Suddenly, she thought it might not be so bad to have someone as her backup, someone to stand up for her.
Lu Qianzhou reached out and put his arm around Yan Xia's shoulder. "Cheng Yan Xia is my fiancée. If anyone dares to bully her, they'd better come and ask me first."
Fang Jiangyi stood beside them. At this moment, he and Lu Qianzhou rarely stood on the same side, defending Yan Xia.
Peng Shiyi had truly given her all for Fang Jiangyi. There were probably few women in the world who could do as much as she had. But when it came to dealing with people and handling affairs, Peng Shiyi really needed to learn.
After seeing her parents today, it was no wonder that Peng Shiyi had been spoiled and arrogant in the past, and now she was even using fallacies to morally blackmail Fang Jiangyi and refusing to let go.
"Since Mrs. Peng thinks her daughter has been wronged and is the victim in this accident, she can surely take legal action. Whether it's right or wrong, I believe the law will give you a fair judgment."
"One thing is one thing. The Peng family used to be a well - known family. Mrs. Peng making a scene in the hospital today will only make you lose face." Yan Xia stepped forward with a smile. "But your words did remind me. Regarding today's accident, I will hire a lawyer to fully pursue the legal liability of the perpetrator. If it's proven that Peng Shiyi intended to harm me, it won't just be a traffic accident."
If it was serious enough, it could be regarded as attempted murder.
"Cheng Yan Xia, you stole my daughter's boyfriend first, and then your fiancé caused our Peng family to go bankrupt. Now my daughter's life or death is unknown, and you still want to sue us! You're being too much!"
Yan Xia sneered. "Survival of the fittest is a common thing. If you can't compete, you have to admit defeat. Jumping up and cursing when cornered only shows that the Peng family lacks upbringing."
She had already cooperated with the police and clearly stated everything for the investigation. If there was any need for her to appear later, she would be summoned.
After that, she didn't even bother to look at them again. She took Lan Mengfan's hand and left the hospital.
Lu Qianzhou followed her all the way.
It wasn't until they got into the elevator that Lu Qianzhou looked at Yan Xia and said with a smile.
"You did a great job tonight. Remember, next time you meet such people, don't hesitate at all. If she scolds you, scold back. If she hits you, you don't have to do it yourself. I'll make sure she gets it back tenfold."
Yan Xia ignored him.
Lu Qianzhou continued. "Be tougher when you're outside. Don't make me look bad. In a word, be bold in everything you do. I'll take responsibility for anything that happens."
Yan Xia took Lan Mengfan's hand and got out of the elevator, still ignoring him.
"Stay away from Fang Jiangyi in the future. All his love affairs are being counted on you. The Peng family people aren't worth your attention."
Suddenly, Yan Xia stopped in her tracks and looked back at him. Lu Qianzhou looked down at her from above, suddenly falling silent, waiting for what she would say next.
"Are you so free that you follow me around every day and handle my affairs?" Yan Xia glared at him.
She originally wanted to say that she didn't need his charity, and she didn't need him to do these things to please her. But when the words came to her lips, they changed. In fact, she didn't really dislike him. She just hated his concealment and wanted to find out everything.
"I'm going home. Don't follow me anymore."
Lan Mengfan was being led forward by Yan Xia. She was also very good at reading the situation and waved goodbye to Lu Qianzhou with a big smile, her eyes curving. "Goodbye, Daddy Lu."
Lu Qianzhou's heart softened at her words.
No wonder Cheng Yan Xia was so reluctant to part with this child. There must be a reason. She was really good at talking, so sweet - tongued.
After leaving the hospital, she hailed a taxi with Lan Mengfan. Her car had already been towed away, and since her arm and face were injured, for safety's sake, she couldn't drive for a while.
Lu Qianzhou quickly sent his bodyguard to get the car. He originally wanted to take her home. But before the car was brought back, Fang Jiangyi's car had already stopped beside Yan Xia. Fang Jiangyi got out of the car and carried Lan Mengfan into the car himself, taking the two of them away.
The next day was the charity dinner. Lu Qianzhou sent messages to Yan Xia all day.
From "Have you eaten?" and "What are you going to do today?" in the morning.
To reminding her to rest and eat on time at noon.
In the afternoon, he asked her what she was going to do after work.
Yan Xia ignored all of them. An assistant came in to report Lu Qianzhou's schedule. Mentioning that there was a charity dinner in the evening, Lu Qianzhou didn't seem very interested. Finally, the assistant said.
"Mr. Cheng from Shengshi will also attend this charity dinner."
Lu Qianzhou immediately decided. "I'll go."
Just before getting off work in the afternoon, news came from the hospital that Peng Shiyi had woken up. As the perpetrator of this accident, she was also the most seriously injured. She had a broken arm, a mild concussion, and a broken rib. She would probably need to stay in the hospital for a while and couldn't be discharged.
When Yan Xia heard this news, she wasn't surprised.
Judging from how crazy Peng Shiyi was when she drove into her yesterday, she was clearly determined to fight to the death, or at least die together with Yan Xia.
She just didn't expect that in the end, it was Peng Shiyi who got hurt.
This time, she was tasting the bitter fruit of her own actions. But judging from Peng Shiyi's personality, she probably wouldn't let it go so easily. If she couldn't adjust her mindset in time, the things she did in the future might be even more extreme.
Because of her injuries, Yan Xia had a transparent band - aid on her forehead, and a silk scarf was tied around the wound on her arm to cover it.
She was wearing a pink cheongsam, which showed off her curvy figure. Her delicate light - pink makeup, white high - heels, long and straight legs, and her hair neatly coiled into a beautiful bun made her look extremely elegant.
She already had fair skin, and this outfit made her look even more rosy - cheeked and in good spirits.
Yan Xia and Fang Jiangyi came together. They handed their invitation cards to the waiter at the door and then entered the dinner hall.
Yan Xia kept an appropriate distance from Fang Jiangyi. She really didn't want any more rumors to spread between them.
Yan Xia sent him away early. "Mr. Fang, let me do my own thing tonight. There's no need for us to stay together all the time."
Fang Jiangyi always listened to her. He just reminded her to be careful.
Yan Xia got a drink and finally came to her seat at the scene, in the corner of the first row. From this position, she could see the movements of the whole place. Yan Xia's eyes were searching for Long Tao's figure. She came here for him tonight.
She hadn't been able to meet him last time. She believed that Long Tao must have some understanding of her by now. And this morning, several staff members from the casino had been released. This news must have spread.
The fact that she could rescue people from the police and let the underground casino continue to operate safely was enough to prove her ability.
She waited for a long time but didn't see Long Tao. All the people at the scene today were either rich or noble, including some leading actors and actresses of popular TV dramas. The scene was very lively.
Yan Xia was looking intently when suddenly a figure came in front of her, blocking the light.
"Mr. Cheng, I knew you'd come. I just knew you'd attend tonight's charity dinner."