Lin Ruo arrived home late, disheveled, and exhausted. His steps were slow and distracted. Upon entering the living room, he found Li Mei waiting for him on the couch.
Li Mei stood up and moved to assist him. Catching a whiff of alcohol and cigarette smoke, she frowned.
"You've been drinking again? Who were you with this time?"
"I only took a sip." Lin Ruo distanced himself from his wife and headed toward the stairs.
"Dear, I heard Mr. Bang sided with Lin Zhe. The last of our people also followed Mr. Bang. The first branch will likely approach us soon. Don't agree to support them. Our children might have a good relationship with Lin Zhe, but the first branch and Lin Baozi are not that merciful. Don't forget what happened in the past."
