Chapter 22: Halting the Chaos

Chapter 22: Halting the Chaos

In that fleeting moment, a ferocious glint flashed through Hao Tingcheng's narrow eyes. The moment Yun Tingying stepped forward to seize someone, the pent-up beast within him was unleashed in full force!

He grabbed Yun Tingying's wrist with a firm grip and shoved him forcefully.

Caught off guard, Yun Tingying crashed against the car window!

Upon seeing this, Yun Tingying's subordinates rushed forward.

Feng Shuo, witnessing the scene, gasped in fright, "Young Master!"

That's Yun Tingying you're talking about!

A figure even the elder of the Hao family would show great respect to.

The Yun Corporation is a renowned financial dynasty in Country Hua, with its banks spanning the nation for over a century.

Most importantly, the financial strength of the Yun family has never been publicly disclosed. The wealth accumulated from their deep historical roots is unimaginable, pervasive and formidable.

Yun Tingying, on the other hand, was the current head of the Yun Corporation.

Offending such a figure would bring no benefit to the young master!

But Hao Tingcheng paid no heed to the warnings. With agility, he dodged everyone's attempts to stop him.

His gaze icy, he grabbed Yun Tingying's collar and leaned in, "You have no right to command her, nor to lay a finger on her!"

In Hao Tingcheng's wildly lawless mindset, even though Yun Mu had not officially become his wife, entering his household made her his own.

He would not tolerate any outsiders bullying her!

The towering figure of the man swayed, lifting his eyes to glare coldly and relentlessly at Hao Tingcheng.

"She is my daughter!"

Hao Tingcheng's hands tightened around Yun Tingying's neck as he said in a chilling tone, "So what? She's mine now. You dared to strike her – apologize to her!"

Despite the redness from being choked, Yun Tingying remained domineering.

Those eagle-like eyes were sharp as blades, exuding supreme authority. He gave Yun Mu a cold glance, dismissing her indifferent presence beside him.

To be honest, the CEO of the Imperial Duke Group's unwavering defense of his daughter had taken him utterly by surprise.

However, he would never tolerate any scandal of Yun Mu's infidelity tarnishing the Yun family's reputation.

"Apologize for disciplining my own daughter? My daughter is the young matriarch of the Huo family. On what grounds do you step in to defend her?"

Huo Tingcheng forcefully shrugged off Feng Shuo, who had attempted to intervene, and threw a punch directly at Yun Tingying.

"I care not for the Yun or Huo families; this person, I will protect!" Huo Tingcheng growled, his temper flaring. "Apologize!"

Yun Tingying cast a cold glance at the agitated Huo Tingcheng, whose eyes were reddened with emotion. Instead of backing down, he goaded, "You're protecting him? Do you think being the CEO of the Emperor's Dynasty Group gives you carte blanche? You're nothing but a brute!"

Others were astonished. Could it be that Yun Tingying was actually still provoking them?

Haven't you noticed how furious this person's eyes have turned, reddened with anger?

Yun Mu also furrowed her brows.

When had Yun Tingying ever been held down and beaten like this? He didn't order anyone to intervene; instead, he goaded his opponent further.

Suddenly, he noticed that Yun Tingying kept staring at the crimson glare in Huo Tingcheng's eyes.

In an instant, he understood that Yun Tingying had perceived Huo Tingcheng's abnormality and was provoking him into a fit.

This old man had a keen eye indeed.

Yun Mu glanced around at the onlookers and the reporters capturing the scene, thinking that the spectacle had gone on long enough.

It was time for this drama to end.

"Madam, are you still watching the show?" Feng Shuo watched anxiously as bodyguards from the Imperial Duke Corporation and the Yun family brawled, whispering urgently, "Young Master has lost control!"

Just then, Huo Tingcheng suddenly pulled out a delicate dagger from his pocket, and with a snap, the blade flicked open.

Everyone gasped in unison...

In that instant, Yun Mu proved incredibly agile as she swiftly stepped forward, grabbing the dagger aimed at Yun Tingying with her bare hands!

Blood seeped from her palm.

Yet, she didn't even blink, seemingly impervious to pain.

"Enough," she said coldly, lifting her gaze.

The frenzied man was startled awake by the glaring sight of blood, slowly turning his head and releasing his grip.

The dagger clattered to the ground.

Those devilish eyes, instead of showing calm, grew even more ferocious and terrifying.

He was standing up for her, yet she was actually hindering him.

Yun Mu's beautiful eyes flickered, sensing the fury and indignation within Huo Tingcheng.

He must be desperately yearning to vent the turmoil within him, yet he restrains himself because of her intervention.

Despite the ferocity in his eyes and his body seemingly on the verge of explosion, he stubbornly stood his ground before her, defending her and venting his anger.

Yun Mu's gaze turned increasingly profound.

Somewhere deep within her heart, a feeling was slowly sinking. The once unshakable core of her being seemed to be stirred.

"I'll go with you," Yun Mu said softly, her tone gentling.

Huo Tingcheng remained motionless.

Feng Shuo had already dashed to the car, likely to retrieve a sedative.

No, regardless of whether Huo Tingcheng was the CEO of the Imperial Duke Group or the eldest son of the Huo family, his condition must not be exposed!

With her bloodied palm, she gripped Huo Tingcheng's wrist tightly, repeating, "Huo Tingcheng, I'll go with you."

Her husky, mature voice carried an unusual tenderness.

This time, Hao Tingcheng took a step forward.

Yun Mu let out a slight sigh of relief.

A cold aura radiated from her furrowed brows as she glanced at Yun Tingying. "The commotion is over. Today ends here. There's no way I'll return to the Yun family with you, so get out of my way!"

Yun Tingying shot a cold glance at Hao Tingcheng and snorted. "Do you still remember your status? Even if you don't care about the family's reputation, you shouldn't associate with an unpredictable lunatic like that!"

Unpredictable, lunatic?

Yun Tingying's words struck a nerve in Hao Tingcheng once again.

Seeing Hao Tingcheng on the verge of losing control, Yun Mu's expression turned grim. "Watch your words! If President Yun wants to teach his daughter a lesson, he should go educate Yun Shuiyao instead. Meanwhile, tell her that today's incident isn't over!"

Without blinking, she took Hao Tingcheng's hand and strode towards the car with great poise.

Her regal departure was awe-inspiring, leaving everyone stunned!

...

Cheng Ming approached Yun Tingying with great trepidation.

"President Yun, are you alright?" Cheng Ming asked softly.

"Nothing to worry about," Yun Tingying glanced at Cheng Ming coldly, sneering. "Captain Cheng is truly impressive today, making my family's affairs known to the world."

Cold sweat trickled down Cheng Ming's forehead.

This old fox was skilled in throwing blame; it was clearly his second daughter who orchestrated the scheme against his first, yet now he was blaming Cheng Ming!

Despite his resentment, Cheng Ming could only stammer, "It was my fault, President Yun. Please rest assured, I will handle this matter properly."

Yun Tingying's icy gaze swept over Cheng Ming. "Make sure these journalists are dealt with thoroughly. I don't want to see any gossip online!"

"Yes, yes."

Startled by Yun Tingying's gaze, Cheng Ming nodded hastily and immediately instructed his team to take care of the journalists and onlookers at the scene.

Yun Tingying's eyes then turned towards the direction where Yun Mu had disappeared.

This former foolish daughter of his has now become an enigma to him.

Upon immediate return to her homeland, she found herself married into the Huo family. How on earth did she manage to captivate the CEO of the Godfrey Group?

This daughter of mine is no ordinary person.

Perhaps, the move to have Yun Mu substitute as the bride for that sickly member of the Huo family was a misstep...