Chapter 62 Li Ruoxue's Betrayal
"That Fang Che," she gritted her teeth, "it's all because of him! My brother Hanzhou wasn't like this before!"
“Yes,” Jiang Tianqi sighed. “Old Master Li used to be so clear-headed, but now he’s lost his mind over a young man. Miss Li, as his sister, you should try to persuade him.”
"I tried to persuade him, but he wouldn't listen!"
“Then let’s find a way to make him listen.” Jiang Tianqi’s voice softened. “Miss Li, I actually admire Boss Li. If it weren’t for our different stances, I would love to be friends with him. But now… I can’t stand by and watch. I don’t want to see him make the same mistake again.”
He spoke sincerely, and Li Ruoxue began to waver.
Why...why are you telling me all this?
“Because I think Miss Li is genuinely good to Boss Li,” Jiang Tianqi said, looking at her. “Besides… Miss Li doesn’t like Fang Che either, right?”
Li Ruoxue remained silent.
Indeed, she disliked Fang Che.
Since he appeared, Li Hanzhou seems like a completely different person.
The once calm and rational Han Zhou is now prone to impulsive actions for someone, even risking his life to cooperate with the police.
It's all Fang Che's fault.
"Young Master Jiang," she finally spoke, "what exactly do you want to do?"
“I want to help Miss Li,” Jiang Tianqi said with a smile. “I want to help you persuade Boss Li to wake up, and also help you… take back what is rightfully yours.”
"What is that?"
“The Li family’s status, the eldest son’s emphasis, and…” He paused, “…a future without Fang Che.”
Li Ruoxue was moved.
The car stopped at the Portland Street intersection.
Jiang Tianqi handed over his business card: "Ms. Li, if you've thought it through, please contact me anytime. I genuinely want to help."
Li Ruoxue took the business card, her fingertips trembling slightly.
"I... I'll think about it."
"Okay." Jiang Tianqi nodded. "I'll wait for your news."
Li Ruoxue got out of the car and watched the red sports car drive away.
The business card in his hand was burning hot.
She stood at the street corner, motionless for a long time.
Three days later, the news reached Li Hanzhou's ears.
"Brother Li, someone saw Miss Ruoxue get into Jiang Tianqi's car in Tsim Sha Tsui," Ah Gui reported. "More than once."
Li Hanzhou was looking at the interior design plans for "Dragon Tiger Club" when he heard this. He looked up and his eyes turned cold.
When did this happen?
“Just these past few days, Jiang Tianqi seems to frequently ‘bump into’ Miss Ruoxue, taking her home and even treating her to meals.” A-Gui paused, “Brother Li, Jiang Tianqi definitely has ulterior motives.”
Li Hanzhou put down the blueprints: "Where is Ruoxue now?"
"In her apartment."
"Prepare the car."
Half an hour later, Li Hanzhou knocked on Li Ruoxue's door.
Li Ruoxue had just returned, carrying shopping bags in her hand.
Upon seeing Li Hanzhou, her eyes lit up: "Brother Hanzhou? What brings you here?"
"I'm looking for you." Li Hanzhou walked into the living room.
Several shopping bags were thrown on the sofa, and there was a half-empty glass of red wine on the coffee table.
What have you been up to lately?
"Nothing much, just shopping and meeting friends." Li Ruoxue turned to pour water. "Hanzhou, please sit down."
"No need." Li Hanzhou sat down on the sofa. "What's going on with Jiang Tianqi?"
Li Ruoxue paused, "What Jiang Tianqi..."
“Agui told me,” Li Hanzhou said, looking at her. “You’ve been getting very close to him lately.”
"It was just a chance encounter; he was taking me home." Li Ruoxue put down her water glass. "Brother Hanzhou, don't overthink it."
“A coincidence?” Li Hanzhou’s tone turned cold. “Jiang Tianqi doesn’t do things by chance. He must have a purpose in approaching you.”
"What could his purpose be?" Li Ruoxue's voice lowered. "In your eyes, am I so easily deceived?"
Li Hanzhou was silent for a moment: "Ruoxue, Jiang Tianqi is no good. He just suffered a loss with me, and now he's turning his attention to you. Why do you think that is?"
"Perhaps...he wants to use me to ease tensions between you and me?"
“Impossible,” Li Hanzhou said. “He won’t back down; he’ll only retaliate.”
Li Ruoxue remained silent.
She knew Jiang Tianqi had ulterior motives.
But these past few days, Jiang Tianqi has been kind to her, giving her gifts and speaking to her in a much gentler way than Li Hanzhou.
Moreover, Jiang Tianqi is right; the path Li Hanzhou is taking now is too dangerous.
"Brother Hanzhou," she asked softly, "Jiang Tianqi said...you cooperated with the police?"
Li Hanzhou's eyes darkened: "What else did he say?"
“He said you’re on the wrong path, that clearing your name is a pipe dream, that you’ll drag Heyitang and the Li family down with you…” Li Ruoxue’s voice trailed off. “I think he has a point. We’re already in this line of work, why should we cooperate with the police? That Fang Che…”
"That's enough," Li Hanzhou interrupted her. "My affairs are none of your business."
"I'm your sister!" Li Ruoxue suddenly became agitated. "After Father passed away, only we are left in the Li family! I don't want to see anything happen to you!"
"I'll be fine."
“How can you guarantee it?” Li Ruoxue’s eyes reddened. “That Fang Che, what kind of spell did he cast on you? You weren’t like this before! For him, you went head-to-head with Jiang Tianqi, cooperated with the police… even the way you looked at him…”
She couldn't continue.
Li Hanzhou looked at her, his expression complex.
“Ruoxue,” he said slowly, “my feelings for Ache are not what you think.”
"What do you mean?" Li Ruoxue's voice trembled. "Brother Hanzhou, don't lie to me. The way you look at him is different from how you look at others."
She walked up to Li Hanzhou, looked up at him, and said, "Brother Hanzhou, I like you. I've liked you since we were little. Father said that the Li family's future depends on us. I always thought that I would be the one standing by your side. But Fang Che appeared, and he stole all your attention..."
"Ruoxue," Li Hanzhou frowned, "you are my sister."
"I'm not your biological sister!" Li Ruoxue burst into tears. "We're not related by blood! Why can't I be? But Fang Che is? What's so good about him? Just because he's handsome? Just because he can be charming? Just because he—"
“Because he understands me.” Li Hanzhou interrupted her, his voice low. “Because he stood by my side during my most difficult time. Because he was clearly afraid, yet he still dared to risk his life for me. Because he is Fang Che.”
Li Ruoxue was stunned.
Li Hanzhou had never said so much to her before.
“Ruoxue,” he continued, “to you, I will always be your brother. That was true before, and it will be true now. As for A-Che…”
He paused, his eyes flickering slightly: "I don't like men. I just like him. Because he is Fang Che, so it can only be him."
This is blunt, and also cruel.
Li Ruoxue's tears fell.
She understood.
In any case, in Li Hanzhou's heart, she could only be his younger sister.
Fang Che was someone he was willing to make an exception for and treat gently.
Just then, Li Hanzhou's pager went off.
He looked down and saw a message from Fang Che:
"Brother Li, there are a few details about the renovation of 'Dragon Tiger Club' that we need to discuss. Would it be convenient for you to come over?"
Li Hanzhou's gaze softened.
He put away his pager and said to Li Ruoxue, "I have something to do. Remember, stay away from Jiang Tianqi."
After saying that, he turned to leave.
"Brother Hanzhou!" Li Ruoxue hugged his waist from behind, pressing her face against his back. "Don't go...please..."
Li Hanzhou's body stiffened instantly.
"Ruoxue, let go."
"I won't let go!" Li Ruoxue cried. "Brother Hanzhou, I understand you better than Fang Che! I know you're carrying the hatred for your father in your heart, I know you want to revive the Li family... I can help you with all of these! What can Fang Che do? He'll only cause you trouble!"
Li Hanzhou pried her hands off and turned to look at her.
"I will avenge myself. I will walk the path of the Li family myself. As for A-Che—"
He paused, his eyes resolute: "He's not a burden. He's my light."
After saying that, he didn't linger, opened the door, and walked out.
The door closed behind me.
Li Ruoxue collapsed to the ground, tears blurring her vision.
Light……
Fang Che is his light.
And what about her?
Who is she?
She wiped away her tears, and her eyes gradually turned cold.
Alright, Li Hanzhou.
Since you don't want me.
Then I'll show you what loss feels like.
She walked to the phone, picked up the receiver, and dialed Jiang Tianqi's number.
“Young Master Jiang,” she said calmly, “I’ve made up my mind. We’ll cooperate.”
On the other end of the phone, Jiang Tianqi laughed.
“A wise choice, Miss Li.”
After hanging up the phone, Li Ruoxue walked to the window and watched Li Hanzhou's car drive away downstairs.
Brother, you forced me to do this.
Since you only have eyes for Fang Che.
Then I'll destroy him.
At the same time, the renovation site of "Longhu Hui" was being set up.
Fang Che was discussing the lighting layout with the foreman when he suddenly sneezed.
"Who's insulting me..." He rubbed his nose.
The foreman laughed: "Boss Fang, someone must be missing you."
"Miss me?" Fang Che scoffed. "Missing me is more like bad luck for you."
Just then, Li Hanzhou walked in.
"Brother Li!" Fang Che's eyes lit up. "You've come at the perfect time. Look at this light. I think it's too dark here. How about moving it over there?"
Li Hanzhou walked over, glanced at the blueprints, and said, "I'll listen to you."
"So easy to talk to?" Fang Che asked in surprise. "Brother Li, you seem to be in a good mood today?"
Li Hanzhou glanced at him, said nothing, but the corners of his lips slightly turned up.
I'm in a really good mood.
After explaining things to Li Ruoxue, I felt relieved.
He looked at Fang Che, who was standing on tiptoe to reach the sample light on the high floor. The hem of his T-shirt lifted up with the movement, revealing a fair waistline.
Li Hanzhou's eyes darkened, and he stepped forward to help him take down the lamp.
"Thank you, Brother Li!" Fang Che took it and began to chatter on about his renovation ideas.
Li Hanzhou listened quietly, his gaze fixed on his face.
Sunlight streamed in through the window, illuminating the boy's delicate profile.
It's really beautiful.
Li Hanzhou thought.
He will protect this person for the rest of his life.
No one can take it away.
At that moment, Jiang Tianqi was standing in front of the floor-to-ceiling window of his office, overlooking Hong Kong.
He was toying with the intelligence that Li Ruoxue had just delivered—
Regarding Fang Che's daily routine.
Regarding the security vulnerabilities of "Longhuhui".
Regarding Xi Rong's daily route to and from school.
He smiled.
The game is getting more and more interesting.
Li Hanzhou, Fang Che.
Are you ready to take on the challenge?
My counterattack... has only just begun.
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