Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2622: 2558: As Expected, They're Here

Chiang Xiao commented, —Although Teacher Ji holds high expectations and consistently seeks a wealthy partner, which is the reason for her attraction to Hu Xiangyong, she is, in essence, a kind individual, albeit occasionally a bit too trusting.—

This trusting nature might very well be Ji Yuzhi's most significant vulnerability.

In the past, regarding Hu Xiangyong, a warning was issued to Ji Yuzhi, with the hope that she would heed the advice and distance herself from him.

A man like that is certainly not someone a guileless woman like Ji Yuzhi ought to become entangled with.

They departed from the school premises, maintaining a deliberate separation between themselves.

After taking a few steps, Ding Haijing detected an unsettling anomaly, instantly scanning his surroundings with subtle caution, his wariness heightened.

His instincts were always remarkably sharp, leaving him uncertain whether Chiang Xiao was similarly picking up on the strange vibe.

As they progressed, moving a short distance from the school entrance, several young men, characterized by their permed hair and ostentatious attire, emerged from the roadside. One particular youth, a cigarette dangling from his lips, appraised Chiang Xiao with a lecherous look, drawling, —This young lady looks quite fetching, an art student perhaps? It’s rather admirable to be inclined towards art.—

Their presence obstructed Chiang Xiao's intended path.

Could it be that Ji Yuzhi's premonition was accurate?

And was it mere coincidence that they encountered these individuals so soon after leaving school?

Considering that these people might have laid in wait at the school gate for her was a plausible thought, but a random encounter seemed highly improbable.

—Who exactly are you people?—

—Who are we? Hahaha, you’ll come to know us intimately soon enough. Until then, simply address us as brothers.— The youth with the cigarette chuckled, his gaze lingering on Chiang Xiao with a cunning glint.

—Precisely, little sister. Why don't you accompany us to a karaoke lounge? We can introduce ourselves to you one by one then, what do you say?—

Chiang Xiao responded with a scoff, taking a couple of steps backward.

—No, I have no interest in becoming acquainted with any of you.—

—But we possess a great deal of interest, come now.—

As the young men spoke, they began to close in, encircling her, with one individual maneuvering behind her to complete the ring.

—Are you intending to abduct me?—

—We are merely inviting you; are we not speaking politely? Come along, come along.—

Two of them reached out, attempting to seize her arms.

Suddenly, Chiang Xiao caught a fleeting glint in her peripheral vision and reacted with swift evasiveness, narrowly evading a blade thrust towards her arm.

Simultaneously, Ding Haijing, who was not far away, let out a sharp exclamation.

—What do you think you're doing?—

He surged forward, delivering a kick that sent one of the assailants reeling.

—Who is this meddlesome fool? I warn you to stay out of this, or my blade will strike without regard!— Another youth brandished a knife.

At this juncture, Ding Haijing had positioned himself beside Chiang Xiao, exuding an aura of cool resolve.

—I wish to ascertain whether it is you who cannot see, or if your blade is the one that lacks sight.—

With a collective rustle, all of them simultaneously revealed their knives, reforming their encirclement.

Chiang Xiao and Ding Haijing exchanged a meaningful glance.

If these were merely common thugs accosting a young woman, would each of them be armed with a knife?

In this moment, Chiang Xiao became unequivocally certain that these individuals were specifically targeting her.

Furthermore, it was clear that Ji Yuzhi possessed prior knowledge, and her warning had indeed been genuine.

Chiang Xiao's expression hardened, her demeanor turning icy.

—Who dispatched you?— she inquired, her voice low and firm.