C11 A Big Shot Came to Visit

"Yes, I did take out a high-interest loan, but it was all for you. If you hadn't racked up debts, our child wouldn't be without the funds for medical care. Ultimately, you're the one to blame."

As the couple seemed ready to unleash a dramatic scene, the man in the floral shirt applauded with enthusiasm.

"Save your quarrel for another time. I'm here to collect what's mine. You've signed the contract, which means you need to come with me now."

The man urged them on, his impatience evident as he repeatedly glanced at his watch.

He had landed a major client for the evening, whose primary demand was for a stunning woman with an attractive figure.

Out of many options, he had chosen Xiao Qingli, whose beauty and physique stood out among the rest. He hoped she would turn a handsome profit for him.

No sooner had the man finished speaking than his henchmen began to pull her away.

Amidst this commotion, Lin Luo stood by, seemingly detached, leaving others to wonder what was on his mind.

The man was quite pleased with Lin Luo's lack of intervention.

He had been concerned that Lin Luo might intervene, prompting him to bring extra backup. To his surprise, the situation unfolded more smoothly than anticipated.

"Lin Luo, I'll give you this: you're skilled. But you're saddled with a wife who lets you down. You've managed to clear all your other troubles, but don't forget that family can be a problem in itself," the man said with a hint of sympathy, his respect for Lin Luo still apparent.

If not for this respect, he wouldn't have extended the loan to Lin Luo, the struggling young man.

Lin Luo stood with his fists clenched and his head bowed, his thoughts inscrutable.

Xiao Qingli, faced with the stranger's grip, struggled nervously, biting her lip firmly, too proud to seek Lin Luo's assistance.

She had believed Lin Luo's promises to be nothing more than deceit, never expecting that he was genuinely concerned about securing the surgery funds.

Sadly, their child's life couldn't be gambled with or put on hold.

As Xiao Qingli was dragged toward the door, Lin Luo's patience finally wore thin.

"Release her. I'm not in the mood for violence today, so it would be wise for you to back off. If I'm forced to take action, you'll regret the outcome," Lin Luo warned with a steely edge to his voice.

Lin Luo kindly offered a reminder, her words tinged with genuine goodwill.

Despite Lin Luo's well-intentioned warning, the man remained dismissive.

Today, he was much wiser. To avoid a physical confrontation with Lin Luo, he had even brought out the contract.

"This is the contract your wife signed with us. She has already sold herself to us. She took the money, so now we're responsible for collecting the goods. Your wife is nothing more than an item to us now."

Xiao Qingli was visibly upset upon hearing she was being treated as a mere item. She had only taken out a high-interest loan; how had she become a commodity?

"Glaring at me won't change anything. You signed the contract yourself. It's like a deed of servitude; once signed, it's effective and legally binding. If you dispute this, we can have it verified by experts."

The man spoke with an air of composure, evidently having come prepared.

Lin Luo snatched the document from his grasp and quickly scanned it—it was indeed akin to a deed of servitude.

"You'd better recognize the situation and leave with us quickly. I don't have time to waste on you and your spouse. Lin Luo, you no longer have any ties to us, but your wife does."

The man spoke with impatience, reaching to reclaim the contract, only to have Lin Luo tear it up on the spot.

"I've already repaid the debt. You took my daughter's surgery funds like a bandit. There's nothing wrong with my wife reclaiming it."

Lin Luo declared with conviction, tossing the shredded contract into the trash can.

The man clenched his jaw in frustration as he watched the evidence be irrevocably destroyed, nearly grinding his teeth to bits.

He had planned for every eventuality, yet he hadn't anticipated Lin Luo's strategy. He had expected a violent resolution, but this time, Lin Luo had reverted to rationality.

Outside the hospital room, the sound of rapid footsteps approached. Manager Wong hurried in, laden with bags. Surprised by the scene before him, he couldn't help but wonder how he had never noticed the couple's extensive connections, including acquaintances like Elder Xu and a host of imposing figures.

Xiao Qingli's brow furrowed as she saw Manager Wong arrive, puzzled by his intentions.

"Mr. Lin, I must apologize for the earlier offense. Please don't take it to heart. If it's a matter of money, I have some here. How much do you need?"

Manager Wong spoke with the utmost respect, his eyes betraying a hint of eagerness to please Lin Luo.

Lin Luo paid no mind to the sycophantic look in his eyes.

He was in no mood for small talk; his only desire was to quickly resolve the current issue.

With his wife on the brink of divorce, even someone as indifferent as he couldn't let the situation worsen.

"Who are you? If you really want to pay off his debt, then cough up a million yuan. That's exactly how much she owes us."

The man pointed at Xiao Qingli, his mind fixated on getting the money.

If he couldn't get the person, he'd settle for the money instead. Either way, he was determined not to come out at a loss.

Manager Wong inhaled sharply upon learning that Xiao Qingli was a million yuan in debt, clearly taken aback.

Xiao Qingli had always seemed so honest; how had she suddenly racked up such a massive debt? It couldn't be gambling, could it?

This thought made Manager Wong click his tongue in dismay, feeling a twinge of regret.

He had once held Xiao Qingli in high regard, but now he was relieved that his admiration hadn't persisted, or else she might have brought trouble to the company.

"Have you lost your mind? I only borrowed enough to cover a surgery fee from you. How did it suddenly balloon to an extra 400,000 yuan?"

Xiao Qingli's voice rose in protest, but the man found her nagging unbearable and silenced her with duct tape over her mouth.

"Women can be such a hassle. You'd do well to keep quiet, or you won't like how I handle it."

As the hospital room grew increasingly chaotic, it seemed everyone had forgotten why they were there in the first place.

Just when Lin Luo thought the ordeal was nearing its end, Elder Xu, whom they had only recently bid farewell, reappeared.

Upon seeing Elder Xu, Manager Wong's demeanor shifted instantly. "I've settled their debt, so you won't have any reason to come looking for trouble anymore."

Manager Wong declared confidently, though his sidelong glances lingered on Elder Xu.

He had recently made a fool of himself in front of Elder Xu, and if paying off the debt could mend his reputation, it might just be worth the cost.

Hearing talk of settling the debt, the man eagerly extended his hand for the money, only to be knocked to the ground by a swift kick from Lin Luo.

"This is my daughter's recovery room. If you need to discuss something, please step outside. Don't linger here."

Lin Luo spoke with evident impatience, yet the irritation within him continued to mount.