Meng Zong was still in a coma, unaware that he had lost his testicles. If it weren't for the skilled doctors in Hong Kong, he would have been castrated and would have to squat to urinate.
He was to remain in the hospital for observation for a few more days. Meng Xiaowei hired a caregiver and stood by, looking somewhat disgusted by the hospital's smell. Even in a private room, the scent of disinfectant was unavoidable.
The next day, friends and relatives came to visit, as did some elders from the Wo Lianshe triad. They were business partners who had watched Meng Xiaowei grow up. Each of them expressed their heartfelt concern and affection, which deeply moved Meng Xiaowei; these uncles were truly good to her.
Shortly after they left, Xie Sui and Du Feiyang arrived with a bouquet of flowers, their smiles stretching from ear to ear. "Oh, Miss Meng, my condolences, my condolences."
Meng Xiaowei's face soured. "You're the one who needs condolences. What are you doing here? You're not welcome. Guards, escort them out."
Du Feiyang raised an eyebrow. "Who dares to lay a hand? Miss Meng, you're being utterly unreasonable. We came with good intentions to visit, and this is how you treat your guests?"
"Do you think I don't know your intentions? Get out, I don't need you to visit."
Xie Sui shook his head. "Miss Meng, you're truly naive. You're unbeatable in business, but how can you resort to venomous words? As a woman, your heart is small and your tolerance is limited. No wonder Meng Zong has always wanted a son. I would want a son too; women just aren't capable enough."
Du Feiyang chimed in as a foil, "Exactly, not capable enough!"
He Mengchao, holding the flowers, revealed they were yellow chrysanthemums. Meng Xiaowei's face turned green. "Take them away. You three grown men bullying a young girl, do you have any shame?"
Xie Sui scoffed. "Bullying you? We're offering good intentions, and you take them for granted. By the way, with such a major incident in your family, where is your fiancé? They're in-laws, after all. Is the Liu family trying to break off the engagement?"
He Mengchao handed her the latest newspaper. "Young Master Liu probably won't be coming. Last night, he spent a pleasant evening with the runner-up of the Miss Hong Kong pageant. Miss Meng, do you want to go beat up the other woman?"
Meng Xiaowei looked at the report. Liu Kai was shown with a beautiful woman, smiling intimately, and entering a hotel. There were even photos of them pulling the curtains closed, with the woman shamelessly clinging to Liu Kai's waist. A surge of heat rose in her, making her want to kill the pair of dogs right then and there.
He Mengchao continued, "Liu Kai is a scoundrel, not worth entrusting your life to, Miss Meng. It's not too late to turn back now."
Meng Xiaowei calmed down slightly. "Why should I believe you? Everyone knows you're only speaking up for that slut Guan Zhizhi. What, you picked up her leftovers and can't stand it? Are you seeking revenge?"
He Mengchao's eyes darkened, his fists clenching. He suppressed the urge to slap her.
Xie Sui sneered, "Miss Meng, what are you so smug about? You can't even compare to a Miss Hong Kong. Liu Kai sleeps with her and doesn't care about his father-in-law's life. How much better are you? We wish your father a speedy recovery. We won't intrude further. Miss Meng, if you need anything in the future, feel free to come to me."
"I'd go to anyone but you, President Xie. What makes you so confident?"
Xie Sui smiled. "I'm just kindly offering you a path, Miss Meng. Don't burn your bridges too completely."
The three of them left the yellow chrysanthemums behind and didn't argue further. It would seem too excessive if they were seen as bullying a young girl. Although Meng Xiaowei deserved a good beating and wasn't a good person, Xie Sui disdained dealing with her.
He Mengchao's eyes were grim as he left the hospital, still in a bad mood. Xie Sui tried to console him. "Don't dwell on her words. Since you've chosen to be with Guan Zhizhi, don't let past events bother you. As long as Guan Zhizhi is devoted to you, why trouble yourself? With time, if you have two children, your family will be complete and happy. Who will care about those trivial matters from before?"
He Mengchao took a drag from his cigarette. "It's not that I'm angry about this. Since I accepted her, I've accepted her past. I just feel sorry for her. Liu Kai doesn't deserve her. He truly deserves to die. Zhizhi is so good, and he still hooks up with other women. It's an injustice to her."
Guan Zhizhi had genuinely liked Liu Kai once, otherwise, she wouldn't have associated with him despite the bad reputation. Unfortunately, neither father nor son Liu were good men. They spoke of deep affection but were philanderous in private, with a constant stream of women around them.
Xie Sui said, "Just know what you want. Don't overthink it. If you feel uncomfortable, go after those two father and son. Don't take it out on women; that's not the act of a true man."
"I know, Brother Xie. I'll go catch Liu Kai in the act."
"Huh? Is that even okay?"
"Why wouldn't it be? If I catch him, I'll let Meng Xiaowei, the rightful fiancée, make a scene. Liu Kai will be in trouble, and I'll be happy."
"Alright then. Bring more bodyguards. As long as you're happy."
Du Feiyang was busy dealing with the Meng family's ship. He had transcended trivial matters now, his heart only for Hu Pan. He didn't want to be involved in these messy romantic entanglements.
Xie Sui returned to accompany Lin Wanwan, telling her about Meng Zong's misfortune to cheer her up.
Lin Wanwan was also surprised. "That's a coincidence? Did you do it?"
Xie Sui smirked. "My wife knows me best. If he dared to harbor thoughts about you, and I didn't deal with him, I wouldn't be a man."
Lin Wanwan worried, "Will there be trouble? The Meng family is very powerful. Can you handle it?"
Xie Sui's face darkened. Those words were so unpleasant to hear.
Lin Wanwan giggled. "I didn't mean it like that. I meant, do you have a chance of winning against the Meng family? I'm not doubting you."
"I feel like you're mocking me. Don't you know if I can or not? It's just that you're carrying the baby right now. Once the child is born, I'll show you how formidable a man who's been pent up for months can be."
Lin Wanwan's eyes shimmered with allure, and instead of being intimidated, she provocatively said, "Are you sure you're not just one touch away from exploding? That act might be rusty too."
Xie Sui...
This woman was truly incorrigible, pushing his buttons. Lin Wanwan became even happier, enjoying seeing him furious yet helpless against her. Relying on her pregnancy, Lin Wanwan was now quite the troublemaker, loving to tease Xie Sui.
At the hospital.
Meng Zong finally woke up, still somewhat disoriented. Meng Xiaowei was still angry. Liu Kai hadn't even shown his face, disregarding her as his fiancée.
Just as she was about to look for him, Meng Zong woke up. She immediately complained, "Daddy, Liu Kai is too much. You're in such a critical condition, and he still has the mood to chase after Miss Hong Kong. I can't swallow this insult."
Meng Zong's heart trembled. "What happened to me?"
Meng Xiaowei felt a bit awkward. "Um, I'll have the doctor explain it to you. Daddy, you need to stay calm. Anyway, you're so old, that thing... it's not that important, okay?"
Doctor Xia happened to walk in. Meng Xiaowei slipped out. A moment later, she heard Meng Zong's enraged roar. He couldn't accept this reality. He had eagerly awaited IVF, and the doctor had said there were fathers in their sixties and seventies, so his hopes were high. But then, he went out and lost his testicles. Without seeds, how could he be a father?
It took Doctor Xia quite some time to calm him down. He administered a sedative, and Meng Zong fell asleep, finally quiet.
Doctor Xia walked out of the ward. Meng Xiaowei asked, "How is he?"
"His physical condition can recover, but he'll need a lot of psychological counseling. After all, this is a huge blow to any man."
Meng Xiaowei pouted. "Are sons that important?"
Doctor Xia rubbed his nose. "Miss Meng, I've heard about your fiancé's situation. If it's not suitable, then let it go. Don't compromise yourself."
Meng Xiaowei sneered. "Thank you for your concern. However, I won't marry him, nor will I marry you. Go ahead and be busy. I'll go check on my father."
A sinister glint flashed in Doctor Xia's eyes. She looked down on him so much, preferring to marry that playboy rather than associate with him. Except when she needed to use him, she was truly a cold-blooded and ruthless woman. Yet, he couldn't let go. Doctor Xia hated himself, and he hated her even more.
Just as Meng Xiaowei was about to eat something, her phone rang. It was a paparazzi, offering her the latest whereabouts of Young Master Liu. Did Miss Meng want to know?
Meng Xiaowei of course did. She wanted to ask Liu Kai if he still wanted this marriage. They were engaged, after all. He should at least put on a show and save her some face. If he was going to cheat, he should at least be discreet. Being caught repeatedly like this, was he deliberately trying to humiliate her?
She spent a million dollars to get Liu Kai's whereabouts and photos. Meng Xiaowei, with her bodyguards, stormed over, completely disregarding her father lying sick in the hospital. Although there were caregivers and nurses, people still preferred their children by their side when sick, needing psychological comfort the most.
Liu Kai wasn't unaware of Meng Zong's accident. He simply found it embarrassing that the old man was causing such a scene at his age, losing all dignity. He thought the same as Meng Xiaowei; it was all about Meng Zong's fortune. Otherwise, why would he be with a woman like Meng Xiaowei? To be with her, he'd even given up his beloved Guan Zhizhi. Now, he'd even gotten himself into the hospital after the incident with his son. He didn't want to be associated with such disgrace.
Liu Zixiong had forced him to go, at least for appearances. However, Liu Kai, while agreeing verbally, turned around and went to the Miss Hong Kong he had taken a liking to. They spent the entire night together. New lovers always had that fresh excitement. Tonight, she sought him out again, but they changed locations to a BDSM-themed hotel with an open roof.
Opening the skylight, they could see the starry sky, truly romantic. Outside, there was a huge swimming pool and a waterbed, perfect for a date.
Meng Xiaowei even managed to get the room key. That million dollars wasn't spent in vain. Upon opening the door, she saw them rolling on the waterbed. Her eyes turned red with anger. "Liu Kai, we're not even married yet, and you're treating me like this? Are you bullying me because my father is hospitalized and my Meng family has no one left?"
Liu Kai scrambled up, enraged. "Get out! You said we're not married, so you can't control me. This is an invasion of my privacy."
"But we're engaged! That makes us husband and wife. Guards, drag this bitch out! She's tired of living, trying to steal my man, Meng Xiaowei."
"No, Young Master Liu, save me."
The Miss Hong Kong hid behind Liu Kai, her face drained of color in fear. She still had some self-respect. If she were dragged out naked, she'd never be able to marry into a wealthy family.
"Who dares? Meng Xiaowei, don't push it too far."
Liu Kai, despite being half-naked, exuded an imposing aura. Meng Xiaowei glanced at his lower half with a hint of disdain. Was it really that small?
"What are you looking at? Meng Xiaowei, you're shameless! Don't you blush when looking at a man's body?"
"Why should I blush? I didn't see anything. Did you all see anything? I must say, Miss Hong Kong, it must have been quite an effort to serve him all night. You must have worked hard to pretend."
The bodyguards suppressed their laughter. Liu Kai was of a delicate build, more like a scholarly type than a muscular man. He truly wasn't much to look at, his physique like a skeleton's, let alone abs, his small belly was already protruding.
The scene suddenly turned comical. Click, click, click. At some point, quite a few reporters had gathered outside, snapping photos of them. Liu Kai quickly grabbed a sheet to cover himself. "Meng Xiaowei, you even dare to bring reporters."
"I didn't. It wasn't me."
Meng Xiaowei felt utterly wronged. It truly wasn't her, but Liu Kai wouldn't believe her. He smartly put on his clothes and left with the Miss Hong Kong. Sudancn.com
Meng Xiaowei stomped her foot in anger. She had the moral high ground initially, but now, because of the reporters, she was at a disadvantage.
A bodyguard reminded her, "Miss, it's best to find someone to buy the photos immediately. If they're published tomorrow, our families will be completely estranged."
"He's cheating, and I have to clean up his mess?"
The bodyguard nodded. That was indeed the problem. She happened to be there.
Meng Xiaowei suddenly remembered Xie Sui's newspaper company. If it were anyone else, it might be negotiable, but would Xie Sui miss such an opportunity? Her face instantly turned pale. "Back to the hospital."
She hoped her father would wake up and could give her some advice.
As she left the hotel, a man in a flashy pink suit was waiting at the entrance. He greeted her. "Miss Meng, can I have a word with you?"
"Who are you?"
"I am the second son of the Liu family, Liu Xuan. Xuan, as in 'kai xuan' (triumphant return). Technically, I should call you sister-in-law, but judging by the situation with my elder brother, I don't think I need to rush to call you that just yet."
"You're Liu Kai's brother?"
"Yes, but not from the same mother."
"What do you want to talk about?"
"I heard Uncle is ill. May I visit him?"
Meng Xiaowei considered. Liu Xuan's eyes seemed clear and honest, with a more innocent aura than Liu Kai, like a pure and cute puppy. Such a young man would easily gain sympathy and make people want to care for him. Moreover, he mentioned his identity, implying he wasn't favored by Liu Kai, likely bullied at home. Meng Xiaowei's maternal instincts kicked in. "You're thoughtful. Let's go."
Thus, Liu Xuan established a connection with Meng Xiaowei. He was thrilled, thanking President Xie for giving him this opportunity. He was determined to surpass his elder brother and become the new heir of the Liu family. For years, his father had only paid attention to his elder brother. He and his two other brothers were treated as if they weren't his own children. Yet, his elder brother was so disappointing, even competing with his father for women, and his father could still tolerate it. Liu Xuan couldn't stand it. His elder brother was ruining the Liu family's reputation. As sons, he too had the right to fight for the family fortune, just like Du Feiyang, who had squeezed out his elder brother and inherited the Du family, now on par with the older generation.
Du Feiyang had no idea that one day he would become an object of admiration and a role model for others.