Chapter 21

"How does that even count? The nuptial chamber isn't over yet."

"That's right, that's right! Lin, put in more effort, quickly strip the bride naked."

"Wow, such fair breasts!"

The consecutive teasing drowned out my voice, and my cousin was grinning as he fumbled with Fang Fang's clothes. He had already unbuttoned her cheongsam, revealing her ample breasts that were barely covered by a bra. If it weren't for the fact that she was still wearing underwear, they would have been fully exposed to everyone.

"No! Stop!" Fang Fang cried out in desperation.

"What's wrong with you people?" I pushed my way through the crowd and quickly covered Fang Fang with a blanket. Meanwhile, He Lulu was being prodded at and groped by a few of my cousin's friends.

"You meddling punk, what business is it of yours? It's none of your damn concern that we're raising a storm in the bridal chamber!" One of the men glared at me and started swinging.

"Xiaonan!"

"Brother Nan!"

I could hear Fang Fang and He Lulu's cries amidst the chaos. The entire bridal room was in an uproar. I was caught off guard and a punch sent my head snapping back.

"Somebody, help!" I shouted.

In an instant, several relatives rushed out of the wedding room upon seeing the situation escalating. Meanwhile, I was being pummeled by a few guys.

"Ah! Ah!"

I screamed in pain while doing my best to protect my head. Just as I was about to give up, a loud roar echoed through the room.

"You damn bastards!"

It was my uncle's voice. He was a prominent figure in the area and wouldn't tolerate such chaos at his son's wedding.

"Mr. Lin, we'll take care of them!" A burly man wearing sunglasses waved his hand, and a few well-dressed bodyguards immediately showed up.

"You... you guys!"

Ahhhhhhhh!

Screams filled the air as my cousin's friends were quickly subdued and dragged out.

The room was suddenly empty. My cousin was long lost in his drunken stupor. He looked around and mumbled, "Why... why did they all leave?"

"Brat!"

Smack!

My first uncle's slap rang loud and clear and snapped my cousin out of his daze.

"Dad, Dad, why are you here?" My cousin covered his face while looking at my uncle.

"You little b*stard, aren't you embarrassed enough? Do we have to be watched in the bridal chamber? Are you trying to humiliate me?" My uncle grabbed my cousin's collar and barked into his face.

Fang Fang was crying by the side and clutching her collar tightly. Her face was red with embarrassment. He Lulu stood at the side with a displeased expression on her face.

"I... I..." My cousin looked remorseful while still gazing at my uncle.

"Cousin, Uncle, I'll take my leave." I tried to keep my composure. My face was not bruised, but I could not say the same about my ribs.

"Brother Nan, I'm leaving too!" He Lulu quickly came to my side and supported me.

"Xiaonan!" My uncle quickly ran in front of me and grabbed my arm.

"Uncle, is there something else?" I asked quickly.

"Xiaonan, I apologize for what happened tonight. I didn't expect this brat to cause such trouble with those b*stards after getting drunk." My first uncle said hurriedly.

"It's in the past. As long as my cousin doesn't make a fool of himself, it's fine." I forced a smile.

"I'll secretly have someone break the legs of those who beat you up. Don't worry, I won't let this slide!" My uncle continued.

I gave him a slight nod and finally left the house with He Lulu.

"Brother Nan, are you alright?" He Lulu supported me while looking at me with deep concern.

My car keys jingled. I opened the door and sat in the car. He Lulu sat in the passenger seat.

"Those b*stards, they're all b*stards!" I was furious and slammed my hand on the steering wheel.

"I didn't expect Fang Fang to have such a difficult life. What kind of people are they?" He Lulu was also indignant on Fang Fang's behalf.

"I hope my cousin will apologize to Fang Fang when he sobers up," I said with a sigh.

"Brother Nan, are you in pain? I'll go to the pharmacy later to get some ointment for your injuries tonight." He Lulu held my hand while looking at me anxiously.

When I saw how considerate she was, warmth filled my heart. I nodded and agreed.

Back at the hotel with He Lulu, I took a shower. When I put on my bathrobe and walked out, He Lulu had already returned after buying some ointment. She gestured for me to lie down on the bed.

"So sorry to trouble you." I thanked her sincerely.

I untied my bathrobe and revealed the shocking bruises on my body. He Lulu's eyes became moist as she saw my injuries.

"Those b*stards are unforgivable," she said. Her voice was filled with anger.

"It's in the past," I quickly replied.

"Brother Nan, these bruises need to be massaged to heal properly. Endure it; otherwise, they'll be hard to get rid of in the future." He Lulu poured the ointment on my wounds and gently massaged them.

"Ah! It hurts!" My expression changed, and my body trembled.

"Endure it, Brother Nan." Sweat appeared on He Lulu's forehead as she persisted in gently massaging away the bruises. Time passed slowly.

About half an hour later, He Lulu wiped the sweat from her forehead and took a deep breath.

"Brother Nan, if you're tired, you can stay here tonight. I'll go take a shower first." As she spoke, she quickly covered me with the blanket, took out my pajamas from the closet, and headed towards the bathroom.

As I watched her walk into the bathroom, I felt a warm feeling rise up in my heart. It hadn't been long since someone had taken care of me like this. Sometimes, I felt that despite having a family, I had always been alone. My cousin's words rang true—I was still single, whether I got married or not.

When He Lulu reappeared, her face was a little red. She bit her lip lightly, wearing a sexy lace nightdress. She climbed onto the bed and lay down beside me.

"Lulu, you're so kind." I looked at He Lulu and couldn't help but speak.

"Brother Nan, my family isn't well-off either. I've been best friends with Fang Fang for a long time. I know that we have similar backgrounds." He Lulu spoke slowly, "I used to envy Fang Fang and thought that she had married a rich man who doted on her. But today, I realized her husband doesn't care about her at all."

"My cousin probably drank too much, that's why he did something so ridiculous." I quickly said.

"No, I've been with Fang Fang all day. I can tell," He Lulu continued.

I sighed, not wanting to argue.

"Brother Nan, I feel safe when I'm with you. I think you're a good man." She turned over and snuggled into my arms. Up close, I could see her cleavage through her collar.

Unknowingly, my lower abdomen warmed up. He Lulu was so young and beautiful, yet she was willing to accompany me tonight. Unconsciously, I flipped over and pressed her down.

"B-Brother Nan." He Lulu's breathing quickened.

She twisted her waist back and forth, as if to determine if I had already reacted.