Chapter 166: Unexpected Incident

“…Fool… Weiwei actually called me a fool…”

“How is that possible… she doesn’t like using foul language… and if she were to curse, it should be at that scumbag Wang Haoran… how could she curse me…”

“I’m her most important childhood friend…”

Xiao Longchen stood there, mouth agape, unable to say a word.

In his heart, he believed he and Lin Xiaowei, as childhood friends, were destined to be together.

But this was just his belief! There’s no law or moral code saying childhood friends must marry, or that having a childhood friend means one cannot find a lover!

If he were abroad, Xiao Longchen wouldn’t be so troubled by this; he’d use force to take her away.

But unfortunately, they were in China, and Wang Haoran wasn’t just any woman to play around with.

She was his beloved, the one he wanted to cherish for life, Weiwei.

Thus, he couldn’t be too violent; he had to endure for now.

Xiao Longchen’s mind echoed with Lin Xiaowei’s recent words.

“I’ve almost forgotten him.”

“Haoran, I’m letting you stay tonight.”

“It’s all this fool’s fault.”

These words stabbed Xiao Longchen’s heart again and again.

Noticing his demeanor, Wang Haoran spoke with a smile.

“Sorry, fool… Mr. Xiao, it’s my fault. I care too much about Xiaowei and fear losing her, so I got a bit agitated.”

Seeing Xiao Longchen still in disbelief, Wang Haoran continued, holding the happy Lin Xiaowei.

“But Mr. Xiao, you were quite strong when shaking my hand earlier. I thought you didn’t like me being with Xiaowei and wanted to teach me a lesson!”

“…”

“…You’re joking!”

That’s bullshit!

I didn’t use force! You bastard!

Hearing Wang Haoran’s words, Xiao Longchen cursed inwardly.

He realized Wang Haoran was doing this on purpose, to show off and assert his dominance over Lin Xiaowei.

Damn it!

But this was a wake-up call.

If he used force or exposed Wang Haoran’s true nature now, it would be twisted into jealousy-driven slander.

Seeing Lin Xiaowei’s trust in Wang Haoran, she’d undoubtedly be deceived and misunderstand him.

Xiao Longchen had no good solutions at the moment.

Watching Lin Xiaowei smile at Wang Haoran hurt him deeply.

They were childhood friends; that smile should be his!

That unconditional trust should be his too!

But even now, Xiao Longchen could still comfort himself.

With his grandmaster strength and foreign experiences, he could see Lin Xiaowei was still very innocent.

That dog Wang Haoran hadn’t succeeded yet.

So, Xiao Longchen could still accept Lin Xiaowei.

He had one hope left.

They were childhood friends with years of companionship, so they must have mutual feelings.

The reason Lin Xiaowei was distant was because they’d been apart too long, and Wang Haoran took advantage of the gap.

If he spent more time with Lin Xiaowei, reminding her of their good memories, he’d outweigh Wang Haoran in her heart.

Then, with Wang Haoran’s pettiness, they’d argue, and he could swoop in.

Once Lin Xiaowei saw Wang Haoran’s true colors, he’d teach this scoundrel who desecrated his childhood friend a lesson!

Believing in their past memories, Xiao Longchen took a deep breath.

His priority now was to stop Wang Haoran and Lin Xiaowei from spending the night together.

Seeing Lin Xiaowei’s infatuation, he had to resort to convincing her parents.

Having decided, Xiao Longchen avoided looking at Lin Xiaowei clinging to Wang Haoran.

He engaged Lin’s father and mother, talking about past family ties to build rapport.

He also spoke loudly for Lin Xiaowei to hear, hoping to rekindle their memories.

Wang Haoran, seeing Xiao Longchen enduring and avoiding him, felt bored.

This banquet was too low-tier for him, and he had no interest in talking to others.

So, he whispered to Lin Xiaowei.

“Xiaowei, let’s go back to your place?”

“Mm… okay!”

Lin Xiaowei, softly agreeing, was about to say goodbye to her parents.

Hearing Lin Xiaowei’s intention, her parents felt helpless.

Indeed, their daughter dressed up beautifully just for Wang Haoran, eager to be with him.

But they had no objections.

“Mm, you and Haoran can go ahead. Your mom and I will stay to talk business!”

However, seeing Lin Xiaowei about to leave with Wang Haoran, Lin’s father wasn’t anxious, but Xiao Longchen was.

He reached out, making a gesture to stop her.

“Xiaowei, don’t go!”

“…What now?”

Wang Haoran asked curiously, wondering what reason Xiao Longchen would give.

Or had he given up patience, ready to use force?

If so, Wang Haoran wouldn’t hold back; he’d beat him up right here.

Under everyone’s gaze, Xiao Longchen saw Lin Xiaowei’s growing anger and hastily explained.

“…Miss Lin, the banquet just started. Leaving now might be inappropriate if others see.”

“…”

Hearing Xiao Longchen’s strained reasoning, the Lin family was speechless.

Why would it be inappropriate?

Wang Haoran was the head of Wangshi Group! Attending this banquet was already gracious; who would dare object if Lin Xiaowei left with him early?

Wang Haoran chuckled.

“Mr. Xiao, don’t worry, it’s not inappropriate!”

“If you’re done, Xiaowei and I will be going. A night together is precious!”

“…Wait, still not okay!”

Hearing Wang Haoran, Xiao Longchen instinctively spoke.

He blocked Wang Haoran, racking his brain for a reason.

Seeing Xiao Longchen in front of her, Lin Xiaowei was furious.

She realized her long-lost childhood friend seemed to like her, causing trouble out of jealousy!

Ridiculous!

Before, Lin Xiaowei didn’t mind being liked; it showed she had charm!

But after falling for Wang Haoran, the thought of other men liking her made her feel they were lusting after her, and she despised it.

Her face turned cold.

“Xiao Longchen, get lost…”

But as Lin Xiaowei was about to scold him.

Suddenly, “bang—bang—” gunshots echoed in the hotel lobby.

Hearing the sudden gunfire, everyone panicked.

“Everyone, shut up!”

“Squat down, or my gun won’t have eyes!”

Accompanied by a rough voice.

Five masked gunmen in waiter uniforms appeared at the hotel entrance and side passages, holding handguns.