The whole family died tragically? The eldest daughter is the most powerful in the capital after her

Lin Ruoxuan looked at the determination in Lin Ruoqiao's eyes and sighed softly in her heart, feeling that Lin Ruoqiao's forbearance was moving.

Although she was somewhat unwilling, she also respected Lin Ruoqiao's decision and could only shake her head helplessly and said, "Since sister is so determined, I won't persuade her any more. However, I always feel that your feelings don't need to be hidden, and they will come to fruition sooner or later."

Lin Ruoqiao smiled, nodded, and couldn't help but look towards Song Zhennan, with a hint of disappointment in her eyes.

Finally, she reluctantly withdrew her gaze, turned around and left with Lin Ruoxuan.

As soon as Lin Ruoqiao and Lin Ruoxuan left, Song Yuqing couldn't wait to walk to Song Zhennan's side, with a sarcastic tone and a cold smile: "Zhennan, you probably don't know? When you were in prison, someone was very attentive to Miss Lin Qi. If you don't come out, I'm afraid your sweetheart will marry this good brother!"

Song Zhennan was slightly startled, his brows knitted together, a hint of doubt flashed in his eyes: "Big sister, what do you mean? Who is saying this to the Seventh Miss——"

Zhang Mo was standing nearby. Hearing this, he quickly explained, "Zhennan, your elder sister has misunderstood... I just respect Miss Lin more."

Seeing Zhang Mo trying to explain, Song Yuqing's eyes flashed with disdain, and he interrupted coldly, "Mr. Zhang, you say that lightly. However, as friends and brothers, you must know the truth that 'a friend's wife should not be cheated'. If you really have no intention, why do you keep showing your courtesy? People's hearts are hidden, and others may not be able to see the extent of your 'respect'."

Zhang Mo's face froze slightly, and he was about to explain, but at this time Song Zhenhao and Song Zhenyu stepped forward and grabbed Zhennan, looked at Zhang Mo coldly, and said without any emotion: "Zhennan has just been released from prison, his body is still tired, and his family is waiting to take him back, so you don't have to stay here any longer."

"Yes, since Zhennan is fine, there is no need for you to worry about him, Master Zhang."

Zhang Mo frowned helplessly, a hint of loss flashing across his eyes.

The relationship between him and the Song brothers and sisters used to be quite harmonious, but now he felt obvious rejection and alienation, as if an invisible barrier had quietly spread between them.

He didn't say anything else, just bowed, slowly took two steps back, and left with a little disappointment.

When the Song family was about to leave Jingzhao Yinfu, Song Yuqing suddenly stood in front of his parents, and said with a concerned tone and a smile: "Mom and Dad, Zhennan has suffered a lot recently, and we brothers and sisters haven't had a good reunion for a long time. Why don't we let Zhennan ride in the same car with us today so that we can talk about friendship on the way and avoid being bored all the way."

Mrs. Song was stunned for a moment. Although she was a little surprised, she didn't think much about it after hearing the concern implied in Song Yuqing's words.

Song Zhennan did not notice anything unusual. When he heard what his elder sister said, he nodded obediently and followed Song Zhenhao and Song Zhenyu into the carriage behind.

The carriage started slowly, and the group drove towards the Song family.

However, just when they were halfway there, the wheels rolled over some gravel, making a crisp sound.

Suddenly, several dark shadows rushed out from all directions, waving swords and heading straight for the last carriage.

Song Zhennan only heard a commotion outside the carriage curtain, and then the carriage stopped rapidly. The servants outside screamed, "Oh no! There are assassins! Protect the young master!"

A group of men in black quickly surrounded him, and with swords flashing, they attacked Song Zhennan mercilessly.

When Song Zhennan saw that the situation was critical, he quickly jumped off the carriage and drew his dagger to fight.

Although he was agile, the enemies were numerous and their moves were fierce and ruthless, and every blow was aimed at his vital points.

Although Song Zhennan tried his best to resist, he gradually showed signs of fatigue because he was outnumbered and was almost scratched by the black-clad men's knives several times.

Just as a knife was about to cut across Song Zhennan's shoulder, suddenly, a swift figure flashed by, and the moment the sword was unsheathed, he neatly blocked the assassin's attack.

Song Zhennan looked up and saw that it was Gu Nanyuan.

"Brother Nanyuan!" Song Zhennan was surprised and happy. Before he could thank him, he saw Qi Zeshen coming with his guards on the other side and waving his sword to block the sneak attack from another man in black.

The two men came to the rescue and turned the situation around in an instant, protecting Song Zhennan. The men in black were immediately thrown into disarray.

After the two sides fought for a while, the leader of the men in black shouted, "Retreat!" when he saw that the situation was not good.

At the command, the men in black quickly withdrew, but Gu Nanyuan and Qi Zeshen's guards were faster and successfully captured one of the men in black, pinned him to the ground and tied him up tightly.

Song Zhennan panted, looking at Gu Nanyuan and Qi Zeshen with gratitude, and hurriedly bowed and said: "Thank you for your help today, otherwise I'm afraid I would die here."

Gu Nanyuan just smiled faintly and said lightly: "You are too polite. We are not here to rescue you. We have an important matter today and need to bring someone to interrogate. We never thought that we would be attacked. Since we have encountered it, we will not stand idly by."

Qi Zeshen also nodded in agreement, and said with a smile: "Some things are really arranged by fate. Your safety is the most important thing."

Song Zhennan nodded gratefully, looking at the captured man in black on the ground, feeling a little uneasy.

Gu Nanyuan patted him on the shoulder, signaling him to stay calm, and then instructed Qingji to take the captive back to the Jingzhao Yin Mansion for interrogation, to find out who was behind the scenes.

The Song family held a banquet in the restaurant to celebrate Song Zhennan's safe return, and there was great cheer throughout the meal.

Song Zhennan looked around with a look of anticipation on his face, and asked, "Father, mother, elder sister, I wonder if you have invited the Lin family, Master Gu, and Master Qi to come over? Without them, I'm afraid I wouldn't be able to come back safely today. It would be inappropriate not to invite them to come together for such a great favor."

As soon as the words fell, the expressions of everyone in the Song family froze slightly, and no one responded.

After a moment, Song Yuqing sighed softly, pretending to be aggrieved, and said softly: "Zhennan, you always think about outsiders, but don't forget that today's banquet is a time for our family to reunite."

"Those people may have been kind, but we can express our gratitude outside. There is no need to invite all the 'outsiders' here today. If you really want to thank them, just treat them individually. Why bother to disturb our family reunion?"

Song Zhennan's eyes showed a bit of disappointment when he heard this, and his tone became a bit serious: "Big sister, this is a bit too narrow-minded."

"The Lin family and Nan Yuan are the ones who saved my life. If I don't express my gratitude to them in person, wouldn't it be disheartening? Moreover, the Song family is a merchant family. It is necessary to maintain good relationships with them, especially with such a family. In the long run, it may not be a bad thing."