Chapter 21: The Daughter Clamors for Her Father—The Heartless Ungrateful Wretch

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Confronted with Gao Lan’s question, Liu Tianming was momentarily stunned, as if time had frozen at that moment.

“We all heard it clearly during the emergency call. It was you who brought people to cause trouble for Zhao Qiang. We have the phone recording.”

Gao Lan’s gaze was sharp, fixed intently on him, her tone serious and resolute.

“How is that possible?”

Liu Tianming widened his eyes, trying to defend himself.

“Sorry, it was I who called the police just now. You didn’t see my hands were behind my back.”

Zhao Qiang smiled faintly, a trace of slyness barely noticeable in his expression.

“Zhao Qiang, you’re playing me…”

Liu Tianming was both angry and humiliated. He never expected that after calling the police, Zhao Qiang would not only embarrass him in front of everyone but also humiliate him.

“I’m your brother-in-law now. If I’m playing you, just take it.”

“Get in the car. We’re heading to the police station.”

Gao Lan spoke expressionlessly, her tone unyielding.

“Why doesn’t he go?”

Liu Tianming was full of indignation, angrily pointing at Zhao Qiang.

“He’s the victim; he doesn’t have to go.”

Gao Lan ignored him and signaled two colleagues to escort Liu Tianming into the vehicle.

Then she turned to Zhao Qiang, concern flickering in her eyes. “Are you alright? Do you want to go to the hospital for a checkup?”

“I’m fine. Just a few thugs. I handled them easily.”

Zhao Qiang coughed lightly, pretending to be relaxed.

He had just admitted in front of everyone that he was the one who fought. If he denied it now, it would be contradictory.

“Do you live around here?”

Gao Lan asked, her eyes searching.

“Qiangzi, what are you doing here? Why aren’t you going home?”

He Fen came out to buy soy sauce and immediately noticed the two.

“You’re the female officer from the hospital today?”

He Fen recognized Gao Lan right away. Despite the dim light, she remembered her figure and appearance clearly.

“Auntie, you remember me?”

“Of course I do! You came here looking for my Qiangzi, right?”

“Come on, sit at our place for a while!”

He Fen eagerly grabbed Gao Lan’s hand, afraid she’d leave.

They had already fallen out with the Liu family, and Zhao Qiang and Liu Ruyan were definitely getting divorced.

After the divorce, he would have to remarry and find a new mother for their son.

As she was thinking about this, she appeared—and He Fen’s impression of Gao Lan was quite good.

“Auntie, no, I’m here to arrest someone.”

Gao Lan blushed and hurriedly explained, afraid He Fen would misunderstand.

After Zhao Qiang repeated the situation, He Fen learned that Liu Tianming had actually brought trouble.

“Auntie, don’t worry. I’ll take the person back and keep them confined for a few days.”

“Make sure they behave properly; they won’t affect your lives anymore.”

“Leave your number with Auntie, so if anything happens, I can find you.”

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“Sure!”

Gao Lan gave He Fen her number and told her to call anytime.

He Fen quickly asked, “Miss, may I ask, are you married?”

This female officer was bright and upright, her figure and appearance rivaling Liu Ruyan’s.

Most importantly, she was polite and seemed very likable.

Gao Lan’s face instantly reddened, and she replied sheepishly, “Auntie, I’m not married yet.”

“Mom, why are you asking that?”

“None of your business.”

“Then you must have a boyfriend, right?”

“No, I’m busy with work.”

Gao Lan glanced at Zhao Qiang and replied calmly.

He Fen’s heart leapt with joy. She held Gao Lan’s hand tighter and said, “Oh, that’s perfect! Our Qiangzi is a good boy. Though he’s had some troubles these days, he’s reliable and hardworking.”

Zhao Qiang listened awkwardly and said, “Mom, what are you talking about? Don’t worry about it.”

He Fen shot him a glare and said, “How can I not worry? This girl is so good. I think you two are quite compatible.”

Gao Lan quickly waved her hand. “Auntie, it’s really not like you think. I’m just here on official duty.”

But He Fen was persistent. “Work is work, love is love. What do you think of our Qiangzi?”

Gao Lan glanced at Zhao Qiang. “Zhao Qiang is good. Back in school…”

Suddenly she remembered something, and her face flushed deeply. She didn’t continue.

“What about school?”

“Mom, nothing much, I just helped her a little.”

Zhao Qiang cleared his throat and said no more.

Gao Lan was allergic to dust and would suffocate when exposed.

Zhao Qiang had simply given her artificial respiration over a dozen times, just a small favor.

As deskmates, it was an obligation and responsibility.

He Fen pressed on, “If you get along well, you should spend more time together and get to know each other.”

Gao Lan didn’t know how to respond when her phone suddenly rang.

After answering, she said, “Auntie, the station needs me. I have to go.”

He Fen was a little disappointed but said, “Alright, miss. You go ahead and be busy. Come visit us when you have time.”

Gao Lan nodded and hurried off.

He Fen looked at her retreating figure and said to Zhao Qiang, “Son, I think this girl is nice. You better make an effort.”

Zhao Qiang shook his head helplessly. “Mom, please don’t cause trouble.”

“I haven’t divorced Liu Ruyan yet. After the paternity test report comes out tomorrow, I still have to go settle things with the Liu family.”

He Fen snorted. “I’m not causing trouble, I’m doing this for your own good.”

Zhao Qiang felt some regret for Gao Lan.

But after so many years, the innocence of first love was gone.

Besides, he now avoided relationships, afraid of going through what he did with Liu Ruyan again.

A luxury car slowly approached, the window rolled down, revealing Chu Mengyao’s stunning face.

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Her cold eyes seemed ready to devour anyone.

“Dad!”

The girl’s voice rang out but was immediately cut off.

“So late, whose child hasn’t come home yet?”

“Mom, you go back first. I still have things to do!”

Zhao Qiang was startled and hurriedly pushed his mother back into the complex.

“I haven’t bought soy sauce yet!”

“I’ll buy it later!”

After pushing He Fen back, he quickly followed the black luxury car.

It moved slowly, as if waiting for someone to catch up.

“President Chu, what brings you here?”

Zhao Qiang asked in surprise, having just heard Taozi’s voice.

“This road belongs to your family? Can’t I walk here?”

Chu Mengyao rolled her eyes at Zhao Qiang, furious.

She wouldn’t have come to find this bastard again if it weren’t necessary.

Had she offended her? What was going on with Chu Mengyao now?

“Thanks for your help earlier.”

Zhao Qiang quickly said, gratitude evident on his face.

She must have ordered Hurbiao to intervene; otherwise, Hurbiao wouldn’t have stepped in.

“I was just passing by. Don’t read too much into it.”

Chu Mengyao replied coldly, her expression able to freeze the surrounding air.

“President Chu, where’s my daughter?”

“What daughter? She’s not here.”

Before she finished speaking, a clear, bell-like voice sounded.

“Daddy…”

Little Taozi’s small head peeked out from behind the door, her cute face flushed rosy like a ripe apple, eyes sparkling with delight.

“Sweetheart, come let Daddy hold you!”

Upon seeing little Taozi, Zhao Qiang was overjoyed. He rushed over in three long strides, scooped her into his arms, and showered her little face with kisses.

Watching Zhao Qiang embrace and kiss Taozi non-stop, Chu Mengyao was so angry her eyes almost sparked flames.

She gritted her teeth, her hands unconsciously clenched into fists.

Since Taozi came home, she kept asking where Daddy had gone.

She wouldn’t even eat, continually pulling on her, asking where Daddy was.

She had worked hard raising Taozi for three years and never seen her so happy.

This little ungrateful brat was so affectionate with Zhao Qiang, whom she’d only met a few times!

The more Chu Mengyao thought about it, the angrier she became, her heart heavy and suffocated.

“Who was that beautiful female officer just now?”

“I saw you two chatting so happily.”