Chapter 1552 - 1551: Suspect

Lin Fan, with a serious expression, said to Cheng Qingshan, "Patriarch Cheng, everyone on Demon Island knows there's a grudge between me and your Cheng Family. Do you think I'd actually kill Cheng Batian at such a critical moment? Wouldn't that be a blatant admission that I murdered him?"

"How would I know what you're planning!" Cheng Qingshan replied.

"Patriarch Cheng, think about it. Any intelligent person wouldn't act at such a time. And if I truly were the one, I'd make sure to bury Cheng Batian or burn him to ashes directly, rather than leave him for your family to find. That would only cause trouble for myself!" Lin Fan continued explaining.

After hearing this, Cheng Qingshan began to hesitate. He realized that he hadn't thought the situation through earlier due to his anger. Now, upon reflection, Lin Fan's reasoning seemed valid!

If it were him, he wouldn't choose this moment to kill Cheng Batian. After committing the act, he'd exhaust all means to ensure no one knew it was related to him, rather than letting his enemies seek revenge.

"You think someone else is behind this?" Cheng Qingshan asked.

"Correct! Someone must have orchestrated this and then placed the blame on me!" Lin Fan responded.

"And who do you think that someone might be?" Cheng Qingshan inquired.

"I just learned of this incident. I'm not yet clear about the details and can't guess who might be responsible!" Lin Fan stated.

"Do you think…it could be the Fang Family?" Cheng Qingshan proposed.

However, upon hearing this, Lin Fan immediately shook his head, dismissing Cheng Qingshan's suggestion.

Lin Fan said, "Patriarch Cheng, at this moment, you need to think in reverse. The least likely suspect is often the most suspicious!"

"You're suspecting the Li Family?" Cheng Qingshan knitted his brows tightly!

After listening to Lin Fan's explanation, Cheng Qingshan too thought it was highly possible for the Li Family to have done this!

Firstly, Lin Fan's identity had been exposed. Given that the Li Family and the Sun and Moon Divine Sect are considered enemies, directly killing Lin Fan is inappropriate. So, using someone else's hand to eliminate Lin Fan is the best strategy!

Secondly, while everyone says the Cheng Family is ruthless, those who truly understand the Li Family know they're the most vicious on Demon Island, without exception!

Cheng Qingshan had the longest dealings with the Li Family due to their previous alliance. When Li Qingtian lost to Lin Kongxian and planned a night raid against Lin Kongxian, Cheng Qingshan was present but refused to join Li Qingtian in carrying out the task!

Lin Fan said, "To determine who really killed Cheng Batian, we need evidence. Nowadays, evidence is crucial, rather than acting on mere suspicions. However, rest assured, Patriarch Cheng, within ten days, I will provide you with a satisfactory answer!"

"Is that true?" Cheng Qingshan asked.

"It's true!" Lin Fan said emphatically.

"Very well! I will give you ten days. If you can't provide a satisfactory answer in ten days, I'll spare no effort to deal with you!" Cheng Qingshan threatened, grinding his teeth.

"Retreat!"

Immediately, Cheng Qingshan waved his arm, shouting loudly, and turned to leave!

"Patriarch Cheng, wait a moment!"

Just then, Lin Fan called out!

Upon hearing this, Cheng Qingshan furrowed his brows in confusion, turned back to Lin Fan, and asked curiously, "Do you have more to say?"

"For my investigation to proceed discreetly, I hope Patriarch Cheng won't spread news of this, and when you return, claim that the fight was fierce, but due to Mr. Liu's presence, you were unable to kill me and had to withdraw. This way, the murderer won't be on guard!" Lin Fan suggested!

After contemplating, Cheng Qingshan nodded and said, "Fine! I'll agree with your request. But after ten days, if you can't give me a satisfactory answer, it'll be a life-or-death situation!"

After cold words, Cheng Qingshan immediately turned and walked towards the Liu Family's exterior!

Watching Cheng Qingshan and his men retreat, Lin Fan let out a slight sigh of relief. Yet, when he thought of this killing setup, his mood became grave!

Fortunately, Cheng Qingshan wasn't one to act rashly. Otherwise, the enemy's plan would have certainly succeeded!

Although Lin Fan wasn't clear on the details yet, he had a hunch!

"Kid, are you okay?" Liu Wujian asked with concern, looking at Lin Fan!

"Don't worry, Mr. Liu, I'm fine!" Lin Fan shook his head and replied!

"Kid, I believe you're not involved, but Cheng Qingshan might not believe it. Who do you think is responsible for this incident?" Liu Wujian queried!

Lin Fan glanced at the surrounding Liu Family servants and said to Liu Wujian, "Mr. Liu, too many people around, let's discuss inside!"

Liu Wujian nodded, leading the way into the villa!

Upon reaching the dining room, they saw a table adorned with various delicious dishes, prepared to welcome Lin Fan's first visit to the Liu Family. They hadn't anticipated Cheng Qingshan's ordeal!

After everyone took their seats, Liu Wujian, Liu Yu, and Liu Wei all looked at Lin Fan, eager to hear his thoughts!

Lin Fan lit a cigarette, took a deep drag, and said, "I suspect this is related to the Li Family?"

"The Li Family? You hold no grudge against them, why would they frame you?" Liu Wujian asked in confusion!

"If I'm correct, it's precisely because of my identity!" Lin Fan replied!

"A disciple of the Sun and Moon Divine Sect?" Liu Wujian asked, puzzled!

"Exactly! My Sun and Moon Divine Sect and the Li Family are known enemies, known to many, and now, my Sun and Moon Divine Alliance is growing strong, likely causing panic in the Li Family. That's why they would resort to such measures!"

"Moreover, Cheng Batian wasn't ordinary; he was a Pill Force expert. On Demon Island, apart from us and the Fang Family, only the Li Family has the strength to kill him!"

"And lastly, the primary reason the Li Family would kill Cheng Batian and frame me is because of what I possess!"

Lin Fan detailed his suspicions!

"What do you possess?" Liu Wujian asked, bewildered!

This time, Lin Fan didn't conceal the truth, considering his father-in-law was sitting before him!

Moreover, while the Sun and Moon Divine Alliance was powerful, it differed in high-level strength compared to the Li Family. Lin Fan desperately needed Liu Wujian's support!

Lin Fan reached into his chest and pulled out a badge crafted from Yellow Flower Pear Wood!