Zhang Tianqiao watched as that **hand pawed at the backside of the stunning fifth Golden Flower, and his heart shattered. He could ignore the others, but Zhou Ni, that particular bloom, had deeply touched him. The purity and natural beauty of her complexion were something he had never witnessed in his years navigating the high-society crowds of the metropolis.
Zhang Tianqiao even resolved to marry Zhou Ni. Having a wife like her accompanying him to every function would be the ultimate status symbol for any man. With such a prominent banner flying proudly at home, the other flags fluttering outside would only wave more enthusiastically.
Zhang Tianqiao furiously kicked open the private room door. The group inside, sipping their drinks, started in surprise.
“What’s wrong, Tianqiao? Did you spray yourself while using the restroom?”
The speaker was Qu Han, one of the Eight Young Masters of Longteng University. He hailed from the northern province known for its coal industry; his father owned a substantial mining company, and his family’s wealth could circle the equator multiple times. He was attending Longteng University entirely at his own expense—though ‘attending’ was perhaps too earnest a word; ‘indulging’ was more accurate.
Zhang Tianqiao swore under his breath.
“Damn it, it’s worse than getting sprayed by my own pee. I ran into that kid. Do you guys know who he’s with?”
The others burst into laughter. Another member of the Eight Young Masters, Shen Mao, chimed in.
“Oh, it’s the kid who was pawing at your girlfriend’s butt. Did you beat him up? If you hadn’t, he wouldn’t even have the guts to answer a challenge.”
Zhang Tianqiao responded with fury.
“Hell no, he hid behind four women. I couldn’t make a move.”
“Who? Four women?”
Zhang Tianqiao smirked triumphantly.
“The Four Golden Flowers from last semester, everyone except Li Qi is there! Shen Mao, isn’t that the slutty fox Ouyang Qing you like? And Chen Ge, don’t you like Fang Yanmeng? And Huang Shang, don't you lust after Su Xue’s massive tits? They are all in that **bastard’s clutches right now! And that **thief had the audacity to fondle Fang Yanmeng’s bottom right in front of me! You have no idea how sexy Fang Yanmeng’s backside is; I almost peed my pants just watching.”
Chen Ge, also one of the Eight Young Masters, was enraged upon hearing his dream girl had been touched.
“I’m going to fight him!”
The others restrained him.
“Are you an idiot? Fighting him all over the floor in front of Fang Yanmeng—that’s not how we Eight Young Masters operate. Besides, for someone of our standing to resort to roughing up that punk would cheapen us. Let’s think of another way.”
Chen Ge jumped up and down.
“Think of a way? By the time you guys figure something out, he’ll have fondled and slept with my Mengmeng! What’s the point of me chasing her then?”
The others cursed him again.
“Stupid fool! What’s Fang Yanmeng’s status? She wouldn't easily fall for that scoundrel. Even if Fang Yanmeng wasn’t a virgin, as the heiress to Chaoyang Energy, she’s still beneath you, the son of the Mayor of SH City.”
Chen Ge finally quieted down, but he still asked hesitantly,
“Do you think he might have touched her breasts? I’m truly terrified, man. Just thinking about Fang Yanmeng’s delicate breasts makes my heart pound like crazy.”
“Pathetic!” After scolding him, the others began to discuss countermeasures.
“Today is a great opportunity,” Huang Shang stated.
“Since the Four Golden Flowers are all here, we must find a way to humiliate that kid, ensuring he can never hold his head up in front of them again, let alone try to trick or play games with them.”
“Agreed,” Shen Mao said.
“Tianqiao, didn’t you boast that your father knows half the officials in Beijing? Your family has deep connections; you should lead the planning on this.”
Zhang Tianqiao considered it briefly.
“How about this? I have an idea for everyone to consider. My dad has a friend who is a secretary to the Director of the Beijing Municipal Public Security Bureau. That man has relied on my dad for many favors before. I’ll have him send a couple of officers to arrest that kid first on charges of attempted indecent assault. Then, we can use our own methods to blow the matter up. Not only will we make sure he can never look any woman in the eye again, but we’ll also force the school to expel him.”
“Brilliant!” the others cheered.
“No time to waste, Tianqiao, contact him immediately. It’s best if he can get here now, as it’s rare for those Four Golden Flowers to gather. This large scene is the perfect timing. Just make sure your dad’s friend keeps his mouth shut; absolutely do not reveal that we are behind this.”
Zhang Tianqiao pulled out his phone and began dialing while saying,
“No problem, I’m not an idiot. If those women knew we were behind it, we might lose everything.”
Secretary Wang at the municipal bureau immediately agreed to the small request, promising to drop everything and rush over with two colleagues to assist. Receiving this assurance, the group relaxed and returned to drinking heartily.
Three rounds of drinks later, Secretary Wang indeed arrived in a hurry with two uniformed officers. Chen Tianqiao first expressed his gratitude, then invited Secretary Wang to sit down for a couple of drinks. Secretary Wang waved his hand.
“Let’s not rush the drinking. First, tell me which private room the kid is in. I brought a blank summons. We can decide on the charge, have my colleagues take him back to the station, and then we can drink without delay.”
Huang Shang was deeply afraid that his beloved Su Xue’s white breasts might also have been played with by that kid, so he urged,
“Of course, it’s attempted rape, indecent molestation, and hooliganism! We even have photographic evidence; look and confirm his appearance. He dares to grope female students in public—such behavior is intolerable by Heaven’s law!”
Secretary Wang praised him.
“Good, evidence makes things much easier. Come, fill out this blank summons, and we’ll go in and make the arrest immediately. Everyone else can stay here and watch the fun.”
Huang Shang scribbled a few lines on the summons. Secretary Wang took it, glanced at it briefly, and led the two officers to knock on the door of the targeted private room.
***The managers of a few branch offices had intended to just say hello and leave, but since the food and drinks were already served, how could I let them depart so quickly? So, I insisted on them sitting down for a meal. Although those girls were reluctant, this was the only way things could go.
The group raised their glasses—the smooth jade cups clinking softly against the table—as they toasted. They were celebrating their alliance and the imminent downfall of the little jerk, completely unaware of the looming disaster, nor realizing that their calculated plot was about to spectacularly backfire.
When the door opened, a fellow stood at the entrance, glanced at me, and stated,
“It’s you. You’re under arrest!”
Behind him, two officers rushed toward me, handcuffs raised. I was somewhat surprised. In this capital city, no policeman dared to lay a hand on me. Were these two officers’ brains rusty?
I waved my hand and pushed the two men to the ground.
“Are you both crazy? Which department are you from? Have you got the wrong person?”
The leading officer declared,
“Are you a student at Longteng University?”
I nodded.
“Yes, I am. What, are you exclusively arresting Longteng students today? I didn’t even participate in the protests a while back.”
The leader deliberately spoke loudly,
“You are now arrested on suspicion of attempted rape, indecent molestation, and hooliganism. We have ample evidence indicating you have molested female students. You will come with us now for investigation quietly, or the charges will be compounded.”
The volume was so loud everyone inside heard it. Ouyang Qian immediately stood up.
“Nonsense! Zhao Qian would never do such a thing, unless that female student was willing!”
Fang Yanmeng looked toward the door.
“It’s just the police,” she said, turning back to Ouyang Qian. “Why are you so nervous? This is Brother Zhao Qian’s personal business; let him clean up his own house.”
Ouyang Qian felt she had overreacted and sat back down, her face flushing. The branch managers who were waiting to toast finally recognized the people outside the door.
“Secretary Wang! What are you doing here? Have you gone mad? Who authorized you to make an arrest here!”