𝙢

"Xuewu, don’t you dare defend him this time," Zhang Meilan called after her. "Your grandfather will absolutely not let him off the hook." After saying this, she shot a contemptuous snort toward Qin Long’s room. "If he’s really so innocent, why doesn’t he explain himself? It’s because he has a guilty conscience and can’t face you!" Then, she stormed off in a huff.

"Xuewu, you need to think this through," Tang De said with a helpless sigh. "You have to prepare for the worst tonight. If it comes to it, we’ll just have to kick Qin Long out. That way, at least no one will dare to target the Tang Family anymore." He then gritted his teeth. "Those blue-and-white porcelain tea bowls Qin Long bought me... I still have three unopened sets. We can sell them if we have to. They should fetch a good price and help with this emergency." With that, Tang De also left, looking utterly dejected.

Tang Xuewu stood frozen for a moment before slowly knocking on Qin Long’s door and entering his room.

Qin Long had just finished sending the voice message and was staring blankly into the distance.

"Don’t you have an explanation?" Tang Xuewu asked, looking at him with frustration.

"What’s the point of explaining to someone who doesn’t trust me?" Qin Long replied, his voice chillingly calm. His tone had become cold and distant.

A shiver went down Tang Xuewu’s spine as she sensed something was terribly wrong. It seems he’s completely lost hope in me...

She bit her red lip and lowered her head. Have I really broken his heart...?

"What am I supposed to do?" she said, her voice filled with helpless frustration as she clenched her fists. "All the evidence points to you, and you have no proof of your innocence."

"Let’s be honest. You simply don’t believe that I, Qin Long, could ever possess that much wealth," he stated flatly. "That’s why you’re convinced I’m involved. But don’t worry. Even if I can’t resolve this, it will absolutely not implicate the Tang Family or you."

Qin Long’s unfamiliar tone sent a chill through Tang Xuewu’s heart.

"Qin Long, that’s not what I meant. I was just worried you were going down the wrong path..." Tang Xuewu tried to explain, but the words caught in her throat. His current coldness frightened her. Tiantian was right. Maybe I really am biased against Qin Long. He must be completely heartbroken because of me now...

"Just go take a shower and get some rest," Qin Long said, cutting her off. "Tomorrow, I will go and sort everything out for you."