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

"Gao Jie, are you really not kidding me?"

Xu Wanwan's eyes widened, filled with doubt and unease.

"Let me tell you, this is a very dangerous thing. If you're joking with me, I'll get angry. You know this concerns the fate of my entire family and my own life; it's not something you can joke about."

Gao Jie sighed helplessly. Actually, when he arrived here, he was also feeling uneasy. He wasn't sure if it was Xu Wanwan or Xu Rourou who had come.

It wasn't until he saw the mole near Xu Wanwan's chest that he finally realized the person in front of him was indeed Xu Wanwan.

The main problem was that inexplicable system back then caused me to see many things I shouldn't have seen; otherwise, things wouldn't have turned out this way.

But none of that matters now. The most important thing is not to fall into someone's trap or be fooled, so that you don't end up confused and unaware of what happened.

"I swear I won't lie to you, because this matter is not simple."

Gao Jie spoke with a serious expression and a sincere tone.

"If you get scammed because of this, I'll feel really guilty. Besides, things have already gotten this far, why would I lie to you? I've taken such a big risk to come here just to tell you the truth and prevent you from getting into this dangerous mess."

"If you trust me, find an excuse to go back immediately, even if you're sick or not feeling well, but don't go through with the marriage. I'm worried that the important figures in the Qin family have taken a liking to you, rather than genuinely choosing a daughter-in-law for them. Think about it, the Qin family holds a very important position in Jinling, how could their family marriage be so hasty and casual? There must be some ulterior motive behind this."

Gao Jie's words struck Xu Wanwan like a bolt of lightning, instantly reminding her of something.

She frowned slightly, as if trying to recall something, and after a moment said:

"No wonder they specially brought me a dress and made me change into it. And that dress doesn't look like something a newlywed should wear at all... it looks like something someone would wear when being chosen as a concubine. The skirt is so long and the decorations are so gorgeous, it's not suitable for everyday walking at all. I felt something was strange at the time, but I didn't dare to ask too much."

"If what you're saying is true, then it seems quite possible. This situation is really strange."

Xu Wanwan's voice carried a hint of fear.

"So, if I were to leave now, where could I go? I'm really worried I won't be able to leave this place. It's too heavily guarded here. I just saw several third or fourth-level experts loitering around. They had sharp eyes and steady steps; they weren't easy to deal with. If I make even the slightest move, they'll probably notice."

Gao Jie smiled slightly, a smile that carried a hint of confidence and mystery.

"Guess how I got in? If those experts could spot us, they would have found out long ago, right? To tell you the truth, those experts are only concerned with protecting their master's safety, so they don't care about anything else. They're also worried about falling into a trap, understand? Their attention is focused on factors that might threaten the Qin family master. As for seemingly insignificant people like us, they won't easily make a move unless we provoke them."

"Don't be too nervous. If you ask me, just tell your dad now that you're not feeling well and you're going home to rest. After that, they'll definitely tell you to find a place to rest, and I'll come pick you up and take you away from here. I've already thought of an escape route, so you don't need to worry."

Xu Wanwan hesitated for a moment, but Gao Jie knew very well that she must be feeling sorry for her father.

He couldn't help but sigh inwardly, "Xu Wanwan, you are so naive and foolish."

But considering what Xu Wenfeng did, is it still necessary to feel sorry for him?

He sacrificed his daughter's happiness for his own benefit. Is such a person really worth your protection?

With this in mind, Xu Wanwan finally made up her mind.

"Alright, I'll trust you this once. I'll grab the things and go with you right away. I don't want to be tricked like this. I want to fight for my own destiny."

Xu Wanwan thought that her father would still consider their family ties and agree to let her go back to rest.

But to his surprise, Xu Wenfeng laughed as soon as he finished speaking.

There was no warmth or kindness in that laughter, only coldness and ruthlessness.

"It must be that bastard brat who's here, isn't it? I knew he'd come to mess things up! Today, I'm not going to let him take you away so easily!"

"Take Miss away to rest immediately! We absolutely cannot let this disrupt the wedding ceremony, do you hear me?" Xu Wenfeng roared at his men. "I don't care what happens to you today, you must stay with Young Master Qin! This is a matter of life and death for our family, and there can be no mistakes!"

Xu Wanwan was forcibly taken away by the Xu family's servants like a chick.

Her eyes were wide open, brimming with tears of despair and helplessness, the tears welling up and threatening to spill over.

She writhed desperately, her slender arms flailing wildly in the air, trying to break free from the iron grip that bound her. However, her frail strength seemed so insignificant in the face of these servants, and all her struggles were in vain. She could only watch helplessly as she drifted further and further away from Gao Jie.

Gao Jie had been waiting quietly in that secluded corner outside, like a statue. Time seemed to stretch on endlessly at that moment, and every passing second felt like a scratch on his heart.

His gaze was fixed on the direction Xu Wanwan had left in, and his anxiety grew wildly like weeds in his heart, but he still did not see Xu Wanwan's figure reappear.

He had a vague, extremely bad premonition, and his thoughts were tangled together like a jumbled mess.

Could it be that something happened to Xu Wanwan?

Could it be that they encountered an even more sinister plot from the Qin family on the way to be taken away, or that Xu Wenfeng changed his mind at the last minute and came up with some new and more insidious scheme to deal with them?

His brows were furrowed tightly, the deep wrinkles seeming capable of trapping a fly, and his eyes revealed an obvious anxiety and anger, like a beast about to be released from its cage.

He paced back and forth quickly, leaving shallow footprints on the ground beneath his feet.

Filled with doubt and unease, these emotions overwhelmed him like a tidal wave, and he kept muttering to himself:

"What's going on? Why isn't this person coming out? Has something happened? Or has Xu Wenfeng set up some new trap? What kind of conspiracy is hidden behind this?"

Time ticked by, and the longer he waited, the stranger it seemed. His ominous premonition grew stronger, like heavy dark clouds gathering in his heart, ready to unleash a torrential downpour at any moment.

He vaguely felt that something was not quite right, but just as he was pondering this, he suddenly heard footsteps approaching from afar.

The footsteps were neither hurried nor slow, carrying a deliberate leisure and arrogance.

A burly man with a face full of scars slowly walked to the side, a mocking smile on his face, a smile full of malice and ridicule.

Immediately afterwards, he kicked out with a whooshing sound, like a sharp axe, and slammed it heavily into the trash can next to him with a loud "bang." The sound was particularly jarring in the quiet environment, as if it were a demonstration and intimidation against Gao Jie.

"Gao family brat, get out here right now! Mr. Xu has made us wait here for ages. Hiding here won't do you any good, you know that?"

The man shouted at the top of his lungs, his voice full of provocation, the sound echoing in the air and making people's eardrums ache.

"Miss Xu has already been taken away. You can come out now and still have your life, but you'll have one leg broken, understand? This is what happens when you oppose Mr. Xu!"

Gao Jie did not act rashly because of the other party's provocation. His eyes instantly turned cold as knives. He knew that the other party was not friendly and must have come prepared. He had to deal with it carefully, because the slightest carelessness could lead to his doom.

He crouched slightly, his muscles tense, like a cheetah about to pounce on its prey, intently watching the other's every move.

But to everyone's surprise, the other party seemed to have been prepared, and in the next moment, as swiftly as a cheetah, reached out and grabbed his leg.

Those hands, like steel clamps, gripped his ankles tightly, and then with a sudden jerk, pulled him out of the bushes where he was hiding.

After rolling around on the ground in a disheveled manner, Gao Jie finally managed to stand up. He dusted himself off and looked up to see Qin Hailong and the others standing on the second floor, watching the scene with smiles.

Their smiles, in Gao Jie's eyes, were like the mockery of demons, so utterly repulsive.

A surge of rage welled up within him, an rage that exploded violently in his chest like a lit bomb.

I never imagined these bastards would be so perverted, treating other people's suffering as entertainment. In their eyes, other people's dignity and lives are like ants that can be trampled on at will.

"What's so interesting to you? Aren't you amazed that I killed the Little Tyrant?"

Gao Jie's eyes widened in anger, and he roared loudly, his roar like a thunderclap that exploded in the air.

"Let me tell you, even if you find someone more powerful than Little Tyrant, they'll still be beaten to death by me, you know? I, Gao Jie, am not a pushover!"

When the crowd heard these words, they were taken aback. They had not expected Gao Jie to be so tough and fearless in such a disadvantageous situation.

Then everyone burst into laughter.

They thought Gao Jie was like a clown who didn't know his place, making a futile struggle in front of them. This was much more interesting than they had imagined, and it made them even more eager to make fun of Gao Jie.

Qin Hailong, with a mocking smile on his face, pointed his finger at his nose and said:

"To tell you the truth, we originally wanted to see if Awen would listen to us, but we didn't expect that this wretched woman would be so disobedient. Of course, I'm giving you a chance. Today you have to make a choice: either keep Awen here, or keep Miss Xu here. If you don't make a choice, you two will both die, and you'll have your leg broken. How about that?"

Hearing these words, Gao Jie frowned and gave a cold laugh.

He knew in his heart that this was a dilemma deliberately set up for him by Qin Hailong, but he would never be easily manipulated by the other party.

"This is interesting. From what you're saying, it seems I'm destined to choose. Fine, since you insist I choose, I'll choose Xu Wanwan!"

Qin Hailong was slightly taken aback, then gave a thumbs up, his smile becoming even more smug.

"You're really smart, much smarter than I thought. Let me guess what you're thinking: do you think we won't kill Awen?"

Qin Hailong actually guessed Gao Jie's thoughts correctly, because that was exactly what he was thinking.

In his view, Sister Wen was of paramount importance to the Qin family, serving as the front line in dealing with Boss Qi.

If something happens to Sister Wen, then all the subsequent problems will become very troublesome.

The Qin family would not easily give up such an important pawn, which is why he dared to make this choice, trying to find a glimmer of hope in this desperate situation.

It is no exaggeration to say that this matter has reached an extremely difficult stalemate, and the situation has become particularly awkward.

Qin Hailong held absolute power, and Gao Jie, though seemingly making a choice, was actually being manipulated by him.

Now, Sister Wen's safety is like a crucial piece in a game of chess, affecting the whole situation.

If Sister Wen really gets into trouble, the consequences will be unimaginable, and it will surely chill the hearts of everyone who follows the Qin family.

These people follow the Qin family simply to seek benefits and protection. Once they discover that the Qin family is so unscrupulous and indifferent to the lives of others, who will still be willing to risk their lives for them?

At that time, the Qin family will be like a building that has lost its foundation, teetering on the brink of collapse. How will they be able to stand firm in this complex situation?

What's the point of playing anymore?!

So, all things considered, Gao Jie knew that the Qin family would never dare to go too far in this matter, which is why he dared to resolutely choose Xu Wanwan.

He had hoped that this would make the Qin family more cautious, thus creating an opportunity for a turnaround.

Unexpectedly, Qin Hailong suddenly laughed, a laugh filled with mockery and disdain.

"Young man, you're much more formidable than I imagined. But you've forgotten one thing: whether or not to release him is my decision, understand?"

Qin Hailong looked down at Gao Jie, his eyes filled with arrogance.

"Come and negotiate with me when you are able to decide other people's lives. Otherwise, you will never be able to beat me. This is a lesson I'm teaching you."

After Qin Hailong finished speaking, he turned around and strode away, his back view seemingly proclaiming his absolute authority to Gao Jie.

Gao Jie immediately realized that this bastard was clearly playing him for a fool!

He had no intention of cooperating with me at all. Everything before was just a joke. All his words were just empty words, intended to humiliate me and watch me struggle with this dilemma.

Once he realized what was happening, Gao Jie's anger erupted like a volcano, his eyes bloodshot, and he was about to rush upstairs to confront Qin Hailong.

At this moment, Xu Wenfeng appeared in front of him like a ghost, a smug smirk on his face, and waved to his left and right.

In an instant, a group of well-trained experts surged forward like a tide, rushing forward and blocking Gao Jie firmly at the doorway.

The two sides instantly engaged in a fierce conflict, exchanging blows and kicks.

But the next moment, a scream rang out, sounding particularly jarring in the quiet and tense atmosphere. Who was injured?

Or what unexpected changes will this conflict trigger?