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Liang Mo's plan was simple—act ahead of time, gather evidence of Sister Liang's crimes, and then report her to the police. According to the data on the USB drive, Sister Liang not only attempted to gain custody of the children but was also suspected of embezzling Professor Liang's research funds. These were serious offenses.
We worked through the night. Liang Mo hacked into his aunt's computer account, Liang Chuan contacted a lawyer friend he knew, while I kept in touch with Professor Lin to stay updated on Professor Liang's situation. Just as we were intensifying our preparations, the doorbell rang unexpectedly.
When I opened the door, I was surprised to find Professor Liang standing there. His face was pale, but he seemed relatively well.
"Professor?" I exclaimed, "Aren't you supposed to be in the hospital?"
Professor Liang smiled faintly. "I was discharged early. There are some matters that I must handle personally."
The three children inside heard the commotion and rushed out. As soon as Liang Xue saw her father, she dashed into his arms, tears streaming down her face. "Daddy!"
Professor Liang held his youngest daughter tightly, tears welling up in his eyes as well. Liang Mo and Liang Chuan stood by with complex expressions—both joy and concern.
"Children," Professor Liang said as he looked around the room, "you've all worked hard during this time."
He turned to me, gratitude evident in his eyes. "Thank you, Xia Leng."
I shook my head. "I just did what needed to be done."
Professor Liang invited us all to sit down and began to reveal the truth of the situation.
"I suffer from severe depression and anxiety," he confessed. "This is also why I couldn't provide you with enough love and care."
The three children listened quietly, their expressions varied. Liang Mo remained expressionless, Liang Chuan pondered deeply with his head down, while Liang Xue clung tightly to her father's hand.
"I have been searching for someone who truly cares for you," Professor Liang continued. "That’s why I designed the 'Educator' experiment."
He looked at me. "Xia Leng was one of my carefully selected candidates. I wanted to see if she could break through the cold persona I created for her and genuinely care for you."
"Why make it so complicated?" Liang Mo finally spoke up, a hint of resentment in his voice.
"Because I needed to ensure that person's feelings were genuine and not motivated by money or other interests," Professor Liang sighed. "I couldn't entrust you to someone unworthy of your trust."
The room fell silent as everyone processed this astonishing revelation.
"What about Auntie?" Liang Chuan suddenly asked. "Why did she want to take us away?"
Professor Liang's expression turned serious. "My sister has always coveted our family assets. She knows my condition has worsened and wants to take advantage of it to gain custody of you and control over the family fortune."
"We have gathered evidence," Liang Mo said, "and are ready to report her."
Professor Liang nodded. "Good. I've already contacted the police and a lawyer; she won't escape this time."
Then he turned to me with a softer expression. "Xia Leng, there's one more thing I haven't told you."
I looked at him in confusion.
"You are actually my sister's daughter," Professor Liang revealed slowly, disclosing a shocking secret.
I was stunned into silence, feeling dizzy from this revelation.
"Twenty years ago, my sister died in a car accident when you were still an infant. There were some complicated disputes at home, and you were sent to live with relatives," Professor Liang explained. "I have been watching over you from afar, hoping one day I could bring you back home."
I sat there processing this sudden change in identity. I wasn't just an ordinary psychology intern; I was blood-related to the the Liang Family? These three children were my cousins?
"So the entire experiment..." I murmured.
"Partly it was genuine psychological research; partly it was me wanting to see if you would fit into this family," Professor Liang said apologetically. "I'm sorry for testing you in this way."
Liang Xue was the first to react; she cheered and jumped into my arms. "Teacher Xia is my cousin! That's wonderful!"
Liang Chuan also broke into a rare smile. "No wonder I've always thought you looked familiar."
Liang Mo looked at me with a complex expression and finally said, "Welcome home."
I embraced Liang Xue, feeling tears blur my vision. At that moment, all the cold-blooded persona and experimental tasks ceased to matter. I had finally found home, found belonging.
Professor Liang took my hand and said, "If you are willing, stay here. This will always be your home."
I looked up at this uncle I had just recognized, then glanced at the three children’s expectant faces, and the last shred of hesitation in my heart vanished.
"I am willing," I said firmly, my voice trembling slightly with emotion.
Outside the window, sunlight broke through the clouds and poured into the room, casting a golden glow over this reunited family.
The days that followed were filled with change.
Sister Liang was arrested by the police on suspicion of economic crimes, and her daughter Qin Ke was sent to live with other relatives. Professor Liang's health gradually improved under proper treatment; although he still needed regular check-ups, he was able to work and live normally again.
As for me, I officially became a member of the the Liang Family. No longer the Cold-Blooded Tutor, but rather the children’s cousin and Professor Liang’s niece.
With the help of professional doctors, the psychological suggestions were completely eliminated, allowing me to face this new family as my true self.
Interestingly, despite my changed identity, the three children still called me "Teacher Xia." This name no longer represented authority and coldness; instead, it had transformed into a symbol of affection and trust.
Liang Mo decided to study psychology after graduating high school, saying it was influenced by me. That once gloomy boy gradually learned to express his emotions; although still not very articulate, the warmth in his eyes was enough to convey everything.
Liang Chuan joined the school’s music club and discovered an astonishing talent for playing the piano. The silent boy finally found a way to express his inner feelings; the notes flowing from his fingertips conveyed more than a thousand words ever could.
Liang Xue underwent the most significant transformation. The little girl who once feared separation was now confident and cheerful, making many friends at school. She often proudly introduced her "Cousin Teacher" to her classmates.
One evening, Liang Xue knocked on my door as usual; but this time it wasn’t out of fear—it was because she wanted me to tell her a story.
"What should I tell?" I asked while gently stroking her hair.
Liang Xue thought for a moment, her eyes sparkling: "Tell me the story of how Teacher Xia became part of our family!"
I laughed. "That’s a long story..."
"It’s okay," Liang Xue snuggled into her blankets with an expectant look on her face. "I like long stories."
So I began to narrate—from the start of the experiment to the revelation of the truth and finally to our current happy life. Of course, I skipped over some parts that weren’t suitable for children.
"...and that’s how Teacher Xia became your family," I concluded.
Liang Xue blinked: "But weren’t you very fierce at first? Why did you help us later?"
This question made me ponder. Yes, what exactly changed me? What melted that Cold-Blooded Tutor away?
"Because..." I carefully chose my words, "some things are stronger than any experiment or psychological suggestion."
"What things?" Liang Xue asked curiously.
"Love," I answered softly. "When you truly care about someone, all pretenses crumble."
Liang Xue nodded as if she understood but soon fell asleep in my embrace.
I watched her peaceful sleeping face and recalled all that had happened over these three months—from initial psychological experiments to genuine emotional expressions; from playing the role of Cold-Blooded Tutor to now experiencing familial bonds. Life can be so wondrous; fate's gears often turn unexpectedly.
The next day was the weekend, and we decided to hold a small family gathering to celebrate this restructured family starting a new life together.
Professor Liang cooked personally while Liang Mo set up the dining table. Liang Chuan played piano, and Liang Xue and I prepared desserts. The entire process was filled with laughter and joy—a stark contrast to the cold atmosphere when I first arrived.
During dinner, Professor Liang suggested we raise our glasses.
"To our family," he said as he looked around at everyone’s faces, pausing on each one. "No matter what has happened in the past, we will always be together in the future."
"To family!" we said in unison as our glasses clinked together with a clear sound.
After dinner, Professor Liang called me to his study and handed me an exquisite box.
"This is your mother's keepsake," he said softly, "It should have been returned to you much earlier."
I opened the box to find a silver necklace inside, with a delicate musical note as its pendant.
"Your mother was a pianist," Professor Liang explained, "Her greatest wish was to see you happy."
I carefully put on the necklace, feeling a strange connection, as if my mother were right beside me.
"Thank you," I choked out, "for everything."
Professor Liang smiled and patted my shoulder. "Welcome home, child."
On Monday, I officially submitted my leave of absence from the university, deciding to focus on family for now. Professor Liang expressed his full support for my decision and promised that when I was ready, he would help me return to academia.
Life gradually fell into place. We established new family rules, shifting from strict discipline to mutual respect and growth together. The three children no longer called me "Teacher Xia," but affectionately referred to me as "Sister Xia."
A month later, I received an email from Professor Lin, informing me that the Educator experiment had officially concluded and included a payment of one hundred thousand yuan.
Looking at the numbers in my bank account, I couldn't help but smile. This money had once been my sole motivation for participating in the experiment, yet now it seemed trivial. I decided to use it to set up a small fund to help children in need of psychological counseling.
As autumn arrived, Professor Liang's condition had significantly improved. He returned to work and began preparing a new study on healing family relationships. I became his assistant, transforming personal experiences into academic results.
One weekend, our family went for a picnic in the park. The sun shone brightly, and a gentle breeze brushed against us. Liang Xue chased butterflies on the grass, Liang Chuan strummed his guitar, Liang Mo read nearby while Professor Liang rested against a tree.
Sitting on the blanket and taking in the scene around me filled my heart with gratitude. Who would have thought that just three months ago, I was a Cold-Blooded Tutor motivated solely by money?
"What are you thinking about?" Liang Mo asked as he closed his book.
"I'm thinking about the wonders of fate," I replied with a smile, "If it weren't for that experiment, we might never have met."
Liang Mo nodded gently. "Sometimes, the worst beginnings can lead to the best endings."
"Just like a book," I added, "A dull opening doesn't mean the whole story isn't worth finishing."
The music played by Liang Chuan flowed through the air while Liang Xue's laughter rang like silver bells. In the distance, Professor Liang's peaceful face was illuminated by sunlight. At that moment, all pasts, presents, and futures merged into this warm picture.
I reached out to touch my mother's necklace and felt an unprecedented sense of calm and fulfillment.
The Cold-Blooded Tutor experiment had ended, but our family story was just beginning. No matter what awaited us ahead, we would face it together because we had found each other and discovered the true meaning of home.
This is not an ending; it is a new beginning.
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