"What? You think you can hide your IP address and I won't find you? I was already very merciful by not completely destroying the Niu family. You specifically had to stand up for them. Since that's the case, you'll have to bear the consequences. Arrogance isn't a flaw in a young man, but it becomes laughable when you can't handle the repercussions." Zheng Wei finished speaking. Even though Xu Zhaogang had already been beaten down by him, Zheng Wei didn't let go until Xu Zhaogang had no ability to retaliate left.
"To think that Mr. Zheng, of all people, would lead a group to bully the few. You truly have no integrity," Xu Zhaogang said, blood trickling from the corner of his lips. His classmates were all blocked outside by Zheng Wei's men, and he couldn't help but mock Zheng Wei.
"Ignorant fool." Zheng Wei squatted beside Xu Zhaogang. His sleeves were rolled up, revealing his sturdy muscles. He smirked and said, "I'm using the rules of our school days today. You bullied my woman, so I'll use my fists. Wasn't it all this simple and direct back in school? If I had used other methods, do you think you'd still be standing here in one piece today? Are you overestimating yourself, or underestimating me? Hmm?"
After Zheng Wei finished speaking, he stood up. His brothers also stood up.
"Old Zheng, you're still quite skilled, even though you haven't practiced in years! Speaking of which, I really miss our school days!" someone behind him laughed.
Lu Taobao spun his sunglasses in his hand, a smile on his face.
"We're settling this according to school rules, no problem, right? Of course, if you want to back him up, we don't mind a free-for-all," Zheng Wei said calmly, standing in the middle and looking at the group of people helping Xu Zhaogang up.
The opposing group of young men didn't even dare to voice their opinions anymore, because they knew very well that these young masters were formidable and they stood no chance.
"Xu Zhaogang, today is just the beginning," Zheng Wei said, then put on his sunglasses again and led his men away.
Only then did Xu Zhaogang seem to snap back to reality. He lunged forward like a madman, his voice breaking as he shouted at Zheng Wei, "I did it! I'll take responsibility for everything! Are you going to do something to my uncle and the others again?"
"Xu Zhaogang, do you think you can bear these consequences? Do you really think my Zheng family is a pushover? You think you can bully us whenever you please, hmm?"
Zheng Wei didn't address Xu Zhaogang again after that.
After the group of incredibly cool luxury cars left, Yizhixie immediately rushed towards Xu Zhaogang. His voice was filled with anger. "Xu Zhaogang, I considered you a friend. I thought you had nothing to do with those people from the Niu family, and this is how you repay me? You posted about the Lingxi Village incident online? You've truly disappointed me. From now on, Yizhixie has no friend like you!" After speaking, Yizhixie tore off his jersey and threw it on the ground, then turned and ran towards the school gate.
Only now did Yizhixie realize what he had indirectly done. So, the first thing he wanted to do was to find Shen Xiaoyan. The cool night breeze blew against his face. Shen Xiaoyan would surely be with Zheng Wei now. If he went to find her now, the most likely outcome would be another beating from Zheng Wei. Clearly, this was not a wise idea.
After some thought, he returned to his apartment near the dormitory.
"No, I feel like if I keep this up, I'll really have to choose to go abroad. If I stay here any longer, I won't be able to see Shen Xiaoyan at all. I might as well go abroad and put an end to this matter!"
...
After teaching someone a lesson, Zheng Wei drove home. However, just as his car turned onto his private road, he saw a figure standing by the gate of his mansion.
Upon seeing who it was, Zheng Wei abandoned his car and strode out, heading menacingly towards the figure, his fists already clenched.
"Sima Han, what are you doing here? Don't tell me you bought a house here. What are your intentions?" Zheng Wei, who had been in a good mood, immediately became agitated upon seeing Sima Han. He tried his best to control himself from throwing a punch at Sima Han.
"I didn't go in," Sima Han said, pointing to the house. He had been standing by the gate the whole time.
"What's your intention coming here in the middle of the night, don't you know yourself?" Zheng Wei moved forward, asking Sima Han with extreme aggression.
Sima Han didn't seem to notice his cold demeanor. Instead, he handed a small portable drive to Zheng Wei.
"These are some unsavory things from the Niu family," Sima Han said, then turned and left decisively, showing no intention of getting into a dispute with Zheng Wei.
"You came here just for this?" Zheng Wei looked at the USB drive in his hand, his anger burning even more fiercely than before. The incident online was clearly instigated by the Niu family. However, Zheng Wei didn't believe Sima Han had come to deliver this so openly for his sake. He must have done it for Shen Xiaoyan.
He increasingly suspected that Sima Han also had memories in his mind that didn't belong to the present. Otherwise, why would he bother getting involved in this matter?
"Make her feel better and don't pay attention to things online," Sima Han waved his hand.
The more relaxed Sima Han was, the more irritated Zheng Wei became. He gritted his teeth, turned, and saw his sports car. He directly kicked one of its tires.
He was frustrated. Not only did he have to take care of the company's affairs, but more importantly, he constantly had to guard against this man who wanted to poach his woman.
Yet, even so, he still wanted to hold onto Shen Xiaoyan tightly.
...
Back home, he first took a shower in the guest room before pushing open the master bedroom door.
Fortunately for Zheng Wei today, as soon as he opened the door, he heard a sound inside. Taking another step forward, a soft shadow immediately rushed into his arms.
Zheng Wei's mind couldn't react fast enough; his body instinctively embraced the person.
"She was waiting for me? She was waiting for me?" The thought made Zheng Wei incredibly happy.
"Why aren't you asleep yet?" Zheng Wei hugged Shen Xiaoyan and touched her face.
Shen Xiaoyan pulled away from his hand and felt him all over. Seeing that he wasn't injured, she relaxed.
"So you're worried I'll get hurt? Xiaoyan, you underestimate your man. I never lost a fight in school. As for now, although I haven't practiced for a long time, I'm still invincible," Zheng Wei smiled, but he refused to let Shen Xiaoyan go. They stood by the door embracing, not even turning on the lights in the room.
Zheng Wei's words could be simply translated as: "The old you is still the old you!"
"Deng deng deng." The joyful pattering of puppies echoed from inside the room. After a moment, Zheng Wei felt two dogs nudging something at his feet. He looked down, and even just by their shape, he could tell that the two dogs were carrying Shen Xiaoyan's slippers...
"You're not wearing shoes?" Zheng Wei realized. He scooped Shen Xiaoyan up into his arms, his heart filled with emotions he couldn't express.
Shen Xiaoyan couldn't speak now, but she shook her head, signaling that she was fine.
Zheng Wei, however, was deeply moved. He sat on the edge of the bed, took Shen Xiaoyan's feet into his hands, and wiped them. He also turned on the bedside lamp. The moment it lit up, Shen Xiaoyan was captivated by the scene before her.
The man's eyes were so gentle they seemed to drip water. He looked at her feet with such tenderness, his gaze gradually becoming so intense that Shen Xiaoyan couldn't resist.
"I'm very happy tonight," Zheng Wei said happily, embracing Shen Xiaoyan. With a turn, he pressed her down onto the bed.
"Xiaoyan, you waited for me this late. Can't sleep? If you can't sleep, let's do something else!"
Shen Xiaoyan: "..."
...
Whether it was the Niu family's matters or other things, Zheng Wei didn't want Shen Xiaoyan to be exposed to them. He used his abilities to protect her very well. During the day, he still took Shen Xiaoyan to work, along with the two dogs.
The Frankfurt Fashion Design Competition was about to begin in a month. Zheng Wei had someone add a desk to his office for Shen Xiaoyan. Their desks faced each other, so Shen Xiaoyan could see Zheng Wei whenever she looked up.
Zheng Wei was a very focused person. When he was concentrating on his work, unless he was constantly being watched, he would be completely absorbed.
Every time Shen Xiaoyan looked up at him, she would feel a surge of inspiration. The journey they had taken together had filled her heart with a myriad of emotions.
"What are you looking at me for?" During a break, Zheng Wei got up and walked over to Shen Xiaoyan's side. Seeing the blank paper in front of Shen Xiaoyan, he leaned down and kissed her. "What, can't think of any inspiration? Want me to take you out for a walk?"
Shen Xiaoyan shook her head.
She quickly wrote on the paper, "I find inspiration in you."
"Sure, I can let you look for free. Of course, I can also do it without clothes," Zheng Wei smirked.
Shen Xiaoyan's face suddenly turned red upon hearing this. She reached out and playfully hit Zheng Wei.
Zheng Wei watched her small movements and smiled even more broadly.
"Good, she no longer considers me an outsider."
He wanted to spoil her so much that she became impossible for anyone else to handle. This way, she would belong to him, Zheng Wei, alone!
"You want to use me as inspiration? What don't you understand? We can discuss it," Zheng Wei pulled over his chair and sat down beside Shen Xiaoyan.
Shen Xiaoyan tilted her head to look at Zheng Wei. She reached out and pulled the paper over, writing rapidly, "If you had to describe yourself with something, what would it be?"
"Why would I need an object? I am Shen Xiaoyan's man!" Zheng Wei finally let out a very proud light laugh.
Shen Xiaoyan shook her head and wrote on the paper, "No."
Zheng Wei was much taller than Shen Xiaoyan. Even when sitting, he maintained that posture, looking like an older brother tutoring his sister.