Chapter 148: Punishing Evil and Promoting Good
"Then Mei, can I head back now?"
Seeing the matter was smoothly resolved, Fire Wolf pointed outside the door and quietly asked Mei Ruyan.
"Go back? Since you’re here, why go back now?"
Mei Ruyan couldn’t help but retort.
Fire Wolf’s heart sank, knowing Mei Ruyan was displeased with him, he quickly defended himself, "Mei, I know I was wrong today, I promise I won’t bring people to do such things next time!"
"I gave you people so you could bully others?"
"To show off your power?"
"To do whatever you please?"
Mei Ruyan fired three consecutive questions.
The questions left Fire Wolf speechless, his forehead covered in fine beads of sweat.
"Speak up, then!"
Mei Ruyan glared and coldly rebuked Fire Wolf.
"Mei, I know I was wrong!"
Fire Wolf bowed his head.
"Wrong? Is saying you’re wrong enough? Even kids get spanked for their mistakes!"
Mei Ruyan snorted coldly.
"Today, I, Fire Wolf, bullied, showed off, and acted as I pleased, disappointing Mei’s expectations, I’m willing to accept punishment!"
Fire Wolf, being straightforward, acknowledged his wrongdoings today without any excuses.
Right is right, wrong is wrong.
A man should take responsibility!!!
"Okay, since you’re a manly guy, I’ll do it myself!"
With Mei Ruyan’s words, she suddenly punched Fire Wolf in the abdomen.
An unbelievable scene unfolded; Fire Wolf’s huge body crumpled to the ground, clutching his abdomen in pain.
It was the first time Lin Tian witnessed Mei Ruyan’s strength, previously he only heard rumors of her extraordinary skills.
But today was the first time seeing her in action.
The power of one punch, from a slender woman hitting a man.
It was truly eye-catching.
Zhao naturally noticed this too, swallowing hard, thankful it was Lin Tian who hit him earlier.
Women, indeed ruthless!
"Boom!"
"Boom!"
Mei Ruyan showed no mercy to Fire Wolf, her fists pounding him like a storm.
If today they faced an ordinary young couple, Fire Wolf would have likely beat them up on Zhao’s behalf.
If that’s not bullying with power, what is?
With such a big display, in a hospital no less, if that’s not showing off, what is?
Bringing people to a hospital for a fight without her approval, if that’s not doing whatever, what is?
So, Fire Wolf deserved such punishment.
There’s a law for the country, rules for the family, and likewise, Xianglong has its rules.
Which is to punish evil and promote good, not to bully with power!
That’s why Mei Ruyan’s actions were so heavy-handed.
So Fire Wolf would remember this and never err again.
The torrent of fists ended, Mei Ruyan’s chest heaving, glaring angrily at Fire Wolf on the floor.
Fire Wolf, now without any of his earlier vigor, lay there half-dead.
Aside from breathing through his mouth and nose, his body didn’t move.
"I’m truly grateful it was you who hit me earlier, thank you brother!"
Witnessing this, Zhao genuinely expressed his thanks to Lin Tian.
"..."
Lin Tian’s face darkened, sweat dripping down his temples.
For a moment, he didn’t know how to respond to Zhao’s words.
I hit you, and you thank me for hitting you?
How are you supposed to respond to that?
"You’re welcome!"
Lin Tian forced a response, feeling utterly awkward inside.
Having finished, Mei Ruyan scanned the room, issuing orders: "Carry him back, find someone to tend his wounds. Also, everyone here today must go to Punishment Hall and receive ten strikes!"
"If anyone refuses and I find out, it’s on them!"
"Understood!"
The group called out seriously and in unison.
Mei Ruyan’s means of dealing with Fire Wolf had thoroughly startled them.
Initially, being under Fire Wolf, they somewhat looked down on this female leader like Mei Ruyan.
Thinking how could a woman be a leader to men.
But after witnessing the beating, nobody doubted anymore.
Respect is earned with strength, regardless of gender.
Among the men present, who could match Mei Ruyan?
Who dared challenge her one-on-one?
Probably none had the confidence to raise their hand!
They quickly carried the limp Fire Wolf away, fearing Mei Ruyan might change her mind any second.
With the ward now quiet, Mei Ruyan found a chair to sit down.
"Why so furious?"
Lin Tian asked with concern.
"Nothing, just didn’t expect he called our people!"
Mei Ruyan sighed, looking troubled by today’s events.
"So what if they’re your people?"
Lin Tian inquired, puzzled.
"Bai Shishi and I believe underground forces needn’t be purely evil, we think we can use our influence to wipe out other forces!"
"Letting underground forces do good, making those punks disappear!"
"That’s what I meant by punishing evil and promoting good!"
Mei Ruyan revealed her thoughts, or rather her dream.
This idea, Lin Tian immediately found remarkable.
Whether two women could achieve this or not.
But what they propose and do, if truly implemented, is possible!
Suppose Area A is Xianglong’s territory.
Then just setting a rule prohibiting illegal activities and hooligans in Area A.
It ensures such actions don’t occur in the whole Area A.
Because sometimes, for these ruffians, underground control is more effective than the police.
Even if you’re caught by the police, it’s just a seven or fifteen-day detention, with verbal reprimands for hooliganism.
But facing the underground, it’s different; if you can’t change, they beat you.
If once isn’t enough, beat twice, until you change.
"I greatly admire your plans; if possible, I’d like to join too!"
Lin Tian fully supported Bai Shishi and Mei Ruyan’s idea, raising both hands in approval.
"It’s too soon to discuss this. Xianglong hasn’t even fully taken Kanyue City yet; who knows when this dream will come true!"
A rare hint of disappointment crossed Mei Ruyan’s face.
"Don’t worry, things take time, success will come!"
Lin Tian launched into encouragement.
"Alright, with him here looking out for you, I’ll get going with my tasks. If he runs or acts up, call me immediately, I’ll come and deal with him!"
Mei Ruyan got up, ready to leave.
"Sister, rest assured, I’ll take good care of big brother. If I slack off, may heaven strike me down!"
Zhao made a solemn vow.
"Go on with your work!"
Lin Tian waved her off, signaling Mei Ruyan she could leave.
The ward quietened substantially, Lin Tian finished his meal while Zhao cleaned up the dishes.
Suddenly, Lin Tian remembered the exam matter, turned to Zhao, and asked, "Can you check with the doctor if there’s a wheelchair?"