Ghost Exorciser: Is Loved By All
Chapter 623: Darling

Chapter 623: Chapter 623: Darling

Yu Mei felt a strange thrill run through her at the thought of this man, a cold and seemingly indifferent force, now standing in her domain.

She recalled the rumors of Yu Holea breaking down in public after the engagement was annulled.

But Qiao Jun had remained unshaken, untouched by the emotional storm around him.

His calmness, in contrast to Yu Holea’s devastation, had made the news a sensation.

As her mind whirred with possibilities, a thought took root in her mind. What if I could have him?

Yu Mei’s lips curled into a subtle smile.

She knew Qiao Jun was far more influential—and richer—than Leng Huan. Leng Huan, with all his wealth, was still only a stepping stone but Qiao Jun... was someone who could give her everything she wanted and more.

Yu Mei took a slow step forward, her movements fluid and graceful as she allowed her charm to seep into her demeanor.

She tilted her head slightly, her eyes locking with his, her voice soft and coy.

"Mr. Qiao," she said, letting the words hang in the air, "we’ve never met before, but I’m sure we could discuss some... business. After all, we have a lot in common, don’t we?"

She paused, allowing her words to linger, making sure he caught the double meaning behind her invitation.

Yu Mei’s eyes traced the sharp angles of his face, her smile growing ever so slightly. She wasn’t in a hurry. She knew how to play the game.

Qiao Jun stood motionless for a moment, his icy blue gaze never leaving hers.

There was an unreadable expression in his eyes, but Yu Mei could see a flicker of something there—amusement? Disinterest? It was hard to tell.

"Business, huh?" he finally replied, his voice smooth, though there was a hint of something colder behind it.

"I’m afraid I’m not interested in that. I’m just here to collect the debts owed to me."

"What type of debts is Mr. Qiao talking about?" Yu Mei asked as she slowly kneeled, letting her cleavage show.

Qiao Jun averted his gaze calmly and said in a cold voice,

"You are going to harm my lover, of course, I will collect debts from you."

Yu Mei paused, she raised an eyebrow and asked with confusion,

"What?"

"You are planning to frame my fiance by making her offend a big shot, aren’t you Miss Mei?" Qiao Jun asked with conviction in his tone.

Yu Mei froze the confident smirk on her face faltering as Qiao Jun’s icy words pierced through the air.

"You’ve already broken off the engagement with Yu Holea," she blurted out, her voice uncharacteristically shaky.

"Why do you care what happens to her?"

Qiao Jun chuckled, the sound low and mocking.

He crossed his arms, his sharp features illuminated under the dim light of the room, making him look even more imposing.

"Why do I care?" he repeated, his tone almost amused. His piercing blue eyes locked onto hers with a dangerous intensity.

"Because I love her."

Yu Mei’s lips parted in disbelief. Her mind reeled.

Love? The word seemed alien when applied to someone as cold and composed as Qiao Jun.

She scoffed, shaking her head. "You expect me to believe that?" she said, regaining some of her composure.

"If you loved her, why would you break off the engagement in the first place? Doesn’t add up, Mr. Qiao."

Qiao Jun’s gaze didn’t waver. "I don’t have to explain myself to you," he said flatly, his voice void of any emotion.

Yu Mei’s shock quickly turned to defiance. She straightened her posture and let out a low chuckle, her eyes narrowing.

"Oh, I see what this is," she said, her voice dripping with mockery.

"You’re just using Yu Holea as a shield. You don’t love her. In fact..." Her smile turned coy as she leaned slightly closer.

"You’re here because you want me. Admit it."

A flicker of disgust passed over Qiao Jun’s face. He stepped back slightly, his cold expression hardening.

"I don’t waste time entertaining delusions," he said, his tone sharp and dismissive.

Then, turning to his bodyguards, he issued a single, chilling command. "Teach her a lesson."

Yu Mei’s eyes widened as the men began to advance toward her.

Instinctively, she backed away, raising her hands defensively.

"Don’t do anything funny," she warned, her voice rising in panic. "I swear, I’ll—"

But Qiao Jun simply chuckled, the sound devoid of humor.

His mere presence seemed to sap the confidence from her as he motioned to his men to continue.

The first bodyguard lunged at her, but Yu Mei, her fear giving way to desperation, summoned a surge of dark energy into her palm.

With a cry of rage, she hurled a crackling black energy ball at the approaching man, sending him flying back into the wall with a thud.

The remaining bodyguards paused momentarily, startled by the display of power.

Yu Mei smirked, her confidence returning to full force as she raised another swirling orb of black energy.

"Is this the best you’ve got, Qiao Jun?" she sneered, her voice dripping with mockery.

"No wonder Yu Holea needs someone like you to protect her. She’s too weak to stand on her own. What a pathetic excuse for a woman."

Qiao Jun’s face remained impassive, but there was a flicker of something dark in his eyes—disdain, perhaps, or anger.

He said nothing, merely gesturing for his bodyguards to continue.

The men hesitated for a moment before regrouping and advancing on Yu Mei again.

She fought back fiercely, hurling energy attacks at them, her laughter echoing through the room as she taunted them.

But her overconfidence proved to be her downfall.

One of the bodyguards managed to evade her attack and struck her square in the side, sending her sprawling to the ground.

Before she could recover, another delivered a sharp kick to her abdomen, knocking the wind out of her.

Yu Mei gasped, the pain radiating through her body.

Her earlier bravado crumbled as she looked up at Qiao Jun, her lip trembling. "Wait," she said, her voice trembling. "Stop. Let’s talk."

Qiao Jun remained silent, watching her struggle with an unreadable expression.

"I-I get it, okay?" she stammered, desperation creeping into her tone.

"You’re angry. I get it. But this... this is unnecessary." Her eyes darted between the bodyguards and Qiao Jun, calculating her next move.

Then, with a seductive smirk that didn’t quite reach her eyes, she pushed herself up slightly, leaning on her elbows.

"You know," she began, her voice turning low and sultry, "if you want something from me, there are... better ways to get it."

Her meaning was unmistakable. She batted her lashes, her gaze meeting his in what she hoped was an enticing challenge.

For a moment, there was silence. Then, Qiao Jun laughed—a cold, cruel sound that sent chills down her spine.

"Pathetic," he said, his tone dripping with disdain.

"You think you can barter your way out of this with your body?" He stepped forward, his presence towering over her as he addressed his men. "Make sure she learns her place."

Yu Mei’s eyes widened in horror as the bodyguards closed in on her once more.

This time, the blows came harder, more relentless.

She tried to fight back, summoning another energy ball, but her strength was waning.

The pain overwhelmed her, and her screams echoed through the room.

Qiao Jun stood by the door, his arms crossed, watching impassively as his men carried out his orders.

There was no satisfaction in his gaze, only cold resolve.

"Next time you think about harming Yu Holea," he said quietly, almost to himself, "remember this."

Yu Mei’s flashed with hatred but she didn’t dare to open her mouth and pretended as if she had fainted.

Qiao Jun continued,

"I know you can hear me. Let me make it clear, if you dare to continue with your plan, I will personally destroy your career in the entertainment industry, and make your Yu family go bankrupt, even your father won’t be able to save himself."

Yu Mei’s eyes flew open and she glared at Qiao Jun,

"Why the f*ck are you suddenly being so mean?"

It wasn’t her first time messing with Yu Holea. But it was Qiao Jun’s first time harming her.

"Second time." Qiao Jun corrected her,

"I have harmed you a second time. The first time I had hired a truck man and almost had you sent to the gates of hell. Oh and let me tell you whatever you do to Lea, I will return it a hundred folds."

Yu Mei gnashed her teeth and muttered,

"Crazy! Crazy! Qiao Jun, you shouldn’t intervene in the matter between me and Yu Holea otherwise you will have to pay for it too.

I was in a coma for 3 years because of the car accident plotted by you, but don’t forget you were in a coma for 3 years too."

Qiao Jun chuckled,

"That? Don’t worry, now even if I kill you, I won’t face any retribution. The only reason I didn’t kill you because my darling wanted to play with you for a while."