Chapter 156 - 155: One Who Does Evil Cannot Live Well

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Chapter 156: Chapter 155: One Who Does Evil Cannot Live Well ... "Let’s not beat around the bush and speak plainly here." Ma Jinjue stopped exchanging pleasantries with Yan Xiaobao and got straight to the point: "I don’t know exactly how you did it, but we both know the truth. Boyao’s current predicament is entirely your doing. If you cure Boyao, I can guarantee that the grievances between you two will be written off and forgotten." "Your son’s condition today is not my doing." Yan Xiaobao shook his head. "Heaven may spare those who suffer natural disasters, but self-inflicted mistakes are unforgivable. Your son’s fate is sealed—it’s the will of heaven and cannot be changed." Ma Jinjue didn’t believe in fate or destiny. He stared coldly at Yan Xiaobao, his words laced with threats. "Do you really want Boyao dead?" "Why can’t you understand simple words?" Yan Xiaobao rolled his eyes at Ma Jinjue. "Didn’t I just say? It’s not me who wants him dead—heaven does." "Young man, you really shouldn’t go too far." Ma Jinjue, barely suppressing his rising fury, warned, "Leave some room for reconciliation so we can meet again on amicable terms in the future. Otherwise..." "You’re not some beauty—why would I want to meet you again in the future?" Yan Xiaobao sneered dismissively. "Fine! Excellent..." A murderous glint flashed in Ma Jinjue’s eyes as he shot Yan Xiaobao a deadly glare and stormed out. The conversation between Ma Jinjue and Yan Xiaobao ended on an unpleasant note. Yet, contrary to Zhang Zhixue and Zhang Hongde’s expectations, Ma Boyao did not instruct the Patrol Office to arrest Yan Xiaobao. Instead, surprisingly, he allowed Yan Xiaobao to leave freely, as if nothing had happened. ... Meanwhile, in the Su family mansion, the eldest young master, Su Jingming, was having a conversation with the youngest sister, Su Xiaowan. Su Jingming asked in confusion, "Xiaowan, are you really unaware that Young Master Ma was severely beaten by Yan Xiaobao and is now critically injured in the hospital?" Su Xiaowan gave a faint smile and replied, "Although I don’t go out often, I am, of course, aware of such a significant event." "Then why haven’t you reacted at all?" Su Jingming’s confusion deepened. "I heard Ma Jinjue himself is stepping in. Aren’t you worried that he might take aggressive action against Yan Xiaobao?" "Because I knew you would come to me, dear brother." Su Xiaowan grinned slyly. "You’re worried, aren’t you—that if Ma Jinjue dares to act against Yan Xiaobao, I won’t sit idly by? And then our Su family and the Ma family would inevitably be at odds, right?" Su Jingming nodded. "If things escalate to that point, it will bring harm to both the Ma family and the Su family. So I think it’s best if you go and persuade Yan Xiaobao to de-escalate the matter." "If I were to go to Xiao Bao, he would indeed listen to me. But he’d also feel quite displeased in his heart." Su Xiaowan spoke leisurely. "Why would I deliberately make him unhappy?" "This..." Su Jingming froze. "Are you saying that his momentary displeasure is more important than the trouble it could bring to the entire Su family?" "The Su family, of course, is important. But the one who should bear ultimate responsibility for the family’s future and fate is not me." Su Xiaowan’s words clearly carried an underlying message. "Xiaowan, you..." Su Jingming sighed. "Do you really need our uncle to bow his head to you?" "Or you could ask Ma Jinjue to come beg me—that works too." Su Xiaowan gazed out into the night beyond the window and added, "Oh, by the way, you should immediately inform Ma Jinjue: if he’s planning to go after my husband, he’d better stop right now. Otherwise, his son is as good as dead—not even an immortal could save him." ... Leaving the hospital, Yan Xiaobao returned to Jiale Garden as if nothing had happened. The pressure from Ma Jinjue, coupled with the killing intent in his final glare, didn’t bother Yan Xiaobao in the slightest. If Ma dared to resort to any overt or covert attacks, Yan Xiaobao wouldn’t hesitate to take him down as well. Upon hearing the entire story from Yan Xiaobao, Tiantian, filled with worry, tried to persuade him. "Husband, as the saying goes, ’Common folk shouldn’t fight with government officials.’ That Ma Jinjue is a high-ranking criminal officer in Binhai! If you really kill his son, he’ll definitely come for revenge..." "And so what?" Yan Xiaobao replied carelessly. "Worst case, I’ll just take him out right now and see how he plans to get revenge." "..." Tiantian was speechless. A high-ranking official overseeing a provincial capital—wasn’t someone you could just kill on a whim... "Revenge only begets more revenge. Although Ma Boyao is despicable, you’ve already given him enough punishment. Why must you insist on killing him?" Tiantian continued to plead. "It’s not that I enjoy killing people—on the contrary. But the people in this world are just too wicked. If you spare them once, they won’t show gratitude; they’ll just escalate their behavior." Though Yan Xiaobao hadn’t been off the island for long, he had already encountered the ruthless and sinister nature of people like Luo Jianbi, Ximen Hao, Brother Biao, and Liu Zhen. "That’s why I’ve decided: if you cut weeds, you must uproot them completely. If you fight someone, beat them to death—never give bad people the chance to make a comeback." "That may be true in principle, but..." Tiantian remained deeply worried. "I’m just really afraid something will happen to you, husband..." "Don’t worry." Yan Xiaobao grinned, wrapping his arms around Tiantian’s slender waist. "Your husband is the most formidable man in the world—nothing is going to happen to me. My darling Tiantian, stop worrying and just cuddle up with me to sleep." "Mhm..." Seeing how insistent Yan Xiaobao was, Tiantian didn’t say any more and obediently nestled into his arms, curling up like a quiet little kitten falling asleep. ... Holding Tiantian in his arms, Yan Xiaobao slept soundly. However, that night, many others couldn’t find peace enough to rest. Not long after Su Jingming left, his father—Su Xiaowan’s elder uncle, Su Jian’an—knocked on the door of Su Xiaowan’s study. As one of the top ten families in Jiangnan, the Su family’s wealth was beyond description. But for a prominent family of this scale, wealth alone would merely make them an enticing target for predators. Therefore, the Su family was not only rich but also heavily influential in politics. The Su family’s key figure in politics was Su Jian’an. Binhai City was the capital city of Jiangnan Province, and Su Jian’an held the prominent position of Vice Governor (similar to a provincial deputy governor). Of course, Su Jian’an wasn’t the only politically active member of the Su family, but there was no doubt he held the highest office. Moreover, at under fifty years of age, he still had significant room for advancement. Two and a half years ago, after the passing of Old Master Qiao, Su Jian’an assumed the role of Family Head. The Su family now followed his directives—except in the case of Su Xiaowan. The reason? Su Xiaowan’s unparalleled talent in finance and business made her irreplaceable. As a result, the Su family’s economic reins were almost entirely in her hands. ... [Please bookmark, recommend, and support us with rewards!] ...

Chapter 156 - 155: One Who Does Evil Cannot Live Well

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