As everyone found themselves at a loss with the grandmother, Jiajia's Mother stepped forward.
Taking a deep breath, as if gathering all her strength, she declared loudly, "Li Cuihua, haven't you always wanted a grandson? Let me tell you, that's impossible. Jiajia's father was injured years ago and can no longer have children. Jiajia is our only child, yet you..."
The moment those words left her lips, the courtroom fell silent; one could hear a pin drop. Everyone stared in shock at Jiajia's Mother, their mouths agape.
Upon hearing this, the grandmother's face drained of color in an instant, turning pale as she collapsed to the ground.
Her eyes shifted from cunning to despair in a heartbeat. Tears streamed down her face like a flood breaking through a dam as she trembled and muttered to herself, "I was wrong; how could I be so foolish..."
In the audience, Jiajia's Father initially stood frozen, as if under a spell.
Before long, his eyes turned red with rage. He suddenly charged at Grandma Li, shouting, "How could you do this!"
Before anyone could intervene, he grabbed Grandma Li by the collar with such force that it seemed he might lift her off the ground.
In the chaos, Grandma Li slipped and fell with a thud. Although she did not lose her life from the fall, she suffered a stroke and became paralyzed, lying on the ground with despair and regret etched in her eyes.
Jiajia's Father could not accept that his daughter had been harmed by his own mother, who had now become paralyzed due to his impulsive actions.
The immense blow drove him to madness. In a state of delirium one day, he ran into the street and was tragically struck by a car.
Fortunately, the driver had insurance and compensated Jiajia's Mother with hundreds of thousands.
Jiajia's Mother divided the money into three parts.
One portion was kept for herself to sustain her living; another was given to the paralyzed Grandma Li, whom she had taken to her old house in the countryside. She specifically found someone from the village who had a grudge against Grandma Li to take care of her, offering a very low wage as a form of punishment.
The last portion she brought to my home, along with the house purchase contract.
She handed me the money and the contract, her eyes filled with earnestness. "This is for the house. I can't thank you enough, and I also want to ask you for a favor."
"I’ve read your novel and know you have the ability. Could you help me see my daughter's soul? I miss her so much."
I took the bag from her, feeling a wave of emotions. Looking at her weathered and haggard face, I nodded.
Using my spiritual abilities, I helped her meet Jiajia.
I saw Jiajia's soul enter her mother's embrace, calling out "Mom" before slowly dissipating.
I told Jiajia's Mother that Jiajia had been reincarnated.
Overcome with grief, she asked me, "What can I do to ensure Jiajia has a better life in her next one?"
I gently replied, "In Jiajia's name, do more charity." With tears in her eyes, Jiajia's Mother agreed.
After this incident, I realized that ghosts are not the scariest thing; the human heart is far more terrifying. My fear of ghosts has lessened significantly since then.
Not long after, the police came to find me. They had learned of my unique abilities through this case and hoped I could serve as a consultant to assist them in solving it.
To my surprise, I wasn't labeled as superstitious; instead, I was recognized by the state. Without a second thought, I agreed.
I mean, come on, clinging to the leg of the state is bound to bring good fortune to my Lin family's ancestors!
Of course, I was also eager to unveil the truth behind those cases and see justice served.
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