Peerless Martial Expert in the City
Chapter 97 - 98 Did You Beat Up Li Ziming?

Chapter 97: Chapter 98 Did You Beat Up Li Ziming?

That was the reason she had specifically kept Xiao Yi behind today. Regarding his martial arts that knocked down those thugs single-handedly, she didn’t think much of it. In her eyes, Xiao Yi had probably just learned a few capture techniques from an elder at home. All the adjectives her sister had used earlier, such as "expert" and the like, were simply her sister spouting nonsense. She casually glanced at the thugs’ condition; had she made a move, at the very least, she could have left them crippled. Therefore, she deemed Xiao Yi’s martial arts not worth mentioning.

What made her anxious was her sister’s behavior just now. From her sister’s actions, she sensed that Xiaoxiao had a special warmth and fondness for this boy, which was a very dangerous thing. She knew that Xiaoxiao was highly intelligent and clever, and it was rare for someone to get on her good side. The number of people who had fallen for her sister’s innocent-looking face since childhood was countless.

But after all, she had lived under the protection and doting of her family since childhood, lacking social and life experience. As a sister, she couldn’t help but be extra careful.

Moreover, even if Xiao Yi didn’t harbor any ulterior motives and truly cared for her sister, she still feared that Xiao Yi might develop feelings for Xiaomei. After all, her sister’s beauty and charm were undeniable; she believed few boys could resist her allure.

This was something she would not allow.

With her keen eye as a criminal investigation team captain, she could tell at a glance that Xiao Yi didn’t seem like a boy from a significant background; what he wore was just cheap street stall clothing.

Zeng Xiaomei was not someone who judged people based on their family backgrounds; on the contrary, she admired those who had no particular status or background but were proactive and brave enough to change their situations. She had even used her connections to covertly take care of several colleagues in the police department, helping them to change their circumstances, while she was always cold and indifferent towards the relatives who joined the force. She also behaved extremely coldly towards the young masters from prominent families who pursued her.

But she was very clear that, even though her family had always showered love and affection on her and her sister, allowing them to enjoy many privileges, a lavish and comfortable life, and attention no matter where they went, it also meant certain sacrifices, such as the freedom to choose whom to marry and love.

Her family would not allow them to freely pursue love. Eventually, who to marry and when would be arranged based on the family’s interests at the appropriate time.

She did not want her family to be placed in a dilemma in the future, nor did she want her sister to fall into love and suffer the most terrifying emotional wounds in the world.

"Not very long, just a week or two," Xiao Yi responded, not understanding why she asked this and also finding it strange. Wasn’t she Zeng Xiaoxiao’s sister? Couldn’t she just ask Xiaoxiao these questions?

"Oh?" Zeng Xiaomei seemed somewhat skeptical.

"I had some family matters to attend to, which is why I came to report late, so I only met Xiaoxiao recently," Xiao Yi explained.

"Oh." Zeng Xiaomei immediately breathed a sigh of relief. Having met only a few days ago, there definitely couldn’t be any romantic relationship between them. She wasn’t worried that Xiao Yi was lying, as such matters could easily be verified with a phone call to G University.

Then, she turned to look at Xiao Yi again, "Can you tell me about your and Xiaoxiao’s interactions at school? My family members and I are usually busy with work, and we seldom have time to pay attention to her matters."

While saying this, her expression had already become much softer.

Hearing Zeng Xiaomei’s words, Xiao Yi was slightly taken aback and then seemed to understand. No wonder Zeng Xiaoxiao had such a quirky temper, a penchant for violence, and a love for lively situations—it was probably due to getting too little warmth and care from her family and being too bored. Recalling this, he couldn’t help feeling some sympathy for Xiaoxiao. He had grown up with the old man, and even though the old man was quite cruel to him usually, he never felt lonely because the old man was always by his side. It was only in recent years, as he left to temper himself, did he start to spend less time with the old man.

After organizing his thoughts, Xiao Yi recounted the events that had transpired between him and Zeng Xiaoxiao to Zeng Xiaomei.

"I think it would be good if you could spend more time with her when you are free," Xiao Yi earnestly suggested to Zeng Xiaomei at the end of his recount.

"Uh... yeah, thank you for your suggestion, I will. You just said Xiaoxiao took you to confront Li Ziming?" Zeng Xiaomei asked after listening to Xiao Yi’s story, completely reassured. She knew that Zeng Xiaoxiao had just discovered a new toy to play with and was in high spirits. However, hearing Zeng Xiaoxiao took Xiao Yi to confront Li Ziming made her forehead twitch with frustration, yet she also felt moved. This little girl was indeed spirited. Of course, she knew why Zeng Xiaoxiao would take Xiao Yi to confront Li Ziming. Some time ago, Li Ziming, with his Taekwondo Club members, had provoked Zeng Weihao’s Sanda Club, boasting loudly that Taekwondo was the supreme martial art, which caused Zeng Weihao’s club to lose its status and reputation. The incident was widely talked about, and Zeng Weihao was seriously injured, ending up in the hospital for some time. Zeng Xiaoxiao had always been close to her brother and had cursed Li Ziming vehemently, threatening to settle accounts with him. It took a lot of persuasion from the family to calm her down. Later, when she seemed to return to her usual cheerful self, they thought she could let things go easily and had forgotten about the incident. They did not expect that after such a long time, upon discovering Xiao Yi, her first move was to seek revenge for her brother.

While moved by this, Zeng Xiaomei also felt anxious. She had encountered Li Ziming and knew that he was not a magnanimous person. She feared that this issue would not be settled so calmly. She wasn’t afraid of Li Ziming seeking revenge against the Zeng family because she believed Li Ziming did not dare to challenge them yet. Although the Four Great Families—Zhao, Han, Li, and Zeng—positioned the Li family above the Zeng family, everyone knew that the Li family had become internally weak since the incident three years ago and it was uncertain whether they could still be considered one of the Four Great Families. In contrast, the Zeng family had always stuck to a low-key development strategy, quietly growing stronger, with their influence in G City now far surpassing the past.

However, just because Li Ziming didn’t dare to act openly did not mean he wouldn’t dare to act covertly. If he tried to pull something underhanded, the consequences could be unthinkable.

Zeng Xiaomei secretly resolved that, regardless of Zeng Xiaoxiao’s objections, she would have to immediately find a bodyguard to covertly protect her sister upon her return.