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After calming Fang Chengyin down, Jiang Zhi went to the party, a very unique party—there were no guests, no champagne or red wine, and no magnificent venue, only Jiang Yuecang and Yang Yuzan.

Yang Yuzan was dressed in the attire of a spirit master, and Jiang Yuecang was also wearing various bracelets to ward off evil spirits.

Jiang Yuecang scoffed, "I thought you would always be my good son. I never expected you to be led by the nose by Zhang Weike."

Frankly speaking, Jiang Zhi no longer felt any gratitude towards his biological father, asking, "How do you know I wasn't the one leading them by the nose?"

Jiang Yuecang chuckled, his pride stemming from his ability to use such methods against his own flesh and blood. The emphasis was on "flesh and blood," not on the fact that Jiang Zhi was targeting him.

"Five years ago, I sent Fang Chengyin to a rehabilitation center. For you, I didn't hesitate to illegally restrict the freedom of a minor. What did you give me in return? Huh? Why wasn't all the revenue from Apple transferred to my account?!"

As Jiang Yuecang was enraged, the vengeful ghost reappeared on his shoulder, its blood-red mouth wide open, constantly shouting that it was hungry.

This ghost had been seen many times, especially five years ago. Every time he went to ask Jiang Yuecang to tell him where Fang Chengyin was, this vengeful ghost would stay obediently in his study.

This is a greedy ghost that lives by absorbing wealth. It diligently helps Jiang Yuecang guard his wealth and also helps him amass riches. Day by day, its size gradually grows larger.

Jiang Zhi remained silent; his purpose of provoking her had been achieved.

Jiang Yuecang grew even angrier: "If Cheng Yin didn't die five years ago, it's not impossible for him to do it again five years later."

He snapped his fingers, and Fang Chengyin, who should have been in the hospital, was brought out of his cubicle by his subordinates.

Fang Chengyin wasn't wearing a hospital gown, so he was obviously arrested after changing into his own clothes to go see Jiang Yuecang.

Jiang Zhi was taken aback, but Jiang Yuecang did not allow him to argue and continued, "I did not expect that you were completely unafraid of the poison on Fang Chengyin's body. You two should have died in that fire last year."

Five years ago, although Fang Chengyin was sent to a rehabilitation center, no matter what methods were used, he refused to comply and was unwilling to give up Jiang Zhi.

At the time, Jiang Yuecang was worried about a major project, and his stubbornness became the fuse that led to his downfall.

Jiang Yuecang dragged the disheveled Jiang Zhi to the iron gate, then ordered his subordinates to set it on fire, making him watch Fang Chengyin burn.

However, he did not expect that Jiang Zhi would break free from their restraints, kick open the iron gate from the side, and rush into the sea of ​​fire.

He thought they were doomed that day, but when the fire went out, the two of them were found lying there unharmed.

Upon waking, Fang Chengyin discovered he had lost his memory. His son remained weak and incompetent, still clinging to him. Therefore, Fang Chengyin had to live, carrying his poison to restrain Jiang Zhi.

The subordinate pushed Fang Chengyin towards Jiang Zhi, and at the same time, a can of gasoline was poured from above. Even though Jiang Zhi reacted quickly and caught Fang Chengyin, the two of them were still drenched.

The Soft hadn't fully dissipated yet, and Fang Chengyin lay slumped in Jiang Zhi's arms, but he was fully conscious. He said, "Don't worry about me."

This statement is tantamount to the release of shackles.

The vengeful ghost that emerged from Jiang Zhi instantly entangled the match his subordinate had struck, and with a twist, the match went out.

Then came screams, and the subordinate collapsed to the ground, losing consciousness.

Yang Yuzan never imagined that the vengeful ghosts that had been lurking in the drug rehabilitation center five years ago had all come to Jiang Zhi, with such a large number and such deep resentment.

He was powerless to resist, and even digging up his ancestors for eighteen generations wouldn't help.

Jiang Yuecang was the first to react, yelling at Yang Yuzan, "Quickly suppress him!"

Yang Yuzan had encountered many people who lost control of their emotions, and Jiang Yuecang's performance was already quite composed, so he planned to reason with him, "Chief Prosecutor, even ghosts and monsters can't judge family disputes."

Jiang Yuecang looked at him in disbelief, "So you took so much money just to see me make a fool of myself?!"

The change in Jiang Yuecang's expression was no different from a raging flood or a ferocious beast. Before Yang Yuzan could deny it, the greedy ghost bit off his arm, rendering his Taoist robes and amulets completely useless.

The vengeful ghost pierced his throat again, but he couldn't feel any pain.

Jiang Yuecang said from his high position, "I've said it before, if you can't make interest compound, don't get involved in this mess!"

Fang Chengyin had seen many ghosts, but he had never seen a ghost bite and devour. Not far away, a greedy ghost was twisting its face and chewing on Yang Yuzan's arm...

Jiang Zhi suddenly covered his eyes, "Don't look."

She hugged him tighter, her arms encircling his head. "I'm just as scary, Chengyin. I can be like this too..."

Fang Chengyin trembled and gripped his clothes tightly.

After the greedy ghost had eaten everything, it began to wail, "Hungry... still hungry..."

Jiang Yuecang patted it and commanded, "Go and deal with them, or don't come home."

The greedy ghost abruptly retracted its long, scarlet tongue, looking pitifully at Jiang Yuecang. It wanted to go home; only home could it find a host, only home could it touch money…

It suddenly charged towards Jiang Zhi and Fang Chengyin. Jiang Yuecang took the opportunity to turn around and run away. This time, he fled in panic.

Yang Yuzan rolled over and tripped him, then used his severed arm to climb up his leg and tear the bracelet off the other man's wrist.

Jiang Yuecang kicked him away a few times and scrambled to his feet in a disheveled state.

Suddenly, all the ghosts on Jiang Zhi's body flew in the direction he had left.

In the vast space, the greedy ghost approached Jiang Zhi, "Money... I'm hungry, so hungry..."

Jiang Zhi pulled Fang Chengyin back, and soon they had nowhere left to retreat.

The smell of gasoline was pungent, and being held tightly made it hard for Fang Chengyin to breathe. He mumbled, "Hold me..."

"Hmm?" Jiang Zhi, wary of the greedy ghost eager to try his luck, leaned closer to Fang Chengyin and finally heard what he said.

"Pick me up..."

The hideous demon loomed before him, and cold sweat poured down Jiang Zhi's forehead, but his tone remained gentle and indulgent, "Darling, not now."

No sooner had he finished speaking than the greedy ghost pounced. Jiang Zhi blocked with his left hand, but the ghost bit him precisely and was about to tear him apart.

"A topknot doll!" Yang Yuzan, his face bruised and swollen, roared as he propped himself up. "Fang Chengyin has a topknot doll in his pocket!"

He secretly put it in when Fang Chengyin was caught.

He was talking to Jiang Yuecang when Fang Chengyin barged in and asked Jiang Yuecang what he had done to Jiang Zhi.

Jiang Yuecang was already annoyed with him, so he kicked him and had his subordinates drag him away.

Yang Yuzan went to see him. Although Fang Chengyin minded his friendship with Jiang Yuecang, he was even more worried about Jiang Zhi. He told Yang Yuzan about Jiang Zhi being possessed by an evil spirit. Yang Yuzan realized something and put a doll with a topknot into his pocket.

Upon hearing Yang Yuzan's words, Jiang Zhi endured the excruciating pain and bent over, temporarily releasing Fang Chengyin with his right hand to grope for his pocket.

Fang Chengyin wrapped his arms around Jiang Zhi's neck, but his gaze fell on Jiang Zhi's bleeding arm. The ghostly, empty eyes seemed to want to suck Jiang Zhi in.

He shuddered in fright, clinging to Jiang Zhi with all his might, his body arching upwards. Jiang Zhi touched the doll with its hairpin, straightened up, and naturally hugged the man who was already wrapped around his waist with his legs.

The hairpin doll was aimed directly at the greedy ghost, and it instantly took effect. The greedy ghost was burned and released Jiang Zhi, taking a few steps back.

The doll with the topknot was also burned, its colorful hues suddenly turning black.

Enraged, the greedy demon leaped into the air and swooped down.

Jiang Zhi felt a sharp pain on the back of his neck as Fang Chengyin bit down on the cherry blossom pattern, the petals shimmering brilliantly.

"Ughhhhhh!!"

The greedy ghost groaned in pain, fell to the ground with a thud, and crawled away, crying, "Ugh, it hurts so much...it hurts so much!"

Fang Chengyin bit down hard again, blood seeped out, and the greedy ghost was burned to ashes on the spot before disappearing.

In the courtyard, Jiang Yuecang had been completely devoured. The ghosts looked up and howled, then twisted and screamed.

No matter how hard they tried to break free, it was no use; they all turned into black wisps and were dragged back to Jiang Zhi by an invisible force.

The moment Fang Chengyin loosened his grip on the cherry blossom pattern, Jiang Zhi grabbed the back of his neck and kissed him fiercely.

The taste of rust spread in his mouth. Jiang Zhi held his body and sucked his tongue deeper and harder, licking every corner.

Despite his lack of strength, Fang Chengyin obediently opened his mouth and tenderly stroked his face with both hands.

All the black silk threads were absorbed by the cherry blossom pattern before Jiang Zhi calmed down, separated them, and then leaned closer to lick the saliva from the corner of Fang Chengyin's mouth.

Fang Chengyin pressed his forehead against his, his rapid breathing slowed down, and then he fainted.

Jiang Zhi hugged the person and walked towards Yang Yuzan.

Yang Yuzan was already sitting on the sofa.

"Thank you," Jiang Zhi said.

Yang Yuzan smiled wryly, "I feel unworthy to accept this."

Five years ago, she was given an important position by Jiang Yuecang when she first entered the industry, and it would be a lie to say that she was not flattered. In order to repay Jiang Yuecang and to understand Jiang Yuecang's eagerness to correct the child's sexual orientation, she embarked on a path of no return.

Fortunately, they didn't become obsessed with money.

Jiang Zhi continued, "I hope you will continue to help me in the future."

The vengeful spirit is still on him; anything could happen at any moment.

The police arrived quickly, but because they could not find Jiang Yuecang, they eventually classified his case as a murder and escape.

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A week later, Fang Chengyin was discharged from the hospital.

Jiang Zhi dropped him off at the prison gate and then turned around to go to the orchard, knowing that Song Zixin didn't want to see him.

Fang Chengyin also knew.

When Fang Chengyin saw Song Zixin again, she had completely lost her celebrity aura and was even less impressive than she was when she was a full-time housewife. But inexplicably, Fang Chengyin saw a longing for the future in her eyes.

With red eyes, he kept apologizing to Song Zixin.

“They all thought I would commit suicide, but I won’t. I still have my precious son. My Yinyin will always shine, right? After Mom goes out, we’ll cook together, right?”

"Hmm, hmm..." Fang Chengyin shrugged and nodded repeatedly.

After Fang Chengyin calmed down, they chatted for a long time.

Song Zixin asked him, "Are you still deciding to be with Jiang Zhi?"

Fang Chengyin's hands trembled uncontrollably, but he still nodded.

"I'm sorry, Yinyin, Mom can't bring myself to wish you well."

He knew and understood Song Zixin, and even wanted to support her wholeheartedly, but his face betrayed him, turning pale instantly.

In the face of love, kinship is so cheap.

He hated himself for this, for falling in love with Jiang Zhi again despite having forgotten him, and for being so good at reporting good news but unable to deceive Song Zixin on this issue, even stabbing her in the heart...

"But Yinyin, from the moment you told me you liked Jiang Zhi, I never intended to break you up. I can't offer my blessings, but I choose to respect them. I hope my advice and respect will allow you to live peacefully."

Fang Chengyin's tears kept falling.

"Mommy's little baby, you must be healthy."

Fang Chengyin nodded, covered his mouth, and cried uncontrollably. Song Zixin smiled with relief, her eyes also red-rimmed.

As she was leaving, Song Zixin suddenly said, "Yinyin, did you lose the tooth necklace you were wearing around your neck?"

Fang Chengyin was still in shock.

He hurried back to his dormitory, opened the investigation results of Fang Bokang's case, and a line of text on the forensic report stood out:

"Fang Bokang's teeth were all extracted."

Fang Chengyin ripped off the necklace from his neck. The necklace was a gift from Song Zixin five years ago. She had put the thing she hated most on herself... His stomach churned, and Fang Chengyin lay in the bathroom vomiting for a long time.

"Introduction?!"

As soon as Jiang Zhi entered the room, he saw a person curled up next to the toilet crying. He quickly threw down the fruit he was holding, picked the person up, and carried them to the sofa to pat them. He also noticed the necklace next to the glass table.

On the day Song Zixin killed Fang Bokang, Jiang Zhi could have stopped her, but he didn't. He just silently left with Fang Chengyin in his arms, never expecting to encounter Jiang Yuecang on the way.

He pleaded repeatedly, but Jiang Yuecang had the greedy ghost stop him.

He had no choice but to submit and obey. When Jiang Yuecang lowered his guard, he secretly went to find him. When he found him, Fang Chengyin had already been locked up in the drug rehabilitation center for more than a month, with countless needle marks on his body.

Jiang Yuecang came and said that this was the consequence of disobedience, and that the Jiang family needed power, not homosexuality.

He couldn't bear to touch Jiang Zhi, but he wanted to teach him a lesson, so he targeted Fang Chengyin. If he couldn't kill him, he would use Soft to make him lose his memory.

As Fang Chengyin wished, Jiang Zhi was left with no other choice but to let Fang Chengyin focus on the orchard. He then secretly contacted the Zhong family to manipulate the stock market and together they shorted Jiang Yueming's assets.

He personally sent his father to prison, just as Fang Chengyin became Song Zixin's Achilles' heel, forcing her to become the executioner.

"Chengyin, look how well we match."

The cherry blossom pattern on the back of the neck flickered in and out of focus, while the evil spirit on the ceiling hung upside down with a long, scarlet tongue, seemingly aiming at someone else.

—The End—