Chapter 640: Chapter 611: A Bit Hard on the Hands

Han Wensheng swallowed and said, "That’s all I know. I’m just an innocent victim in this matter, and I hope you can find the real culprit soon."

Li Zhong said, "As long as you tell us everything you know, we’ll solve this case quickly."

Two police officers stood up to leave, and Han Wensheng shouted, "Hey, take this bouquet with you!"

Li Zhong turned and gave him a cold look. Are all these rich kids so rude?

"If you really don’t want it, throw it in the trash can."

Li Zhong opened the door, and as he left, a green-headed fly flew in through the crack.

Han Wensheng shouted, "Is anyone there? Does anyone take care of the flies? What kind of damn hospital is this!"

Hua Zhuyue had been busy all morning. After assisting with the investigation at the sub-bureau, she went to sign the SEVEN STAR transfer contract.

At noon, she went to the vegetarian restaurant at the foot of Hidden Dragon Mountain to meet Xu Chunliang.

Xu Chunliang had already arrived and ordered the food in advance.

Hua Zhuyue browsed the menu, pleasantly surprised: "I never knew Dongzhou had such an elegant place."

Xu Chunliang said, "Didn’t you say yesterday that you wanted to lose weight? I figured a vegetarian restaurant would suit you."

Hua Zhuyue said, "The police didn’t bother you, did they?"

Xu Chunliang laughed: "What trouble would they give me? I abide by the law, love the country and the party, and they didn’t suspect me at all."

Hua Zhuyue said, "I went to the sub-bureau this morning, and the police are really efficient now; they even dug up that matter with Shang Lijun."

Xu Chunliang said, "It must be those two bastards who reported it. They got beaten up and blamed it on us. We were clearly having drinks together last night when they got hit."

Hua Zhuyue laughed: "Would your girlfriend overthink it if she knew?"

Xu Chunliang said, "I’m upright and honest; what do I have to fear?"

Hua Zhuyue said, "I admire your mindset of always considering yourself a gentleman."

"Are you mocking me?"

"How dare I? You’re a big town mayor now; how can a commoner like me dare to defame a state official?"

Xu Chunliang asked for her opinion: drink wine or tea? Hua Zhuyue reminded Xu Chunliang that today is the first day of the month, and she plans to visit Xinghua Zen Temple on Hidden Dragon Mountain to offer incense after lunch, so no alcohol.

Xu Chunliang listened to her and had the waiter brew a pot of Longjing tea.

During the meal, he mentioned Han Tai’s violent incident at Changxing Hospital.

Hua Zhuyue said disdainfully, "Han Tai is just a nouveau riche. He used to sell smuggled motorcycles, took advantage of the era’s opportunities, now represents several car brands, and opened a few 4S shops, so he made some money and became unbearably arrogant."

Xu Chunliang said, "When the sky is overconfident, it rains; when people are overconfident, they face disaster."

Hua Zhuyue said, "But this matter should be that Han Wensheng got dragged down by Tang Tianyi."

Xu Chunliang said, "Why are those two so sure it’s us?"

Hua Zhuyue said, "The police said that in the group of people who beat them, someone seemed to call out ’Little Liang.’"

Xu Chunliang couldn’t help but laugh: "No one calls me that. Generally, they either call me Chunliang or Little Cong."

"Green onions mixed with tofu?" Hua Zhuyue’s humor was triggered by Xu Chunliang’s name, and she giggled.

Xu Chunliang looked at the dish on the table and shook his head, "I’m not some green onion."

Hua Zhuyue said, "You’re a big green onion, Xu Dacong."

Xu Chunliang sighed, "Sister Hua, where’s your imagination going."

Hua Zhuyue really hadn’t thought elsewhere but blushed at Xu Chunliang’s words, "You’re just leading me into the ditch."

"Is that my fault?"

Hua Zhuyue quickly changed the topic, "I think someone is deliberately trying to frame us."

Xu Chunliang said, "Even if they are, it doesn’t matter. We have proof of not being present."

"Still, be careful. People like Han Tai have no limits in what they do."

Xu Chunliang said, "He’s just a brute! Dealing with people like him doesn’t take much thought. Who do you think is trying to set us up?"

Hua Zhuyue took a sip of tea and said, "Remember Weary Sect Martial Aid?"

Xu Chunliang nodded, "Of course, I remember."

Back then, to track down the real culprit who framed his grandfather, they followed the tiger bone clues to the Shennong Chinese Medicine Cultivation Base, only to find it was a trap set by Wu Yuanyi. He tried every means to lure Hua Zhuyue into his trap to avenge his son Wu Shixian, but his revenge failed, and instead, Xu Chunliang and Hua Zhuyue combined forces to destroy the base. That battle cost Wu Yuanyi dearly.

Hua Zhuyue said, "That person blames me for his son’s suicide and probably won’t easily give up his quest for revenge."

Xu Chunliang recounted his recent experience of encountering Black Swallow at the Ghost Market near Weishan Lake.

Hua Zhuyue heard he encountered Black Swallow and said with concern, "It’s best you stay away from these risky things in the future. You’re someone within the system, and once you get involved in Jianghu matters, troubles will come nonstop. Affecting your future is a small issue, but what if they target your family?"

Xu Chunliang replied, "Many times, even if you don’t want trouble, it still finds you."

Hua Zhuyue sighed, "If you encounter something hard to solve, leave it to me. I have a way."

Xu Chunliang looked at Hua Zhuyue, which made Hua Zhuyue a bit embarrassed: "What are you looking at? Haven’t seen a beauty before?"

"You truly are beautiful and really kind to me."

Hua Zhuyue said, "There aren’t many people in this world I treat well, so someone should know to appreciate it."

Xu Chunliang laughed, "How about I give you a foot massage as thanks?"

As soon as Hua Zhuyue heard this, she couldn’t help but clamp her jade legs together, and her ten toes secretly curled up. The taste of that bewitching experience was hard to forget, but this rascal truly isn’t a good person. Was he just getting amorous due to comfort? She rolled her eyes and said, "Are you full? If so, accompany me to make an offering."

That afternoon, Han Wensheng broke out in a rash of red bumps. The dermatologist said it was likely an allergy and suggested removing all the fresh flowers from indoors.

Han Wensheng itched unbearably. Hearing the doctor’s suggestion, he immediately thought of the bouquet Xu Chunliang sent today. He thought, he really is a weasel wishing a hen Happy New Year, no good intentions. Yet he never had a history of pollen allergies before.

Han Wensheng told his father, Han Tai, about Xu Chunliang sending flowers. Han Tai was furious and called Xu Chunliang right away.

Xu Chunliang had just finished offering incense at the Xinghua Zen Temple when he received Han Tai’s call, not surprised at all.

Han Tai roared, "Xu Chunliang, isn’t hurting my son enough? You actually took advantage of my absence to poison him!"

Xu Chunliang said, "Han Tai, if you dare to slander me, I’ll sue you. What does it matter to me if your son lives or dies? Don’t pin your troubles on me. It’s your own sins that are catching up to your son."

"Xu Chunliang, just you wait!"

Xu Chunliang laughed, "I am truly not afraid of your threats. I’ll be waiting for you at Xinghua Temple on Hidden Dragon Mountain. If you have the guts, come find me."

"Just you wait!"

"I’ll give you thirty minutes. If you don’t come, you’re a coward!"

Xu Chunliang hung up the phone, and Hua Zhuyue, standing beside him, looked at him speechlessly. This guy spoke so rudely just now, completely unbothered by being in the temple.

Hua Zhuyue asked, "What’s going on?"

Xu Chunliang explained what Han Tai wanted from him.

Hua Zhuyue said, "Do you seriously plan to wait for him?"

Xu Chunliang said, "It’s not like I have anything else to do. We might as well continue burning incense. I want to see if this guy dares to show up."

Sure enough, Han Tai arrived within half an hour, bringing six helpers with him. The group was aggressive, and the other visitors backed away upon seeing them.

Xu Chunliang and Hua Zhuyue had just come out of the Great Hall when Xu Chunliang proactively walked towards Han Tai, smiling, "You’re here!"

Although Han Tai hated Xu Chunliang deeply, he dared not resort to violence in the temple. He nodded towards Xu Chunliang with resentment and said, "Let’s talk elsewhere."

Xu Chunliang said, "Fine, a change of location it is. I’m not afraid you’ll bite me!"

Hua Zhuyue kept silent, knowing Xu Chunliang surely had a way to handle Han Tai, so she chose to stay silent and remain by Xu Chunliang’s side, providing the best support.

The group exited the temple and entered a pine forest. Seeing nobody around, Han Tai signaled, and his group of Great Han surrounded Xu Chunliang and Hua Zhuyue.

Xu Chunliang laughed. He didn’t believe Han Tai dared to attack him here. He bent down, picked up an oblong stone from the ground, held it with his left hand, and with a swift chop of his right palm, split the stone in two.

Han Tai’s men were startled, thinking damn, this guy’s a master! The six bodyguards looked at Han Tai, clearly indicating that dealing with this would cost extra.

Xu Chunliang grasped the remaining stone piece and applied pressure with his fingers. The stone crumbled under the force of his grip, and small pebbles fell from Xu Chunliang’s hand.

The six men started sweating on their foreheads. One of them, doubting a trick, bent down, picked up a pebble, and squeezed it with his fingers.

It hurt his hand!

That guy said nothing, clutching his stomach, "President Han, I need a restroom!"

"Me too!"

"Wait for me!"

...

In a flash, all six of Han Tai’s men left the scene, and Han Tai suddenly realized that in the face of absolute strength, no amount of money could move people’s hearts.

Xu Chunliang was still smiling, but to Han Tai, his smile was particularly terrifying.

"Those who gain the Dao receive great support; those who lose it receive little. Even if I explain this to you, you wouldn’t understand. You’re not only ignorant but also lack virtue!"

Han Tai’s earlier arrogance diminished instantly: "If you have any complaints against me, come at me directly. Why harm my son?"

Xu Chunliang said, "The incident with your son getting beaten has nothing to do with us. The police have already cleared us. If I had acted, your son wouldn’t have been injured so lightly."

Han Tai swallowed and glanced at the shattered stone pieces on the ground. It was terrifying, thinking, if this were a bone, it would lead to a compound fracture!

Han Tai said, "The doctor said my son’s allergy is related to the flowers you sent."