My Ares Son-in-Law

This discovery was like a bombshell, exploding in Zhou Keying's heart and making her heart race inexplicably, as if a little rabbit was thrashing wildly in her chest.

The way she looked at Xiao Chen's back also underwent a subtle change.

There was an indescribable curiosity in her gaze, like an archaeologist excavating a mysterious ancient tomb, trying to uncover the secrets hidden deep in history; and a trace of trust that she herself was unaware of, like a ship adrift on a vast ocean finally finding a lighthouse to rely on.

On the other side, at the edge of the bustling scene, the taciturn old snake stood quietly in the corner like a forgotten shadow.

He was thin, with a slightly hunched back, as if he had borne the weight of too many years of vicissitudes and burdens.

Those eyes, which were originally slightly cloudy and seemed to have seen through the ways of the world and were no longer disturbed by any disturbances, were now like a boulder thrown into a calm lake, revealing an extremely rare solemnity and seriousness.

His brows furrowed slightly, like two locked mountain peaks, and the wrinkles on his face seemed to deepen at this moment, like deep ravines etched by time, each one concealing his thoughts and shock.

The last vestige of doubt he had harbored vanished completely at that moment, like the last wisp of moisture remaining in the morning mist.

Previously, he had only mechanically obeyed Di Tianyan's absolute orders, like a puppet with a pre-programmed routine, and thus maintained a superficial respect for Xiao Chen.

Every time he faced Xiao Chen, his heart was filled with a tangled mess. He could never understand why Di Tianyan was so cautious towards such a young man, even going so far as to kneel and address him as "Alliance Leader".

In his worldly understanding, which has been through countless trials and tribulations, age and seniority often represent strength and status. How could such a young man inspire such awe in a great figure like Di Tianyan?

He often sat alone in a dimly lit room late at night, pondering this question repeatedly.

His eyes revealed confusion and bewilderment, like a traveler lost in the dark, unable to find the way out.

However, what was happening before his eyes at that moment was like a dazzling light, instantly illuminating the dark corner of his heart.

Now it seems that Di Tianyan's reverence was not unfounded; it was like a solid mountain with its firm foundation and reasons.

The young man before us possessed an astonishing level of power and connections.

He was like a rising star, shining brightly in the western region's sky.

He didn't rely on Di Tianyan's influence at all. Relying solely on himself, like a lone knight-errant venturing into the world, he carved out his own niche in the challenging yet opportune western region with his wisdom and courage.

He could make the head of the Wang family, a powerful and deeply rooted family in the western region, so wary, just like a strong wind that could make even a giant tree bow its head; he could make the head of the Wang family grateful, just like a timely rain that nourished the parched land.

Based on these two relationships alone, from now on, Xiao Chen will have an incredibly strong protective shield in this western region.

Anyone who dares to be so foolish as to touch a hair on the head of the Xunjiang Group is just asking for trouble.

Those with ill intentions would probably have to carefully consider their own worth when facing Xiao Chen, and wouldn't dare to act rashly.

Thinking of this, the old snake felt even more awe for Xiao Chen, and his eyes became even more determined.

As for the two leaders of the ancient city, number one and number two, who had originally only intended to make a perfunctory appearance and curry favor with Di Tianyan's forces, they were now sitting at the edge of the meeting hall. Their relaxed expressions had vanished, replaced by expressions of utter astonishment. Like two cheetahs suddenly awakened, their languid postures instantly tensed, and they exchanged a look of utter shock.

These two leaders had been navigating the officialdom for many years, and their sense of smell was far more acute than that of ordinary people. Like well-trained hunting dogs, they could accurately detect every subtle change in the air.

At that moment, they immediately gleaned a deeper and more astonishing information from Wang Kun's respectful yet somewhat awe-inspiring attitude and words.

That information was like a bomb hidden in the darkness; once detonated, it would cause a huge upheaval.

Wang Kun, the patriarch of the Wang family in the west, was a powerful and renowned figure on the border. He was usually very arrogant and had never been so humble to anyone.

But now, facing this young Xiao Chen, he behaves so humbly, even with a hint of ingratiation.

The meaning behind this is like a profound book, with every page filled with content worthy of their in-depth exploration.

As if by magic, both of them imprinted Xiao Chen's young yet unusually composed appearance into their minds.

Xiao Chen stood there, his posture as upright as a pine tree, his eyes deep and calm, as if they held endless wisdom and power.

That young face showed no trace of impetuosity or immaturity, but rather a maturity and composure beyond its years.

At the same time, their brains, like high-speed computers, began to operate at breakneck speed.

They knew in their hearts that the current situation had undergone tremendous changes, and the policy direction previously formulated would probably have to be readjusted.

They began to consider how to adjust the policy direction after returning, so as to subtly and discreetly allocate resources and provide convenience to Xunjiang Group without appearing too deliberate.

They imagined that if they could establish a good cooperative relationship with Xunjiang Group, it might bring new development opportunities to the ancient city, like lighting a lamp in the darkness.

But at the same time, they were also well aware of the risks involved.

This young man, with his unfathomable background and immense power, is like a double-edged sword, capable of bringing both opportunities and potentially triggering enormous crises.

What they seek now is no longer the impressive benefits that Xunjiang Group can bring them.

They just hoped that the young man wouldn't cause any too much trouble or feel any displeasure on the ancient city's grounds.

Otherwise, these two leaders would probably be unable to eat or sleep in peace.

Just thinking about the possible consequences sent chills down their spines, and their hearts pounded as if they were about to leap out of their throats.

They seemed to foresee that if they offended this young man, the ancient city would descend into chaos, beset by a series of troubles and crises, and they would become sinners in history. (End of Chapter)