The reborn of paranoid boss cannon fodder wife(166 - 170)

Chapter 166: Just for Her

"Really, it's hilarious. Bai Lu's grades are at the bottom of the year, even facing retention, yet she still has the nerve to prepare for exams. Is she afraid of not making enough spectacle to embarrass herself?"

"She won't have the chance to embarrass herself. Her school records have been expelled; she might as well go home and roast sweet potatoes."

Several girls mocked Bai Lu and then turned to flatter the girl in jeans in the middle.

"Or maybe we're just kind-hearted. We directly helped Bai Lu eliminate the opportunity to embarrass herself."

Zhou Jiayi, with a proud look, sneered, "For someone as immoral as her, shouldn't she be expelled to celebrate the New Year? Her expulsion is a decision carefully considered by the school, it has nothing to do with me. Don't spread rumors."

The two girls immediately changed their tune, "Yes, it has nothing to do with Jiayi. Bai Lu brought this upon herself; she can't live properly. Criticism is inevitable for such a morally loose person. No one likes bad students; we firmly resist them."

Li Shuixian, with a wicked smile, agreed, "After her expulsion, let's see where she'll bounce to. She won't even have the chance to bounce."

"After you all finish your exams, each of you will get into a top university. Then, let's go to Bai Lu's house together and share the good news. We'll make her suffer sleepless nights for three days and three nights."

This malicious method of denigrating someone gained unanimous approval from the two narrow-minded girls.

While approving, they didn't forget to praise Zhou Jiayi, who provided them with the opportunity for humiliation. "Jiayi is really amazing."

"Just by moving her lips and manipulating public opinion, Jiayi is formidable. Is Bai Lu, who doesn't even have the qualification to take the exam, comparable? Don't joke around; after the exams, let's see how we ruin her to the point of having no face to show."

"Yes, bring more classmates along..."

Several girls laughed and walked away, linking arms.

The direction was towards Li Shuixian's store.

Last time, Li Shuixian compensated Bai Lu with 150 yuan, using dowry money to make up for it and promptly correcting the store's account book back to its original state. Xiao Zhihai didn't notice, so he didn't pursue it further.

Otherwise, he would have to drive Li Shuixian out of the house.

Repeatedly, destructive events struck, and the grocery store no longer had any business.

Li Shuixian hated Bai Lu to the bone, but thinking that she would soon have her revenge, she felt happy inside.

Throughout the journey, they were planning with Zhou Jiayi on how to discredit Bai Lu to achieve the best effect. It would be even better to invite more classmates to watch the joke.

Wang Hao's understanding of women was once again refreshed.

It turned out that girls, on the surface, might appear amiable, but behind the scenes, they employed such cunning and malicious tactics—spreading rumors, tarnishing someone's reputation, expelling them from school, and inciting others to humiliate them in their own homes. All this was like stabbing a knife into their hearts.

Wang Hao, belatedly realizing that the target of these actions was Bai Lu, his sister-in-law, immediately turned his head, expecting to see a face darkened by the desire to kill in Xiao Cheng. However, it wasn't the case.

Xiao Cheng's expression was unexpectedly calm.

"Cheng, Cheng Ge?" Wang Hao was a little scared of Xiao Cheng's current demeanor, feeling like it was the calm before a storm.

After all, the clear sky that was there just a moment ago had darkened, covered by layer upon layer of ominous clouds.

As if the next moment would bring forth a storm with howling winds and torrential rain.

However, Xiao Cheng didn't do anything. His expression remained normal, and he calmly said, "Let's go."

They proceeded according to the original route to Pingcheng.

The motorcycle was different from the ones Li Shuixian and the others had ridden; it was rented separately, with Wang Hao driving.

The cold wind whistled past their ears as the bumpy road undulated, mirroring the ups and downs of his unsettled heart.

Xiao Cheng didn't speak throughout the journey.

Wang Hao, who had been pondering the whole way without finding any clarity, finally understood when Xiao Cheng, who had said he wanted Bai Lu just two days ago, expressed concern and then promptly returned. Apparently, he cared a lot about Bai Lu.

But now, when Bai Lu was being bullied, why was he not doing anything?

Could it be that it wasn't good to act against a group of women?

Wang Hao was full of doubts. Upon arriving in Pingcheng, Xiao Cheng said a sentence, and the route changed. Instead of going to inspect the store, they went to Pingcheng High School. Finally, everything became clear.

Cheng Ge was going to collect debts.

After collecting these debts, Bai Lu would be able to deal with those unruly girls herself.

Three years ago, Pingcheng High School added a new student dormitory building using funds from above. There was a slight accident in the middle of it, and although the dormitory was built, the funds allocated from above had not arrived yet. The deadline for the final payment, agreed upon by the school and the building material supplier, had passed, and they couldn't pay.

The building material supplier didn't dare confront the public school, so they entrusted this matter to the big boss.

The person dispatched by the big boss was notorious on the streets, ruthless and cruel, cold-blooded and merciless—a cold-faced Yama, Xiao Cheng.

The client and the big boss had a deadline for the final payment. The deadline given to Xiao Cheng, however, was different from others; it was the longest among all.

Because the big boss trusted Xiao Cheng's abilities and knew he wouldn't fail, so he always gave him the longest deadline.

Long enough to directly coincide with the client's deadline.

Xiao Cheng held this extended deadline, leaving behind a trail of usable favors for future endeavors.

Those who had been given leniency by Xiao Cheng weren't fools; they all knew that favors had to be repaid.

It was only a matter of time.

The principal of Pingcheng High School was one of them.

While he was losing hair over his worries, sleepless and restless, fearing that the debt collectors from the underworld would come to his home, forcing him to sell fields and properties to repay the debt...

Xiao Cheng appeared, accompanied by only four people, coming to his home. Without weapons, and calmly asked, "When are you going to pay the money?" After getting the answer, he left.

Even though the answer was far from the actual deadline for payment, Xiao Cheng didn't take any action. He simply left.

The principal knew that he owed a great favor.

What surprised him even more was that after three years, when Xiao Cheng came back, he asked for nothing. He only instructed him to handle a simple task, something that could be done effortlessly.

Even after seeing Xiao Cheng off, the principal found it hard to believe, suspecting that he might be seeing things.

He took off his glasses, wiped them with his sleeve, put them back on, and stared at the figure on the motorcycle until it disappeared.

Only then did he confirm that the person who came to him was indeed Xiao Cheng, that infamous and unfeeling bully rumored in the streets.

His understanding was shattered once again.

Leaving behind favors could be advantageous.

When it was time to reclaim those favors, Xiao Cheng didn't seek any benefits and did it only for a girl who was struggling academically.

"Truly shocking..."

Wang Hao found a spacious store, well-located with good Feng Shui, and Xiao Cheng inspected it all. Once finished, he contacted the construction team to clean and renovate, making sure to instruct them to clear the warehouse first.

The warehouse contained Bai Lu's chestnuts and needed to be managed.































Chapter 167: Ding Ling Ling

Behind the scenes of Pingcheng's market, with a slight connection to Li Chengbin's father-in-law, the real power was held by the boss in the underworld. Currently, the two sides managed to coexist without conflict.

Even those small gangs in the alleys, who might not have seen Xiao Cheng, had heard of his name. A simple mention of it was usually enough.

Xiao Cheng was no longer working under the underworld boss, but who could guarantee that he wouldn't rise again. Nobody dared to mess with a demon's business; even small hooligans would end up in dire straits.

The news spread rapidly, reaching even stray dogs, fearing they might go crazy and start barking at the store's entrance.

Previously, the underworld boss in Pingcheng and Xiao Cheng had some conflicts. Xiao Cheng had done everything the boss had done, but the results were not satisfactory; every endeavor was overshadowed by Xiao Cheng.

The underworld boss only valued the top talents in the industry, with no regard for the second-best. Now that Xiao Cheng had left, he was finally making a name for himself, occasionally able to say a word or two in front of the boss.

For Xiao Cheng's decision to open a legitimate business in Pingcheng, the boss was delighted. There was no reason to stop him, and he immediately agreed to a dinner meeting.

The heavy burden in his heart had finally lifted, and he joyfully opened up, drinking heavily.

He even declared brotherhood with Xiao Cheng, promising mutual support and assistance. If anything happened, Xiao Cheng should be the one to handle it; he would be more effective than others.

Everything that could be said, and even things that couldn't be said, were expressed. Good food and wine were consumed lavishly, with the belief that drinking to the fullest expressed true camaraderie, one cup after another.

After dinner, they went to a nightclub.

Various kinds of alcohol were continually delivered to private rooms in succession.

After a round of drinks, Xiao Cheng went to the restroom and took the opportunity to make a call at the front desk.

At home, Bai Lu and Xiao Wei were sitting in the main hall in front of a table full of delicious dishes, their hands supporting their cheeks.

A pair of puffed-up little faces.

"Ding, ding, ding, ding, ding..." The old clock on the wall struck seven times, and the sky was already dark.

Bai Lu pouted, "Your brother doesn't keep his promises."

Xiao Wei shook his head, "Big brother might be busy, not breaking promises."

Bai Lu snorted, "He probably went to drink again. When he comes back drunk, see how I..."

"Ding Ling Ling—"

Xiao Wei's eyes lit up, and he pointed at the high table, "Big brother is calling!"

Bai Lu, with a slight touch of pride, picked up the phone. A gentle, but not overly sweet voice came through, "LuLu."

It had a hint of pride but not too much.

The daytime coldness was gone, replaced by a bit of warmth, although not much. His voice was deep and clear, indicating he was still in good condition, not completely drunk yet.

Given the experiences from previous times, Bai Lu quickly deduced from Xiao Cheng's unusual tone that he hadn't eaten much. Originally planning to have dinner at home, he had ended up discussing business in a nightclub after a few drinks.

In business, socializing was unavoidable.

Local forces had their roles, mutual benefits, and required face-saving. Bai Lu understood these principles, but still couldn't help but worry, "Don't drink too much."

There were many things she wanted to say, but as she approached the words, she realized they were of no use. She had already given all the necessary instructions before. In the end, only one sentence remained, "Come back early."

Xiao Cheng responded, "Okay."

After hanging up the phone, Bai Lu and Xiao Wei returned to the table full of delicious food, picked up their chopsticks, and began eating enthusiastically.

"Big brother won't come back for dinner?" Xiao Wei, still holding a piece of spicy chicken, asked with a trace of unwillingness.

Bai Lu reassured him, "Your big brother is too busy; he doesn't have time to come back for dinner. He's full from drinking."

Xiao Wei, hearing the small complaint in Bai Lu's tone, picked up a bitter melon from his bowl and ate it.

"Don't be sad; when big brother earns enough money, builds a big house, and you have a little nephew or niece, big brother will be able to have dinner with us every day."

Bai Lu's mouth twitched, "Is there anything else in your head besides a little nephew?"

"Yes."

Xiao Wei, with a serious expression, said, "A little niece."

Bai Lu: "..."

"Well said, let's not talk about it next time."

After dinner, after taking a bath and washing clothes, and hanging them up, they took a stroll, and it was already nine o'clock.

Xiao Cheng hadn't come back.

Bai Lu sat in the courtyard illuminated by moonlight, reading a book. Next to her, Xiao Wei sat obediently on a small stool, with his textbooks placed on the chair, quietly doing his homework.

"Knock, knock, knock—"

A knocking sound echoed.

Xiao Wei immediately raised his head, and Bai Lu exchanged a glance with him, both seeing the doubt in each other's eyes.

The door was not locked. If it was Xiao Cheng returning, he would have just pushed the door open without knocking.

Who could it be at this late hour?

Xiao Wei asked, "Who is it?"

"I'm Chen Chunli."

The voice that used to be loud and arrogant was now calm and quiet, knocking on the door instead of pounding it.

Xiao Wei was surprised, turning to Bai Lu, "Should we open the door?"

Bai Lu replied, "She's pregnant."

Moreover, Chen Chunli's expected delivery date was within this half-month. Today, Wang Hao went out with Xiao Cheng for some business, not with someone else.

It wasn't with someone else but Xiao Cheng.

Xiao Cheng had a responsibility.

Xiao Wei followed Bai Lu to open the door. Once opened, not only the heavily pregnant Chen Chunli was standing there, but also Wang Hao's worried mother—He Yulan.

Seeing Bai Lu, He Yulan immediately stated her purpose, "Chunli said her stomach feels a bit uncomfortable. She wanted to come to your house to make a call and ask when Wang Hao will be back. Bai Lu, do you know Xiao Cheng's number? Help us call and ask when Wang Hao will be back."

Bai Lu gestured for them to come in, "Auntie, don't worry. Xiao Cheng will call Wang Hao right away. Please come in and have a seat first."

Xiao Wei, who had seen Chen Chunli not causing a scene and still having such a big belly, moved the chairs back to the main house.

Wang Hao's father wasn't in good health, and He Yulan usually took care of him, rarely visiting neighbors.

Bai Lu had seen her a few times, but Xiao Wei had seen her quite a lot. This child was always well-behaved.

"So late, are you still doing homework?"

Xiao Wei moved the chairs back, nodding, "Already finished."

"Big sister is calling big brother; Haoge and big brother are together. Don't worry, Auntie."

"Ah, good, don't worry."

He Yulan was quite surprised by the change in Xiao Wei. He used to be as taciturn as Xiao Cheng, rarely speaking. Now he actually greeted and comforted people, which was good.

Being a good daughter-in-law could also be a good mother.



























Chapter 168: You Are My Wife




The voice in the receiver had completely lost the daytime cold tranquility, undergoing a 180-degree transformation.


Game over.


The big shot was turning into a child.


Bai Lu, ignoring much, quickly changed her tone: "How long until you can come back?"


There was a pause on the other end of the phone before a soft voice came: "I don't know. What's the matter?"


More words.


Bai Lu weakly supported her forehead: "Is Wang Hao there? Let Wang Hao answer the phone."


"Why let Wang Hao answer?" The child sounded angry, with a tone cold and hard. "I'm right here. Why let Wang Hao answer the phone? Are you my wife, or Wang Hao's wife? Are you still my Lu Lu?"


"Yes, yes, I'm your Lu Lu."


Bai Lu couldn't stand the three-year-old throwing a tantrum, so she explained in a gentle voice: "Chen Chunli's stomach is a bit uncomfortable. She came to my house and wanted to talk to Wang Hao. Let Wang Hao answer the phone, and I'll give the phone to Chen Chunli."


The child on the other end of the phone seemed to understand, shouted in some direction, "Come out."


Bai Lu thought it was calling Wang Hao.


Little did she know that in the next second, there was a sound of a cabinet being hit in the receiver, and a painful cry as heavy objects fell.


This...


Could it be that the counter attendant, scared by Xiao Cheng, hid under the counter, rushed out after hearing Xiao Cheng's call, and accidentally hit the cabinet and fell?


Really pitiful.


In the song and dance hall behind the counter, Xiao Cheng stared at the figure struggling to get up with knees covered, his brows furrowed.


"You, go call Wang Hao."


"Okay, Cheng Ge, I'll go right away." The counter guy rushed out of the counter, quickly looking for someone in the private room.


He stumbled and fell again at the corner, groaning in pain but quickly got up and continued running.


As if there was a ghost chasing him.


The counter guy didn't understand why Xiao Cheng had such extreme expressions. His tone on the phone was unbelievably friendly, but when he spoke to them, his tone was terrifying, like the king of hell coming to take lives on earth.


But at least he had his life to run away.


His companion left at the counter wasn't so lucky.


Indeed, very unfortunate... The counter guy, trembling, handed a cigarette to Xiao Cheng, and Xiao Cheng reached out to take it.


But the phone suddenly slipped.


Xiao Cheng's left hand instantly clenched, and the right hand that had just reached out slapped the cigarette away.


The cold and fierce gaze of his deep, dark eyes suddenly came over, "Are you looking for trouble?"


The counter guy was instantly shrouded in a sense of impending death. He wanted to explain, but his throat felt like it was being choked by some invisible force, and he couldn't make a sound.


Xiao Cheng must be angry. It's over.


Although he didn't know why handing over a cigarette was a mistake, the demon in front of him was obviously angry enough to beat someone.


Just when the counter guy thought he was doomed, the phone in Xiao Cheng's hand suddenly played a heavenly voice.


"Ah Cheng?"


Save me! It's that girl!

The girl who could make Xiao Cheng soften his tone and speak!


The counter guy desperately sought help in his heart, making desperate wishes for the girl on the other end of the phone to say a few more words.


Please summon the demon away quickly.


Xiao Cheng, who was treated as a demon, heard the girl's call, and his murderous gaze instantly withdrew.


"Lulu, I'm here."


The counter guy's jaw dropped in shock.


The next second, his brain also seemed to drop in shock, because Xiao Cheng, he, he, he, he, actually smiled!


Moreover, he used an especially gentle voice to speak into the phone, "The private room is a bit far from the counter, and Wang Hao hasn't arrived yet. Can you wait a bit? Are you having dinner?"


Bai Lu: "..."


"Do you want to check the time now?"


Xiao Cheng's cold and stern gaze swept over.


The counter guy immediately looked up at the clock on the wall and quietly reported the time, "Nine forty-five."


It wasn't that the counter guy wanted to eavesdrop, but the phones in this era didn't have good sound insulation. Whether it was the girl's voice on the phone or the terrifying voice of the king of hell outside the phone, the counter guy could hear it all clearly. To pretend not to hear, he had to cover his ears.


But if he covered his ears, and Xiao Cheng had something to say to him, he wouldn't hear it, and that would be even worse.


So, he could only brace himself and continue listening.


Listening to Xiao Cheng answering with that incredibly gentle voice, "Nine forty-five."


It's already nine forty-six!


The counter guy dared not think but dared not say.


The next second, the girl on the phone said what he wanted to say but didn't dare to say, "You know it's already nine forty-five. When are you coming back?"


Bold!

Xiao Cheng not only wasn't angry, but he also said, "Soon."


The girl asked again, "How soon is soon?"


Xiao Cheng looked up at the clock on the back wall of the counter, silent for a moment, seemingly calculating the time.


After a moment.


Wang Hao came out.


Whether Xiao Cheng had something to say or not, anyway, the counter guy saw that Xiao Cheng handed the phone to Wang Hao, who had also drunk a bit, and started talking with a scent of alcohol.


Wang Hao shouted, "Sis-in-law."


The counter guy finally understood why Xiao Cheng had two different faces, but before he could think more, a voice that echoed through the hall came from the phone—


"Wang Hao! Where the hell are you going! It's so late, and you're not back yet. Are you planning to sleep on the streets!"


The earth-shattering roar not only stunned the counter guy and his companion who had just returned but also made Hu Biao, who had followed them out, pause for a moment.


Seemingly intoxicated Wang Hao also seemed stunned by the shouting.


The only one who didn't react was Xiao Cheng. Not only did Xiao Cheng not react, but he also frowned displeasedly.


Obviously, he didn't like this voice.


Not to mention that Xiao Cheng didn't like it, the counter guys didn't like it either. They preferred the gentle girl's voice just now.


Where did that girl go?


Why did the Eastern Lion's roar suddenly burst out?


Chen Chunli's voice not only shook the song and dance hall, but even Bai Lu, Xiao Wei, and He Yulan in Xiao Cheng's house were also momentarily stunned.


Especially Xiao Wei, who was shocked by Chen Chunli's calm waiting for the phone call and the earth-shattering change when she roared into the phone. It was enough to crush a fly between her eyebrows.


Bai Lu didn't expect that after Chen Chunli entered, waiting quietly for the call, it wasn't a sudden change, but she had been accumulating anger, waiting to bombard the phone.


After He Yulan reacted, she quickly stepped forward to comfort Chen Chunli, "Don't be angry, be careful with your body..."


"Care about what!" Chen Chunli pushed away He Yulan's hand: "Your son doesn't care about his child, what are you caring about!"


Bai Lu noticed that Chen Chunli's emotions were a bit agitated, whether it was due to the strong pregnancy reaction or something else.


In her angrily glaring eyes, there was indeed fierceness and ruthlessness, but also a faint, floating anxiety and unease.


It's just not very obvious, but Bai Lu had taken a course in micro-expressions and could see a few points.


This late at night, a pregnant woman about to give birth, too much emotional fluctuation was not a good sign.


Bai Lu poured her a glass of warm water, "Drink some water, talk calmly, Wang Hao will be back soon."


Chen Chunli felt annoyed and wanted to scold someone. When she saw it was Bai Lu, she remembered what Bai Lu had said last time.


The words were stuck in her throat, and it took a while before she spoke with a stiff tone, "Call Wang Hao back."


Bai Lu took the phone and asked, "Wang Hao?"


A clear and pleasant voice sounded, instantly breaking the ice on the other end of the phone, leaving everyone stunned.


All the drunken individuals became sober.


Wang Hao was no exception; he shouted loudly, "Sister-in-law," indicating that he was listening to the call.


The melodious voice on the phone spoke again, "Have you finished eating? Come back after you're done."


As soon as Wang Hao heard the word "you guys," the phone was snatched by Xiao Cheng. "Lulu."


Bai Lu didn't know how drunk Xiao Cheng was, but the urgent matter was to quickly call Wang Hao back.


It would be even better if Xiao Cheng could be brought back too.


Bai Lu cleared her throat and said softly, "Acheng, I miss you. Come back soon."


The man on the other end of the phone brightened his eyes, the drunken haze instantly clearing. "I'll be right back!"


"Bring Wang Hao with you," Bai Lu instructed.


"Got it."


Xiao Cheng hung up the phone and dragged Wang Hao away.


Wang Hao was originally leaning on the counter, suddenly pulled by Xiao Cheng. His limbs tangled, and he nearly fell head over heels, but fortunately, he was pulled up by Xiao Cheng halfway through the fall.


Luckily, he didn't have an intimate encounter with the smooth floor.


After walking a few steps, they were intercepted.


Supported by his little brother, Hu Biao, who was swaying, walked up with a friendly tone, "Why go home? Let's continue drinking."


Xiao Cheng frowned and avoided the hand reaching out to pat his shoulder. He said indifferently, "Next time, Lulu."


Hu Biao clicked his tongue, "Why go home? Today, our brothers finally gather together. Let's continue drinking. What do you want to drink? We have beautiful ladies here. No need to go home; I'll immediately call a group for you."


Hu Biao used to be suppressed by Xiao Cheng in everything, and today, as the host, he wanted to regain the face he had lost in front of Xiao Cheng.


He raised his hand and snapped his fingers.


A smart little brother immediately went to bring the ladies.


Hu Biao blocked Xiao Cheng's way with a contemptuous smile, "Xiao Cheng, you can't be serious. Just women, not such an important thing."


"Have you forgotten the saying in our circle? Women are like clothes, brothers are like hands and feet. When we go out to play, who cares about women? There are all kinds of beautiful ladies here, much more fun than the yellow-faced wife who cooks and cleans at home. Can your wife bring you such beautiful ladies..."


"Bang!"


Xiao Cheng punched Hu Biao, who flew away.


The convulsing body slid down from behind the counter. The phone handset that hadn't fallen off the table was swept off, and the long line fell to the ground, straightening out as it did.


The entire hall fell into a deadly silence.


The next second, the sound of tables, chairs, and stools being smashed and beaten echoed.


"Acheng!"


The anxious voice of the girl on the phone was covered by the shattering sound of the ashtray and the broken bottle.


There were no shouts or screams; when men fought, they went straight to action, using everything as weapons.


As if the flesh and blood didn't feel pain, they fell down and got up, determined to settle the score.


Even the smell of blood had begun to spread in the air, and the clean and bright floor turned red.


There was no retreat at all.


Seeing that the two guys behind the counter were in a bad situation, they had long hidden under the counter and used the intercom to call security.


The guys behind the counter didn't forget that there was a magic weapon in the phone that could control demons. Taking the risk of being beaten, they crawled out along the edge of the counter.


Quickly grabbing the fallen phone from the ground, he opened his mouth and called for help, "Sister-in-law, sister-in-law! Are you there?"


Bai Lu was about to hang up the phone when she heard this and stopped immediately, "I'm here. Where are Xiao Cheng and Wang Hao?"


Chen Chunli was still watching on the side. She didn't want to ask too explicitly to avoid any unnecessary accidents.


At the same time, she subtly created distance, seemingly inadvertently covering the handset with her hand to prevent the sound from spreading too far.


Just as she took two steps away, she heard a cry for help that seemed to come from the sky: "Sister-in-law, come and save me! Cheng ge and Biao ge are fighting! Wang Hao and Biao ge's little brothers are also fighting. The scene is in chaos. Everything, including tables, chairs, lamps, and liquor cabinets, has been smashed by them! The ashtray has also been smashed. Ten security guards can't control them. Sister-in-law, come and save me. If it continues like this, someone will get killed!"


Bai Lu asked, "Address?"


"Pingcheng Sky Supreme Nightclub! Bang... Ah! The phone fell. Sister-in-law, sister-in-law, can you hear me?"


"You must come and save me..."


With a click, the phone was hung up and returned to its original position.


Bai Lu turned her head and met the anxious faces of Chen Chunli and He Yulan. Chen Chunli was still supporting her big belly, her palms visibly sweating, and the corners of her clothes were wet.


There were also slight tremors in her figure.


Bai Lu's expressionless face instantly turned into a relaxed smile, "You don't need to worry. Wang Hao and Xiao Cheng are fine. They just drank too much and don't recognize the way home."


"I'm going to pick them up now. You guys sit at home and wait; I'll bring them back soon."


Chen Chunli's emotions were unstable, not suitable for frequent movement, and accidents were prone to occur.


It was best to sit quietly at home and wait.


But after Chen Chunli listened to Bai Lu's explanation, she didn't believe it, "I heard the sound of something falling and breaking on the ground. Is Wang Hao fighting again outside?"


It had to be said that the sixth sense of a pregnant woman was accurate.


However, the emotional control of Bai Lu, a psychological master, was more stable in emergencies, and her mind was clearer. "Wang Hao got drunk and accidentally knocked over a table lamp when he hung up the phone. The waiter just quoted me 300 yuan, saying if it wasn't paid, he would leave the washing."


Chen Chunli's attention was instantly diverted by the money, "A 300-yuan table lamp! Is Wang Hao fighting while drunk again!"


"Such a big table lamp that can't even be seen on the table, hasn't earned a day's worth of money, and is now compensated in full!"


Chen Chunli sat down with a thud, and even her molars made a sound, but her anxious face was replaced by anger.


Bai Lu could perceive that she had let out a sigh of relief.


Turning her head to He Yulan, who also seemed relieved, she said, "You guys sit for a while; I'll go pick up Wang Hao and Xiao Cheng. Don't worry; I brought money, and I won't let Wang Hao wash dishes."























Chapter 169: Lulu Arrives


He Yulan was full of apologies, "I'm sorry to have you go out to pick someone up so late at night. These two kids really make people worry. You don't know how to drive, so how will you go to the city to pick someone up?"


Bai Lu smiled and said, "It's okay. Uncle Fugui has a motorcycle. I'll ask Uncle Fugui to give me a ride."


After saying this, she pulled Xiao Wei aside.


In a low voice, she said, "You stay at home and watch over Chen Chunli and Aunt Shen for me. Your brother and I will be back soon. If anything happens, press the callback key on the phone, report your brother's name to the person on the other end, and they will know who to look for. I taught you how to callback on the phone last time, remember?"


Xiao Wei nodded with a tight grip on his clothes. "I remember. You'll definitely come back, right?"


Bai Lu patted his head, "Don't worry, we'll definitely come back, very soon."


"Don't let Chen Chunli and Aunt Shen know about the call, okay? When you make the call, keep some distance from them, don't let them hear the content of the call, okay?"


"Okay, I understand."


Xiao Wei knew that something must have happened to his big brother, otherwise Bai Lu wouldn't have instructed him so carefully.


Anxiously, he watched Bai Lu leave.


It was ten o'clock, and Yu Fugui and Wu Xiuyun hadn't slept yet. They were in the yard sorting out unsold and spoiled fruits.


In the afternoon, Yu Fugui went to the village to replenish fruits, and during the weekend, his children helped trim the branches and sorted fruits by size and appearance. The family was having a lively time.


Upon hearing a knock on the door, Yu Fugui's son, Yu Dongxu, who was sitting closest to the door, got up to answer.


Seeing the visitor, he was stunned, standing there not knowing whether to greet first or ask questions.


Bai Lu knew who the young man in front of her was. After a simple greeting, she directly said, "Hello lAre your parents at home? I need to ask them for a favor."


The word "hello" sounded in Yu Dongxu's ears, making his ears instantly red. "Yes, they are. Let me call them out for you."


As soon as he finished speaking, Yu Fugui and Wu Xiuyun, who had heard the voice, were already on their way out.


"Is it Bai Lu?"


"Yes, it's me. Good evening, Auntie Wu, Uncle Fugui."


Bai Lu explained her purpose to the approaching figures, "Xiao Cheng went out to discuss business and had too much to drink. I'm here to pick him up. Could Uncle Fugui trouble you to give me a ride to the city?"


Yu Fugui and Wu Xiuyun, being in the business themselves, understood the dynamics of such social engagements and readily agreed.


"Sure, wait a moment. I'll go back and get the motorcycle," Yu Fugui returned to the yard to fetch his motorcycle.


Wu Xiuyun comforted Bai Lu, "Don't worry, Xiao Cheng is so clever; nothing bad will happen to him."


Bai Lu nodded in response, not going into details.


Just as Yu Fugui was bringing the motorcycle out, Yu Dongxu stopped him at the door.


"Dad, let me go. It's late, and there are no streetlights. You might not see the road clearly."


It took Yu Fugui a moment to realize that Yu Dongxu was subtly implying that his eyesight was not as good as it used to be.


"You little rascal!"


"Dad, just let my brother take Bai Lu to the city. He drives faster than you."


Yu Fugui was pulled off the motorcycle by his younger daughter, Yu Xiaoling, who suddenly ran out, forcing him to relinquish the driving privilege.


With Yu Xiaoling's help, Yu Dongxu successfully got on the motorcycle and set off with Bai Lu.


The silhouette disappeared into the night.


As the night fell, the previously lively scene in the hall on the third floor...


The place was in a mess, with tables, chairs, table lamps, chandeliers, ashtrays, and bottles of various shapes and sizes scattered all over the floor, shattered and broken. There were fragments everywhere.


A large area on the ground turned red.


The glass of the coffee table was shattered, leaving a pool of blood-like red.


Next to the broken phone on the counter, there were two blood-stained teeth and a clock shattered into five or six pieces, with visible marks on the wall from being hit by a heavy object.


Under the only intact crystal chandelier in the hall, a group of chaotic figures engaged in a melee, wielding "weapons" in a fierce fight.


One after another, figures fell, some got up and continued, while others who couldn't get up curled up in the corner shivering.


A man with a fierce look was walking towards a figure lying on the ground, convulsing and trembling. Seven or eight security guards rushed to stop the man, but they were easily thrown aside.


Suddenly, a group of burly men rushed out from somewhere, shouting "Brother Cheng," but the result was the same.


All of them were mercilessly thrown aside by the man.


Until a voice echoed in the hall—


"Ah Cheng."


The two words made the man, who had just raised his foot to kick the convulsing figure on the ground, stop and turn around.


Yu Dongxu saw the man's face clearly, and the reaction that had just been pulled back by the girl's ethereal voice froze again.


His gaze was also frozen by the scene in front of him.


Bai Lu walked through the chaos on the floor to the side of Xiao Cheng, grabbed his hand, and turned to leave.


As she walked, she asked, "Where is Wang Hao?"


"I don't know," Xiao Cheng stared at the small hand holding his, lifting his gaze to the girl's face.


"How did Lulu come?" 


Not finding Wang Hao, and not wanting to talk, Bai Lu continued to ignore the gazes of everyone in the room, leading the feared Xiao Cheng to find someone.


Xiao Cheng shouted, "Wang Hao."


"Brother Cheng, sister-in-law, I'm here..."

























Chapter 170: It's Over, It's Over



Wang Hao got into a fight with someone and ended up in a private room. When he knocked someone out and was about to drag them out, he was unexpectedly attacked by some bastard.


He was hit on the head and knocked unconscious.


When he woke up just now, he saw Bai Lu leading Xiao Cheng, stepping over the floor covered in red fragments, bypassing the trembling figures on the ground... taking a stroll?


Wang Hao thought he was dreaming.


He stared at the ground for a while, feeling surreal when Bai Lu spoke. It wasn't until he heard a familiar voice calling his name that he confirmed he was back in reality and quickly got up.


Bai Lu looked at Wang Hao, who was limping towards her, frowning slightly, "Is your foot injured?"


Wang Hao lowered his head, looking at the small hole in his kneecap pants where a nail had pierced through. "I got hit by some bastard with an ashtray, felt numb for a while, but it recovered quickly."


Bai Lu nodded as she saw no significant bloodstains on his pants. "Come over and sit next to Xiao Cheng."


Xiao Cheng, who was seated by Bai Lu, immediately stood up, "Where are you going?"


Bai Lu pressed him back onto the sofa, "To get a bottle of wine."


"I'm not drinking anymore," Xiao Cheng decisively shook his head.


Grabbing Bai Lu's hand, he stood up, wanting to go with her.


Bai Lu pushed him back down, "You don't need to drink."


"You're not allowed to drink either." Xiao Cheng stood up again.


If it weren't for the fact that there were still many people around, Bai Lu would have tied the disobedient kid to the sofa.


"I won't drink. You and Wang Hao wait here; I'll go to the counter to get a bottle of wine."


"We'll go together."


Xiao Cheng refused to let go of Bai Lu's hand.


Bai Lu could only take him to the counter.


These two people, whether they valued cleanliness or were good at fighting, had no visible injuries on their faces. There were only minor injuries around their mouths, and their clothes were clean, presenting a sharp contrast to those figures on the ground with bruised faces and bleeding heads.


The only trouble was that there were bloodstains on Wang Hao's knee, albeit not significant, but it carried a hint of a bloody smell.


Pregnant women not only have a keen sixth sense but are also sensitive to smells. Going back like this was definitely not an option.


Bai Lu approached the counter and knocked twice on the tabletop, "Is anyone there?"


Can a broken phone still make a sound?


The two guys hiding under the counter were shocked. They exchanged glances and simultaneously experienced a soul-searching moment.


"Is that the voice of Shangfang Sword?"


"It sounds like Shangfang Sword, right?"


"We both heard the voice; it must be him. I didn't expect the quality of this broken phone to be so good."


"Yeah, broken in half and still making sounds. It's the first time I've seen this in my life."


The marble tabletop was knocked on again, "Is anyone there? Come out and do business."


The two guys inside the counter widened their eyes.


"This broken phone not only has good quality but also has such clear sound. It's like someone is really talking outside."


"Exactly, it's too realistic!"


At the same time, the two guys realized a problem.


"Why isn't there the sound of smashing outside?"


"Is it over?"


The counter guy suggested to the other, "Why don't you go out and check?"


"Go out and find death? I'm not going!"


As soon as the second guy spoke, a cold voice came from behind the counter, "Come out."


Counter guy one: "!!!"


Counter guy two: "!!!"


"Cheng, Cheng, Cheng ge?!!"


"Sis, you're really sis, sis, sis-in-law?"


Bai Lu looked at the two young men who suddenly appeared from behind the counter, full of fear turning into expectation, nodding speechlessly.


Sure enough, Cheng ge's voice was effective. It instantly scared people out.


"Get some wine." The big shot spoke again.


Counter guy one subconsciously turned around, only to find that the liquor wall had been smashed empty. What to do if there's no wine?

Will they be beaten to death?


Counter guy two glanced at the outside situation, where security guards and the people called by Hu Biao had all retreated to the side, cautiously guarding against the counter direction.


To be precise, everyone in the entire venue, whether openly or secretly, was looking at Xiao Cheng standing in front of the counter.


And, the newly born sister-in-law.


Hu Biao lay on the ground unconscious, his group of little brothers lay there, shaking and shivering in the corner, and only one half-injured little brother was supporting Hu Biao.


To be precise, while supporting Hu Biao, he was also vigorously shaking Hu Biao, trying to wake him up from his unconscious state.


The situation was clear, Cheng ge had won.


Counter guy two immediately retreated back into the counter, fumbled out the high-purity white wine that the boss had treasured, and handed it to Bai Lu.


"Sis, only this bottle is left. If it's not enough, I'll make another call... No, the phone is broken. I'll use a pager to call someone up. There's more wine in the restaurant on the second floor."


"No need, it's enough." Bai Lu took the wine with one hand and reached into her pocket for money with the other.


Counter guy two hurriedly refused, "No need, no need, sis, you're our guest. This wine is a gift from Heaven Shang to you and Cheng ge. If you need anything, just tell us, and we'll definitely satisfy your request!"


Counter guy one, after coming back to his senses, also nodded vigorously, "Right, right, right! Whatever you need, sis, just say it, and we'll make sure to do it for you!"


What they said wasn't the usual polite phrase "do our best to satisfy your request" but an absolute and affirmative response.


Their faces were very serious, not joking at all.


Bai Lu was puzzled, turned to look at Xiao Cheng, and Xiao Cheng spoke with a matter-of-fact tone, "It's deserved."


After saying that, he asked her, "What else do you want?"


"No need, it's enough."


Bai Lu, with Xiao Cheng's arm around her shoulder, turned around, saw the fragments on the ground, and suddenly remembered something.


Turning back, she asked, "About the compensation..."


Counter guy two said confidently, "Sis, rest assured, we will settle the compensation and ask Biao ge for it."


There was an unwritten rule on the street: whoever loses, compensates.


In the world of rivers and lakes, the one with the stronger fist is right.


Bai Lu, escorted by the two counter guys with utmost respect, returned to the sofa area with Xiao Cheng.


After telling Wang Hao about Chen Chunli and He Yulan waiting at home, Chen Chunli's unstable emotional state, and the reason for coming out to find someone, she handed the white wine to Wang Hao, "White wine has a strong aroma, it can cover some of the bloody smell. Clean up a bit before going back. Think of a reason for your injured knee on the way back."


It's not suitable to stay here for long.


Wang Hao, who had just fought, was already awake after the fight, understanding Bai Lu's thoughtful intentions.


After expressing his gratitude, he took the white wine, unscrewed the cap, poured some onto his knee to clean the bloodstains.


After cleaning, he poured the remaining wine onto his body.


An intense and pure aroma of white wine instantly scattered, completely covering the smell of blood.


This... was not an ordinary white wine.


It was a high-purity, long-aged, and rare collection from the wine cellar!


Bai Lu immediately pulled Xiao Cheng back, keeping a distance from Wang Hao, thinking of reminding Wang Hao, but it was too late.


The sound of a wine bottle hitting the ground.


Wang Hao, who was overwhelmed by the strong aroma of alcohol, shook his head vigorously. Strangely, he saw two Xiao Chengs and Bai Lus.


"What kind of wine is this... why does it make people... want to sleep just by smelling it..."


Wang Hao swayed, unable to stand steady even next to the sofa, and his eyelids became heavier.


Oh no, he's going to pass out from being drunk!


Bai Lu didn't have time to think, quickly ran back to the sofa, and pulled out the last bottle of mineral water from under the coffee table.


She unscrewed the cap and splashed it on Wang Hao's face before he completely lost consciousness.