Chapter 684: When is it your turn to pursue the truth in the 684th round? In the eyes of many, Shi Lan was already ‘dead,’ so no matter how eloquently Yan Shixiu spoke, there would still be those who preferred to believe what they wanted to believe, or who rejected any answers they did not wish to see. Because, in the eyes of some, since Shi Lan was dead, Yan Shixiu should not be alive. Since Duan Langxi had released the video, he was inevitably involved in this vortex. Many questioned his motives, accusing him of using Shi Lan’s popularity for his studio’s gain, leeching off her “blood-stuffed buns.” Because of this, numerous media had staked out Duan Langxi at his studio, hoping for an exclusive interview. Duan Langxi was not stingy, facing the media with confidence and openness. “Mr. Duan, by exposing a deceased, are you chasing so-called ‘traffic’ or is there a hidden agenda?” a female journalist cornered him at the studio exit to ask. But Duan Langxi looked around and then said, “Come on, all you media people come over, today I’ll give you a satisfying story, and I only hope that after today, you won’t camp outside my studio anymore, affecting my patients who come here for consultations.” Those ‘guests’ loitering at the entrance, hearing this, abandoned their act and immediately pulled out their IDs, digging tools from their bags, swarming forward. “First, I’ll directly answer your first question. The public might not be clear about my patients, and I can’t reveal their privacy here, but let me say this, sorry, the average person simply cannot afford my consultation fee, so I have no need to chase traffic that could burn me. This matter has no hidden agenda either; Shi Lan once was my patient and a good friend. Whoever she wanted to protect, I want to protect. This is just me being able to lend a hand.” “Then how can you be certain that the people Miss Shi trusted definitely had no intention of harming her? After all, Miss Shi has passed away, and there’s no proof from the dead.” This was the media’s second question. “I don’t quite understand your logic. Although Shuangshi is certainly prospering now, Yancheng isn’t dominated by just one hand, is it? Not only me, but Shi Lan’s closest mother has never implicated her daughter’s death with her son-in-law, has she? If Shi Lan’s death really had something to do with him, do you think Mrs. Shi would stay silent? Even if Mrs. Shi didn’t speak out, wouldn’t the police investigate? Are you trivializing the law too much? No one can manipulate the law and the truth, so I don’t understand your mindset. Ignoring the police and believing those who cause trouble? I advise those with this mindset to see a counselor and seriously consider whether they’re ill.” “Still talking about no proof from the dead? If someone is unrelated to this case, why should they accept your questioning? What proof is needed? If netizens really want justice, they can go to police academy and investigate cases themselves, rather than sitting in front of a computer, typing on keyboards laden with germs and debris, pointing fingers.” “Mr. Duan, how exactly was the relationship between the Shuangshi couple in the past? Can you clarify that for us?” This was the media’s third question. “The people left behind have remarried and started new lives, so I prefer not to discuss their past relationships, nor do I have the right. Let me reaffirm one thing, Yan Shixiu had the capacity to leave the Shi Family and had countless opportunities to harm Shi Lan, but he never harbored such intentions. You may think this is whitewashing or whatever, but this is the fact. There’s none of the ‘kill wife for revenge’ or ‘conspiracy to seize assets’ you imagine. Some netizens think that having internet access makes them detectives, but in reality, your concocted stories are cliché, tens of thousands a year, just imposing on a celebrity now; you really shouldn’t think too highly of your intelligence.” “Lastly, Mr. Yan Shixiu, please settle your PR fees with me. If I whitewash for you for free, I might even become a ‘murder’ suspect myself.” “I feel the general public, rather than doubting a public figure who is constantly under scrutiny, should more rightly doubt those behind the keyboards about what their intentions are. Isn’t that more terrifying when you think deeply about it?” “To mention another fact long ignored by everyone, the Shi brothers, those two who were arrested, their parents are the real culprits behind Shi Lan’s death. Yet so many netizens can still friendly and attack the victims, you all… are you human or ghosts? I’ve said all I have to say.” Facing the cameras, Duan Langxi had made his points very clear and straightforward. Moreover, he did not at all hide his displeasure towards the keyboard warriors. The media hadn’t seen such an eloquent interviewee before, responding so generously and comprehensively, they almost wanted to make Duan Langxi a model for interviewers. Regarding the cooperation from Duan Langxi, they also made their response. After the interview, as expected, they cleared out from the entrance of Langxi Studio completely. And even declared they would never return. Afterward, Duan Langxi’s interview content was uploaded on the social network. Many people thought Duan Langxi was arrogant, each one cursing as they searched his background, but upon opening his profile, they respectfully closed it. Googlᴇ search 𝓷𝓸𝓿𝓮𝓵※𝓯𝓲𝓻𝓮※𝓷𝓮𝓽 With so many prominent patients, did he really need to curry favor with Yan Shixiu? However, Duan Langxi’s testimony alone, how could that be enough? Mrs. Shi originally arranged for the housekeeper to handle the scandal concerning Yan Shixiu, but she hadn’t anticipated that Yan Shixiu would escalate the situation. Thus, she decided to come forward personally, expressing her views on social media. @Shu Mengxian: “I don’t trust anyone, but I believe in the police investigation results, Yan Shixiu and Shi Lan’s deaths are unrelated. The real murderer will soon be brought to court. Only the police can deliver justice to me, passionate netizens, please rest, respect the facts.” Below, netizens were baffled. @Qiao Xingxing: “Who is this influencer?” @Happy Villain: “So there’s something wrong in seeking the truth now?” @BlueBlueBlueHeart: “You guys in this thread are a joke. Did someone murder your wife and seize your assets? Is it your place to seek the truth? Do you really think you’re a crusader for justice, that the world’s peace rests on you? Also, I remind you to check the influencer’s credentials before you display your ignorance.” @Qiu’er: “Mrs. Shi and the police have already made their stance clear; this is the whole truth, sorry it didn’t fit the keyboard warriors’ wishes. Suddenly, I find Duan Langxi’s words quite fitting—these keyboard warriors who cling to accusations of someone being a murderer are incredibly malicious and discontented. If my family had such keyboard warriors, I would be terrified. After all, most young people who live a fulfilling, upward-striving life don’t have much time to engage in such detrimental acts.”