Chapter 50

Chapter 51: Reclaiming the Family Estate

Ding San's smile remained as he kept Ding Lingling silent and listening: "But if we rush in and make a big fuss now, not only will Ziyang look down on us for lacking class, but it will also make her pity Zhao Heng even more. Our pressure will only push them closer together, so we mustn't do anything foolish."

"Brother, you make a lot of sense."

Ding Lingling looked at her brother with admiration, feeling that he already had a bit of their father's demeanor and would surely achieve great things in the future. But thinking of Zhao Heng, she frowned and said, "But Ziyang is my future sister-in-law, and I absolutely don't want her to be taken advantage of by anyone, let alone such a despicable poor guy!"

At this, a hint of cruelty crossed her face. "If it comes to it, I'll have Tu Honggang and a few others take care of him on the way. Although he seems to have some fighting skills, I don't believe he can take on five. Once he gets a good beating, he'll know that some things are not for a country bumpkin like him to touch."

Ding San waved his hand. "No! That's a last resort!"

"Buy some fruit, put on a smile, and go see her."

Ding San naturally didn't want Zhao Heng to have too much of an advantage. Now, making him wear a green hat was already the limit, so he quickly offered a solution to his sister: "Remember, you must be gentle and polite. The more Zhao Heng is in the apartment, the more polite you must be. Only then will you not give Zhao Heng more opportunities, and I will go to the Du family."

"I will tell Aunt Du that Ziyang has a new friend."

Ding Lingling was taken aback, then smiled. "Brother, you're sly."

At this moment, Zhao Heng had already dropped Du Ziyang off at the apartment entrance, 303. Standing in front of the specially designed security door, Zhao Heng gently set Du Ziyang down. As his hand moved from her smooth thigh, both of them felt a slight tremor. Then, one didn't have the intention to go in, and the other didn't invite him in.

"I'm going back."

Zhao Heng smiled. "The remaining few steps, you should be fine."

"Okay."

Du Ziyang smiled lightly and nodded, her hands crossed in front of her, holding a very cute key. There was no lingering gaze or touching conversation, just a farewell and a response. Zhao Heng turned and gave Du Ziyang a seemingly casual back view.

Du Ziyang looked at Zhao Heng's broad back, noticing the wet patch that appeared when he turned, clearly left by sweat. The early autumn morning was already quite hot. Du Ziyang bit her lip, mustered her courage, but ultimately didn't say anything. The nerve she had just now seemed to have vanished.

Watching Zhao Heng disappear into the elevator, Du Ziyang turned with a sense of loss, closed the door, opened the window, and sat on the sofa. All she could see was Zhao Heng's sweat-soaked clothes, that not-so-imposing but comforting haven. It wasn't love, but Du Ziyang knew she had a strong liking for Zhao Heng.

Zhao Heng went straight back to the dormitory from the apartment. Despite the aftereffects of carrying Du Ziyang, he completely ignored the gossip from others. When he entered the dormitory, he expected Qiao Yuncai and the others to tease him, but instead, he saw the fat guy looking solemn at the computer screen. Turning his head and seeing Zhao Heng, he called out, "Boss, you're a celebrity now."

Zhao Heng frowned and approached. On the Huada University forum, a post titled "A Toad Lusting After a Swan?" was being pushed to the top. It featured a blurry side photo of him carrying Du Ziyang, with extremely harsh and contemptuous content. It mocked Zhao Heng, a poor and penniless guy, for trying to get close to a rich and beautiful girl, and then using her to become a successful man.

The post also cited the example of Zhao Siqing being 'fooled' and distorted the facts, accusing Zhao Heng of wanting to escape poverty through a rich girl. It ended with a challenge, mocking Zhao Heng to stay away from Du Ziyang and prove himself with actions, and the poster offered 100,000 yuan if he lost.

"The person who posted this must be one of Ding San's gang."

Song Qingguan said, "Who else would dare post such a thing?" He then added, "But this post will greatly damage your reputation, Brother Heng. Students who don't know the truth will think you have evil intentions. In two days, you'll be the subject of gossip on campus."

Qiao Fatso, munching on a bun, chimed in, "That's right. And with the 100,000 yuan reward, they want people to keep an eye on you and Du Ziyang. As long as you and Du Ziyang don't walk together, the poster loses, and the busybodies get the 100,000 yuan. This is a really nasty move."

"100,000 yuan can mobilize the masses against you."

"Let them rant. Qingguan, take down the post."

Zhao Heng didn't engage in the post to defend his relationship with Du Ziyang, seeing it as a waste of words. Instead, he took direct action to remove the post. Song Qingguan immediately took over the computer and, in no time, the post was completely messed up, and all the links were rendered useless.

When Zhao Heng came out after a shower, Qiao Fatso, who was playing with another computer, suddenly paused and pointed at the flashing news on the screen. "Qingguan, Song Shijie has become the legal advisor of the Song Group and claims to have found the hacker who attacked the network, a freshman from a certain college at Huada University."

"Song Shijie also said that once he gathers enough evidence, he will sue the court."

Song Qingguan's face changed dramatically as he looked at Zhao Heng, who was walking over. "Boss, I'm sorry. I shouldn't have blurted out everything to Song Shijie that night. If I hadn't, he wouldn't be targeting us now. But don't worry, if the police come, I'll take full responsibility."

"Don't be ridiculous."

Zhao Heng patted his shoulder and said calmly, "We're sworn brothers. There's no need to talk about taking responsibility alone. Besides, you only told Song Shijie verbally. Without concrete evidence, he can't do anything to us. Even if he gets the evidence, he won't sue immediately."

"He'll use it as a bargaining chip to force you to sign the agreement."

Zhao Heng, seeing through Song Shijie's tactics, said with a hint of mockery, "And I've crippled over a hundred members of the Qing Gang. Song Shijie won't dare play any more tricks. His public statement is purely to scare and lure us. Once we see through it, there's nothing to fear. So, Qingguan, don't panic."

Qiao Yuncai nodded. "That's right. Song Shijie wants to make you panic and feel guilty, so you'll fall into his trap, just like how the police intimidate criminals... We already have the evidence... They don't have anything, or they wouldn't be talking nonsense."

Song Qingguan exhaled. "Understood."

"Relying on Uncle Qingguan's help is completely out of the question and has become a hindrance."

As Zhao Heng dried his hair, he added, "Song Shijie is now on Zhang Ningyan's side. Our opponent is extremely powerful, and we are just three powerless individuals. We've survived this long only because of Huada University's protection and good fortune, but this is not a long-term solution."

With a gloomy expression, Song Qingguan added, "We have two options now. The first is for Qingguan to give up the estate, and we apologize to the Qing Gang to gain their forgiveness. The second is for all three of us to run away from Huada, the farther the better, so we might have a chance to survive."

"Boss, the Qing Gang has already lost over a hundred members to you."

Qiao Yuncai shook his head, rejecting Zhao Heng's first suggestion. "Whether Qingguan gives up the estate or not, the Qing Gang will never let us go. It's just a matter of how much torture we'll endure before we die. So your first option is not feasible. Besides, the estate is the result of Song Father's hard work and shouldn't be given away for free."

The fat guy was always reluctant to part with money, except when it came to eating and drinking.

Song Qingguan hesitated for a moment, then said firmly, "If giving up the estate can resolve everything, I'll sign the contracts immediately. I had already given up on the estate when my father kicked me out. Using the estate to ensure everyone's safety is a fair deal for me."

"But if it doesn't work, I won't let Zhang Ningyan have it cheaply."

Qiao Fatso punched Song Qingguan and said with a laugh, "Qingguan, can you not be so touching? Twenty billion for three lives is too generous!" He then looked at Zhao Heng, who was deep in thought, and added, "Boss, the second option isn't feasible either. The Qing Gang will have people watching us. Where can we run?"

"Even if we could run, living on the run is always a last resort."

"Then, let's do everything we can to help Qingguan reclaim the estate!"

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