Return to the City: The Strongest King
Chapter 659 - 660: Proving the Name

Chapter 659: Chapter 660: Proving the Name

The Su family had suffered a major loss and, of course, could not just let it go. The next day, they first announced that Su Qingyuan suffered from intermittent mental illness, and his streaking was proof of his condition. Immediately after, they pointed the finger at Song Xiaodong and once again dug up the video from half a month ago involving Song Xiaodong and Song Xiaoru, launching another fierce attack.

However, soon a different voice emerged, from a news interview featuring Song Xiaodong’s relatives, including his second uncle and second aunt, and his third uncle and third aunt.

They all testified that Song Xiaodong and Song Xiaoru were not biologically related as brother and sister and spoke of the deep affection Song Xiaodong and Song Xiaoru shared for each other, how Song Xiaoru took care of her younger brother, and how respectful Song Xiaodong was towards his sister.

That wasn’t all. People quickly pointed out that Song Xiaodong’s state at that time was completely irrational, and some even found videos of others experiencing the same reactions after having ingested a Fantasy Aphrodisiac, just like Song Xiaodong.

This all proved that Song Xiaodong had violated Song Xiaoru only because he had been drugged.

Further stirred by a large wave of paid internet commentators, Song Xiaodong and Song Xiaoru soon became seen as victims, and many who had previously condemned Song Xiaodong began to sympathize with them.

There were even many who felt that since such an incident had occurred between them, it wouldn’t be so bad for the brother and sister to become husband and wife, because after all, they were not related by blood, and being together posed no issue.

Standing in front of the office desk, Su Yao said, "Chairman, several reporters have contacted me, do you want to accept an interview?"

Song Xiaodong shook his head and said, "Decline all such interviews, I’m not accepting any media interviews."

Su Yao hesitated for a moment before saying, "But... this would be the best opportunity for you to clear your name."

"If I accept an interview now, it will seem like I’m trying to stage this whole affair. I won’t respond; let them think what they will. Some things need time to settle. No matter how solid the evidence you present to those online trolls, they will still treat it as fake. Besides, the Su and Sun families will definitely muddy the waters. The more I engage, the more trouble it will be."

Su Yao nodded and said, "I see, then I’ll go and turn them down."

All of this was actually orchestrated by Song Xiaodong. He might not care about his own reputation, but he couldn’t be indifferent to his sister’s. However, just as he had said to Su Yao, things shouldn’t be rushed, or it could backfire.

These past few days, Song Xiaodong was at the company, steadying the turbulence from within. Compared to Su Qingyuan, Song Xiaodong certainly garnered more recognition and affinity from everyone.

On Saturday, Song Xiaodong visited the hospital, where two patients were admitted because of him: the father of Zhong Chuling and the mother of Miao Xuanxuan’s classmate.

He Wenbai followed Song Xiaodong around, updating him on the treatment progress during this period. Although he was not capable of curing people, his medical skill had greatly improved recently, especially since consuming the drug that had induced True Qi in his body. Even though it was weak, it had a certain healing effect when he applied acupuncture. Now, his reputation had grown significantly, with many patients seeking him out daily.

Lin Su’er followed behind. In the last few days, she had been taking care of Song Xiaodong’s meals and daily life. Being together with Song Xiaodong every day brought her inexplicable happiness. As for the rumors about Song Xiaodong in the outside world, she paid them no mind. In her heart, Song Xiaodong was the best man.

Song Xiaodong arrived at Zhong Chuling’s father’s ward, where the two young girls, Zhong Chuling and Lin Shu, were present.

"Ah, Big Brother Song, you’re here!" Zhong Chuling quickly stood up in surprise.

Lin Shu pouted and said, "Uncle, you’re still alive, huh."

Song Xiaodong gave a faint smile and said, "You two, go out. I’m going to perform the treatment."

Both of them immediately left, and Song Xiaodong began acupuncture on Zhong Chuling’s father, with He Wenbai watching intently at his side. Each observation presented a significant learning opportunity for him.

Half an hour later, Song Xiaodong withdrew the needles and then walked straight out.

Zhong Chuling and Lin Shu immediately came up to greet him, and Zhong Chuling said, "Big Brother Song, have you been doing well recently?"

"I’m fine," Song Xiaodong said with a slight smile. "Your dad is recovering nicely now."

Zhong Chuling nodded repeatedly and said, "Yeah, I can tell. Thank you so much, Big Brother Song."

Song Xiaodong nodded and said, "Alright, I’ve got things to do. I’m leaving now."

However, Lin Shu called out, "Hey, uncle, we just got here and you’re not going to host us for a bit?"

Song Xiaodong replied, "I’ll transfer some red packets to you later. Whatever you feel like eating, just go eat that."

Lin Shu pouted and said, "I don’t want that." Then she blinked and added, "I want to stay at your place."

Song Xiaodong frowned, ready to refuse, but Lin Su’er said, "Just let them go. They are strangers here, and it could be troublesome if something happens to them while staying outside."

Only then did Song Xiaodong nod and say, "Su’er, you take them over then." He then left with He Wenbai for another ward.

"You are..." Lin Shu looked at Lin Su’er with confusion.

Lin Su’er smiled slightly and said, "I’m Sister Xiaoru’s sworn sister."

"Oh, I see," Lin Shu muttered, but her gaze toward Lin Su’er still carried a touch of curiosity.

In the afternoon, Lin Su’er brought Zhong Chuling and Lin Shu to Song Xiaodong’s home. Lin Shu started curiously looking around as soon as she entered, while Zhong Chuling seemed quite reserved.

"Make yourselves at home, no need to be polite," Lin Su’er said with a welcoming smile to the two.

"Sister Suer, is there no one else at home?" Lin Shu asked tentatively.

Lin Su’er replied, "Everyone is away for now. It’s just Dongzi living here. I don’t stay here usually, and I’ve just come over to take care of him these past few days."

"A grown man needing someone to take care of him," Lin Shu pursed her lips.

"Brother Dongzi is very busy, you know. With food and clothing, naturally, he hasn’t had the time to take care of these things himself."

"What about his sister?" Lin Shu asked again. In truth, she had wanted to come here just to see Song Xiaoru. She had naturally seen the online rumors, but seeing the person in real life always brings a special sense of achievement.

"Sister Xiaoru is out and not at home."

Lin Shu couldn’t help but feel a bit disappointed. As she wandered around the living room, she soon noticed several photos. Looking at the pictures of Miao Qingqing, Miao Xuanxuan, and Xiao Yingying, she exclaimed in surprise, "Are there so many beauties living here?"

Lin Su’er smiled slightly and said, "Miao Qingqing is Brother Dongzi’s girlfriend, and her little sister lives here too. There’s also Xiao Yingying; she’s a patient of Brother Dongzi’s who has been staying here as well. However, everyone’s been away recently."

"He even has a girlfriend now, that bastard. So my first kiss was wasted for nothing," Lin Shu grumbled to herself in her heart.