They are, after all, in a position of power.
Helan Zhi did not show any disrespectful shock regarding the relationship between Sheng Qian and Long Yunting.
In the blink of an eye, the subtle change that had just surfaced was brought to a halt.
Seeing this, even Sheng Qian couldn't help but admire the profound composure of her godfather.
Considering Helan Zhi's identity, Sheng Qian wasn't surprised at all.
"I didn't expect you to be married, and to the Long family in the capital. So, you must be the rumored country girl."
The Helan family may be low-key, but that doesn't mean they know nothing about it.
Sheng Qian didn't try to cover it up and readily admitted, "I was not wrong. I apologize for not explaining this to you and Grandma."
Helan Zhi shook his head: "It's our fault for not asking any more questions. And this is your personal matter, so you don't need to apologize to us. Since we've met here, I'll invite you both to come back to the Helan family together."
“We will definitely go together,” Sheng Qian originally planned to go alone, but now that they had met, it was only natural for her to go with Long Yunting.
"Minister Helan, thank you for valuing Qianqian," Long Yunting finally said, thanking Helan Zhi.
Helan Zhi looked at Long Yunting, who was sitting in a wheelchair, again and said with a smile, "Xiao Qian is my goddaughter, and the only young lady of the Helan family. If the Long family does not treat her well, I am afraid I will not let it go. Please take good care of her."
Upon hearing this, Sheng Qian was taken aback.
She never expected Helan Zhi to say something so protective of her.
She had no recollection of ever having such a close relationship with Helan Zhi.
They had only met once.
We became godparents on our first meeting, and there has been no further contact since.
Therefore, Sheng Qian found it somewhat strange that He Lanzhi was inclined to defend him.
Long Yunting raised his deep gaze slightly and met He Lanzhi's eyes: "Minister He Lan, please rest assured, I have always regarded Qianqian as someone more important than my own life, and I cannot tolerate anyone treating her badly in the slightest. As for me, I will not let her suffer the slightest grievance."
“In that case, I’m relieved,” Helan Zhi said, confirming that Long Yunting was sincere. He turned to Sheng Qian and said, “Since we’ve run into each other here, we should sit down and have a proper meal. But we just ate, so I’ll invite you two over for a meal in a couple of days.”
“Then I’ll try to make time for it these next couple of days,” Sheng Qian said, not refusing He Lanzhi’s offer.
He Lanzhi then took his leave.
He has a lot of things to do and can't be in two places at once, so he needs to make some preparations in the next couple of days before he can find time to come and have dinner with them.
"It seems that my godfather is actually quite sincere towards me."
Sheng Qian said this with a smile, with a hint of sarcasm.
Long Yunting said, "He Lanzhi's position is somewhat high, comparable to that of the Song family."
When the Song family was mentioned, Sheng Qian immediately thought of Song Huayu.
And the matter of Yan Shuze.
"I don't know whether it's right or wrong to get involved with the Helan family."
She has no emotional foundation with the Helan family. If one day the Helan family really hurts the people she cares about, she may not show any mercy.
When this thought popped into Sheng Qian's head, she herself felt a little confused.
The Helan family is well-behaved and no matter what, they would never have the opportunity to harm the people around her.
Sheng Qian frowned slightly, dismissing this strange thought.
“There are some benefits after all. The fact that the Helan family keeps a low profile in the capital does not mean that the Helan family has no strength. On the contrary, the Helan family has the power to contend with the Long family.” Long Yunting raised his hand and held her soft hand. “With the Helan family around, it is an extra layer of protection for you. As things stand, you are the beneficiary.”
Sheng Qian smiled: "For every benefit, there is a cost. I will give something in return for something I gain. What I gain is proportional to what I give. I cannot escape the need to pay the price. Therefore, this is more suitable for the concept of a transaction."
However, she did not know what the Helan family was seeking.
If it's about spiritual benefits, then the outcome is quite different.
If it were anything else, things would be far more complicated than imagined.
It's no wonder that Sheng Qian would first speculate based on interests. Unless they are vain, anyone would wonder what the Helan family is after if they recognized a godparent on the first date.
She admitted that she was naturally suspicious.
However, it was also a subconscious reaction that developed after losing her family; so many things had happened that she dared not trust anyone easily.
“The Helan family shouldn’t be that kind of person. Don’t overthink it. You’ll see things after you get to know them in a couple of days,” Long Yunting comforted Sheng Qian, but he had other doubts about the Helan family’s sudden decision to recognize Sheng Qian as their goddaughter.
Long Yunting isn't stupid. He doesn't assume that just because outsiders speak well of the Helan family, everyone in the Helan family is good and wouldn't do anything to harm them.
Even some powerful families would hide themselves, let alone the Helan family.
One's shameful side cannot be easily shown to others.
Leisure estate.
As soon as Helan Zhi's car stopped, another car pulled up beside him. The person who got out of the car was taken aback when he saw Helan Zhi, and then stepped forward to greet him, "Uncle."
"Thank you for your hard work these past few days."
"I'm the only one free at home. I took on the task of visiting my aunt myself. Has your uncle's matter been settled?" The young man with the gentle voice was Xie Chiquan.
He Lanzhi's wife was once the daughter of the Xie family.
An accident that occurred in another province years ago caused them to lose their daughter. Later, they found the body of an infant girl, confirming their daughter's death.
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