Chapter 23

When his gaze settled on Ye Zhi’s face, Ye Zhi’s heart skipped a beat, and a bad premonition flashed through his mind. Sure enough, Cheng smiled at him and said slowly, “Then it’s Mrs. Huo, shall we? It’s our first meeting, and I’m quite curious. What charm does Mrs. Huo have to conquer the Second Young Master of the Huo Family?”

Ye Zhi was dumbfounded. When the others cheered, he couldn’t help but shrink back, tremblingly shaking his head, “I don’t want to…” Tears welled up in his eyes, and unable to escape, he could only turn to Huo Youcheng for help, “Youcheng, please, I beg you, please don’t do this, let me go back!”

He was not an open person. Before “dating” Huo Youcheng, he had never been in a relationship, never held hands with another man, and his clothes were always conservative. Such a person would definitely not be able to tolerate exposing his body in front of others.

He begged desperately, tears streaming down his face, making his expression much more vivid than usual when he cried.

But Huo Youcheng showed no mercy.

He grinned maliciously, his tone brooking no refusal, “Since you’re here, you must accept the consequences. Do you want to undress yourself, or do you want everyone to help you?”

The entire private room was filled with people of prominent status in the central city, most of them relying on their family background, some with strong abilities of their own. In the matter of choosing partners, they had many options, so the companions they brought were all very beautiful.

Ye Zhi was not ugly, with delicate features, but among this group of beauties, he seemed too ordinary, and somewhat rigid.

All eyes were on him, and the desire in their eyes was less than when they looked at Qingqing, more like they were watching a joke.

It was early autumn and not hot. Ye Zhi was wearing only two layers of clothing. He clutched his thin coat tightly, his face clearly expressing refusal. Amidst blurry tears, he looked at Huo Youcheng’s handsome face. The last trace of admiration he had was shattered by the malice in it, leaving nothing behind.

Cheng grinned and said, “Should I do it myself? I quite like undressing people.”

Qingqing in his arms whimpered in annoyance and bit his arm lightly, like a kitten.

Huo Youcheng said, “You do it.”

He showed no intention of protecting his partner. Seeing the pain and embarrassment on Ye Zhi’s face, and his panic, only made him smile even more happily. His heart was beating faster than when he watched Qingqing being played with.

It was as if he was savoring the pleasure of revenge.

When he saw the man really reaching out, Ye Zhi panicked and tried to retreat, “Don’t…”

“Don’t be afraid, it’s just getting undressed. Besides, for now, I can’t do anything to you.” Cheng put on a gentle appearance, his fingers already touching Ye Zhi’s collar.

Others also wanted to step forward to help, but mostly they were just watching the show. Ye Zhi trembled with fear, suddenly finding a burst of strength from somewhere, broke free from Huo Youcheng’s restraint, and ran towards the door stumblingly.

When they saw him escape, everyone burst into laughter, and Huo Youcheng’s face immediately darkened. “You don’t know what’s good for you!” He suddenly stood up and chased after Ye Zhi, his embarrassment evident in his expression. He was tall and had long legs. Although Ye Zhi had already reached the door and was about to pull it open, he caught up. Just as Ye Zhi was about to open the door, his arm tightly encircled Ye Zhi’s waist.

As he was about to pull him back, Ye Zhi let out a scream, “Help me…”

Huo Youcheng sneered, “I’m a VIP customer here, and you are my legal partner. If I want to do something to you, who dares to intervene?”

His words had just fallen when a familiar voice rang out, containing immense anger within just two short words.

“I dare!”

In those two words lay an immense fury.

Huo Youcheng froze for a moment, raised his head to look outside the slightly open door, and this glance made his scalp numb.

It was Huo Youqiao.

Huo Youcheng, known as the “Second Young Master” among his hangers-on, was undoubtedly a leading figure. Wherever he went, he was a prominent figure, with a disdainful air on his face. Only in front of his father and his older brother did he automatically lower his head.

His father was born into a military family. In his generation, the planet was far from peaceful as it is now, and he even participated in several battles, earning first-class honors. Slowly, from a second lieutenant, he rose to the position of lieutenant general he holds today. Three years ago, he was transferred to the Eastern Military Region for garrison duty. He was stern and didn’t laugh easily, exuding a strong presence. Although Huo Youcheng was his son, he dared not be reckless in front of him.