Chapter 31: He Deserves Better
With that, Liu Dan once again threw herself toward the door.
She had been by Lin Chuyue's side for years and knew exactly how to manipulate her.
Sure enough, Lin Chuyue couldn't bear to see her get hurt. She held Liu Dan tightly and soothed her, "Liu Dan, don't be so agitated. Let me take you to the hospital first."
"When we get back, I will definitely get justice for you!"
"SOB SOB SOB... President Lin, my... my life is completely ruined!"
"I don't dare to ask for justice. I only beg you to help me keep this a secret for now. I don't want to live my life being cursed by others, SOB SOB SOB..."
"Okay, I promise you. I promise you everything."
Lin Chuyue, her heart filled with guilt, said, "Come on, let's go to the hospital first."
She helped Liu Dan into the car, started it quickly, and felt utterly disappointed in Xiao Ye.
'I can't believe he not only slanders others but also does something like this!'
'It's absolutely shameless!'
'Thinking back on every time Xiao Ye had rescued her, wasn't each one steeped in blood?'
'Perhaps, in places she didn't know about, there were other people who had suffered the same fate as Liu Dan!'
Liu Dan looked at the veins popping out on Lin Chuyue's clenched right hand, then lowered her head, a triumphant smile on her face.
'Xiao Ye, you think I'm some pushover?'
'You dare to let me be used like a dishrag? I'll make you pay with your life!'
「Meanwhile.」
Xiao Ye walked aimlessly down the street, planning to find a hotel to rest for the night.
He wasn't in a hurry. Sooner or later, that kid Ding Qi would expose himself, and Lin Chuyue would eventually understand his good intentions.
"BEEP BEEP!"
A car honked and slowly pulled up beside him.
Xiao Ye turned his head and saw Huo Wenhao.
He hurried out of the car, a fawning expression on his face. "Master Xiao, where are you headed? Do you need a ride?"
Xiao Ye thought for a moment, then got in the car. "Find me a hotel."
"You got it!"
As Huo Wenhao drove, he glanced cautiously in the rearview mirror. "Master Xiao, do you need me to arrange for a property for you?"
"Oh, right. Your master had our Huo Family buy properties all over the country before. Let me check, there might be one in Jiangcheng."
There were so many properties that he couldn't remember off the top of his head.
Xiao Ye grunted in acknowledgment and closed his eyes.
It wasn't until they arrived at the hotel that Huo Wenhao dared to speak again. "Master Xiao, I've found you the best hotel in all of Jiangcheng."
"Right, and about the Han Family's assets... should they be handed over to the Lin Family? Just say the word, and they can be given to anyone!"
Thinking of his foolish wife who was being led around by the nose, Xiao Ye gave a helpless smile. "Give them to her."
"You got it! I'll have someone arrange it right away. I guarantee the Han Family's resources will be sent to the Lin Family as quickly as possible."
Xiao Ye turned and walked into the hotel.
Huo Wenhao didn't dare delay for a second. He immediately called his family. "Dad, I ran into the Lingxiao Daoist's disciple!"
"What?"
The person on the other end of the line was shocked. "I heard the great master's disciple had descended the mountain, but I never thought you'd be the one to run into him!"
"You better be on your best behavior and serve the great master's disciple well! If you screw this up and implicate the Huo Family, I'll beat you to death!"
"Yes, yes, Dad, don't worry. I'll definitely do a good job."
Huo Wenhao didn't dare mention that he had offended Xiao Ye. Otherwise, he would certainly be facing the family punishment when he got home.
"Dad, I'm calling mainly because I need you to investigate the properties under Mr. Xiao's name and then send me a detailed list."
After hanging up, Huo Wenhao immediately and tirelessly found people, telling them to sort through the Han Family's assets and send a portion to the Lin Family first.
「The Lin Family Estate.」
Box after box was carried inside.
These were all valuable calligraphies, paintings, and antiques from the Han Family's home.
Since they were said to be for the Lin Family, everything naturally belonged to them.
Even if the remaining members of the Han Family objected, it was useless. Huo Wenhao had personally taken charge, giving each of them a small fee and sending them away.
The members of the Lin Family looked at the boxes, their eyes red with excitement.
"This is wonderful! Our Lin Family is saved!"
"The Han Family was much richer than us. Our family might even be able to reach a new level!"
Just as someone reached out to open a box, Lin Aoshan came out. "Move everything to the basement."
"Without my order, no one is to touch any of it."
Lin Aoshan had long seen their greed. He snorted heavily. "Until the Lin Family's crisis is completely resolved, none of you will touch a single cent!"
"If anyone dares to secretly take money, don't blame me for being merciless!"
Under Lin Aoshan's supervision, everything was moved to the basement.
Lin Chuyue could also finally relax. Although these items couldn't be liquidated in the short term, they gave her an intangible sense of confidence.
She took out her phone and dialed Ding Qi's number. "Are you free tonight? I'd like to treat you to a meal."
Ding Qi glanced at the woman beside him and agreed with a smile, "Of course, I have time."
「Seven o'clock in the evening.」
「Loya Western Restaurant.」
This was the best restaurant in all of Jiangcheng. To thank Ding Qi, Lin Chuyue had specifically booked a table here.
Liu Dan looked at the luxurious surroundings, a sour feeling in her heart.
'The Lin Family sure is lucky. They even managed to survive this!'
Lin Chuyue led her to a private room, and they waited.
"President Lin, I'm so sorry. I've been a bit traumatized lately, so I have to trouble you to bring me along even for dinner."
"It's no problem, it's what I should do. Don't put too much pressure on yourself."
After speaking, Lin Chuyue turned to look at the scenery outside.
She didn't notice at all that Liu Dan had pushed up her chest a bit more.
Soon, Ding Qi walked in.
Lin Chuyue quickly stood up. "Thank you so much. You've helped me so much. A portion of the Han Family's assets already arrived today."
Ding Qi was taken aback for a moment, but he quickly recovered and smiled. "It seems my efforts weren't in vain."
He smiled and sat down, his eyes immediately landing on Liu Dan across from him.
Liu Dan's eyes were bewitching as she smiled and pulled her collar down a little further.
The line of her pale white skin was exceptionally alluring.
Ding Qi's eyes darkened slightly, and then he felt a small, hot foot creeping up his leg.
He pretended nothing was happening and started ordering, making sure to consider Lin Chuyue's tastes the entire time, acting utterly considerate.
CLICK CLACK CLICK.
The sound of high heels echoed.
Lin Chuyue looked up and saw Chu Yan.
The door to the private room had been left open; she hadn't expected to run into her.
"Miss Chu."
Ding Qi immediately stood up, flashing a smile he thought was handsome. "I never expected to see you here."
Chu Yan couldn't even be bothered to look at him. Her icy gaze fell upon Lin Chuyue, and she felt that Xiao Ye's efforts had been utterly wasted.
'Before, she had thought Lin Chuyue might be a worthy rival.'
'Now, it seemed she wasn't worthy at all!'
'For this woman's sake, Xiao Ye had even been cold to her, the precious daughter of the Chu Family.'
'And in the end, not only did this woman not thank Xiao Ye, but she was here thanking this good-for-nothing Ding Qi.'
'Hmph, she's truly blind!'
Chu Yan stared at Lin Chuyue, her red lips curving into a smile. "Miss Lin, please remember the choice you've made tonight."
"Since you don't know how to cherish him, don't come looking for Xiao Ye ever again."
"He deserves better. For example, me."