CHAPTER 1151: CHAPTER 1151: LIN DENG BREAKS OFF ENGAGEMENT

"Grandma, Gu En already knew at the time that He Zhilan was actually Gu Zhilan. Lan Song had sent word; Gu En knew Lan Song had captured He Zhilan as a hostage. By then, Gu En should have realized that Lan Song planned to use Gu Zhilan as his final shield to trade for his own life. However, Gu En did not want He Zhilan’s true identity to be exposed, so it’s likely she instructed Luo Jinsheng to kill Lan Song immediately if he mentioned anything related to Gu Zhilan. This means it’s probable Luo Jinsheng already knew that He Zhilan was Gu Zhilan at the time."

Lan Li’s analysis instantly plunged everyone into silence.

It seemed almost as if the Gu En Lan Li spoke of was completely different from the one everyone knew—so terrifying.

"Although these analyses sound plausible, Luo Jinsheng has been enlisted for five years now, spending two of those in Y City’s armed police unit. Five years ago, Luo Jinsheng had already adopted Luo Ying’s identity to pose as a soldier. With the capabilities of a mere thug, it would’ve been impossible for him to pull that off on his own. Someone must have helped him infiltrate the army back then. Could that person have been Gu En?"

Gu Hengyuan shook his head and continued, "Five years ago, He Zhilan had not even arrived in the capital yet. Gu En didn’t know He Zhilan at that time, nor could she have foreseen the events that would follow. So Gu En had no reason to prepare by arranging for some thug to impersonate a soldier in advance."

"Uncle’s point is that Gu En didn’t bring Luo Jinsheng into the capital’s military because she foresaw needing him later, but rather to help someone else by getting him in?" Lan Li speculated. "Back when Luo Jinsheng first entered Y City, someone was already aiding him. That person—is the one Gu En later helped."

After finishing his statement, Lan Li fell silent as well.

Everyone’s thoughts revolved around one question: Who was Gu En helping? And why would that person arrange for a fake soldier to infiltrate the capital’s military?

Perhaps only Gu En, whose whereabouts remain unknown, could answer these questions.

As for Luo Jinsheng’s death, there wasn’t enough evidence to definitively pin it on Gu En. Consequently, his murder investigation didn’t progress further and was shelved.

Gu En disappeared as if she could vanish into thin air, and still, no trace of her could be found.

If there was any upside, it was that Chen Yun’s deliberate visit to Gu Hengyuan that day achieved his goal. Many people began paying attention to the Gu Family due to Luo Jinsheng, the fake soldier. As a result, several of Gu Hengyuan’s subordinates were replaced.

October arrived swiftly, bringing the National Day celebrations along with it. This year, the capital was livelier than ever. The National Day parade captivated not only countless citizens but also numerous foreign spectators.

The three-day-long parade turned the entire nation into a hub of excitement.

On National Day, the Lin Family unilaterally announced through the newspaper the cancellation of Lin Deng and Gu En’s engagement.

Perhaps fearing public outrage, the Lin Family accused Gu En of various faults in the paper. Their insinuation was clear: Gu En was unworthy of the Lin Family. A murderous daughter-in-law like her was not acceptable.

He Teng, Xing Ye, and others remained occupied throughout the entire National Day period. It wasn’t until after the festivities that they finally had enough time to gather together.

As usual, the meeting took place at the Xing Family residence. He Dongxue had arrived early to assist Bian Xiulin and the housekeeper with preparing the meal. Meanwhile, in the living room sat Xing Ye’s group of pals, He Teng included.

"Finally, I can catch my breath. I’m worn out," Chen Yun exclaimed, grabbing onto Xing Jialang and refusing to let go, insisting on showering him with affection. "Jialang, did you miss Uncle? It’s been so many days since we saw each other. Don’t you think Uncle’s gotten just a teensy bit more handsome?"