Free Web NovelChapter 1369: Chapter 1343: Coming on Strong
Since Grandpa has already said so, Zhu Qiang seized the opportunity and said, "Grandpa, there’s no time to lose, we have to hurry. If we’re late, that brat might leave, and it’ll be hard to find him then."
Hearing this, Master Zhu nodded.
"Uncle Zhang, Uncle Zhang," Zhu Qiang called out.
A middle-aged man heard this and ran in, respectfully saying, "Master, Young Master, what are your instructions?"
"Gather a dozen capable men and then come with me and Grandpa to a place," Zhu Qiang said.
"Yes, I’ll take care of it right away," Uncle Zhang said and then turned to leave.
After a while, he returned and said, "Master, Young Master, I’ve done what you instructed. The people are in the courtyard waiting for your inspection."
Led by Uncle Zhang, Zhu Qiang assisted his grandpa to the courtyard and nodded with satisfaction.
"Master, Young Master," the strong men shouted in unison.
It’s undeniable that Uncle Zhang works quickly and is well-liked by Elder Zhu; he could be considered a capable assistant.
"Very good, excellent." Elder Zhu smiled as he looked at the strong men standing before him.
Anyone who dared to bully his treasured grandson could not be let off so easily. These men would surely make that brat cry out for mercy.
Looking at the people before him, Zhu Qiang seemed to see that guy named Ye Chen being beaten to the ground, begging for mercy.
"Master, Young Master, please get in the car," Uncle Zhang said as he opened the car door.
Zhu Qiang helped his grandfather into the car, and as he sat inside, Zhu Qiang felt delighted.
Following Zhu Qiang’s directions, Uncle Zhang drove towards the restaurant where Ye Chen and Su Wanyi were dining.
The strong men got into another van and followed behind.
Throughout the journey, Uncle Zhang kept wondering what kind of person had caused such a commotion from the Zhu Family, and he knew that the guy’s end would be tragic.
Master Zhu was famously protective of Zhu Qiang. Previously, when a wealthy young man troubled Zhu Qiang, the Elder, disregarding the families’ reputation, sent someone to render the young man incapable of taking care of himself.
The person who offended Zhu Qiang this time would likely face a similar fate.
"Grandpa, you’re so good to me," Zhu Qiang said with a smile.
"Ah, you’re my only grandson. Your parents have been abroad for years and cannot take care of you, so I definitely can’t let you be bullied. Otherwise, how could I face your parents?" Elder Zhu sighed.
"Hmph, Grandpa, stop talking about them. I act as if I don’t have them. After having me, they just abandoned me here and ignored me. Where are such parents?" Zhu Qiang said with a displeased expression.
"Ah-Qiang, you can’t blame them. They’re doing this for your sake. Your parents actually want to be with you, but they have to handle Zhu Family’s overseas projects," Elder Zhu patiently explained.
"Okay, Grandpa, stop defending them. I’m not a three-year-old, you can’t fool me," Zhu Qiang retorted.
Hearing this, Elder Zhu decided not to continue the conversation but instead changed the topic, asking, "Ah-Qiang, did you cause trouble again, and that’s why you got beaten?"
"How could that be? This time I was really bullied. I didn’t do anything," Zhu Qiang said with an innocent and aggrieved expression.
"Alright, I’ll believe you this time," Elder Zhu said with a smile.
Uncle Zhang, listening to the conversation between the grandfather and grandson, shook his head helplessly, knowing the truth was unlikely as Zhu Qiang described.
Although Elder Zhu was upright, nobody dared to voice the truth in front of him, and no one dared to say Zhu Qiang was wrong.
After driving for some time, Zhu Qiang looked at the restaurant ahead, excitedly saying, "Grandpa, we’re almost there."
"Ah-Qiang, do you have to get this excited?" Elder Zhu shook his head and asked.
"Grandpa, just thinking about getting revenge and making the one who bullied me pay dearly makes me happy," Zhu Qiang said.
After driving a bit further, the car stopped at the restaurant entrance. Uncle Zhang opened the car door, and Elder Zhu and Zhu Qiang got out.
Meanwhile, the strong men also got out of the van, each looking fierce and menacing.
Passersby, upon seeing this, quickly detoured to avoid any trouble with these people.
Of course, there were also curious onlookers who stood at a distance, wanting to see the commotion.
The waitress, seeing Zhu Qiang with an elderly man and many strong men heading towards the restaurant from the window, was terrified. She had never witnessed such a scene.
"Manager, Manager, look outside," Liu Yuting said in panic, running to the manager.
"Little Ting, what’s going on that scares you so? What could be outside that frightened you so much?" The manager laughed at Liu Yuting while looking outside.
When he saw the people outside, his smile disappeared, and he no longer mocked Liu Yuting.
"Zhu Qiang, Young Master Zhu, why has he returned?" The manager muttered fearfully.
Moreover, he recognized the elderly man beside Zhu Qiang as Zhu Family’s Patriarch Zhu Yong.
Seeing the strong men following Zhu Yong and Zhu Qiang, the manager knew they came with ill intentions.
Those outside started discussing.
"What happened for the Zhu Family patriarch himself, Elder Zhu, to come?"
"No matter what, someone is likely to suffer today."
"Everyone knows Zhu Qiang is trouble wherever he goes, causing a stir."
"Even so, what can be done? Zhu Qiang has the Zhu Family backing him, and those who provoke him end up either dead or injured."
Although people sympathized with the victim, they also couldn’t resist being curious to see what would unfold.
Zhu Qiang, hearing this, felt proud, thinking he wanted to make an example, so everyone understood the consequences of crossing him.
At this moment, Ye Chen and Su Wanyi were still chatting while enjoying their meal.
"Honey, this place is amazing, and the ingredients are so fresh," Su Wanyi said with a smile.
"If you like it, we can come once a week," Ye Chen said, looking at Su Wanyi.
"No way, if we eat like that I will turn into a big fatty," Su Wanyi said, rolling her eyes at Ye Chen.
"I think you’d look adorable as a chubby," Ye Chen said, playfully tapping Su Wanyi’s nose.
The atmosphere inside the restaurant was cozy and romantic.
Outside, however, the tension was palpable, though Ye Chen paid it no heed.
At this point, the manager ran over flustered, and the two stopped their conversation.
"Manager, what’s happening?" Ye Chen asked, seeing the manager’s face turn pale.
"Mr. Ye, look outside," the manager said, pointing out the window.
Following the direction the manager pointed to, Ye Chen looked out without showing any emotion.
