Chapter 121: Deterrence, Teaching the Arrogant Young Master a Lesson
After all, some matters are best left unsaid, understood only in silence.
On this mysterious and enticing night, an unexpected conversation quietly unfolded.
Li Chao, the handsome man who always carried a hint of cynicism, raised an eyebrow, curiosity sparkling in his eyes as he asked, “You can dance?”
The woman opposite him was momentarily speechless.
Handsome guy, aren’t you focusing on the wrong thing?
Shouldn’t we talk about something more serious first, or at least ask a less abrupt question?
Nevertheless, she didn’t retort directly but smiled faintly, following his lead.
“I’m particularly skilled at ethnic dance!”
Her voice was soft and magnetic, as if it could stir the deepest emotions within.
To steer the conversation back on track, she deliberately added with a playful and teasing tone, “Of course, the kind where you wear clothes!”
She wanted to see how this straightforward, no-nonsense man would respond.
Li Chao chuckled, a sly glint flashing in his eyes.
“If you’re not wearing clothes, how am I supposed to tell what kind of ethnic dance it is? Clearly unprofessional!”
His reply was both witty and humorous, instantly lifting the atmosphere to a subtle climax.
But just then—bang!
The door slammed shut, leaving the woman standing there, disheveled and surprised.
She hadn’t expected this seemingly cynical man to so directly puncture her joke.
Inside the room, Li Chao lay on the bed, smiling contentedly, ready to sleep.
His heart brimmed with pride and satisfaction, as if that moment had been a small victory in this psychological game.
Steel-hearted man!
Just ask yourself—are you afraid?
……
A night passed, and when the morning sun filtered through the curtains into the room, Li Chao slowly awoke.
Stretching lazily, he felt refreshed.
After freshening up, he picked up his phone and called Liu Dan.
The affairs of the Liu family in Huaxi were settled; it was almost time to return to the Li family estate.
Before leaving, he wanted to spend some more time with Liu Dan—a proper farewell.
After all, she had stayed by his side, offering much support and help during this time.
He stepped out of the room, feeling lighthearted as he drove Liu Lele’s Mercedes toward the school.
This luxurious car had become his temporary ride, and with the Liu family’s numerous vehicles, they hardly cared about this one.
Not long after, Li Chao arrived at the school gates.
The campus was bustling on a weekend, the front crowded with various vehicles—many high-end cars valued over half a million, a few even worth millions, catching the eye.
Li Chao glanced around and shook his head slightly.
He had heard rumors of some wealthy men on the outside supporting schoolgirls, initially thinking them just gossip, but the scene before him forced him to believe it.
However, these matters were none of his concern; he was merely here to have lunch with Liu Dan.
After circling nearby, Li Chao finally found a vacant parking spot and carefully parked.
He flipped through his phone, patiently waiting for Liu Dan to appear.
But just minutes after parking, he suddenly heard someone tapping on his car window.
As he opened the door and stepped out, he saw a fierce-looking man standing before his car.
The man appeared around thirty, about six feet tall, muscular and well-built, evidently a regular at working out, radiating an imposing presence.
“Who the hell told you to park here?” the man snarled, pointing.
“Don’t you know this is my reserved spot? Move your car and get lost!”
Li Chao frowned deeply, replying coldly, “Reserved? This is a public parking spot!”
Honestly, he didn’t mind where he parked, and since Liu Dan would come out soon, he might have just driven off if the man had spoken civilly.
But such arrogance ruffled Li Chao’s temper.
Hearing Li Chao’s rebuttal, the man’s face darkened further.
Cracking his knuckles with a snap, he sneered, “Who around here doesn’t know my name? I’m Zheng Shao. If I say this spot’s mine, then it’s mine!”
A crowd quickly gathered around.
But when they saw Zheng Shao, everyone shook their heads.
This guy, backed by his family’s wealth and some fighting skills, had stirred up trouble nearby more than once.
People usually avoided him.
And now this young man was trying to reason with him? Asking for trouble.
Seeing Li Chao stand his ground, Zheng Shao’s anger flared.
He slammed his fist heavily onto the hood of Li Chao’s Mercedes, threatening, “Enough talk! Get lost now, or I’ll wreck you and your car!”
The punch was so forceful the hood trembled slightly.
The onlookers sighed in disbelief, astonished by Zheng Shao’s brazenness to cause a scene at the school gate.
Li Chao sighed lightly; those watching thought he might give in.
After all, Zheng Shao looked far more aggressive, and if a fight broke out, Li Chao might not stand a chance.
Yet, in the next moment, Li Chao’s eyes suddenly turned icy cold.
His hand shot out like lightning, gripping Zheng Shao’s neck.
Though Zheng Shao was tall, strong, and trained in boxing, he now seemed caught in iron pincers, struggling in vain.
With a sharp shove, Li Chao flung Zheng Shao six or seven meters away, as casually as tossing garbage.
The crowd gaped in shock, speechless.
Zheng Shao rose, eyes bloodshot with fury.
“Bastard! I’m going to kill you!”
He grabbed a wooden stick from the ground and charged at Li Chao again.
Joking aside, he was always the one bullying others; never had he been bullied himself.
He had to make this right, or he’d lose face forever.
Zheng Shao strode up to Li Chao, swinging the stick overhead.
The crowd gasped, fearing the blow would cause serious injury.
But Li Chao’s expression remained calm, eyes filled with disdain.
Is this all you’ve got, daring to act tough in front of me? You must be out of your mind.
Li Chao stood his ground and punched out.
Crack!
The stick snapped instantly under his fist.
He caught the half-broken stick before it hit the ground and slammed it directly into Zheng Shao’s face.
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