But, despite her having slit her wrist, Xiao Yuan still didn't show up.
At this time, public opinion started criticizing Xiao Yuan, saying his character was flawed, lacking filial piety; no matter how Xiao Nian was, Mrs. Xiao was still his biological mother, how could he not show up when his mother attempted suicide.
Some even began to sympathize with Mrs. Xiao.
While the online chatter was ongoing, an official website released a message stating that Xiao Yuan had privately helped several researchers solve some difficult problems, which happened to be challenges faced by a significant national project. As a result, Xiao Yuan was recommended by these researchers into the research institute, and he's currently in isolation for scientific research, likely not returning for a year or half a year.
With the release of this message, everyone came to a realization; no wonder Xiao Yuan wasn't responding, he was in seclusion.
