Knife Scar didn't expect that as soon as he spoke, someone would step forward to challenge him.
Following the direction of the voice, Knife Scar saw a sixteen or seventeen-year-old boy in Chu City No. 1 Middle School uniform standing straight in the dimly lit alley.
Knife Scar relaxed a bit, relieved that it was just a high school student. However, he didn't dare underestimate Liu Hui, fearing that he might have powerful backing. Cautiously, Knife Scar asked, "Brother, may I ask what your parents do? I, Knife Scar, consider myself to have some face in this neighborhood and know a few people. I hope you give me face and stay out of this."
Knife Scar's two subordinates were a bit surprised, unable to understand why their boss was so cautious about this seemingly ordinary high school student. But since their boss, Knife Scar, had spoken, they didn't dare to question.
"I don't have any influential background. I just can't stand you bullies picking on a defenseless girl!" Of course, Liu Hui didn't have any background. His parents were neither government officials nor wealthy businessmen.
The hopeful expression on the face of Chu City No. 1 Middle School's school belle dimmed when she heard Liu Hui's words. How could a high school student like Liu Hui possibly be a match for these street thugs? At this moment, the school belle disregarded her own safety and looked at Liu Hui with a worried expression.
Knife Scar's face immediately turned cold. He didn't expect Liu Hui to be just a naive teenager trying to play hero. Knife Scar sneered a few times and signaled to his two subordinates beside him, "Yellow Hair, Skinny, let our young friend here witness what should be minded and what shouldn't be!"
A guy with yellow hair, presumably Yellow Hair, responded first, "You little brat! Don't you know? In this area, my brother Knife Scar is the undisputed leader. How dare you ruin my brother's fun? You're asking for trouble!"
Skinny, seeing Yellow Hair take the initiative to impress Knife Scar, showed a hint of annoyance on his face but quickly demonstrated his loyalty in front of Knife Scar. "Punk, don't know which dumbass left his fly open and let a naive brat like you slip out! Today, I'll let you understand how vast the sky is and how thick the earth is. You need to have some skills if you want to be a hero!"
As soon as Skinny finished speaking, both he and Yellow Hair lunged at Liu Hui in perfect synchronization. Skinny threw a straight punch aimed at Liu Hui's head, while Yellow Hair delivered a swift kick towards Liu Hui's groin.
The two of them were experienced street fighters, and their attacks were ruthless and forceful. They simultaneously attacked Liu Hui, and if he were an ordinary person, he would have been either severely injured or killed instantly.
However, Liu Hui was no ordinary person. Even though he hadn't entered the realm of body refinement yet, his strength surpassed that of a few ordinary street thugs.
Sensing the oncoming punches, Liu Hui didn't dodge but lightly threw two punches.
Upon witnessing this, Knife Scar couldn't help but burst into laughter, full of smugness. "Little beauty, this kid is about to be done for. Don't even think about escaping."
The school belle couldn't bear to witness Liu Hui's miserable state and closed her eyes, tears streaming down her face, falling to the ground.
"Ah!" "Ouch!" Two screams echoed in the alley as Knife Scar was taken aback. "How is this possible?"
The school belle curiously opened her eyes and saw Yellow Hair and Skinny writhing on the ground, howling in pain.
She now understood that Liu Hui was a skilled fighter and felt an overwhelming sense of joy, as if she had returned from hell to heaven.
Originally, Liu Hui's two punches landed respectively on Skinny's fist and Yellow Hair's leg, sending them flying with tremendous force.
Liu Hui was annoyed by the Skinny's foul mouth and hit harder. With one punch, he broke Skinny's arm, which would take months to recover.
Knife Scar's two lackeys were unexpectedly unable to withstand Liu Hui's strike. Their faces changed dramatically, and Knife Scar solemnly said, "So, little brother, you're skilled in martial arts. I wonder which martial arts school you belong to. Perhaps we have some acquaintances?"
In Chu City, many people who mix in society would learn some fighting skills at martial arts schools.
There are also many apprentices from martial arts schools who venture into society, so Knife Scar was considering establishing a connection with Liu Hui.
Liu Hui was preparing to go home and had no intention of lingering here. Impatiently, he said, "Knife Scar, right? If you want to fight, then fight. If not, get lost quickly! Don't dilly-dally like a woman!"
A hint of anger flashed across Knife Scar's face. He had been in this business for so many years and had never been insulted like this. However, a true hero doesn't mind a small setback.
Knife Scar suppressed his anger and clasped his fists, saying, "Mountains remain green, and water continues to flow. I hope the next time we meet, you'll still be as tough as before!"
After leaving those harsh words, Knife Scar supported Yellow Hair and Skinny, who were limping, and left.
Liu Hui saw that Knife Scar had already left and quickly approached the school belle sitting on the ground.
"Hello, I'm Tang Sufei from Chu City No. 1 Middle School. Thank you so much this time. If it weren't for your help just now, I might not have survived!" Tang Sufei spoke softly and gratefully.
Only now did Liu Hui have the intention to carefully observe Tang Sufei. He saw that her school uniform was in disarray, revealing her fair skin and stunning face. Her tears had not yet dried, and he couldn't help but feel pity for her.
"Don't mention it! You may not remember, but we were good classmates when we were young. How could I stand by and let you be bullied?" Liu Hui couldn't help but feel a pang of tenderness when he saw the pitiful Tang Sufei.
"Ah? You're... Liu Hui, brother?" Tang Sufei stared at Liu Hui carefully for a while before making her judgment.
Being recognized by Tang Sufei, Liu Hui felt delighted. "I didn't expect that after all these years, you could still remember me. It's truly an honor!"
When Liu Hui was in elementary school, he and Tang Sufei were classmates, and their families were very close. However, when they entered middle school, Liu Hui moved away, and they gradually lost contact. Unexpectedly, after six or seven years, Tang Sufei could still recognize Liu Hui at a glance.
"Liu Hui, brother, please don't tease me. I'm just an ordinary girl. What's there to be honored about?" Tang Sufei blushed at Liu Hui's words, feeling a bit shy.
Liu Hui could tell that Tang Sufei's words came from the heart, without any pretense. He couldn't help but sigh inwardly. No wonder Tang Sufei was selected as the school belle of Chu City No. 1 Middle School.
"It's getting late. Let's not stay here any longer. Let me walk you home first. We can talk along
the way!" Liu Hui wanted to escort Tang Sufei home.
"Okay!" After tidying up her disheveled clothes, Tang Sufei and Liu Hui walked towards her house, conversing as they went.
On the way, Liu Hui couldn't help but ask with curiosity, "Sufei, shouldn't you have gone home from school a long time ago? How did you end up here and encounter this group of hoodlums?"