"Can the truth about what happened back then be found from them?"

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"So what do you plan to do next?"

"Next, I'll continue to investigate this matter. But as you know, Yaru, Grandpa is getting on in years and his health isn't what it used to be, so I've entrusted this matter to Li Fu and Ye Chen for the time being. I believe they are capable of carrying on the investigation."

"What? Let them investigate? If even you can't find anything, what makes you think they can?"

"Hehe, don't underestimate Ye Chen. Through this incident, I've realized that his potential is tremendous. He can do things others can't, so I think there's still a great deal of hope."

"When the truth is eventually uncovered, if you have done anything back then, I fear it will no longer stay hidden."

"Yaru, we're family. You're Grandpa's only kin, and my own son. What could I possibly do to her? You should think about it. If you keep investigating and there's even the slightest mistake, then I swear, from now on, I will never have any further contact with you."

"Alright, I'll believe you this time."

After finishing, he sighed deeply and seemed to feel uncomfortable, coughing violently for a moment.

Ye Chen hurriedly stepped forward, gently patting the Old Master's back.

"It's alright, it's just old age and ill health, the body isn't what it was, and now it constantly needs medication."

"Are you alright?"

Suddenly, Lin Yaru stood up, as if wanting to approach the Old Master yet unable to decide.

But she still expressed her concern.

Perhaps after so many years, when her family member reappeared before her, it was impossible for her heart not to be moved.

"Don't worry, I'm not going anywhere just yet. Plus, Grandpa has a strong team around him, constantly tending to his health, so there shouldn't be any issues."

"I have only one thing to say, I will continue to pursue this matter. But I need you to take good care of yourself and wait for the day when everything becomes clear, so we can give a proper account."

"Rest assured, if the investigation doesn't get to the bottom of things, I definitely won't rest easy. I can't just hand over the vast Ling JK Group to someone else. If it comes to that, you need to be mentally prepared and keep communicating with those around you. Understand?"

"Alright, I understand."

"Okay, I know you still can't truly accept me, so I don't want to annoy you by staying any longer. I've dealt with the matter and will leave immediately. Take good care of yourself, and if anything happens, have Ye Chen contact me right away."

With that, he merely nodded, then stood up from his seat.

This was an over 80-year-old man, and honestly, his current physical condition was barely hanging on.

He quickly approached Lin Yaru and bent down to whisper in her ear:

"After so many years, you should have let go of any deep-seated anger by now. Besides, what he just said really moved me. At the very least, you should give him some care and comfort."

After saying this, Lin Yaru turned her head to look at him, contemplating deeply.

Suddenly, Lin Yaru rushed forward

"Wait a second."

She walked to the doorway and called out softly, causing Guo Tao to slowly stop and turn around.

"What's up? Is there something else?"

"Take care of yourself. Once this is over, I'll definitely visit Grandpa."

"What did you say?"

When the Old Master heard what she said, especially that last term of address, he was so moved that tears streaked down his face.

He thought he might have heard wrong, and for so many years, Lin Yaru had never called him Grandpa.

"It's nothing. You can go now. Like I said, take care of yourself, and wait for me to come back and reunite with you."

"Alright, I understand."

He kept nodding, then wiped the tears from the corner of his eyes, turned, and left.

Ye Chen had been standing behind Lin Yaru the whole time, silently waiting.

It was about ten minutes before he saw Lin Yaru maintain her posture, probably lost in thoughts of reminiscence.

By that time, the Old Master would have left, so standing there any longer would be pointless.

Ye Chen quietly stepped forward, gently tapping Lin Yaru's shoulder.

Lin Yaru suddenly turned around and he saw her face streaked with tears.

"I know it must hurt, come, let me wipe away your tears."

While speaking, he took a tissue from his pocket and held it out to her.

"You know, it's been 10 years. A full decade since I've seen him."

Ye Chen was admittedly shocked to hear this.

He knew they hadn't seen each other for many years, but never imagined it had been an entire decade.

"Actually, the old man had given me a brief overview of the past before you came, including your father's disappearance and your mother's departure. The impact on you must have been immense."

"I was too young to understand why my father disappeared or why my mother left so suddenly. Inside, I truly have been unable to let go."

"It's not just you. If it were me in your place, I would also have been unable to move on. After all, these are things that one simply can't let go of in their heart."