The fat man became angry as soon as he heard him speak. This person was deliberately provoking him, clearly knowing that the fat man was particularly concerned about Ye Tiancheng, yet he still asked such a question knowingly.
"Speak quickly. I don't have time to argue with you here, nor do I want to listen to your nonsense. I just want to understand one thing: what method do you have to save my brother? Say it quickly, and don't keep babbling endlessly."
"You fatso, for your brother, your courage has really grown too much. You dare to speak to me like this."
"If you have something to say, just say it directly. We are allies now, I'll listen to whatever you say and will always help you without hesitation, but you also have to think clearly, and you must be equally open with me."
When the two suddenly discussed this issue, it became quite serious. The lonely ghost also knew that, apart from the fat man, there was no one else to rely on now.
"Alright, then I won't keep you in suspense. I'll tell you directly. In fact, as long as the right person is found, your brother's problem can be solved."
Upon hearing this, the fat man felt an itch in his heart and immediately pressed for more information. He then learned that the right person was a woman.
"That makes things easier. I heard about it before. Excluding Miss Su, it seems I just need to find other women. I remember Miss Liu Lanying also won't work. However, abroad, I have a former sister-in-law named Hou Mingzhu. I haven't tried that sister-in-law yet."
The fat man muttered to himself, feeling that things were quite clear. He knew very well that getting past Hou Mingzhu would not be easy.
"Then what are you waiting for? Hurry up and contact her. I didn't want to get involved in this matter. I'm not the type of nosy neighborhood committee aunt. However, your brother's situation affects you too much, and I can't not get involved. But I'll tell you in advance, I'm not exactly warm-hearted."
The lonely ghost was quite proud. The fat man ignored him. "That's what you say, but my former sister-in-law had a very strained relationship with my Brother Ye. She even took her daughter and ran abroad. I don't know if it will be useful if I manage to contact her."
"You have to try. If you don't try, how will you know if it's useful? Aren't you and your brother particularly close? You have to be willing to go through fire and water for your brother."
Whether the lonely ghost was speaking sincerely or sarcastically, the fat man had already made up his mind. He couldn't miss an opportunity without trying. Since the situation was like this, regardless of Hou Mingzhu's attitude towards Ye Tiancheng or towards him, the fat man had to take this risk and try.
"Alright, then it seems I, Fatty, have to step in. Fatty was born extraordinary. I'm always lucky in everything I do. I hope I can be blessed with luck this time as well."
After speaking, the fat man told the lonely ghost to hide for now and not speak out anymore. He was about to do something earth-shattering, which was to call his former sister-in-law, Hou Mingzhu. He knew that making this call was truly heart-wrenching. Hou Mingzhu's attitude towards Ye Tiancheng was similar to her attitude towards him. The fat man believed he wouldn't gain much.
"Sister-in-law, how have you been lately?"
"You wouldn't be contacting me for no reason, would you? Is it Ye Tiancheng? What's wrong?"
Hou Mingzhu was clearly very guarded. "It's definitely nothing good. I'll say this in advance: if it involves my daughter, I will refuse everything. My daughter Qingcheng and I are living very well now, and we don't want to be disturbed for the time being."
"Sister-in-law, I know calling you that might be a bit inappropriate, but in my heart, one thing has never changed, and that is that you are my sister-in-law."
"Alright, stop being so sentimental. Just tell me what you want. We don't usually contact each other, and now you're coming over pretending. Honestly, it's a bit too abrupt."
Hou Mingzhu had a point. After all, the fat man indeed didn't have much of a relationship with Hou Mingzhu. This phone call was very sudden, and no amount of emotional buildup would be enough. Brother Ye is in trouble now.
"Alright, I'll tell you the truth, sister-in-law. He needs someone to save him from his current predicament. I don't know who that person is, but I think it might be you. Can you come back and meet my Brother Ye? His situation is very dire."
The fat man felt too embarrassed to say the specifics, that Ye Tiancheng had suddenly aged from 30 to over 50. He could only vaguely let Hou Mingzhu know that Ye Tiancheng's situation was indeed not optimistic.
"This isn't another prank you two are pulling, is it?" When Hou Mingzhu left, she had already made up her mind that under normal circumstances, it was best not to meet.
"My Brother Ye never lets me bother you. How would I dare to pull a prank on you? I'm so anxious I'm about to collapse. Brother Ye has wanted to die several times, and I couldn't stop him."
"Is it that serious? He's actually gone so far as to want to commit suicide!"
She found it hard to believe. Ye Tiancheng, such an arrogant and conceited person, didn't seem like someone who would take his own life.
"Sister-in-law, everything I'm telling you is the absolute truth. I wouldn't dare to lie. Brother Ye is truly miserable now and needs you by his side. I'm begging you."
"Alright, you don't need to make it sound so serious. I believe everything will be fine. Your Brother Ye has always been blessed with great fortune. Even the King of Hell can't take his life. Don't underestimate him too much. Relax. After I finish my work in the next couple of days, I'll go back and see him."
Hou Mingzhu's attitude really gave the fat man a headache. It was obvious that Hou Mingzhu had no intention of coming quickly.
"Sister-in-law, I'm really not joking. This matter is serious. I hope you can consider it and come back as soon as possible. My Brother Ye really needs you."
"What you're saying sounds like moral blackmail. Ye Tiancheng and I don't have much kindness left between us. I've already repaid what I owed. Your words make it sound like it's my duty to help him."
It was clear that Hou Mingzhu was unhappy. At this moment, the fat man dared not speak carelessly. Even if the fat man lacked emotional intelligence, he knew that when three people were angry, one should not add fuel to the fire, or Hou Mingzhu would get even angrier.
"I'm sorry, sister-in-law. I absolutely didn't mean to morally blackmail you. I was just too anxious. I apologize. The more I say, the more I'll say wrong, so I'll shut up."
The fat man's humble demeanor made Hou Mingzhu feel a little guilty, as if she had been too harsh and had frightened him.
"Alright, I'll do what I promised you. But before that, I must make it clear to you: I won't sacrifice myself to save him, as we don't have that much of a relationship. Don't think too much about it."
"I understand, sister-in-law. As long as you're willing to go and see my Brother Ye, I'll be very grateful. I know you are a kind woman. Thank you in advance."
She casually said a few words on the other end and hung up the phone. In fact, the fat man wasn't too sure if Hou Mingzhu would help. However, Hou Mingzhu was generally trustworthy. If she promised, she would definitely go to see Ye Tiancheng, but he wasn't sure when that meeting would be.
While waiting anxiously, the fat man thought it would take a couple more days, but he didn't expect Hou Mingzhu to come so quickly. Regarding Ye Tiancheng's problem, she pretended not to care on the surface but was actually very concerned.
"Sister-in-law, so you have a warm heart beneath a cold exterior. You're too good to my Brother Ye. I'm so touched. Shall I pick you up at the airport? Otherwise, the address of Black Wind Mountain, where Brother Ye is, is quite remote, and I'm afraid you won't find it."
"No need. Just send me the location. I don't know what you and your big brother are up to, but I haven't brought the child back. Don't think about my daughter."
They were completely on different wavelengths, like chickens talking to ducks. The fat man quickly explained that Ye Tiancheng had no intention of plotting against his daughter, and that he had indeed encountered difficulties and needed Hou Mingzhu's help.
Hou Mingzhu reluctantly believed him and then asked the fat man to go to the airport. The fat man was very attentive, arranging several cars, as if he wanted to carry her away in a palanquin.
"Fatty, you don't need to be so polite to me. Ye Tiancheng owes me, not you. Why do you always act so humble in front of me? It makes me feel a little uncomfortable."
The fat man was driving himself. Ever since he distanced himself from Ye Tiancheng, all his physical discomforts had disappeared, and his life had returned to normal.
That curse was indeed quite powerful, but one could choose to stay away. As long as he wasn't too close, the effect wouldn't be so obvious. Another issue was the matter of time.
Only over a long period would the negative effects worsen, even leading to an unchangeable outcome. That was purely self-inflicted. Once a problem was discovered, timely correction was the most important thing.
"Sister-in-law, I'm not being humble, I'm showing you respect. Mainly, my Brother Ye has always respected you very much. As his good brother, I naturally have to respect his wishes. In my heart, Fatty will always consider you as my sister-in-law."
"Alright, you always struck me as a straightforward person before. How have you become so glib? This habit isn't very good."
Although Hou Mingzhu said this, she was actually quite happy. After all, after having her daughter, she had focused all her energy on her. This had distracted her longing for Ye Tiancheng. Otherwise, if she still had Ye Tiancheng in her heart, even with such a great distance between them, Hou Mingzhu hadn't developed any romantic relationships with anyone else. It was because she couldn't let go of Ye Tiancheng that she had subconsciously waited for this person in her heart.
"This is for you."
Hou Mingzhu gave the fat man a large red envelope, which indicated her feelings. She actually really wanted to see Ye Tiancheng, otherwise she wouldn't have returned so eagerly, let alone brought a red envelope.
The fat man immediately understood what she meant and quickly accepted the red envelope. He also thought to himself that it seemed the fate between Hou Mingzhu and Ye Tiancheng was not over. Women are creatures who say one thing and mean another. She clearly cared about Ye Tiancheng in her heart but just didn't say it. But that was fine, as long as the fat man knew.
Along the way, the fat man took good care of Hou Mingzhu. They finally arrived at Black Wind Mountain. The fat man dared not approach and could only call Ye Tiancheng, asking him to come and pick her up.
"Brother Ye, I've brought Hou Mingzhu over. You'll have to host her."
This statement confused Ye Tiancheng. "Are you kidding me? Hou Mingzhu is abroad. How could she be at Black Wind Mountain? Have you been drinking during the day and talking nonsense?"