After a wealthy woman went bankrupt, her live-in husband became her sugar daddy.

Chapter 114 Burial Expenses

Looking at the flames in front of me, I couldn't help but feel a wave of fear.

If I had acted any later, I might have perished in the flames along with Jiang Yichen.

After the flames ignited, Jiang Yichen finally realized what was happening and said in a deep voice.

"The driver is still in the driver's seat."

I silently stared at the burning car and didn't respond to him.

In that situation, I didn't have time to rescue either of them.

The police arrived shortly afterward.

We were both taken to the hospital.

On the way there, I deliberately lowered my voice and asked Jiang Yichen.

"I just saw someone trying to attack you. Was that person arranged by Hong Yu?"

Upon hearing my words, Jiang Yichen's expression became quite subtle.

After a long pause, he spoke coldly.

"This has nothing to do with you."

My heart sank. I had just saved him, and now he wanted to distance himself from me so quickly.

I hesitated several times before finally choosing to remain silent.

Upon arriving at the hospital, Jiang Yichen informed Lin Nan to provide the driver's family with funeral expenses.

I just watched silently from the sidelines.

We were scheduled to undergo a full-body checkup.

The car explosion didn't hurt me, and Jiang Yichen only suffered a mild concussion, which didn't affect him.

After the inspection, the police came to us to understand the specific situation.

I remembered the video I had taken on my phone, so I quickly took it out and handed it over to the police.

Because of the distance, I only captured the other person's intention to commit violence in the photos; I didn't capture their appearance.

The police copied my video and then turned their attention to Jiang Yichen, continuing their questioning.

"We will investigate suspicious individuals. Mr. Jiang, we also want to know who knows about your recent activities?"

Seeing the police ask questions, Jiang Yichen rubbed his temples and thought carefully before quickly giving his answer.

"Only Gu Mo, the driver, and the people attending the banquet would know."

The police officer looked enlightened, but didn't explain further.

Sensing that something was off about the police officer's expression, Jiang Yichen asked another question.

"Officer, I'd like to know why you asked about my itinerary."

The police officer, with a serious expression, truthfully relayed his speculation.

"We suspect that this attack was carried out by collusion from within and without."

That simple sentence sent chills down my spine.

Could it be that someone at the banquet is also trying to harm Jiang Yichen?

Jiang Yichen's gaze gradually darkened, and his expression became increasingly serious.

"Is there any evidence?"

The police officer nodded, handed the photos taken at the scene to Jiang Yichen, and continued to provide details.

"According to the investigation, the implementation at the scene was also a deliberate arrangement, so this was a premeditated attempt to harm you."

Standing next to Jiang Yichen, I glanced at the photos of the scene provided by the police and felt that things were not so simple.

Jiang Yichen handed the photo back and spoke earnestly.

"Then please investigate as soon as possible, officer. Please feel free to contact me if anything happens."

The police officer carefully put the photos away and responded decisively.

"Now all those in the know are suspects. We will investigate them one by one and find out the truth as soon as possible."

After questioning Jiang Yichen, the police finally turned to me.

He looked serious as he inquired about the banquet.

"Miss Gu, I'd like to know what you did at the banquet?"

The police officer's words left me somewhat confused.

I told them the truth about what happened at the banquet.

“I stayed by Jiang Yichen’s side until the banquet was almost over, when I felt really uncomfortable and went to the bathroom to throw up.”

It was only at that time that I briefly left Jiang Yichen's side.

But to my surprise, he dumped me and left alone.

After I told him what had happened, the police officer strongly disagreed with my account and questioned me.

“Miss Gu, according to the waiter at the banquet, you went to the restroom and cursed Jiang Yichen fiercely. It is said that you wanted him dead.”

Upon hearing this, I immediately sat up straight and firmly denied it.

“I have never said such a thing; this is slander.”

Although I am indeed dissatisfied with Jiang Yichen's actions, I don't hate him to this extent.

It's even less likely that I would curse him to die.

But the police wouldn't listen to my explanation at all.

"Ms. Gu, based on the accusations made against you by the waiter, we will temporarily list you as the prime suspect."

These words just baffled me.

To label me a suspect based on a single, unverified statement is far too hasty.

I tried my best to defend myself.

"I never said anything like that, and if I really wanted Jiang Yichen to die, why would I save him?"

But my words had no effect whatsoever.

The police added their points with sound reasoning and evidence.

“In addition, we also found Gu Bai’s work ID at the rockfall site. Based on the evidence at the scene, we have reason to suspect that you colluded with him.”

Although I don't know why my brother's work ID was there, I believe he wouldn't do such a thing.

I still insist on explaining myself.

“I didn’t do that. I was notified of tonight’s dinner party at the last minute.”

Without providing valid evidence, my explanation is utterly weak.

"The figure in the video you provided is very similar to Gu Bai. We had previously summoned Gu Bai to cooperate with the investigation, but he disappeared without a trace."

Upon hearing this news, I felt even more lost.

There are too many things that don't make sense here.

Whether it's my brother's work ID or his unexplained disappearance, it all makes me feel that this is a conspiracy deliberately planned by someone.

Their purpose was to kill Jiang Yichen and then pin the blame on us.

For a moment, I couldn't figure out who could have done something so insidious.

Currently, my brother is the prime suspect in the police's eyes, and he is wanted throughout the city.

I'm not much better off.

The police took me back to the police station to open a case for investigation.

My movements are restricted; I can only wait for the outcome in the detention center.

I was detained overnight, and the next day the police took me out and told me that someone was visiting me.

My first thought was that the person who came was Jiang Yichen, and I kept thinking about how to explain it to him.

But after seeing who it was, I couldn't help but feel a little disappointed.

I never expected that Zhong Junhao would be the first person to visit me.

What surprised me even more was that he actually came all the way from country A just for me.

Facing him, I was momentarily at a loss for what to think.

He learned about my situation and gently comforted me.

“Miss Gu, I believe this matter has nothing to do with you. Don’t worry too much, I will find a way to help you.”

I couldn't help but shake my head, saying with a sense of helplessness.

“The other party must have planned this all along; they just wanted to make my brother and me take the blame.”

What worries me even more now is where my brother is.

Was he in danger?

Seeing my concern, Zhong Junhao continued.

“I will keep an eye on your brother’s situation for you, but I also found you a lawyer today.”

As they were speaking, a person walked in from outside.

Before I could even react, Zhong Junhao took the initiative to introduce me.

"Miss Gu, don't worry. With him here, things will definitely be resolved."

Listening to his words, I still couldn't put my mind at ease.

I forced a smile and thanked him softly, "Thank you, Mr. Zhong."

Seeing my reaction, Zhong Junhao realized that I had something on my mind.

"What's wrong, Miss Gu? Is there something else you're worried about?"