C48 The Evidence Is Conclusive

Qin Xiaojia's face was a mix of grievance and anger as he demanded, "Dad, why would you hit me for that loser?"

Qin Hu's face flushed crimson with rage as he bellowed, "Scoundrel! Kneel before Mr. Lin and apologize this instant!"

"You might be scared of him, but I'm not. So what if the Nine-star General threw him a wedding? What's so special about that? And for that, you expect me to kneel and apologize?"

Qin Xiaojia's ignorance only fueled Qin Hu's fury.

"If I don't teach you a lesson today, I'm no father of yours!"

With that, he lifted his machete, poised to strike Qin Xiaojia.

Completely terrified, Qin Xiaojia realized this was no bluff.

He hurriedly knelt before Lin Xuan and Pei Qiuyu, bowing frantically like a pecking hen.

"Mr. Lin, Miss Pei, I'm truly sorry. I was out of line, and I admit my mistake. I won't covet Miss Pei any longer. Please, I'm begging you to spare me. Don't let my dad end me..."

Facing the threat of death, pride was the last thing on his mind. Reluctantly, he knew he had to own up to his errors or risk losing his life.

Qin Hu glowered at him and roared, "If Mr. Lin and Miss Pei don't forgive you today, I'll personally make sure you pay the price!"

Just then, Pei Qiuyu spoke up softly, "Master Hu... he's already been punished. Please... don't hurt him further. I... I would be scared..."

Hearing this, Qin Hu was taken aback, quickly bowing deeply. "Miss Pei, I can't accept the title of Master Hu. Just call me Little Tiger."

Lin Xuan spoke up calmly, "Well, since my wife has spoken, I won't press the matter."

Relieved, Qin Hu swiftly kicked Qin Xiaojia, "Don't just lie there! Thank Mr. Lin and Miss Pei, you worthless fool!"

"Thank you, Mr. Lin, thank you, Miss Pei, for sparing my life!" Qin Xiaojia prostrated himself before them, expressing his gratitude over and over.

"Lin Xuan, I want to go back," Pei Qiuyu said with a hint of shyness in her voice.

"Alright, we'll leave now," Lin Xuan responded with a nod.

Qin Hu hurried over and respectfully interjected, "Please wait a moment."

Sensing Pei Qiuyu's eagerness to leave, Lin Xuan suggested she step outside to wait for him.

Once Pei Qiuyu had exited the pavilion, Lin Xuan turned to Qin Hu and inquired, "What is it?"

Qin Hu bowed slightly and offered, "As a gesture of Little Tiger's remorse, I would like to extend an invitation to dine with you both at my Heroes Manor restaurant this evening. I hope you'll grace us with your presence and accept Little Tiger's apology."

"We'll talk about it later," Lin Xuan replied nonchalantly, making his way to the door.

He then pointed to the surveillance camera and demanded, "I want a copy of the footage from this camera. If I discover your son has done anything untoward to my wife, your entire family will pay the price."

"Yes, of course," Qin Hu agreed, nodding fervently.

With the video in hand, Lin Xuan departed.

Meanwhile, Qin Hu, believing Lin Xuan had accepted his offer, went to great lengths to prepare the evening's feast.

Just as Lin Xuan stepped outside, Pei Qiuyu spun around, her face stern, "Lin Xuan, you may have saved me this time, but I forbid you from misusing the title of Nine-star General again. Flaunting that name to bully or deceive others will only bring us trouble in the end. Do you understand?"

"Okay."

"Take this seriously," Pei Qiuyu insisted.

"My dear, I get it," Lin Xuan assured her, matching her earnest tone.

Pei Qiuyu let out a sigh, her mind set on driving.

Reading her mood, Lin Xuan offered to take the wheel and drive her home.

The moment they arrived home, Pei Qiuyu's emotions overwhelmed her, and she broke down in tears.

She was heartbroken to realize her grandmother's indifference and her cousin's betrayal.

Had Lin Xuan not been there today, she dreaded to think what might have happened.

Lin Xuan, after reviewing the video, pieced together the entire sequence of events.

The root of the trouble was none other than the unrepentant Pei Jinzheng.

Lin Xuan picked up his phone, a glint of severity flashing in his eyes. He commanded, "Get the police to the Pei residence. Once we verify the evidence, I want the one who hurt Qiuyu to rot in jail!"

"Yes, Hall Master!" came the reply.

Lin Xuan had prepared a simple yet comforting lunch for Pei Qiuyu.

After the meal, her spirits had lifted considerably.

Now, it was time to confront the Pei family.

Lin Xuan drove with Pei Qiuyu to their doorstep.

Upon entering, he bellowed, "Pei Jinzheng, you scoundrel, show yourself!"

His shout roused the entire household, including the old lady and the uncle's family.

Pei Jinzheng burst out, seething, "Who are you calling trash? You looking for trouble?"

"It's you I'm talking about!" Lin Xuan retorted icily. "You thought you could deceive my wife and just walk away?"

"What are you blabbering about?!"

Pei Jinzheng was visibly rattled.

Sun Lanping jabbed a finger at Lin Xuan, accusing, "Mind your language! What did my son do to Pei Qiuyu? Spouting such drivel, you think you're untouchable?!"

"He deceived Qiuyu, and you're all covering for him?" Lin Xuan shot back, unflinching.

Then, a voice filled with outrage cut through the tension.

"You claim my grandson Jinzheng deceived Qiuyu? Present your proof!"

Old Lady Pei was the speaker, her gaze icy as she fixed it on Lin Xuan.

She looked at him as if he were the culprit, not Pei Jinzheng.

Lin Xuan held up a USB drive and declared, "All the evidence is right here. The police will arrive shortly, and Pei Jinzheng will be the one in cuffs!"

Old Lady Pei's expression hardened as she glared at Lin Xuan, defiant. "Spouting rubbish, are you? Over my dead body will anyone take my grandson Jinzheng!"

Her fear for Pei Jinzheng's capture was palpable.

Meanwhile, Pei Jinzheng was livid. "Quit trying to intimidate me with your so-called evidence! Don't pin this on me!"

"Yes, we're accusing you of slander!" Sun Lanping chimed in.

Just then, the Pei family's front door was pounded on forcefully. Moments later, several police officers entered. Upon seeing them, Pei Jinzheng's anxiety spiked, his heart pounding in his chest.

Old Lady Pei approached them, her voice trembling, "Officers, may I inquire why you've come to our home?"

The police captain, with a stern expression, announced, "We've received a complaint alleging that Pei Jinzheng is involved in human trafficking and fraud. We're here to take him into custody. Which one of you is Pei Jinzheng? He needs to come with us."

The Pei family was collectively stunned.

Pei Jinzheng felt an icy dread and broke into a cold sweat.

Old Lady Pei, pale as a ghost, pleaded urgently, "Officers, my grandson is a law-abiding citizen, a good citizen. You mustn't believe false accusations and take him away!"

"Yes, exactly!" Pei Jinzheng quickly agreed, nodding.

Lin Xuan handed a USB drive to one of the officers, stating, "The evidence is irrefutable. A quick look and you'll see he has no ground to deny the charges."

Pei Jinzheng felt his legs give out, nearly collapsing to the floor.

Old Lady Pei shot a furious look at Lin Xuan and Pei Qiuyu, her voice raised in indignation, "We're family, and yet you call the police on us? What has Jinzheng ever done to you? This is utterly heartless!"