My Ares Son-in-Law

Moreover, this scene completely overturned Chen Ziyan's understanding of the world!

In her mind, Xiao Chen was a pushover who could be bullied and trampled on at will, and she could use her family's power to manipulate him at will.

But now, Zhou Keying's appearance makes her realize that Xiao Chen may have support behind him that she can't even imagine.

Even her newly ignited idea of ​​using her family's power to take revenge on Xiao Chen was completely extinguished by this sudden dose of cold water, leaving her with only endless fear and confusion.

She began to feel fear, fearing that her act of revenge would provoke retaliation from the Zhou family. In that case, not only would she suffer misfortune, but the entire Chen family might also be plunged into an abyss of destruction.

Zhou Keying's attitude largely represents the attitude of the Zhou family.

The Chen family could probably rule the ancient city like kings, relying on their family's power and connections to act with impunity, and no one dared to provoke them.

But compared to the Zhou family, a top-tier wealthy family in the western region, they weren't even as strong as a ant.

For the Zhou family to deal with the Chen family would be as easy as crushing an ant.

If Zhou Keying so desired, or even with just a word, the Chen family could face annihilation and disappear from the business world without a trace.

"Xiao Chen... Zhou Keying..."

Chen Ziyan watched the two figures walk away hand in hand, her eyes filled with resentment and unwillingness.

Her teeth were clenched so tightly they were grinding together, as if she were venting all her anger.

Her nails dug deep into her palms, almost drawing blood, but the excruciating pain was nothing compared to the humiliation and frustration she felt.

The immense humiliation and frustration gnawed at her heart like venomous snakes, causing her unbearable pain.

She couldn't understand why a man like Xiao Chen would win Zhou Keying's favor, and why fate was so unfair, causing all her carefully planned schemes to vanish.

She felt a surge of fear in her chest, like a raging tide, threatening to overwhelm her completely.

But her inherent stubbornness and unwillingness to give up made her persevere and forcefully suppress the fear in her heart.

Her face flushed red, veins bulged on her neck, and with all her might, she screamed at Xiao Chen's receding figure.

The sound was sharp and piercing, as if trying to tear through the silent air, attempting to salvage the last shred of pitiful dignity:

"Hmph! Is Zhou Keying the reason you can act so recklessly?!"

"Xiao Chen! You're nothing but a complete coward, a piece of trash who only knows how to hide behind women!"

"A spineless coward who lives off women!"

"A person like you only makes me, Chen Ziyan, despise you even more!"

"You'll always be a pathetic wretch who relies on women; you'll never be able to hold your head high in this lifetime!"

Her voice echoed wildly in the empty parking lot, every word filled with resentment and bitterness, as if she wanted to vent all her hatred for Xiao Chen through this hoarse roar.

The sound kept colliding and bouncing in the silent space, sounding particularly abrupt and jarring.

The occasional passing vehicles and pedestrians were drawn by the sudden shout and cast surprised glances at it.

However, both Xiao Chen and Zhou Keying seemed to be in another world, completely ignoring her shouts. They walked steadily forward without pausing for a moment.

Chen Ziyan's insults, behind them, were like a weak breeze, gently brushing past without leaving any trace, appearing so pale, powerless, and laughable.

It was as if all her anger and resentment had become a ridiculous farce in the face of Xiao Chen and Zhou Keying's composure.

After the two walked away and their figures gradually disappeared into the traffic, Zhou Keying suddenly realized what had happened, as if she had been electrocuted.

She quickly released her grip on Xiao Chen's arm, her movement so swift that it was as if Xiao Chen's arm were a red-hot iron, burning her so intensely that she couldn't wait to shake it off.

The feigned tenderness and intimacy on her face vanished instantly, like the darkness left after a brilliant firework display ended, returning to its usual coldness.

Two faint, barely perceptible blushes quietly rose on her fair, jade-like cheeks, like a shy sunset on the horizon, adding a unique charm to her cool demeanor.

She lowered her head slightly, reached out and tucked a strand of hair that had been ruffled by the wind behind her ear, her movement carrying a hint of barely perceptible panic.

The panic was like a startled fawn, quietly pounding in her heart, making her heart beat faster involuntarily.

Then, she raised her clear eyes to look at Xiao Chen, a hint of mischief and cunning flashing in her eyes. A slightly sly smile appeared on her lips, like the first melting of snow, instantly warming the surrounding air.

That smile seemed to hold countless little secrets, making people want to find out more.

"Dr. Xiao,"

Zhou Keying cleared her throat lightly, her voice instantly regaining its usual crispness, like a mountain spring, with a hint of playful teasing.

"Look, when I was down on my luck, you took me in out of kindness. That's definitely a big favor you did for me."

"Just now, that crazy woman came to cause you trouble in a very aggressive manner, but I quickly came to your rescue and dealt with her in just a few words."

"And... cough..."

She paused slightly, seemingly finding it difficult to speak, and a faint blush crept onto her cheeks.

"And, in my haste, I called you... that name."

"So, now we're even."

After speaking, she paused for a moment, her eyes flickering involuntarily, as if recalling her bold actions just now, feeling a little scared and embarrassed.

But soon, she tried to appear relaxed, a slight smile playing on her lips, and joked:
"However, speaking of which, that woman named Chen Ziyan, although she seems a bit slow-witted and a bit crazy, if you look closely, she's... well, she's actually quite pretty."

"Dr. Xiao, I'm really curious, could she be your ex-girlfriend?"

"Or perhaps, it's a romantic entanglement you had back when you were studying at medical school?"

"I have to have a serious talk with you. I, Zhou Keying, have always been well-behaved in my life, and I have never had such an 'intimate' interaction with any man before."

"Just now, I was holding your arm and calling you 'husband.' This is the first time in my life that I've ever done this."

"So, Mr. Xiao, you've spent so little money to keep a 'value-for-money' private caregiver like me. Don't you feel like you've hit the jackpot?"

Sitting in the driver's seat, Xiao Chen quietly watched Zhou Keying try to remain calm, but couldn't hide the adorable sight of her ears turning bright red. A slight smile crept onto his lips, his eyes filled with amusement, and he couldn't help but chuckle. (End of Chapter)