klisemfg Chapter 156 Conflict
Chapter 156 Conflict
Guan Cha's originally bright eyes now seemed to be shrouded in a layer of gloom, and suppressed emotions were surging in her deep eyes.
He stared intently at the man who had once dragged him into the mire of cheating on exams, his gaze carrying a chilling aura.
This person's sharp tongue and meanness haven't diminished over the years; they still make people feel nauseous, just like before.
And his folly is exactly the same as it has been in the past.
They act recklessly, trampling on the dignity of others at will, and treating other people's lives as pawns for their own amusement.
Every action reveals ignorance and shallowness, like a spoiled child who lives forever in his own narrow world.
The family that once had someone take the exam for them belongs to the top A4 level in the wealth hierarchy. With such status and wealth, they certainly have enough qualifications to attend the grand banquet hosted by the Jiangyang Lin family today.
The guests gathered at today's banquet come from all walks of life, a diverse mix, so it's not surprising to encounter them here, statistically speaking.
But fate's cruel joke made this encounter so ironic. At this banquet, which should have been a chance for Bai Li to make connections and prove his worth, painful memories from the past surged up like a tidal wave, overwhelming him.
Bai Li stood aside, taking in all of this.
She knew perfectly well what Guan Cha had gone through over the years.
That helpless boy, manipulated by others and with a naive face, has struggled to break free from the shackles of fate day and night, growing step by step to where he is today.
But the instigator in front of us still acts arbitrarily by virtue of his power, showing no remorse or reflection on the mistakes he has made.
Guan Cha bit his lower lip tightly. He seemed afraid of causing trouble for Bai Li. Even though he was insulted, he suppressed his anger and did not utter a word in rebuttal. He just clenched his fists tightly, and the veins on the back of his hands bulged out from the force.
Bai Li couldn't bear to see him like this, so she glared at the fat man standing in front of her with a sharp and mean face.
The two looked somewhat alike in their childhood, otherwise they wouldn't have been able to take the exam together.
But now, the two are worlds apart in terms of both character and temperament.
Compared to this fat man, Guan Cha, although he has his own little schemes, has a soft heart, like a sweet little cake that deserves to be cherished.
As far as she knew, the young man in front of her was not one of Jiang Yanglin's people, yet he dared to cause trouble and provoke the old lady at her birthday banquet. Where did he get the guts?
Bai Li couldn't help but recall how the young man had just finished his mocking remarks, and how several men of similar age around him had joined in the laughter.
Some people, even with excellent conditions, still cannot become responsible and conscientious individuals; these people before us are examples of this.
It seems that this chubby kid's confidence comes from his cronies.
Could there be a junior member of the Jiang Yang Lin family inside?
Bai Li quickly considered the matter in her mind, and an idea gradually took shape.
I didn't initially intend to take this path, since cheating is shameful, but it seems I have no choice but to do it now.
If I were to tolerate being bullied like this, I would truly be letting down the Godly Rich System I possess.
Bai Li's lips curled up slightly, revealing a sharp and piercing smile. She took a step forward, raised her eyebrows disdainfully, and stared intently at the chubby boy in front of her, mocking, "If I don't look for him, am I supposed to look for you? Don't you ever look in the mirror?"
"You..." The chubby boy was so humiliated by Bai Li in public that he was furious. His neck turned purplish-red, and his eyes widened as he glared at the strange woman who had suddenly stepped forward.
In his mind, he had always been fawned over, and he had never been treated like this before.
Looking at Bai Li's unfamiliar face, he felt even more furious. Although this woman was beautiful, he figured that was all she had to offer. He thought to himself that she was some kind of fake who had popped up out of nowhere and that he didn't even recognize her.
"Do you know who I am?" The chubby boy tried to intimidate Bai Li by using his identity.
Bai Li looked completely bewildered and coldly replied, "Why should I know someone with no class? What kind of person are you?"
The chubby boy was completely enraged by these words, and the veins on his neck bulged: "You lowly person don't even deserve to..."
Before he could finish speaking, his companion, dressed in a haute couture starry sky suit, suddenly sneered.
This person was Lin Yu, a junior member of a branch of the Jiangyang Lin family, a pampered second-generation rich kid.
He usually relies on his family's power and acts recklessly in all situations. He always grants his friends' requests, just to show off his "loyalty" and "power".
Seeing his friend's face turn red with anger, his own desire to show off was instantly ignited.
Lin Yu crossed his arms and strode arrogantly to Bai Li, his gaze sweeping over her with disdain.
"Who do you think you are? How dare you talk back to my friend here? Do you know where you are? This is a banquet hosted by the Jiang Yang Lin family, not a place where you can run wild!"
As Lin Yu spoke, he deliberately leaned closer to Bai Li and whispered, "If you know what's good for you, sleep with me, and I'll barely spare you!"
She spoke very softly, and only Guan Cha, who was very close to Bai Li, heard her.
Guan Cha had been suppressing his anger. He could tolerate whatever they said to him before, but he could no longer hold back when Bai Li said such offensive things to him.
Bai Li was his savior from dire straits, and the first person in the world to truly acknowledge him.
She provided not only material support, but also spiritual support.
This was the first time Guan Cha felt that she was being treated as a human being with flesh and blood, rather than as a tool.
White pears have almost become a kind of faith for him.
Guan Cha's reason was completely consumed by anger at this moment.
He immediately took a step forward, shielding Bai Li behind him, grabbed Lin Yu by the collar, a saccharine smile playing on his lips, but his eyes were as cold as ice.
"Young Master Lin, even if you are a member of the Lin family, you can't escape punishment for causing trouble at the old lady's birthday banquet, can you? Take back what you just said and apologize, or don't blame me for taking action against you."
Before taking action, Guan Cha had already made full mental preparations. Once she took action, she would face many unknown consequences, and might even be plunged into an abyss of no return.
He silently told himself that it was just a matter of sacrificing himself, and as long as he could protect Bai Li, it would all be worth it.
The people around were stunned by Guan Cha's crazy behavior, and for a moment no one dared to step forward to stop him.
Lin Yu was also taken aback by Guan Cha's sudden outburst, and the expression on his face instantly changed from arrogance to astonishment.
He never expected that someone would dare to attack him so boldly, even knowing his identity.
This is Jiang Yanglin's venue, and it's the old lady's birthday banquet being held here. In his mind, no one should dare to act recklessly in such an occasion.
However, Lin Yu, being in this situation, dared not retaliate rashly. He understood that this was his grandmother's banquet, which held great significance.
If one's impulsiveness ruins the atmosphere of the banquet, it will surely incur the dissatisfaction of the family elders, and may even result in severe punishment.
Although he usually acts recklessly, he still has a certain sense of propriety when it comes to matters of great importance concerning the family's reputation.
He might stand up for his friends and verbally assert his authority, but if he were to resort to violence for it, it would truly be a losing proposition.
Lin Yu's eyes darted around, and he put on a roguish expression. He slowly raised his hands, feigning innocence: "Hey? What are you doing? Don't do anything rash, or I'll call security!"
As he spoke, he deliberately brought half of his face close to Guan Cha's face in a provocative manner, his eyes filled with contempt and mockery, as if he was betting that Guan Cha wouldn't dare to actually make a move.
In his view, Guan Cha's actions were merely a momentary impulse, and he believed that as long as he made a slight threat, the other party would back down.