Chapter 49

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In front of the golden and magnificent gate stood two people. The one on the left wore a very short skirt, a halter top, and her hair was casually tied up at the back of her head. She wore a pair of crystal sandals that made her white legs appear even longer, exuding a mature charm.

She had a naturally good appearance, with watery, almond-shaped eyes, a heart-shaped face, and delicate features that revealed a restrained heroism. Her eyes, when blinking, gave a pitiful impression.

She was Yang Xiaocui!

After being polished by society, the current Yang Xiaocui was less naive and more mature and alluring compared to her past self.

"Lu Ming, stop being slick with me. We know each other well. Do you think I won't expose your deeds right now?" Yang Xiaocui said with disgust.

Standing beside Yang Xiaocui was a man with a sleazy demeanor. He wore large beach shorts, a red T-shirt, and had a vivid snake tattoo on his arm. His hair was slicked back, and his eyes often roamed over Yang Xiaocui's deep cleavage, giving a greedy and lustful impression.

Being stared at by him felt like being locked onto by a pervert, which was very uncomfortable.

"Hehe, my deeds are nothing. But what about you? What do you think about what I told you? I'm only helping you because we are old classmates. If you don't agree, don't blame me for being harsh. At that time, do you really think your wimp of a husband can help you?" Lu Ming said with a wicked smile.

Like Yang Xiaocui, Lu Ming was also Su Mu's high school classmate. However, he was arrogant and tyrannical in class because his father was the captain of the Xingtang County Traffic Police. After graduating from high school, he didn't go to college and now worked at the county's Industry and Commerce Bureau through his father's connections.

Speaking of Lu Ming, he was a complete scoundrel, greedy for money and women. In high school, he had once harmed a girl, and if it weren't for his father, Lu Yining, stepping in, he would have been in jail long ago. After starting work, Lu Ming didn't improve; instead, he became even worse.

Now, Lu Ming had his eyes on Yang Xiaocui. Looking at this ripe peach, he wanted to pick and ravage it personally.

"Lu Ming, don't push your luck. I will never agree to your proposal." Yang Xiaocui said firmly. "And I have something to do now. Please leave; you're not welcome here!"

"Something to do?" Lu Ming followed Yang Xiaocui's gaze and saw a bright light. Wasn't that Luo Lin, the school beauty of Xingtang No.1 High School? Even after transferring to Qinglin No.1 High School, she was still the undisputed school beauty.

Why is Luo Lin here?

Wait, I seem to see a few old classmates inside the Golden Splendor. Could they be having a class reunion? Hehe, this will be interesting.

Lu Ming's eyes flickered, and a wicked plan formed in his mind. After making up his mind, he said with a smile, "Yang Xiaocui, you're being too unfair. Since it's a class reunion, I should be included, right? How can I be left out? What do you think, Luo Lin? We are classmates, after all."

"Luo Lin!" Yang Xiaocui walked forward, holding Luo Lin's wrist, and smiled at Su Mu. "I wondered who it was. Isn't this the great talent of Xingtang No.1 High School? No wonder Luo Lin insisted on having a distinguished guest. I didn't expect it to be you. Su Mu, do you remember me?"

"Of course, who doesn't know Sister Xiaocui? How could I forget?" Su Mu smiled.

"Ha ha!"

Back in high school, Su Mu used to call Yang Xiaocui 'Sister Xiaocui.' Hearing this long-forgotten nickname, she laughed like a blooming flower.

"Let's go, have a few more drinks later."

"Yang Xiaocui, what do you mean? Luo Lin, don't you see me? And you, Su Mu, where are you now? I bet you're doing well, Mr. Great Talent!" Lu Ming, feeling ignored, burst into anger and began to mock them.

"I..."

"Lu Ming, what? Do you want to get beaten again?" Su Mu stopped the angry Luo Lin, casually glancing at Lu Ming without any regard.

"You..."

Back in high school, Lu Ming had challenged Su Mu and brought people to ambush him after school, but ended up being beaten to the ground. This was a lifelong humiliation, and thinking about it now made him even angrier.

"Su Mu, after so many years, you're still so arrogant. But do you think I'm still the same Lu Ming? Hmph, do you believe I can crush you with just a finger?" Lu Ming said arrogantly.

"Is that so? Then do it!" Su Mu continued to ignore him. "Sister Xiaocui, if no one else is coming, let's go inside. We don't want these flies to ruin our mood."

"None, just waiting for you and Luo Lin. Let's go!" Yang Xiaocui swayed her sexy waist, pulling Luo Lin into the Golden Splendor.

A humiliating insult!

A harsh slap in the face!

Lu Ming hadn't been ignored and humiliated like this in a long time. He didn't dare to touch Luo Lin because he knew she was Liang Tian's target. But dealing with Yang Xiaocui was no problem. His eyes flickered with a cold light.

Since you don't take me seriously, I'll ruin your class reunion. A bunch of ants at the bottom of society, just wait for me to deal with you. I'll show you that in Xingtang County, you shouldn't talk big without any power!

Su Mu, wait for me!

Yang Xiaocui, I'll cause you trouble right now!

"Brother Niu, are you busy now? If not, do me a favor and bring some people to the Golden Splendor. Yes, you know what to do..."

The Golden Splendor was an entertainment center. Although not the largest in Xingtang County, it was still one of the top five in the entertainment industry.

If not for geographical limitations, it could have been even better. However, due to its background, it had no chance to develop further. But precisely because of this, it was a quiet and reliable place for discussions.

"This place is well-decorated, costing a lot. It seems the owner is a good businessman, a real talent!" Su Mu admired the decorations as they walked.

Even in Qinglin City, the Golden Splendor would be considered a good entertainment center.

"Ha ha!"

Hearing Su Mu's words, Yang Xiaocui giggled, her full chest bouncing like two playful bunnies, attracting men's gazes.

"Do you really think so?"

"Of course!" Su Mu said. "What, Sister Xiaocui, don't you agree? Otherwise, why would you choose this place for the reunion?"

"Su Mu, if Xiaocui didn't choose this place, where else would she choose? Wouldn't that benefit others?" Luo Lin interjected with a smile. "The owner of the Golden Splendor is Xiaocui. This is her place!"

"Really? You're the owner of this entertainment center?" Su Mu was genuinely surprised.

"Why not?" Yang Xiaocui smiled seductively.

"Of course, you can." Su Mu smiled and asked, "Sister Xiaocui, I saw Lu Ming trying to pull you around earlier. Is there any trouble?"

"We are classmates, don't you know what kind of person Lu Ming is? He's a scoundrel, relying on his father being the captain of the county traffic police, causing all sorts of trouble. He has no real job but hangs around in the county's Industry and Commerce Bureau, even with a permanent position.

Not only that, he's a black-hearted guy. He's eyeing my entertainment business, wanting to monopolize the tobacco and alcohol supply, preventing me from buying from other places. Logically, I have to buy anyway, so why not buy from him? But the stuff he sells is mostly fake, and the prices are high. If I buy from him, how can I run this place? I might as well close it down!"

Yang Xiaocui's originally happy face turned angry, "He's a scoundrel, greedy and lustful, and even wants to take advantage of me. Dream on. If he dares to mess with me again, I'll ruin him. Do you think I opened this place for nothing?"

Hearing Yang Xiaocui's words, Su Mu's brows furrowed. He didn't expect Lu Ming to become like this after graduation. From their past interactions, Su Mu knew Lu Ming was not a magnanimous person but a petty and vengeful one.

Since Lu Ming had his eyes on the Golden Splendor, he wouldn't let go easily. But if he were allowed to do so, Su Mu wouldn't stand by and watch Yang Xiaocui suffer, not only because they were good friends but also because he knew Lu Ming would seek revenge.

"Su Mu, we are classmates, can you help Xiaocui?" Luo Lin whispered. She and Yang Xiaocui were best friends in Xingtang County, and she knew about these matters, so she spoke up.

"Su Mu, can you help me?" Yang Xiaocui's eyes lit up. When she first met Su Mu, she sensed that he was doing well, and the aura he exuded was genuine.

"What do you do now?"

"Nothing much, just a small civil servant. Don't worry, if Lu Ming doesn't come, it's fine. If he causes trouble, I won't stand by and do nothing." Su Mu smiled, reassuring Yang Xiaocui.

"Great, I knew our great talent Su Mu would have a solution. Alright, I'll drink more with you tonight." Yang Xiaocui said, linking her arm with Su Mu's, her full chest pressing against him, making Su Mu's face turn red.

"Xiaocui, which room?" For some reason, seeing this scene, Luo Lin felt a twinge of jealousy. She walked forward, pulling Yang Xiaocui's hand to separate her from Su Mu.

"Is this the room?"

"Ha ha, yes, this is it!" Yang Xiaocui giggled, her seductive gaze flickering between Luo Lin and Su Mu, making them both feel embarrassed. Especially Luo Lin, who seemed like her secret was exposed, glared at Yang Xiaocui and pinched her hard.

Su Mu noticed their small actions but didn't say much. When they entered the room, there were indeed about a dozen people, both men and women, all former classmates from Xingtang No.1 High School. Unlike Luo Lin, Su Mu had been in touch with them from the beginning, and despite a few years of no contact, they quickly warmed up to each other.

Through chatting with them, Su Mu quickly learned what they were doing now. Those invited by Yang Xiaocui were not doing poorly.

Don't doubt it; this is reality. Class reunions are different from school days. After being polished by society, if you are unemployed or farming at home, you are unlikely to be invited, and even if you receive an invitation, you might not come.

This is not to look down on farming but a common social mindset. People are judged by their success, determining whether they are worth associating with.

Like now!

Some of Su Mu's classmates ran small businesses in the county, not rich but comfortable. Some were long-distance truck drivers, hardworking but well-paid. Some worked in government, with stable jobs. Some had married well and were full-time housewives...

Regardless of their paths, they formed a small circle in the county, connected by their classmate relationships.

During the gathering, someone asked for Su Mu's contact information and current job. He generously gave his phone number but kept his job a secret. Not that he didn't want to say, but he feared it would be seen as showing off. Besides, Su Mu believed that a class reunion should be just that, without mixing in other matters.

"Tell me, Luo Lin, what are you thinking?" In a corner of the room, Yang Xiaocui whispered to Luo Lin, hugging her shoulder.

"What do you mean?"

"Stop pretending! You know what this class reunion is about. I've never seen you take the initiative to organize it. I only understood when I saw Su Mu. But I remember there were rumors in high school that Su Mu liked you, but you transferred. You've never told me the truth. Now, spill it. Is there any inside story?" Yang Xiaocui asked curiously, her face full of interest.

"I really want to know what happened back then that changed Su Mu so much. He was generally fine before, but after you transferred, he buried himself in studies and didn't participate in any class activities. And Lu Ming, he only started causing trouble for Su Mu after you left."

"Back then..."

Luo Lin held her wine glass, her eyes showing a painful struggle. Just as she was about to say something to Yang Xiaocui, the door suddenly opened, and a loud, arrogant voice echoed in the room.