"Brother, let us go, we are just underlings!"
"Yeah, it was him, he made us do it, please let us go, we'll never dare again!"
"Let me go, as long as you let me go, I'll do anything!"
...
The three men exchanged glances, enduring the sharp pain as they begged Er Zhu for mercy. Especially the one who had been pricked by the silver needles, he was constantly rubbing the front of his clothes, as if ten thousand ants were gnawing at his heart!
Er Zhu smirked, too lazy to bother with these small fry, and quickly let go of him.
"Thank you, divine doctor, we'll leave now, we won't delay you!"
The three nodded repeatedly, retreating towards the door while incessantly thanking Er Zhu.
To be beaten and still have to thank their assailant, what a humiliating experience!
But when facing a stronger opponent, what else could they do but endure?
Especially the man who had been pricked, he had a profound understanding of Er Zhu's strength!
He had been needled without any reaction and the needles were removed just as suddenly. If not for the silver needles in Er Zhu's hand at the end, he would have thought it was a hallucination!
No wonder Wang Xiaomei was so protective of him and called him a divine doctor!
Although this title might seem exaggerated to outsiders, to him, it was well-deserved!
The man turned his head, gave Er Zhu a deep look, and then without looking back, he quickly fled.
At this moment, Wang Xiaomei, who was opposite Er Zhu, had an even more complex expression.
Shock, fear, adoration... and a hint of affection!
Er Zhu was simply too powerful!
Wasn't this kind of powerful man exactly who she had been waiting for?
"Kid, what's your name? What's your relationship with Wang Xiaomei?"
Suppressing his pain, Wang Xiao did not choose revenge but instead questioned Er Zhu's identity.
He was alone now, and severely injured. Only a fool would seek revenge at this moment.
He could also tell that this kid didn't want to kill him. Since that was the case, his identity was more important!
"He's my boyfriend!"
Just as Er Zhu was about to answer, Wang Xiaomei suddenly stepped forward, spoke, and entwined her arm with Er Zhu's, as if declaring her ownership!
Er Zhu was stunned. He wanted to deny it, but seeing Wang Xiaomei's pleading, helpless gaze, he softened his heart.
Fine, boyfriend it is.
Helping Wang Xiaomei as a friend was no big deal. He could explain it later.
"Okay, I've got it, you bastard, just wait!"
Wang Xiao, summoning all his strength, managed to stand up. He glared at Er Zhu with anger, uttered this threat, and then left in a sorry state.
Watching Wang Xiao's retreating back, Wang Xiaomei finally let out a long sigh, her eyes darkening with complex emotions.
It wasn't Wang Xiao's threat that scared her, but Er Zhu.
He hadn't denied it?
Did that mean she still had a chance!
Thinking of this, a smile touched Wang Xiaomei's lips, but the next words instantly extinguished the flicker of sweetness that had just bloomed in her heart.
"Xiao Mei, this was just a temporary measure. I will never be your boyfriend, we are just friends!"
After saying this, Er Zhu withdrew his hand, leaving Wang Xiaomei standing alone and dejected.
Never be my boyfriend?
Just friends...
Wang Xiaomei's mind was still replaying Er Zhu's words. Her eyes welled up, and large tears fell to the ground.
Er Zhu knew Wang Xiaomei would be sad, but he also knew he couldn't turn back!
Er Zhu drove directly to Xiao Zhu's cheongsam shop. Li Mei's cheongsam was also ready.
A fresh and elegant traditional cheongsam appeared before Er Zhu's eyes, making him's eyes light up!
Sister Mei would look stunning in it!
Er Zhu smiled slightly, imagining Li Mei wearing the cheongsam, smiling at him gently...
"Sir, are you satisfied?"
Seeing Er Zhu in a daze, Chen Xiaozhu waved her hand in front of his eyes.
Judging by his lecherous expression, she knew he wasn't thinking about anything good. This cheongsam was definitely meant to woo a woman!
Recalling the shameless tactics of those scoundrels, a hint of disdain flashed in Chen Xiaozhu's eyes. At the same time, she had decided not to take this guy's orders anymore.
His presence was polluting the air of her shop!
"Let's settle the bill."
Er Zhu, who had snapped out of his trance, understood Chen Xiaozhu's misunderstanding. However, he offered no explanation.
Rather than engage in pointless explanations with a stranger, he was more eager to see Li Mei!
He had to make her wear this cheongsam for him, even if he had to beg!
After paying, Er Zhu couldn't wait to leave the cheongsam shop. Chen Xiaozhu stood by the window on the second floor, watching the black luxury car gradually drive away, a look of disdain in her eyes.
She really didn't know what Grandpa was thinking, giving the supreme card to such a lecher!
Was he getting old and his eyesight failing?
Er Zhu was unaware of Chen Xiaozhu's wild thoughts. In other words, he didn't care at all, because he was eager to get home!
With only two hours left until midnight, he had to push forward at full speed!
Er Zhu stomped on the accelerator, and the black luxury car became like a tornado, covering thousands of miles in an instant!
As Er Zhu was rushing home dustily, Li Mei sat on the kang with a disappointed expression, looking at the food on the table that had been reheated God knows how many times.
Er Zhu had said he would be back late, and she had initially thought he was preparing a gift for her. But now, it seemed she had overthought it.
He must have been held up by some beautiful woman, just like last time!
Li Mei sighed and looked up at the moon in the sky, lost in thought.
She suddenly had a feeling that she wanted to go back to the old days!
Life was harder and more tiring back then, but at least Er Zhu was always by her side. Unlike now, even her birthday was spent alone...
"I won't think about it anymore. Spending my birthday alone is fine too. I can do whatever I want."
Li Mei's eyes turned red. She gently shook her head, wanting to shake off those unrealistic thoughts. She opened the almost melted cake, turned off the lights, and silently made a wish.
"Sister Mei!"
As soon as she closed her eyes, Er Zhu's familiar voice came from the doorway. He sounded like he had run for a long time and was breathing heavily.
"You're back!"
Li Mei quickly stood up. If the lights were on, Er Zhu would have seen her sparkling eyes and the joy within them!
"Sister Mei, happy birthday!"
Er Zhu took a deep breath, then took out the exquisite gift box and looked at Li Mei with a smile.
The dim candlelight illuminated Li Mei's delicate profile. Er Zhu finally saw the expectant look in her eyes!
So, she had been waiting for him all along!
A trace of heartache flashed in Er Zhu's eyes. He wanted to rush over and embrace Li Mei without hesitation, but he held himself back...