Today I Will Also Be the Male Protagonist’s Rival - Chapter 46

Overnight, Jin Licheng’s scandal spread all over Xiangjiang.

At the memorial for the Su family’s matriarch, he had forced himself on the Su family’s second daughter—how could such a thing not become the hot topic of conversation?

Afterwards, Su Xia sat on the sofa, covering her face and sobbing, “I don’t even know what happened. I was changing clothes at the time, and he suddenly burst in. I… I tried so hard to fight him off, but… I just couldn’t get away. Wuwuwu…”

Beside her, the officer asked, “You were forced?”

Su Xia nodded, tears falling again. “Wuwuwu, I don’t want to live anymore. I’m about to get engaged, and now something like this has happened—how can I ever marry anyone now?”

“Don’t be afraid, Xiaxia. We’ll make sure you get justice.”

Su Yu patted her back, then looked up at Su Yudong. “Dad, we can’t just sit back and do nothing. Xiaxia’s innocence can’t be destroyed just like that.”

“Not to mention, this happened at Aunt Du’s memorial. If we let it slide, the entire Su family will become a joke.”

Su Yudong lit a cigarette, his expression extremely grim.

In truth, he didn’t want to confront Jin Licheng. The Jin family’s power far exceeded theirs.

But… what Jin Licheng did was far too much. The incident had blown up so widely that settling it privately was no longer an option.

“I understand.”

He took a deep breath and said in a low voice, “Officer Zhang, I’ll have to trouble you. Everything my daughter Xiaxia said is the truth. I hope the police can severely punish such a criminal.”

He paused, then added, “My Xiaxia is still underage.”

Su Yu’s head jerked up.

This was… trying to destroy Jin Licheng completely?

In just a moment, she understood Su Yudong’s intentions.

Now that they had completely offended Jin Licheng, there was no way out but to drag him down completely.

Even if it meant using the entire power of the Su family—though they might not be able to lock him up for life, at least they could put him away for a few years.

And a few years later, everything would have changed.

Ding ling ling—

Officer Zhang’s phone rang.

“Hello…”

Whatever the caller said, his face became increasingly stern. Finally, he gave a quiet “Mm” and hung up.

“Mr. Su, don’t worry. We will give you a satisfactory outcome.”

“Then I’ll leave it to you.”

“No trouble at all—it’s our duty.”

Su Yu had some guesses in her heart.

Most likely, Jiang Shengzhou’s efforts had already taken effect.

Jin Licheng must be scrambling to deal with the situation—he wouldn’t expect someone to be secretly working against him.

After the officer left, Su Yudong’s face turned completely dark. He slapped Su Xia hard across the face. “You shameless thing! You were just that eager to cling to Jin Licheng?”

Su Xia was stunned by the slap. Covering her face, her voice trembled as she cried, “Dad, what are you talking about?”

“You know damn well what I mean.”

Su Yudong was furious, glaring at her in disgust. “You think I don’t know what kind of person you are? No matter how desperate Jin Licheng is, he wouldn’t go after someone like you.”

“Speak! What did you drug him with?”

His tone was filled with absolute certainty. Su Xia bit her lip and dug her nails into her palms. “I didn’t… He just barged in on his own. I don’t know anything.”

Su Yu was right. If she didn’t leave the Su family, she’d always have to live under Su Yudong’s thumb.

So, she absolutely couldn’t let Jin Licheng get out.

Absolutely not!

“If it weren’t for your mother’s sake, I’d beat you to death right now, you disgrace!”

Su Yudong clutched his chest, furious beyond words. “You know what Jin Licheng is like and you still dared to scheme against him? Are you hell-bent on ruining our whole family?”

Su Xia lowered her head. “I didn’t…”

Now wasn’t the time to talk back. That would only make things worse.

“How did I end up with a daughter like you? Not only are you ignorant, but you bring disaster to the family.”

“That’s enough, Dad, don’t blame Xiaxia anymore.”

Su Yu quickly stepped in to stop him. “I believe Xiaxia. Maybe Jin Licheng was just drunk and went crazy.”

Under her calming words, Su Yudong’s expression eased slightly. He said in a low voice, “Enough, lock her up. Without my permission, no one is to let her out.”

“Yes, sir.”

—

The next morning.

As soon as Su Yu woke up, Iron Hammer’s voice echoed excitedly in her mind.

[Congratulations, Host! Last night, Jin Licheng was found to be involved in drug smuggling by the police. Combined with the assault of a minor, he has now been imprisoned.]

[The Huo, Jiang, and Su families all exerted pressure on the police while simultaneously targeting the Jin family’s company for suppression and acquisition. With no leader, the Jin family is expected to collapse in just a few days.]

[Congratulations, Host! You’ve successfully completed this world’s mission. Completion grade: SSS. Would you like to enter the next world?]

“No.”

Su Yu pressed her lips together, thought for a moment, and called Huo Shu.

“A’Shu…”

The girl on the other end spoke in a teasing voice, “Yuyu, I already heard Jin Licheng’s been arrested. I helped with that, you know! Aren’t you going to praise me?”

Su Yu calmed down slightly.

Thankfully… she was still around.

“I’m coming to you. Where are you?”

“I’m at home.”

“Wait for me.”

“Okay.”

After hanging up, Su Yu was quiet for a moment, then asked, “How long can I stay in this world?”

[Host, based on your performance in this world, I can tell you with certainty—you can stay as long as you want.]

She froze for a second, finding it hard to believe. “Really?”

[Of course. That’s your reward for the SSS-level completion.]

“But didn’t you say I had to leave once I finished the task?”

[That was only when you hadn’t completed the mission perfectly. In those cases, you had to leave once it was over.]

Su Yu: ………

She didn’t continue playing word games with him. She ended the chat, changed her clothes, and went downstairs.

At nine in the morning, she arrived at the Huo residence.

The young girl was waiting at the door, looking over eagerly.

Su Yu chuckled softly and stepped out of the car, carrying a gift box.

“A’Shu…”

Huo Shu jumped up. She almost rushed over but then seemed to think of something and walked over with restraint.

Su Yu raised an eyebrow and smiled. “Didn’t miss me?”

The young girl gave a light hum and lifted her chin. “Nope.”

“Really?”

Those exceptionally beautiful eyes looked at her with a smile that wasn’t quite a smile, as if they could see right through her.

Huo Shu instantly felt guilty and stuck out her pink tongue. “Fine, I can’t pretend anymore. Yu Yu, I missed you so much.”

“Now that you’ve taken care of Jin Licheng, you can finally spend some real time with me, right?”

Su Yu gave a soft “mm,” reached out, and pinched the tip of her nose. “I’ll stay with you—stay with you for a lifetime.”

“Really?”

Huo Shu looked up at her. When she saw her nod firmly, she gave a cheer and threw herself into her arms, acting spoiled. “I knew it! I’m your favorite, aren’t I?”

Su Yu nodded and gave her a pat. “Are Uncle and Auntie home?”

Huo Shu froze. “Huh?”

Su Yu patiently repeated the question.

The young girl went blank. Her voice stammered a little. “You… what are you planning?”

She had a vague guess in her heart but didn’t dare to believe it. Her small hand nervously tugged at the hem of her shirt.

Su Yu shook the gift box in her hand and smiled freely. “What do you think?”

Huo Shu’s face flushed bright red. “I… I-I don’t know.”

Suddenly, Su Yu leaned in and whispered in her ear, “To marry you.”

As she spoke, warm breath brushed against her earlobe, instantly sending a shiver through her.

Huo Shu blushed and said nothing.

“What’s wrong?”

Su Yu raised an eyebrow and pressed her again, “Don’t want to?”

“Of course I do!”

Huo Shu didn’t even think before blurting it out. Then she realized she’d answered too eagerly and blushed harder as she explained, “I-I just…”

“Alright, I get it.”

Su Yu cut her off, took her hand, and walked toward the main hall.

It was still early. Father and Mother Huo were sitting on the sofa watching the news.

“Uncle, Auntie.”

Su Yu gave a small bow. “My name is Su Yu.”

At her words, Father and Mother Huo both looked up.

They weren’t strangers to this girl. In the past, they’d heard her name countless times from their precious daughter. And now, with the sudden downfall of Jin Licheng—which they’d also heard had something to do with this girl—they were naturally aware of who she was.

Mother Huo came back to her senses and quickly greeted her, “Hello, please—have a seat.”

Su Yu sat down and placed the gift box beside her. “Auntie, I brought some small gifts for you. I hope you’ll like them.”

“That’s very thoughtful.”

Mother Huo smiled and instructed a servant to take them away.

“Uncle, Auntie, I’m here today for just one purpose. I want to marry Huo Shu.”

Su Yu sat up straight and said softly, “If you agree, I’ll take A’Shu abroad for the wedding.”

Father and Mother Huo were both stunned.

After a long pause, Father Huo cleared his throat. “This is… a bit sudden. Let us think it over before giving you an answer.”

“Dad…”

Huo Shu was clearly displeased and pouted slightly. “What is there to think about?”

“I want to get married! Right now!”

Father and Mother Huo: ………

Thankfully, Huo Shu realized she was being too hasty and instantly blushed, burying herself in Su Yu’s arms and refusing to come out.

“Ahem, marriage is something that concerns two families. It’s not something to decide lightly.”

Father Huo pushed up his glasses and said in a deep voice, “A’Shu is our only child, and we’ve spoiled her since she was little. I just want her to have a happy life—you understand, right?”

Su Yu nodded calmly and didn’t shrink back. “Uncle, your concerns are completely valid. But I can also promise you that I will treat Huo Shu well. I won’t let anything unpleasant trouble her for the rest of her life.”

“Young lady, sweet talk is easy, but…”

Before Father Huo could finish, he was interrupted by Huo Shu. The young girl lifted her head and pouted unhappily. “Dad, aren’t you done yet? Why are you making things so hard for Yu Yu?”

“If you don’t agree today, then… then I’ll steal the household registration book tomorrow. I don’t care—I am going to marry her.”

Seeing her so fiercely protective, Father and Mother Huo could only sigh. This girl was clearly completely wrapped around Su Yu’s finger.

But in the end, this was the daughter they had spoiled since birth—how could they bear to see her upset?

The two exchanged a glance, sighed deeply, and finally relented.

“Su Yu, we’re entrusting A’Shu to you. If you ever let her suffer, we won’t let you off.”

Su Yu curved her lips into a smile, took Huo Shu’s hand, and replied, “Alright.”