Following Liu Dong's instructions, Wang Hu had his subordinates spread the news about Liu Dong enlisting a powerful figure for revenge.
As Liu Dong had anticipated, once this news spread, many who had previously mocked Liu Dong's humiliation began discussing who this powerful figure might be and how Gu Chenan would soon face serious trouble.
Meanwhile...
At the Gu Family Manor.
Gu Chenan was browsing through the new rumors Wang Hu had spread on his phone with great interest.
Undeniably, Liu Dong's move was effective. The online sentiment had completely shifted, with everyone speculating about the identity of the powerful figure Liu Dong had enlisted.
Even Gu Chenan found himself growing curious as he read through the discussions.
Just then, Ma Bing's phone rang. He gestured to Gu Chenan before stepping out of the main hall to answer the call.
"Hello, Mr. Zhang, what can I do for you?"
The caller was Zhang Wei, a major shareholder of a real estate development company in Shanghai.
He was also the powerful Mr. Zhang that Liu Dong had mentioned.
Zhang Wei spoke in a friendly tone: "May I ask, Mr. Ma, has anyone been causing trouble for Young Master Gu recently?"
"Oh?" Ma Bing raised an eyebrow, sensing something. He smiled and said, "Yes, indeed there has."
"Would that be someone named Liu Dong?" Zhang Wei asked.
Ma Bing didn't beat around the bush and replied directly: "That's right, it's him. He just spread rumors online about enlisting a powerful figure to deal with Young Master Gu. The whole city is talking about it now."
After saying this, Ma Bing smiled and asked, "Mr. Zhang, does your call mean that you're the powerful figure Liu Dong has enlisted?"
"Uh, well..." Zhang Wei hesitated before responding, "How could that be? I just heard about this matter and wanted to help ease Young Master Gu's troubles. I have great respect for Young Master Gu. How could I possibly help those foolish people against him?"
"Besides, I, Zhang Wei, know my own limitations. Going against Young Master Gu would be like an ant trying to shake a tree or an egg hitting a stone."
"Heh." Ma Bing chuckled, "That's good to hear. Young Master Gu is very interested in knowing who this powerful figure Liu Dong mentioned is. Of course, once Young Master Gu finds out, he'll be sure to have some fun with them."
"Gulp." Zhang Wei audibly swallowed on the other end of the line. "Hahaha, that person really doesn't know what's good for them!"
"Alright, I need to go investigate who this powerful figure Liu Dong mentioned is," Ma Bing said.
"Yes, yes, sorry to bother you," Zhang Wei quickly agreed and hung up.
"Young Master Gu." Ma Bing strode back into the main hall and approached Gu Chenan. "The powerful figure Liu Dong mentioned should be Zhang Wei from Weiye Real Estate!"
"Oh?" Gu Chenan looked up. "You found out?"
"Not exactly," Ma Bing shook his head. "Zhang Wei just called me to test the waters."
"But from his tone, it seems he didn't know you were the one who had the conflict with Liu Dong."
"Interesting." Gu Chenan smiled and stretched lazily. "Then we can ignore it. Now that Zhang Wei knows it's me, he definitely won't dare help Liu Dong."
"Let's just wait and see how Liu Dong takes back what he said."
...
In Liu Dong's villa.
"Boss Liu, the news has been spread. Everyone online is discussing the powerful figure behind you, and there's much less talk about today's incident."
Wang Hu reported the online situation to Liu Dong, who was very satisfied with the results.
"Excellent. I'll give Mr. Zhang another call later. With his help, Gu Chenan won't escape death this time."
Then, Liu Dong glanced toward the bedroom. Since Liu Wan had returned, she had been unconscious. The impact of being slapped by over a dozen strong men was not to be underestimated.
It had knocked out Liu Wan, who had been pampered like a "princess" since childhood.
Just thinking about it made Liu Dong's blood boil. He narrowed his eyes with a dangerous expression and muttered to himself:
"Gu Chenan, this time I'll make you understand the consequences of offending me. Your dozen or so black-clad bodyguards are no match for Mr. Zhang!"
"Even with all your money, you won't escape this disaster!"
"Money can't buy connections!"
Ring ring~
Just then, his phone rang. When Liu Dong saw it was Zhang Wei calling, he immediately changed his expression to one of complete subservience.
"Hello, Mr. Zhang! Oh my, you shouldn't have troubled yourself to call me. I should have been the one calling you. I'm so sorry, so sorry."
When Wang Hu and Li Lin saw their boss Liu Dong being so submissive, they didn't find it strange at all and showed no unusual reactions.
In their view, this was perfectly normal for Liu Dong.
To ordinary people, Liu Dong might be a local boss in Shanghai, but to someone like Mr. Zhang, he was just a small-time thug with some assets. They could replace Liu Dong anytime they wanted, as his rise to power was largely due to the support of people like them.
So it was entirely normal for Liu Dong to be so subservient to these people.
After Liu Dong finished speaking, Zhang Wei paused for a few seconds before erupting in anger.
"Liu Dong, did a donkey kick your brain? If you want to die, don't drag me down with you! I've treated you well all these years. I'm not asking you to do much for me, but at least don't drag me into the grave with you!"
"How dare you spread online that I would help you! How could you be so vicious? When did I ever say I would help you?"
These words left Liu Dong completely stunned.
He blinked in confusion and said stiffly, "Mr... Mr. Zhang, what do you mean? When have I ever done anything to wrong you?"
"Your kindness to me over the years is always in my heart. You're my benefactor!"
"Besides, didn't you say you would arrange to deal with that Gu Chenan?"
Zhang Wei panicked and said, "Let me make this clear: I never said I would deal with Young Master Gu. Don't twist my words and make things up!"
"Young Master Gu?" Liu Dong was stunned. "No, Mr. Zhang, I'm talking about Gu Chenan, not the powerful figure you call Young Master Gu."
"Damn it, you really are stupid!" Zhang Wei cursed outright. "The Gu Chenan you're talking about IS the Young Master Gu I'm referring to!"
Then, he continued in a commanding tone: "Delete everything from the internet right now. Even if you can't delete it all, don't reveal my name in any way!"
"And... apologize to Young Master Gu immediately!"
"But..." Liu Dong still couldn't wrap his head around it. He simply couldn't believe that Gu Chenan was the Young Master Gu that Zhang Wei spoke of.
The key point was that he had watched Gu Chenan grow up. If he really was the Young Master Gu that Zhang Wei referred to, how had he not noticed anything in all these years?
Before Liu Dong could voice his doubts, Zhang Wei's voice suddenly lowered threateningly on the other end: "Liu Dong, I'm warning you, do as I say, or the consequences will be severe."