Just a moment ago, Qi Dengxian had held Kang Xuequan captive, causing Kang Xiangrong to hold back for fear of hitting the hostage. But now that he had released the man, Kang Xiangrong had nothing left to fear.

Just as he was preparing to strike, Kang Xiangrong suddenly sensed an incredibly shocking aura coming from outside.

“Yu… Yu… General Yu!”

The members of the Qiao family also saw the newcomer. They were stunned, their speech becoming stuttered.

The person walking in from the outside was none other than Yu Xiaolong. She wore a black military uniform without a hat. Her long hair was tied into a ponytail, and on each of her shoulders sat two glittering golden Dragon Stars!

“Yu Xiaolong?!” Upon seeing her, Kang Xuequan was also fiercely startled, crying out in surprise.

Qi Dengxian had clearly been dumped by Yu Xiaolong already, so why would she appear here?

Yu Xiaolong’s face was calm. She spoke indifferently. “Why is everyone kneeling? This is not a feudal society anymore. Stand up and speak.”

The Qiao family members looked at each other in dismay. They did not dare to rise, still fearful of the Kang family’s attitude.

“Did you not hear me speak?” Yu Xiaolong asked, her tone carrying a hint of dissatisfaction.

Only then did the Qiao family members numbly stand up. Some even bent over to rub their painful knees.

Qi Dengxian curled his lip slightly. He had not expected this woman, Yu Xiaolong, to come and meddle in his affairs. Feeling a bit annoyed, he took two steps back.

Qiao Qiumeng watched this and frowned fiercely, feeling a surge of anger in her heart. This guy caused a catastrophic disaster, and now that even General Yu has been alarmed, he finally knows how to be afraid? A waste who dares to act but dares not take responsibility!

Yu Xiaolong’s face was full of coldness. After sweeping her gaze around the room, she said nothing more.

The Qiao family members were uneasy. They did not know what Yu Xiaolong was here for, but she did not seem to harbor malicious intent.

“Today’s matter ends here!” After a moment, Yu Xiaolong finally spoke.

Her appearance instantly made her the center of the world. Everyone’s eyes were fixed on her, waiting for her words.

Hearing this, Kang Xuequan’s breathing paused for a second before he exploded in rage. “General Yu, look at my current state. You want this matter to end here?!”

Kang Xiangrong also spoke up. “General Yu, this does not conform to the rules!”

Yu Xiaolong said coldly, “I have already inquired about the situation clearly. Kang Xuequan, you harbored ill intentions toward Qiao Qiumeng, which led to all these subsequent events.”

“In this matter, you were in the wrong first. Do not pretend to be the victim and refuse to let it go. I do not buy that act.”

Kang Xuequan sneered. “Qi humiliated me. You want me to just let it go? Where does that leave the face of our Kang family?”

Qi Dengxian had already retreated to the corner, clearly looking like he did not want to have any interaction with Yu Xiaolong. However, in the eyes of outsiders, it seemed as if he was afraid.

“General Yu, your way of doing things is a bit unreasonable,” Kang Xiangrong added.

Yu Xiaolong gave a cold snort. Her gaze was like lightning as she looked at Kang Xiangrong asking, “Why don’t you teach me how I should do things?!”

Even a fiend like Kang Xiangrong dared not act rashly in front of this woman known as the Female War God of Huaguo. He let out a muffled grunt and did not respond.

“You were in the wrong first, so being beaten is what you deserve. If this matter spreads, the Kang family’s reputation will not sound good either. Moreover, since I have already said it ends here, who dares not to listen? Those who do not listen can try me.” Yu Xiaolong spoke with a cadence that resonated through the entire room.

Although her voice seemed calm, the undeniable dominance within it made it impossible for anyone to generate the thought of resisting her.

She was a person who, despite being a woman, could suppress the men of the world until they could not lift their heads!

Kang Xuequan gritted his teeth fiercely. Yu Xiaolong had involved herself in this matter, and she had spoken so dominantly. If he refused to let it go, he would definitely be the one to suffer in the end!

Furthermore, given how the situation had escalated, it was indeed true that he had harbored ill intentions toward Qiao Qiumeng. If Yu Xiaolong spread the word, the Kang family’s face would look ugly.

No matter how he calculated it, he would lose out!

“Good. Good. Good. Today, I will give you face, General Yu. If you want to protect this waste and the Qiao family, I have no objections!”

“However, if this waste provokes me again next time, even if the King of Heaven comes, do not blame me for not giving face!”

“The face of our Kang family cannot be slapped by just anyone!”

Kang Xuequan could only release some harsh words, having already decided to retreat in his heart.

Everyone was secretly surprised. What exactly was the relationship between Yu Xiaolong and Qi Dengxian? She had actually come personally to resolve his crisis!

Kang Xuequan waved his hand, leading his people directly out of the Qiao home.

“Young Master Kang, could the news about Yu Xiaolong dumping Qi Dengxian be a rumor?” a lackey couldn’t help but ask.

“Qi Dengxian, that waste, has already gone to the Qiao family as a matrilocal son-in-law. How could it be a rumor? It is likely that Yu Xiaolong feels guilty about unilaterally tearing up the engagement, so she came to help him this one time,” Kang Xuequan said through gritted teeth.

Kang Xiangrong nodded from the side, feeling that this logic made sense.

“Then are we just going to let this go?!” A lackey felt very unreconciled and asked in a low voice.

Kang Xuequan’s face was hideous. He shook his head and said, “Let it go? How could I possibly let it go? He beat me so miserably. If I don’t kill him, what face will I have to meet people in the future?”

“But we have to give General Yu face…” someone whispered.

Kang Xuequan snorted coldly and said to Kang Xiangrong, “Deputy Butler, find an opportunity to take him out!”

Kang Xiangrong nodded, accepting the task.

As soon as Kang Xuequan and the others left, the Qiao family members instantly relaxed.

“Many thanks to General Yu for upholding justice for us!” Qiao Guotao bowed directly to Yu Xiaolong to express his gratitude. If not for Yu Xiaolong, the Qiao family would have truly been finished this time.

Yu Xiaolong nodded silently. She looked at Qi Dengxian and said calmly, “After this, we do not owe each other anything. I hope there will be no further ties between you and me.”

Qi Dengxian’s face was full of displeasure. He felt that Yu Xiaolong was just a shit-stirring stick. If she hadn’t arrived at that exact moment, he would have definitely killed both Kang Xuequan and Kang Xiangrong right there.

Hearing these words, everyone was startled and looked at Qi Dengxian.

“Dengxian was once a young master of the Qi family and had some history with General Yu,” Qiao Guotao coughed and explained.

Hearing this, everyone understood. However, the disdain in their hearts only grew stronger. Qi Dengxian was no longer the Qi family young master, and now he had used up Yu Xiaolong’s favor. Would he dare to be so rampant in the future?!

Qiao Guotao wanted to keep Yu Xiaolong for a meal, but she shook her head and left directly.

“So that is how it is…” Qiao Qiumeng stared at Yu Xiaolong’s retreating back, lost in thought. Then, she clenched her fist tightly. “One day, I will become a person like you. Why should I accept a man you look down upon?!”

Once the crisis passed, the internal strife began. The Qiao family members all clamored for Qiao Guotao to kick Qi Dengxian out of the house.

Qiao Guotao, however, said seriously, “This matter blew up so much, but ultimately it was Kang Xuequan’s fault. Besides, General Yu helped us settle it!”

“Dengxian attacked Kang Xuequan purely to protect Qiumeng’s safety. I think it was reasonable and fair. I do not agree to this!”

Pang Xiuyun said from the side, “Old Qiao, you are too stubborn… Qiumeng, you have the most right to speak. You say something!”

“I think Dad makes sense. I cannot be ungrateful and bite the hand that fed me,” Qiao Qiumeng said with a cold expression.

NOTES

Shit-stirring stick (攪屎棍): A crude term for a troublemaker who makes a mess of things.

Matrilocal son-in-law: A husband who moves into his wife’s family home, traditionally considered a lower status.

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