My Ares Son-in-Law

"Help me investigate who is willing and able to take over the Amei Group's business. Remember, you must be very selective in your selection of candidates. Don't look for people with bad character or bad intentions. I don't like dealing with such people, and I don't want them to become partners of the God of War Alliance."

Xiao Chen's words reveal his adherence to principles and his expectations for the future. He knows that in this struggle, every detail is crucial and there is no room for carelessness or negligence.

"That might be a little difficult, Commander Xiao. In the entire Haidong, the Amei Group is a first-class terrifying existence. Their power is intertwined and deeply rooted. There are indeed few who dare to provoke them."

Zhang San's voice on the phone revealed an embarrassment that was hard to conceal, as if he was reminding Xiao Chen that the difficulty and complexity of this struggle far exceeded the imagination of ordinary people.

Xiao Chen smiled lightly, his voice full of calmness and confidence: "Just do your best, I won't force it. I believe that there are always people in this world who can see the situation clearly and seize this opportunity. After all, the collapse of Aramco is a once-in-a-lifetime turning point for many people."

Hearing this, Zhang San's tone became more determined: "Okay, Commander Xiao, I'll do it right away. Just wait for my good news." After that, he hung up the phone without hesitation, as if he was proving his determination and efficiency with his actions.

Xiao Chen also put away his phone and continued walking lightly. He walked slowly along the way, enjoying the night breeze and the light and shadows under the street lights.

When he arrived at the hotel, more than an hour had passed. During this time, he seemed to have left all his worries and stress behind, leaving only inner peace and determination.

As soon as he entered the hotel lobby, a burst of hurried footsteps attracted his attention. The lobby manager ran over in a hurry, with a look of respect and eagerness on his face: "Mr. Xiao, someone is looking for you!"

Xiao Chen was stunned when he heard this. He had not been in Dongcheng for a long time and had only a handful of friends. The person who could accurately find this hotel was definitely not an ordinary person. He could not help but feel a little puzzled and curious.

"Who's looking for me?" Xiao Chen's voice was filled with inquiry and caution. His eyes scanned the lobby manager sharply, trying to catch a clue from the expression on his face.

The lobby manager had a meaningful smile on his face, which was mixed with a bit of envy and jealousy: "I say she is your girlfriend, you really are... Haha, you have such a good body!"

There was a hint of teasing and mockery in his words, and he was obviously surprised and envious of Xiao Chen's "romantic luck".

Xiao Chen frowned slightly when he heard this.

He knew that his private life was not complicated. It was a well-known fact that he lived in the same hotel with Sophie, and Lin Miaomiao's visit did not cause much waves. However, at this moment, a woman who claimed to be his "girlfriend" appeared, which made him feel a little puzzled.

"Where is she?" Xiao Chen's tone was filled with helplessness and confusion, and he felt an inexplicable irritation in his heart. Who was ruining his reputation in broad daylight? He, Xiao Chen, was famous for his loyalty, and this sudden "girlfriend" incident was undoubtedly a damage to his reputation.

Upon seeing this, the lobby manager quickly pointed to the rest area not far away and said, "He's waiting over there. It looks like he's been waiting for a while. Mr. Xiao, your charm is really unmatched. Each of you is a beauty. No wonder I'm jealous." There was a hint of sarcasm and self-mockery in his words. It was obvious that he felt both amused and helpless about Xiao Chen's "romantic calamity."

Xiao Chen shook his head helplessly, thinking about the purpose of this mysterious woman's visit. He took a step and walked towards the rest area, ready to personally uncover the truth of this "misunderstanding".

The lobby manager bowed slightly and led Xiao Chen into the hotel's VIP room in a respectful and polite manner. The door was gently pushed open, and a faint tea fragrance and soft lights intertwined, creating a warm and elegant atmosphere.

In the VIP room, a woman dressed luxuriously and elegantly was sitting on the sofa. Her figure looked particularly noble under the light.

Her clothes were carefully selected, and every detail revealed her extraordinary taste and status. Even her exquisite makeup exuded an indescribable luxury, as if she was an aristocratic woman walking out of a painting from an old era.

"She?" Xiao Chen's eyes instantly locked on the woman, and a feeling of surprise and confusion surged in his heart.

His memory quickly went back, and finally, the woman he had unexpectedly met in the dance hall and whom he had rescued, Jiang Yixue, appeared clearly in his mind. How could she be here? And was she waiting for him so formally?
Jiang Yixiu seemed to sense Xiao Chen's arrival. She suddenly stood up from the sofa, and her bright eyes instantly locked onto Xiao Chen. The expression in her eyes was complex and difficult to discern.

There was gratitude, which came from Xiao Chen's heroic rescue in the dance hall; there was shyness, perhaps because in this private space, she felt a subtle emotional connection between her and Xiao Chen; but there was more anger and resentment. This complex emotion seemed to hide an unknown past or misunderstanding.

"Okay, it's you who took advantage of my lady!" The short-haired woman standing next to Jiang Yixiu had a tall figure and was about 1.8 meters tall, making her particularly eye-catching in this space.

She had a pretty face and a heroic look between her brows, but what was most difficult to ignore was the majestic aura around her. That was a symbol of strength, indicating that she was no ordinary person.

Seeing this, Jiang Yixiu quickly reached out to stop her, her tone filled with urgency and pleading: "Sister Ling, don't! Things are not what you think." There was a pleading gleam in her eyes, obviously pleading for Xiao Chen, not wanting the misunderstanding to escalate further.

Immediately, Jiang Yixue turned around and looked at Xiao Chen with gentle but firm eyes. Her voice was gentle but with a force that could not be ignored: "Mr. Xiao, I asked you to come here because I want to discuss something with you in detail. Would you be so kind as to have a meal together?"

There was a hint of anticipation and sincerity in her tone, as if this meeting was of vital importance to her.

Xiao Chen's expression remained calm when he heard this. His eyes swept between Jiang Yixiu and the short-haired woman, and finally landed on Jiang Yixiu. He said lightly: "If you have something to say, just say it. I'm very busy." His voice was calm and firm, revealing an unquestionable rejection.

Hearing this, the short-haired girl, Sister Ling, angrily said, "You are such an ungrateful person! My young lady invited you to dinner, but you refused. Do you know how many people in Haidong wanted to have a cup of tea with my young lady but couldn't? Who do you think you are?" (End of this chapter)