Wu Xiufan's anger burned fiercely. The Yu family had not only wronged Alex but had also attempted to harm him. Their actions were unforgivable. The lack of remorse, the absence of a sincere apology, fueled his determination to bring them to justice.
He vowed to hunt them down, to make them pay for their sins. He would not rest until they had faced the consequences of their actions. The Yu family would learn that their arrogance and cruelty would not go unpunished.
As Wu Xiufan and Alex walked away, their bond strengthened by the shared ordeal. They knew that their journey was far from over, but they were ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead. Together, they would fight for justice, love, and a future free from darkness.
Wu Xiufan's patience was wearing thin. A year had passed, yet there was no sign of retribution from the Yu family. Their once prominent social standing had dwindled, their influence waning. While this was a satisfying outcome, it wasn't enough.
Wu Xiufan yearned for a more decisive resolution, a punishment that would truly reflect the gravity of their crimes. He wouldn't rest until the Yu family had paid the ultimate price.
He knew that the Yu family was a complex web of power and influence. Every move he made would have far-reaching consequences. But he was determined to dismantle their empire, piece by piece.
The city, unaware of the silent war being waged behind the scenes, continued its daily routine. But for Wu Xiufan and Alex, the battle was far from over. Their love for each other, forged in the fires of adversity, would guide them through the darkness and into a brighter future.
Yu Cheng's position as family head was precarious. Yu Xuan was his only heir, and losing him would destabilize the entire family. During Yu Ze's crisis, Yu Cheng had nearly been ousted by rival family members. Despite the recent scandals and the powerful enemies he had made, Yu Cheng clung to his position, knowing that with careful maneuvering, he could maintain his power.
Yu Cheng sat in his opulent study, a frown marring his usually composed features. His only heir, Yu Xuan, had made a grave mistake. If he were to lose his son, his position as family head would be jeopardized. He recalled the time of Yu Ze's crisis, when a power struggle almost ousted him from his position.
Now, with Yu Xuan's actions, he had alienated powerful figures in the capital. Yet, despite the risks, he was confident in his ability to maintain his grasp on power. He would simply need to be more cautious, more strategic.
A flicker of resentment passed through his eyes. Yu Xuan, with his reckless behavior, had threatened the stability of the entire family. He would have to be disciplined, perhaps even exiled, to appease the forces that had been angered.
Still, Yu Cheng couldn't shake the feeling of unease. The future of the Yu family was uncertain, and he knew that he would have to navigate carefully to ensure its survival.
Wu Xiufan scoffed, his eyes filled with disdain. "If Yu Cheng truly cared about justice for Yu Ze, he would have punished Yu Xuan and spared the rest of the family. But he chose to protect his family's reputation instead. Such a man is unworthy of his position."
He knew that Yu Cheng was a coward, more concerned with preserving his power than seeking true justice. Wu Xiufan vowed to expose the Yu family's hypocrisy and bring them to ruin.
Wu Xiufan, fueled by a righteous anger, began a systematic dismantling of the Yu family's influence. He dispatched his trusted agents to investigate every corner of the family's vast empire, uncovering a web of corruption, deceit, and exploitation.
Each revelation was a blow to the Yu family's reputation. Their businesses, once pillars of the city, began to crumble under the weight of scrutiny. The once-powerful family was slowly but surely losing its grip on power.
Yu Cheng watched helplessly as his family's world crumbled around him. He realized the gravity of his mistake, the consequences of his indifference. The man who had once been a formidable force was now reduced to a mere spectator, powerless to stop the inevitable downfall.
Wu Xiufan's relentless pursuit of justice sent a clear message: no one was above the law, not even the most powerful families. The Yu family would pay for their sins, and their name would be forever tarnished.
The Yu family was reeling from the consequences of their actions. Their once-flourishing empire was crumbling, and their reputation was in tatters. Yu Cheng, the family head, bore the brunt of the criticism. He had failed to protect his family, and now they were paying the price.
Yet, despite the chaos, no one stepped forward to take the reins. The family members, once vying for power and influence, were now too afraid to take on the daunting task of rebuilding the family's shattered reputation.
Yu Cheng felt a sense of despair. He had spent his life building the family's legacy, only to see it crumble before his eyes. The weight of his failures pressed down on him, a heavy burden he couldn't shake.
Alex was waiting for Wu Xiufan in the bustling public square when he heard a familiar voice call out his name. He turned to see Madam Chang, her usually composed demeanor replaced by a look of desperation.
Her presence in such a public place was surprising, given the recent scandals and the scrutiny the Yu family was facing. Yet, there she stood, her eyes pleading.
Madam Chang's voice trembled as she continued, "I know what my son did was wrong, and I'm truly sorry for the pain he caused you. But please, consider the innocent members of the family. We're facing ruin, and I fear for their lives."
She paused, her eyes pleading. "If you help us, I promise we will repay you, in any way we can."
Alex remained silent, his expression unreadable. He knew the weight of the Yu family's sins, but he also understood the consequences of their downfall. The innocent members of the family, caught in the crossfire, were a cause for concern.
"Because of you, His Excellency has been relentless in his pursuit of the Yu family," Madam Chang pleaded. "Our family, with a century-old history, is on the brink of collapse. If you still consider yourself a part of this family, please help us."
Her voice, once filled with arrogance and disdain, was now laced with desperation. She was willing to stoop to any level, to any degree of humiliation, to save her family.
Alex remained silent, his expression unreadable. He knew the weight of the Yu family's sins, but he also understood the consequences of their downfall. Innocent lives were at stake, caught in the crossfire of their family's misdeeds.
Madam Chang smoothed back her hair and continued, "I know my son previously wronged you, but there's no reason for all of Yu Family to be forever made to pay for his mistake. If you are willing to help, I will personally bring him to apologize to you."
If he didn't already know that Madam Chang was the perpetrator that forced Yu Ze to become a covenantor, he would almost admire the courage it took her to lower her head and beg for leniency. Now that he, the obstacle to her interests, had been quickly removed, she could come with a virtuous expression to plead for her own interests.
I have to say, this woman really is able to adapt and survive in any situation; otherwise, she wouldn't have Yu Cheng so whipped that he would make such a destructive choice, causing Yu Family to sink to this condition.
Madam chang desperate grabed hand of Alex
Madam Chang smoothed her hair, her voice filled with desperation. "I know my son wronged you, but the entire family shouldn't suffer for his actions. If you're willing to help, I'll personally bring him to apologize."
Alex couldn't help but scoff internally. He knew the true nature of the Yu family, their arrogance and cruelty. Madam Chang, once a proud matriarch, was now reduced to begging. It was a fitting punishment for their past misdeeds.
Yet, he couldn't ignore the human cost. Innocent lives were at stake, caught in the crossfire of their family's downfall. He had to weigh his own desires for revenge against the potential consequences for the innocent.
Alex remained silent, his expression unreadable. He would consider her request, but he wouldn't be swayed by empty promises. The Yu family had wronged him, and they would pay the price.
Madam Chang's voice, once filled with arrogance, was now laced with desperation. "I hope you will consider my request. If you have any conditions, just say them. So long as I can fulfill them, I will."
She knew Yu Ze was a covenantor, powerless to impose conditions. This was a calculated move, a gamble on her part. Alex couldn't help but scoff internally. She was counting her chickens before they hatched, underestimating the man she had wronged. Yu Ze might be silenced, but Alex would not be. He would ensure justice, no matter the cost.