Chapter 382 Son-in-law

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Hao Jian also revealed a bitter smile, "Though I am the Divine Doctor, I am not a god after all. The cycle of life, how could it possibly be decided by me?" Upon hearing this, Chen Zhiyan was completely stunned, as if her soul had left her, and she couldn't snap back to reality for a long time. Chen Dexing patted Chen Zhiyan's hand, smiling as he comforted her, "Don't be like this. To be able to earn another eight years, I'm already content. I originally thought I wouldn't live much longer, but now that I have ten years, I can do many things. This year I'm fifty-five, another ten years and I'll be sixty-five, that's about right." Chen Zhiyan threw herself into Chen Dexing's arms, crying out loudly, "Dad, I'm sorry, I have let you down. If it weren't for my marriage to Sun Renyao, if I hadn't squandered the family fortune, you wouldn't have been so furious as to fall ill from it. It's all my fault!" "Dad's health issues are the result of long-term irregular living habits, it has nothing to do with you," Chen Dexing shook his head, lovingly stroking Chen Zhiyan's head. Then, Chen Dexing looked up at Hao Jian with sincerity, "Hao Jian, you know I don't have long to live. In light of our acquaintance, I have a favor to ask of you, and that is to take good care of Chen Zhiyan for me. I don't ask for much, just make sure she's well-fed and warm and doesn't suffer." "Rest assured, leave it to me!" Hao Jian nodded firmly. Even if Chen Dexing hadn't mentioned it, Hao Jian would have taken care of Chen Zhiyan, since this was well within his means. Immediately after, Chen Dexing, as if without any regrets, turned to look at Chen Zifan and his son, and said in a deep voice, "I'll sell that land to you!" At these words, Chen Zifan and Chen Dexiu were instantly overjoyed. They had thought that this deal was off, but Chen Dexing had unexpectedly made this move. "Old man, you can't do this," Hao Jian suddenly interjected. He knew what Chen Dexing intended to do, but he had already investigated and knew that Chen Zifan and his son had no intention of paying. It was all just conspiracy and calculation. Hearing Hao Jian's objection, Chen Zifan and Chen Dexiu were itching with hatred but didn't dare to utter a sound. Chen Dexing was taken aback, asking in confusion, "What's wrong?" "They never intended to pay you. Yesterday, they borrowed two billion in your name. As soon as you sign the contract, they'll immediately inform their creditors to come after you. Those people are not to be trifled with, you'll have to pay whether you like it or not. Moreover, the five percent shares they promised you earlier are false. Their company has been losing money for years and has already been acquired by another group. From start to finish, they never planned to pay you a single cent!" Hao Jian said with a sneer. Upon hearing this, Chen Dexing was instantly shocked. His eyes widened as he turned to look at Chen Zifan and his son. At that moment, Chen Zifan and his son also looked as if they had seen a ghost—they couldn't understand how Hao Jian knew about this. This matter was known only to them and the creditors; no fourth person was aware. How did Hao Jian know? Seeing the expressions on Chen Zifan and Chen Dexiu, Chen Dexing immediately realized the truth in Hao Jian's words. These two beasts were actually planning to swindle him. "Very well, you really are my good brother and nephew indeed!" Chen Dexing had not expected that, even at this point, Chen Zifan and his son would still try to swindle him. Chen Zifan and Chen Dexiu were completely stunned, speechless, and thus did not respond to Chen Dexing's accusation. Hao Jian looked at the two, who now appeared rather ridiculous, and sneered, "Surprised, are you? Wondering how I came to know about this?" Chen Zifan and Chen Dexiu didn't speak, but the hope in their eyes gave away their desire to know. Their scheme was supposed to be foolproof. How did Hao Jian find out? "The mistake was in choosing the wrong person. You shouldn't have gone to Liu Rizhao because, as it happens, I know Liu Rizhao, and as it also happens, Liu Rizhao is very afraid of me. So with just a little investigation into you, I've got your whole story clear as day," sneered Hao Jian. At those words, Chen Zifan and Chen Dexiu finally understood—it was Liu Rizhao who betrayed them. What shocked them was that Hao Jian could say that Liu Rizhao was afraid of him. If even Liu Rizhao, the real estate magnate of Hua City, feared Hao Jian, how terrifying must Hao Jian's identity be? "You could be so ruthless to your own brothers, it seems your hearts have indeed been eaten by dogs," Hao Jian said as he slowly walked toward Chen Zifan and his son. "What do you want to do?" Chen Zifan looked at Hao Jian, nervous. "I've already made myself clear. If you insult my master, I will break your legs, and now I'm going to keep my promise," Hao Jian said with a sinister smile. Hao Jian grabbed Chen Zifan by the throat and lifted him up in the air. "Dad... help... help me!" Chen Zifan's voice was strained, intermittent like a duck being strangled. "Mr. Hao Jian, we know we were wrong. Please give us another chance..." Chen Dexiu hurried over, ready to plead for Chen Zifan. But Hao Jian didn't even glance at him, swinging back a slap that sent Chen Dexiu flying. Experience more on My Virtual Library Empire "To be arrogant, you need capital, but obviously, you two don't have it!" said Hao Jian expressionlessly. "Big brother, save Chen Zifan! He's your nephew, too!" In utter despair, Chen Dexiu humbly turned to Chen Dexing for help. A hint of satisfaction flashed across Chen Dexing's face, "You're not my brother, and he's not my nephew." Chen Dexiu's expression instantly tensed, clearly aware of what Chen Dexing's words implied, meaning he wasn't planning to meddle in their affairs anymore. "Bang!" Hao Jian forcefully slammed Chen Zifan to the ground, a move that left Chen Zifan dazed and unable to get up for quite a while. At that moment, Hao Jian stomped on Chen Zifan's knee. "Aow!" Chen Zifan let out a sharp cry on the spot, his entire body tensed as if his muscles were being pulled, his agonizing scream tearing through the hospital. "Young man, you should learn some manners, otherwise you're going to suffer," said Hao Jian, patting Chen Zifan's contorted, twitching face before delivering a kick to his head. Bang! S~eaʀᴄh the NovelFire.net* website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Chen Zifan's head hit the floor, and his cries suddenly stopped. "Finally, some peace," Hao Jian revealed a cruel smile. "Zifan, Zifan, are you okay, Zifan!" Chen Dexiu rushed over, embracing his son, whose life or death was uncertain, looking suddenly decades older. "Don't worry, I didn't kill him, just crippled him. After all, you said it yourself, you are the old man's brother. I have to give the old man some face, don't I?" Hao Jian said with a grin, his arrogance enough to infuriate anyone! Chen Dexiu watched Hao Jian through gritted teeth, looking as if he wanted to tear Hao Jian limb from limb. "I really dislike when people look at me with that sort of eyes. If you keep glaring at me like that, I think I will have no choice but to gouge out your eyes," said Hao Jian, shrugging his shoulders in feigned helplessness. Upon hearing this, Chen Dexiu quickly suppressed his emotions and lowered his head, no longer daring to glare at Hao Jian. Since Hao Jian dared to hurt his son in public, it meant that he truly didn't care about the law, and gouging out his eyes wouldn't be a problem for him. Against such a ruthless person, Chen Dexiu thought it was better not to provoke him. "Tsk, tsk, tsk, look at how you have no backbone. I tell you to stop glaring, and you just stop. Are you still planning on avenging your son with your cowardice? Do you even have the right?" Chen Dexiu was so angry he almost spit blood—this was too damn frustrating! "Alright, I won't tease you anymore, just get lost and pay the medical bills on your way out," Hao Jian said impatiently, gesturing for Chen Dexiu to leave as if shooing away an annoying fly. Chen Dexiu took Chen Zifan away, his face full of shame, casting a seething look at Chen Dexing and his daughter, and then left resentfully. However, throughout the process, he never dared to glance in Hao Jian's direction. "I'm really sorry about this, Hao Jian, for causing such a scene," said Chen Dexing with an apologetic face. Even now, he seemed distressed. If he could have helped it, no one would want family to turn against each other. "It's okay, old man, I've seen all of life's warmth and coldness. Nothing surprises me anymore," replied Hao Jian, waving it off as if he had seen worse. Chen Dexing gave a wry smile, then calmed his emotions and changed the subject, "Let's not talk about this anymore, I have something very important to discuss with you." "What is it?" Hao Jian asked, surprised. Chen Dexing looked at Hao Jian, then at Chen Zhiyan, and said, "Since you are not an outsider, I'll speak plainly. I plan to sell that piece of land and give the money from the sale to you and Zhiyan." He trusted Hao Jian completely. Knowing how much Chen Zhiyan adored Hao Jian, she would definitely not hide the news of a highly valuable plot of land from her family. And from Hao Jian's earlier comments, Chen Dexing gathered that Hao Jian already knew. In such a scenario, most people would wish for his swift death since, once he was gone, Chen Zhiyan would be left alone and they could easily sweet-talk the land out of her hands. But Hao Jian hadn't acted that way; he chose to extend his own life, to let him live another ten years, which meant Hao Jian would wait ten more years to get that land. This meant that Hao Jian was not after his money. Since Hao Jian was willing to act this way, he should too! "No, I can understand you giving it to Chen Zhiyan, but why give it to me?" said Hao Jian, both amused and dismayed. After all, he was an outsider, wasn't he? "Hey... you can't say that. Now that you and Zhiyan are together, you're practically my son-in-law. Whether I give it to her or to you, isn't it all the same?" Chen Dexing said. "Son-in-law?" Hao Jian was caught between laughter and tears, looking at Chen Zhiyan for help. Chen Zhiyan could not help but blush, somewhat annoyed, "Dad, what are you talking about? When did I tell you Hao Jian was my boyfriend? We're just normal friends." " "

Chapter 382 Son-in-law

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