Ch 40 (Part 1): Rebirth of the Tool Man in a Pampered Protagonist Novel

“What? My dad’s first son with my mom, that means he’s my big brother? Uncle Policeman, are you mistaken?” When everyone looked at the police officer in disbelief, Fang Ziyang was the first one to react and rushed forward in astonishment.

Although his emotions were a bit overwhelming, as the victim’s family member, it was understandable.

Fang Ziyang’s exclamation also snapped the stunned crowd back to reality, and the guests pricked up their ears.

Baby theft, child trafficking, and illegal seizure of property… The gossip surrounding the Fang family was truly astonishing!

As one of the directly involved parties, Fang Qianhao, who was still recovering from his drunken state, suddenly woke up and his mind cleared.

He stumbled forward, grabbed the shoulder of the speaking police officer, and his expression turned ugly.

“What did you say? Do you know what you’re talking about? Baby theft, child trafficking… I am clearly my father’s biological son, what nonsense are you spouting! Are you scammers? How dare you deceive the Fang family, don’t you value your lives!”

Unable to control his emotions, Fang Qianhao’s words became chaotic.

To others, the police officer’s statement was just a glimpse into someone else’s gossip. But for him, it was a devastating blow, causing him to lose everything!

If he wasn’t his father’s son, if he wasn’t a member of the Fang family, everything he had would be taken away.

He would no longer be the respected young master of the Fang family, but rather a joke in the city, even more so than his younger brother, who had just broken off his engagement.

He would have no future!

Fang Qianhao’s expression became ugly and fierce.

However, the police officers were accustomed to dealing with people like him and pushed aside the agitated person sternly, speaking again in a serious tone.

“Young man, we are indeed police officers from the XX Police Station. If you have any doubts about our identity, you can verify it directly at the police station. However, for now, please do not obstruct us from carrying out our law enforcement duties.”

“The details of the case are still unclear, and we are not at liberty to disclose too much. But this case has a strong connection to both Mr. Fang and Mr. Yan. If Mr. Fang andMr. Yan do not cooperate, we will resort to compulsory enforcement.”

As they spoke, several police officers looked at Fang Yandong and Yan Tong.

Although they had just entered for questioning, it was merely a formality. Who in the city didn’t know the prominent businessman Fang Yandong? Yan Tong, on the other hand, was one of the main characters in the recent bullying incident, still fresh in people’s minds. They were not unfamiliar.

Due to the special identities of the victim and the plaintiff in this case, it had garnered significant attention from higher-ups. They had to put in every effort and be meticulous in their work.

Moreover…

This was a matter involving the grievances of prominent families. Since the victim had chosen to bring the matter to court rather than settling it privately, it meant that the case wouldn’t end easily. It was bound to become widely known and exposed to the public eye.

They were used to dealing with such situations.

“Mr. Fang, Mr. Yan, if you have any important matters to attend to at home, please explain them now. We cannot guarantee the timing for taking your statements.”

Was going to have tea at the police station such a simple matter?

Even if it was just giving a statement, it would take at least a day and a night.

For an ordinary person, it might be manageable, but for Fang Yandong, who had a busy schedule of meetings and signing contracts every day, it was a significant delay.

Facing the police officers who had come to his door with legal notice and justification, and knowing that disobedience would hinder the investigation, he could be sent to prison without trial.

Fang Yandong felt a bit dizzy, but he couldn’t faint, nor could he afford to.

He forced himself to stay calm, suppressing the surging waves in his heart, and smiled stiffly. “Alright, officers, please wait a few minutes. I’ll give some instructions regarding work, and then I’ll go with you.”

Yan Tong didn’t move. His mind was in a state of panic, buzzing with fear.

Fang Yandong’s first son with his deceased wife… If he hadn’t misheard, wasn’t that Tang Xun?

Was the person who reported the case Tang Xun himself? Or one of Tang Xun’s friends?

No, regardless of who it was, the exposure of Tang Xun’s existence would be a devastating blow to him. It would not only weaken Fang Qianhao’s power but also give Fang Ziyang, who had already been isolated and without support, a chance to make a comeback.

How could it turn out like this…

Only Zheng Yaxue and Fang Yandong knew about Tang Xun’s true identity. He had already killed Tang Xun, so how could these hidden secrets be exposed? How did things turn out like this?

Yan Tong was truly terrified and panicked now, his mind buzzing.

He had already fallen out with Fang Ziyang, and now that Fang Ziyang detested him so much, if Fang Ziyang gained the upper hand, would he have any good end?

…

After a short silence in the banquet hall, it soon fell into whispers.

Although the police officers didn’t reveal much, the information they disclosed in those few sentences was enough for anyone with a normal mind to understand the implications.

If they hadn’t misunderstood, according to what the police officers said…

That meant Fang Qianhao wasn’t really Fang Yandong’s biological son. The true heir of the Fang family had been switched at birth? Oh my goodness, this was like a plot from a TV drama, but it was happening in real life, involving people they knew!

But something didn’t add up.

If Fang Qianhao wasn’t Fang Yandong’s son, they still looked so alike. They resembled each other so closely, how could it be the result of nurture? The gazes of the crowd shifted back and forth between the two, and their thoughts were filled with doubts.

Fang Ziyang couldn’t help but understand what others were thinking. After setting up such a good show, he couldn’t just let the atmosphere die down. He would be letting down both himself and his brother’s efforts.

So, while Fang Yandong went to make a phone call to instruct his company’s affairs, Fang Ziyang began speaking again.

“Uncle Policeman, are you saying that my current big brother is not my father’s biological son, that he was brought in from outside? But that’s impossible. My big brother and my dad look so much alike, they are obviously father and son. How… how is this possible…”

Fang Ziyang’s emotions were both excited and on the verge of collapsing, and he seemed about to cry.

The police officers felt sympathetic and wanted to offer some comfort.

However, Fang Ziyang didn’t give them a chance to speak. Before the police officers could say anything, he continued on his own.

“No, this is too absurd. My big brother has donated blood to me when I was sick. That definitely proves that we are a family… But I believe you, Uncle Policeman. You wouldn’t deceive us. So, do I really have a biological brother?”

“Wait a minute, my mom didn’t have twins. I can’t have two brothers at the same time. So… does that mean…”

Fang Ziyang seemed to have guessed something, and he suddenly looked at Fang Qianhao, gnashing his teeth, his voice like a thunderbolt.

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“Fang Qianhao, could it be that you are also my dad’s illegitimate child?!”

With this statement, the hidden speculations in everyone’s minds were revealed.

Although they had their own speculations, saying it out loud was a different matter.

Fang Qianhao didn’t want to accept this fact at all. His fierce expression became even more fierce, and he glared at his brother with rage. “Fang Ziyang, what nonsense are you spouting! I am clearly my father’s biological son, and you are the illegitimate child!”

“Yes, you are the illegitimate child. That’s why Dad has never liked you. You are definitely the illegitimate child!”

As if finding an outlet to vent, Fang Qianhao shifted the blame onto his brother, as he didn’t like his brother anyway and didn’t care what happened to him.

But this accusation hit the bull’s-eye, and it had been waiting for him to say it.

Fang Ziyang suddenly seemed to understand something and burst into tears.

“You scoundrel! You are the illegitimate child. Even though you look like Dad, you don’t resemble Mom at all… No wonder you’ve always treated me badly since we were young. You’re obviously my brother, but you always bully me. So, you’re not my brother after all, wuwu…”

“And you dare to say that Dad doesn’t like me. Dad has always given me everything I wanted… If I did poorly on exams, Dad would never scold me and would gently comfort me, saying that most of the family’s money would be left to me in the future. I wouldn’t have to study… I liked buying antique jade, and Dad would let me buy them… To prevent me from spending money recklessly, Dad even entrusted me with managing the shares.”

“So, how could Dad not like me? Fang Qianhao, you’re just jealous. You’re the one spouting nonsense!”

Fang Ziyang cried and shouted angrily at the same time.

At first, everyone nodded along, thinking his analysis made sense. Fang Qianhao must definitely be Fang Yandong’s illegitimate child. Fang Ziyang, the younger son of the Fang family, seemed quite clever in this regard.

However, as they listened further, they felt that something was off.

Giving him whatever he wanted since childhood? Not scolding him for poor academic performance and assuring him that the family wealth was mostly his? Supporting his expensive hobby of buying antique jade? Entrusting him with managing the shares to restrain his spending?

This… This didn’t sound right at all.

Could this be considered doting on a child? Or was it intentionally raising a prodigal son?

Everyone present wasn’t foolish. Even if parents doted on their children, they wouldn’t watch them perform poorly academically and comfort them with words like ‘the family is wealthy, so don’t worry.’ Hoping for their child to excel was the normal attribute of a parent.

Fang Yandong was such a shrewd person. Could he really raise his son to be so wasteful? It didn’t seem possible. Didn’t they see that Fang Qianhao, the eldest son, was known for his excellence in their circle!

Suddenly, the atmosphere in the room turned strange.

Looking at Fang Ziyang, who was still crying while defending his father, even the most ruthless old fox couldn’t help but feel some sympathy.

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