Chapter 22 — Post-Divorce Rebound: Claiming My Daughter and Starting Over

Perhaps it will only affect a certain few.

It might accelerate the pace of action. Or, perhaps, it could provide an entirely new direction for our investigation.

So that was it. The Co Corporation had been standing on the precipice all along. My little "stone" had simply fallen, with perfect timing, onto a layer of ice that was already beginning to fracture.

What about my divorce case?

That is precisely what I wanted to discuss.

The tone of the lawyer, Tham Du Minh, turned distinctly serious. Because, at this moment, questions have arisen concerning other aspects of Co Dinh Tham’s affairs. Consequently, the division of assets following the divorce, along with your child custody dispute, will very likely be impacted in terms of progress. It is even possible that these matters will be consolidated or temporarily stayed.

However, this may not necessarily be a bad thing. If these other issues involving Co Dinh Tham are verified as truth, then the extent of his fault during the period of marriage will become significantly more severe. In that scenario, it would be much more advantageous for you to reclaim your legal rights. But, at the same time, the risks will also increase. If Co Dinh Tham realizes that he cannot easily escape, he may resort to more extreme measures. He might attempt to break through via your position, or perhaps destroy evidence and mislead everyone involved.

I tightened my grip on the phone. Lawyer Tham, do you have any recommendations?

First, in the coming days, you and Noan Noan should try to keep your whereabouts hidden. Limit your time outside and pay close attention to your safety. I have asked a trusted friend to keep a watchful eye on the area near your residence.

Second, every document related to Co Dinh Tham or the Co Corporation, including anything you can still recall, must be organized and preserved with the utmost care. But above all, do not disclose anything easily to anyone else.

Third, and this is the most important part.

He paused, as if weighing his words carefully. Miss Diep, you previously mentioned a few things related to Lam Vy Vy. Aside from her relationship with Co Dinh Tham and the origins of the three children, was there anything else? Any detail that seemed unusual could be of great value.

Lam Vy Vy. My heart tightened. I struggled to focus, combing through my memories. She always worked with such meticulous care, leaving almost no trace of her presence at the Co residence. But, she seemed to take a peculiar interest in Co Dinh Tham’s schedule, especially his private meetings. One time, I accidentally overheard her on the phone; her voice sounded hurried and anxious. She seemed to be asking, Did you get the item? You must ensure there are no slip-ups. At the time, I assumed she was referring to important documents belonging to Co Dinh Tham.

Furthermore, she had a strange habit. She would carefully store away receipts, even those for minor purchases that seemed worthless, inside an old locked box. The box itself did not look like a container for valuables, yet she guarded it fiercely. At the time, I did not think much of it, assuming she was merely frugal or possessed a peculiar habit of collecting.

Silence hung on the other end of the line for several seconds, broken only by the rhythmic, soft tapping of Tham Du Minh’s fingertips against his desk.

A locked box. Receipts. He repeated the words softly, then continued. Understood. This information is highly useful. Miss Diep, for now, remain completely still. Take good care of yourself and Noan Noan. As for everything else on the outside, leave the handling to me. Remember this clearly: no matter who comes looking for you or what they say, do not meet them alone. Do not agree to anything. Contact me immediately.

I understand. Thank you, Lawyer Tham.

After hanging up, I remained still for a long time, unable to calm my racing mind. Tham Du Minh’s final inquiry regarding Lam Vy Vy made the suspicions festering in my heart grow heavier. Could it be that she was harboring yet another secret? A secret that was not only tied to Co Dinh Tham, but perhaps even extended beyond him?