Chapter 27 "Yangyang, it was you on purpose."
Perhaps hearing the answer she wanted to hear, Wen Lingshuang on the other end of the phone chuckled twice, slightly drunk, and said in an almost seductive tone, "You miss me, but I don't miss you."
Upon hearing this, Jiang An could even picture her sitting or lying on the sofa with a smile, her beautiful eyes half-closed, like a well-fed Persian cat lazily saying these words to him. He knew she hadn't missed him, but the fact that she made this special call to ask about him was enough.
Just as I was about to speak, I heard some rustling sounds from the other end of the phone, as if someone was talking, neither male nor female, and I couldn't make out any useful information.
Perhaps annoyed by the questions, Wen Lingshuang said sternly, "I know, I know."
After saying that, he let out a soft hiccup and shouted into the phone, "I'm hanging up."
Before Jiang An could respond, the call was disconnected.
Shortly after hanging up, Jiang An received a message from Jiang Ting containing a 15-minute-long secretly filmed video.
Tap to open, and the video will start playing.
The location should be an elegant gathering and banquet. People are coming and going, and most of them are dressed in formal attire. Accompanied by the melody of classical music, a familiar figure appears in the video. She is wearing a simple and elegant white dress, high heels, and appropriate makeup. She sits on the sofa with the haughtiness of a hostess. The person directly opposite her is Jiang Xu and Jiang Qi, who are dressed in suits.
Because of the large number of people in the venue and the loud music, it was impossible to hear what the people were saying, but judging from their facial expressions, the conversation was probably not very pleasant.
Gradually, the melody stopped, the camera zoomed in, and finally, the voices could be heard clearly.
In the video, Wen Lingshuang swirled the wine in her glass, looked at Jiang Xu and Jiang Qi across from her, and said, "You all know what kind of temper I have. It's impossible for me to swallow my anger. Besides, I'm going to marry into your Jiang family in a few months. It's a small matter if you fight with me then, but it's a big deal if your family scandal gets out."
She was stunningly beautiful. She took a sip of red wine and leaned forward slightly. "Right now, all the news circulating outside is negative about Jiang An. Things like he climbed to the top by stepping on your brothers, that he's unfilial to his family, and how his mother seduced your father..."
"Wen Lingshuang," Jiang Qi interrupted her, "Mind your manners. Are you used to being a pampered young lady and think everyone will defer to you?"
"You're so fierce." Wen Lingshuang patted her chest, looking at him with feigned seriousness. "Not many men dare to talk to me like that, do you?"
"What's there to be afraid of?"
In the video, the tense atmosphere between the three was almost palpable.
Even Jiang Ting, who was secretly filming, was a little scared and whispered, "Everyone, don't be so harsh with yourselves. In a few months, we'll be family. Third Sister-in-law, let me toast you..."
"Who do you think you are? You think you're worthy of drinking the wine I offer?" Jiang Qi sneered, his eyes narrowing slightly, a dangerous aura emanating from him. "Jiang An's wife?"
Under normal circumstances, such provocation would have resulted in someone throwing their drink in the other person's face.
What kind of thing is this, daring to speak to her like that?
Wen Lingshuang suppressed her anger.
In that instant, she suddenly understood something and was momentarily lost in thought.
Jiang Xu and Jiang Qi dropped a little bit of their pretense and confronted her, which was unbearable for her. But Jiang An had lived in the Jiang family for so many years, and Jiang Xu and Jiang Qi must have had even more ways to deal with him. How did he manage to break through their encirclement under their pressure?
Heartache is a strange emotion; it comes unnoticed, but by the time it fills your chest, it's too late to erase it.
She took a deep breath, avoiding Jiang Qi's gaze, and instead turned to Jiang Xu, saying, "You're right, I am Jiang An's wife, so there are some things I need to make clear in advance, in order to prevent any trouble after I marry into the Jiang family."
Upon hearing this, Jiang Qi sneered, while Jiang Xu's lips curled up slightly, his contempt and sarcasm barely concealed.
vixen!
Jiang Qi suddenly stood up, pointing at Wen Ling Shuang with a furious rage, "Are you fucking tired of living?!"
Jiang Ting, who was filming the video, was startled, thinking that Jiang Qi was about to attack. He quickly stood in front of Wen Lingshuang, "Second Brother... calm down, Third Sister-in-law didn't mean it that way, please calm down..."
"Get out of my way." Jiang Qi shoved Jiang Ting away violently, glaring fiercely at Wen Ling Shuang. "You really think you're a princess?"
Jiang Qi's ruthless appearance made Jiang Ting's body tremble.
Others may not know, but doesn't he know? When he beat up Jiang An when they were kids, he never held back, punching him relentlessly. Plus, he'd been learning boxing since he was little, so the power of his punches was far greater than that of an ordinary person. If you really angered him, one punch from him and Wen Ling Shuang wouldn't be able to survive.
Jiang Ting was terrified and hurriedly pushed Jiang Qi away, "Second brother, second brother... no, no, no, I'll apologize to you on behalf of my third sister-in-law, okay? This isn't our home, don't make a fool of yourself."
However, Wen Lingshuang showed no fear in the face of Jiang Qi's ruthlessness.
What is she afraid of?
These two paper tigers, who have no real power, would be giving Jiang An a disservice if they were to actually confront him.
Besides, would they dare to make a move? If they really did, they'd both be finished in less than ten minutes.
Wen Lingshuang had an inexplicable confidence back then.
"Get out of my way." Jiang Qi shoved Jiang Ting hard. "Who's your family? Why are you taking her side?"
Jiang Ting was pushed so hard that he staggered to the side, and the secretly filmed video became incoherent.
He steadied himself and was about to step forward to dissuade them when he saw Wen Lingshuang sitting there, looking at them arrogantly, saying each word clearly, "I'm asking you now, do you agree with what I just said?"
"Don't think too highly of yourself." Jiang Xu, who had been silent until now, slowly spoke up. "Miss Wen, being arrogant because you're favored doesn't work here."
"Really?" Wen Lingshuang said with a smile, "Then how about Xu Wen?"
Her tone was very gentle, and she kept asking whether the weather was nice, the food was good, and the wine was good.
He completely ignored Jiang Xu's sudden change in expression upon hearing these words.
After saying that, she met Jiang Qi's gaze again, "Oh, and you too, is the Spotlight project working well?"
After these two questions were raised, the atmosphere became subtle.
Jiang Xu's face was grim, his dark eyes deep and unfathomable, while Jiang Qi looked incredulous, shocked, and terrified.
Gone was the tense atmosphere and overbearing demeanor from before.
The melodious tune of Beethoven's "Moonlight Sonata" filled the air once more.
Wen Lingshuang leaned back lazily, swirling the wine glass in her hand. "I'll say it again: let's keep to ourselves. If you don't bother me, I won't bother you. After I join the Jiang family, let's make money peacefully. After all, if things get chaotic, I won't have an easy time either, and neither will you."
In the Wen family, everyone had to pamper her, love her, and respect her. It would be the same in the Jiang family; everyone had to pamper her, love her, and respect her just like the Wen family did.
If these things aren't discussed beforehand, you'll suffer a great loss if you go to the Jiang family!
In the video, Jiang Xu tugged at Jiang Qi's sleeve, gesturing for him to sit down.
Jiang Qi shook off Jiang Xu's hand and stormed off into the distance, seemingly unwilling to continue talking to Wen Lingshuang.
After pondering for a moment, Jiang Xu said, "You really know how to have fun."
He stopped calling her 'Miss Wen'.
Wen Lingshuang laughed and said, "I'm not as good at this as you, Jiang Xu. I always thought you were very gentle and polite."
Jiang Xu smiled meaningfully, raised the wine glass in front of him to her, and said, "Then let's do as you say, let's keep to ourselves and not interfere with each other. I wish you a speedy entry into the Jiang family and I wish us harmony and prosperity."
Wen Lingshuang crossed her legs, exuding elegance. "Alright, but the ten-day deadline won't change. You'd better speed things up."
Jiang Xu didn't say anything, but drank the wine in his glass in one gulp, put the glass on the table, and got up to leave.
However, his gaze before leaving was exceptionally cold and meaningful.
Only after the two figures disappeared from sight did Wen Lingshuang slowly drink the wine in her glass.
Jiang Ting, who had secretly filmed the entire incident, was already feeling weak in the knees. He was completely bewildered by what he had witnessed: the three men were on the verge of conflict, then their anger subsided, and finally, they settled things in just a few words. In just over ten minutes, he had experienced such a dramatic turn of events. He wiped the cold sweat from his forehead, turned to look at Wen Lingshuang, and stammered, "Third sister-in-law...you...you really dare to do that! Jiang Xu and Jiang Qi are trained fighters. Aren't you afraid that if they punch you, your pretty face will be gone?"
Wen Lingshuang glanced at him indifferently, "Useless, so cowardly."
“I’ve seen plenty of bad guys. If they dare to mess with me, ask the bodyguards behind me if they agree.”
Upon hearing this, Jiang Ting looked up and glanced at the burly men in suits who were following not far to his left. They were far away, but all within his sight.
He was quite familiar with a few of them.
Jiang Ting thought about it carefully.
Then he slapped his thigh suddenly. Wasn't this Jiang An's personal bodyguard?! He was actually sent to accompany Wen Lingshuang?
The video ends abruptly there.
The cigarette in Jiang An's hand burned out.
After stubbing out the last bit of his bright red cigarette butt into the ashtray, he immediately got up and walked towards the door.
Lon walked in with the documents and saw Jiang An about to speak when he heard him say, "Return to China immediately."
Lon was taken aback. "Sir?"
Jiang An picked up a trench coat from the rack. "Tell them the project is postponed by one day."
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Wen Lingshuang drank too much alcohol and slept for a whole day when she was taken home.
In her sleep, she always felt someone stroking her cheek, so gently and tenderly. She turned over and felt herself sinking into soft clouds, sleeping comfortably no matter how she slept.
I don't know how much time passed, but my face started to feel hot.
It glides across the brow and lands on the cheek.
A tingling sensation made her slowly open her eyes.
The moment I opened my eyes, I was met with a pair of dark, deep eyes.
That handsome face was so close that I could see my own reflection in his pupils.
It must be a dream.
Jiang Anyuan is in the United States, how could he be here?
She raised her hand, touched the other person's collar, and said, "I want some water, pour me some."
The other person chuckled, then got up to pour a glass of warm water, returned to her side, helped her up, and held the glass up to her.
She gulped down several large mouthfuls, finally moistening her parched throat. She nestled into his arms, finding a comfortable position, and listened to his strong, rhythmic heartbeat, murmuring, "Jiang An..."
"Yes, I'm here."
"Are you doing this on purpose...?" she murmured with her eyes closed, "You deliberately left and then deliberately came back, lingering in front of me."
Her charming tone was like an aphrodisiac; no one could resist Wen Lingshuang's charm. She was like a fully blooming flower, gradually unfolding before him until even the stamens were fully revealed.
A beautiful and luxurious flower.
He slightly swallowed his Adam's apple and said in a low voice, "Who did this on purpose?"
He pinched her chin with his fingers, his dark eyes deep and sharp. "Yangyang, you did this on purpose."
She deliberately made him travel a long distance to come back and see her.
I could have easily suppressed my longing for her.
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