Gao Wu: I'll enjoy the benefits, but you'll bear the side effects.

As Hou Youcai spoke, his face was completely filled with anger.

His facial features were contorted with extreme anger, and the veins on his forehead bulged and throbbed as if they would burst through his skin at any moment.

His eyes were wide open, and the burning anger within them seemed to want to incinerate everything in front of him.

His expression seemed to suggest that he wanted to explode at this moment and fight Gao Jie and the others to the death without any regard for the consequences.

That ruthlessness—anyone who saw it could feel the madness and determination within it.

Hou Youcai seemed to be blinded by anger, or as if he were possessed, and despite Gao Jie's attempts to stop him, he stubbornly reached out to pull the switch again.

Seeing this, Gao Jie was extremely anxious and tried his best to stop him.

But at this moment, Hou Youcai was like a wild beast out of control, with astonishing strength.

Gao Jie tried his best, but felt that at this moment, he could no longer stop it.

Hou Youcai's hand was almost touching the switch when it was completely switched off. The crackling sound of the current grew increasingly piercing, as if relentlessly announcing the approach of death.

At that moment, Gao Jie, Huang Muran, and Huang Xu felt a chill of despair rise from their feet to their hearts, as if the cold scythe of death was already at their necks.

The shadow of death loomed over them, making it almost impossible for them to breathe. They felt as if they were about to be swallowed by the powerful electric current, and their lives were about to come to an abrupt end.

Huang Muran, on the other hand, appeared remarkably calm, with an indifferent expression on his face, as if he were facing not a life-or-death crisis, but a trivial matter.

After all, in this long journey of life, he had witnessed too much of the warmth and coldness of human relationships, and had gained a more detached and open-minded attitude towards life and death.

Everyone dies eventually, so what's the use of being afraid?

Rather than struggling in fear, it's better to face it calmly; perhaps then you can leave with more dignity.

Huang Xu, however, was completely different. He was already so frightened that his face turned deathly pale and his lips trembled incessantly.

Large tears rolled uncontrollably down her cheeks, and her incessant sobbing sounded especially pitiful in the tense atmosphere.

Clearly, he never imagined he was so young, and that his wonderful life was just beginning.

They were about to be forced to leave this colorful world full of infinite possibilities, their hearts filled with fear of death and reluctance to part with life.

Gao Jie had no time to think about anything else at this moment, his mind involuntarily replaying the image of his parents seeing him off at the airport.

The warm smile, the earnest words of advice, and the eyes full of concern and love flashed before his eyes like scenes from a movie.

Those days were filled with love and care, and they may truly be the most unforgettable period of my life. But now, they may become a memory forever, leaving me with a heart full of helplessness and sorrow.

But what more could he say now that things had come to this? He could only silently close his eyes, as if giving up the struggle, no longer considering any issues, and waiting for the possible misfortune to come.

But at this critical moment, when everyone was almost in despair, a familiar voice, like a lightning bolt piercing the darkness, suddenly rang out in the silent and oppressive space.

"Stop, you bastard! What are you doing?"

The voice was powerful and resonant, carrying an undeniable authority and anger.

Upon hearing this voice, Gao Jie's previously lifeless heart was instantly ignited, and he was so excited that he almost shouted out loud, because it was Xu Wenfeng's voice!

For them at that moment, this voice was nothing short of a lifeline, a ray of hope shining through the abyss of despair.

Hou Youcai probably never expected that Xu Wenfeng would appear here.

His face turned extremely ugly in an instant, alternating between pale and flushed. His previously arrogant demeanor seemed to have been doused with a bucket of cold water, instantly extinguishing much of it.

For a moment, he was completely at a loss for words, his mouth agape, but he couldn't utter a single word for a long time.

He just stood there, stunned, looking somewhat lost.

Hou Youcai subconsciously withdrew his hand, his face full of nervousness, and he stammered as he tried to explain something to Xu Wenfeng.

His usual arrogant demeanor had vanished without a trace; now he resembled a child who had done something wrong and was eager to excuse himself.

Unfortunately, Xu Wenfeng was too angry to listen to his nonsense.

"Look at yourself! Do you know what you're doing?"

Xu Wenfeng frowned, his eyes wide with anger, his expression a mixture of disappointment and rage. His voice rose involuntarily, echoing in the space and sounding even more authoritative.

"I'm asking you, do you still understand what you're doing?"

As he spoke, he took a few steps closer to Hou Youcai, his powerful aura making it almost impossible for Hou Youcai to breathe.

"This matter wouldn't have been a big deal originally, but look at the stupid things you're doing now."

Xu Wenfeng was furious. He clenched his fists and waved his arms wildly, his emotions becoming increasingly agitated.

He was spewing out words like a machine gun, throwing a tantrum, as if he was determined to teach Hou Youcai a lesson before he would stop.

This was something Hou Youcai hadn't expected at all; he never imagined Xu Wenfeng would get so angry.

Moreover, their appearance here at this time has put them in an even more passive position.

Gao Jie and the others were also very puzzled. Xu Wenfeng should have been in Jincheng, so why did he suddenly come here?

What are the reasons behind this?

They were completely baffled, watching this dramatic scene unfold with a mixture of relief and curiosity.

Just as they were wondering, Xu Rourou popped her head out and quickly ran over to ask someone for the key to open the door.

"I know something must have happened to you guys, and you even sent me back. Did you really think I couldn't help at all? Let me tell you the truth, I never abandon someone I've chosen as a friend, understand?"

"Have you all always treated me like a rich girl? Let me tell you the truth, I'm not that kind of person. I've always wanted to be good friends with you."

Gao Jie and the others then realized that Xu Rourou had already noticed something was wrong a long time ago. Although she didn't say anything, she had been taking action all along.

Moreover, Xu Rourou has been actively helping to deal with the situation, so it's not surprising that things have come to this point.

Hou Youcai knelt on the ground, his forehead already bruised and swollen from the banging, but he paid no attention to the pain. He just kept pleading with Xu Wenfeng, his eyes filled with despair and helplessness, and he kept muttering to himself.

"Master, please forgive me. I really have no other choice. They killed my only son. I'm already so old, and now I've lost my son. What am I going to do?"

His voice was choked with sobs, and his body trembled slightly from excessive tension and fear. His pitiful and disheveled appearance made anyone who saw him feel the torment he was going through.

"I really can't swallow this. I have to get rid of these little bastards. They killed my son!"

As Hou Youcai spoke, he kowtowed several more times, the "thump-thump" sounds particularly dull in the silent space, as if each kowtow was hitting his own shattered heart.

Xu Wenfeng simply sighed slightly and slowly opened the wine bottle. The "pop" of the cork popping out seemed rather abrupt at that moment.

He elegantly poured himself a glass of red wine, gently sniffed it, and then slowly took a sip, as if savoring the aroma of the wine, or perhaps using this action to calm his emotions. After a while, he slowly began to speak.

"Get up, there's no need for this to be like this."

Xu Wenfeng's tone was tinged with helplessness, but his eyes still held a hint of indifference. He looked at Hou Youcai and continued speaking.

"I know your son is in trouble, but even if you kill them now, your son won't come back. Don't worry, I know what's going on with your son."

However, Hou Youcai seemed not to hear Xu Wenfeng's words and stubbornly remained kneeling on the ground, refusing to give up.

That determined attitude made Xu Wenfeng's face turn cold again, and a hint of impatience and anger flashed in his eyes.

"Since you put it that way, then I'll ask you this: why did these young people target your son instead of others?"

Xu Wenfeng's voice became low and serious, each word seeming to strike Hou Youcai's heart heavily.

"Don't think I don't know what your son is up to. I'm warning you, you can do what you should do, but you should never do what you shouldn't do. Don't you understand?"

As he spoke, he stood up from the sofa, slowly walked to Hou Youcai, looked down at him with a scrutinizing and intimidating gaze.

"I was going to give you face and have a proper talk with you, but you just don't care about saving face and insist on coming up to me so I can yell at you, don't you?"

Upon hearing this, Hou Youcai's body stiffened abruptly, and his expression instantly turned terrified. He opened his mouth, as if wanting to explain something, but he didn't know where to begin.

He knew in his heart that since Xu Wenfeng said that, he must have some understanding of his son's usual behavior. His impulsive act of revenge had undoubtedly crossed Xu Wenfeng's bottom line, and now it would be even more difficult for him to be forgiven.

His eyes were filled with panic, and large beads of sweat rolled down his forehead.

It crashed to the ground, splashing tiny droplets of water. He knelt there, stunned, lost in deep fear and despair.

"Listen to me, you're not allowed to touch these young people anymore, understand?"

Xu Wenfeng's voice was deep and authoritative, each word carrying an undeniable power, echoing in the silent space and crashing heavily into Hou Youcai's ears.

Hou Youcai was already trembling with fear, not daring to breathe, and could only nod frantically. His submissive appearance was a stark contrast to his previous arrogance.

At this moment, he dared not disobey in the slightest, hoping that Xu Wenfeng could calm down and stop pursuing his mistakes.

Xu Wenfeng expressionlessly pushed the wine glass away slowly. The wine swirled gently in the glass, creating ripples. Then he reached into the spy camera next to him and took something out. He held the object tightly in his hand, making it impossible to see what it was.

He looked up at Hou Youcai, his eyes revealing a hint of something unfathomable, but his tone remained icy.

"Don't worry, I will avenge you, don't worry."

Whether these words were a promise or had a deeper meaning was unclear, Hou Youcai felt both apprehensive and expectant upon hearing them.

A mix of emotions welled up inside me, but I dared not ask any more questions.

Meanwhile, in the speeding luxury car, the three young people who had escaped death sat in spacious and comfortable seats, their tense nerves finally relaxing, and they all breathed a sigh of relief.

The feeling of sudden relaxation after being extremely tense gave them a dreamlike illusion, as if the life-or-death crisis they had just experienced was just a nightmare.

Huang Xu was the first to come to his senses. He seemed to have completely forgotten his previous fear, excitedly took out his phone, and started taking pictures of the luxurious interior of the car. He even struck a few funny poses while muttering to himself.

"You should take photos and check in to prove you've ridden in a luxury car; this experience will make others envious."

His carefree attitude made the atmosphere in the car much more relaxed.

Xu Rourou looked at everyone with a bright smile on her face and made a suggestion.

"After everything that's happened, we've really stood by each other through thick and thin. I suggest we go out for a nice meal, what do you guys think?"

Her eyes sparkled as she looked at the others with anticipation.

Looking forward to our time together, we wanted to use a delicious meal to completely dispel the gloom that had just enveloped everyone's hearts.

Gao Jie and Huang Muran exchanged a smile and nodded in agreement.

After all, I just escaped death, and now I really need to treat myself to some good food.

Let's also celebrate this hard-won peace.