Chapter 661: Su Yu, Lady Ouyang

In the small ward, the sound of synchronized footsteps rang out.

The four special guards from Shengtang Security, having finished their greetings, instinctively took up their positions.

Two guarded the ward entrance, while the other two stood at a moderate distance, flanking Cheng Cheng Cheng Qiuqiu and her mother on either side behind them.

This move instantly terrified Zhang Zhang Zhanpeng and the others so much that they dared not even breathe loudly.

Zhou Yan's throat bobbed as he looked at the looming crowd, forcibly suppressing the panic in his heart.

He struggled to speak: "Director Luo, hello. I didn't expect to meet you here—"

Zhao Zhao Manlin also forced out a stiff smile: "Director Luo, we have long admired your great name."

Luo Bin raised an eyebrow, swept his gaze over them, and looked at Cheng Cheng Qiuqiu, asking: "Miss Cheng, who are these three?"

With his keenness and insight, merely from the guilt and fear written all over their expressions and demeanor, he could deduce a great deal.

Yet he still did not respond or take a stance blindly; instead, he handed the floor over to his client.

Cheng Cheng Qiuqiu, immersed in the "ultimate happiness" of being protected by Tang Song, had not yet had time to answer.

Li Aunt Meihua, standing nearby, had already fully reacted.

The face that had previously held a trace of fear was now radiant, her spine straightened rigidly.

Pointing at Zhao Zhao Manlin and Zhang Zhang Zhanpeng opposite her, she declared with robust energy:

"Attorney Luo! Let me tell you! This woman, dressed up like a human but acting like a dog, is the boss of that [Xuyuan Real Estate], some kind of Vice President! The man with glasses next to her is their lawyer! And this dead, dark, fat guy! It was his [Lion Security] that hired a bunch of hooligans to push me down!"

At this moment, although she did not know which powerful deity her daughter had latched onto, nor who exactly that "President Tang" was, with such an awesome team of lawyers and four burly guards in black backing her up...

The fierceness and bravery deeply rooted in the bones of Sichuan women were completely ignited within her at this moment.

Hearing Li Aunt Meihua's accusations, Zhao Zhao Manlin could no longer care about maintaining any dignity.

Bowing slightly, she said: "Director Luo, there must be some misunderstanding here. I came specifically today to handle this. We at Xuyuan Real Estate are willing to bear..."

Before she could finish, Luo Bin directly raised his hand to interrupt her.

A slim, capable-looking female lawyer behind him immediately stepped forward, took a thick contract and a Montblanc fountain pen from her briefcase, and handed them over.

Luo Bin casually accepted them, placed them on the nearby table, and said in a gentle yet professional tone:

"Miss Cheng, Ms. Li, this is our 'Full Legal Entrustment and Agency Contract.' Please review and sign it. Once signed, neither of you needs to worry about this matter anymore; all subsequent affairs will be handled by our firm, [Quanjing]."

Li Aunt Meihua didn't even glance at the contract; she directly took the pen from the female lawyer's hand. "Director Luo! Of course we trust you! No problem at all! I'll sign right now!"

Cheng Cheng Cheng Qiuqiu pressed her lips together slightly and nodded in agreement.

Under the professional guidance of the female lawyer nearby, Li Aunt Meihua carefully signed her name in the client section.

Only after her pen stroke landed did Luo Bin finally turn his head to look at the three people opposite, whose faces were ashen.

He nodded to a male lawyer wearing glasses behind him.

The male lawyer immediately stepped forward, opened the folder in his hand, and said in a calm, professional voice:

"Greetings to the three of you. I am Gao Fei, a partner attorney at Quanjing Law Firm. From now on, I will be specifically responsible for handling the personal injury compensation claim of Ms. Li Aunt Meihua."

"First, regarding [Lion Security] and its legal representative, Mr. Zhang Zhang Zhanpeng. Concerning the physical harm inflicted upon our client, Ms. Li Aunt Meihua, by your security personnel at the rights-defense scene, we will formally file a civil lawsuit with the court this afternoon. Our claims include, but are not limited to, full compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, nutrition fees, and compensation for mental distress."

He paused, then looked at Zhang Zhang Zhanpeng and said:

"Additionally, after accepting this entrustment, we conducted a preliminary background check on your company's industrial, commercial, and tax status. According to the data we possess, your company has only 18 officially registered and licensed security personnel.

However, for the various large-scale event security businesses you have long undertaken externally, the number of people actually hired and dispatched often exceeds 100.

Among these, there are not only serious violations of the 'Regulations on the Administration of Security Services,' but also suspicions of large-scale, long-term tax evasion. Preliminary calculations indicate the amount involved in tax issues exceeds 2 million Zhao Yuan.

The aforementioned materials, along with on-site surveillance footage, injury assessments, and police reports, will be simultaneously submitted within three days to the Public Security Bureau's Public Order Administration, the Tax Bureau's Inspection Bureau, and the Human Resources and Social Security Bureau's Labor Inspection Detachment in Rongcheng."

Hearing these words.

The flesh on Zhang Zhang Zhanpeng's face twitched violently; he looked as if someone had choked him, his breathing coming to an abrupt halt.

His Lion Security was essentially a shell company surviving by skirting the edge of the law—temporary workers, daily pay, no contracts, no insurance, costs minimized to the extreme, specializing in taking on developers' "dirty work."

Moreover, there were many irregular and illegal gray-area operations within it.

Now, targeted by a top-tier law firm, even his underwear had been stripped bare.

Not to mention the company, he himself might end up inside "stepping on sewing machines."

Li Aunt Meihua, standing nearby, looked at his terrified expression and revealed a look of triumph, glaring fiercely at him.

Since starting her rights defense in April of this year, as the "thorn" among the homeowners, she had been threatened and bullied numerous times by this group from [Lion Security].

They had blocked doors, splashed water, and snatched loudspeakers; today, finally, it was their turn to be afraid.

It was truly deeply satisfying.

Immediately after, another male lawyer stepped forward.

"I am Dai Xi, a senior partner at Quanjing Law Firm. From now on, I will be specifically responsible for handling the purchase contract dispute regarding the 'Harmony Elegant Residence' project."

He first nodded politely to Zhao Zhao Manlin and Zhou Yan opposite him, his tone courteous yet leaving no room for argument:

"President Zhao, Attorney Zhou, after verifying files at the Rongcheng Real Estate Registration Center, our side has confirmed:

Before your company signed the house purchase contract with our client, Ms. Cheng Cheng Cheng Qiuqiu, the land involved in this case had already been mortgaged to [Western Trust], and the statutory obligation to inform was not fulfilled.

According to Article 406 of the 'Civil Code' and Article 9 of the Supreme People's Court's Judicial Interpretation on the Sale of Commercial Housing, this behavior constitutes intentional concealment of the mortgage fact.

Our side has the right to claim: termination of the contract, return of the paid purchase price plus interest, and compensation of up to one times the paid purchase price."

Hearing this final compensation proposal, both Li Aunt Meihua and Cheng Cheng Cheng Qiuqiu were startled.

Li Aunt Meihua gasped, her hand trembling so much that the pen nearly fell to the floor.

The full payment she had made for the house was exactly 2 million Zhao Yuan.

In other words, if things really proceeded as Attorney Dai said, not only could they get back the full house payment, but they could also receive an additional compensation of nearly 2 million Zhao Yuan?!

4 million Zhao Yuan!

Thinking of that huge figure, Li Aunt Meihua was so excited that her body trembled slightly.

Opposite them, Zhao Zhao Manlin kept her lips tightly closed, saying nothing.

Beside her, the legal consultant Zhou Yan broke out in cold sweat, his Adam's apple bobbing.

In fact, in unfinished building projects domestically, the situation of "land/construction-in-progress mortgages" basically exists everywhere.

This has long been an "unwritten rule" within the industry to accelerate capital turnover.

It is absolutely impossible for the purchase contract to explicitly state in black and white: "The land for this project has been mortgaged."

But in reality, very few homebuyers actually use this clause to sue and demand huge punitive compensation.

The main reason is that ordinary homeowners cannot afford to sue—legal fees are expensive, the cycle is long, providing evidence is difficult, and enforcement seems hopeless.

It requires expending enormous time and energy to haggle, with the final result still uncertain.

But [Quanjing] is different.

They are the top-tier "Red Circle Firm" in the country, possessing the most powerful litigation lawyer team and evidence-gathering network.

They do not lack time, nor do they lack resources.

They can even treat this case of [Xuyuan Real Estate] as a "typical case" to litigate.

Causing other homeowners to swarm in afterwards.

Class-action lawsuits, media exposure, government interviews—Xuyuan Real Estate, which is currently trying to "save itself," simply cannot bear the cost.

Zhao Zhao Manlin took a deep breath, her voice dry: "Director Luo, Attorney Dai, I think—there is no need to take it that far. We... we are willing to settle."

She glanced at Li Aunt Meihua, who was similarly stunned by this display, then shifted her gaze to the sexy and beautiful Cheng Cheng Cheng Qiuqiu.

Bowing solemnly, she said: "Miss Cheng, Ms. Li, on behalf of [Xuyuan Real Estate], I offer my most sincere apologies for the oversights in our company's previous work and for all the trouble and harm caused to you both. Regarding compensation and refunds, we can all sit down and discuss this properly."

After speaking, she raised her head, looking at Cheng Cheng Cheng Qiuqiu with eyes full of pleading.

Cheng Cheng Cheng Qiuqiu did not answer directly; instead, she turned her inquiring gaze toward the powerful senior lawyer beside her.

A hint of appreciation flashed in Luo Bin's eyes as he said slowly: "President Zhao, in order to protect the legitimate rights and interests of both parties and avoid unnecessary ambiguities and disputes in subsequent legal procedures, please have your legal representative or authorized decision-maker contact our team directly."

Zhao Zhao Manlin pressed her dry lips together, knowing there was no room for maneuver left, and could only nod with difficulty: "I understand, Director Luo."

"Then—please leave."

Luo Bin made a "please" gesture, his tone flat yet carrying an unquestionable intent to expel.

As soon as his words fell, the two guards in black suits guarding the door immediately stepped forward half a pace, one on the left and one on the right, "clearing" the path to the exit.

Their cold gazes swept over them.

Zhao Zhao Manlin and the other two dared not linger any longer; keeping their heads down, they hurriedly left the ward.

The ward finally returned to silence.

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"Oh my! Director Luo! Great Attorney Luo!" Li Aunt Meihua could no longer contain herself; excitedly grabbing Luo Bin's hand, she cried, "Too—"

"Too thank you! You truly are the great benefactors of our family!"

She was so excited she spoke incoherently, rattling off a long string of grateful words.

Then, unable to resist, she asked cautiously: "Um—will they really pay? That double compensation Attorney Dai mentioned, nearly four million... can we really get that back?"

Although she felt immense awe toward the powerful senior lawyer before her, for her, that nearly two million Zhao Yuan of hard-earned money was the issue she cared about most at this moment.

A soothing smile appeared on Luo Bin's face. "Rest assured, there is absolutely no problem with that. Now, in order to better seize the initiative, could you please recount the entire detailed process from purchasing the house to being injured during the rights defense? Do not omit any details."

Immediately, two lawyers stepped forward; one opened a professional recording pen, while the other took out a notebook, preparing to create the most detailed record.

Li Aunt Meihua's spirits lifted, and she began to pour out all her grievances from the past half-year in an endless stream.

Meanwhile, Luo Bin's gaze fell back upon Cheng Cheng Cheng Qiuqiu.

Observing her subtly.

She was indeed a top-tier beauty, and her appearance and temperament bore a slight similarity to Su Yu before she became a diva—his expression couldn't help but change slightly.

President Tang's visit to Rongcheng to meet Ms. Lady Ouyang had already attracted widespread attention.

Not only was Director Jin in faraway New York monitoring the situation closely, but all their core members were also awaiting the outcome of this meeting.

Including Su Yu, who was at this very moment in the nearby Jiangcheng.

Just last night, he himself had shared a meal with Mo Mo Mo Xiangwan and Su Yu.

Let us hope Mr. Tang can properly handle the matter between Ms. Lady Ouyang and Su Yu.

Thinking of this, Luo Bin could not help but feel a throbbing headache.

It had to be said; Mr. Tang truly had far too many women.

As the chief legal advisor for the Tang Jin Family Office, he genuinely did not want to get entangled in these messy "harem"

struggles, yet there was simply no way to avoid them.

Last time, after helping Ms. Lady Ouyang send a gift to Supervisor Tian Kui, he had been summoned to the Imperial Capital by Director Jin for a "warning."

Now, having been caught by Su Yu here in Jiangcheng, he was truly afraid of being forced to pick a side.

Therefore, when Mr. Tang's "firefighting" call came this morning, he had almost without hesitation volunteered immediately, personally leading a team to Rongcheng.

Using the opportunity to assist this Miss Cheng to temporarily extricate himself.

Sigh—

It was like walking on thin ice!

Jiangcheng, Yashi Base.

In the afternoon, the humid air still carried a trace of the mountain city's mist.

At the filming site for the electric voltage scene, a high-intensity hand-to-hand combat sequence had just concluded.

In Su Yu's eyes, which had burned like fire due to the role, all traces of the character's emotions instantly faded, returning to her usual calm.

Without lingering at the scene, she walked straight toward the independent rest room nearby.

"Bang—"

The door slammed shut, cutting off all the outside clamor.

Su Yu threw herself heavily onto the soft sofa, exhaling a long, deep breath.

Cheng Cheng Xiaoxi hurried in after her, placing a cup of honey pomelo tea at just the right temperature beside her hand.

Only then did she report in a low voice: "Sister Yu, news just received from Mo Chang's side. Lawyer Luo Bin led his team away from Jiangcheng this morning and headed to Rongcheng."

"Mm." Su Yu responded faintly, taking a sip of tea.

Cheng Cheng Xiaoxi continued: "He was engaged under Mr. Tang's personal commission to go help Song Mei Apparel's designer Cheng Cheng Cheng Qiuqiu, as well as her mother, resolve some legal disputes."

"Cheng Cheng Cheng Qiuqiu—"

Su Yu murmured the name softly, a ripple stirring in her cold amber eyes.

Cheng Cheng Xiaoxi immediately understood, unlocked her phone, and handed it over.

On the screen was a compiled dossier of information.

Su Yu took the phone and briefly scrolled through the details regarding Li Aunt Meihua's unfinished building project, her gaze tightening slightly.

Of course, she knew Cheng Cheng Cheng Qiuqiu.

She had first noticed her on the Zhangsi Forum, where she had posted a support photo taken with Tang Song. (Chapter 223)

Later, seeing a familiar ID on Opening Xiaohongshu, she had added the other party as a WeChat friend.

And they had remained in contact ever since.

This was a true Zhangsi, and an extremely die-hard one at that.

She had even previously agreed with the management that when she traveled to Yancheng in the middle of next month, she would meet her "in person."

At the time, the idea had simply been to plant one of her own "informants" within [Song Mei Apparel].

She had not expected her relationship with Tang Song to be so complicated.

To make Tang Song pay attention to her family's misfortune from a thousand miles away, even going so far as to dispatch Luo Bin personally.

Such treatment was extremely rare.

It was enough to show that Tang Song's feelings for her were quite extraordinary.

Immediately after, her gaze fell again upon the dossier, specifically on the photo of Cheng Cheng Cheng Qiuqiu wearing a purple support outfit, and she became slightly dazed. Noticing her stare, Cheng Cheng Xiaoxi said softly: "Sister Yu, this Cheng Cheng Qiuqiu is not only your die-hard Zhangsi, but she also looks quite a bit like you. More precisely, she resembles you at twenty years old, when you were still in the Echo girl group; she is very beautiful."

Su Yu suddenly lifted her head, her eyes slightly red, her voice icy as she asked: "What do you mean? Are you saying he's tired of me? That he wants to find someone who looks like me to replace me?"

"No! No!" Cheng Cheng Xiaoxi turned pale with fright and hurriedly explained: "Sister Yu, what I mean is, even resembling you by thirty percent makes one a stunning beauty! You were far more beautiful back then; your temperament, your looks, your figure, everything was better! What I mean is that Mr. Tang looks upon her with special favor, perhaps because she bears a slight resemblance to you, reminding Mr. Tang of those wonderful memories between you two. Not to mention who you are right now!"

The madness in Su Yu's eyes gradually subsided; she lowered her gaze and sank into thought.

Does he like Cheng Cheng Cheng Qiuqiu because she resembles the former me?

Is that it?

Just at this moment.

"Ding dong—" The WeChat notification sound rang out.

[Sister Mo Mo Xiangwan: "Mr. Tang has arrived in Rongcheng. Ms. Lady Ouyang is picking him up at the airport. Regarding the new fund and Tang Zong Entertainment, don't worry; Ms. Lady Ouyang will handle everything properly."]

Su Yu pressed her lips together, replying only with a single "Mm" before sinking into an even deeper silence.

The news that Jin Meixiao was about to assume the role of head of the Tang Jin Family Office's Pan-Entertainment Fund, coupled with the fact that next month Tang Song would personally fly to New York to meet that woman, had all placed unprecedented immense pressure upon her, making her emotions extremely unstable recently.

That was why, just now, a single sentence from Cheng Cheng Xiaoxi had caused her to nearly lose control.

Next month was her birthday.

If Tang Song went to see Jin Meixiao first, could it be that he had found a Cheng Cheng Cheng Qiuqiu who looked exactly like his former self? Could it be that, just like on his birthday in 2018, he would suddenly lose interest in her without any warning, and then abandon her?

Su Yu's eyes began to shake violently. "Cheng Xiaoxi!"

"I-I'm here, Sister Yu, what are your orders?"

Su Yu raised her head, strands of hair sliding down; on that face so perfect it seemed unreal, a flicker of heart-palpitating, mad light emerged.

"Contact the publicity team right now. Tomorrow evening, help me release a post across the entire internet."

"What kind of post?"

"Next month, on Christmas Day, which is also my birthday, I plan to draw two of the luckiest 'Koi Fish' from among my Zhangsi, inviting them to fly with me to Paris, France, to spend a romantic day together."

"Air tickets, hotel—all expenses will be borne by me."

She paused, then spoke slowly: "Two fans, one male and one female, one spot each."

Cheng Cheng Xiaoxi was startled by this sudden decision and panicked, saying: "Sister Yu, this isn't appropriate. Shouldn't we ask Mr. Mo's opinion first?"

A female Zhangsi would be fine, but a male Zhangsi—that would be a huge problem.

If Mr. Tang found out about this, things would become very troublesome.

"Just post it as I said!"

"O-okay!"

Su Yu gazed out the window at the gray, hazy sky, a hint of madness lingering in her eyes.

Tang Song was no longer the Tang Song of the past, yet in this world, only she loved him the most as he was now, or indeed, as he was at any time.

She believed that as long as Tang Song still cared about her, he would absolutely come to participate in this event.

Then, he would be that destined "Koi Fish."

If he did not appear, then she would make an official announcement directly! Leaking even more information about her mysterious boyfriend!

She wanted him to spend her birthday with her; she wanted to have the most romantic birthday ever.

She wanted to screw him!

The airplane descended slowly, piercing through thick layers of clouds.

Below, the vast plains of Rongcheng and its crisscrossing urban veins gradually became clear.

Tang Song closed his laptop, his gaze turning toward the window.

For him, this city was both strange and familiar.

In his fragmented memories, [Dream Realm Tang Song] had once come here with Secretary Jin and Lady Ouyang Lady Ouyang Xianyue.

However, although those memories were clear, due to the nearly "divine" special state he had been in at the time, he had left no emotional impression of the city of Rongcheng itself.

But now, this vibrant and real Rongcheng, bathed in the winter sun, was waiting for him to explore personally.

This time, he had come alone.

Shen Yu was currently in Daocheng, seeking more unicorn investment opportunities for his [Capital Hunter] mission; Lin Mu was handling Gao Gao Gao Mengting's property matters, while also helping herself select a property.

Moreover, this trip to Rongcheng was indeed not quite suitable for bringing these two assistants along.

After all, there were also the female CEO and the designer here, both of whom similarly required him to expend considerable energy to accompany and soothe.

More than ten minutes later.

Accompanied by the flight attendant's gentle announcement, the plane landed smoothly at Rongcheng Shuangliu International Airport.

Tang Song carried no checked luggage, holding only a simple briefcase as he was the first to exit the business class cabin.

As soon as he stepped out of the jet bridge, the airport's unique clamor, mixed with the scent of aviation fuel, rushed toward him.

Beneath the massive glass dome, the light was bright, filled with the busy yet vibrant atmosphere unique to a modern metropolis.

Following the VIP guidance signs, passing through the secure internal corridor, he had just entered the arrival hall when he spotted the figure waiting at the exit.

It was a middle-aged woman dressed in a crisp black professional skirt suit.

Approximately forty years old, she held up a white pickup sign with his name written on it in elegant handwriting.

Her appearance was ordinary, yet her temperament was excellent; her posture was straight, her expression focused, resembling a silent pine tree.

It was precisely Lady Ouyang Lady Ouyang Xianyue's personal secretary, Chen Gong.

She could also be considered someone who had appeared in his memories before.

As the distance closed.

An impeccable professional smile bloomed on Chen Gong's face; she bowed respectfully and slightly, saying, "Mr. Tang, hello, welcome to Rongcheng."

"Hello, Secretary Chen, thank you for your hard work."

"Mr. Tang, please allow me to escort you. Lady Lady Ouyang has been waiting for you here."

"Mm." Tang Song nodded slightly, yet his heart suddenly began to race.

Lady Ouyang Lady Ouyang Xianyue.

Finally, they were about to meet.

He felt an incredibly deep and complex attachment to the characters he had raised in the game.

And Lady Ouyang Lady Ouyang Xianyue was undoubtedly the most special among them.

This Lady Lady Ouyang held a prestigious and unique status.

In reality, she was a noble lady of thirty-six.

He wondered how she would perceive him now.

Accompanied by the pounding of his heart,

Tang Song, led by Chen Kui, passed through an internal VIP corridor and arrived directly at a VIP parking area on the first floor.

It was exceptionally quiet here.

Compared to the clamor of the arrival hall upstairs, it felt like two different worlds.

A black Audi A8L sat quietly in the most prominent spot, its body reflecting a profound luster under the lights.

As Tang Song's figure gradually came into view,

the rear door of that Audi was slowly pushed open from within.

First to emerge was a slender, perfectly curved calf encased in flesh-toned stockings, stepping firmly onto the ground in a pair of simple yet exquisitely textured black high heels.

"Tap."

A soft sound, like a strike against Tang Song's heartstrings.

Chen Kui subconsciously stepped back several paces, bowing his head and holding his breath.

Immediately after, a figure both familiar and strange slowly stepped out.

Her bone structure was superior, her skin fair and clear.

Her waist was willow-slender, yet her shoulders and back stood straight as a pine.

With her movement, a champagne-colored cashmere coat slid off like water, revealing a haute couture velvet dress underneath.

The waistline was cinched to perfection, flawlessly outlining her mature, plump yet utterly flesh-free figure at thirty-six.

Her long, jet-black hair was swept up behind her head, exposing a smooth, full forehead and an elegant, slender neck.

She exuded a rich and captivating charm.

Their gazes collided in the air.

Her eyes held no excitement, no surprise, only gentle ripples.

Like a kindred spirit, an elder sister, or a senior reunited after a long separation.

The two simply gazed at each other for a moment.

She moved her long, beautiful legs, perfectly sheathed in flesh-toned stockings, and walked toward him proactively, her pace slightly more hurried than usual.

The two figures stood facing one another.

On Lady Ouyang Lady Ouyang Xianyue's face, a magnificent yet restrained smile finally bloomed.

Looking at the figure before her, more handsome and upright than in her memory, her eyes first flickered with a hint of absent-mindedness.

Then she proactively extended her hand. "Tang Song, it has truly been a long time."

Her voice was clear and resonant, yet carried a warm, slightly husky quality tempered by the years.

Very pleasant to hear.

Light and shadow tangled chaotically within his pupils.

The virtual and the real converged in this moment.

The [Refined Queen] from the game had appeared before him, truly, vividly, and alive.

An indescribable throbbing, mixed with the joy of a long-awaited reunion, surged up from the deepest part of his heart.

Tang Song gently opened his arms and gave her a sincere embrace.

An extremely sophisticated scent, blending faint white tea with deep woody notes, instantly flooded his nostrils.

Soft and plump, warm and real.