C256 The Material Woman Was Punished and Received the Reward from the Mission
"I don't hold a grudge against you, but you need to tone down the arrogance," Lin Dong said with a smile, his demeanor as serene as ever.
Wang Tiancheng didn't dare take Lin Dong lightly; after all, Lin Dong held the fate of his family in his hands. They needed to tread carefully and curry favor with Lin Dong, or else with just one word, he could strip Wang Wei of his board membership, leaving their family destitute.
In essence, the Wang family's livelihood was at the mercy of Lin Dong.
Wang Tiancheng quickly agreed, "Of course, of course. From now on, if Dong gives the word, I'll be ready to face any challenge!"
His subservient attitude was on full display, indistinguishable from that of his cronies.
Lin Dong, however, remained silent. He had never considered Wang Tiancheng a threat. It had always been Wang Tiancheng issuing challenges, and now he had learned his lesson. Lin Dong wasn't one to be overly confrontational; he decided to let bygones be bygones.
Zhou Huazhi, on the other hand, hadn't earned any favor from Lin Dong. She was the type to stoop low to climb high, shunning the poor and favoring the wealthy, never giving Lin Dong the time of day. Moreover, she had gone out of her way to cause trouble and flaunt her power over Lin Dong. He wasn't inclined to let her off easily.
Lin Dong's gaze shifted to Zhou Huazhi, and Wang Tiancheng was quick to read the room.
He stepped forward, saying, "That despicable woman has come between us, Dong. Rest assured, I'll take care of her."
Wang Tiancheng's eyes were fierce as he spoke. To him, his girlfriend wasn't a priority. Such women were easily replaced, especially when he could attract them with the promise of wealth.
If punishing her meant gaining Lin Dong's forgiveness and favor, and strengthening their alliance, he would not think twice about casting her aside.
Lin Dong, hands in his pockets, spoke indifferently, "She's your girlfriend, not my concern. Whatever you decide to do is your business, just keep it away from me."
"I understand, Dong. Rest assured, I won't cause you any trouble!"
Wang Tiancheng finished speaking and immediately headed towards Zhou Huazhi with an icy expression.
He seized Zhou Huazhi by the hair and dragged her toward the roadside.
His disdain for Zhou Huazhi had reached its peak.
She had needlessly stirred up trouble with Lin Dong and even incited him to oppose Lin Dong!
Had he not eventually admitted his fault and received Lin Dong's forgiveness, his father might have lost the chance to become a board member!
And to think of future dividends and financial discussions, those were now out of the question!
Lin Dong's evident revulsion towards Zhou Huazhi was unmistakable!
Handling Zhou Huazhi properly would surely bring Lin Dong some satisfaction.
By winning over Lin Dong, Wang Weihe's status could be secured, ensuring the Wang family a peaceful existence in Jiangyang.
"Ah!"
"Please, Young Master Wang, spare me!"
"Don't hit me anymore, it hurts so much! My back, my arm, ah!"
...
Zhou Huazhi's screams echoed.
It appeared that Wang Tiancheng had started to deal with her right there on the street.
Her cries faded with distance.
Lin Dong felt no pity.
Zhou Huazhi was a scoundrel by nature, always eager to elevate herself by demeaning others, even if it meant threatening and framing the innocent.
She had committed similar acts many times, not just to Lin Dong.
How many of those people were blameless?
Everyone should be ready to face the consequences of their actions, whether good or bad.
Zhou Huazhi should have long understood the repercussions of her behavior; she didn't deserve any sympathy.
The issue was finally resolved.
Simultaneously, a notification chimed in Lin Dong's mind: "Ding! The company host has completed the system task. Received..."
