The Rich Second-Generation Villain With No Morals

Chapter 43: A Selfless Sacrifice in the Making

No matter how strong a person was, they couldn’t stand against sheer numbers.

Zheng Yu was left with a swollen face and possibly a few broken ribs.

In the end, it was only thanks to a few loyal underlings dragging him away that he managed to escape with his life.

As Zheng Yu, full of resentment, was carried off, his venomous gaze locked onto Qi Lin.

Qi Lin, however, merely smirked wickedly.

He was starting to enjoy the feeling of power that money brought.

But Zheng Yu was just a small fry—the real focus of today was Wang Siling.

“Anyone interested in making some extra cash? I need people for a little act. Each of you will get 100 yuan.”

Qi Lin addressed the delinquents who had just finished beating up Zheng Yu.

At this moment, every one of them was holding several crisp 100-yuan bills.

After witnessing Qi Lin’s wealth and ruthless nature, they no longer saw him as an easy target but as someone to be feared and respected.

“When Young Master Lin gives an order, who dares refuse?”

“Just tell us who to take care of, Young Master Lin! I’d do it even for free!”

“Count me in!”

The rowdy crowd clamored, eager to participate.

Seeing this, Qi Lin felt a slight headache.

He only needed five or six people. If too many of them showed up, they might end up attracting the police.

In the end, he randomly selected a few and handed each one 100 yuan.

“You see that kid? Take a taxi to the riverside and harass the girls around him. Remember—only verbal harassment, no physical contact. If anyone dares to touch them, I’ll personally cut off their hands.”

“When you provoke the girls, he’ll definitely jump in to protect them. That’s when you beat him up—but be careful not to injure him too badly. Then, once I show up, you stop immediately.”

“At that point, say this: ‘If you want me to let him go, bring me 10,000 yuan. Otherwise, I’ll break his leg today.'”

Qi Lin outlined the script for them.

The delinquents were initially confused, but soon, they understood.

Oh!

So Young Master Lin was planning a hero-saving-the-beauty act!

Except… it was a staged one.

Their gazes toward Qi Lin became strange.

As expected from a Minzu High School graduate—even after leaving, he hadn’t forgotten his old tricks.

But what they didn’t realize was that Qi Lin wasn’t playing some low-level hero-saving-the-beauty game.

He was orchestrating something far more advanced—sacrificing himself for righteousness.

Wang Siling sacrificing herself for Yu Chen? That was much more impactful than a simple rescue.

…

Along Jianghan City’s riverside road, there was a dam covered in willow trees and flowers, offering a beautiful view of the Yangtze River.

Descending the steps from the dam, people could wade in the water, collect shells and stones, or cool off in the river.

Every summer weekend, this place became a popular and cost-free dating spot for young couples.

At this moment, Wang Siling was sitting on the steps, wearing a short-sleeved top and denim shorts.

She had a sun hat on her head, her hands resting behind her, and her small feet playfully kicking in the river water. She looked completely relaxed.

Humming an unknown tune, her delicate face was adorned with a smile—she was clearly in a good mood.

And why wouldn’t she be?

Yesterday, Qi Lin had personally told her that she no longer needed to repay the 12,000 yuan debt.

This meant she was free from him—no more forced kisses, no more harassment.

She had finally escaped from that annoying scoundrel and could return to her peaceful student life.

Yet, for some reason, she couldn’t shake off the memory of their kiss—the feeling that had made her heart race.

And Qi Lin’s mischievous smirk kept appearing in her mind.

Her face turned a faint shade of red.

At some point, Yu Chen walked over with a bottle of chilled mineral water and sat down beside her.

“Here.”

He handed her the water he had just bought.

“Thanks~”

Wang Siling smiled sweetly as she took it.

Seeing her beautiful face light up with that smile, Yu Chen’s heart melted.

“By the way, where’s Xiaoxiao and the others?”

Wang Siling asked curiously.

The “Xiaoxiao” she mentioned was one of their classmates.

It was a few girls who had invited Wang Siling out this morning, and then Yu Chen had shown up here.

Those girls were deliberately creating an opportunity for Wang Siling and Yu Chen.

“They bought a bunch of snacks and drinks. It took some effort to get them to leave us alone.”

Yu Chen smiled bitterly, feigning helplessness.

In the past, arranging a meeting with Wang Siling wasn’t this complicated.

But ever since Qi Lin had stirred things up yesterday, he couldn’t even go to her house anymore.

How else was he supposed to meet her?

Thinking about this, Yu Chen cursed internally.

“Damn you, Qi Lin! If it weren’t for you messing things up, would I have to go through so much trouble just to see Siling?”

“But so what if you try to sabotage me? Siling is still mine. No matter what you do, she’ll never even look at you!”

…

“Ah! What are you guys doing? If you come any closer, we’re going to scream for help!”

“Yu Chen, come here quickly! These guys are harassing us!”

Just as Yu Chen was about to pour his heart out to Wang Siling, the girls’ panicked screams echoed from the embankment.

“It’s Xiaoxiao and the others!”

Wang Siling’s expression froze, and she immediately tensed up.

Yu Chen had also heard them, and his face turned serious.

Since Xiaoxiao and the others were here because of him and Wang Siling, he couldn’t just ignore them.

On top of that, he was the only guy here.

If he didn’t step up now, how would Wang Siling see him?

“Siling, stay here and don’t move. I’ll go check it out.”