70: Chapter 68: Clashing Spears 70: Chapter 68: Clashing Spears “So you do have quite the eye,” Su Yaoji graciously accepted Tangyu’s compliment with a face full of allure.

She was the spitting image of a fairy reborn—a furrow of her brow, a movement, even a glance, an action, everything about her was captivatingly charming.

Such a beauty could perhaps even outshine Xinxin in terms of allure.

Though, when it comes to lasting charm, it wasn’t certain that she’d surpass Xinxin.

In any case, both women were exceptionally rare beauties, each outstanding in their own way.

Tangyu responded with a sunny smile, “That’s absolutely necessary, Su sis!

Look, hanging around Xinxin every day, I must have been influenced somehow.

Just by looking at Xinxin a few more times, naturally, my taste has improved to a certain extent, otherwise wouldn’t that be letting Xinxin down—hiss—”

He couldn’t finish his sentence as he sucked in a breath; Zhao Xinxin had kicked him again.

“What happened?” Su Yaoji asked.

“Nothing, just a toothache,” Tangyu immediately shook his head.

Su Yaoji chuckled covertly, clearly aware of the trickery.

The trio were enjoying their lively discussion, leaving Hu Xing completely out in the cold.

He watched Tangyu with disapproval, treating him like a romantic rival.

“Don’t just talk about us and leave Hu Xing out,” Zhao Xinxin said.

Su Yaoji glided a glance at Hu Xing and spoke indifferently, “Ignore him.

Let’s just talk between us.

He’s quite boring, and I have nothing in common with him.

Not humorous at all.

I originally came alone, but he insisted on tagging along, so I let him.

That’s why I asked you to bring someone, too.

Hehe, at least your Tangyu is quite entertaining.

Let’s continue chatting.”

Hu Xing’s expression turned slightly troubled.

He had been pursuing Su Yaoji, who had consistently been lukewarm towards him, always treating him as just a friend, which was immensely frustrating for him.

Now, because of Tangyu, Su Yaoji had outright snubbed him, which naturally only compounded his discomfort.

Of course, this resentment was now directed toward Tangyu.

Hu Xing’s gaze towards Tangyu flashed with a hint of hostility.

He was determined not to let any potential rival pass by; this had always been his creed.

He refused to believe that he couldn’t win Su Yaoji’s heart.

Tangyu could feel the hostility in Hu Xing’s gaze, though it was well concealed.

Still, he could sense it but chose to ignore it.

After all, if people do not offend me, I will not offend them.

“Xinxin, don’t just be your strong independent self; find someone too, it’s exhausting to struggle alone.

Little handsome Tangyu here looks pretty good—handsome, seems honest, has a bit of humor, and he smiles so brightly and comfortably.

Why not go for him, hehe,” Su Yaoji spoke without any inhibitions.

“Oh please, you little romantic, why don’t you get married first?

Aren’t you still single?” Zhao Xinxin retorted.

Tangyu was pleased and sent a meaningful look to Su Yaoji, “Su sis really has a good eye.” Being praised by a beauty naturally thrilled Tangyu.

He was thrilled, but someone was not; Hu Xing’s look of hostility intensified as if flames were about to burst forth.

Zhao Xinxin glared at Tangyu, and her foot swept towards him under the table once more, but this time Tangyu was prepared.

When Zhao Xinxin’s foot connected with his, his foot suddenly slipped as if magnetically pulling Zhao Xinxin’s foot toward him.

This sudden event caused Zhao Xinxin to lose her balance, falling directly onto Tangyu, her impressive bosom pressing against his arm, a surge of pleasure arising spontaneously.

Zhao Xinxin quickly pushed Tangyu away and sat up straight, but noticed that Su Yaoji was already snickering and her eyes also held a hint of mischievous light.

Zhao Xinxin glared at Tangyu, who looked innocently back at her, leaving her no room to burst out.

After all, Tangyu couldn’t be blamed for this.

Of course, she didn’t know that he had done it on purpose.

“Hehe, Xinxin, why rush to show off in front of us in such a mushy way?

It’s sickening; I can’t even watch,” Su Yaoji laughed.

Zhao Xinxin knew Su Yaoji was joking and teasing her, and responded irritably, “If you can’t stand to watch, then don’t.

I’m not in a rush to get married.

If you’re in a hurry, go find someone fast.

I mean, there’s no shortage of people willing to marry you; they could line up all around Donglan City—right next to one right now.”

Su Yaoji gave Hu Xing a weird look, who became somewhat excited seeing that gaze.

He even sent a grateful look to Zhao Xinxin, though clearly, he was doomed to be a tragic figure.

“Forget it, I have a thing for real love.

All fun aside, the man I marry has to be someone who can make me utterly submit, a man who can completely conquer me.

Clearly, he isn’t.

I’m not that easy, and if I had to settle, I’d rather marry handsome little Tangyu.

What do you say, if you don’t make a move soon, I might just snatch him from you,” Su Yaoji said, her words striking Hu Xing like a thunderbolt, causing his facial muscles to twitch violently.

For Hu Xing, the blow from Su Yaoji’s words was tremendous.

“As for the deadliest of woman’s heart, probably nothing is more than this, right?” Tangyu thought to himself with a smirk, his face breaking into a broader smile, as if to say: Marry, marry, as long as you dare to marry I dare to take.

“Nah, I’m not interested in young grass.

If you want him, go ahead; I totally don’t mind,” Zhao Xinxin said.

Tangyu couldn’t help but pout and said, “I mean, Su sis, Xinxin, you keep pushing this around; can’t you consider my feelings a bit?

Why act like I’m some object; I strongly protest.

Even a nobody has rights.

This is blatant discrimination!”

“Alright, you’re nothing but a thing,” Su Yaoji said.

“Uh…” Tangyu was left speechless, this wasn’t the way to play with words.

“Giggle—” Su Yaoji burst into hearty laughter, her chest heaving like two giant rabbits colliding.

Tangyu secretly clenched his teeth, determined to play bed games with them one day.

Hu Xing, who had been silent all along, finally couldn’t hold back and said, “Yaoji, in your eyes, am I really worse than an outsider?

What am I lacking?

Why do you dismiss me like this?

After all these years, are you really that cold-hearted?”

The outsider he mentioned was naturally Tangyu.

Tangyu, too, was getting displeased.

He was a victim too, why drag him into this?

Did they really think he was an easy target?

Being bullied by a beauty was something he could endure for being a good man who didn’t fight with women.

But being bullied by another man?

Su Yaoji, ignoring the displeased and about-to-explode Hu Xing, said nonchalantly, “Yes, I’ve always told you, I will never like you.

We can be friends, sure.

But if you’re thinking about anything more, that’s impossible.

I’ve told you this no less than a hundred times.

You’re the one who insists on sticking around me.

What can I do?

You know the saying, ‘beauty is in the eye of the beholder’?

Since I don’t like you, you aren’t my cup of tea.

What’s so curious about that?”

“So, have some people become your cup of tea?” Hu Xing said with a trace of agitation.

“Even if they aren’t perfect, they’re at least better than you,” Su Yaoji said mercilessly.

Tangyu huffed at Hu Xing, “I didn’t offend you, right?

Why drag me into it?

If you have something to say, say it directly; don’t beat around the bush.” Zhao Xinxin gave Tangyu a stern look, signaling him not to get involved, but Tangyu pretended not to see her glance.

He could endure being bullied by a woman, but being ridiculed and pointed at by an unrelated man wasn’t in his character.

Live and let live.

If others offend me, they must repent.

Tangyu had grown up with the Ghost Doctor; what hadn’t he seen?

Who hadn’t he dealt with?

He had always been in control of others’ life and death.

Naturally, Hu Xing, already very annoyed, burst into anger when provoked, glaring at Tangyu and said, “What if I am talking about you?

What if I can’t stand you?

Don’t say I didn’t warn you, stay away from her or you’ll suffer the consequences.”

These types of wealthy heirs were always trouble.

Zhao Xinxin tugged at Tangyu, signaling him not to speak further.

Offending Hu Xing was not wise.

Even she didn’t want to provoke the young master of the Hu family.

“Laughable, do you think you can control my freedom?

I will interact with whoever I want: what gives you the right to dictate that to me?

Do you really think you can get away with anything?” Tangyu said with a cold smile.

Su Yaoji’s eyes sparkled, clearly appreciating Tangyu’s stance.

“That’s manly, that’s cool, I like that style.

That’s the true spirit of a real man,” Su Yaoji, far from mediating, added fuel to the fire.

Her praises only infuriated Hu Xing more; though he didn’t dare retaliate against Su Yaoji, he directed all his frustration and anger at Tangyu.

He developed a deep resentment toward Tangyu, resolving to eliminate what he deemed a threat that had overshadowed him.

“Humph, I wouldn’t go so far to say I can cover the sky with one hand, but dealing with you is as easy as crushing an ant,” Hu Xing coldly threatened.

Zhao Xinxin was somewhat speechless about Tangyu, somewhat regretting bringing him along.

They had seriously offended Hu Xing now.

But thinking about it, it wasn’t all Tangyu’s fault.

Su Yaoji was also to blame, fueling the fire in such a situation, blatantly pushing Tangyu into the fray.

If Hu Xing turned out to be narrow-minded and vengeful, then Tangyu could really be in danger.

Zhao Xinxin also shot a stern look at Su Yaoji, signaling her.

“Alright, you two grown men, stop fighting.

Hu Xing, seriously, don’t scare my friends like that.

Why do you always lose your temper and throw your weight around like that?

If you keep this up, I won’t let you come next time.

Always making those terrifying statements, do you think you are part of the mafia?

Making a fool of yourself,” Su Yaoji chided.

Hu Xing, obviously displeased, gave Tangyu a deep look, snorted, and fell silent as they drove on.

“Honestly, you have absolutely no sense of humor.

It was just a joke to lighten the mood; why the long face?

You just sour the whole vibe,” Su Yaoji lamented.

Realizing he might have overreacted, Hu Xing glanced at Su Yaoji and quickly apologized, “Sorry, I’ll keep quiet.”