From Evil Sect Leader to Doctor-Chapter 281 - 257: That’s All I Have to Say

About fifteen minutes later, Hua Zhuyue called him.

Chunliang waited for the phone to ring a few times before answering.

Hua Zhuyue spoke very straightforwardly, "Mr. Xu, this matter has nothing to do with Blue Star. I promise you, I will give you an explanation as soon as possible."

Chunliang said, "Then I'll wait."

True to her word, Hua Zhuyue arranged to meet Chunliang the next morning. To show her sincerity, she drove herself to the Nanjiang Party School to see Chunliang.

Chunliang had just finished a group discussion when he heard Hua Zhuyue had arrived. He stepped out to the parking lot and saw Hua Zhuyue standing by a gray Porsche 911, smoking.

Chunliang waved at her, and Hua Zhuyue extinguished her cigarette and walked over with a smile, "You came to Nanjiang without letting me know, robbing this old friend of the chance to play host."

Chunliang replied meaningfully, "I've only been here a few days and have already deeply felt the enthusiasm of the people of Nanjiang."

Hua Zhuyue said, "Do you have some prejudice against Nanjiang? Let's go find a place to have coffee."

Chunliang pointed at the library, "Try our Party School's coffee." He found the Party School library to be an excellent place to entertain, peaceful on the one hand, and mainly offering free tea, drinks, and snacks.

Hua Zhuyue took off her sunglasses, her gray-blue eyes glanced at the library, "The Party School, to me, has always been a place beyond reach."

"Take this opportunity to experience red culture."

Hua Zhuyue followed him into the library, where Chunliang obtained two cups of free coffee and some candy and snacks.

Coincidentally, they ran into class leader Yan Jingsong, who gave Chunliang a knowing smile, inwardly lamenting how this guy had such good luck with women, all of them first-rate beauties with grace and charm. How did someone like him get into the Party School, and wasn't he afraid that being so conspicuous might cause issues?

Chunliang couldn't be bothered with him; there were too many such dull guys in the system. Let him be envious to death.

Chunliang returned to Hua Zhuyue with the tray.

Hua Zhuyue picked up a cup of coffee and took a sip, "Starbucks coffee beans."

Chunliang noticed that Starbucks coffee beans were indeed distinctive; both Mo Han before and now Hua Zhuyue recognized it immediately.

Chunliang said, "Pretty discerning to taste it right away."

Hua Zhuyue couldn't help but laugh, "Can such ubiquitous stuff be linked to taste? Are you sure you're not insulting me?"

Chunliang said, "I know nothing about it. I don't even like drinking it, but it does smell good."

Hua Zhuyue said, "Jiang Lin did work at the Blue Star Nightclub in the past, but she quit last year, so last night's incident has nothing to do with our Blue Star."

Chunliang said, "I don't even know her. Why did she want to cause me trouble?"

Hua Zhuyue sighed, "For money, I guess."

Chunliang stared at Hua Zhuyue, and she met his gaze.

Although Chunliang was only twenty-two, every time Hua Zhuyue saw him, she felt an unfathomable depth about him, as if Chunliang was someone very complicated.

Hua Zhuyue had had two encounters with him and had been outmaneuvered both times. Whenever she recalled the time he helped her with acupuncture, she still felt weak in the legs and her heart racing—feelings indescribable and unforgettable for a lifetime.

Hua Zhuyue had investigated the situation and came to meet Chunliang to clarify things. Though she was unafraid of trouble, she didn't want to take the fall for someone else, and she certainly didn't want to be enemies with Chunliang.

Hua Zhuyue's eyes sparkled, and a bewitching smile spread across her lips, "Jiang Lin chose the wrong target and has learned her lesson. Your slap broke her nose, and it will cost her to fix it. You really don't know how to spare a beauty."

Chunliang took a sip of his coffee, "Did you come today to play peacemaker?"

"It's just a slap on the wrist. That girl, Jiang Lin, was momentarily misguided. I'll apologize to you on her behalf. How about…"

Chunliang interrupted her, "If it weren't for my extra vigilance, the one getting hurt would have been me. I just want to know who was behind it."

"There are some things you don't need to clarify—it won't do you any good."

"So you're willing for Blue Star to take the blame?"

Hua Zhuyue pouted, feigning annoyance, "You're threatening me again!"

Chunliang sighed inwardly; this woman was an extraordinary beauty, with every frown and smile filled with charm. Her ways truly carried the style of the Orchid Sect. If it were anyone else, they might have been enchanted by her.

Chunliang ignored her, remaining calm and composed, "If you refuse to tell, I'll find that Jiang Lin. If it affects Blue Star's business, it will surely sour our relations."

Hua Zhuyue frowned; it was still a threat. If it were anyone else, she wouldn't stand for it, but facing Chunliang, she found herself at a loss for words. Even she couldn't understand why. Could it be that time Chunliang manipulated her during acupuncture?

Hua Zhuyue said, "Can't you stop taking your anger out on our Blue Star? Think about who you might have offended in the past."

Chunliang said, "Tang Tianyi?"

Hua Zhuyue secretly admired his wisdom; he guessed it right away. She neither confirmed nor denied it, took a sip of coffee, and said, "Handling this matter must be very tricky with your current identity, right?"

"My principle in life has always been, if people don't mess with me, I don't mess with them; if they do, I will retaliate."

Hua Zhuyue said, "It's good to quickly settle scores, but in today's world, many things can't be solved by Jianghu rules. You must consider the pros and cons clearly before taking action. Sometimes, you know exactly who's behind it, but you have no evidence."

Chunliang said, "Is that Jiang Lin willing to testify for me?"

Hua Zhuyue said, "Although Tang Tianyi is not smart, he's not stupid enough to leave a handle. I came here today, first to plead for Jiang Lin. This girl was momentarily confused. Can you let her off on my account?" After saying that, she added, "I wonder if I have that face? Just consider it a favor; I will go all out to help in the future if you need it."

Chunliang said, "And those five accomplices?"

Hua Zhuyue said, "Those five are just hired thugs by Tang Tianyi. You won't catch his flaw."

Chunliang said, "You mean, I should just let it go?"

Hua Zhuyue said, "The Huayuan Group is very influential in Nanjiang, especially Tang Jingwei. He is quite powerful in Nanjiang, and as far as I know, he is also your big boss. If you oppose his son, I fear he won't sit idly by, will he?"

Chunliang dismissively said, "I have an official status; what the hell does he count for?"

Hua Zhuyue chuckled, her laughter attracting others' attention. Realizing she was being inappropriate, she stuck out her tongue slightly embarrassed.

Chunliang, out of habit, observed her tongue. Hua Zhuyue's tongue was pink and soft, looking extremely cute. Who would have thought this fiesty woman had a girlish charm to her? She was both sweet and sassy, and he felt he needed to stay alert.

Hua Zhuyue snapped, "What are you looking at?"

Chunliang smiled and said, "You've been taking care of your health lately."

Hua Zhuyue recalled the tricks he used to pull on her: "I've never had health problems."

Chunliang shook his head, implying her words were not convincing.

Hua Zhuyue said, "I've said everything there is to say. Weigh your decisions carefully. Jiang Lin offended you, and I'm giving you an explanation from my side. I'll drive her out of Nanjiang, and she will have nothing to do with Blue Star from now on."

Chunliang looked at Hua Zhuyue and had to admit that she showed some sincerity. Since this matter had nothing to do with her, she could choose to do nothing. Jiang Lin's actions were her own responsibility. Hua Zhuyue driving her out of Nanjiang meant her income would be greatly impacted, which could count as an explanation to him.

At this moment, Hua Zhuyue's phone rang. She glanced at the number and saw it was Jiang Lin calling. She picked up the phone and walked to the window.

On the other end, Jiang Lin was crying uncontrollably: "Sister Hua... I've been beaten..."

Hua Zhuyue irritably said, "Serves you right!" She thought it was related to Chunliang's issue.

Jiang Lin said, "He's a beast... He... hit me..."

Hua Zhuyue was stunned: "What did you say? Where are you?"

Hua Zhuyue hung up the phone. Chunliang, who heard some clues, asked, "What's up?"

Hua Zhuyue nodded: "Jiang Lin was beaten up, I'm going to check on her."

"I'll go with you."

Hua Zhuyue drove to Qinghuai District Hospital, where Jiang Lin was doing a check-up accompanied by a friend. Chunliang almost didn't recognize Jiang Lin, her face bruised and swollen. The nose he last smacked crooked was now even more bent.

Seeing Jiang Lin in this state, Chunliang, although feeling she deserved it, didn't gloat. Jiang Lin was being used, and the mastermind hiding behind it all was Tang Tianyi.

Jiang Lin saw Chunliang coming in with them and quickly lowered her head, terrified he'd recognize her. Chunliang's slap had left an unforgettable impression on her. There are men in this world who have no mercy, one more brutal than the other, and she was worried this bastard would come up and beat her again.

Hua Zhuyue asked, "What happened? Did you call the police?"

Jiang Lin shook her head.

"Damn!" Hua Zhuyue was so angry her face turned pale, she took out her phone to call the police.

Jiang Lin stopped her: "Sister Hua, don't!"

Hua Zhuyue noticed there was more to the story, gave Chunliang a look, and Chunliang understood, stepping outside to give them privacy.

After more than ten minutes, Hua Zhuyue came out.

Chunliang said, "Did you get it sorted out?"

Hua Zhuyue sighed, "Let's talk in the car."