Lin Feng briefly explained to Su Zi and Ning Aoxue the identities of Liu Yu and Li Hongming, and the course of the conflict. While maintaining a neutral narrative, Lin Feng also highlighted the fact that Liu Yu had spoken arrogantly and initiated the physical altercation.

"The Li Family and Liu Family from Harbor City?" After hearing Lin Feng's account, Ning Aoxue couldn't help but frown slightly. These two prominent families were no ordinary merchants. Combined, these two families wielded immense influence in Harbor City, commanding respect in both business and political circles. It was no exaggeration to call them the uncrowned kings of the city.

Against the combined might of the Liu and Li families, even Ning, a financial group of their scale, seemed somewhat outmatched. After all, Ning's finances were mostly transparent; their assets could be estimated. However, the Liu and Li families, having been entrenched in the city for decades and expanded their operations worldwide, possessed a foundation of resources that was simply inestimable.

How did Lin Feng manage to provoke such behemoths in the blink of an eye! I want to step in for him, but what can I do? Neither the Liu Family nor the Li Family are easy to deal with, and Lin Feng has offended both at once. What on earth can be done? Ning Aoxue, who wanted to step in for Lin Feng, couldn't help but feel a sense of exasperation.

"'Good hit... People like her need to be taken down a peg or two, or else she'll never know her place!'" Su Zi suddenly patted Lin Feng's shoulder with a grin, then clenched her fist excitedly...

"A'zi, you..." Ning Aoxue, still distressed, broke out in a cold sweat observing Su Zi's reaction. You foolish girl! Don't you realize Lin Feng is my bodyguard? If this blows up, my father will have to face those two behemoths, the Liu and Li families! I know your family can handle them, but aren't you estranged from your family right now…

No, wait. Ning Aoxue suddenly remembered Su Zi's trip back to the capital. Could it be that A'zi has reconciled with her family? If so, as long as she can get her family to intervene, the Liu and Li families wouldn't dare to be so audacious!

At this thought, Ning Aoxue discreetly gave Su Zi a meaningful look. Su Zi chuckled, gave Ning Aoxue a reassuring glance, and nodded. "Relax! Relax! The Liu and Li families aren't entirely unreasonable. Their own children are out here acting so arrogantly; they'd be too embarrassed to step in for such disgraceful individuals…"

Su Zi clearly held Liu Yu and Li Hongming in utter contempt. She then passed the several bags she was holding to Lin Feng, feigning a woeful expression. "Student Lin Feng, these things have chafed my hands red. Can you really bear to see this young lady suffer so much and remain unmoved?"

Ning Aoxue, silent, also handed her shopping bags over to Lin Feng.

Lin Feng was unaware that Ning Aoxue and Su Zi had, through an exchange of glances, tacitly agreed to leverage their families' influence. These two girls are suddenly acting a bit odd, as if I've inadvertently incurred a massive debt of gratitude to them…

Actually, Lin Feng wasn't at all worried about any retaliatory pressure from Harbor City's Liu and Li families. He hadn't truly started any business ventures yet, and in terms of his studies, he had his father Lin Zhonghua's connections to shield him. He was completely unafraid of external pressure. Unless the other party resorted to hiring assassins, no prominent family could touch him.

"Brother Ming, can you actually do anything about him? If you can't, I'll have my uncle teach him a lesson! My uncle won't stand by and watch me get bullied. As my best friend, you wouldn't just ignore me, would you?!" Seeing the situation turning unfavorable, Liu Yu began to press Li Hongming to act, using Liu Changqing as a threat. She knew Li Hongming was pursuing her, and this was a clear insinuation.

Li Hongming finally felt disgusted by Liu Yu. This idiotic woman is truly beyond saving! Does she have no understanding of common sense on the mainland?

Li Hongming couldn't think of any way to deal with Lin Feng. Even if Li Jiacheng himself were to step in, he could only try to find fault with Lin Feng through official channels, which would be a meager form of retaliation at best. Never mind the amount of manpower and connections that would require; the crucial point was, it wasn't even guaranteed to be effective.

Moreover, Li Hongming was beginning to find Liu Yu repulsive. Any romantic notions he once had for her had long since been tossed to the far corners of the earth. Why on earth should he stick his neck out for Liu Yu?

"You're fine, aren't you? Just let this matter drop! Don't stir up more trouble." Li Hongming's tone was exceedingly cold, his words clearly indicating a desire to back down.

"Li Hongming, I never knew you were this kind of person! A coward! Weakling! And a lecher!" Liu Yu followed Li Hongming's gaze and noticed he was sneaking glances at Su Zi and Ning Aoxue. Her expression suddenly shifted. "You think I don't know what you're thinking? You're just smitten with those two wenches, aren't you! I'll make sure my uncle tells Grandpa Li exactly what happened today. Just because they're pretty, you watched them bully me! I'm going to have Grandpa Li strip you of your position as General Manager of the Jiangzhou branch!"

"What are you babbling about?! How could I not help you?" Liu Yu's threat was effective. Although her reasoning was flawed, her relationship with Li Jiacheng was indeed good, and she could get her views across. Li Hongming knew this. He also knew this foolish woman was truly capable of doing such a thing, and for Li Jiacheng to remove him from his position, it would only take a single word; too many reasons weren't necessary...

Faced with Liu Yu's triumphant expression, Li Hongming steeled himself and walked over to Lin Feng. He asked in a low voice, "Since this has happened, let's discuss how to resolve it. May I ask, Mr. Lin Feng, which department or organization are you affiliated with?"

Lin Feng had no intention of shirking responsibility. He was about to tell Li Hongming his student status when, unexpectedly, Ning Aoxue stepped forward and said calmly, "I am Ning Aoxue of the Ning Corporation. He is my personal bodyguard."

Ning Corporation... Li Hongming's mind reeled slightly. He knew exactly what Ning Aoxue introducing herself like this signified.

This incredibly beautiful girl was Ning Fuxun's daughter!

An immense pressure instantly bore down on Li Hongming from all directions, making it difficult for him to breathe. Although Li Hongming shared the Li surname, he wasn't part of the Li family's main lineage; he was merely a somewhat capable employee. Facing the Ning Group, one of China's top ten conglomerates, Li Hongming couldn't help but feel waves of powerlessness.

Hold on, if I heard correctly, that Lin Feng is just Ning Aoxue's bodyguard? Li Hongming suddenly snapped back to reality, a feeling of hope dawning in his heart. If Lin Feng is just a bodyguard, then this matter becomes much simpler!

"What? He's just a bodyguard! Haha, I knew it! He's so uncouth, how could he possibly be someone of status? Turns out he's just a menial servant. That's hilarious..." Liu Yu suddenly burst into hearty laughter, her disdainful eyes fixed on Lin Feng. She coldly cursed, "You despicable creature! How dare you hit me! I will definitely not let you off!"

SLAP!

Lin Feng strode forward and ruthlessly slapped Liu Yu again. While she was still in shock, he said coolly, "Watch your decorum. And stop spewing trash!"

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