198: Pressure from power

"I know your identity isn't simple, and I know you definitely don't lack women.

You might even think I'm a bit dirty.

But believe me, before Bai Xiu, no one else has touched me, including that ex-boyfriend."

In the passenger seat, Feng Qinmian was somewhat agitated. Of course she had to be agitated, because just moments ago, she realized something: Bai Xiu had control over her, but also protection.

Now Bai Xiu had let her go.

Today, it was fortunate that the people sent were from Bai Xiu's family, but she had offended not only Bai Xiu but also that ex-boyfriend.

The sudden freedom made her almost forget the look in that middle-aged man's eyes—a look that seemed like he wanted to crush her to death.

She and Bai Xiu had set a trap to trick his son. He couldn't touch Bai Xiu, but that didn't mean he couldn't touch her.

If that man found out she had been abandoned by Bai Xiu...

She would die. She would definitely die!

The fear brought by death is immense. When a person realizes they might die soon, they'll do anything to survive.

"I said, go to the hospital first. We'll talk about the rest later..."

"I can be your mistress. I know you have other women. If you're worried they'll get jealous, I'll be your secret mistress.

I'll disappear when you want me to, I'll do whatever you ask. Please, please, help me. Take me."

Shen Qian pulled the car over to the side of the road, looking at the girl with bruises all over her face and the clothes she was wearing.

If she came from an ordinary family, with her looks, she could easily start a livestream and become a minor internet celebrity, living a decent life.

But now, she was caught in a vicious cycle, completely surrounded by misfortune.

"Be good! Go to the hospital first."

Shen Qian's voice rose slightly, then he added jokingly,

"You can't expect me to do anything while looking at your face like this."

"If you don't want to look at my face, I can..."

"Alright, alright, I said go to the hospital first. Don't test my patience."

Only then did Feng Qinmian realize she was pushing her luck a bit too much. This boy seemed gentle and amiable, but she had seen how he acted earlier—it wasn't ordinary ruthlessness.

At the same time.

"Miss, the sir is in a meeting. If you have something to say, you can tell me."

"Dong, does this have anything to do with you regarding Shen Qian's matter!"

Hearing this, Secretary Dong naturally understood what Bai Xiu was referring to.

"Miss, it was me."

"Hah, you're quite the loyal dog. Tell that man that who I see and what I do are none of his business. If he dares to pull any underhanded tricks again, I'll spread his secrets!

Let him try to kill me if he has the guts."

"Miss, it's my fault. It has nothing to do with the sir."

"Go to hell! Do you think I'm a three-year-old you can fool? I'm telling you, you'd better think about how he's going to protect you.

The people behind Shen Qian are even more powerful than that man!

And for today's incident, you must pay the price."

Those who climb their way up to become secretaries are all shrewd without exception. He instantly understood what Bai Xiu meant. Before the call even ended, his face had turned pale, and his breathing became slightly labored.

"Miss, could you... explain a bit more clearly?"

He might not have even noticed it himself, but at that moment, his throat felt dry.

"Do I need to spell it out? Figure it out yourself! Have that man call me back!"

After hanging up, Secretary Dong dialed another number.

"This is Dong Fan. Did you do what I asked?"

"Don't worry, Director Dong. I sent my most capable subordinate to handle it, and I had him personally supervise to ensure nothing goes wrong."

"You've already done it, right?"

"Naturally. Director Dong's troubles are my troubles. I naturally want to resolve them as quickly as possible."

"Good. Now listen carefully to what I say next. This matter ends with you."

"Director Dong, I don't quite understand what you mean. This..."

"Your son should be about to graduate from university, right? Jobs aren't easy to find these days. He seems quite clever; perhaps he could gain some experience by my side."

"This... Director Dong, I understand."

"Good that you understand."

After making this call, he immediately entered the conference room and whispered a few words into the ear of the man sitting at the head of the table.

"Let's end today's meeting here for now."

The man said calmly, showing no trace of panic in his expression or eyes.

Only after returning to his office and sitting on the sofa did he speak.

"You're saying the boy isn't ordinary, but you haven't been able to find out anything, is that it?"

"In terms of background, there's indeed nothing special, even less than ordinary. This is my failure."

"If you can't find out, it means someone doesn't want him to be found out. That's normal."

The man dialed a number. Secretary Dong left the office, closing the door behind him. He knew he would probably be protected, after all, he had been following this leader for many years. But the main thing was whether Mr. Shen would take issue with it and to what extent.

"Daughter."

On the other end of the phone, Bai Xiu almost grimaced at the address, feeling disgusted. If she didn't have a message to convey, she would have hung up immediately.

"Don't call me that. I'm just informing you: Shen Qian said that if you dare to use tricks against him, even if they haven't been used yet, you still have to pay the price.

And to show sincerity, don't send just any random person to him. It makes you look low, though you weren't exactly high to begin with."

"This Shen Qian, just who is..."

"He's my man. You're my distant uncle. Who do you think I should side with?"

"Daughter, how can you say that to your father? You have my blood flowing in your veins."

"I've delivered the message. Lu Chengbang, I was just thinking about how to get Shen Qian to help me deal with you. I never thought you'd seek your own death, hahahaha."

Bai Xiu laughed, laughing very happily.

"I did it all for you!"

"For me? Hah, save that lie for yourself."

After hanging up, Lu Chengbang took a deep breath, gripping the phone tightly. In the end, he couldn't hold back and threw it aside.

"Bitch!!!"

The door opened. He glanced at Secretary Dong at the entrance, who immediately followed him into the room.

"I can't get away. I'm afraid you'll have to handle this matter.

It's a challenge, but it's also an opportunity. Make the most of it."

Secretary Dong nodded and left the office.

At the hospital, the doctor looked strangely at Shen Qian, then at Feng Qinmian, his brow furrowing involuntarily.

"Can't you talk things out properly? Do you have to resort to violence?"