My Ares Son-in-Law

Ji Yin smiled slightly, his expression respectful yet familiar, and said in a calm tone, "I heard that Master is hosting a banquet here, so I came here specifically to have a meal, chat with Master, and help Master deal with some unnecessary troubles."

Xiao Chen nodded slightly, a faint but gentle smile playing on his lips, and said casually, "Alright, since you're here, come in together."

Zhou Keying looked at Ji Yin with a polite smile, nodded slightly, and said softly, "Hello."

She could clearly sense that Ji Yin's aura was exceptionally special...

Calm and reserved, unassuming yet possessing an invisible aura, especially the way he looked at Xiao Chen—that deep-seated reverence was absolutely genuine, which deepened her suspicions about Xiao Chen even further.

Ji Yin also looked at her, a fleeting, almost imperceptible glint in his eyes, seemingly surprised by Zhou Keying's demeanor and aura. But it vanished in an instant, and he regained his composure, his tone remaining respectful and proper:

"Miss Zhou, I have long admired your name. I have heard that you are exceptionally talented and have secured a multi-billion dollar project at a young age. You are a rare talent in the industry. Meeting you today, I can confirm that your reputation is well-deserved. Your temperament and abilities far exceed what I have heard."

After exchanging a few pleasantries, the group walked together into the restaurant, the atmosphere fairly harmonious.

Just as I reached the entrance of the restaurant lobby, I ran into a couple who were walking out of the restaurant, chatting and laughing. The man was carrying an exquisite gift bag, and it seemed that they had just finished their meal and were about to leave.

The woman was in her early twenties, dressed in a limited-edition designer outfit, with impeccable makeup and meticulously styled hair, exuding a deliberately cultivated glamour.

However, the lingering meanness and arrogance in her eyes made it easy for anyone to see through her superficiality.

The man next to him looked to be in his forties, with an obese and bloated figure, his belly round and bulging like he was carrying a ball.

She wore a huge gold ring on her hand, which was dazzlingly reflective, and a thick gold chain around her neck, which swayed as she walked.

He exudes the vulgarity of a nouveau riche, as if he's afraid others won't know he's wealthy.

When the woman's gaze swept over the group, she immediately recognized Zhou Keying, and her eyes lit up as if she had discovered a new continent.

Immediately, a highly insincere smile appeared on his face. He strode forward, his tone exaggerated and deliberate, tinged with feigned enthusiasm:

"Oh my, isn't this Keying? It's been so long! I never expected to run into you here, what a coincidence!"

When Zhou Keying saw the person who came, the smile on her face instantly froze slightly, and a trace of barely perceptible disgust and resistance flashed quickly in her eyes... It was Yang Yumei.

Her former colleague was notoriously jealous and narrow-minded, unable to bear seeing anyone do better than her.

Back then, Zhou Keying surpassed her in both looks and talent, which made her jealous and targeted her at every turn.

Back when Zhou Keying was in the company, Yang Yumei was jealous of her talent and looks, and she often tripped her up behind her back, spreading rumors and saying bad things about her.

They even secretly stole her work and claimed it as their own, putting Zhou Keying in embarrassing situations on several occasions. Later, Zhou Keying couldn't stand this deceitful environment any longer, so she voluntarily submitted her resignation and cut off all contact with them.

I thought I would never run into this person again in my life, but unexpectedly, I bumped into her today at a top-notch restaurant like Chaotianque.

Zhou Keying suppressed her disgust and forced a polite smile, saying in a flat tone, "Yu Mei, it's been a long time."

Yang Yumei's gaze swept unabashedly over Zhou Keying, her eyes brimming with jealousy and resentment...

After several years apart, Zhou Keying has not only not aged, but has become more and more beautiful, with an increasingly outstanding temperament, exuding the confidence and charm of a successful woman.

Every move she made radiated a certain brilliance, which made Yang Yumei, who had always wanted to outshine Zhou Keying, feel increasingly unbalanced and driven mad with jealousy.

Her gaze quickly fell on Xiao Chen, scrutinizing him from head to toe with contempt and sarcasm in her eyes.

He paused deliberately, drawing out his words, a sardonic smile playing on his lips. His voice was neither too loud nor too soft, just loud enough for everyone around to hear:
"This is the legendary... what was his name again? Oh, I remember, the gigolo! Keying, is this the boyfriend you found?"
"You don't look like much at all. Dressed so plainly, you're no different from an ordinary person. Do you even deserve to be in a place like this with me?"

Upon hearing this, Zhou Keying's expression instantly changed, becoming extremely ugly, and a flash of anger quickly appeared in her eyes... How dare Yang Yumei speak to Xiao Chen like that!

Xiao Chen is her boyfriend, her strongest support, and she will never allow anyone to humiliate him like this!
Yun Yuyan and Jiang Xuanxuan, who were standing to the side, also darkened their faces instantly, their eyes filled with anger, and their gazes toward Yang Yumei carried a cold warning.

It was as if they were saying, "Try saying that again." If Xiao Chen hadn't remained still, they would have already stepped forward to retort.

Xiao Chen, however, remained calm and indifferent, as if he hadn't heard Yang Yumei's mockery and humiliation. His eyes showed no emotion, and he didn't even glance at Yang Yumei.

He remained steadfastly beside Zhou Keying, his posture upright, like a solid mountain, silently giving her strength.

Seeing that Xiao Chen didn't respond, Yang Yumei wasn't angry at all; instead, she became even more enthusiastic. This was exactly the effect she wanted—to embarrass Xiao Chen and make Zhou Keying lose face.

She smugly clung to Liu Dafu's arm, chin held high, her tone full of boastfulness and arrogance, deliberately raising her voice as if afraid others wouldn't hear her:

"Keying, let me introduce you. This is my husband, Liu Dafu. He owns several companies with an annual turnover of tens of millions. He's much better off than some men who live off women!"

With his round belly protruding, Liu Dafu glanced down at Xiao Chen, his contempt and disdain undisguised.

He snorted an "Mmm" through his nostrils, displaying an arrogant and condescending attitude, as if Xiao Chen wasn't even worthy of carrying his shoes. He added in an arrogant tone:
"Don't you know who you are? This is a top-notch restaurant, not just any Tom, Dick, or Harry can come here. Don't embarrass this place."

Zhou Keying suppressed her anger, forced a polite smile, and didn't reply... She didn't want to lower herself to the level of such a snob, lest it ruin her good mood today.

However, Xiao Chen, standing to the side, frowned slightly, a hint of displeasure flashing in his eyes. (End of Chapter)