Zheng Fei’s face contorted with rage.
Gao Meng, at his own engagement party, had caused such a commotion, beating Gao Run to this state.
Now, in front of him, she intended to continue her rampage, to harm Gao Run. This was something he absolutely could not permit.
With that thought, his anger surged.
He glared at Gao Meng, his eyebrows furrowed, and threatened in a low voice, "Gao Meng, are you tired of living? Dare to make a move here, and don't blame me if…"
Before he could finish speaking, he acted. He pushed off with his feet, intending to charge at her.
However, just as he lifted his leg, Song Qiao stepped forward, positioning himself in front of Zheng Fei.
Simultaneously, Song Qiao reached out and placed his hand on Zheng Fei’s arm, halting his movement and rendering him immobile.
Gao Meng seized this opportunity and moved directly towards Gao Run, disregarding everyone else's reactions.
In her eyes, there was only Gao Run.
This mortal enemy, she was determined to make her pay the price, to let her suffer endlessly, and only then take her life.
This would be to appease her father’s spirit in heaven.
She strode forward, her figure flickering several times before she reached Gao Run.
Meanwhile, though Zheng Fei was temporarily restrained, he still intended to break free. He darted to the side, but Song Qiao moved with him, like a shadow.
Su Fan, who had been standing beside Zheng Fei, also began to move.
He attempted to break through from the opposite side, away from Song Qiao.
If Song Qiao could not stop both of them simultaneously, it would mean Gao Meng’s revenge might fail, and Su Fan would act against Gao Meng.
After all, Su Fan had long harbored dissatisfaction towards Song Qiao.
Therefore, Song Qiao knew he had to act, which meant stopping both of them at the same time.
He suddenly exerted force, his aura erupting outwards, a ferocious killing intent directed at Zheng Fei.
In that instant, Zheng Fei felt his body stiffen immensely. He felt utterly exposed in a frigid, snowy landscape, facing countless blades and spears, with his life in imminent danger.
He could only retreat rapidly, trying to escape the corrosive influence of Song Qiao's killing intent.
Having driven Zheng Fei back with a single move, Song Qiao did not hesitate. He immediately darted diagonally, intercepting Su Fan’s path.
Su Fan had intended to grab Gao Meng and stop her rampage.
But he hadn't anticipated Song Qiao’s speed to be so astonishing, nor that Zheng Fei would be so weak, easily intimidated into retreat by Song Qiao.
He sighed inwardly but had no choice but to stop.
After all, one could not hold up the sky alone.
And over there, Gao Meng was already moving against Gao Run.
Slowly, deliberately.
She seemed completely unaffected by the external chaos, unfazed by Zheng Fei and Su Fan.
This was because she trusted Song Qiao, trusted that he could hold back Zheng Fei and Su Fan.
Gao Meng’s gaze was fixed solely on Gao Run, her eyes filled with murderous intent, her teeth clenched. "You will pay the price! I’ll see you dead!"
At this moment, Gao Run finally reacted.
She saw clearly who was before her. It was none other than Gao Meng, someone she had always looked down upon.
"Let me go! What do you want?" she cried out, constantly trying to evade.
However, even when she was healthy, her physical condition and other aspects were inferior to Gao Meng's.
Especially now, suffering such severe injuries and continuous blood loss, she had become incredibly weak.
Therefore, her struggles were utterly negligible to Gao Meng.
Seeing the once arrogant and despicable woman reduced to this state, a sense of grim satisfaction began to bloom within Gao Meng.
But it wasn't enough!
"Hmph, you'll know soon enough, you bitch!" Gao Meng gritted her teeth.
"Get away, get away, get away! Someone, drive her away!" Gao Run screamed.
But around them, no one stepped forward.
Everyone was frozen in fear.
Su Fan was also blocked by Song Qiao.
As for Zheng Fei, he had not yet recovered.
Gao Meng, completely ignoring Gao Run's pleas and evasions, lightly reached out and grabbed her wrist.
She seized Gao Run’s slender, fair jade fingers and squeezed. A scream echoed.
Gao Meng’s current strength was beyond what an ordinary person could withstand.
Moreover, her profound understanding of the human body allowed her to inflict even greater pain on Gao Run.
*Crack!*
Gao Meng suddenly bent Gao Run’s index finger at the joint, breaking it.
"Ah!" Gao Run let out a piercing scream.
The sound was so loud it could shatter metal and split stone!
Everyone around them turned pale.
The fingers are connected to the heart!
Gao Run’s body trembled, and though she tried to break free, she could not.
Gao Meng looked coldly at Gao Run. "This is just the beginning!"
Her eyes held a hint of madness!
She had imagined this kind of revenge countless times, rehearsed it in her mind over and over.
Father! Watch closely, I am avenging you! I will make this woman pay in blood!
"Blood for blood! I will cripple you for life!"
As Gao Meng spoke, she grabbed Gao Run's middle finger.
Gao Donghai, seeing this, turned deathly pale. "No!"
But no one listened to him.
Gao Meng would not listen, and neither would Song Qiao.
This woman, having dared to commit such heinous acts, would have to bear the consequences.
Crucially, allowing Gao Meng to exact her revenge would clear her mental block, which was beneficial for her.
It had to be said, Song Qiao was truly good to his own, and consequently, truly ruthless to his enemies.
"My disciple will repay all grudges. If anyone dares to interfere, hmph, I will teach them a lesson!" Song Qiao said with a stern expression.
As these words left his lips, those who had been considering action or making calls stopped.
They stood there, not daring to move.
Beside them, Li Bingqing felt an inexplicable ache in her heart.
Unconsciously, she thought how fortunate Gao Meng was to have a master like Song Qiao. Ah, if only someone could treat her this way, protect her, how wonderful that would be!
Ahead of Song Qiao, Su Fan's heart tightened.
Song Qiao's sudden burst of aura, blocking his movements and attacks, had inexplicably chilled him! He wondered about Song Qiao's true strength.
Meanwhile, Zheng Fei was slowly coming to his senses.
But he still didn't dare to step forward.
He clenched his fists, staring blankly.
This was his engagement party!
He couldn't let them continue like this.
He gritted his teeth and gave a slight shake of his shoulder.
Su Fan, familiar with him, was immediately alarmed, knowing what he intended.
With a swift stride, he lunged beside him, grabbing his arm. "Stop!"
Zheng Fei roared, "Let me go! They are openly disrespecting me like this. If I go out now, what face will I have? I cannot let Gao Run suffer any more. I must protect her!"
"Stop! If you want to die, go over there now!" Su Fan said, gesturing to him.
It turned out that Su Fan had also sensed something from Song Qiao. Song Qiao had already shown murderous intent, or perhaps had harbored it for a long time, and any further conflict would instantly lead to Zheng Fei's demise.
This was not what Su Fan wanted to see.
Zheng Fei saw the look in his eyes, and then observed Song Qiao's posture. However, he was still unwilling to give up.
Su Fan shouted, "Your cousin dug up someone's grave and acted without a bottom line. She brought this upon herself. If you intervene now, you won't gain anything, and we'll lose in terms of public opinion!"
Zheng Fei lowered his head and thought. Indeed, it was true.
Looking at the surrounding guests, he saw that although some showed signs of distress, none came forward to uphold justice, and no one spoke up for Gao Run. He knew then that it was indeed the case.
In fact, some guests, seeing Zheng Fei's demeanor, even began to excuse themselves. "I'm sorry, Young Master Zheng, I suddenly have an urgent matter, so please forgive me…"
After saying this, the guest cupped his hands and left.
Like a row of dominoes, the others also began to make their excuses.
Before long, the entire banquet hall was nearly empty.
And in this relatively short period, Gao Run's limbs were all broken.
It could be said that her body was ruined. Even with the best medical care, she would never fully recover.