Sheng Anâning took a deep breath. Her fingers, which had been stretched out, were now tightly clenched again.
Luo Xiuxiu had told her long ago that Jiang Zhiyuanâs 70th birthday banquet was going to be a grand one. He was going to invite many good friends of the aristocratic families.
That was why Sheng Anâning had been thinking about what gift she should give him. It would not only win the heart of grandfather Jiang but also allow her to show off in front of the other members of the aristocratic families.
Thatâs right. Ever since Jiang Haoxuan was no longer as obedient as before toward Sheng Anâning, Sheng Anâning had been thinking that it was time to do something to promote herself to the outside world.
If she didnât marry Jiang Haoxuan, it wouldnât be a bad idea to find a few other members of the aristocratic families as backup.
Sheng Anâningâs mind was full of thoughts, and a light flashed across her eyes quickly.
If Mr. Chen wasnât lying to her, then this proposal could kill two birds with one stone.
Not only did it solve the problem she had been racking her brains over for days, but it would also successfully steel Su Wanâs idea and her limelight, leaving her speechless.
However, Mr. Chen actually knew what gift Su Wan had prepared for the birthday banquet...
This man was too scary!
Who exactly was he and what was his relationship with Su Wan?
For a moment, Sheng Anâning seemed to see layers of fog blocking her view, preventing her from seeing the truth.
Sheng Anâning bit her lips. She stared at the figure outside the grapevine and asked anxiously.
âMr. Chen, since you know all these trivial things, tell me, why has Haoxuan ignored me recently?â
Sheng Anâning did not realize that her attitude was getting softer and softer, and even her tone was tinged with a hint of hope.
Hearing this, Mr. Chen glanced at Sheng Anâning casually.
Despite him being so far away and wearing sunglasses that covered half of his face, Sheng Anning still felt a bone-chilling chill.
Sheng Anâning couldnât help but shudder. She knew that the chill wasnât directed at her.
Even so, she couldnât help but feel fearful.
Such a man with an unknown background...
She didnât know anything about his identity or background, but the man was the exact opposite. He had seen through everything about her.
Sheng Anâningâs lips and teeth were filled with bitterness. Perhaps, she was really dealing with the devil now.
âMiss Sheng, Iâve already shown my sincerity. Shouldnât you show me something before you ask for an answer?â
Mr. Chenâs hoarse voice sounded in the air. The rough tone made Sheng Anâning feel a little uncomfortable.
The temples on Sheng Anâningâs forehead kept twitching. She didnât know why, but even before Mr. Chen spoke, she had a vague feeling that his request was not that simple.
Sheng Anâning took a deep breath and forced herself to suppress the fear in her heart. She tried her best to remain calm.
âMr. Chen, what can I do for you?â
So what if she had made a deal with the devil? Now that she was in this situation, if she did not think of a way to keep Jiang Haoxuan, she was afraid that her days would become more and more difficult.
Since Mr. Chen had found her, it meant that she was useful.
However, even Sheng Anâning herself didnât know what she could do for a mysterious figure like Mr. Chen.
Just as Sheng Anâningâs thoughts were changing, the man not far away finally spoke in a low voice.
âWill senior master Jiang hold a birthday banquet for his 70th birthday?â
Sheng Anâning was stunned when she heard this. She didnât understand why Mr. Chen would suddenly mention this.
However, Mr. Chenâs words made Sheng Anâning wary.
Jiang Zhiyuan had always been very busy. The so-called birthday banquet had always been a family banquet. However, it was the 70th birthday this time, and Luo Xiuxiu was nagging about making a proper arrangement.
She had only suspected that Mr. Chen was Su Wanâs enemy. However, after these few interactions, Sheng Anâning alertly felt that the person Mr. Chen really hated might not be Su Wan.
Could Mr. Chen be targeting the Jiang family?
As soon as this answer popped up in her mind, Sheng Anâning couldnât help but widen her beautiful eyes.
However, in all of Jiuzhou, who didnât want to flatter the Jiang family? How could they be willing to be the Jiang familyâs enemies?
Sheng Anâning subconsciously wanted to deny this answer, but once this idea was formed, it was hard to erase from her mind.
Sheng Anâning looked at the slender figure in front of her, and her eyes unconsciously showed a hint of respect.
No matter what, Mr. Chen was not someone she could afford to offend.
However, Sheng Anâning grew up in the Jiang family, which was her most powerful protection. If she lost this towering tree as a support, Sheng Anâning felt that she would not have a good ending.
Sheng Anâningâs thoughts spun rapidly. She calmed down for two seconds and tried her best to remain calm. However, she could not help but ask the question she wanted to ask the most.
âMr. Chen, do you have a grudge against the Jiang family?â
For a long time, she did not hear the manâs answer.
Sheng Anâning furrowed her brows. Just as she was hesitating, she suddenly heard the manâs hoarse laughter.
The laughter was a little strange, but it made her feel uncomfortable.
âMiss Sheng, youâre smarter than I thought. Unfortunately, youâre still wrong.â
Sheng Anâningâs beautiful eyes froze when she heard Mr. Chenâs words.
Did Mr. Chen deny it?
Sheng Anâning pursed her lips, and the conflicted feelings in her heart receded a little. If Mr. Chen really had a grudge against the Jiang family, then she would hesitate to cooperate with him.
It was not because the Jiang family was very kind to her, but to Sheng Anâning, the Jiang family was like an umbrella and the foundation for her to gain the envy of everyone.
However, before Sheng Anâning could heave a sigh of relief, a low and hoarse male voice came from the front again.
âMiss Sheng, I believe that with your ability, it wonât be difficult for you to find out the process and personnel arrangements for the birthday banquet. As long as you send me this information, I will also give you the answer you want.â
Hearing this, Sheng Anâningâs heart started beating wildly.
What was this man trying to do?
Who would want to know about grandfather Jiangâs birthday banquet arrangements?
Sheng Anâning had a vague feeling that Mr. Chen wanted to know about these things with malicious intentions.
Mr. Chen said that he had no enmity with the Jiang family, but sending her to investigate these things didnât seem like a good thing!
âWhatâs the matter, Miss Sheng, are you hesitating? This matter might be a difficult one for others, but for you, it should be a piece of cake, right?â
âItâs easy for you to exchange this information with me for the position of the second young madam of the Jiang family. Donât you know what to do in such a profitable business?â
Mr. Chenâs tone was extremely firm, as if he had expected Sheng Anâning to be reluctant to reject him.
After he finished speaking, he chuckled softly. His coarse laughter seemed to be tainted with a deadly poison, causing Sheng Anâningâs heart to tighten.
Thatâs right, she lived in the Jiang family. Luo Xiuxiu and the Jiang familyâs stewards were not on guard against her at all. If she really wanted to know something, it would not be difficult.
Sheng Anâning gritted her teeth and stared at Mr. Chen.
âMr. Chen, when will you give me the answer I want after I give you this information?â
âOn the day of the birthday banquet, how about it?â