Transmigrated as the fake young master, I'll beat up the scumbags and b*tches-Chapter 268Vol. 1 - - Never abandon

HuMing played the recording. The content was simple—mostly gossip among the girls at school.

After all, when it came to discussions, nothing topped the endless rumors among female students.

As soon as he hit play, he heard them chatting about a certain student’s family background and various personal matters.

HuMing shut off the recording and turned to Kang Xin.

"So you got yourself this drunk… just for this?"

"This is the fastest way to gather information on our classmates. If I don’t integrate into their circle…" Kang Xin lowered her head slightly, as if trying to convince herself. "Then how would I be any different from before?"

HuMing gazed at her in silence. He listened to her words, feeling a complicated mix of emotions.

It was clear that during this time, Kang Xin had been doing her best to help him. But this method… it was wearing away at who she was.

She wasn’t this kind of person before.

"You don’t have to go this far, Kang Xin."

"HuMing, are you treating me like a child?" Kang Xin abruptly lifted her head, her once-dazed eyes now sharp and determined.

She wanted an answer. But would HuMing give her one?

He let out a slow breath, then placed a hand on Kang Xin’s head, ruffling her hair.

"To be honest, I really don’t know how to treat you. When you said you wanted to follow me, I hesitated. Because in my plans, you were supposed to be at the orphanage right now—not by my side."

Kang Xin lowered her head again, listening intently.

She understood exactly what he meant. She was an unstable factor. HuMing trusted her, but he had no idea what role she should play.

"I can do anything. Just tell me what you need."

"Kang Xin!" HuMing cupped her face, forcing her to meet his gaze. "Are you feeling uneasy right now?"

"I’m not!" Kang Xin denied it vehemently, but HuMing ignored her protest.

"You are. You’re thinking about that winter day, when you were abandoned, aren’t you? I don’t know what happened before that, but let me make one thing clear—if I trust you, then I will never abandon you!"

His words were as solemn as a vow.

Because this was something he had once heard from HuMin.

HuMin had saved him, and because of that, he would do anything for her—no matter what she asked.

Back then, he had feared that she would discard him. If that happened, he would have nothing left.

But HuMin had looked him in the eye and told him—he was hers, and she would never abandon what was hers.

Now, HuMing was telling Kang Xin the same thing.

He would never let her be abandoned again. That was his promise. That was what HuMin had taught him.

Kang Xin stared blankly at HuMing, emotions surging in her chest.

"Really… you won’t leave me behind?"

At this moment, she looked more like a lost puppy, her reddened eyes filled with vulnerability.

HuMing pulled her into his arms, his hand gently stroking her head.

"I won’t."

That night, Kang Xin fell asleep in HuMing’s bed.

The alcohol seemed to have fully taken effect, and she dozed off against his chest.

HuMing carefully laid her down and adjusted her clothes. But as he did, he caught a glimpse of something on her back—some sort of marking.

Still, he wasn’t about to be a creep and start undressing her just to satisfy his curiosity.

Everyone had their secrets. He had no reason to force hers out.

With his hands tucked into his pockets, HuMing looked out the window.

Just then, a knock came at the door.

HuMing opened it, blocking the doorway so no one could see inside.

It was Gu YunQin.

"Um… dinner’s ready."

"Got it."

HuMing stepped out and shut the door behind him, heading toward the dining room.

But before he got far, Gu YunQin called out to him.

"Cousin… thank you."

Then, as if fleeing, she hurried away.

HuMing scratched his head and let out a small, amused smile.

"Why is everyone in this family so awkward?"

He shook his head, the smile lingering on his lips.

…

Meanwhile, Gu ZhaoChuan recalled the dinner conversation.

Gu YunZhou had openly praised HuMing, and the older relatives had clearly been pleased with his performance.

It was obvious—HuMing’s actions had won over the family.

Gu ZhaoChuan had always known that HuMing was capable. But he hadn’t expected him to be this capable—excelling in both academics and kendo.

As for HuMing’s claim that he had no kendo experience… Gu ZhaoChuan found that hard to believe.

The way he had carried himself, the confidence in his movements—it was as if everything was unfolding exactly as he had planned.

Something was off. He must have been preparing for this for a long time.

But whatever. Today’s events were over.

HuMing had chosen not to reveal his identity, and in a way, that was a good thing.

Even if he did reveal it, Gu ZhaoChuan wouldn’t care. No one at school could challenge his position anyway.

He had spent years crafting his reputation, ensuring that during every parent-teacher conference, he was showered with praise. His achievements were his parents’ pride.

HuMing might have his strengths, but so what?

After all, he was Gu WeiJun’s "son".

Just then, his phone rang.

Gu ZhaoChuan answered.

"I heard HuMing made quite a scene at school today. Any thoughts on that?"

"I was just filling in for the kendo club. That’s not my specialty."

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"Hmm. You sound pretty calm. I thought you’d be losing your temper over this."

The other person chuckled, as if mocking him.

"I’m not Han ShuYi. Han ShuYi thought he had everything under control, but he never understood—one should only take on as much as their strength allows. That’s why he’s sitting in prison now."

Gu ZhaoChuan had always been clear-headed.

If HuMing were as weak as some imagined, he wouldn’t have made it this far.

What he needed was patience. He would wait for the right opportunity—and then, he would eliminate HuMing.

"Good. I’m looking forward to your performance."

The line went dead, leaving only the monotonous beep of the disconnected call.

Gu ZhaoChuan knew what that had been—a test.

If he ever lost control, if he ever became a liability, that man wouldn’t hesitate to get rid of him.

And he knew—if his identity was ever exposed, he wouldn’t survive.

He had to be careful. Always careful.

"HuMing… just how many secrets are you hiding? How many times do I have to test you before I uncover them all?"

Gu ZhaoChuan lay back on his bed, closing his eyes.

But the image in his mind wasn’t that of HuMing.

It was of the man who had once grabbed his chin and whispered the truth to him.

The truth that had burned itself into his soul.

"No, you are one of the Gu family. Don't believe him—you have the chance to take them all down together!"

Gu ZhaoChuan's fists gradually loosened, and his breathing steadied.

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