The Genius Doctor, My Wife, Is Valiant Chapter 1296 - 1296: Eddie’s Faith

1296 1296: Eddie’s Faith

Following the elimination of Hawkins, they made their way to see Eddie.

The guards in that area were allies of both AO2 and the Hess family. Vincent, leader of the Hess family, had already authorized Zhan Lichuan and Du Yanzheng, allowing the trio to enter the prison with the ease of owners.

Eddie got word of Hawkins’s demise.

He had dispatched more than 50 mercenaries for his protection. Combined with the 20 men Hawkins had with him, no average foes could have taken him down.

Yet, Hawkins was still slain.

After all, Hawkins was his nephew. Eddie remained stunned for quite a while upon hearing the news.

The key point was that none on the opposing side suffered any injuries.

What did this signify?

It indicated that over 100 of Hawkins’s men failed to harm Zhan Lichuan, Du Yanzheng, or Jinqian. Even their own forces emerged unscathed, while every one of Hawkins’s perished.

What level of strength would it take to pull that off?

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Eddie pondered deeply. Were he in their position trying to kill Hawkins, he could only guarantee his survival. There was no way he’d keep all his subordinates safe and intact.

Thus, their appearance before him came as no shock.

“To control these people so thoroughly… I’m dying to know, just how did you manage it?” Eddie couldn’t resist inquiring.

Within a conference hall, Eddie enjoyed treatment identical to Hawkins’s. They hardly resembled inmates locked away.

They sat in the living room, complete with its own bedroom and kitchen. Despite their heinous deeds and demands from numerous nations for accountability, they lived in luxury behind bars.

No warden dared show disrespect to Eddie.

Every man present served under Eddie.

Zhan Lichuan replied promptly, “My brother and I possess the necessary capabilities.”

Eddie arched his eyebrows and probed, “Oh? Then, might you explain how you two accomplished this? Are AO2 and Sanctuary backing you, or maybe the Di family?”

Zhan Lichuan retrieved a voice modulator from his pocket and remarked, “Mr. Eddie, surely you recognize this voice?”

As Zhan Lichuan called him Mr. Eddie, his pupils contracted instinctively.

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He knew this voice all too well!

It haunted his nightmares repeatedly!

The individual who constructed AO2 from scratch in under a decade and rose to become the world’s wealthiest person.

Eddie’s eyes widened in shock as he jabbed a finger at Zhan Lichuan, “You… You!”

After stammering it several times, he dropped his hand.

Zhan Lichuan was none other than AO2’s enigmatic director.

He glanced at Du Yanzheng, tempted to demand—How could your brother be AO2’s director?!

But upon seeing Du Yanzheng, a mask concealed his face.

He knew precisely who it was now!

For years, the Hess family maintained ties with Sanctuary’s leader. That close associate turned out to be Du Yanzheng!

He finally understood why a mere nudge against the Di family unleashed utter devastation upon the Hess family.

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So…

That explained it all.

Recalling his actions against AO2 and his past collaborations with Du Yanzheng sent shivers racing down his back.

Why had the Hess family suffered such crushing defeats against the Di family? Why did the other Central elites stay silent amid his plight, despite their friendships?

Every puzzle piece fell into place upon learning Zhan Lichuan commanded AO2 and Du Yanzheng was Sanctuary’s Z.

Eddie shut his eyes, reflecting on his dire straits.

His son Vincent despised him, preferring to serve his father Bachard. His sole ally, his younger brother, had taken his own life at this pivotal juncture, handing his forces to Zhan Lichuan and Du Yanzheng. Jiali sat imprisoned, Hawkins lay dead. Bachard and Di Jinqian dominated the Medical Federation. The rest observed cautiously, wary of choosing sides prematurely until a clear winner emerged.

He realized he had no cards left to play.

As Hess family head, chaos had consigned him to prison, rendering him powerless.

Separate incidents might have allowed escape.

But with betrayal from brother and son, plus AO2 and Sanctuary’s involvement…

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Eddie racked his brain for options but ultimately conceded defeat was inevitable.

Eddie always knew when to adapt to the winds of fate.

Just like in the past, he was the eldest son, yet their grandfather favored Jiamo above all. The old man intended for her to become the next family head and groomed her specifically for it.

In those days, his grandfather pressured him relentlessly, his father scrutinized his every move, and Jiamo surpassed him in every way. To protect his own life, stepping back was his only option.

Twenty-eight years later, the very same dilemma confronted him again.

This time, with everything in ruins, Eddie understood clearly what truly mattered to him.

In a steady voice, he stated, “I wasn’t the one who killed Jiamo. I suspected Jiali once and questioned her twice, but I discovered that although she tried to harm both of you, she wasn’t Jiamo’s killer.

“I was never close to El and couldn’t get anything out of him. Now that he’s gone, no evidence remains. Still, I swear to you both that although I had reasons to want Jiamo dead, I didn’t do it.”

Having said that, Eddie glanced at his nephews—both remarkably talented—and a hint of jealousy crossed his face.

Jiamo had produced such outstanding sons, but he had none.

“El died so suddenly. Were you involved? Did he tell you anything?”

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Noticing Eddie’s misunderstanding of El, Zhan Lichuan didn’t want their uncle slandered. After all, despite their limited affection for the Hess family, El had always safeguarded their mother and them.

“Eric was the one who killed my mother.”

Eddie was stunned at first, but reflecting on his father’s character, he realized it was entirely plausible.

“That explains it. No wonder Jiali denied it every time I asked her repeatedly. So, El was the one who killed your grandfather?”