Chapter 53
Although there were more than twenty children kidnapped at the time, Jiang Wen's sacrifice was not entirely because of her.
But did Chu Wen really never harbor any resentment?
She didn't believe it.
When this issue was brought up, Yan Ke and Chu Jianghe remained silent for a while.
"Sweetie, keep eating."
Yan Ke picked up a piece of vegetable and put it into Chu Muchao's bowl.
Chu Muchao immediately frowned and complained in a low voice.
"He moved out, but why didn't he move his menu with him...?"
Yan Ke smiled and said, "Sweetie, eat some vegetables to get your vitamins."
Chu Muchao pouted, "I want to eat barbecue, I want to eat hot pot, I want to eat delicious food with strong flavors..."
Knowing that Chu Muchao was just being coquettish, Yan Ke didn't care.
While eating, she asked, "By the way, he moved out. Did he tell you where he lives now?"
Chu Muchao asked, "Didn't my brother tell you?"
Yan Ke smiled and said, "No."
Chu Muchao narrowed his eyes: "Oh, then I'll let you know next time I go. My brother has invited me several times, but I've been too busy lately to go."
Yan Ke: "Okay."
When Chu Wen was mentioned, Chu Muchao's eyes revealed subtle worry and reliance, but Yan Ke caught the subtle change.
Yan Ke's voice softened considerably: "You've always liked to stick to A-Wen since you were little."
Chu Muchao nodded: "Yes, my brother has always taken good care of me."
"Is that so?" Yan Ke chuckled lightly. "Is your liking for someone still the same now as before?"
Chu Muchao raised his eyes and met Yan Ke's gaze, as if she knew everything.
Chu Muchao's cheeks instantly turned bright red.
"Mommy..."
It seems there's no need to ask anymore.
Yan Ke lowered her eyes and smiled, "You young people should handle this yourselves. Your mother only cares about your feelings; everything else is secondary."
How could someone who treats Chu Wen like their own son not like him?
Chu Muchao suddenly realized.
I need to quickly open up to Chu Wen about this topic.
She can't always run away.
Yan Ke asked, "Honey, have you been very busy at work lately? Are you getting used to it?"
Chu Jianghe said with heartache, "Your father and mother don't want you to take over the company so early, it's too hard. But that kid Wen... sigh."
Yan Ke glared at Chu Jianghe: "Awen has grown up and has his own plans. He's your child, you should support him."
Chu Jianghe quickly changed his tune: "Yes, yes, both of your fathers support you. Honey, if you need anything, just tell your mom and dad."
Chu Muchao felt a soreness in the tip of his nose.
"I'm fine. My brother handled the handover very well, and he even left me some people he had trained, so I got up to speed very quickly."
"That's good." Yan Ke said with relief, "Awen has always been meticulous since he was a child, and I trust him with everything he does."
Chu Jianghe was still a little worried: "Has no one in the company made things difficult for you?"
Chu Muchao shook his head: "No, everyone cooperated with my work. The first company meeting went very smoothly, and the subsequent shareholders' meeting was also very supportive of me."
"Okay, okay. Our Chaochao has grown up too."
*
Everything was going smoothly, but Chu Muchao didn't expect that the first trouble would come so soon, and it was the same kind of rumor she was familiar with.
[He's so young to be the group president; who knows how he got there?]
How did she manage to oust that handsome, domineering CEO from the front?
[It's not good for a woman to be too ambitious; no man would dare to want such a domineering woman.]
I keep seeing news about rich heiresses, but I've never seen a single picture of one. I hope she's not ugly, haha.
Even if a woman is wealthy, I won't want her if she's too ugly, too calculating, too domineering, neglectful of her family, unfilial, unable to do housework, and unable to have children.
When she saw those comments online, Chu Muchao didn't hesitate and reached for a black pen.
But she soon saw the replies to those comments.
[Hey, are you alright? She's a rich heiress.]
[The domineering CEO in front is her adopted brother; he stepped down voluntarily, so there's no need to push him, okay?]
Those who worry about women being assertive are just useless people who lack ability and are afraid of being overshadowed by women.
Whether she's beautiful or not, it doesn't affect the fact that she's a wealthy heiress and the CEO of a conglomerate.
[(Laughs) What kind of person fantasizes all day long about a strange woman marrying into your family and suffering?]
Thank you to the netizens who helped her fight back, I'm so touched.
Although I felt better, I still had to use magic.
Chu Muchao, holding a black pen, transforms into a magical girl.
—It is true.
—I demand that all those who spread rumors about me online…
Chu Muchao was reciting his command in his mind when he suddenly remembered something, and his thoughts stopped abruptly.
The system is confused.
【What's wrong? 】
Chu Muchao: A lot of people are participating in negative comments. Can you handle that?
【^-^ Hmm? Miss Mu Mu, are you questioning the capabilities of this system?】
Chu Muchao: That's why I'm asking first, there aren't just a few dozen people this time.
【^-^ It's okay. Also, you can't say the system is no good, or it will get angry.】
Chu Muchao: ...
Therefore, the system did not deny the magic she used; it was actually the system's ability.
【^-^ So Miss Mu Mu was trying to trick me into revealing information, you mischievous little girl.】
—I demand that anyone who spreads rumors about me online will have bad luck for a day for every extra word they say, with no upper limit. Furthermore, after posting a rumor, they must do something they absolutely do not want to do at that moment.
[Successfully used the magic skill "Words Come True".]
Skill proficiency +20, Magic Points +20.
After hearing the notification sound indicating that the spell had been successfully cast, Chu Muchao put down his pen with satisfaction.
I lazily listened to the notification sounds that kept popping up in my mind.
[Magic Points +1.]
[Magic Points +1.]
[...]
Although I haven't experienced the points mall, the sound of points constantly increasing is really pleasant to hear.
【^-^】
Chu Muchao suddenly opened his eyes.
What did she just see?
With her eyes closed and everything pitch black, she suddenly saw a smiling emoji appearing faintly in the shadows.
【^-^ That's your sea of consciousness, Miss Mu Mu.】
Chu Muchao: Wow. That's amazing.
【^-^ Yes, you look quite surprised. If your eyes are so wide open, they might get dry and sore later.】
Chu Muchao quickly closed his eyes.
[You can now try to imagine what the attribute panel looks like.]
Chu Muchao began to recall what it looked like when he last saw the attribute panel.
Soon, a semi-transparent attribute panel gradually emerged from the pitch-black darkness.
Miss Mu Mu learns so quickly.
Chu Muchao: 0_0
In shock, Chu Muchao tried to use his mind to open the skill interface, which had a yellow cursor in the upper right corner.
【Skill】
[Words Prove Effective] Proficiency: 127/100 (Upgradeable)
[The Inescapable Truth] Proficiency: 41/100
[Super Fast Target Lock] Proficiency: 25/100
【? ? ?】 (To be unlocked)
Total Points: 899
These scattered points unexpectedly added up to over 700 at once.
There are so many people spreading rumors.
Chu Muchao: System, system, the "Words Come True" feature can be upgraded. How do I upgrade it?
You can manually upgrade it by opening the Skills interface and then accessing the "Words of Power" skill.
In my mind, that gentle voice sounded very tired, as if it were about to faint at any moment.
It seems that casting magic on such a large scale has exhausted him.
Chu Muchao remembered the system's instruction not to say he was incapable, so after manually upgrading the skill, he asked him tactfully.
Do you want to take a break for a while?
【^-^ I'm just on standby; I'm always here whenever you need me.】
Chu Muchao: Oh, you should get some rest.
After the skill "Words Prove Effective" was manually upgraded, the text following it changed.
[Words Come True] Proficiency: 127/1000 (*Side effect: After each use of the skill, you will randomly receive a food item, which must be consumed within 24 hours.)
What?
Is randomly receiving a delicious meal a side effect of using magic?
She really likes these side effects! Please come more often!
【^-^ It will be available shortly. Miss Mu, is there any type you'd like to try right now?】
Chu Muchao: Random or according to my own will?
Shh, just between us. This is a little something extra for you before you rest.
Chu Muchao: I want to eat roasted pig's trotters! I saw someone post about charcoal-grilled pig's trotters on their WeChat Moments today! They added lots and lots of chili powder and seasonings!
【^-^OK.】
Awesome!
Going to work, using magic, and even eating roasted pig's trotters!
Ten seconds later.
On Chu Muchao's desk, a steaming, fragrant lunchbox appeared.
Inside lay a charcoal-grilled pig's trotter, sprinkled with chili powder and cumin powder.
Next to the lunchbox, there was a pair of chopsticks and several disposable gloves.
Chu Muchao couldn't wait to put on gloves, open the lunchbox, and take a bite of the charcoal-grilled pig's trotter.
The pork skin is roasted until soft and tender. With one bite, the charcoal roasting brings out the full aroma of the pork trotters, which melt in your mouth and are full of collagen.
It's so delicious!
【^-^ Well then, Miss Mu Mu, please enjoy your meal.】
Chu Muchao: Okay~ Oh, by the way, shall I redeem a Wish Card for you now? I have over 800 points, enough to redeem 17 Wish Cards.
Maybe next time; it might not be necessary for now.
Come to think of it, she seems to have never asked the system what the wish card was for.
Are you asking about the purpose of wish cards, or why I need them?
Chu Muchao: ...I told you mind reading was annoying!
Sorry.
[In the former case, the wish card can grant any of your requests, unless it's something that neither technology nor magic can achieve, such as sending you to the moon without any prior preparation.]
【the latter……】
Similarly, it can grant any wish of mine. It can let me see the people I want to see.
Chu Muchao: Oh.
Eat slowly, be careful not to burn yourself. Eating like this can easily cause internal heat. You can drink some cool beverages in the afternoon.
Chu Muchao: Okay, I understand.
The system's voice disappeared.
I wonder how long I'll disappear this time.
Chu Muchao took another bite of the pig's trotter and pressed the intercom on the table.
"Secretary Wu, come in for a moment."
The next second, there was a knock on the door.
Chu Muchao said loudly, "Go in."
Wu Mi walked in.
"Mr. Chu, what are your instructions?"
There was also a woman in business attire standing at the office door.
He looked tense, as if he was ready to be called upon at any moment.
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