My Ares Son-in-Law

The strange feeling in Zhou Keying's heart grew stronger and stronger, as if a fog was shrouding her mind, making it impossible for her to see through it.

Xiao Chen seemed strange in every way ever since the auction ended.

At the auction, he was initially calm and confident, able to make accurate judgments on each item.

But when a mysterious jade pendant appeared, his gaze suddenly became complicated. He stared intently at the pendant, as if it had cast a spell on him.

After the auction, he remained depressed and his behavior became somewhat strange.

Xiao Chen smiled, a somewhat forced smile, and said in a relaxed tone:
"I'm going to the bathroom."

Zhou Keying was speechless. Three black lines seemed to appear on her forehead, and her lips twitched slightly.

What's wrong with this guy today?

How many times have I gone to the toilet?
I didn't see him drink much water at all!
She sighed helplessly, watching Xiao Chen's departing figure, her heart filled with doubt and worry.

"Okay, okay, I'll order your coffee first, then come back quickly."

Zhou Keying sighed helplessly, her sigh filled with confusion and worry about Xiao Chen's inexplicable behavior. She frowned slightly, her eyes showing a hint of urgency, and whispered her instructions.

As she spoke, she began to shift her body in her seat, preparing to get up and go to the front desk to order coffee.

But before she could finish speaking, Xiao Chen had already turned and hurriedly walked towards the door.

His steps were quick and powerful, each step seemingly carrying a sense of mission, as if something terrible was chasing him from behind.

His tall, straight back looked somewhat resolute under the soft light, making Zhou Keying's heart skip a beat.

"Hey! Xiao Chen... wait a minute!"

Zhou Keying suddenly remembered something, her eyes lit up as if she had grasped a key clue, and she hurriedly shouted.

Her voice rose slightly with anxiety, and trembled slightly.
"Isn't there a restroom in this coffee shop?"

Why are you going out?

As she called out, she stood up from her seat, leaned forward slightly, and reached out to grab Xiao Chen.

However, it was too late.

The glass door creaked open and closed slowly, and Xiao Chen's figure had already disappeared into the bustling street corner outside.

Zhou Keying stood there, staring blankly at the glass door that was still swaying slightly, her eyes filled with disappointment and worry.

She didn't understand why Xiao Chen had suddenly become so mysterious. He insisted on going outside when things could have been resolved in the coffee shop.

A sense of unease welled up inside her, as if something bad was about to happen.

……

As soon as he left the coffee shop, the gentle, even slightly lazy smile on Xiao Chen's face vanished without a trace.

That smile was like a thin mask, which he tore off without hesitation, revealing the cold and serious face underneath.

His lips were pressed into a tight line, and his eyes became sharp and cold, as if they could see through any disguise.

Instead, a chilling killing intent condensed deep within his eyes, so real it sent shivers down one's spine.

His aura became as sharp as a drawn sword, and the surrounding air seemed to be shattered by his aura.

He was like a lion awakening from its slumber, exuding a chilling majesty.

His indifferent gaze, almost tangible, pierced precisely into the bustling crowd.

His gaze seemed to see through everything; no subtle movement could escape his eyes.

He spotted a few seemingly ordinary figures. They were dressed in ordinary clothes and blended into the crowd. If you didn't look closely, you wouldn't notice anything unusual about them.

But Xiao Chen keenly sensed their difference; their eyes revealed a hint of wariness and cunning, and their gait seemed somewhat deliberate. "You probably don't know my principles,"

He scoffed inwardly, a mocking smile playing on his lips, his voice so low only he could hear it.

“I will not hesitate to nip any potential threat in the bud.”

His gaze hardened, as if he were ready to face any challenge.

He pulled a pack of cigarettes from his pocket, skillfully selected one, lit it, and took a deep drag.

The smoke swirled around his mouth, making his face appear even more mysterious.

Then, he walked slowly towards the northwest.

His steps were steady and powerful, each step seemingly treading on the enemy's heart.

The number of pedestrians over there gradually decreased, and the street became somewhat deserted.

There was a quiet alleyway with several large green trash cans next to it, which was obviously a temporary garbage dump for the nearby shops.

The trash can emitted a pungent odor, and there was some sewage flowing around it, making it look somewhat dirty and messy.

But Xiao Chen seemed not to smell the scent at all; his gaze was fixed on the alley entrance, as if some great secret was hidden there.

Not far away, in the thick, inky shadows at the street corner, seemed to lurk a lurking beast, exuding an ominous aura.

"Young Master, that kid... seems to have noticed us?"

An elderly man in martial arts training clothes leaned slightly forward and spoke in a low voice.

His temples bulged high, like two small hills, demonstrating his profound inner strength.

Those eyes, sharp as an eagle's, gleamed in the dim light, fixed intently on Xiao Chen's back not far ahead.

"aware?"

Lu Haoxuan crossed his arms, a slight smile playing on his lips, and let out a cold snort, his voice filled with contempt and disdain.
"So what if you noticed?"

"Does he think he can turn the world upside down?"

"In this city, there's no one I, Lu Haoxuan, can't handle!"

He was dressed in a magnificent brocade robe and wore an exquisite top hat, exuding an air of haughty arrogance.

"Young master, what should we do about the girl he was with at the coffee shop?"

Another person peeked out from the shadows and asked cautiously.

A hint of worry was in his eyes, as if he was uneasy about the possible consequences of the upcoming operation.

A lewd glint flashed in Lu Haoxuan's eyes, a glint like a cold, sinister snake that sent chills down one's spine.

"That girl is indeed very beautiful."

"It's not too late to talk about it after we've dealt with this reckless brat and found out the secrets of the Dragon Pattern Ancient Sword and the elixir."

"We can't let such a beautiful woman go so easily."

He licked his lips, a greedy expression on his face.

Lu Haoxuan waved his hand, the movement swift and decisive, as if he were directing a great show about to unfold.

The group immediately followed silently, their footsteps as light as cats', without making a sound.

They moved like ghosts in the darkness, their eyes fixed on Xiao Chen's retreating figure. (End of Chapter)