Supreme Heir Son-in-law
Chapter 322 Leaking

Chapter 322: Chapter 322 Leaking

There was a sound of laughter with some static from the other end of the phone. It was a voice processed through a voice transformer, "Don’t be angry, Mr. Sheng. I’m calling just to propose a transaction that I believe will interest you deeply," the voice processed through the machine said slowly.

"What kind of transaction could someone like you make with me, hiding behind a disguised voice without revealing your true self?" Sheng Hong sneered coldly, his tone filled with sarcasm, yet he did not hang up, giving the caller the opportunity to continue.

The person on the other end showed a mocking smile but maintained the same tone as at the beginning, unaffected by Sheng Hong’s sarcasm.

"I know what you’re trying to do, you simply want to avenge Sheng Yi, but the murderer is too cunning and left no evidence on the scene. So, you’ve turned your suspicion towards Sheng Wenhao, who you have a grudge against. But have you considered that there might be more than one perpetrator? Xu Ke might also be involved, as they were close friends since childhood," the voice on the call spoke slowly with a rhythmic tone.

On the other end, Sheng Hong’s eyebrows began to knit together. Before he could speak, the voice continued, "And the news I’m delivering today is related to Xu Ke. With the right operation, it not only will allow your child to revenge but can also completely eliminate the Xu Family from this place." The voice on the other end was like sugar-coated poison. Although it seemed sweet on the surface, it was inherently dangerous. Sheng Hong knew it wasn’t simple, yet he couldn’t stop himself from listening quietly.

"Xu Ke’s wife, Lin Mengyao, is the key. As long as you have control over her, Xu Ke will have no choice but to obey you. Whatever you want him to do, he will comply without resistance. And since Xu Ke is on good terms with Sheng Wenhao, making him the bait will surely have half the work done with double the effect," the voice on the other end held a tempting tone.

"I have inside information that Xu Ke and Lin Mengyao have had a conflict. If you send someone to monitor them in the next few days, you’ll soon catch sight of Lin Mengyao, which is an opportunity to crush the Xu Family. It’s up to you to seize it."

"Who are you, and why are you telling me this?" Sheng Hong asked with a frown.

"There’s no need for you to know my identity. Just know that we are on the same side. You don’t want Sheng Wenhao to have it easy, nor do I want Xu Ke to have it easy. Our interests align. I’ve given you the opportunity, only this once. Whether you can seize it is entirely up to you," the voice on the other side said before hanging up, leaving Sheng Hong without a chance to respond.

Sheng Hong looked at the hung-up phone, a flicker of struggle in his eyes, but he swiftly convinced himself and dialed a hidden number in his phone, "Go to the Xu Family Mansion and keep an eye on a woman named Lin Mengyao. Report any developments to me immediately." Sheng Hong instructed the person on the other end before hanging up, and silence returned to the car.

At the Xu Family, Xu Ke sat in the study. Although it was completely dark outside, the light in the study had not been turned on, leaving Xu Ke’s face concealed in shadows.

The entire Xu Family Mansion became silent due to the undercurrents between the hosts. The servants serving meals all kept their heads down, lowering their breathing and footsteps to avoid upsetting the masters.

Sheng Wenhao looked at the large dining table with just himself sitting there. The feeling of hunger instantly left his body as if he had taken a Fasting Pill from the book, no longer feeling any appetite.

"Where’s Xu Ke? Is he having dinner with sister-in-law in the room? Why haven’t I seen him?" Sheng Wenhao asked from the dining table, looking at the dishes next to him and the empty seats.

"The Family Head is in the study. He instructed us not to disturb him." Housekeeper Zhao said, with his eyes showing a struggle and concern, perfectly portraying a role of a butler worried about the master’s health but bound by the master’s orders.

"Leave the dishes here, don’t touch them. I’ll go to the study to call him." Sheng Wenhao stood up suddenly, causing the chair to screech as it slid back.

"The Family Head said not to disturb him except for matters related to his wife or important issues, Young Master Wenhao, just eat first. I’ve told the kitchen to keep food ready for whenever the Family Head needs it." Housekeeper Zhao blocked Sheng Wenhao, speaking with a kind expression.

"What if he collapses from not eating? Isn’t that a big deal? Grandpa Zhao, Xu Ke and I grew up together, I know what to do, just let me go up." Sheng Wenhao said to the elder blocking his way.

"I’ll leave it to you then, Young Master." Housekeeper Zhao looked into Sheng Wenhao’s eyes, lowered his head silently, and stepped aside, speaking gently.

"Don’t worry, I know what to do." Sheng Wenhao patted his chest in assurance.

Sheng Wenhao rushed up to the second floor, intending to go to the study to find Xu Ke. Remembering what Xu Ke instructed, he turned and tentatively knocked on the door of the master bedroom, speaking softly, "Sister-in-law, are you awake? Can I come in to talk?"

The room was quiet with no response. Just when Sheng Wenhao was about to turn and leave, thinking Lin Mengyao hadn’t woken up, a faint voice came from inside, "Come in."

Hearing Lin Mengyao’s voice, Sheng Wenhao’s face lit up, and he pushed the door open to enter.

The warm orange light in the bedroom gave a sense of warmth, making the woman half-reclining on the bed look better.

"Did you come looking for something?" Lin Mengyao’s voice was somewhat cold, but due to her weakness, the chill was not apparent. Besides, Sheng Wenhao had never been alone with Lin Mengyao before, so he didn’t notice anything unusual.

"Are you feeling better?" Sheng Wenhao scratched his head, asking a bit bashfully.

"Much better. Anything else?"

This time Sheng Wenhao sensed Lin Mengyao’s coldness in her words, but thinking it was because they met without Xu Ke knowing, he didn’t take it to heart, continuing, "Xu Ke locked himself in the study and hasn’t eaten all day. I’m worried about his stomach. But he won’t let us into the study, so I hope you can persuade him to come out and eat before the food gets cold."

"Did he ask you to say that?" Lin Mengyao’s eyes showed a trace of hollow coldness.

At this point, even Sheng Wenhao realized the strangeness between Xu Ke and Lin Mengyao. His demeanor was no longer as relaxed as before, becoming somewhat grave, "No, he didn’t. I came on my own. Are you two at odds because of me? If so, I can move out soon and never trouble Xu Ke again. I can swear. Yes, on this trip to South America, I indeed brought you trouble. I’m sorry."

Sheng Wenhao’s manner was sincere, even bowing deeply to Lin Mengyao in genuine apology.