The CEO's Substitute Wife Is A Genius-Chapter 389: Wishing to Become a Slave to His Wife

"People? Human ... placentas?" Chen Anna stuttered.

"Ugh." Wu Yingfan frowned, disgusted, "No wonder this medicine has a limited production each year. So, they’re using human placentas? Isn’t that illegal?"

"There are specialized collectors for placentas. If a woman doesn’t keep her placenta, it’s treated as medical waste, and there are people who collect it. Of course, there’s also a market for this, sort of a gray area. You tell me, is it illegal or not?"

Jiang Man paused, then continued, "According to the ’Medical Waste Management Regulations,’ any unit or individual that transfers or trades medical waste will be ordered to immediately cease the illegal activity by the local environmental protection authority at the county level or above. They’ll be given a warning, and the illegal earnings will be confiscated; if the illegal earnings exceed 5,000 yuan, a fine of 2 to 5 times the illegal earnings may be imposed; if there are no illegal earnings or they’re less than 5,000 yuan, then a fine of no less than 5,000 yuan but no more than 20,000 yuan will be levied."

"The laws exist but they’re not perfect, and the fines are too small," Jiang Man concluded.

Chen Anna blinked in shock, impressed that Jiang Man could recite the regulations off the top of her head.

"Of course, that’s the law on the mainland. I’ve read some legal texts here in the city, but not much."

"My God, Manman, your knowledge is so broad!" Chen Anna couldn’t help but give her a thumbs up.

Her focus was a bit skewed.

However, Hu Xianyun, who came over upon hearing the conversation, and his classmate caught the key point immediately.

"How does your cousin know the medicine doesn’t use Dr. M’s formula, unless she knows what it is? And she can recite statute law? This is the first time I’m hearing such a thing, fascinating!"

His classmate pinched her chin, admiring Jiang Man.

It was a shame she had married young; otherwise, it was unimaginable how popular such a girl would be in hospitals.

Not just in hospitals – any industry would favor her; beautiful and highly knowledgeable as she was.

Hu Xianyun’s brow furrowed deeply, spurred by his classmate’s words.

His gaze became inquisitive as he considered this cousin, whom he didn’t know well but about whom he’d heard many rumors from his grandfather.

She was a globally renowned Divine Doctor at such a young age, a feat far beyond the ordinary.

And she had married into the wealthy Lu Family, becoming Lu Xingzhou’s wife?

With these buffs stacked, he felt that Jiang Man was no ordinary person and her backstory undoubtedly had hidden aspects. Her so-called wandering youth was probably a fabrication.

Hu Xianyun was full of doubts, but he could keep his composure.

Wu Yingfan claimed to know Dr. M and Jiang Man had proved herself exceptional.

He had reason to suspect Jiang Man might be Dr. M’s close disciple.

Following Jiang Man’s trail might lead him to Dr. M!

"With this evidence, we can directly sue Dalin Pharmaceuticals, right? It’s clearly false advertising!"

Chen Anna was righteously indignant. The thought of placental ingredients made the situation unbearable.

Weren’t they supposed to be using sheep placenta? Why use human instead?

Jiang Man, mindful that Chen Anna was pregnant, did not spill the whole truth that she knew.

In the black market, there were direct transactions with funeral homes for placentas, not just through hospitals.

"In any case, this is not Dr. M’s secret formula. Dr. M would never use human placental substances," Jiang Man summarized.

Ding ding ding—

Chen Anna wanted to add her opinion, but at that moment, her phone in her bag rang.

"It’s your third brother calling."

Chen Anna blushed and turned to find a quieter place to speak sweet nothings with Hu Ming.

"Anna, are you with Manman? Bring her over to our place later. Not to our wedding house, but to mom and dad’s."

"What happened?"

"Mom’s having a severe skin allergy. Have Manman take a look at it. I told her to go to the hospital, but she refused, afraid that paparazzi would photograph her at her worst."

"Okay, we’ll come right back."

Chen Anna was somewhat speechless – her mother-in-law was too concerned with beauty.

Probably used the wrong product and caused a skin allergy.

"Manman, I will deal with the medicine issue later. Come with me to my place first; my mother-in-law is having a skin allergy issue."

When Chen Anna said this, she glanced at Hu Xianyun: "If you’re busy, you do your thing. Manman and I need to leave."

"I’ll come with you," Hu Xianyun said evenly, unusually approachable.

Chen Anna was slightly surprised: "You’re coming with us to my in-laws’?"

"Mm, been a long time since I’ve seen my uncle and aunt, just paying a visit."

...

An hour later, the group arrived at the Mount Taiping villa complex.

Land in Harbour City is extremely valuable, with the wealthy typically living in areas like Mount Taiping and Shallow Bay.

The Hu family owned properties close to each other on Mount Taiping.

Hu Xianyun’s return was a convenient detour.

"Young mistress, Miss Seven."

"Mr. Fifth..."

The servants were surprised to see Hu Xianyun appear out of the blue.

Including Hu Ming, who, hearing his wife had returned, personally came down to welcome them at the entryway.

The sight of the man following Jiang Man, tall with an icy demeanor, left him in disbelief.

It had been several years since they last saw each other, only during New Year’s video calls.

So he felt both alien and familiar with this younger brother, almost at a loss for a moment.

"Xianyun? It’s been a long time... you’ve changed quite a bit."

Hu Xianyun’s expression remained cold: "So have you."

"Come on in, change into some indoor shoes." Hu Ming was almost flustered, hurrying to fetch slippers.

Just a few days ago, this younger brother had been distant; why had he suddenly come over tonight?

"You don’t mind that I didn’t bring anything, do you?" Hu Xianyun said as he changed shoes, his voice icy.

"As long as you’re here," Hu Ming replied warmly.

Hu Xianyun sensed his sincerity, unlike his previously nonchalant attitude.

Not long ago, the siblings would fight at the mere sight of each other.

Times had flown, and it seemed they had all changed without realizing it.

"Little sister, change your shoes." Bending down, Hu Ming handed slippers to Jiang Man, then knelt down.

Chen Anna placed her hand on his shoulder, allowing him to assist with her shoes.

Hu Xianyun could scarcely believe his eyes.

Was this the same Casanova who was once the subject of constant gossip?

Now he seemed to transform into a devoted husband, completely changed.

Once Chen Anna had her shoes on, Hu Ming stood up: "Little sister, my mom’s on the second floor. Follow the servant; she’ll take you upstairs."

After speaking, he turned to Hu Xianyun, "Want to see dad? He’ll be thrilled to know you’re here."

"Sure." Hu Xianyun replied softly, lifting his gaze briefly to the figure climbing the stairs.

He truly wanted to ask her directly whether she was Dr. M’s student or disciple.