BOOM!

The scene made Su's mother's scalp tingle. Her sister-in-law had always been so haughty and proud, but now she was actually kneeling before Lin Xiao, speaking to him in such a groveling tone.

Su's mother was shocked. Utterly shocked.

What on earth is going on?

Su Qingning was also somewhat surprised. Although Lin Xiao had made things very clear in the car, and she knew exactly why her aunt was asking for his help, the act of kneeling still gave her a jolt.

Su's mother reacted quickly, helping Su Qingning's aunt to her feet. Then she asked in astonishment, "Sister-in-law, what is all this?"

Su Qingning's aunt cried, "It's my fault. When Qingning brought Lin Xiao over earlier, I was too anxious and said some awful things. I've come to apologize to Lin Xiao and Qingning!"

"But... you just asked Lin Xiao to save Feng'er? Didn't you say you'd already sought help from the He Family?" Su's mother became even more puzzled.

The aunt explained through her tears, "We did, but the He Family said that Lin Xiao could save Feng'er with a single word!"

BOOM!

Su's mother was floored yet again. Her gaze shot toward Lin Xiao, her mind completely occupied by her sister-in-law's words. All she could think about was the phrase: *Lin Xiao could save Feng'er with a single word*.

But isn't Lin Xiao a beggar? Does he have that kind of power? Or is his beggar persona just a facade? Could his actual background be that remarkable?

After all, the Xue Family was no ordinary family. Even though they were just a second-tier family in Jinling City, their connection to the Xue Family of Jinhai City was anything but common.

As she thought of this, Su's mother suddenly remembered what she had said to Su Qingning in the hospital room just moments before. Her face instantly flushed hot, and her heart filled with guilt.

Lin Xiao paid no attention to the aunt. His gaze fell on Su Qingning, the implication clear. He was asking for her decision. If she just said the word, he would save the man without hesitation.

Su Qingning naturally understood the meaning in his eyes, but she was no saint. Just because her aunt said a few placating words didn't mean she would forgive her for being so rude to Lin Xiao.

"I'm sorry, Aunt. Lin Xiao can't save him," Su Qingning said gravely.

BOOM!

Everyone present was astonished. Su's mother's reaction was a given, but Su Qingning's uncle and aunt were so shocked their jaws nearly hit the floor.

Soon, Qiu Jianping recovered his senses. He spoke guiltily, "Qingning, I know your aunt's words upset you, and I apologize on her behalf. For the sake of family, please, ask Lin Xiao to save your cousin!"

"Uncle, I'm not refusing because I'm angry," Su Qingning explained. "It's because to save my cousin, Lin Xiao would also have to ask for a favor."

The crowd was stunned once more, especially Su's mother. A flicker of disappointment flashed through her eyes.

I really thought Lin Xiao had some extraordinary background. If that were the case, I wouldn't have to force Qingning to divorce him. But after all this, it turns out he still has to go begging for help?

"Qingning, what... what do you mean by that?" Qiu Jianping asked, his voice trembling.

Su Qingning asked, "Uncle, it was Mr. He from the He Family who told you Lin Xiao could save Feng'er, wasn't it?"

"Yes, Mr. He said that! He said Lin Xiao only needed to say the word to save your cousin!" Qiu Jianping replied hurriedly.

Su Qingning sighed. "Uncle, he was clearly just passing the buck. Lin Xiao doesn't have that kind of power. If he wants to ask someone for help, he has to ask the young lady of the Shao Family!"

"I know. Mr. He mentioned that the young lady of the Shao Family is very eager to curry favor with Lin Xiao. He also said that the villa king unit you're living in at Hidden Dragon Villa was a gift to Lin Xiao from that Miss Shao!" Qiu Jianping said.

Su Qingning was aware of this. She nodded and said, "Exactly, Uncle. Like I said, if Lin Xiao wants to save him, he has to ask the young lady of the Shao Family. If my cousin had only offended a second-tier family in Jinling City, that would be one thing. But we all know that the Xue Family is backed by the Xue Family in Jinhai City, which is one of the top three most prominent families there. Even if Lin Xiao asks Miss Shao for help, would she really be willing to offend the Jinhai City Xue Family for us?"

At these words, everyone fell silent. A moment ago, Qiu Jianping and his wife had been angry at Su Qingning's refusal. But now, after hearing her explanation, they realized she was telling the truth.

That was right. Even if Lin Xiao was willing to help, why would the esteemed young lady of the Shao Family offend the powerful Xue Family of Jinhai City for a complete stranger?

Just then, Lin Xiao simply smiled and asked, "Honey, do you want me to save him?"

"Don't be ridiculous. Of course I do, but..." Su Qingning shot Lin Xiao an exasperated look.

Lin Xiao cut her off. "As long as you want it, I'll save him!"

Su Qingning's anger flared. She was furious at his audacity. "Lin Xiao, don't court death! How could Shao Mei'er possibly offend the Jinhai City Xue Family for my cousin?" she said, suppressing her rage.

"Honey, who said I need to ask Shao Mei'er? This is a trivial matter. I can resolve it with a single sentence," Lin Xiao chuckled.

To be honest, even though Su Qingning's aunt was a snob who had thoroughly annoyed him, he was quite willing to help. After all, this was the perfect chance to prove his strength. Would Su Qingning's mother still dare to force a divorce after this?

But his words only made Su Qingning angrier.

That damn rogue! What time does he think it is to still be bragging? If Shao Mei'er hadn't stepped in to save him at Chunyu Pavilion last night, who knows what a mess Xue Jingdong would have made of him. I thought that incident would have taught him a lesson, but here he is, boasting again. He truly never learns. Once the wound heals, the pain is forgotten.

She was just about to give Lin Xiao a stern lecture when a flurry of hasty footsteps interrupted everyone's thoughts.

A man who was fat as a ball was striding toward them, leading a dozen or so people in an imposing procession. Even from a distance, the air of authority he exuded was impossible to hide. A suffocating pressure washed over them, and Qiu Jianping and the others instinctively backed against the wall.

Lin Xiao was a bit stunned when he saw the newcomer. It was none other than the King of the Southern Town, Xiao Shixiong.

I didn't call this guy. What is he doing here?

Soon, Xiao Shixiong was before them. When the others got a clear look at his face, they all shuddered.

King of the Southern Town, Xiao Shixiong!

An overwhelming sense of dread instantly washed over every single person present. Qiu Jianping and the others began to shiver uncontrollably. This was the King of the Southern Town, after all—the man who pulled the strings of the underworld in the six southern provinces. He was a true man of power, a figure at the very pinnacle.

Lin Xiao, however, simply looked at the man with a sly smile, too lazy to even greet him. He was curious to see what Xiao Shixiong was doing at the hospital.

But Xiao Shixiong seemed not to see him as he strode right past the group.

Well, looks like he isn't here for me, Lin Xiao thought. That's for the best. That way, he won't frighten Su Qingning and the others when he inevitably calls me 'Master.'

But just then, Xiao Shixiong, who had already walked past Lin Xiao, suddenly stopped in his tracks.

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