Chapter 115: Do Not Interfere

“Xia Yu, seeing you here is quite a surprise.”

Liang Zichao and Lin Yuxin strode over with a group of wealthy young men, exuding an imposing presence.

Everyone present belonged to the upper echelons of society, their statuses even more distinguished. In such circles, they were essentially the hosts.

Encountering Xia Yu here—someone they loathed to their core—rekindled old grudges and fresh animosities alike. There was no way they would let him off easily.

Before Liang Zichao could speak, the other young masters, aware of the situation, eagerly volunteered to back him up and deliver a harsh blow to Xia Yu.

After all, this was their specialty. Especially at a crowded banquet, stepping on someone’s dignity fed their vanity and showcased their noble status to all.

“I told you, hanging around this guy is nothing but bad luck and embarrassment,” sneered the bespectacled youth.

Seeing Lin Yuxin, Zhao Sijie’s expression darkened. She remembered her well and knew she was formidable. Xia Yu was bound to be in trouble.

“Brother Yu, what should we do?”

“Don’t worry. They’re coming for me,” Xia Yu said, patting his hand reassuringly.

He looked up at them with a faint, knowing smile. “Yuxin, we’re divorced now, yet you still can’t let me go.”

“But you’ve married into the Liang family. Holding onto your old flame isn’t very proper, is it?”

“Oh, that’s right. Young Master Liang is generous-hearted. He probably won’t mind, especially since you’re not the first. He still forgave you because he loves you so much.”

One should never insult by revealing secrets or strike a person’s face when fighting. Ordinary people would fight back fiercely, let alone the prideful Liang Zichao.

Both men could tell Xia Yu’s words were loaded. Liang Zichao’s anger flared instantly, his eyes turning red.

Lin Yuxin was so furious she spat, “Shut up, or I’ll tear your mouth apart!”

“Oh, did I hit a sore spot again?” Xia Yu said calmly. “Since you know, why stand so close to me? Aren’t you just asking for trouble?”

“You…”

Lin Yuxin was too enraged to respond. If looks could kill, Xia Yu would have turned to ashes by now.

“Heh, I know you—discarded by the Lin family, a worthless dog who married into another house.”

“He’s got no talent, but his mouth is sharp. Sister-in-law, Brother Chao, don’t get riled up. Just deal with him directly.”

Wang Dong and the others remained silent, watching the drama unfold without intervening. No one dared to step in; everyone knew these young masters were not to be trifled with.

Zhang Jialong, hands in pockets, continued to sneer arrogantly, “Xia Yu, I’m curious—how does a worthless dog like you even qualify to be here?”

“If you got thrown out on the spot, that would be embarrassing, wouldn’t it? Want to try?”

“Of course. I’m in a good mood today. Otherwise, beg me, and I won’t call security.”

“Hey, you’re going too far. Why should you kick us out?” Zhao Sijie stood angrily. “Don’t look down on us. We got in here with official invitations.”

Seeing Xia Yu targeted again by his ex-wife, Zhao Sijie didn’t want him to face it alone and bravely stood by him.

“Oh? And who are you?”

Zhang Jialong’s eyes gleamed as he stared at Zhao Sijie. Compared to the women dressed in elegant gowns like socialites, her little suit was less dazzling.

But upon closer look, she was a rare beauty, with an alluring figure and striking features. Particularly her shapely hips made her all the more captivating, and her face and demeanor were quite pleasing to the eye.

“I’m Xia Yu’s girlfriend,” Zhao Sijie replied firmly.

“Wow, this worthless dog sure has some luck with women, managing to find such a beautiful girlfriend,” Zhang Jialong said with playful mockery. “But, beautiful or not—”

“Invitation or no invitation doesn’t matter. If I want him out, security will toss him out with one word, got it?”

“You…”

Zhao Sijie was speechless.

“But Xia Yu, you don’t need to beg me,” Zhang Jialong sneered coldly. “Your girlfriend is pretty enough. How about she keeps me company tonight, and you can stay here?”

At those words, Xia Yu’s eyes darkened. He stood and approached him directly.

“What are you doing?”

The young masters glared arrogantly at him.

“She’s my woman. You have no right to insult her. Apologize.” Xia Yu’s voice was cold and deep.

“Heh, are you crazy?” Zhang Jialong scoffed. “You want me to apologize to a worthless dog like you?”

“Ha! This worthless dog is quite amusing.”

“Interesting indeed. To think he’d dare ask Brother Long to apologize. No way, I can’t hold it in—I’m dying of laughter…”

The others mockingly clutched their stomachs, laughing as if they were watching a fool.

“What a disgrace,” muttered the bespectacled youth bitterly from the sofa.

“I told you not to bring him. What were you thinking?” Wang Dong shot him a glance but said nothing, focusing instead on Zhao Sijie’s shifting expression.

‘Sijie, you should see clearly now. Being with a divorced loser like him means no future, only endless humiliation.’

Liang Zichao and his group already drew attention, and the disturbance made many onlookers whisper and point fingers.

They looked at Xia Yu as if he were a fool.

“What a clueless idiot, daring to challenge Young Masters Liang and Zhang here!”

“Just asking to be trampled. Serves him right.”

Amidst the crowd, a voice of surprise rang out, “Hey, it’s him.”

“Zitong, you know him?” Chu Bin asked his daughter curiously.

Chu Zitong snapped back to attention and nodded, “Yes, a brief acquaintance.”

“Oh, better stay away from people like him. Look at who he’s offended—none of those backgrounds are easy to mess with,” Chu Bin said, worry creasing his brow.

Chu Zitong hesitated, then changed the subject. “Dad, looks like it’s going to be very difficult for us to complete tonight’s mission.”

He sighed without a word.

Their company was currently facing a crisis. A recent investment project had encountered setbacks, draining their funds severely.

If they couldn’t inject more money soon, the project would fail, their capital wasted, and bankruptcy might follow.

They came to this banquet to expand connections and seek investors.

There were many capable people here, but no one took them seriously, let alone considered investing.

“Yuxin, what are you trying to do?!”

Back with Xia Yu, as the jeering continued, Lin Yuqing suddenly appeared, her young face icy and stern.

“Yuqing, this isn’t your business,” Lin Yuxin said, scowling. “Don’t meddle.”

“Yeah, Yuqing, this is between us and Xia Yu. You shouldn’t interfere,” Liang Zichao frowned.