Chapter 83

After more than an hour of Zhan Yi returning to his cell, the police came and released everyone. As promised, Director Liu accompanied Zhan Yi to school and apologized to him in front of all the teachers and students, even compensating him 10,000 yuan for mental distress.

This left everyone at the school stunned. They couldn't understand how Director Liu had changed so much in just two days, not only apologizing but also treating Zhan Yi with great courtesy.

Zhan Yi became an instant celebrity at school, and many people even speculated that he had connections in high places. When he heard the rumors, Zhan Yi just shook his head and smiled. He wasn't worried about being arrested again because he believed that after this incident, as long as Liu Tieshu didn't lose his position, he wouldn't have any more conflicts with the police. What he was worried about was the Zhao family, knowing they wouldn't let this matter rest.

But that evening, as Zhan Yi was leaving school, Hu Meier stopped him at the school gate. She smiled seductively and said, "Zhan Yi, do you have time?"

Zhan Yi was slightly taken aback. He looked Hu Meier up and down, unable to resist swallowing deeply. She looked exceptionally sexy tonight, with her hair styled in a bun, a light makeup on her sexy face, deep and alluring eyes, a slightly upturned nose, and bright red lips. She wore a school uniform, and her long, smooth legs were visible under her black skirt, exuding a mix of innocence and allure.

After a long look, Zhan Yi said hesitantly, "Do you have something to talk about, Hu Meier?"

"Hmph, nothing, can't I just invite you?" Hu Meier said, clearly displeased.

"Well, that's not it, but you know I just got out today and should go back to be with my girlfriend," Zhan Yi said, looking embarrassed.

"Girlfriend, is your girlfriend the only one in your eyes? In what way am I inferior to her? And from now on, don't call me by my full name; call me Meier, got it?" Hu Meier said, even more dissatisfied.

"Ha ha, Meier, it's not like that. You are very beautiful, but I already have a girlfriend. You wouldn't want me to be a fickle man, would you?" Zhan Yi said, smiling awkwardly.

He really didn't know what to do with Hu Meier. If it were before, he could have firmly rejected her, but after this incident, she had not only helped him but also brought him food and visited him. It wouldn't be reasonable to say he wasn't moved at all.

"Fine, you're right, but I didn't come to compete with your girlfriend. I want to talk to you about the Zhao family. I know you must be worried about this too," Hu Meier said, her tone softening as she saw Zhan Yi's flustered look.

"The Zhao family? Did you find out about their background?" Zhan Yi asked, surprised.

"Stop beating around the bush. Do you want to know or not? If you want to know, take me out for a meal," Hu Meier said smugly, giving Zhan Yi a threatening look.

"Can I not know?" Zhan Yi asked weakly.

"You... you jerk, even if you don't want to know, I'll tell you anyway," Hu Meier, who had been smug, stomped her foot in anger and pulled Zhan Yi away.

Zhan Yi couldn't help but chuckle at Hu Meier's angry face. This girl was really something. He wondered if he should provoke her or not.

But Hu Meier didn't give him much time to think. She quickly hailed a taxi and told the driver the name of a hotel, then pulled Zhan Yi in.

Soon, they arrived at a five-star hotel. Hu Meier seemed familiar with such places, naturally leading Zhan Yi inside and booking a private room. Zhan Yi, having experienced some high-end venues with his subordinates recently, didn't say much.

Once they were seated in the private room, Hu Meier ordered a few dishes and two bottles of red wine. Then she turned to Zhan Yi and said, "How about it? This place is pretty good, right?"

"Not bad, but I'm a bit worried about being alone in a room with you," Zhan Yi said, nodding and joking.

"Hmph... I'm a girl and I'm not afraid, why are you?" Hu Meier said, giving him a glare.

"Because I lack self-control, and you're dressed so provocatively. I feel like we're about to shoot a love scene," Zhan Yi said, scratching his head.

"You... you can't say anything decent. I'm asking you, did you have someone break Zhao Dalong's leg?" Hu Meier's face turned red, and she quickly changed the subject.

"Hehe... you already know, so why ask? I just wanted to warn them not to mess with me so easily," Zhan Yi admitted.

"Actually, you went too far from the start when you dealt with Zhao Guang. You don't know how complicated the Zhao family's influence is," Hu Meier sighed, looking worried.

"You mean Zhao Dalong has a lot of backing? How much?" Zhan Yi asked seriously, knowing Hu Meier wouldn't exaggerate, given her knowledge of his abilities.

"Do you know the third most powerful figure in the central government? He is the Zhao family's patron. Additionally, the Zhao family has significant influence in the underworld, with almost all major criminal organizations in China having ties to them. They also have people in both the financial and political sectors," Hu Meier said, frowning.

"What? Zhao Dalong has such a powerful background?" Zhan Yi was surprised.

While he had suspected that Zhao Dalong had strong backing, he never imagined it would be connected to the central government. Those figures were too far removed from his life, and he knew that at the national level, the power they wielded was beyond his current capabilities to challenge.

"Actually, Zhao Dalong is just a minor branch of the Zhao family and not that scary. What worries me is that he might use other Zhao family resources against you. As a major family, their interests are often intertwined, and Zhao Dalong and his father are devious and cunning, making it easy for them to find help," Hu Meier said, growing more concerned as she spoke. She then detailed some of Zhao Dalong's influence in City N.

Zhan Yi felt a bit anxious after hearing this. Although he hadn't been in a major family, he understood that Hu Meier's concerns were very valid. After some thought, he asked another question, "Do you think the Zhao family has cultivators like us?"

"How could they not? Although I don't know the specifics, I know that if they send their experts after you, you will be in great danger. And the number of cultivators they have is much larger than you can imagine," Hu Meier said firmly.