When Lin Laoyao arrived at the hospital room, only his elder brother and sister-in-law, along with their children Lin Cheng and Li Hua, were present. Without uttering a word, he placed a basket of fruits on the floor and knelt down. His dramatic entrance drew the attention of other patients and their families in the nearby beds.
"Brother," he began, his voice choked with emotion, "my son, that rascal, has hurt you. I've failed in raising him properly. Please, don't hold his actions against him. He's still young. If he goes to prison, his life will be ruined!"
The four occupants of the room exchanged bewildered looks. They hadn't even reported the incident to the police yet, was Lin Jie already arrested?
Father Lin looked at his younger brother kneeling before him, a man of his age, crying and begging. It left a bitter taste in his mouth. But he had promised his wife and daughter that he wouldn't be lenient this time. So, he remained silent, turning his gaze to his wife.
