Chapter 189 Protecting Her Own: Miss Ying, the Heir of the Mu Family, Has the Final Say [1st Update]
The Mu family is a top-tier wealthy family in the capital. Not to mention families in Shanghai, other families in the capital cannot compare to the Mu family.
It was also because of Mu Heqing's presence that there were almost no disputes in the Mu family.
Like other young noblemen of his generation, Mu Chenzhou received an elite education from a young age.
He was not arrogant, nor did he consider himself superior to others simply because he was a young master of the Mu family.
This is quite remarkable.
Mu Chenzhou dislikes people with warped values.
Coincidentally, Ying Zijin was one of them.
He wasn't particularly curious about Ying Zijin, and it would be a waste of his time to investigate her.
But if Zhong Zhiwan said that, it's clear that it's not something that people would like.
Upon hearing Mu Chenzhou's words, Zhong Zhiwan quickly lowered her head, suppressing the smile on her lips.
Mrs. Zhong didn't show any expression as she went to the kitchen and brought over a few glasses of freshly squeezed juice.
With a "thud," Grandpa Zhong put his phone down on the table and looked up.
Mu Chenzhou simply nodded: "Excuse me."
“That’s right, there’s really no need.” Old Master Zhong glanced at Mu Chenzhou, his expression unreadable, and said indifferently, “Zijin isn’t someone anyone can just see whenever they want. Since you say so, move out of here after you finish eating.”
Upon hearing this, both Zhong Zhiwan and his wife were startled.
Mrs. Zhong blurted out, "Old Master!"
What kind of entity is the Mu family?
Even if those four powerful families were combined, they couldn't compare!
Mu Chenzhou is one of the candidates to succeed this generation.
There is a very high probability that they will take over the Mu family from Mu Heqing in the future.
If Old Master Zhong says that, wouldn't that directly sever the path for the Zhong family and the Mu family to maintain good relations?
Zhong Zhiwan dug her nails into her palms and bit her lip.
She truly hadn't expected that in Old Master Zhong's mind, Ying Zijing's importance had already surpassed that of the Zhong family.
Even at the risk of offending the Mu family, they must protect Ying Zijin.
And you still say you're not biased?
“You need to know that you are an outsider. This is my home.” Old Master Zhong ignored Madam Zhong and did not get angry. “My granddaughter’s visit has nothing to do with you. You don’t need to put on this face. If you don’t want to see her, then leave.”
Mu Chenzhou was clearly not expected to be spoken to by Old Master Zhong, and for a moment he stood still, feeling somewhat embarrassed.
But his good manners made him realize his mistake and immediately apologize: "I'm sorry, sir, I went too far. I apologize to you and Miss Ying."
"Then keep your expression to yourself." Old Master Zhong wasn't impressed. "Don't let Zijing see it."
Mu Chenzhou was even more embarrassed, but quickly composed himself.
"Chen Zhou, please don't mind me." Zhong Zhiwan still decided to say something, "My grandfather is very protective of his own, and he's been very good to us all."
"That's good." Mu Chenzhou wasn't angry at all. Instead, he smiled and said, "If I could see my grandfather, I would be completely satisfied."
Zhong Zhiwan was taken aback: "You've never even met your grandfather?"
Mu Chenzhou shook his head.
He grew up listening to Mu Heqing's great achievements from birth.
He greatly admired his grandfather.
However, as the eldest grandson of the Mu family, he had never met Mu Heqing.
This trip to Shanghai was not only to avoid the limelight in the capital, but also to see if he could run into his grandfather.
The doorbell rang, and the housekeeper, Mr. Zhong, hurried to open the door.
Mu Chenzhou looked over expressionlessly, but upon seeing that, he was suddenly stunned.
The girl was wearing a casual short-sleeved shirt, jeans, canvas shoes, and a baseball cap.
Her attire was nothing special, but it couldn't hide her dignified presence.
She then looked up, revealing her eyebrows and eyes that had been hidden by the brim of her hat.
Her pupils shone like snow, their light shimmering with emerald and crimson.
Mu Chenzhou was stunned for a while before he came to his senses.
He had met many socialites and heiresses in the capital, but none of them could compare to the girl in front of him.
When he saw the girl come in, Grandpa Zhong smiled broadly.
But the next second, his smile vanished.
"You brat!" Old Master Zhong clutched his chest, his eyes wide. "What are you doing here?!"
His granddaughter came to visit him, and somehow the pig came running over too?
Sure enough, they're trying to steal his cabbage!
Fu Yunshen raised an eyebrow, curved his lips into a smile, and said lazily, "Hello, Grandpa Zhong."
Grandpa Zhong really wanted to kick him out, but after all, he was his brother's grandson, so he was just trying to get away with it verbally.
"No good, I'm not good at all." Old Master Zhong glanced at the overly monstrous man and sneered, "You came here this time to return the snacks your grandfather stole?"
"Grandpa Zhong has a good eye." Fu Yunshen smiled. "I moved a whole truckload and put it in your garden."
"That's more like it." Grandpa Zhong waved his hand. "Sit down, dinner will be served soon."
Ying Zijing sat down next to Grandpa Zhong, followed by Fu Yunshen.
After the two entered, they ignored everyone except for Old Master Zhong.
Zhong Zhiwan and Madam Zhong suddenly became invisible, not to mention Mu Chenzhou.
It was as if those three were the only ones who belonged to a family.
Zhong Zhiwan gripped her chopsticks tightly, feeling a tightness in her chest.
She had no appetite at all during the meal, especially after seeing Grandpa Zhong constantly serving food to Ying Zijin.
On the other side, Fu Yunshen was still helping to pour hot water and even picking out the scallions from the vegetables.
Although Fu Yunshen was a playboy, his good looks made him the dream lover of many socialites in Shanghai.
What merit does an adopted daughter have to deserve such treatment from him?
After finally finishing her meal, Zhong Zhiwan quickly went upstairs.
If she keeps watching, she might lose control and throw the plate at him.
Mu Chenzhou pursed his lips; the initial amazement from Ying Zijin had been overshadowed by his disappointment.
During his time in Shanghai, he naturally heard about Fu Yunshen's affairs.
He was a playboy, a womanizer, and a frequenter of brothels who enjoyed playing around with women.
No wonder Ying Zijin was able to send her own aunt to prison.
It turns out it was because of Fu Yunshen.
Mu Chenzhou shook his head, politely greeted Grandpa Zhong, and then went upstairs.
After dinner, Grandpa Zhong called Ying Zijin to his study.
"Zijin, be careful of that brat from the Fu family." Old Master Zhong said with great distress, "He definitely has ulterior motives towards you. What if you get deceived by him?"
"Grandpa, don't worry." Ying Zijing paused, then reassured him, "He actually wants to play your role, or my dad's role."
Grandpa Zhong: "???"
"However, he is quite proud of being a big brother now."
"..."
**
The capital city.
The Mu family.
Only Mu Cheng knew Mu Heqing's itinerary.
So every day, quite a few people come to him to inquire.
"Master." Mu Cheng frowned, sorting through the visitors of the day, when he remembered something else. "The Fifth Madam sent Young Master Chenzhou to Shanghai. She must have seen your car there."
"So what if she saw it?" Mu Heqing said indifferently, "Her brain is completely used for petty scheming."
Mu Cheng nodded: "I guess she thinks you don't know anything."
The Mu family has been able to establish itself in the capital for so long entirely thanks to Mu Heqing.
Mu Heqing has grown old, but his authority has only increased.
“When people get old, no matter how healthy they are, they may end up in their coffin at any time.” After writing the last word, Mu Heqing pondered for a long time, “Mu Cheng, get ready, I’m going to choose an heir.”
Mu Cheng was taken aback: "Now? Miss Ke Ying treated you, and the ancient medical community says that your body can last another thirty years without any problems."
Mu Heqing is seventy-five years old this year, which is already quite old.
Therefore, when he heard the diagnosis from the ancient medical community, he was even more shocked by Ying Zijin's medical skills.
"I think you're trying to work me to death." Mu Heqing put down his pen and sighed. "Originally, I invited Xiao Ying to the capital to hand over the Mu family to her. But then I thought, she has no obligation to do so, so I won't ask her for it. However—"
"The heir to the Mu family still needs her approval."
Mu Cheng was secretly alarmed.
If the descendants of the Mu family heard this, the Mu family would be in turmoil.
"Therefore, this time in choosing an heir, there will be no direct or indirect descendants. Anyone with the ability can do it. Go and prepare."
**
June 20th, three days before the college entrance examination results are released.
Students, including those in gifted programs, are very anxious.
In previous years, all of the top ten students in the arts and sciences in Shanghai were students from Qingzhi.
The top scorers in humanities and sciences are no exception.
Although Wen Tinglan felt relaxed during the exam, he was still a little nervous during the process of receiving the results.
Wen Fengmian chuckled as he watched Yu Yu drop his chopsticks while eating, "Yu Yu, are you that worried?"
"No." Wen Tinglan lowered her head. "I just wanted to know how many points I got on the essay."
After he finished the exam, he thought about it and realized that his essay had gone off-topic.
If you go off-topic, you might lose more than ten points.
They will miss out on becoming the top scholar.
“No need to check.” Ying Zijing took a sip of juice. “If you want to know your score, I’ll tell you.”
Wen Tinglan was taken aback.
The scores haven't been released yet, and even the universities haven't received the results. How did her sister know?
(End of this chapter)
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