Bai Qiusheng was determined to push Tangning into the firing line. So, as soon as he woke up, he arranged to see the reporters and the police.
He appeared to be quite badly injured. His head was wrapped tightly with a thick layer of bandages, while is pale face made him look extra skinny. As one looked into his eyes, they could see that they were slightly bloodshot.
"The culprit wanted my life..."
"I hope the police can get justice for me by investigating the truth."
"We must punish the instigator!"
"That's enough for now. Qiusheng's condition isn't too good, so we will not be accepting any more interviews today. Regarding his attack, he will hold a press conference to explain everything once he is fully recovered. I hope the media can be understanding towards him," Bai Qiusheng's manager said as he led the reporters out of the hospital room. The only person left behind was a police officer who was recording Bai Qiusheng's statement.
A little while later, the police officer left the hospital and headed over to Hai Rui to summon Tangning.
As soon as everyone heard of this, the entertainment industry was in an uproar. Was Tangning the one that instigated Bai Qiusheng's attack?
If not, why did the police directly summon her and not anyone else?
To avoid commotion, the police did not act during the day. Since they presented Tangning with proper documentation, she had no choice but to cooperate.
Mo Ting offered a meeting room for the police to use as Tangning rushed over from home. Of course, Mo Ting wasn't a force to be reckoned with. As Tangning headed for the room, 3 lawyers followed closely behind.
"Relax, everything will be fine," Mo Ting reassured Tangning as he patted her on the shoulder.
"Yes, I know," Tangning nodded her head. She understood this was normal legal procedure that could not be avoided.
Mo Ting gently patted her on the head as he watched her walk into the meeting room with the lawyers. After she sat down, the police began their interrogation.
"Miss Tang, I would like to show you a video that was recorded on set," the police officer handed Tangning a phone. As soon as Tangning saw it, she smiled.
"This man claimed to be a friend of Bai Qiusheng's. In this video, he was lost, so I merely pointed him the way to where Bai Qiusheng was filming."
The police officer put away the phone and continued with another question, "Then, how do you explain that your phone number was in the culprit's phone?"
"Mr. Police Officer, how do you expect me to answer this question?" Tangning asked calmly. "My phone number was recently leaked to the public - everyone knows it. Yet, you are asking me how he got my number?"
"It has been proven that the man in the video was indeed the person that attacked Bai Qiusheng. We are currently looking for him. As soon as we find him, the truth will be revealed," the police were well aware that they weren't going to get any information from Tangning. After all, their evidence wasn't substantial. So, even though Tangning was the biggest suspect, they couldn't do anything to her.
"We will not be lenient towards any criminal actions whatsoever."
The words of the police seemed to contain a deeper meaning. So Tangning replied in seriousness, "I hope you remember what you have said today."
"Let's go," after they were done with their questions, the police got up to leave. But, just as they started walking out the door, they turned around and added, "Now that things have been blown out of proportion, you are going to be affected. You should take extra note of your safety."
"I have my methods of proving my innocence. Thank you for your concern," Tangning smiled elegantly.
The two police officers were a little surprised by her response, but they quickly turned to leave. However, after they left, Tangning's expression was no longer comfortable and relaxed.
Back during Yue Shanshan's incident, she had also encountered a self-scripted, self-directed act; back then, she remained quiet and kept herself out of it. However, this time, Bai Qiusheng's act had completely dragged her into the midst of the situation and made it impossible for her to get out.
Afterwards, Mo Ting entered the meeting room and held onto Tangning's hand tightly, "Lu Che has already secured some evidence. He will definitely find the man before the police do."
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