The more Xu Wenhua spoke, the more exhilarated he became, as if he had instantly accepted his place in the Zhou Family and was already living a life of ordering servants about.
But he didn't get to indulge in his beautiful dreams for long. The world suddenly spun, and he found himself pinned to the ground.
"Young Master Le Huan, are you alright?" When Lin Dapeng saw the red mark on Gu Lehuan's face, his glare at the floored Xu Wenhua grew even more menacing.
The Xu family instantly reacted. Mrs. Xu Zhong shrieked and lunged to shove the guards, only to be forced back by the pommels of their blades.
"Who are you people? Let him go this instant, or I'm reporting you to the government!"
Lin Dapeng retorted, "Go on, then! It would be a perfect opportunity to discuss how this man assaulted someone in the middle of the street. We were merely acting out of a desire to protect our master. Let's see who the officials believe has committed the greater crime."
