The message appeared on Zheng Xiuxin's phone, but she wasn't the first one to see it.
Ever since Zheng Xiuxin's face was disfigured, she had been unwilling to come into contact with reflective surfaces like a phone screen.
Therefore, the one who saw this message was her younger brother.
After Zheng Ze saw the message, his first reaction was to go and settle the score with that rich young lady.
Seeing her brother turn around to leave, Zheng Xiuxin asked in confusion, "Ze, where are you going?"
"Sis, I'm a bit thirsty, I'm going to buy a bottle of water."
Having said this, Zheng Ze hurriedly left.
He had only taken a few steps when Zheng Xiuxin called out to him, "Wait a minute!"
Zheng Ze turned around, "What's wrong, sis?"
"There's water in the ward, what are you really up to?"
"I..." Under his sister's piercing gaze, Zheng Ze could only reveal his true intention.
Zheng Xiuxin glanced at the text message, her expression souring, "How can you be so sure that this message is real? What if it's just a trap set by someone from the live broadcast room? Can't you be more cautious?"
Zheng Ze was at a loss for words, "Then, what should we do? We can't just do nothing, right? Besides, it's all over the internet now that the products from the live broadcast room were all done by the Shi Family's daughter. The Shi Family is so wealthy; they can't possibly refuse to compensate for medical expenses, right?"
Zheng Xiuxin hesitated.
The siblings were unaware that, without their knowledge, someone had already gone to seek justice on their behalf.
This was also part of An Siqi's plan.
Tang Baiwan had immediately investigated the personal relationships of the victim, Zheng Xiuxin.
By chance, he discovered a ruffian who was infatuated with her.
An Siqi had sent him a message in advance, making sure that Shi Yaoguang would show up at the appointment, and then "inadvertently" led him to buy some "nice stuff".
At the moment, he was leaning behind the stone lion at the entrance of Jinhe Palace, waiting.
Soon, a taxi stopped at the entrance to Jinhe Palace.
A beautiful young girl stepped out of the car. The ruffian confirmed the identity of the newcomer and was just about to make his move when suddenly, a chorus of honking erupted from behind him.
In less than three minutes, eight police cars neatly surrounded the young girl and came to a halt.
Seeing such an array, who would dare to move against her?
He could only stand there dumbfounded, watching the plainclothes police step out of the cars and speak with the young girl for a moment before following her into Jinhe Palace.
"Goodness, isn't that a bit over the top?"
The ruffian couldn't help but mutter to himself, "Is this the life of the rich? So many cops acting as her bodyguards?"
A passerby who heard his words couldn't restrain a snicker, "Young man, what are you thinking about? That setup is probably because she's in trouble. Who told you police serve as bodyguards? They are public servants working to solve problems for the community."
The ruffian nodded vaguely, "Right, I was overthinking it."
He had indeed been startled a moment ago; if the Shi Family's daughter was that powerful, even having police at her beck and call, how could he ever take revenge for the lady of his dreams?
Shi Yaoguang had no idea that she'd just avoided a crisis.
After separating from the police, she went to the private room An Siqi had told her about.
An Siqi was astonished to see her unharmed, "How come you..."
Shi Yaoguang swept her with a look, "Surprised to see me come over?"
"No, not at all," An Siqi said, her eyes betraying a hint of guilt.
She truly couldn't understand; she had made such meticulous arrangements, yet how could Shi Yaoguang have come through unscathed?
Wasn't there supposed to be a passionate admirer of Zheng Xiuxin?
Didn't Zheng Xiuxin have an impulsive younger brother?
How could her two-pronged approach have let Shi Yaoguang arrive in peace?
It just didn't make sense!
Perhaps An Siqi didn't realize that her thoughts were already clearly written on her face.
Shi Yaoguang's lips curved into a smile, seemingly helpless as she said, "You might not believe this, but it looks like we won't be able to have our meal today."
An Siqi was startled, "What do you mean?"
Her heart had already started pounding.
Had Shi Yaoguang already discovered something?
If she really had found out, how should I explain myself?
Even if I did explain, would Shi Yaoguang listen?
All kinds of thoughts exploded in her mind, when she heard Shi Yaoguang say, "The owner of Jinhe Palace is involved with the underworld, and the place has been sealed off."
An Siqi: "..."
That gave her a fright!
Breathing a sigh of relief, she asked, "Yaoguang, how did you know the owner of Jinhe Palace was involved with the underworld?" This was big news; it didn't make sense for there to be no sign of it.
Shi Yaoguang looked at her calmly and replied, "I reported it."
"So it was you who repo— " An Siqi stopped mid-sentence, her face a picture of confusion, "What, what did you say?"
Shi Yaoguang sighed softly, "There's a saying that it's better to mind one's own business. I didn't want to get involved in all this, but..."
"But what?"
"You were here, weren't you? I was worried the owner of Jinhe Palace might harm you, so I reported him. It's good that you're safe~"
Listening to her grateful tone, An Siqi almost rolled her eyes and fainted.
But then, Shi Yaoguang suddenly pointed behind her and asked, "Didn't you arrange to have a meal with me only today?"
It was then that An Siqi remembered—Tang Baiwan was also here.
According to her original plan, Shi Yaoguang should never have been able to enter the private room; she should have been taken care of outside.
Who would have thought that she would end up reporting the owner of Jinhe Palace?
This move completely stunned her.
Now that she herself was safe, An Siqi dared not let her stay with Tang Baiwan, that old letch.
It wasn't Shi Yaoguang's purity she was concerned for, of course.
What she worried about was, with Shi Yaoguang being prettier and having a better figure than her, what if she showed the slightest intention of getting on Tang Baiwan's good side, and he wavered in his position?
After all, she had only secured his support through her own sacrifices.
Shi Yaoguang saw her nervousness and kindly asked, "Siqi, what's the matter? Is this inconvenient for you?"
An Siqi laughed it off: "I happened to run into Manager Tang on my way to the restroom, so I invited him to sit with us... Manager Tang usually doesn't like to mingle with others, so..."
This was a discreet way of asking her to leave.
Shi Yaoguang's eyes showed understanding, "I see, then I won't disturb you."
After speaking, she left with a light step.
No sooner had she left than the people behind Jinhe Palace received the news.
Once they found out that Jinhe Palace was reported because of An Siqi, they naturally showed no mercy.
So...
When Shi Yaoguang received another message from An Siqi, the latter was already lying in a hospital.
"Yaoguang, Manager Tang and I were attacked. I've suffered unwarranted misfortune because of you. You must come to the hospital to see me, no matter what!"
Shi Yaoguang readily agreed.
At that moment, she was enjoying a sumptuous breakfast at Quan Mansion.
Upon hearing her conversation with An Siqi, the butler proactively inquired, "Madam, are you going to the hospital? Do you need a car prepared?"
Shi Yaoguang pondered, "Send a car to follow me."
After speaking, she belatedly remembered something...