A great shame and humiliation

Lu Han didn't physically attack Ling Mo because it wouldn't fall under self-defense.

The commotion tonight, with so many people recording videos, could easily escalate into a public outcry online, prompting police intervention. Attacking Ling Mo now would likely be seen as excessive self-defense.

Lu Han didn't want to invite trouble upon himself and had other ways to make Ling Mo suffer even more than a beating.

However, Ling Mo scoffed at Lu Han's phone call.

Not daring to fight was just cowardice; why put on such an act?

Making him kneel and bark like a dog? Was Lu Han dreaming?

Ling Mo thought Lu Han was bluffing, assuming he couldn't have that much influence. But within half a minute, his phone rang.

It was from his father.

Suddenly, Ling Mo felt a sense of impending doom.

Could it be?

Just after Lu Han made his threat, this happened...

Did he really know someone powerful?

"Dad, what's up?"

Ling Mo nervously answered the call. Before he could finish his sentence, his father started yelling.

"Fool! How dare you offend Young Master Lu? Are you trying to get yourself killed?"

Ling Mo's eyelids twitched as he replied in a low voice, "Dad, what are you talking about? Who's Young Master Lu—"

"That guy next to you, Lu Han, is the son of Lu Zhenxin, the heir to the Lu Group!"

On the other end, Ling Hui was practically fuming. His son had caused trouble without realizing the gravity of the situation.

"What?"

Ling Mo's mind went blank. Although he had been abroad for three years, he wasn't entirely ignorant of the Lu Group.

His family had some money, but compared to the colossal Lu Group, they were insignificant.

And Lu Han was actually the heir of the Lu family?

How could this be?

Ling Mo was stunned. Nearby, Chu Ruoyan also heard the shouting through Ling Mo's phone and her eyes widened in disbelief.

She looked at Lu Han, who remained calm. This man, who had pursued her for months and with whom she had spent considerable time, had such a prominent identity?

So, this was why a wealthy young master would risk breaking ties with his family for true love?

"Oh my God, what have I done..."

Chu Ruoyan was filled with regret. She now realized that Lu Han's mention of marrying Su Qingli might not have been a joke. In dramas, when the male lead gives up true love for arranged marriage, it often follows a similar plot.

This explained why Lu Han had been with Su Qingli previously.

"Shut up and listen!" 

Ling Hui's voice came through the phone, filled with frustration. "Son, I know you're upset, but kneel down and bark like a dog to satisfy Young Master Lu. Do you understand?"

"But—"

Ling Mo tried to protest, but his father cut him off.

"Don't 'but' me!"

Ling Hui growled, "One move from Lu Zhenxin, and we'll both be doomed. Understand?"

This wasn't an exaggeration. Thinking of the consequences of offending the Lu Group, Ling Mo shivered.

His face turned pale, then flushed, before finally resigning, "Dad, I understand."

After hanging up, Ling Mo looked up at Lu Han, his previous arrogance and malice replaced by deep fear.

"Young Master Lu, I was blind before. Please forgive me."

Ling Mo gritted his teeth and knelt before Lu Han.

"Woof woof woof..."

He whispered, feeling utterly humiliated, especially in front of so many people. He kept his head low, hoping no one would recognize him.

Nearby, Chu Ruoyan instinctively moved away, not wanting to be associated with him. It was too embarrassing.

Seeing Ling Mo's pitiful state, Chu Ruoyan felt a bit sorry for him, but she wasn't foolish enough to plead for mercy from Lu Han. Ling Mo had brought this on himself.

But hadn't she also brought her own troubles upon herself?

Chu Ruoyan felt bitter, remembering how she had hurt Lu Han. She deeply regretted her actions.

The crowd around them was buzzing with excitement over the dramatic turn of events.

"Wait, didn't he bring people to teach someone a lesson? Why is he kneeling and barking?"

"You idiot, the other guy took down over a dozen people in less than two minutes. Wouldn't you be scared? A wise man doesn't fight a losing battle."

"Haha, this is hilarious. Is this what they call getting humiliated for trying to show off?"

"Yeah, what a wimp. If it were me, I'd rather take a beating than do this. So pathetic."

...

The mocking comments reached Ling Mo's ears, making him wish he could disappear into the ground.

But Lu Han wasn't done yet.

He looked down and said, "Your voice is too soft. I can't hear you."

"Woof woof woof!"

Ling Mo tried again, louder this time.

"Still can't hear you."

"Woof! Woof! Woof!"

Ling Mo almost shouted, causing more laughter from the crowd.

Finally satisfied, Lu Han said, "Consider today's matter settled, but don't forget, you still owe me calling me dad from our previous bet."

By now, Ling Mo was numb with humiliation. The disgrace had already happened, and there was no turning back.

Hearing Lu Han mention the past, he had little choice.

Since he had already barked like a dog, what was another word?

But before he could speak, Lu Han waved his hand, "Let's keep things separate. I gave you chances before, but it's too late now."

Ling Mo pleaded, "Young Master Lu, I'm sorry, truly sorry. Can you let me go?"

Lu Han shook his head, "No."

Ling Mo became desperate, "Lu Han, don't push your luck!"

Lu Han smiled, "I am pushing my luck. What can you do about it?"

This was clearly an assertion of power.

Ling Mo's face turned ashen. He turned to Chu Ruoyan, pleading, "Chu Ruoyan, help me out here!"

Chu Ruoyan backed away further.

She looked at him with disgust. He had brought this upon himself, and she didn't want to be involved.

Having heard about the bet, Chu Ruoyan could guess that Ling Mo had once again dug his own grave. Besides, she had just begun to mend her relationship with Lu Han and wasn't about to ruin it.

"No can do," Chu Ruoyan said firmly. "You know Lu Han is no longer my boyfriend. I can't help you."

Lu Han, having lost interest in Ling Mo, waved dismissively, "Alright, you can leave now."

He then walked over to the trembling Wan Shiqiang.

"Now, let's discuss our business."

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