After Marrying the Officer Chapter 1346 - 1345: Main Story Finale 18

Chosen Daughter?

This preposterous claim immediately led Xia Chuyi to question Xia Lan’s mental state.

"It’s all your fault for stealing our business; that's why Guo Jiumin doesn't trust me!" Xia Lan’s eyes welled with tears as she confronted Xia Chuyi. "How can someone like you even exist?"

Hearing this, Xia Chuyi’s lingering doubts vanished; she was now certain her sister was unwell.

"Xia Lan, I’m not going to argue with you about these trivial matters," Xia Chuyi stated calmly. "What I need to know is whether Huo Shiqian will face danger in the Southwest."

Xia Chuyi’s primary objective in seeking out Xia Lan was to inquire about Huo Shiqian’s situation.

Based on past occurrences, such as Xia Lan’s knowledge of Xia Chuyi being the Ou Family’s daughter, Xia Chuyi suspected Xia Lan harbored more information than she revealed.

The reason behind this suspicion remained a mystery to Xia Chuyi.

Since she couldn't unravel the truth herself, she decided a direct approach with Xia Lan was best.

"You want to know about that?" Xia Lan immediately burst into laughter upon hearing Xia Chuyi’s question. "I simply refuse to tell you!"

"However, haha, you might soon become a widow yourself!"

"Oh, wait, perhaps you are already one..."

Before Xia Lan could finish her sentence, Xia Chuyi lunged forward, grabbing her collar. Her eyes, filled with an icy glint, fixed on Xia Lan. "What did you just say?"

"Hey, Xia Chuyi, don't get so physical with me!" Xia Lan recoiled from Xia Chuyi’s grasp, striking away her hand. "I didn't do anything wrong, so why are you directing your anger at me?"

"You were the one who altered his destiny!" Xia Lan shrieked, her voice rising in volume. "If it weren't for you, none of this would have happened!"

"It’s all you, all you! You’re the one who’s brought misfortune, the one who’s caused Huo Shiqian’s death!"

These words were clearly designed to provoke a reaction.

Despite her rational mind recognizing the intent, Xia Chuyi found herself unable to resist the surge of emotion.

A furious expression contorted Xia Chuyi’s face as she forcefully shoved Xia Lan to the ground, her chest heaving with agitation.

Xia Chuyi clenched her fists tightly, desperately trying to regain her composure.

Even as her logical mind processed the situation, her emotions couldn't help but wander.

It was true that while Xia Lan's influence was undeniable in many events, Xia Chuyi couldn't shake the thought that perhaps, without her involvement, Huo Shiqian might not be facing such a dire fate.

After all, Huo Shiqian had lived a peaceful life in her previous existence.

Witnessing Xia Chuyi’s turmoil, Xia Lan, who had landed awkwardly on the ground, rose with a triumphant smirk. "Hmph, Xia Chuyi, do you have any idea? It's not just that you've endangered Huo Shiqian's life..."

"Huo Shiqian will be accused of treason this time, forever branded with infamy! All because of you, it's all because of you!" Xia Lan exclaimed with glee upon regaining her footing.

Treason? Infamy?

These two words struck Xia Chuyi like a physical blow, jolting her back to full awareness.

In that moment, perhaps due to the immense pressure, Xia Chuyi found a profound sense of calm washing over her.

From Xia Lan’s venomous words, she began to piece together a chilling truth.

"Treason?" Xia Chuyi’s fist clenched as she spoke. "So, there is a conspiracy involving foreign forces in the Southwest?"

"Hmph, what good does knowing this now do you?" Xia Lan continued her smug smile. "Even if you understand the situation, you can’t warn Huo Shiqian, nor can you bring him back to life!"

"Oh, that’s right, do you want to know how I managed to evade Guo Jiacheng’s surveillance and climb from Guo Kai to Guo Jiumin?"