Rotting Land: Survive

Reluctantly, Huang Yong replied, "Liu, about today’s incident, it’s not entirely the young master’s fault. Personally, I think love between men and women is quite normal, especially since the young master and Yang Xue had a history. As for whether Wang Qiang and Yang Xue are currently in a relationship, honestly, it’s all conjecture on our part, no one really knows. Plus, we just saw inside the room, Yang Xue was helping the young master to cover up, indicating she doesn’t oppose the young master’s request. Otherwise, she could easily side with Wang Qiang and let the people in the villa deal with the young master, but that’s not the case."

Liu Yunpeng looked gratefully at Huang Yong. In just a few words, the latter had honorably whitewashed his shameful actions today.

That’s not even the main point. The main point is that Huang Yong didn’t hold a grudge against him for his past disrespect and insults. At this moment, Liu Fugui was consulting him about punishing himself; if Huang Yong wanted revenge, this was a perfect opportunity.

But he didn’t do that; instead, he was helping him avoid punishment. This made Liu Yunpeng deeply grateful and also self-reflective for holding such a grudge against him in the past, which was truly unnecessary.

"Enough, Huang Yong. I’m asking you how to punish this brat, not to hear you find excuses for him," Liu Fugui shoved Liu Yunpeng aside, his sharp gaze fixed on Huang Yong.

"Well..." Huang Yong thought that his excuses would prompt Liu Fugui to end the matter, who would have thought the latter was so determined? It seemed like relying on smooth-talk to get through wasn’t happening.

Huang Yong had no choice but to bite the bullet and say, "Liu, I think this way, considering this incident was mainly triggered by Wang Qiang’s recklessness, it’s too heavy to use family law to punish the young master. Also, the young master is your only son and carries the responsibility of leading the group in the future. Let’s give him an opportunity for redemption."

"Get to the point, what exactly to do?"

"Confine the young master, during this period no outings, honestly reflect on his mistakes, and write a letter of remorse seriously. If he commits similar mistakes again, we’ll use family law to deal with him. Liu, does this sound feasible?"

Huang Yong’s decision on punishment left Yao Ruyi incredulous. He turned and glanced at his subordinates opposite him, who seemed unusually calm, as if they had already expected this outcome.

Yao Ruyi sighed to himself; you can’t compare people. When they make minor offenses, they are lightly scolded or beaten, if heavier, they might have their throats slit or legs broken.

Oh well, just fortunate they have a good father.

"Alright, since you said so, let’s do it." Liu Fugui nodded silently, satisfied with Huang Yong’s sensible cooperation.

Frankly, today’s actions were also a test of Huang Yong’s loyalty. If Huang Yong foolishly agreed with severe punishment proposals like chopping hands or suggested other harsh measures against Liu Yunpeng, he planned to eliminate Huang Yong in the future.

After all, everyone knows the significance of Liu Yunpeng to Liu Fugui, especially as someone who has been by his side for years.

So as long as he had any notion of harming Liu Family members, in Liu Fugui’s view, it’s a sign of disloyalty. Such people shouldn’t be left unattended, or should he wait for them to challenge his leadership eventually? Wasn’t He Lei a stark warning of that!

"Yunpeng, let me tell you, out of respect for your brother Huang, I’ll give you another chance today, but remember this: Don’t think just because you are my son, I’ll endlessly indulge you. Things are not the same now; if you dare to drag this group into dangers again, I’ll personally deal with you."

Although Liu Fugui’s words were stern, in Huang Yong’s ears, it was just a joke. He’d rather believe a pig could climb a tree than take the former’s rehearsed drama seriously.

"Dad, I... I absolutely won’t dare again, Brother Huang can testify. If I mess up again, you can use family law on me!" Liu Yunpeng wasn’t considering anything else right now. No matter what, he first needed to pass this moment. Whether a ’next time’ exists, who knows...

Liu Fugui impatiently waved his hand: "You’d better do it, or don’t blame me for not remembering our father-son bond later. Alright, you’re getting off lightly this year thanks to your brother Huang’s plea, aren’t you going to thank him?"

"Oh! Liu, this..."

"Brother Huang, thank you!" Huang Yong hardly had a chance to speak before Liu Yunpeng kneeling moved to him: "Rest assured, I will not disappoint your plea today. Please continue to guide and supervise me in the future."

Huang Yong faced this scene with a wry smile; he thought to himself, this scoundrel better quickly make another incident and see how his father handles it next time. Damn, with you around us, there’s a ticking time bomb as long as you’re here. I don’t want to be killed by this ticking bomb. Damn it!

Despite such thoughts, Huang Yong showed solemnity; he hurriedly extended his hands to lift Liu Yunpeng, earnestly saying: "Young master, why say this? Guarding the young master is my duty, not about supervision or guidance. In the future, if the young master has anything unclear, I will tell what I know. If there’s anything wrong the young master does, I’ll point it out frankly. And if I have any inadequacies, I hope the young master will speak up."

"Well, alright, that’s it then. Huang Yong, you all go back inside, it’s late, everyone should rest early!" Liu Fugui slowly stood up. Pretending to be angry and furious just now had consumed a lot of energy, and now that the matter was closed, he felt exhausted.

Hearing Liu Fugui wanting them to go back inside, Huang Yong quickly suggested: "Liu, you and the young master rest, we’ll stay tonight in case of emergency!"

"Not necessary!" Liu Fugui shook his head weakly: "If someone truly wants trouble, no amount of vigilance will help. Don’t forget your guns are in their hands. Better rest early rather than do useless things."

Huang Yong bowed his head in thought; realized that such guarding wasted energy and didn’t achieve much effect. However, having said it out, retracting would seem lazy and unprofessional, so he continued to propose: "Then, I’ll have Xiao Yao stay for night watch, us three rotating shifts, at least there’ll be response if anything urgent happens, how’s that Liu?"

"Alright, make arrangements then! It will be hard for Xiao Yao!"

"Okay, Liu, I’ll arrange it now!" (To be continued. If you enjoy this work, welcome to qidian.com to vote for recommendation and monthly tickets; your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please visit m.qidian.com to read.)