My Ares Son-in-Law

Hearing the jeers of the crowd and Li Xiao's provocation, Xiao Chen smiled instead, a faint smile curving his lips. There was no anger in that smile, only a calm indifference that seemed to have seen through everything, and a hint of playfulness that was hard to detect.

He looked up at Li Xiao, his tone calm yet carrying an undeniable force: "Li Xiao, a competition is fine, but just talking about it isn't enough. We need to add some stakes, otherwise winning won't be very meaningful, don't you think?"

"Great!" Li Xiao was worried that Xiao Chen wouldn't respond, but when he heard that Xiao Chen wanted to add a wager, his eyes lit up instantly, and he was secretly delighted... This kid is indeed young and impetuous, he actually dares to bet with me, he's practically asking for death!

He immediately blurted out, "Since you want to add a wager, then I'll grant your wish! How about this, whoever loses has to kneel down and kowtow three times to the other. How about that? Exciting enough?"

Xiao Chen shook his head slightly, his tone carrying a hint of disdain: "How old are you? Still playing these childish tricks. It's pointless. Let's try something else."

Just then, a series of hurried footsteps came, and Zhang Ziren, dressed in a well-fitting Tang suit, carrying a large plate of firecrackers, ran quickly out of the shop with a joyful smile on his face.

He spotted Xiao Chen standing in the crowd at a glance, his eyes lit up, and he quickly went to greet him, saying enthusiastically, "Xiao Chen, I've been waiting for you! Welcome, welcome, a warm welcome to your arrival!"

Xiao Chen nodded slightly, a gentle smile on his face, and said politely, "Congratulations on the opening of Mr. Zhang's new store! May your business prosper and your wealth increase!"

Zhang Ziren grinned from ear to ear and quickly said, "Thanks, brother! I appreciate your kind words! Come on in, everything's ready inside, we're just waiting for you old classmates!"

Seeing this, Li Xiao quickly stepped forward, grabbed Xiao Chen, and asked urgently, "Xiao Chen, don't interrupt! Tell me, what kind of prize is appropriate? If you don't dare to say, I'll decide for you—three kowtows!"

Seeing this, Zhang Ziren looked puzzled and quickly asked, "Hey, Xiao Ge, Xiao Chen, what's going on with you two? Why are you making such a racket? Today is the opening of my new store, don't let this cause any unpleasantness!"

Xiao Chen smiled slightly, not answering Zhang Ziren's question, but instead looking at the string of firecrackers in Zhang Ziren's arms. He asked in a calm tone, "Zhang Ziren, how many shots are in this string of firecrackers? It looks quite impressive."

Zhang Ziren quickly waved the firecrackers in his arms and said with a smile, "Fifty thousand shots! I specially picked this set of firecrackers, it cost me more than eight hundred yuan, just for good luck and to make the opening more lively!"

Xiao Chen nodded slightly, withdrew his gaze, and looked at Li Xiao again. His tone remained calm, yet it carried a certainty that sent a chill down one's spine.

"The cannon is pretty good, but its power is a bit weak. Oh well, let's not dwell on that. How about this: we'll make a bet. Whoever loses has to smash their own car. How about it? Anyone want to take it?"

Upon hearing this, Li Xiao was stunned for a moment, then overjoyed and almost burst out laughing.

He stared intently at Xiao Chen, as if looking at a madman… His Audi A8 had a 3.0T V6 engine, powerful and extremely fast;

Xiao Chen's beat-up domestic car was just a new energy vehicle. Even if it got off to a faster start, its subsequent power couldn't keep up at all. Even if he floored the accelerator, he would never be able to beat me!

This kid actually dared to play such a big game with me!

Smash his car? That's practically suicide! If he loses, let's see how he'll bear to smash his own car worth over 500,000 yuan!

At that time, not only will he be made a complete fool of himself, but he will also be able to show off his skills in front of Zhou Keying, letting Zhou Keying see the true colors of this good-for-nothing. Maybe then, Zhou Keying will change her mind and take a second look at him!
Thinking of this, a smug grin appeared on Li Xiao's face, and he said arrogantly, "Fine! I accept! Xiao Chen, you said it yourself, so if you lose, don't go back on your word, and don't expect anyone to help you!"

Smash your own car? This is not only painful to the touch, but also heartbreaking... That's real money, and it's exhausting and embarrassing to smash. Xiao Chen's suggestion is absolutely ruthless!

But Li Xiao didn't find it inappropriate at all; on the contrary, she was secretly overjoyed...

Isn't this just Xiao Chen jumping into a fire pit himself?
It's practically handing it over to him so he can kick it while it's down. He can vent his anger and get his revenge in front of Zhou Keying. Why not?
Without a second thought, Li Xiao nodded vigorously, then shouted at the top of his lungs to the people around him:

"Listen up, everyone! I'm making a bet with Xiao Chen to see who can drive faster. The loser has to smash their own car! I mean it, no backing out!"

Not content with just shouting, he added fiercely, his tone filled with the resolute determination of a gambler: "Anyone who dares to renege on their promise, may their entire family be run over by a car! I, Li Xiao, mean what I say!"

The boys who had been egging him on immediately erupted in cheers, clapping and shouting, "Great! Brother Xiao is awesome! He keeps his word!" "Xiao Chen, don't chicken out, or you'll have to smash the car!"

What's even more exciting is that the students who were chatting in the living room upstairs couldn't contain their curiosity when they heard about the exciting car racing, gambling, and car smashing downstairs, and they all rushed down.

Twenty or thirty people crowded into the open space in front of Renhetang, three or four layers deep, chattering and discussing, all waiting to see a good show, their eyes full of anticipation and mockery.

Almost everyone was secretly cursing Xiao Chen for being stupid...did he lose his mind?
How dare an ordinary domestically produced new energy vehicle challenge Li Xiao's Audi A8?

This road is straight and wide, stretching as far as the eye can see, with no obstacles in sight. Who runs the fastest has absolutely nothing to do with skill; it's all about the car's performance!

Let alone Xiao Chen driving that domestic car, even if you invited a top F1 driver to drive that beat-up domestic car, there's absolutely no way he could outrun Li Xiao's 3.0T Audi A8!
Well, Xiao Chen's domestically produced new energy vehicle, worth over 500,000 yuan, is probably going to be completely destroyed here today!
Everyone was certain that Xiao Chen would lose, and they were just waiting to see him smash the car and make a fool of himself.

Zhou Keying was extremely anxious. She gripped Xiao Chen's arm tightly with both hands, her voice filled with worry and concern as she whispered, "Xiao Chen, don't fall for his provocation! He's doing it on purpose to embarrass you. It's not worth it to compete with him!"

Xiao Chen gently patted her hand, his eyes tender yet resolute, a faint smile playing on his lips, and said in a relaxed tone, "Don't worry, trust me, when have I ever lost?"

Li Xiao, listening from the side, burst into laughter, laughing so hard he almost fell over, his tone full of sarcasm:

"Well done, Xiao Chen. I can't say anything else, but I really admire your audacity in bragging! Haha, enough talk, get in the car. Don't try to cheat later if you lose!" (End of Chapter)