Before Lin Xiao stood a young, but extremely effeminate-looking man.

When she saw him, Pei Yanzi looked as if she had seen a ghost. Her face turned pale in an instant.

However, although she was afraid, she steeled herself and said, "Zhao Qingzhi, this is my Big Brother Lin. He's not a beggar."

The effeminate man eyed Lin Xiao with utmost vigilance.

"Yanzi, don't be afraid. Is this filthy beggar threatening you?"

"Zhao Qingzhi, I told you, he's my Big Brother Lin!" Pei Yanzi's voice grew louder.

For some reason, hearing Zhao Qingzhi call Lin Xiao a filthy beggar made Pei Yanzi extremely uncomfortable.

Lin Xiao couldn't be bothered with Zhao Qingzhi. He smiled and asked, "Yanzi, is he a friend of yours?"

Pei Yanzi nodded, then immediately shook her head.

Lin Xiao was amused by her action. "So, is he or isn't he?"

"He's not!" Pei Yanzi replied firmly.

To be frank, Pei Yanzi didn't consider Zhao Qingzhi a friend at all. He was more of a suitor, to be precise. She had refused him more than once, making it clear that she had no plans to date during her university years. Besides, even if she were to date, Zhao Qingzhi wasn't her type.

But Zhao Qingzhi completely ignored her, treating her words as idle chatter and continuing to harass her incessantly. What made Pei Yanzi most helpless was that he used his family's status as a first-tier family in Jinling City to his advantage. Not only did he act completely unrestrained at school, but he also prevented other boys from even speaking to her. That was why she was somewhat afraid of him.

Hearing Pei Yanzi's denial, Zhao Qingzhi was instantly annoyed. He didn't take his anger out on her, though. Instead, he shot Lin Xiao a disdainful look. "Whether or not I'm Yanzi's friend is none of your damn business."

Lin Xiao shrugged. "Kid, here's some friendly advice: watch your mouth. Don't think a powerful family makes you the most important person in the world. In the face of true strength, you're nothing!"

Although it was their first meeting, Lin Xiao could tell from the young man's clothes that his family background was impressive.

His advice was well-intentioned, but Zhao Qingzhi just sneered with contempt. "A filthy beggar like you dares to talk to me like that? I think you have a death wish! Let me spell it out for you: I'm the only son of the Zhao Family, a first-tier family in Jinling City. If you keep asking for it, don't blame me for being ruthless!"

Lin Xiao's brow furrowed slightly. He asked in a low voice, "Is Zhao Qingqing your sister?"

"That's right!" Zhao Qingzhi said arrogantly.

"Then I take back what I just said," Lin Xiao remarked indifferently.

Zhao Qingzhi assumed Lin Xiao was scared and looked at him with even greater disdain. "Oh? Chickening out already, you filthy beggar?"

Lin Xiao smiled. "Chickening out? That word isn't in my vocabulary."

"Cut the crap, you filthy beggar. Stop posturing. Scared is scared. Get on your knees, kowtow to me, and I might just let you off the hook."

At these words, a look of displeasure crossed Pei Yanzi's pure, charming face. It's unclear where she found the courage, but her tone became incredibly firm as she said, "Zhao Qingzhi, please apologize to my Big Brother Lin!"

Apologize? Zhao Qingzhi instantly flew into a rage. If anyone else had said that, he would have slapped them silly by now. Asking him to apologize to a beggar? This bastard must have a death wish.

Lin Xiao was also quite surprised by what Pei Yanzi had said. The girl looked so pure and delicate, yet she had the courage to stand up to Zhao Qingzhi.

Zhao Qingzhi was about to retort, but seeing Pei Yanzi's angry expression, he quickly changed his tune with a smile. "Yanzi, I was just kidding, don't be angry. Oh, right! Chu Xiangxue is in Jinling City. I know you're a fan. How about I take you to meet her tonight?"

As one of Jinling City's top playboys, Zhao Qingzhi knew exactly how to court women. The method was simple: cater to their interests, and no girl was unattainable.

Sure enough, Pei Yanzi's charming eyes instantly lit up. She was a huge fan of Chu Xiangxue, loving everything from her music to her film and television roles. One could say Pei Yanzi was a true fan—not the rabid type, but one who admired the celebrity to her very core.

Zhao Qingzhi took in Pei Yanzi's reaction. Pei Yanzi, he thought smugly, I refuse to believe I can't win you over.

Lin Xiao also noticed Pei Yanzi's reaction and smiled. "Yanzi, you're a fan of Chu Xiangxue?"

Pei Yanzi nodded with a slight blush. "Mhm, I like her a lot."

"In that case, come to the bar where I work after your classes this afternoon. I can introduce you to her."

Pei Yanzi was overjoyed, not expecting that Lin Xiao actually knew Chu Xiangxue.

Zhao Qingzhi burst out laughing. "You filthy beggar, that's the funniest thing I've ever heard! A piece of trash like you claims to know Chu Xiangxue? Who the hell do you think you are? What gives you the right to know someone like her?!"

Lin Xiao was about to reply, but Pei Yanzi spoke first. "Big Brother Lin, you should head back to work. I'll come find you after my classes are done this afternoon!"

Pei Yanzi unconditionally believed every word Lin Xiao said. She wasn't sure why. Perhaps it was because Lin Xiao had saved her life, or perhaps for some other reason entirely. In any case, she believed everything he said.

"Alright, see you tonight," Lin Xiao said with a smile.

Pei Yanzi nodded obediently.

Zhao Qingzhi wanted to continue humiliating Lin Xiao, but on second thought, he decided it would be better to just follow Pei Yanzi to the bar after school. After all, Bai Shaofeng had already arranged a meeting with Chu Xiangxue for that evening, and she had agreed. This beggar was clearly full of shit. Zhao Qingzhi decided not to expose him just yet. If that beggar couldn't get Chu Xiangxue to come, wouldn't he be thoroughly humiliated?

At this thought, Zhao Qingzhi sneered. "You filthy beggar, don't say I didn't warn you. Don't come crying when you're made to eat your words tonight."

"The one crying might just be you," Lin Xiao said with a grin.

Zhao Qingzhi was about to retort, but he saw that Pei Yanzi had already entered the school, so he shouted after her, "Yanzi, wait for me!"

Lin Xiao got into the car and gave the driver his destination. He was just about to call Chu Xiangxue and ask her to come to the bar that night when his phone rang. It was a call from Su Qingning.

Upon seeing her name on the screen, a bad feeling suddenly surged in Lin Xiao's heart.

He answered quickly. Before he could even say a word, Su Qingning's panicked and frantic voice came through the line.

"Husband, save me!"

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