Glamorous Doctor
Chapter 720

Chapter 720: Chapter 720

"Wait, I’ll give you the ten thousand yuan."

Zhang Yang immediately took out his phone and transferred ten thousand yuan to Lin Fucheng right there and then.

Always the type to never let himself suffer a loss, Zhang Yang only hoped at this moment that Tang Tiantian would be treated kindly when she went home later.

Tang Tiantian tried to stop him, but it was absolutely useless—Lin Fucheng had already taken the money on the spot.

"Zhang Yang, I’ll pay you back later," Tang Tiantian whispered to Zhang Yang while Lin Fucheng was busy accepting the transfer.

Zhang Yang’s heart ached for Tang Tiantian. She used to be confident and knowledgeable, radiating charm wherever she went.

But now, she had become so cautious and reserved.

Zhang Yang was itching to teach Lin Fucheng a harsh lesson, but he quickly realized that even if Lin Fucheng didn’t dare do anything to him, he would surely retaliate against Tang Tiantian.

So Zhang Yang had no choice but to hold himself back.

With the ten thousand yuan in hand, Lin Fucheng tried to head into the card room to gamble some more, but Zhang Yang suddenly said coldly, "If you dare step inside again, I’ll break your legs."

"Get the hell out of here, and if I find out you lay a finger on Mr. Tang again, I swear I’ll skin you alive."

"You..." Lin Fucheng started to curse, but one look from Zhang Yang froze him in his tracks.

"Fine, you remember this," Lin Fucheng snorted, grabbed Tang Tiantian’s hand, and stormed off.

Watching the two drive away, Zhang Yang felt a knot in his stomach. He wanted to help Tang Tiantian but didn’t know how.

At that moment, someone spoke up and said to Zhang Yang, "Kid, you’re alright. A real man, gutsy and loyal, sticking up for your teacher. Respect!"

Zhang Yang turned and asked, "And you are?"

"I’m the owner of this card room. Everyone calls me Fourth Brother Zhao."

Upon hearing this, Zhang Yang replied politely, "Brother Zhao, could you tell me more about Lin Fucheng?"

As he spoke, Zhang Yang handed over a cigarette.

"Haha, sure thing. Just for calling me Brother Zhao, let’s chat a bit," Fourth Brother Zhao said.

He then waved at someone nearby to bring over some barbecue and beer, setting up a small table right outside.

Watching the owner’s bold style and streetwise demeanor, Zhang Yang sat down as well.

The others nearby went back to their games or left as they pleased.

"Kid."

"Just call me Zhang Yang."

"Alright, Zhang Yang, you’re young, but you seem like a righteous guy. You must know some moves, right?"

Zhang Yang nodded, "Nothing impressive, just enough to scrape by."

"Heh," Brother Zhao chuckled, "Modest, huh? Modesty’s good. I’ve seen plenty of capable people, but the more skilled someone is, the more arrogant they tend to be. It’s a common flaw. In the end, few of them meet good ends."

"Earlier, I could tell right away—you’re not the kind of person who’d give Lin Fucheng ten thousand yuan easily."

"It’s probably for your teacher, isn’t it?"

Zhang Yang didn’t deny it. "I just want her to suffer less."

"Heh, you’re fooling yourself. That ten thousand yuan? Most likely down the drain."

"Tonight, your teacher won’t avoid a beating for sure. Lin Fucheng’s got a heart as narrow as a needle. You embarrassed him like that, and since he can’t win against you, he’ll definitely take it out on her."

Hearing these words, Zhang Yang jumped up instantly, ready to chase after them.

Brother Zhao grabbed him immediately. "Don’t go. Even if you catch up, what good will it do? Can you protect her for a day? A lifetime?"

Zhang Yang clenched his fist but eventually relaxed it, powerless.

"Don’t be so angry. At least the ten thousand yuan made Lin Fucheng happy. Even if your teacher gets beaten, it likely won’t be too severe," Brother Zhao said, trying to console him.

After hearing this, Zhang Yang could only hope that was the case.

"Brother Zhao, does Lin Fucheng come here often to gamble?" Zhang Yang asked.

"Yep, he’s a regular. Frankly, he’s a real idiot—no skills, yet he dares to gamble with seasoned players."

"Lately, he’s been losing big—upward of several hundred thousand yuan."

"I reckon he’s scraping the bottom of the barrel. Heard he’s already borrowing from loan sharks."

Zhang Yang furrowed his brow, then looked warily at Brother Zhao, "These loan sharks?"

Brother Zhao chuckled, "Don’t look at me like that. I’m just providing a venue and taking a small cut. Loan sharks have nothing to do with me."

"Of course, I stay out of such things altogether. One willing to lend, one desperate to borrow—it’s none of my business. I’ve got to make a living too."

Zhang Yang didn’t think much of it. He knew Brother Zhao was likely more complex than he let on.

Pouring a drink for Brother Zhao, Zhang Yang asked, "Brother Zhao, does my teacher know about the loan sharks?"

"She doesn’t. But hey, we met by chance today, and I like you, kid, so I’ll give you a tip: convince your teacher to stay away from Lin Fucheng while you can."

"Lin Fucheng’s bound to hit rock bottom sooner or later. Loan sharks are monsters—they’ll chew you up without spitting out the bones."

"When Lin Fucheng can’t pay anymore, he’ll sell his house, his wife."

"After his wife, his kids. There’s nothing he won’t sell."

"As long as he’s gambling, he’ll sell anything he can."

"Plus, your teacher’s quite the beauty. Coming here to find him so often, I wouldn’t be surprised if she’s already caught someone’s eye."

"Lately, Lin Fucheng’s losing streak’s only getting worse."

Zhang Yang’s heart sank—if even Brother Zhao said so, there must already be signs.

Anger boiled inside Zhang Yang. How could such scum exist in this world?

He was already worried for Tang Tiantian. Now he was even more uneasy.

Just like Brother Zhao said, he needed to warn Mr. Tang and urge her to get away from Lin Fucheng quickly.

Still, Zhang Yang knew this wouldn’t be easy. Gamblers and addicts were the hardest to deal with.

He poured another drink for Brother Zhao, appreciating that these words could potentially offend some loan sharks.

"Brother Zhao, your kindness means more than words can express, but may I ask just one more favor?"

"No need to be so formal, Zhang Yang. Tell me."

Zhang Yang didn’t beat around the bush. "If Lin Fucheng ever truly harms my teacher, please help me protect her and pass a message to those big bosses—they won’t regret helping me."

Brother Zhao hesitated, puzzled. "Why go to such lengths, Zhang Yang?"

"Because my teacher genuinely treated me well, and I can’t stand by and watch her suffer," Zhang Yang said earnestly.

Brother Zhao admired his resolve. "Alright, righteous man!"

"From today, you’re my friend. If your teacher comes here, I’ll keep her safe for a time."

Zhang Yang responded by downing an entire bottle of beer and immediately went out to buy ten packs of premium cigarettes.

"Brother Zhao, thank you. I’ll treat you to a meal later on. Please help me distribute these cigarettes to the big guys."

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