My Ares Son-in-Law

The martial arts background implied by that SUV is not to be underestimated.

The Martial Arts Army is a powerful and prestigious force. Their involvement undoubtedly adds many variables to what was originally a seemingly ordinary business activity.

And then there's the black Hongqi car with the special license plate, which represents the support of the City Lord's Mansion. The City Lord's Mansion has supreme power in the ancient city, and its support is like a protective umbrella, shielding the Xunjiang Group from wind and rain.

This small Xunjiang Group, and Xiao Chen, who was originally unknown, seemed to have a deeper backstory than she had imagined. Like a seemingly calm lake, it was actually turbulent with undercurrents, hiding countless unknown secrets and powers.

"Has everything been investigated?"

Zhou Fenfang remained standing quietly in place, her posture as upright as a pine tree, without turning around.

Her voice was flat and even, without any inflection, yet every word seemed to carry immense power and unquestionable authority, as if her words were an inviolable imperial edict.

She asked a man in a gray Zhongshan suit who was standing beside her with his hands at his sides. The man had a capable face and his eyes revealed a calm and sharpness that came from having experienced the world.

Upon hearing the question, the middle-aged man immediately bowed slightly, his posture like that of a tree that bends slightly in a strong wind but remains resilient, showing his respect for Zhou Fenfang.

His speech was steady and clear, like a gently flowing stream, each word conveying the message accurately: "Boss, it's basically clear now."

"Currently, there are three main forces present to support Xunjiang Group."

One of them is Liu Jianming, the founder of the "Jianming Group".

This person's background is as complicated as a tangled mess. It is said that he had some unclear experiences overseas in his early years. Those experiences are like a mystery hidden in the dark, making them unfathomable.

After returning to China, he rose to prominence rapidly, like a rocket, and began to make a name for himself in the business world.

Rumors circulated that he had a close relationship with "Mr. Rong," a business tycoon who dominated the southeastern coastal business world. "Mr. Rong" was a powerful figure in the southeastern coastal business community. If Liu Jianming was indeed connected with him, then the power behind him should not be underestimated.

Secondly, the city lord and the president of the chamber of commerce from the ancient city came together today to express their support on behalf of the city lord's mansion.

The City Lord's Mansion holds supreme power in the ancient city, like a majestic mountain, controlling everything within it.

Their support will undoubtedly be a huge boost to Xunjiang Group.

Thirdly, there's that one," he gestured towards the SUV, which resembled a lurking beast exuding a dangerous aura, "the staff officer from the Western Martial Arts Army."

The Martial Arts Army holds a special position and possesses formidable strength in the western region; every move they make can influence the course of events.

Whether their visit today was purely a personal act, solely due to their personal relationship with Xunjiang Group or Xiao Chen, or whether they represented the intentions of "Mr. Rong" behind Liu Jianming or the martial arts army boss behind that staff officer, remains uncertain.

The relationships behind this are intricate and complex, like an invisible net, making it difficult to see the whole picture.

Zhou Fenfang stood quietly, like a cold and aloof statue, listening attentively to the middle-aged man's report.

Her gaze remained fixed on the bustling scene at the entrance of Xunjiang Group, where crowds thronged and colorful flags fluttered, as if it were a grand celebration.

However, a cold smile crept across her lips, a smile like cracks in the ice of a winter lake, chilling and mocking, as if laughing at the seemingly lively yet fraught situation before her. "Mr. Rong and the Commander of the Martial Arts Army..." she repeated softly the two resounding names, her voice as gentle as a spring breeze, yet carrying a barely perceptible hint of apprehension.

That fear is like an undercurrent hidden beneath the calm surface of a lake; though it may not be out in the open, it contains immense power.

After all, Mr. Rong was a powerful and influential figure in the business world of the southeast coast, with deep-rooted and far-reaching influence; the commander of the Martial Arts Army controlled an elite force in the western region, wielding great power and having absolute authority.

Both of them are legendary figures who stand at the pinnacle of power, and every decision they make could trigger a huge storm.

But then her tone turned to certainty, her voice as firm as a rock, leaving no room for doubt.

"Who are those two? They have very high standards."

"How could their reach extend to such a small place as an ancient city to pay attention to an unknown young man and his fledgling business?"

Xiao Chen and Liu Jianming probably won't even get to see those two.

In their eyes, the ancient city is nothing more than a small dot on a map, and emerging companies like Xunjiang Group are like a drop in the ocean, not even worth their attention.

"For Old Snake and that advisor to personally come and show their support, this Xunjiang Group, or rather, this Xiao Chen, does indeed have some secrets we don't know about. I underestimated him before..." A hint of self-reproach flashed in her eyes, as if she was regretting her oversight.

Her gaze gradually sharpened, like a quenched steel needle, gleaming with a cold light, as if she wanted to see through everything in front of her.

"However, anyone who dares to disregard the Zhou family's wishes and act out in this ancient city will have to pay a price."

The Zhou family has been operating in the ancient city for many years, and like a towering tree, their roots are deep and their authority is inviolable.

Anyone who dares to challenge the Zhou family's authority must bear the corresponding consequences.

"Old Snake and that staff officer have special identities, so it's inconvenient for me to make direct moves against them."

The forces they represent are complex and intertwined; a slight misstep could trigger a series of unpredictable troubles.

"But those two from the City Lord's Mansion..." she sneered, her voice like a sharp blade in the cold wind, icy and piercing, "...they're not young anymore, and they've been in their positions for quite some time. It's time for them to step down and make way for the younger generation."

They have long occupied important positions in the City Lord's Mansion, yet they have failed to fully comply with the Zhou family's wishes; now they must pay the price for their stubbornness.

"Go back and make arrangements to 'communicate' with the relevant departments in the province." She turned her head slightly, her gaze sharp as she looked at the middle-aged man beside her, her eyes filled with a commanding tone.

The middle-aged man immediately bowed slightly and nodded in agreement, as if he had already understood the deeper meaning behind her words.

A storm targeting the city lord's mansion is about to quietly unfold on the political stage of the ancient city.

"Yes, boss. I understand what to do." The man in the Zhongshan suit understood immediately, lowered his head slightly, and replied in a low voice with an undeniable certainty.

Having followed Zhou Fenfang for many years, he knew the deeper meaning behind every glance and every word she spoke, and thus naturally understood how to arrange the follow-up matters. (End of Chapter)