Jin Taixing was furious, cursing incessantly.
Seeing that neither Yu Mengzhi nor Chen Jinzhao paid him any attention, Zheng Caijun immediately took out his phone and informed Park Quan Huan of the situation.
As for escaping?
He dared not. He was afraid that if Chen Jinzhao discovered him, he would be killed with a single sword strike.
Yu Mengzhi walked into the living room and, upon seeing that Cai Xiaojing's clothes were intact, breathed a sigh of relief. She then walked over and gently comforted her.
Chen Jinzhao, meanwhile, untied Luo Feng.
Luo Feng said excitedly, "Thank you, Brother Chen. If it weren't for you, Xiao Jing and I might have..."
"No need to say more. Let's deal with Jin Taixing first," Chen Jinzhao said.
On the other side.
Jin Taixing had stopped his cursing.
This was because he had clearly seen Chen Jinzhao's appearance and was so terrified that he dared not speak.
He said with great alarm, "How is it you?"
"If you hadn't sent people to follow me, I might not have noticed. You can only blame yourselves for overthinking," Chen Jinzhao said.
Jin Taixing turned and tried to flee.
Chen Jinzhao said coldly, "If you dare to take a step outside this door, I guarantee your head will roll."
He was a man of his word.
Jin Taixing froze at the doorway, not daring to move.
Hearing Chen Jinzhao's words, Zheng Caijun slowly walked in from outside. Seeing the slap marks on Zheng Caijun's face, Jin Taixing instantly understood everything.
The two exchanged a look, a thousand unspoken words passing between them.
Jin Taixing turned and plastered a smile on his face as he said to Chen Jinzhao, "Brother, we've had a misunderstanding. Since you've stopped us, and tragedy has been averted, don't you agree? How about this, we admit defeat. Whatever you want us to do, we'll do it."
"Easy for you to say. If I wanted to kill you, would you agree?" Chen Jinzhao retorted.
Their faces turned ashen, and they dared not respond.
Jin Taixing said with difficulty, "Brother, please don't joke with us. We can kneel and kowtow, and we can also compensate you with money. We only hope you won't pursue this matter."
Chen Jinzhao, however, lacked neither money nor the desire for others to grovel.
Therefore.
He shook his head, rejecting their offer.
Jin Taixing's face grew even more grim, and he asked Chen Jinzhao to name his price.
Chen Jinzhao wanted to know the intentions of these three youths from Xinluo. However, since Park Quan Huan had not yet appeared, he decided to teach the two a lesson first. He then said to Luo Feng, "Xiao Feng, go and slap each of them three times. If you're still not satisfied, you can punch and kick them."
Jin Taixing and Zheng Caijun were in a difficult position.
If word got out that they had been bullied by an underage boy, how would they ever hold their heads up again?
"Brother Chen, is this really okay?" Luo Feng hesitated, not daring.
Chen Jinzhao frowned and said, "This is not the time for mercy. If I hadn't arrived in time, do you know what would have happened?"
Luo Feng's body trembled.
Of course, he knew!
At that moment, he had even felt the urge to kill Jin Taixing.
Chen Jinzhao added, "Young man, you need to protect those close to you with your own hands. You're not a child anymore."
"A true man should use his passion as his ink, writing stories that stir the soul."
Luo Feng was stunned, a glimmer of understanding in his eyes.
He nodded and said, "Brother Chen, I understand."
Under the watchful eyes of Jin Taixing and Zheng Caijun, Luo Feng stepped forward and slapped Jin Taixing across the face. Jin Taixing's expression was one of disbelief, never imagining that this mere youngster would dare to lay a hand on him! After delivering the first slap, Luo Feng's trepidation vanished, replaced by a surge of excitement!
Yes!
Brother Chen was right.
A man should use his fists to protect those he loves and those who love him!
Luo Feng broke free from a certain internal struggle and began to furiously punch and kick Jin Taixing. Zheng Caijun was not spared either.
Only when he was exhausted did Luo Feng stop.
His fists were also injured.
Luo Feng returned to Chen Jinzhao's side and thanked him again for his righteous intervention.
Chen Jinzhao grunted. Noticing that Yu Mengzhi had already accompanied Cai Xiaojing back to her room, he looked at the battered Jin Taixing and Zheng Caijun and said, "Did your reinforcements arrive? If I recall correctly, his name was Park Quan Huan. Have him come and collect you."
The implication was clear:
He intended to teach Park Quan Huan a lesson as well.
This incident was surely orchestrated by Park Quan Huan; otherwise, the two would never have dared.
Jin Taixing turned to look at Zheng Caijun, who meekly said, "I've already informed my elder brother. He said he'd like to invite you to our residence for a banquet to apologize and explain the situation. Would you be willing to come?"
Both of them thought Chen Jinzhao would certainly refuse.
To their surprise, Chen Jinzhao readily agreed, "You two kneel here for now. I'll come with you after I've finished handling my current matters."
His priority was to ensure Luo Feng and Cai Xiaojing were settled.
Jin Taixing and Zheng Caijun promptly knelt on the ground, remaining as still as statues, not daring to move.
Chen Jinzhao and Luo Feng went outside. Chen Jinzhao offered Luo Feng a cigarette, but the latter declined.
Chen Jinzhao chuckled, "Sorry, I forgot you're a student."
"Let's talk about you two. Didn't I tell you to go home as soon as possible? Won't your families worry if you run off on your own?"
Although his tone was stern, it conveyed his concern for Luo Feng.
Luo Feng lowered his head, clenched his fists, and then looked up again, his voice firm, "Brother Chen, I don't want to go home for now."
After saying this.
He held his breath, awaiting Chen Jinzhao's reprimand.
However.
Chen Jinzhao did not scold him.
Instead, he sighed, "Do you have a reason why you must come here?"
Luo Feng hesitated to speak. Chen Jinzhao continued, "Just say it. I will keep it a secret for you."
"Yes, I do have a reason," Luo Feng replied.
"Brother Chen, can you give me a cigarette?"
Chen Jinzhao shook his head.
He didn't want Luo Feng to pick up bad habits.
Luo Feng smiled wryly, "Then I won't seek punishment. Actually, I came out with Xiao Jing. Xiao Jing has late-stage bone cancer. She's always been afraid of pain and doesn't want chemotherapy. Her biggest dream since childhood has been to see a snowfall in the north."
"However, her family's financial situation isn't good, and all their savings have been used for her treatment."
"So..."
Chen Jinzhao was taken aback. So that was the reason.
Luo Feng said with some self-reproach, "Actually, I shouldn't have brought her out, right? If she continued with treatment, there might still be hope. But her family is heavily indebted and has no money, and my parents also don't approve of me being with Xiao Jing. This trip nearly ended in disaster. If it weren't for Brother Chen's timely intervention, I fear..."
"Ultimately, I am too useless."
"If I were even a little useful, Xiao Jing wouldn't be suffering like this. Brother Chen, do you also think I'm a complete waste?"