Chapter 429 Contest
Over the weekend, news came from the Sheng family that Mr. Sheng was not feeling well and missed his daughter very much, so he specially invited Jiang Wanrou to return to the old house for lunch.
Jiang Wanrou was reluctant to go, but now that things had come to this, if she refused the invitation, she was afraid that she would be accused of being unfilial.
Jiang Zhiyue was still lying in bed. When she heard the news, she hurried out of the room.
She wore a pastoral-style nightgown with a strawberry plaid design, which brought out her sweet temperament to its fullest.
Jiang Wanrou quickly picked up her coat and put it on her shoulders, smiling, "Fortunately Huai'an is not at home."
Although they live under the same roof, they are not siblings who grew up together. Mr. Sheng has expressed his dissatisfaction many times and suggested that Jiang Wanrou move to a villa near the old house as soon as possible.
After talking so much, Jiang Wanrou naturally took these words to heart. After all, Grandpa Sheng reminded her on the phone that Sheng Huaian had reached the age to settle his lifelong affairs and would have to have a girlfriend in the future. It was not appropriate for a young man in his early twenties like him to live with his family all day long.
"Zhiyue, today is Saturday, you should get more rest." Jiang Wanrou said with concern.
Jiang Zhiyue had a dream that was related to Mu Liansheng, who poured wine all over her. She should be glad that Sheng Huaian was not at home, otherwise it would be difficult to explain.
The scene she dreamed of was that she opened her eyes and saw Mu Liansheng and Gu Zhaoye sitting beside her bed. She had become Gu Zhaoye's doll again. Mu Liansheng had a wicked smile and suggested that Gu Zhaoye quickly lock her in the closet so that she would not run out and attract other men.
What a mess. As expected, when I meet that man, even my dreams become outrageous.
But the more outrageous thing is yet to come. Jiang Zhiyue just wanted to see what tricks Mr. Sheng was up to, worried that he would persuade Jiang Wanrou and Lin's mother to reconcile. After all, Jiang Wanrou was too soft-hearted.
But she didn't expect to see Chu Junyue at the Sheng family.
In the backyard teahouse, the man was wearing a neat, high-end suit, with an upright posture, handsome face, and an oppressive look between his eyebrows, making him stand out among the younger generation.
Chu Junyue received the most elite education since he was young, and he exudes innate noble upbringing. Undoubtedly, he grew up to be the most outstanding heir.
At this moment, he was playing chess with Mr. Sheng, sitting quietly opposite the old man. Although there was a big age gap between the two, they were equally matched in momentum.
Old Master Sheng said with a smile, "Young man, you want to send my wife to prison, and you also want to marry my granddaughter. Didn't Mr. Chu teach you that you shouldn't be too conceited?"
"Just like the water in this cup, it is just right when it is 70% full, and it is better to leave some room. Otherwise, once the water overflows, the chess game will be ruined."
The two were playing a game of chess, while a waiter knelt respectfully on a futon and filled the cup next to Mr. Sheng with hot tea.
Mr. Sheng did not stop, and the boiling hot tea continued to overflow until the water stains soaked the entire chessboard, and a few drops of tea splashed onto Chu Junyue's delicate cuffs.
Old Master Sheng showed an intriguing smile. This was also a way for him to show his power to Chu Junyue. He had repeatedly said that he would not allow Jiang Zhiyue to marry into the Chu family. The more opposition he showed, the more room there would be for negotiations.
They are all shrewd guys. As long as enough benefits are ceded, Mr. Sheng doesn't really mind who becomes the bride of the Chu family.
"You love my granddaughter deeply, just like I love my wife deeply. You collect evidence for your lover and want to send her to prison. As her husband, shouldn't I do something as well?"
Old Master Sheng no longer concealed the truth. Chu Junyue could wait until this time to come to him. He must have some evidence in his hand. This evidence might not necessarily send Old Madam Sheng to jail, but it would be enough for negotiation.
Chu Junyue is a smart man. With rumors flying everywhere in the outside world, he should maximize the value of what he has in his hands and get the result he wants most.
Old Master Sheng thought he could see through the minds of these young people. "You came to me because you want me to agree to this marriage. In two days, Zhiyue will be included in the family tree. According to the rules of the Sheng family, marriages are decided by the elders."
"In fact, I already knew that. When you were engaged to Xian'er, you didn't take her seriously. I didn't want to agree to this marriage, but Xian'er begged Mr. Lin and came to beg me. When a man likes someone, his eyes can speak. You can see that Xian'er's eyes are devoid of affection."
The way Chu Junyue looked at Jiang Zhiyue made the whole world know that she was the only one in his eyes.
"When did you start to have feelings for Zhiyue?" Grandpa Sheng asked with a kind smile, "Zhiyue doesn't talk much. I know she doesn't treat me well, but I've always wanted to know about her past experiences."
Chu Junyue narrowed his eyes slightly, feeling a sense of oppression. This was a very young but extremely wise man, and also extremely dangerous.
He was mature beyond his age. Even the shrewd Mr. Sheng had to admit, after dealing with him several times, why Mr. Chu was still unwilling to give up cultivating him even though Chu Junyue gave up his inheritance rights.
He does have some skills.
For example, several videos that have been widely discussed recently were probably leaked intentionally by Chu Junyue. He made public the footage of how he cleared out local gang forces after taking over the three states.
The army will sweep the entire city to find the leaders, and the former gang leaders who are hiding in prison and enjoying a good life will be pushed out in public for public display.
On the snow, the criminals knelt in rows, no matter how they threatened, yelled, or even offered huge amounts of wealth in exchange for peace.
Chu Junyue remained indifferent. He pointed the muzzle of the gun in his hand at the back of the head of one of the criminals. The revolver rotated rapidly, but no bullet was fired every time he pulled the trigger.
Until the seventh time, the bullet suddenly pierced the criminal's forehead, and blood dyed the entire snow red.
This method of execution was like slow slicing before death, but the young officer standing in the snow had no trace of mercy on his face.
Old Master Sheng couldn't help but feel regretful that such an outstanding man did not belong to Lin Xian'er.
When did you start to have feelings for Jiang Zhiyue?
It was not only a question that Mr. Sheng was curious about, but also the answer that the entire Sheng family was eager to know.
With so many young people in the Sheng family, why do they have a special liking for Jiang Zhiyue?
"This has nothing to do with the topic we are discussing." Chu Junyue's tone was flat, and his eyes still did not smile.
He pushed the documents on the table over and said, "According to my subordinates, among the economic criminals executed yesterday, there happened to be a relative of Madam Sheng."
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