Last night, after a thorough search, they finally found the culprit. It was none other than Lin Tian, the youngest son of the Lin family, who was also considered the family's useless young master.
This revelation shocked everyone.
When the others arrived at the scene, Lin Tian was already lying in a pool of blood, his face pale and aged. His heart pulse had shattered, and there was no sign of life left. It was impossible to trace the events leading to this outcome.
After all, what could they do with a dead person? They felt utterly helpless and had no way to account for the situation. The entire Lin family was now in jeopardy.
Everyone loathed Lin Tian for his actions.
"Dead?" Upon hearing the explanation, Gu Changge was momentarily stunned. A strategy of faking death? He instinctively felt that it was unlikely.
However, it probably wasn't a real death but a deliberate feigned one. There were countless secret arts in the world that could make one appear dead, and fooling others wasn't that difficult.
Moreover, with the intangible influence of his fate, it wasn't surprising that Lin Tian had thought of this method. After all, where could a damaged soul go once it detached from its body? A single gust of wind could easily scatter it.
And besides, how could someone with such a fate as Lin Tian—destined for greatness—choose to commit suicide? His hatred for himself wasn't strong enough to lead him to end his own life. If he had truly wanted to die, he wouldn't have resorted to such a cowardly act. It would make him seem utterly useless.
No sign from the system either, which indicated that Lin Tian, the one destined for great fortune, was still alive and well. The feigned death method might have worked, but Gu Changge could see right through it.
His face remained impassive, revealing no hint of his thoughts.
The Lin family members were even more anxious, their resentment towards Lin Tian palpable. Even the Lin family patriarch, who had briefly felt relieved when Lin Tian seemed to have changed his ways, was now filled with horror and disbelief over what had transpired.
"System prompt: Lin Tian has been ostracized by the entire family, losing 100 fortune points, and his fate value increases by 500."
Hearing this, Gu Changge couldn't help but click his tongue in his mind. So this is how it works?
Although Lin Tian had been stripped of much of his value, his relationship with Lin Qiuhan might still hold some potential.
"His son has been poorly managed; I ask the young master to punish me," the Lin family patriarch began, bowing his head in deep guilt.
"Lin Tian's actions have left us all feeling uneasy, please, young master, we ask for your punishment," the others echoed, kneeling, trembling with fear.
Gu Changge's background was so powerful that even though Mei Lao had explained the situation, everyone knew that they must avoid making excuses or defending themselves. The right thing to do now was to honestly accept blame.
"This is the taste of power," Su Qingge murmured, her voice calm as she stood behind Gu Changge. Her mind echoed with another soul's thoughts, filled with admiration as well as a chilling, sinister edge.
She had begun to wake up memories from another soul inside her, some of which involved confusing information about the upper realms. This prompted her to study ancient to understand more. However, she was still unsure why this was happening, and she had not told Gu Changge about it yet. After all, the secret of her dual souls was a significant matter, and she wasn't sure how to bring it up.
"Master, this matter should be blamed on me. It's difficult to find the true cause. Lin Tian, as one of my descendants, has shamed me greatly." Mei Lao spoke again, his face full of regret.
He couldn't fathom how someone as incapable as Lin Tian could learn such a malicious secret art. But he couldn't tell Gu Changge that someone might be framing the Lin family either.
"This matter does seem strange," Gu Changge said, considering the situation.
"I've heard Lin Qiuhan speak about Lin Tian before. A normal, useless young master wouldn't have the courage to commit such an act. I also know that certain secret arts in the upper realms can alter a person's soul and control their actions. Although this incident involves Lin Tian, it doesn't seem to have anything to do with the Lin family. Given how long you've served me, Mei Lao, I'll overlook it this time."
His tone was calm and measured, giving the impression of fairness and understanding.
But in truth, Gu Changge wasn't particularly concerned. He knew the full details of what had happened—far more than anyone else. Even the possession of Lin Tian's body by a stronger soul had nothing to do with the Lin family.
However, for the sake of face, he decided to feign benevolence, maintaining his reputation among the Lin family. It would also solidify Mei Lao's loyalty, making it easier to ensure his obedience.
"Thank you for your mercy, Young Master."
"Young Master, you are truly understanding and fair-minded," Mei Lao and the others said in unison, visibly relieved. Their gratitude was evident as they knelt, the weight of the situation lifting slightly.
Lin Qiuhan was a little stunned by Gu Changge's mention of her. Did he intend to help her? She flushed slightly, her mind wandering.
The grief over Lin Tian's death had already begun to fade, her emotions becoming less turbulent.
"Rest assured, Young Master, we will thoroughly investigate this matter and give you a satisfactory explanation," the Lin family patriarch and the elders vowed, relieved but determined.
How did Lin Tian die? Why did he try to harm Young Master Gu? What turned him, a perfectly ordinary useless youth, into someone capable of such heinous acts?
There were too many mysteries surrounding this, and they needed to be resolved.
Gu Changge gave a slight nod, signaling for them to leave. There was no need to linger here; nothing useful would come from them staying.
However, he didn't allow them to bury or cremate Lin Tian's body yet. After all, he was waiting for Lin Tian to "resurrect."
If they burned the body now, Lin Tian's fate would truly be sealed.
But Gu Changge wasn't done extracting every bit of fortune from him. Clearly, he wasn't about to let Lin Tian off so easily.
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