CHAPTER 426: CHAPTER 424: UNCONSCIOUSLY DRAWN CLOSER

Xinxin stood in the villa, hands on her hips, laughing heartily.

She never expected that Si Yuhuan hated Jian Xi so much!

"Oh my! It really came effortlessly!"

"Jian Xi, you think you can compete with me? You’re really too naive!"

"What’s the use of having a sharp tongue? If you can’t capture a man’s heart, you’re just a mess of useless clay, hmph!"

Xinxin sneered viciously, "Just wait until I help Si Yuhuan secure his position as the richest man, then the title of the richest man’s wife will be mine!"

Jiang Yun knocked on the door.

"Sister Xin, you wanted Jian Xi’s whereabouts, the guys have already found it for you."

After speaking, he immediately took out a photo.

On it, Jian Xi and Fu Shengyuan were having dinner.

The woman wore a very ordinary sportswear, holding a wine glass, exuding youthfulness, without a trace of having had a child. Her skin was flawless, beautiful without makeup, with a slight smile, elegant and composed, surrounded by an aura of nobility built by money.

Jealousy surfaced on Xinxin’s face.

She squinted her eyes, tightly clutching the photo in her hand, taking a deep breath.

"Si Yuhuan hasn’t suspected anything about me, right?"

Jiang Yun shook his head, "No! He even had someone send you a gift."

Saying that, a few people outside came in, the box filled with incredibly exquisite luxury jewelry.

Xinxin rushed over, picking them up one by one to look them over, her eyes filled with excitement, her whole body trembling uncontrollably, struggling to suppress her inner delight.

This is the life a woman should lead!

This is what it feels like to be rich!

Thinking of how she worked herself to the bone before, earning a paltry sum that couldn’t compare to now!

"See! Even when down and out, the Haohan Group hit hard, he can still get these things to make me happy. That’s what a real man is! How can anyone not like him!"

Xinxin was gloating.

Completely ignoring Jiang Yun’s now very grim expression.

"Alright, put them all away for me."

She instructed the maid behind her.

"Keep them well, who knows when there will be events where I’ll need to accompany Director Si."

Jiang Yun couldn’t stand it anymore.

"Since there are no other orders, I’ll be going now. There hasn’t been any news from Baldy, I’ll go and check it out."

Jiang Yun was originally in the same team as Baldy; the two had completed countless missions together, closer than brothers.

However, Jiang Yun was more serious and formal, unlike Baldy who was glib and cunning, fond of beauty.

When it comes to the Secret Gate, Jiang Yun is probably the hardest nut for Xinxin to crack.

"Wait a moment!"

Xinxin feared he’d discover clues, dispersing the people, failing the ultimate purpose of the Secret Gate, so she decided to lie.

"He’s been sent on a secret mission by me, probably won’t be back in the short term."

"What mission?"

The Secret Gate has a rule, for every mission, no matter what, a record must be kept.

Otherwise, if someone dies, there won’t even be a trace.

This is an unwritten rule for assassins.

"Specifics he’ll discuss with you later, don’t ask for now."

Jiang Yun frowned, revealing displeasure, "A week, I hope you’ll hand him over."

His tone was commanding.

Xinxin gritted her teeth, "Got it."

A week later, send everyone to the West—there’s no handover needed!

How ridiculous!

While Fu Shengyuan was chasing women.

Xinxin consolidated all the companies that took action against Haohan Group.

"Eliminate all those reckless ones."

Kill adversaries for once and for all.

Then Haohan Group will have no opponents.

Xinxin imagined that Si Yuhuan would surely be very grateful to her.

Perhaps more jewelry would come her way.

He might even propose.

Thinking of this, she couldn’t help but smile sweetly, the happiness almost making her faint.

Jiang Yun took a deep breath.

"Are you sure? To kill in China?"

"What? Isn’t it clear what we’re doing? Assassins only need to complete the task, asking so much is meaningless."

She glanced at Jiang Yun, "From now on, remember, for orders I give, just execute them, no pointless chatter."

It’s really time to find another deputy.

Jiang Yun is capable, just not enough loyalty.

"Alright."

Watching the man exit.

Xinxin rolled her eyes.

......

Jian Xi toasted Fu Shengyuan drink after drink.

She was feeling upset, trying to drown her sorrows in alcohol.

Fu Shengyuan kept her company.

Secretary Xiaoli couldn’t help but remind, "President Fu, you have a cross-border video conference to host tonight, drinking this much..."

Fu Shengyuan raised a hand, and Xiaoli fell silent.

Jian Xi felt slightly apologetic, "I’m sorry, I didn’t know you had work tonight, how about we end it here today?"

"It’s alright!"

Fu Shengyuan maintained a gentle smile.

Jian Xi was about to leave with her bag.

He stood up and took her hand, his long fingers gently holding her, as if Jian Xi were a rare treasure, and any force might damage her.

"Don’t leave."

The low, hushed words echoed in the restaurant.

Jian Xi was momentarily stunned.

"I mean, if you’re upset and want to vent to someone, I can assure you I’m the best listener. I know you are emotional and loyal, this Aunt Zhang must have been your previous servant, right?"

"How did you know?"

Fu Shengyuan’s deep eyes looked at her with a dazzling glow, "Those who care will naturally know."

Jian Xi was at a loss for words.

She didn’t know what to say.

Fu Shengyuan curled his lips, "Who hosts a dinner and leaves halfway? I haven’t even enjoyed it fully, you’d better not leave."

He glanced at his understated, luxurious watch, "There’s still time, why don’t we go somewhere else?"

"Where to?"

Jian Xi instinctively blurted out.

Fu Shengyuan slightly raised his gaze, "To my place."

"How absurd!"

She rejected it almost reflexively.

To his house!

What kind of propriety is that?

"There are many people at my place; if you don’t want to stay there, we can have a driver take you back, it’s close to your Fuyuan Official Residence."

"Then why not go directly to my place?"

Jian Xi said, then realized.

She was just about to backtrack when she heard Fu Shengyuan say with a smile, "Alright, as you say."

"I......"

Now she couldn’t refuse.

Fuyuan Official Residence.

Jian Xi poured cherished wine into the decanter, her movements graceful and elegant, showcasing her demeanor.

Fu Shengyuan’s eyes landed on her, tender and lingering.

She lifted her gaze and he turned his face to the side.

Seeing some children’s items placed at the entrance, Fu Shengyuan took a sip of the wine in his glass, "Is Mingming now receiving early education?"

"No, having been in that unhealthy environment for so long, the doctor says he has some psychological issues, and early psychological treatment would be beneficial for a child’s healthy development. He’s not in good health and might require several major surgeries later."

Mentioning this, Jian Xi exuded a radiant motherly glow.

Fu Shengyuan watched her, finding her even more charming, and unconsciously moved closer.