Live-in Son-in-law
Chapter 31: Unparalleled Hero

However, Qin Yi was having dinner at their house that evening, so he arrived late. He initially wanted to slack off in his office, but when his subordinates reported that there was trouble in the banquet hall, he didn’t pay much attention. But upon hearing it involved Xia Yanbing, he rushed over without further thought.

Everyone watched Dong Zhiping stride over; the incident had escalated enough to even alarm Dong Zhiping.

Liu Zhanyuan was slightly startled. Although it was inappropriate to take action on Dong Zhiping’s turf, he wasn’t too worried because he knew Mr. Qin had visited the Dong Family that afternoon, indicating that Dong Zhiping was also associated with Qin Yi.

"President Dong." Liu Zhanyuan greeted him with a smile.

Dong Zhiping nodded in response, having already understood the situation somewhat. Zhang Lin, the fool, actually dared to provoke Xia Yanbing—he was courting death. However, the opportunity to make an impression in front of Qin Yi was seized by Liu Zhanyuan, which was truly a pity.

That afternoon, Dong Zhiping had witnessed Liu Zhanyuan respectfully escorting Qin Yi to his doorstep; Liu Zhanyuan was definitely aligned with Qin Yi.

"Mr. Xia, hello!" Dong Zhiping greeted Xia Yanbing with a smile.

Xia Yanbing was slightly stunned that someone of Dong Zhiping’s stature would actually initiate a greeting with her, which surprised her. She hurriedly responded, "Hello, President Dong!"

Dong Zhiping smiled, looked down at Zhang Lin, and said with a mocking tone, "Tsk tsk, what a mess. President Liu, you really went in hard."

Liu Zhanyuan chuckled, "Just following orders."

"Alright then, since both legs are broken, I’ll take these two arms then," Dong Zhiping said with a grin. He couldn’t let Liu Zhanyuan hog the spotlight in front of Qin Yi.

However, those around them were dumbfounded.

What did that mean? Was Dong Zhiping also going to deal with Zhang Lin?

"Wu Zi!" Dong Zhiping said nonchalantly.

Wu Zi stepped forward and squatted in front of Zhang Lin, grasping Zhang Lin’s left and right arms with his fan-like hands. With a sudden exertion, there were two cracking sounds as Zhang Lin’s arms were forcibly broken, the movements clean and crisp.

"Ah..." Zhang Lin screamed in agony, a foul stench spreading through the air, unclear whether it was from pain or fear, but he lost control of his bowels.

Everyone was fearful, their faces filled with horror.

Dong Zhiping picked his ears, "Calling out like a slaughtered pig. It’s just two broken arms, does it hurt that much? I don’t feel a thing. Wu Zi, shut him up."

Just two broken arms? Everyone shivered at Dong Zhiping’s ruthlessness.

Wu Zi lifted a foot and directly kicked Zhang Lin’s head, cutting off his screams, and knocking him out.

"Damn, what a stink. I’ve always heard that the youngest son of the Zhang Family was someone impressive, but seeing is believing—what a waste. Hurry and throw him out, my carpet is quite expensive, don’t stain it," Dong Zhiping said disdainfully, waving his hand.

Zhang Lin was quickly dragged away.

Dong Zhiping looked around and said loudly, "Gentlemen, my apologies, my apologies for interrupting your enjoyment. Tonight’s expenses are all on me."

Everyone chuckled awkwardly, exchanging polite remarks with Dong Zhiping.

"Thank you, President Dong!" Xia Yanbing didn’t know why Dong Zhiping broke Zhang Lin’s arms, but since it helped her, she hastily expressed her gratitude.

Dong Zhiping laughed, "No need to thank me, Mr. Xia—just fulfilling a request."

Xia Yanbing was taken aback. That phrase again?

"Mr. Xia, please don’t make it difficult for me. I dare not reveal that person’s identity." Knowing what Xia Yanbing wanted to ask, Dong Zhiping preempted with a smile.

Xia Yanbing was filled with shock and confusion; it was apparent someone had Dong Zhiping and Liu Zhanyuan come to help her, but they wouldn’t reveal who it was. The reverence in their words was obvious. Who could it be, able to command these two?

Those around were even more astounded. Who exactly was protecting Xia Yanbing, capable of directing personalities like Liu Zhanyuan and Dong Zhiping?

Liu Zhanyuan glanced at Dong Zhiping and smiled, "President Dong, let’s have tea some time."

"Let’s make it a drink instead," Dong Zhiping smiled.

"Then it’s settled. In that case, I’ll take my leave first." Liu Zhanyuan said with a smile.

Dong Zhiping nodded.

Liu Zhanyuan said, "Mr. Xia, may I give you a ride home?"

"President Liu has much to attend to; let me take Mr. Xia instead." Dong Zhiping smiled.

"President Dong is even busier; I’ll take Mr. Xia, that’s fine."

Everyone around was stunned. What was going on, as if escorting Xia Yanbing was a great honor?

Xia Yanbing was also overwhelmed with shock. The two competing to escort her surely wasn’t because she was that significant, but because of the person secretly protecting her.

"President Liu, Mr. Xia, thank you both for your kindness. I drove myself and will be fine going back alone."

Liu Zhanyuan gave Dong Zhiping a displeased look.

Dong Zhiping returned the glare without backing down.

Xia Yanbing couldn’t help but laugh and cry. The person who entrusted Liu Zhanyuan and Dong Zhiping to protect her must wield significant power to turn these two into squabbling cocks.

"President Liu, President Dong, farewell!"

Liu Zhanyuan and Dong Zhiping nodded with smiles.

Once Xia Yanbing left, Liu Zhanyuan looked at Dong Zhiping and sneered, "President Dong, you’re really good at stealing the spotlight."

"What are you saying? This is my turf. Wouldn’t I have to take action if Zhang Lin caused trouble here?" Dong Zhiping said with a smile.

Both men knew each other had connections to Qin Yi but didn’t know the other knew about their own connection.

"We’ll drink another day." Liu Zhanyuan waved his hand and left directly.

"You’re treating!" Dong Zhiping shouted.

...

When Xia Yanbing returned home, Qin Yi still hadn’t gone to bed.

"You’re back?" Qin Yi asked with a smile.

Xia Yanbing nodded coldly, went into the bathroom, and after washing up, said a brief goodnight before heading to bed.

Qin Yi’s lips curved slightly; Liu Zhanyuan had already called.

In such matters, Qin Yi knew Xia Yanbing wouldn’t talk to him. After all, in Xia Yanbing’s eyes, even if she spoke of it, he wouldn’t be able to help her.

Xia Yanbing tossed and turned in bed, unable to sleep, her mind constantly circling back to who might be secretly protecting her. After much effort, as she finally fell asleep, she slipped into a bizarre dream.

In the dream, she saw the one who had been secretly protecting her—tall, handsome as if otherworldly, draped in sun rays and gracefully approaching her on a white horse, perfectly fitting the image of a prince charming in every girl’s heart.

But suddenly, the prince vanished, replaced by Qin Yi, and the white horse became a wheelchair... Xia Yanbing woke up startled.

Instinctively, Xia Yanbing looked at Qin Yi; in the darkness, she could only see his silhouette, hear his light snores, and couldn’t help but chuckle wryly. Qin Yi would never become the hero that protected her.

Xia Yanbing lightly patted her own face, feeling a bit hot; who would have thought she’d have such a dream? But being in her twenties, never having had a romantic relationship, dreaming of a prince wasn’t unusual.

She was just a woman who also needed protection. From today, onward, this mysterious protector would be her hero. She’d keep it as her unique secret, never telling anyone.

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