Chapter 80

Holding Su Mu, Ye Xi's heart had yet to calm down. She wasn't afraid, but the thought of how Su Mu had stood up for her just now made her feel inexplicably excited.

"Su Mu, if I'm not mistaken, that big boy should still be a college student, right? Is it really okay to let him stay? What if something happens? Should we call the police?" Ye Xi asked, somewhat worried.

"You don't know who he is yet. Once you do, I think you won't think that way anymore," Su Mu said with a smile.

"Who is he? Is he famous? Why don't I know?" Ye Xi tilted her head and asked.

"He's called Du Pinshang. You might not know him, but you should have heard of his father. His father is the owner of the Dihao Club not far from the school gate, Du Zhan," Su Mu said.

"Du Zhan, it's him!" Ye Xi exclaimed in surprise.

Speaking of Du Zhan, he was a legendary figure in Shengjing City. No one knew how he had started, but he had risen to prominence. Some said Du Zhan had a criminal background and was the uncrowned king of Shengjing's underworld. It was said that if he stomped his foot, the entire underworld of Shengjing would tremble.

However, no one could find evidence of Du Zhan's criminal activities, or perhaps even if someone could, no one dared to investigate. In such a situation, Du Zhan earned a very intimidating nickname: Du Yanwang. There was a famous saying in Shengjing: "Better to eat prison food than to provoke Yanwang."

This showed how powerful Du Zhan was in Shengjing!

Even if that rat was very strong, would he dare to challenge Du Zhan's son, Du Pinshang? While no one outside knew if Du Zhan was involved in the underworld, those who were truly in the underworld, would they not know? If they didn't, they wouldn't be in the underworld for long; they'd be better off leaving.

"Remember who he is now?" Su Mu smiled.

"Su Mu, don't you find it strange? Why did those people come to cause trouble?" Ye Xi tilted her head and asked. She knew that with Du Pinshang's involvement, those people would be worse off than if they were caught by the police. She didn't feel much sympathy for those scoundrels.

"Of course, someone is behind it. Otherwise, they wouldn't have come to cause trouble. As for who, don't worry, we'll find out soon!" Su Mu smiled.

"How do you know Du Pinshang? He seems to admire you a lot. Are you his teacher? Why does he call you teacher?" Ye Xi asked.

"That's a long story. I'll tell you another day. Just know that I used to be his private tutor," Su Mu smiled.

Ding ling ling...

At that moment, the phone rang quietly. After Su Mu answered, Du Pinshang said very seriously, "Teacher, I think you're really in trouble this time."

"Who did it?" Su Mu asked calmly.

"Sun Bin!" Du Pinshang paused and said, "Sun Bin's father is the Deputy Governor of Jiangnan Province, Sun Mubai."

"Got it," Su Mu said indifferently.

"Teacher, where are you now? Do you want me to come over? We can have a drink together," Du Pinshang said, putting away his serious tone and laughing.

Su Mu, who was about to refuse, suddenly had an idea and said, "Wait for my text."

Standing beside him, Ye Xi faintly heard the name Sun Bin. Looking at Su Mu, who had just hung up, she bit her lip, "Su Mu, there's something I want to tell you."

"Ye Xi, if you don't want to say it, you don't have to. I don't want to force you to do anything," Su Mu smiled.

"No, no, I'm not being forced. I really want to tell you," Ye Xi said urgently.

"Alright, go ahead," Su Mu smiled.

"Actually, my identity isn't that simple. You met my father last time. He is Ye Anbang, a member of the Standing Committee of the Jiangnan Provincial Party Committee and the Provincial Organization Minister," Ye Xi said.

To Ye Xi's surprise, Su Mu didn't show any shock at all. Instead, he remained even calmer than usual.

"What? You're not surprised at all?" Ye Xi asked, puzzled.

"Why should I be surprised?" Su Mu smiled. "To be honest, when you said your father is the Provincial Organization Minister, I was really shocked. But I want to tell you that I just want to date you and don't want to use you or your father for any connections. I don't want to be the kind of person who gets ahead by relying on you."

"Su Mu, you misunderstood. I didn't doubt you, I..."

"Ye Xi, we've known each other for a while. You know I don't have those intentions. I just want to tell you that I like you as a person, not because of your family's connections. If this becomes an obstacle for us, I'd rather give up the position," Su Mu said.

"Su Mu, I..."

Hearing Su Mu's words, Ye Xi felt a wave of emotion. They had just resolved their misunderstandings, and now Su Mu was acting so passionately, making her heart race even more. Just as she was feeling this way, Su Mu said something that made her even more emotional.

All these events happened in a short time, and Ye Xi couldn't control herself anymore. She suddenly threw herself into Su Mu's arms, lifted her head without thinking, and whispered, "Kiss me!"

Su Mu really didn't expect Ye Xi to be so proactive. But with her in his arms, the scent of her was so alluring, and her face was the one he had been dreaming of. His blood surged, and without hesitation, he leaned down.

Ah...

The moment their lips met, a jolt of electricity seemed to pass through their bodies. This feeling was completely different from when he was with Zhou Ci, making Su Mu feel like his dream was coming true. He greedily savored her soft lips.

Su Mu's hands held Ye Xi in his arms, and he couldn't help but cup her face, kissing her gently and passionately, as if they were inseparable.

At first, Ye Xi was like a person struck by lightning, her eyes wide open. But soon, she was overwhelmed by Su Mu's kisses. Her innermost feelings were stirred, and she couldn't stop. She reached out her hands, tightly hugging Su Mu's neck, and her tongue, which was initially shy, soon became passionate, eagerly exploring.

The two kissed passionately, as if trying to make up for all the lost time.

Fortunately, they were on a secluded street, and not many people were passing by. Otherwise, if someone had seen them and spread the news, Su Mu would have been the headline of tomorrow's news.

After a long time, their lips finally parted. Ye Xi's body was so weak she could barely stand. She breathed heavily and said with a shy smile, "Su Mu, I feel like the happiest woman in the world right now."

"Don't worry, I'll always make you feel that way," Su Mu said.

"I believe you!" Ye Xi nodded. "Su Mu, I almost forgot the important matter. Who sent those thugs? Was it Sun Bin?"

"It was him!" Su Mu smiled. "It seems he knows your identity. Otherwise, he wouldn't have sent those thugs to teach me a lesson. He wants to scare me off."

"Yes, he definitely knows my identity. Do you know? His background isn't simple either. His father is the Deputy Governor of Jiangnan Province, Sun Mubai," Ye Xi said.

"Deputy Governor Sun Mubai!" Su Mu had already heard this name from Du Pinshang, so he wasn't particularly surprised now.

"Yes, him! Sun Mubai is very ambitious and wants to replace the current governor. To achieve this, he's forming alliances in the Standing Committee. Sun Bin's pursuit of me is definitely Sun Mubai's idea. He wants to form an alliance with my father through me. But Sun Mubai is thinking too simply. He really thinks I'll look at Sun Bin differently," Ye Xi said disdainfully.

"Political marriage..." Su Mu smiled faintly. Such tactics weren't rare in Chinese history. But it couldn't be denied that they were effective. If Sun Bin succeeded, given Ye Anbang's character, he might indeed ally with Sun Mubai.

"Don't worry, I don't care who he is. Anyone who dares to take my girlfriend will be dealt with!" Su Mu laughed.

"I knew you'd do that. Mr. Su, what should we do now? I'm still hungry," Ye Xi smiled coyly.

Sun Bin's matter didn't bother Ye Xi much. Your father is the Deputy Governor, that's true, but my father isn't someone to be trifled with. As a Standing Committee member and Organization Minister, he's a heavyweight. If it comes to a showdown, would you dare?

"If you're hungry, let's eat. Come on, find a place, and I'll call Letian. We'll gather and I have some things to tell you," Su Mu said.

"Okay!" Ye Xi smiled. Now, whatever Su Mu said, she wouldn't interfere.

When Li Letian answered the call, he immediately shouted, urging Su Mu to come quickly, saying someone was waiting there and would give him a surprise. Li Letian also repeatedly instructed Ye Xi not to say anything.

After Su Mu confirmed it was okay to bring someone else, he texted Du Pinshang: "Meet at Tang Dynasty Club."

"Alright!" Du Pinshang replied simply and then went silent.

Su Mu took Ye Xi's hand, and the two hailed a taxi. On the way, Ye Xi, who had opened her heart, became a complete little woman, leaning on Su Mu, making people envious. When they got out of the car, the driver shook his head and muttered to himself: "What a beautiful girl, about to be picked. What a pity."

Tang Dynasty Club was a famous restaurant in Shengjing City, known for its imperial-style cuisine. Each dish was meticulously prepared, something only emperors could enjoy in the past. Eating here was a symbol of status.

Compared to Tang Dynasty Club, Yajian Hotel was nothing.

This was the power of Tang Dynasty!

"Brother, I finally see you! If you didn't come, I would have come to Heishan Town myself!" Li Letian laughed, walking up the steps at the entrance.

Su Mu and Li Letian hugged tightly, their brotherly bond evident in the embrace.

"Who is it? So mysterious, and you didn't even let Ye Xi know!" Su Mu smiled.

"Want to know? Let's go inside," Li Letian smiled.

"Let's go!"

When the three of them arrived at the private room, as the wooden door opened, the face that greeted Su Mu made him freeze.

How could it be him?