Chapter 272
“This time is just a small warning. Next time, I’ll make him understand what it means to wish for death,” Xu Ke threatened in front of the man’s father without any mental barrier.
He wasn’t like his son who grew up in a favorable environment since birth, which meant he had never faced setbacks or learned to read others’ emotions. Meanwhile, he had climbed from humble beginnings to his current position, having seen all kinds of people over the years. In his haste to seek revenge for his son, he hadn’t properly observed Xu Ke and Lin Mengyao until now.
Now that he looked closely, the two people standing together were indeed a dazzling sight. Their demeanor and temperament showed they had received good education, and their clothing—whether in material or design—exuded a sense of high fashion. An ominous feeling arose in the man’s heart. He hadn’t come to Shangjing to make enemies; he planned to stay if business went well. However, he hadn’t realized he had offended someone seemingly complicated soon after arriving.
What he didn’t know was that his intuition was not wrong.
“Let’s go. I think your friend should arrive soon. Let’s wait for her at the arranged place.” Having bought the clothes he intended to buy for Lin Mengyao, Xu Ke lost interest in continuing to shop, and Lin Mengyao, after this incident, also had no desire to continue. Without much thought, she nodded and took Xu Ke by the hand, leading him toward the exit.
“Dad, are you really letting them go like this? They’ve done this to me, and you won’t get revenge for me? Am I still your son? Do you not love me anymore? Do you have an illegitimate child?” The man, eyes widening at the thought, feared hearing unfavorable news from his father.
“What nonsense are you talking? You’re my only son. Where would I get an illegitimate child?” The father snapped back to reality after hearing such words and, disregarding the pain in his arm, slapped his son’s stomach, pretending to be fierce.
“I’ve watched too many dramas; my mind’s a bit foggy,” the man said sheepishly, rubbing his nose after seeing his father’s serious expression with no deceit, then smiled cheekily.
But thinking about how easily he let Xu Ke and Lin Mengyao go, his face turned gloomy again. “Dad, why did you let them go? They beat me like this. I’ve never been beaten like this before, and it still hurts. Why won’t you get revenge for me? You weren’t like this before.” Despite being in his twenties, he pouted childishly, putting on a pitiful look, which seemed awkward and disgusting, but his father fell for it. His expression softened immediately.
“I have my reasons for letting them go. They don’t seem like ordinary people. We haven’t settled our footing in Shangjing yet; it’s not wise to make enemies. Once we’re established here, Dad will definitely get revenge for you. We can capture him, and you can do whatever you want to him. Is that okay?” The father comforted his child.
Hearing his father wasn’t giving up on revenge, the man displayed a weak smile. His father, seeing his son’s obedient appearance, felt his heart soften, wishing he could immediately establish all connections in Shangjing and capture the opponent to let his son vent.
The father and son chatted intimately, not noticing the light that flashed in the eyes of a nearby girl who overheard their conversation.
If she were to sell herself, why not be with someone who is attractive and gentle?
Thinking of the way Xu Ke protected Lin Mengyao, the girl cradled her heart carefully, her eyes lighting up with excitement.
Meanwhile, Xu Ke and Lin Mengyao had just arrived at the designated location when an ambulance came. Paramedics rushed upstairs with a stretcher, attracting a lot of attention on the way. Not long after the ambulance arrived, Bai Ru, the woman they had been waiting for, also arrived.
She wore a champagne-colored spaghetti strap dress paired with nude heels. Her long curls draped to her waist, with a small pearl earring at her ear. Like her name, her aura was subtle and scholarly, like a woman stepping out of an ancient book. Beautiful and graceful, a complete contrast to Lin Mengyao.
“Sorry to keep you waiting. I didn’t expect my family would make such a decision behind my back, keeping you waiting so long. I’m really sorry.” Bai Ru grasped Lin Mengyao’s hand, smiling apologetically.
“It’s okay.” Lin Mengyao shook her head, indicating she didn’t mind. “Oh, let me introduce you. This is my husband, Xu Ke.” Lin Mengyao raised her head slightly, a trace of shyness and sweetness on her face.
“I know you. We met at a Lu Family banquet. I heard about you when I was in Shangjing. My family wanted me to take you as an example, but unfortunately, I didn’t have the chance to know you back then. After going abroad for studies and becoming busy, when talking with family, I rarely hear about you. But I didn’t expect we’d meet in this way. Hello, I’m Bai Ru.” Bai Ru’s smile was gentle, with an open appreciation as she looked at Xu Ke.
Xu Ke reached out and gently shook her hand, quickly letting go.
“Hello.” Xu Ke greeted warmly, then closed his mouth, not responding to her comment.
Bai Ru also acted as if nothing had happened, still smiling faintly as she linked her arm with Lin Mengyao’s, speaking softly. The two women chatted excitedly, treating Xu Ke as invisible.
At that moment, the paramedics who had carried the man downstairs rushed past them, followed by the man’s father who had just confronted Xu Ke.
The father originally glanced at them casually but, upon seeing Bai Ru intimately holding Lin Mengyao’s arm, his eyes widened. To ensure he hadn’t misidentified her, he even slowed his pace.
Realizing that Bai Ru was the daughter of the household he had sought an audience with today, the middle-aged man’s face showed a bitter smile. It seemed the grudge his son held might not be resolved, and they might even need to leave Shangjing to avoid retaliation. This meant all his preparations for coming to Shangjing would be in vain. But the thought of protecting his child and preserving the family business made the sacrifice bearable.
The three upstairs didn’t know what decision had been made by the man who passed by them. They were happily exploring the shop Bai Ru recommended.
“Oh my gosh, Ruru, how did you find this place? You’re amazing,” Lin Mengyao exclaimed, her eyes sparkling as she gazed at the shop filled with crystal ornaments, almost losing herself in the sight.
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