After Going Viral on a Dating Show, I'm Pampered by All-Chapter 331: Looking for Clues to Prove Ah Li Is Not Dead

Chapter 331: Chapter 331: Looking for Clues to Prove Ah Li Is Not Dead

"It’s said that after the assistant rescued him, the fire escalated and other rescues couldn’t be carried out; 119 was called immediately."

Shangguan Yuan didn’t hold any particular suspicions about that detail. Aside from their young master, everyone on site was an outsider, and it was only natural for someone to first save their own kin.

He knew Qiao was very rational, but indeed she seemed somewhat unwilling to face reality when it came to Si Chenli’s matter.

He sighed deeply, "Sang Qiao, there’s nothing suspicious about this matter; the fire started accidentally when they carelessly threw an unextinguished cigarette butt on the ground."

Sang Qiao, upon hearing this, still had no reaction, her gaze fixated intently on Shangguan Yuan.

This look made Shangguan Yuan feel uneasy. Did she not believe him, or was she still unwilling to accept Si Chenli’s death at this point?

"Qiaoqiao is sleepy, with your rational mind, I believe you must have an answer in your heart. Don’t keep looking for clues trying to prove something utterly unrealistic," he said.

"Shangguan Yuan, I am analyzing my feelings rationally precisely because I feel something is off, which is why I’m reluctant to accept Ah Li’s death."

Sang Qiao’s eyes were filled with resolve; she couldn’t believe that Ah Li would just leave her like this.

They had not easily come together, and now in her womb, she also carried Ah Li’s child.

"Then what do you make of the autopsy results? Do you know what day it is today?"

Shangguan Yuan’s tone revealed a hint of helplessness; he really didn’t want to be so cruel, but people like Qiaoqiao who appeared rational under normal circumstances, were the ones who might find it hardest to recover from such a blow.

He didn’t want Qiaoqiao to be completely debilitated by Si Chenli’s passing.

"Could there be no possibility that the autopsy results are wrong?" Sang Qiao clenched her fingers subconsciously tight.

"Almost none, at least not that I’ve ever heard of any professional willing to lie about a body. There’s no benefit for them," Shangguan Yuan sighed deeply, feeling utterly helpless; he had said all he could, if Qiaoqiao still refused to accept it, there was nothing he could do.

"As long as that person is Si Chenli, there would be a benefit," Sang Qiao’s eyes were cold.

"Fine, you’re the boss, you’re right. Tell me the specifics of your concerns, and I’ll help you look into them slowly," Shangguan Yuan capitulated, unable to continue persuading.

He had made up his mind to accompany Qiaoqiao in her unfounded investigation until she was ready to accept reality.

"You don’t believe me," Sang Qiao stated, certain of it. Shangguan Yuan, by nature, was not patient with comforting others; any change in his tone was especially obvious.

"It’s not only me who doesn’t believe you. Let’s be realistic, Qiaoqiao. You still have time to see Si Chenli for the last time; don’t wait until it’s too late and regret not being present today."

Shangguan Yuan pinched the bridge of his nose, knowing the pain of losing a loved one was immense, but missing a loved one’s funeral would only lead to more regret when looking back.

This was an occasion that could never be redone in a lifetime, so he hoped Qiaoqiao could accept reality and be present for the last time at Si Chenli’s event.

"I won’t go; he isn’t," Sang Qiao walked towards the door.

All her suspicions were invalid in Shangguan Yuan’s view, so she would have to investigate this matter on her own.

Watching Sang Qiao’s receding figure, Shangguan Yuan was at a loss for what to do.

Perhaps it would take some more time before Qiaoqiao could gradually come to terms with it.

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In the villa,

Old Madam Si and Mrs. Si dared not speak of where they had been that day, and they also feared Qiaoqiao might see the news online.

Fortunately, when they returned, Qiaoqiao was still eating as if nothing had happened, which relieved them quite a bit. As long as Qiaoqiao was not in a bad mood, everything was fine.

They also worried that this was just Qiaoqiao’s disguise, designed to deceive them.

Old Madam Si tried tentatively and with great care:

"Qiaoqiao, if there’s anything you want to talk about, please don’t keep it to yourself."

"Okay, I got it," Sang Qiao chuckled softly, not asking any further questions.

"Eat more." Mrs. Si felt pained but was helpless to do anything about it.

"Mm, okay," Sang Qiao lowered her head, obediently eating whatever they gave her, unbelievably well-behaved.

The more Sang Qiao behaved like this, the more distressed Old Madam Si and Mrs. Si felt. They would rather have Sang Qiao break down, or even cry with them, rather than seeing her act so indifferently.

After barely eating half a bowl of rice, Old Madam Si couldn’t hold back anymore, covering her mouth as she ran out the door.

"Mom!" Mrs. Si stood up to follow, but hesitated as she looked at Sang Qiao next to her.

She was also worried about leaving Qiaoqiao alone.

It was as if Sang Qiao could see the concern in Mrs. Si’s heart, she lightly smiled and said, "It’s okay, mom. You should check on grandma."

"Qiaoqiao, after you finish eating, wait here for me. I’ll be back soon to talk with you about Ah Li’s matter," Mrs. Si now was afraid that Qiaoqiao might do something drastic.

But her mother had run out emotionally distressed, and she would worry something might happen if she didn’t go check, especially since her mother was getting on in years.

"All right, I’ll wait here for you guys to come back," Sang Qiao nodded readily and agreed.

"Good, good, I’ll make sure to bring mom back within ten minutes," Mrs. Si reassured herself that nothing was amiss with Qiaoqiao before she went out the door after her mother.

"Mm."

Sang Qiao bowed her head and started browsing on her phone. It wasn’t until Mrs. Si’s footsteps had completely faded away that she began to secretly investigate everyone related to Si Chenli’s incident.

From the personnel involved in the DNA test to everyone involved in the latest collaboration.

She wouldn’t miss a single one; she wanted their detailed information.

[Miss, rest assured, our person in charge will definitely investigate everyone for you, there will be no omissions.]

Qiaoqiao is sleepy: [Good.]

Sang Qiao put away her phone, her gaze falling on the greenery outside the door. She would definitely find Si Chenli, she must, Ah Li couldn’t just abandon her like that.

After Sang Qiao sat for a while, there was movement outside the door; soon after, two people walked in from outside.

Mrs. Si had a smile on her face, not mentioning at all why Old Madam Si had just run out.

"Qiaoqiao, we’re back, do you want to go out for a walk now? How have you been feeling lately? Maybe we should go to the hospital for a prenatal checkup soon."

"I feel fine, it doesn’t matter whether I go to the hospital or not, let’s follow the doctor’s advice."

Sang Qiao’s expression was pale; she subconsciously reached out to touch her stomach.

This was her and Ah Li’s first child. Even though it was still very small with barely any reactions, its arrival alone was enough to make her feel powerful throughout her body.

Mrs. Si: "Okay, then I’ll ask the doctor tomorrow."

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