Zhou Yang's feelings were complicated for a moment.

The original owner's lingering resentment seemed to be touched at this moment, and a strange emotion, mixed with the original owner's regret and unwillingness, quietly grew in his heart.

He steadied himself and tried to speak calmly: "So it's classmate Deng. Long time no see. I didn't recognize you in the emergency."

Deng Yingying said excitedly, "I didn't recognize you at first either. We haven't seen each other since graduation. I never expected to have such a chance encounter!"

Looking at Zhou Yang's Cullinan, Deng Yingying didn't think it was Zhou Yang's own car.

Xu Yao didn't seem like the type of rich heiress, so she didn't think the car belonged to the two of them.

However, looking at Zhou Yang's increasingly handsome face, a strange look flashed in Deng Yingying's eyes.

If someone is secretly admired, unless they are particularly discreet, how can someone standing next to a fire not feel the heat?

So Deng Yingying knew that Zhou Yang had a crush on her before, but he was a quiet person with strong boundaries who never flaunted his humble feelings, and she didn't like him, so she didn't bother him.

But now it seems that this old classmate has changed a lot since he grew up. He has completely shed his previous inferiority and timidity and has become radiant.

Since they were old classmates, the atmosphere was naturally different from before.

However, Zhou Yang felt a little awkward. It was the original owner of this body who liked Deng Yingying; he only remembered the feelings she had for him.

But he really didn't have any feelings for Deng Yingying, and with his girlfriend by his side, how could he chat enthusiastically with another woman? He just politely brushed her off.

Upon arriving at the hospital, Zhou Yang accompanied Deng Yingying to the emergency room to have her neck wound treated.

The doctor said it was fortunate that it was just a superficial injury and did not affect any vital organs, but it is still necessary to pay attention to anti-inflammatory treatment to avoid scarring.

After leaving the consultation room, Deng Yingying's emotions had calmed down considerably.

"Zhou Yang, thank you so much today. If it weren't for you..."

Her eyes were slightly red, and her voice was choked with emotion.

"It was just a small favor."

Zhou Yang waved his hand, looked at the gauze on her neck, and frowned slightly. "By the way, what was that guy about? He didn't seem like a nice person."

Mentioning that man, Deng Yingying's face paled even more, and a hint of humiliation and anger flashed in her eyes.

She took a deep breath and smiled bitterly: "He... was a blind date arranged for me by my family."

"Blind date?"

Xu Yao, who was listening nearby, exclaimed with wide eyes, "Your blind date will stab you with a knife? Is this guy mentally ill?!"

Deng Yingying nodded sadly: "He is indeed... mentally unstable, somewhat paranoid and prone to violence. I've always disagreed with him, but my parents..."

She paused, her voice lowering, tinged with despair.

“My family’s company is having some problems. The cash flow has dried up, and we’re short about 10 million. The man’s family has agreed that if our two families get married, they will invest to help us through this crisis.”

“My parents value the company more than my happiness, so they agreed. I disagreed, so they pressured me. Today… today he forcibly dragged me out…”

Xu Yao was filled with righteous indignation and grabbed Deng Yingying's hand: "Sister Yingying, you've suffered so much! How could you have such parents and such a man!"

Zhou Yang listened quietly, knowing that Deng Yingying was living a pitiful life, and the stirrings in his heart that belonged to the original owner became clearer.

Ten million... to him now, it's just a drop in the ocean.

The original owner lacked the courage to confess to the girl he liked because of his inferiority complex and poverty.

Now, he has taken over this body and is enjoying the convenience brought by the system.

Perhaps, we should do something for the original owner and fulfill his regrets from back then.

Zhou Yang looked at Deng Yingying, his eyes calm yet carrying an undeniable power.

"Ten million, right?"

Deng Yingying and Xu Yao both stared at him blankly.

Zhou Yang's lips curled into a faint smile: "I'll help you with this."

It's like... a small thought from Yuanyuan's university days.

Zhou Yang's generous help was like a needle piercing Xu Yao's heart, leaving her stunned for a long time.

She unconsciously tightened her grip on Zhou Yang's arm, her face still smiling sweetly, but a subtle hint of bitterness had crept into that smile.

Does Zhou Yang... have some kind of feeling towards this beautiful woman?

Deng Yingying stared at Zhou Yang with disbelief in her beautiful eyes. This old classmate was really talking big!

She glanced again, almost unconsciously, at the imposing Cullinan outside the window.

That's a luxury car worth millions!

"Zhou Yang, you...you've struck it rich?"

Her voice carried a hint of probing and barely concealed surprise.

Ten million was the last straw that broke the camel's back for her family, but Zhou Yang casually said he would help!

Zhou Yang smiled faintly, with a hint of mockery: "What, doesn't Deng, the most beautiful girl in the department, usually surf the internet? Haven't you seen me on the local food section?"

Deng Yingying was taken aback, then shook her head blankly: "I... I've been so busy with family matters lately, I'm overwhelmed and have no time to think about those things."

She really hasn't been paying attention to anything new online for a long time.

Zhou Yang remained noncommittal, but his eyes conveyed a sense of "you missed out on hundreds of millions."

"Well, in short, I can indeed help with the money, it's not a big deal."

The nonchalant tone of his words stirred even more turmoil within Deng Yingying.

He not only saved her life, but also helped her solve this enormous problem!

Just who is this man?

In just one or two years, has he transformed from an unknown poor boy into a person who spends money like water and has a powerful aura?

A strange feeling, mixed with deep gratitude and curiosity, quietly sprouted in her heart.

She nodded vigorously, her eyes welling up with tears again: "Well, well, I can't do anything about it now, so thank you! I really... I really thank you so much! I don't know how to repay this kindness."

"It's alright, you go to the police station and take care of things first."

Zhou Yang waved his hand, "After you've finished dealing with this, contact me when you have time, and I'll transfer the money to you."

"Definitely! Definitely!"

Deng Yingying quickly agreed and arranged to stay in touch with Zhou Yang and Xu Yao before going to handle the subsequent matters such as taking statements from the police.

As Zhou Yang watched Deng Yingying leave, he turned around and met Xu Yao's large, watery eyes, which held a hint of resentment.

The little girl is jealous.

Zhou Yang understood.

"Zhou Yang~"

Xu Yao drawled, her lips slightly pouting, "You...did you used to like that Deng Yingying?!"

Zhou Yang chuckled, reached out and gently pinched the tip of her upturned nose, but his tone was unusually serious.

"Silly girl, if I liked her, why would I be with you now? After all, I have power and influence, and Deng Yingying isn't some angel. Do you think I wouldn't dare to pursue her?"

He cupped Xu Yao's small face in his hands, looked directly into her eyes, and spoke each word clearly and distinctly.