Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2695 - 2631: Shocking Discovery

Even now, he remained uncertain whether Lu Shuangshuang's earlier account of a kidnapping was fabricated or if a genuine abduction had occurred following an unfortunate accident.

Considering his knowledge of Old Master Jiang, he found it improbable that either Old Master Jiang or Jiang Shiheng would orchestrate such an event, locating Lu Shuangshuang and subjecting her to an assault, let alone shaving off all her hair!

This peculiar situation planted seeds of doubt in his mind.

"Someone, escort Miss Lu to the guest courtyard. Everyone else may leave for now. Laosi, ensure everyone remains silent and prevents any rumors from spreading," instructed Old Master Jiang.

Fourth Master Jiang acknowledged the order and departed.

The mention of "Miss Lu's guest courtyard" by Jiang Shiheng earlier, and its repetition by Old Master Jiang, did not go unnoticed by Old Master Lu and Lu Junyou.

A heavy feeling settled in their hearts.

It was abundantly clear that, regardless of the circumstances leading to Lu Shuangshuang's current state, the Jiang family was resolved to sever ties with her.

They intended to call off the engagement, wasn't that right?

They shouldn't even entertain such a thought.

Old Master Lu clenched his teeth. Precisely because of this, they absolutely could not permit the Jiang family to break the engagement. Otherwise, with Lu Shuangshuang already in such a damaged state, if the Jiang family annulled the marriage, what future value would she possess?

Her only remaining worth was in marrying into the Jiang family!

While the Lu family had invested years in nurturing her and he held affection for her, he could not allow her to tarnish the Lu family's reputation.

Jiang Shiheng directed a subtle glance towards Yue Yang.

Yue Yang offered a slight nod in return.

Shortly thereafter, Chen Yiping began examining Lu Shuangshuang's pulse in her original room.

Jiang Shiheng observed the doctor's expression suddenly shift, causing his own heart to falter. Was there an issue?

Chen Yiping's mind was a tempest at that moment.

He even questioned if his skills had suddenly deserted him, leading to a misdiagnosis. He re-examined the pulse. Yet, it remained precisely the same!

Diagnosing such a pulse was not exceptionally difficult, meaning, in theory, there was no rational basis for an error.

However, the implications of revealing this conclusion were staggering!

His initial task was merely to assess the injuries on Lu Shuangshuang's face and eyes.

These appeared to be superficial wounds; the perpetrator's technique was evidently skilled, deliberately exaggerating the redness and swelling, yet the actual damage was not severe.

Now, with this unexpected discovery, what course of action should he take?

"Xiao Chen, tell us what's wrong with Shuangshuang!" Old Master Lu's anxiety and anger surged as he observed the prolonged silence.

He was aware that Chen Yiping was the esteemed nephew of the Capital City's National Medical Sage, Chen Baoshan, and thus, theoretically, trustworthy.

However, the doctor's current demeanor filled him with unease.

Could it be that Lu Shuangshuang had sustained truly grave injuries?

Chen Yiping recognized he could not delay further but felt uncertain about disclosing his findings, instinctively seeking a glance from Jiang Shiheng.

Acknowledging the doctor's troubled and conflicted expression, Jiang Shiheng understood that something significant had indeed been uncovered.

Regardless of whatever predicament Lu Shuangshuang found herself in, it was the work of the "kidnappers," and the Jiang family would not assume responsibility. Thus, he addressed Chen Yiping, "Doctor Chen, if there is a matter of concern, please state it plainly. After all, we must ascertain Miss Lu's true condition to administer the correct treatment."

"Miss Lu's injuries only present as severe," Chen Yiping declared decisively, interpreting Jiang Shiheng's words as an encouragement to speak the truth. "This swelling should subside within a couple of days. The area around the eyes may remain discolored for a short period, but applying anti-inflammatory herbal compresses can expedite the healing process."