Chapter 168: Worry

Director Geng knew it wasn’t Luo Tianming’s fault, but with his son injured like this, how could he be in a good mood? “You should go back first. I’m not in the right frame of mind to deal with anything else right now.”

Luo Tianming also understood that staying longer might only make things worse. He said, “I’m truly sorry for what happened today. We didn’t educate Luo Bin well.”

He handed over the things in his hands. “This is a token of our apologies. Please accept it. We’re really sorry.”

Ning Bianfang thought of what the doctor had just said, took the items reluctantly, though her expression remained grim.

Finally, Luo Tianming and his wife left the hospital. They made another trip to the police station because Luo Bin was under eighteen, so they had to sign a guarantee before taking him home.

However, the police officer at the police station also told them, “Geng Zhenyu was injured by a brick thrown by Luo Bin. That’s a fact. Therefore, the medical expenses for Geng Zhenyu must be borne jointly by Luo Bin and Wang Sanqiang. Do you have any objections?”

Luo Tianming replied, “That’s fair.”

The police station also sent officers to investigate and understand the basic situation of those involved in the fight. They learned some details about Luo Tianming’s family, knowing that their eldest son had only recently returned home after being rehabilitated.

However, the officers at the Public Security Bureau had dealt with many cases and people, so they weren’t likely to believe it was merely a coincidence. Upon returning to Ji City after being cleared, they quickly discovered the misunderstanding about the child, seeing there was more to the story.

Luo Tianming and his wife returned home with their son from the police station, and it was already past nine o’clock in the evening. The couple returned home with furrowed brows, too tired even to scold Luo Bin.

Luo Tiancheng came out and asked, “Tianming, everything okay?”

Luo Tianming replied, “He’s physically okay, but he needs to stay in the hospital for a few days. The police station said we’ll discuss the specifics tomorrow.”

Luo Tiancheng sighed and said, “Alright, as long as everyone’s okay. You two should eat something quickly and get some rest.”

Luo Tianming nodded, “Okay, brother Tian, you should rest early too. Thanks for worrying about us.”

After exchanging a few words, the two brothers closed the door and went back to their respective rooms.

Luo Tianming’s eldest daughter, 9-year-old Luo Fei, came in and said, “Mom, Dad, dinner is warming in the pot. Do you want to eat in the kitchen or should I bring it over?”

Feng Hui replied, “You go to sleep. If we’re hungry, we’ll get it ourselves.”

Luo Fei had also overheard the neighbor saying that her brother had caused trouble again today. Seeing her mother’s mood sour, she quickly retreated after hearing Feng Hui’s response.

Ever since her sister was sent away and her parents brought back this so-called “big brother,” their home had never been peaceful. No one was helping with the household chores, and she particularly disliked Luo Bin.

Luo Tianming and his wife quickly washed up and lay on the bed, feeling troubled. They didn’t feel hungry despite not having dinner that night.

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In the main house, Qiao Juan whispered, “Look, it’s fortunate we divided the family. Otherwise, this would have caused a huge scandal. Just wait and see, tomorrow morning the neighbors will surely ask questions. Luo Bin is nothing but trouble.”

Luo Tiancheng listened to his wife’s words and silently agreed in his heart. He wondered how much they would have to compensate this time for Luo Bin’s latest mess.

He continued quietly, “As long as we know ourselves, that’s enough. Tomorrow, try to keep a calm expression. Let’s not make things awkward for both families.”

Qiao Juan turned away, saying, “Got it, I’m not stupid.”

The next day, just as dawn broke, someone knocked loudly on Luo’s front gate, disturbing the entire neighborhood’s sleep and putting everyone in a bad mood.

Upon hearing the noise, Luo Tianming and his wife both felt a jolt in their hearts. They quickly got up, put on their clothes, and went out into the courtyard.