Zhan Jingchen sidestepped lightly, using the "four ounces deflect a thousand pounds" technique, causing his attacker to miss.
Seizing the moment while he was off-balance, Zhan Jingchen grabbed his arm from behind, twisted it with a "snap," and locked it behind his back.
Then, with a forceful shove, he pushed the man against the car.
His foot on the man's back, he subdued him in just a few moves.
Zhan Jingchen spat at him.
"You useless, pathetic trash. Pei Kexin and I are civilized people, and we didn't want to bother with you, but you insisted on seeking death. So, I'll oblige."
"Pei Kexin is not the Pei Kexin of yesteryear. Not only is she no longer affiliated with the Pei family, but she's also someone you can't reach. This is your final warning: if you dare show your face and cause trouble for her again, I'll cripple you!"
Pei Zongrui's arm was being twisted with great force, making him grimace in pain, but he remained defiant.
"You, a son-in-law who lives off his wife, who personally handed his wife over to another man, you think you have the right to lecture me? If you have the guts, let go of me, and we'll have a fair duel to see who cripples whom!"
Zhan Jingchen stepped on his neck, pulled up his other arm, twisted it behind his back, and applied painful pressure.
"You think you're worthy of dueling me? You're just a dog who bullies women. Throw you into a dog kennel, and even the dogs wouldn't bother biting you."
"Wait, I'll shut your dog mouth right now."
With that, he grabbed both arms and twisted them in opposite directions. With two distinct "snap" sounds, Pei Zongrui's screams echoed through the entire underground garage.
"Ah—"
He dislocated both of his arms.
Then, grabbing his clothes, he pulled him off the car and shoved him hard onto the ground.
With a thud, Pei Zongrui's arms hung limply as he fell face-first.
In agony, writhing like a maggot, he began to squirm pitifully on the ground.
"I wasted my breath warning you once. If you harass Pei Kexin again, I'll dislocate your legs too. Try me."
With that, he looked at Pei Kexin.
"Don't go up there. A place a dog has been is still dirty. You shouldn't stay here, come with me."
Pei Kexin looked at Pei Zongrui, who was still wailing on the ground, her expression unreadable.
She knew that unless such people were taught a lesson, they would never behave. He deserved what he got.
He might seek revenge later, so this place was indeed unsafe.
"Fu Duoduo is also in danger. If we're leaving, she has to come with us."
"Call her to come down."
Pei Kexin called Fu Duoduo. Within five minutes, Fu Duoduo came running down with her suitcase.
The three of them got into Zhan Jingchen's car and left the residential complex.
Fu Duoduo had never seen anyone beaten so badly. She was still a little worried in the car.
"Should we call an ambulance for him? Will he die? What if he dies in my complex, and it gets out..."
Zhan Jingchen said coldly.
"Don't worry, he won't die. Someone like him, who values his own life more than anything, will find a way to manage. Besides, even if he does die, it won't be related to you."
Zhan Jingchen had been living with his parents. Although the Zhan family owned many properties, the only place they could offer them was the office provided by Jiang Jingyu.
The office had a resting room with a bed and a bathroom, which was just enough for two people to stay.
"You two will have to make do here for now. Tomorrow, I'll arrange a new apartment for you. Be careful when you go out. Even though he's injured, a rabid dog like that might not give up. Call me immediately if there are any problems."
After Zhan Jingchen left, Fu Duoduo toured the office inside and out, and couldn't help but sigh to Pei Kexin.
"Your ex-husband is quite something. This place has such a good location, yet he said we'd have to make do, and he's even getting you a new apartment tomorrow..."
"I say, did something really happen between you two? Your brain isn't working right. He's a super-rich second generation. If you can get him, you'll never have to work again. You can live off your investments for the rest of your life, and the kids will live in luxury. This is heaven opening a backdoor for you, Kexin. With such a smart brain, why are you so clueless about this?"
Pei Kexin was unfazed.
She was well aware of Zhan Jingchen's feelings toward her.
She knew her own standing and felt she wasn't good enough for him.
She wasn't going to chase after him and humiliate herself.
"Since you think it's a good opportunity, you go and snag him. Once you become Mrs. Zhan, just spare me some pocket money."
Fu Duoduo said, "I'd like to, but it's clear he has no such intentions toward me. If he did, I would have pounced on him long ago, and we'd already have a child by now."
The two of them burst into laughter.
The next morning, Zhan Jingchen came to the office to pick up Pei Kexin, bringing her favorite egg crepes and soy milk.
Fu Duoduo also benefited and received a portion.
"I didn't realize, Young Master Zhan, that you were so diligent, getting up so early. You really care about Kexin."
Zhan Jingchen spoke with his actions contradicting his words.
"Who cares about her? I made her have an allergic reaction yesterday, and I'm afraid the company would be held responsible if anything happened. Besides, if that trash targets you two girls... In short, everything I'm doing is for the reputation of Zhan Corporation. Don't overthink it."
"Once I deal with Pei Zongrui and his family today, you won't receive this kind of treatment anymore."
Feeling rebuffed, Pei Kexin couldn't help but kick Fu Duoduo under the table.
Fu Duoduo then realized that this guy had no romantic interest in Pei Kexin and silently accepted the kick.
Upon arriving at the company, Pei Kexin went to work, while Zhan Jingchen sent a message to check on Pei Zongrui's condition.
The other party quickly replied: He's in the hospital. We've already delivered the message. They know he offended Young Master Zhan, and his parents are terrified. They've repeatedly promised not to cause trouble again. They've asked Young Master Zhan to spare them.
Zhan Jingchen exited the chat with his friend and opened Jiang Nanfang's WeChat.
"Have you considered it?"
Last night, he had told Jiang Nanfang that he wanted to move out. The villa at home was too far from the company, and commuting twice a day took too much time. Moreover, he was old enough and should have moved out from his parents long ago.
Jiang Nanfang didn't disagree with him moving out but was worried he would associate with bad company.
Fortunately, Pei Kexin was now around.
"I've considered it. I agree to you moving out. But there's a condition."
"Another condition? Why don't you have conditions with your brothers and sisters? Everything I do comes with a condition."
"If you made friends as reliably as your brothers and sisters, I wouldn't interfere."
Jiang Nanfang said, "Don't worry, the condition isn't harsh. I just want to find a reliable friend to accompany you in your work and life. If you agree, we can talk about anything. If not, then forget it."
Zhan Jingchen had no room for negotiation and could only agree, "Tell me."
"I just had someone investigate. Shengshi Huachao has two vacant apartments. You and Kexin will each have one, becoming next-door neighbors. I'm having someone send you the keys now."