At the Lin family's residence.
Lin Junhao felt a pang of anxiety, for he knew Li Se's methods. Even someone of Ye Bowen's stature had been beaten by him, and Luo Lin had dared to threaten to cripple Li Se. He suspected Luo Lin would be at least maimed.
Fretting, he called his sister over after some thought.
"Brother, what's wrong?" Lin Wanqiu asked, puzzled.
"Wanqiu, call Li Se immediately and ask him to show some mercy," Lin Junhao said quickly.
"Did something happen?" Lin Wanqiu didn't quite understand.
Lin Junhao briefly explained the situation, then added, "Li Se doesn't give me any face, so I can only hope he'll show some mercy for your sake. Luo Lin cannot be harmed; he's a crucial piece for our Lin family to control the Jiangbei Chamber of Commerce!"
Lin Wanqiu understood the situation upon hearing this. Her pretty face changed slightly, and she said, "Brother, I won't help with this."
"Wanqiu, you... sigh, forget it." Lin Junhao wouldn't force Lin Wanqiu. Seeing that time was likely up and the situation should be over, he took out his phone and called Luo Lin.
However, the person who answered was not Luo Lin, but Luo Lin's cousin, Luo Shanqi.
"Uh, Young Master Lin, my cousin has already been sent to the hospital," Luo Shanqi said hurriedly.
"How is he?" Lin Junhao asked in a deep voice.
"He was just kicked once. It's likely some external injuries," Luo Shanqi replied.
"It's good that he's alright. Tell him not to provoke Li Se again," Lin Junhao said, hanging up. He let out a sigh of relief, as this was indeed a crucial piece for controlling the Jiangbei Chamber of Commerce!
It took two to three hours to walk down the mountain. Li Se carried Xiao Feifei, who weighed around ninety pounds. While not heavy, it would have been difficult for an ordinary person, but he seemed completely unfazed, not even breaking a sweat.
"There are some herbs here. I'll get some for you, or you'll be left with scars," Li Se said as he put Xiao Feifei down.
"Ah, then hurry and get me some herbs. My face seems injured too," Xiao Feifei said, suddenly becoming nervous.
"Don't worry, don't you remember? I'm a doctor," Li Se smiled, then went to find some herbs. He chewed them in his mouth, and after grinding them all, he applied the medicine to Xiao Feifei.
"This... this is all your saliva!" Xiao Feifei frowned, looking somewhat displeased.
"It's already applied, so don't mind it," Li Se said helplessly.
With such close proximity, Li Se could naturally smell a unique scent on Xiao Feifei. It wasn't particularly fragrant, but it was pleasant, refreshing, and made one want to keep smelling it.
After applying the medicine, Li Se said, "Go to Muzi Group later and buy some scar removal cream. Apply it after you recover, and these scars will disappear."
"Does this really work?" Xiao Feifei sounded skeptical.
"Of course. I personally formulated them. Moreover, these two medicines have military cooperation; your grandfather personally requested them," Li Se said proudly.
"Look at you showing off," Xiao Feifei snorted.
"Let's go, I'll take you home." Li Se crouched down in front of Xiao Feifei.
Xiao Feifei climbed onto his back. However, after descending the mountain, she felt a sense of loss. The path down the mountain had felt so peaceful and comfortable; she wished it could continue forever, but she knew it would soon end.
"Li Se, I... I can't accept sharing a man with other women," Xiao Feifei gritted her teeth and said.
"Mm, I know," Li Se sighed upon hearing this. "Everyone has their own choices. I respect your choice, and I hope you find your destined man."
Xiao Feifei rolled her eyes. Is this how you chase a woman? Can't you say something nice? You have so many women, what's wrong with me saying this? Can't you offer some comfort, say some kind words?
He was already wishing her well, and Xiao Feifei was very angry, feeling an urge to slap Li Se.
Upon arriving at the Xiao residence, Xiao Feifei got off his back, let out a cold snort, and ignored Li Se, heading straight into the Xiao family home.
Li Se was bewildered. What was going on? They were fine just a moment ago, why was she suddenly angry? Women are so fickle.
"Kid, why are you carrying my sister back?"
Xiao Ye happened to see Xiao Feifei getting off Li Se's back, looking puzzled. Had their relationship progressed so quickly?
"Your sister was injured, so I carried her back," Li Se replied.
"That's not right. My sister never lets men touch her. Have you two already gotten together?" Xiao Ye said excitedly.
Li Se shook his head and sighed, "No. As you know, I already have a girlfriend, and not just one. How could your sister possibly fancy me?"
"That's true. My sister is quite traditional; she probably can't accept that," Xiao Ye nodded, looking somewhat regretful.
"If there's nothing else, I'll take my leave." Li Se intended to leave.
"Don't go, come in and sit for a while." Xiao Ye pulled Li Se into the Xiao family home.
Li Se then had a few drinks with Xiao Zhanguo.
"My granddaughter is extremely precious to us in the Xiao family. She's the only princess in the entire Xiao family with our surname. You cannot bully her. I saw her looking quite unhappy when she returned today; did something happen?" Xiao Zhanguo asked with a stern face.
No matter how much he favored Li Se, he couldn't allow his granddaughter to be bullied!
Li Se said with a wry smile, "Old Master Xiao, I would never dare. Today, Feifei fell while riding her motorcycle, and I carried her back. I've already treated her wounds, and she'll recover soon."
"That's not right!" Xiao Zhanguo knew his granddaughter well. "I know her very well. A fall like this is just a superficial wound for her; it wouldn't cause this. I saw her just now, she looked very upset. This is the first time I've seen her like this. Tell me, did you bully my granddaughter?"
"What, bully my sister?" Xiao Ye immediately drew his weapon.
"Don't be rash, don't be rash..." Xiao Tian said with a sweat drop, but he also looked at Li Se.
The Xiao family had only one princess, and they would not allow anyone to bully her, not even Li Se!
Li Se raised his eyebrows. Damn it, when did I bully Xiao Feifei? Seeing the Xiao family's formation, it seemed he wouldn't be able to leave this door without a proper explanation. He regretted coming in; he should have just gone home.