197: crushed to death

Facing the threat, Shen Qian didn't panic at all and stomped hard on the man's chest once more.

Then, he approached him step by step.

"Heh, kid, if you dare touch me..."

Slap!

A crisp slapping sound echoed by the riverside.

Slap!

Slap, slap, slap!

After a series of slaps, Shen Qian delivered whip kicks to the man's thighs and calves before grabbing him by the hair.

"You! What are you doing!"

Shen Qian ignored him, grabbed the man's hair with one hand, and dragged him directly to the riverside. Then, glug, glug, glug.

"Huff, huff, huff!"

Glug, glug, glug.

Cough, cough, cough, cough!!!

Glug, glug.

Wei Meng, who had completely suppressed the other two, didn't just stand by and watch; he stepped forward.

"Sir, let me do it. Don't dirty your hands."

"No need. I'll handle this guy personally!"

Wei Meng nodded and said no more. Although Shen Qian had previously shown the air of a superior, his words and actions had been as gentle as a spring breeze. It was only now that Wei Meng understood what it meant to have the face of a Bodhisattva when kind and the gaze of a Vajra when angry.

In his heart, his respect for this young man grew even more.

"Cough, cough, cough, cough, cough!"

After a few times, the man who had been acting exceptionally calm just moments ago was now crawling on the ground, coughing in pain. Shen Qian stood there quietly until the man regained a bit of strength, then dragged him to an open space like a dead dog.

"I won't do it again, I was wrong, please let me go."

"Don't be in a hurry. Since you dared to threaten my parents, I'll make sure to leave a lasting impression on you."

"But before that, let's talk about what needs to be discussed."

"Someone with the ability to investigate me, who knows Feng Qinmian, and even resorts to violence... the only person connected to both me and Feng Qinmian is Bai Xiu."

"Let me guess, you were sent by that fellow Lu Chengbang."

"No, no, no. How could such a high-ranking official deal with a small-time thug like you directly?"

"Then someone lower down the ladder—his secretary, or even lower, his driver."

The man was shocked. Who exactly was this boy? Not only was he ruthless, but he could also guess the person behind him in an instant.

"I don't know what you're talking about. I don't understand."

"It doesn't matter."

Shen Qian stepped on his chest and dialed Bai Xiu's number.

"Hello!"

Bai Xiu was quite happy that Shen Qian called. Although this man only called her when he wanted her to do something, she no longer minded doing things for him. But today, the coldness in Shen Qian's single word made her heart skip a beat.

"Did... did that old geezer send someone to find you?"

Bai Xiu immediately thought of this terrible possibility.

"Yeah, but I've dealt with them."

"You're not hurt, are you!"

"No. Help me pass a message to that damn father of yours. I'm not as shallow as his investigation suggests. If he wants a dialogue, he should at least send someone who can truly represent him, not just any random cat or dog."

"Also, this 'cat or dog' he sent this time dared to threaten my family. I expect your father to show some sincerity in his apology. Otherwise, if he dares to cause trouble for me, I won't mind causing some trouble for him too."

Bai Xiu fell silent for a moment, her heart filled with a mix of emotions. It really was that man!

At this moment, her hatred for that man grew even more. But that wasn't the most important thing right now. She took a deep breath.

"I'll pass it on. I'm sorry, I..."

"No need for unnecessary words."

With that, Shen Qian hung up and dialed another number.

"Principal! I've been attacked!"

...The law enforcement officers arrived very quickly, almost at the same time as the principal.

"Nephew, this is Director Han."

"Hello, Uncle Han."

"I don't deserve such a title, I don't deserve it." Deputy Director Han waved his hands repeatedly. On the way there, he had heard about the matter from Principal Fu. Principal Fu had emphasized the background of this young man, and hearing it had made Han break into a cold sweat. He was a deputy director of a bureau in Shanghai; to others, that was a significant position.

But compared to this young man, it seemed far too insignificant. It was likely that even the Director himself couldn't just casually strike up a relationship with this youngster.

Deputy Director Han glanced at Principal Fu.

"Old Fu is really a good friend. I'll have to thank him properly later."

"Nephew Shen, rest assured, we will never tolerate such criminal forces!"

"Uncle Han, then I'll thank you now. When we have time another day, let's have a meal together."

Shen Qian exchanged a few pleasantries with the two of them, then looked at Wei Meng.

"Wei Meng, you accompany Uncle Han and cooperate with the investigation. Make sure to tell them everything you know without holding anything back."

"Yes, Mr. Shen."

"Uncles, I wonder if it's convenient for us to have a private chat?"

"It's convenient, of course it's convenient."

The three of them went to the side, and Shen Qian revealed the person behind the man.

Principal Fu sighed repeatedly.

"Sigh, what on earth is Old Lu doing!"

"Uncle Fu, it might not necessarily be an issue on Uncle Lu's end. Sometimes, when an elder like him is at the top and says something or wants subordinates to do something, the message inevitably gets distorted."

"Besides, I didn't get hurt. I'm telling you this mainly so Uncle Han can be careful. It would be best to keep these people's mouths shut tight to avoid bringing trouble to Uncle Han."

"Look, Old Han, look at this. Who says young people these days are no good? This young man is simply fantastic!"

"Hahaha... Shen Qian, I'll take the liberty of calling myself your uncle. This reminder of yours has truly been a huge help to me."

Shen Qian smiled.

"As long as it helps. It's just that these guys threatened me with my parents, which really made me feel quite scared!"

Since he said that, the two old foxes naturally understood what he meant. They glanced at each other and patted Shen Qian's shoulder.

"Don't worry, just rest assured!"

After chatting with the two, Shen Qian pulled along Feng Qinmian, who was already scared out of her wits.

Reasonably speaking, as the victim, Feng Qinmian should have gone along to give a statement. But reason is something defined by the strong. Since she couldn't give a statement now, she could just make it up later.

"I'll take you to the hospital first to tend to your wounds."

Shen Qian looked at the girl in the passenger seat. She had suffered an undeserved calamity. She was originally just Bai Xiu's tool, and after finally gaining her freedom, she was caught and beaten.

But what could she do?

She had nothing but a pretty face. But to some people, a beautiful woman was nothing more than a toy.

"Shen Qian, can you... take me?"

Feng Qinmian sobbed as she spoke these words.

"Go to the hospital to recover first. I'll handle things with the school for you. As for anything else, we'll talk later."