Ch 23: Rebirth of the Tool Man in a Pampered Protagonist Novel

After the incident at the clubhouse concluded and Fang Ziyang obtained the wallet photo thrown by Yan Tong, he quickly left the clubhouse and returned to the Fang residence.

Until the dust settled on the bullying video case, he had no intention of going to school. After all, this time he directly took his homeroom teacher to court without any negotiation. Regardless of the reason, it was a blow to the school’s reputation, and they would definitely not welcome him at this moment.

Moreover, he had never been popular at school, and being in such a controversial situation, he decided it was better not to go back and invite more criticism.

After all, there was a difference between livestreaming and facing the audience directly. In a livestream, he could say whatever he wanted behind the screen, but in front of a crowd, even if he was talented, he wouldn’t be able to win the argument. Although he was confident, he also knew his limits.

Besides, it was his senior year now, and he had already attended all the classes that were required. He could finish the remaining revisions at home, so it didn’t really matter whether he went to school or not.

As for whether the school would sabotage him during the college entrance examination, it was highly unlikely. After all, his identity was not ordinary. He wasn’t an ordinary person who had to endure bullying without any recourse.

Without lingering outside, Fang Ziyang went straight home after finishing his business, hoping to make more preparations for the future before the college entrance examination.

His current situation was weak, so he had to carefully calculate every step he took.

When he arrived at the Fang residence, it was still early, and Fang Qianhao hadn’t come back yet. Fang Yandong was at the company, and the entire villa was empty except for the servants.

This happened to facilitate Uncle Liu and Aunt Zhang’s secret visit to him.

To be honest, Uncle Liu and Aunt Zhang had been having a tough time these past few days. They were in a constant state of anxiety both day and night because of the things Fang Ziyang had said to Uncle Liu when he confronted him.

At the time, Fang Ziyang didn’t say much, but every word left endless room for speculation and imagination.

It was true that Uncle Liu was loyal to Fang Yandong, but it was uncertain how much loyalty was involved. After all, Uncle Liu and Aunt Zhang had originally been on his mother’s side, and they were purely swayed by Fang Yandong.

As for people who switched sides like this, Fang Ziyang naturally had the ability to win them back and reuse them.

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Uncle Liu and Aunt Zhang were not foolish people. After being confronted and witnessing the argument that day, they saw Fang Ziyang play a trick on Fang Yandong and his son. Even someone as astute as Fang Yandong failed to notice it, and the balance in their hearts began to tilt.

Although they had received many benefits from serving Fang Yandong for many years, they also deeply understood what kind of person the master of the house was and how ruthless he could be.

Someone who could harm and exploit his own biological son would surely have no qualms about their fate once they outlived their usefulness.

Uncle Liu and Aunt Zhang didn’t dare to think too much about it, but they could guess that their future wouldn’t be too promising. They could only silently worry.

However, at this moment, Fang Ziyang stepped forward.

It was like a ray of bright sunlight suddenly appearing in the darkness. They saw a glimpse of a new path. Instead of anxiously waiting for Fang Yandong to abandon them, they now had a chance to continue surviving.

However, they couldn’t be sure if Fang Ziyang would succeed in resisting and achieving victory. They hesitated until now because they didn’t want to make the wrong bet.

Fang Ziyang was unaware of the complicated conflicting thoughts in their minds, but he could make a reasonable guess.

Because Uncle Liu and Aunt Zhang were in a really difficult situation right now. He remembered that in his previous life, not long after he was kicked out of the Fang family, Uncle Liu and Aunt Zhang died in an accident while on a cruise. At that time, he felt it was retribution, but now, it was clear that their deaths were not accidental.

Uncle Liu and Aunt Zhang’s main role was to ruin him, and once he became useless, they would naturally become useless as well.

Understanding this, betrayal was just a matter of a few words.

The two of them waited anxiously in the villa. When they saw Fang Ziyang’s car returning, they rushed forward almost without hesitation.

“Young, young master is back? Quick, the kitchen has freshly made snow fungus congee. Would young master like a bowl?”

Aunt Zhang tried hard to put on her usual kind demeanor, hoping to gain more affection from the new master. Unfortunately, her slightly stuttering tone gave away her inner anxiety.

Uncle Liu, on the other hand, couldn’t even utter a word while standing next to her. He was practically tormented by his overactive imagination in these past few days.

Clearly, both of them had realized that the innocent little rabbit they had thought Fang Ziyang was might actually be a wolf in sheep’s clothing, wearing a disguise for many years and bearing ferocious fangs. Their previous self-satisfaction now seemed laughable!

After leaving these two old individuals hanging for a couple of days, it was about time.

Fang Ziyang wasn’t in the mood to play games today. Without showing any traces, he glanced at the surrounding servants, nodded with a smile, and asked Aunt Zhang and Uncle Liu to bring the snow fungus congee to his room for a conversation.

Once inside the room, the door was closed.

Fang Ziyang didn’t want to waste any more words. He casually sat on the small sofa in the bedroom, adopting a dominant posture that exuded an oppressive aura.

“Speak up, have you made your decision? Will you join me or continue helping Fang Yandong dig his own grave?”

Since they had already torn off the facade, he could no longer address them as “father” in private.

The casual yet intensely oppressive image also startled Uncle Liu and Aunt Zhang. Despite their anticipation, seeing the young master truly revealing his ferocious fangs still stirred up a storm in their hearts.

Having been in the Fang family and encountered many imposing figures in high society, they were no strangers to such presence. But witnessing it in a young man who was merely 18 years old was indeed rare.

Without hesitation, they dared to say that the current aura exuded by the young master was no less intimidating than that of the gentlemen who had been in the business world for many years!

It was even more formidable, evoking a sensation of facing a sharp sword.

Uncle Liu, being a man, had a more acute perception of danger than Aunt Zhang. He almost had the illusion of being stared down by a wild beast, immediately wanting to turn around and flee, his legs growing weak and uncontrollable.

Whether it was his imagination or not, he always felt that in the young master’s gaze, there was a desire to tear them apart with a thousand cuts!

On the other hand, Aunt Zhang, due to the closer relationship from long-term care, was in a better state than Uncle Liu. Despite her alarmed heart, her courage wasn’t completely shaken.

Seeing her husband appearing so frightened and pathetic, Aunt Zhang couldn’t help but curse silently. Only then did she gather the courage to speak up, her usually charitable demeanor turning ingratiating, tinged with a hint of probing.

“Young master, please consider your words. Uncle Liu and Aunt Zhang have always stood by your side. However, you know that both Uncle Liu and I lack education. So, what do you mean by your words now?”

“Although Aunt Zhang and Uncle Liu may not be educated, they are both smart. I believe my words shouldn’t be difficult to understand,” Fang Ziyang replied calmly, his voice devoid of emotion. “Of course, if Aunt Zhang truly finds it incomprehensible, then you can leave. After all, I don’t like wasting time on people who pretend not to understand what’s clear to them, seeking death by playing dumb. What do you think, Aunt Zhang?”

Aunt Zhang’s expression turned grim. The words were too explicit.

Fang Ziyang had no intention of negotiating or bargaining because it simply wasn’t necessary. Uncle Liu and Aunt Zhang were indeed useful, but they were not irreplaceable.

Moreover… he never intended to keep these two individuals by his side from the beginning.

If they were sensible enough, they might live a little longer. If they weren’t, he didn’t mind dealing with them right now.

Some words remained unsaid, but smart people could discern them.

Uncle Liu’s mind snapped, his legs going weak as he knelt down in fear, pleading for mercy.

“Young master, we were blind before and we apologize for our mistakes, but as servants, we had no choice. We had to obey the master’s orders. We beg for your forgiveness and give us a chance to make amends!”

As he spoke, he even pulled Aunt Zhang, who hadn’t realized the true danger, down to kneel beside him.

Compared to Aunt Zhang, who still hoped to use their relationship as leverage, Uncle Liu was clearly much more astute and understanding, making his decision decisively.

In fact, Uncle Liu was not someone who could be easily swayed by intimidation. However, he had already tortured himself with his own imagination for the past two days and nights, his nerves stretched to the extreme. Combined with Fang Yandong’s increasingly dismissive attitude towards them in recent years…

When a crafty rabbit dies, the running dog is cooked.

For the sake of their own family’s future, Fang Ziyang was currently their only way out.

Fearing that his wife couldn’t see the reality, Uncle Liu had to forcefully pinch Aunt Zhang’s thigh after speaking, using this gesture to warn her and drive the point home.

“We beg for your mercy. Although Uncle Liu is foolish, he has always understood that the young master is the foundation of our family’s survival. Without the young master, we no longer hold any value in the master’s eyes.”

“Over these years, although our family of three has done many things that have wronged the young master, allowing the young master to live peacefully until now, Uncle Liu must dare to speak up and take credit. Uncle Liu and Aunt Zhang still have the mistress in their hearts. If the young master has any needs, Uncle Liu’s family will never refuse…”

Uncle Liu had lowered the stance of his entire family.

Although Aunt Zhang was somewhat greedy, hearing her husband’s words was like being splashed with cold water, instantly awakening her.

Yes, Old Liu was right.

Their family of three could live so well all thanks to the young master! Despite this reliance being to monitor and manipulate the young master into doing things he shouldn’t, it couldn’t be denied that if the young master were gone, their family would lose its value.

And how did the master treat those who lost their value?

He abandoned them! Without any mercy! The master was a typical profit-driven businessman!

Suddenly, Aunt Zhang broke out in a cold sweat and dared not think about bargaining anymore. She nodded repeatedly, feeling anxious.

“Young master, we’re sorry. We really didn’t mean to harm you. It was all the master’s orders. If we didn’t obey the master, our family of three wouldn’t have any way to survive in Jiang City. Young master, it was the master who forced us…”

Fang Ziyang didn’t rush to respond, just gazed at them with indifference.

Although he had initiated this surrender, how could it be without a hint of submission?

Uncle Liu was the most adept at reading the situation. Seeing this, he knew that if he didn’t make a complete commitment today, it would be difficult to walk away unscathed.

With determination, Uncle Liu signaled to Aunt Zhang.

Receiving her husband’s instructions, although she hesitated, considering the consequences of not making a complete commitment, she gritted her teeth and decided to sell out Fang Yandong completely.

“Young master, besides the evidence of the master manipulating and deceiving you over the years, we also have a secret about the madam and the eldest young master. As long as the young master promises to spare our family and give us a way out in the future, we will tell you everything we know!”

“Do you really think you have the qualifications to negotiate with me?”

Fang Ziyang didn’t even entertain their offer. How to handle the situation was already his plan. He didn’t need anyone’s guidance or threats. He detested the feeling of being manipulated and helpless from his previous life.

Aunt Zhang’s face turned pale, sensing the irresistible dominance in his words.

Uncle Liu’s heart tightened, as if he were seeing the seemingly harmless young man in front of him in a completely new light, generating an unprecedented fear within him.

The strong are not to be feared; what is truly frightening is a strong person who doesn’t care about anything.

Uncle Liu could tell that Fang Ziyang was intrigued by what Aunt Zhang had just said, but that intrigue couldn’t influence his decision. In the young master, he sensed a resolute determination, as if… if he couldn’t achieve his goal, he would rather die together with them.

However, they didn’t want to die! They didn’t have the courage for a mutual destruction!

“The madam didn’t die from a failed surgery, and the eldest young master isn’t the true eldest young master. He is the master’s illegitimate child.”

Uncle Liu, trembling with fear, observed Fang Ziyang’s expression as he made an astonishing revelation.

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