My Ares Son-in-Law

“Hmm,” Zhou Fenfang nodded slightly, her movements elegant and composed, as if she had dealt with a trivial matter, her eyes calm and undisturbed.

Then, she changed the subject and asked, "Did you bring what I asked you to prepare?"

Her voice remained calm, yet carried an undeniable air of authority.

"It's all ready, it's in the car," the man replied quickly, a hint of caution in his eyes, as if afraid of making the slightest mistake.

He knew that the things his boss assigned him could never be done carelessly, and any small mistake could lead to unpredictable consequences.

A mysterious smile flashed across Zhou Fenfang's face, a smile as enigmatic as a mountain peak hidden behind clouds.

She gently raised her hand and adjusted the soft and luxurious shawl she wore, a movement that exuded elegance and composure.

Finally, she took her first steps, her strides steady and powerful, each one seemingly resonating with the hearts of everyone present.

"Take it with you."

"It's so lively here today. Since we're here, we should add to the festivities for Xunjiang Group and have a proper celebration." Her words carried a hint of mockery, yet also seemed to conceal some deeper meaning, making people wonder what she would do next.

Inside the gate of Xunjiang Group, Zhou Keying was wearing an elegantly tailored Chanel suit. The suit's lines were smooth and exquisite, perfectly outlining her graceful figure.

She stood quietly a little behind Xiao Chen, her eyes revealing a complex emotion.

Her emotions were like the sea in a storm, rising and falling violently with each wave of unexpected guests.

Initially, when Lao She from Dingsheng Capital appeared in everyone's sight, she couldn't help but widen her eyes, her face full of surprise.

Old Snake is a big name in the business world, and his presence undoubtedly added a lot of weight to the event.

She secretly wondered what was so special about the Xunjiang Group that could attract Old Snake to come in person.

Then, the arrival of two local leaders surprised her even more.

These two leaders hold a pivotal position in the ancient city, and their arrival signifies that Xunjiang Group has received official recognition.

Zhou Keying felt a little uneasy. She began to realize that this once little-known small business might really have unknown potential.

When the staff officer strode confidently through the door, Zhou Keying was utterly shocked.

The staff officer represents the Western Martial Arts Army, a powerful and prestigious force.

His appearance undoubtedly brought the event to a new climax.

Looking at the surprised expressions on the faces of the people around her, Zhou Keying felt a mix of emotions.

Her clear, bright eyes, like twinkling stars in the night sky, would occasionally glance at Xiao Chen, who stood calmly beside her.

The probing look in her eyes was like fine needles, trying to pierce through Xiao Chen's seemingly calm exterior and find the secrets deep within his heart; the incredulous expression was like a thin mist, shrouding her eyes and filling her with confusion about everything that was happening before her eyes.

This man was like a bottomless mystery. Every time she thought she was about to unveil a corner of his enigmatic veil, more unknown mysteries would emerge. She originally thought that being able to persuade the old snake was perhaps the limit of what he could do.

Old Snake has been a prominent figure in the business world for many years, with a deep foundation and extensive network of connections. It would undoubtedly take a huge amount of effort and resources to invite him.

She guessed that this might be one of his hidden trump cards, a killer move he had carefully prepared for this event.

However, the influx of officials and martial arts figures that followed completely overturned her understanding.

Those figures who held pivotal positions in the western region appeared like lightning flashing across the sky, dazzling and awe-inspiring.

She couldn't understand how Xiao Chen had built such a complex and incredibly powerful network of connections in such a short time.

He was like a magical magician who summoned a group of powerful allies without anyone noticing.

Despite being filled with doubts that seemed to crawl like ants on her mind, making her restless, the scene before her, far exceeding her expectations, brought her an indescribable surprise.

The surprise was like a blooming flower, bursting forth with vibrant colors in her heart; at the same time, it brought a faint but real glimmer of hope.

This hope, like a ray of dawn in the darkness, allowed her to see the potentially bright future of Xunjiang Group.

However, at that moment, Zhou Keying caught a glimpse of that familiar yet oppressive figure out of the corner of her eye.

That figure was like a dark cloud, instantly enveloping her heart.

Her face suddenly changed, as if a cold wind had blown through it; the color quickly faded from her cheeks, leaving them somewhat pale.

She saw her aunt, Zhou Fenfang, walking calmly through the crowd towards her.

Zhou Fenfang's every step seemed to carry an invisible pressure, making the surrounding air heavy.

What made her heart sink even more, and she could hardly breathe, was that the attendant behind her aunt, dressed in a Zhongshan suit, was holding an object covered with red silk!
The bright red silk was dazzling, like a burning flame, yet it filled Zhou Keying with a strange sense of fear.

She didn't know what was hidden under the red silk, but she could sense that it was something extraordinary that might bring even greater turbulence to this already unpredictable event.

Her heart pounded faster than it could have, as if it were about to burst out of her chest, and her hands clenched involuntarily, her nails digging deep into her palms.

Although the object was shrouded in red silk and its exact appearance could not be seen, the vaguely outlined shape resembled a beast but was not quite a beast, exuding an indescribable strangeness.

Looking at her aunt's seemingly gentle yet sharp expression, with a slight upturn at the corners of her mouth and eyes like cold, sharp blades piercing straight at her, Zhou Keying felt an extremely ominous premonition rising in her heart.

She knew her aunt too well. Her aunt, Zhou Fenfang, was always decisive and ruthless, and every step she took was full of hidden meaning. This was definitely not a kind congratulatory gift; it must be hiding some unspeakable conspiracy, aimed at Xunjiang Group and Xiao Chen.

When the attendant stopped not far from the door and slowly lifted the bright red silk to reveal the item, Zhou Keying felt a chill rush from the soles of her feet to the top of her head, as if a bucket of ice water had been poured over her head. Her whole body trembled uncontrollably, and her teeth chattered involuntarily, making a soft "clucking" sound.

It was actually a white jade carving... a Pixiu!
However, this Pixiu is completely different from the usual auspicious beasts that symbolize wealth and prosperity! (End of Chapter)