91: He caused trouble again and confronted Su Mingcheng, standing up for the three female leads.

As soon as the Sweet and Sour Pork Ribs were served at the restaurant table, Xiao Mi couldn't wait to reach out with her little spoon, her eyes sparkling as she stared at the plate: "Mom, the ribs smell so good!" Wu Fei smiled and helped her pick up a piece, carefully removing the bone before putting it into her mouth. Seeing Xiao Mi's reaction, a long-absent smile appeared on the corner of Zhu Li's mouth; the oppression from the previous family meeting seemed to have been diluted quite a bit by this meaty aroma.

Xie Hui placed a rib in Mingyu's bowl, then added soup to Zhu Li's and Wu Fei's bowls: "Try this Corn and Pork Rib Soup, it's quite fresh. You haven't really eaten any staples today, so drink more to line your stomachs." Mingyu lowered her head and took a sip of the soup. The warm liquid slid into her stomach, softening her heart—in all her years growing up, aside from her Master, General Manager Meng, no one had ever looked after her diet so carefully. Her family had never even cared if she was hungry.

"Mr. Xie, thank you so much for today. If it weren't for you, I might not have had the courage to bring up divorce with Mingcheng." Zhu Li put down her spoon, her tone full of gratitude. "Before, I always thought he just had a bad temper. Now I know that he not only lied to me but also did illegal things. I was truly blind."

"Don't say that. Who hasn't misjudged someone when they were young?" Xie Hui handed her a tissue. "It's not too late to see clearly now. Living a good life from now on is better than anything." Wu Fei also nodded in agreement: "That's right, Zhu Li. From now on, let's all stay far away from the Su Family's troublesome affairs and live our own lives well."

Mingyu didn't speak, just silently ate the ribs, but her eyes would occasionally glance toward Xie Hui. During today's family meeting, Xie Hui's composure when presenting evidence, his decisiveness when rebuking Su Mingzhe and Mingcheng, and his current care in serving her food all gave her an indescribable feeling. It was as if, after so many years of grievances, someone finally understood and could shoulder them for her.

Just then, a sudden burst of hurried footsteps came from the restaurant entrance. Mingcheng rushed in with bloodshot eyes, spotting Zhu Li sitting by the window at a glance. He charged over and grabbed her wrist: "Zhu Li! Come back with me! We're not getting a divorce! I know I was wrong. Isn't it enough if I return that five hundred thousand? Don't mess around with this outsider!"

Zhu Li's wrist hurt from his grip, and she tried hard to shake him off: "Su Mingcheng! Let go of me! It's impossible between us now! I will never forgive you for the things you've done in this lifetime!"

Mingcheng gripped even tighter, his eyes full of madness: "Impossible? I spent so much money on you, and you say it's impossible just like that? Don't forget, when you married me, it was my mom who helped you find your job! You want a divorce now—did you hook up with this man a long time ago?" As he spoke, he glared viciously at Xie Hui, his tone full of slander.

Xie Hui's expression turned cold. He put down his chopsticks, stood up, and grabbed Mingcheng's wrist. With a slight twist, Mingcheng let out a pained "Ow!" and released Zhu Li's hand. Xie Hui controlled his strength perfectly, causing Mingcheng pain without injuring his bones or tendons; this was a clever technique he had learned while practicing martial arts in the condor heroes world.

"Su Mingcheng, watch your words and don't slander people randomly." Xie Hui's gaze was icy. "Zhu Li is divorcing you because you lied to her and squandered illegal money; it has nothing to do with anyone else. Also, your mom helped Zhu Li find a job? I remember Zhu Li's current job is one she got herself by passing the Certified Public Accountant exam. What does it have to do with your mother? Stop trying to take credit for things you didn't do."

Mingcheng broke into a cold sweat from the pain, but he remained stubborn: "I... my mom put in a word for her back then! If it weren't for my mom, could she have gotten in? You're an outsider, stay out of our business!"

"Out of your business?" Xie Hui took his mobile phone out of his briefcase and clicked on a previously recorded video. In it was Mingcheng in the alley saying, "That five hundred thousand is secure, no one will check," as well as his insults toward Mingyu. "I have a recording of you admitting to embezzling Company Name funds here, along with the video of you insulting Mingyu. If you keep making a scene here, I'll call the police right now and let them talk to you about 'Shengda Trading Company'."

Hearing his own voice in the video, Mingcheng's face instantly turned pale. He struggled, trying to grab the phone: "Delete that video! It's fake! You forged the evidence!"

"Whether it's forged or not, the police will know once they investigate." Xie Hui took a step back, avoiding his hand. "If you don't want to go to jail, then get lost immediately and stop harrassing Zhu Li. Otherwise, never mind the divorce, you won't even keep your job, and you might even spend a few years inside. The choice is yours."

The surrounding diners were attracted by the commotion and looked over one after another, with some even taking out their phones to take pictures. Seeing the gazes of others, Mingcheng's face burned with shame. Fearing that Xie Hui would actually call the police, he could only grit his teeth and give Zhu Li and Xie Hui a vicious glare: "Just you wait!" After saying that, he clutched his wrist and fled in embarrassment.

Looking at Mingcheng's departing figure, Zhu Li finally breathed a sigh of relief. Her wrist, which had been grabbed painfully, was still red. Xie Hui handed over a bottle of ice-cold mineral water: "Apply this to it; it'll help the swelling." Zhu Li took the water, her fingertips brushing Xie Hui's hand. Her heart felt a wave of heat, and she whispered a "Thank you"—when Xie Hui protected her just now, his gaze was firm and his movements decisive, making her feel unexpectedly secure.

"Don't worry, he won't dare come back to cause trouble." Xie Hui sat back down and put another rib in Xiao Mi's bowl. "Don't be afraid, Xiao Mi, the bad man is gone. Let's keep eating our ribs." Xiao Mi nodded and mumbled while biting a rib, "Uncle is so amazing!"

After finishing the meal, Xie Hui first drove Wu Fei and Xiao Mi home. Upon arriving downstairs at the residential complex, Wu Fei was about to get out when her mobile phone rang; it was Su Mingzhe calling. She glanced at Xie Hui, hesitated for a moment, but still answered the call.

"Wu Fei! Where are you? Are you with that man? Come back right now! Let's have a good talk—can we not get a divorce?" Su Mingzhe's voice carried a hint of pleading, as well as a touch of exasperation.

Wu Fei took a deep breath, her tone calm: "Su Mingzhe, we have nothing to talk about. Divorce is a decision I have already made. If you have any conscience left, come back quickly to handle the paperwork and don't waste each other's time."

"I won't do it!" Su Mingzhe shouted. "If you dare to divorce me, I won't pay child support for Xiao Mi! I'll also tell my dad to go and sue you for being unfilial!"

Hearing Su Mingzhe's words, Xie Hui frowned and took the phone from Wu Fei's hand: "Big Brother Su, what you're saying is wrong. First, paying child support after a divorce is required by law. If you don't pay, Sister Wu can sue you in court. At that time, not only will you have to pay, but you'll also be placed on the dishonest person list. Second, your dad is going to sue Sister Wu for being unfilial? Most of the money your dad has spent over the years was given by Mingyu. You and Mingcheng haven't spent much; if anyone is being sued, it should be the two of you for being unfilial, right? Also, I have your salary records from the US here. You can barely support yourself; how do you have the face to talk about child support?"

Su Mingzhe was rendered speechless on the other end of the phone. Only after a long while did he squeeze out: "Who are you? What right do you have to interfere in our family's business!"

"I am Sister Wu's friend and the person helping her handle the divorce matters." Xie Hui's tone was cold. "If you're smart, you'll come back quickly to handle the paperwork. Don't force us to go through legal procedures. When the court judgment comes down, you'll not only have to pay child support but also split the debts equally. Think about it yourself."

After speaking, Xie Hui hung up the phone and returned it to Wu Fei: "Don't waste your breath on him. He's just a paper tiger. If we really go through legal procedures, he'll definitely chicken out. I've already found a reliable lawyer for you. I'll have the lawyer contact him tomorrow; you don't need to deal with him directly."

Wu Fei took the phone, her heart full of gratitude: "Mr. Xie, I've really troubled you too much, you've even found a lawyer for me..."

"It's nothing, just a small favor." Xie Hui smiled. "Take good care of Xiao Mi. If anything happens, call me anytime; I'll be there whenever you need me."

After dropping off Wu Fei, Xie Hui drove Zhu Li to her residence. On the way, Zhu Li hesitated before asking: "Mr. Xie, that lawyer... will the fees be very high? The money I have on hand right now might not be enough..."

"Don't worry, I've already advanced the lawyer's fees. You can pay me back later when you're able." Xie Hui reached into his inner universe and pulled out a bank card, handing it to her. "There's fifty thousand in here. Take it for now. Renting a place and daily life both require money. Don't be formal with me."

Looking at the bank card in her hand, Zhu Li's eyes suddenly reddened: "Mr. Xie, why are you so good to me? We haven't known each other for very long..."

"Because I think you're a good girl who shouldn't be held back by someone like Su Mingcheng." Xie Hui's tone was sincere. "This money isn't a gift; it's a loan. You can pay me back once your work is stable. The most important thing for you right now is to live well and start over."

Zhu Li gripped the bank card tightly and nodded, her gratitude toward Xie Hui deepening further. In her most difficult time, it was Xie Hui who lent a helping hand, not only helping her escape Su Mingcheng but also solving her financial problems. Such a person made her involuntarily want to rely on him.

Finally, Xie Hui drove Mingyu back to her apartment. Upon reaching the building, before Mingyu got out, Xie Hui took out the small porcelain bottle containing the nine flower jade dew pills from his bag and handed it to her: "Take this. Take one pill every day; it's good for your body. You're usually busy with work, so don't always stay up late. If anything happens at Company Name, or if your dad starts trouble again, remember to call me."

Mingyu took the small porcelain bottle. The cool sensation of the porcelain reached her fingertips, but her heart felt warm. She looked at Xie Hui, hesitated, and then asked: "Mr. Xie, why are you helping us so much? You clearly have no relation to the Su Family..."

Xie Hui smiled, his gaze gentle: "Because I think you all deserve to be treated well. Mingyu, you work so hard, you shouldn't be dragged down by your family of origin; Zhu Li is so kind, she shouldn't be deceived; Sister Wu is so gentle, she shouldn't be let down. I'm helping you just because I want you to be able to live the life you want."

Mingyu looked into Xie Hui's eyes; they were full of sincerity without the slightest bit of calculation. The wall she had built because of her family of origin seemed to quietly crack open a seam at this moment. She nodded and said softly: "Thank you, Mr. Xie."

"No need for thanks." Xie Hui waved his hand. "Go on up and get some rest."

Watching Mingyu enter the apartment building, Xie Hui then drove away. Back at his own place, he took his phone out of his inner universe and saved the video of Mingcheng's scene and the recording of Su Mingzhe's call into an encrypted folder. He then checked the lawyer's information he had found for Zhu Li and Wu Fei one more time. After confirming there were no issues, he breathed a sigh of relief.

He leaned back on the sofa, thinking of the smiles of the three female protagonists today, his heart full of satisfaction. Compared to being a Corporate Slave in Magic City, being PUA'd by the boss and having his shoes stepped on in the subway, helping The female protagonists escape their predicaments and slapping the faces of scumbags now was truly gratifying. He knew this was just the beginning; Mingcheng might cause more trouble later, Su Daqiang wouldn't give up easily, and Su Mingzhe might still pester Wu Fei. But he wasn't afraid. With his skills and resources, he would surely help The female protagonists completely escape the shadow of the Su Family and let them live good lives.

Xie Hui touched his inner universe at his chest, which contained not only gold bars and Medicinal Pills but also the hopes of the three female protagonists. He smiled and planned in his mind: Tomorrow, he'd first accompany Zhu Li to the law firm to sign the contract, then coordinate with Wu Fei's lawyer, and then go to Company Name to check on Mingyu's situation. If Su Daqiang dared to cause trouble, he would give him another lesson.

As the night deepened, Xie Hui finished washing up and lay in bed, but he wasn't sleepy at all, his mind full of the upcoming plans. He knew that the satisfying journey in the all is well world had only just begun, and there were many more exciting things waiting for him.