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As night fell, the Jiang family's courtyard was brightly lit.

An ordinary eight-immortal table is placed in the center of the courtyard; there are no delicacies or top chefs.

Yes, but it was just a few of the most authentic farm-style dishes that Wang Xiuying had prepared after a busy afternoon.

Braised chicken with mushrooms, braised carp caught from our own fishpond, freshly picked garlic greens, and a plate of golden, fragrant free-range eggs.

There weren't many dishes, but they were steaming hot and fragrant, full of the taste of home.

Jiang Jianguo, a man who had been honest his whole life, seemed unusually nervous today.

He changed into a new set of clothes, his hair was slicked back and shiny, and he sat opposite Su Tianhao, not knowing where to put his hands.

After all, sitting across from him is the richest man in the provincial capital, whose net worth is in the tens of billions, a figure you only see on TV!

"Dear...father-in-law, let's...drink!"

Jiang Jianguo, trembling, took out a vintage Moutai that he had treasured for over twenty years and had never been willing to drink, and poured Su Tianhao a full glass.

Su Tianhao looked at the farmer in front of him, who was a few years older than him but looked flustered and even got the way he addressed him wrong, and felt a mix of emotions.

In the business world, someone of his stature wouldn't even be qualified to have dinner at the same table with him.

But now, he is not only the father of his future son-in-law, but also a relative whom his beloved daughter calls "Dad" repeatedly.

Su Tianhao picked up his wine glass, abandoning all pretenses and airs, and took the initiative to clink glasses with Jiang Jianguo.

"Brother, don't be nervous."

"Today, there is no Chairman Su here, only a father who has come to see his daughter."

Su Tianhao's tone became much more sincere.

Two fathers, two men from completely different worlds, began to drink and chat under the starry sky of the countryside.

Jiang Chen and Su Qing sat to the side, eating their meal quietly, occasionally exchanging a smile, neither of them disturbing this rare harmony.

After three cups of wine...

The atmosphere began to become somewhat subtle.

Su Tianhao's cheeks flushed, and he started talking more.

He put down his wine glass, grabbed Jiang Jianguo's calloused hand, and his eyes were a little red.

"Brother!"

"I...I envy you!"

Su Tianhao's voice carried a strong hint of drunkenness and an undeniable sourness.

"Look at you, what a wonderful son you've raised!"

"Capable, decisive, and responsible! He's even managed to tame my spoiled brat!"

As Su Tianhao spoke, he slapped his thigh, his voice growing louder.

"Unlike me! I, Su Tianhao, was a hero all my life, and what did I get? A daughter who's utterly useless! She can't do anything, all she knows is operate a harvester!"

"puff--"

Su Qing almost spat out the mouthful of chicken soup she had just taken a sip of.

She was both ashamed and angry, wishing she could disappear into the ground.

Is this how a father should act? How can he belittle his own daughter like this in front of his future in-laws?

Jiang Chen couldn't help but chuckle and quickly put a chicken leg on Su Qing's plate, signaling her to calm down.

Jiang Jianguo was also somewhat bewildered by this sudden "praise".

He was already a light drinker, and after a few cups of Moutai, he was already seven-tenths drunk.

Upon hearing Su Tianhao's words, Jiang Jianguo waved his hand and slurred, "Oh! Not at all! Not at all!"

"Brother, you're wrong about that!"

"Your daughter is wonderful! Your daughter is absolutely wonderful!"

As Jiang Jianguo spoke, he seemed to be desperately searching his mind for the right adjective.

Finally, he slammed his hand on the table and gave his evaluation.

"Big butt... oh no! Kind-hearted! Looks like she'll have lots of children!"

"..."

Now it was Jiang Chen's toes' turn to start working frantically inside the shoe.

He felt that he could carve out a three-bedroom, one-living-room house from his old family home at any time.

Su Qing's face turned as red as a branding iron, and she wished she could drive a combine harvester and run away from home on the spot.

These two old men!

After having a few drinks, how did they end up becoming sworn brothers and starting to flatter each other?!

The meal lasted until late at night in this awkward yet warm, absurd yet funny atmosphere.

Su Tianhao's bodyguards and driver stood outside the courtyard the whole time, each keeping their eyes down and pretending not to hear anything.

But the slight twitching at the corners of their mouths betrayed the turmoil in their hearts.

Who knew that their ruthless and unsmiling chairman had this side to him?

The banquet ended.

Su Tianhao's Phantom convoy stopped at the gate of the courtyard once again.

Just before getting into the car, Su Tianhao pulled Jiang Chen aside to stand by him.

A night breeze blew, and he sobered up considerably.

Those deep eyes regained their former sharpness and majesty.

"Kid."

Su Tianhao's voice was deep and serious.

"I won't stop you today."

"Qingqing wants to stay here, and I'll let her have that."

"but."

His gaze suddenly sharpened, like a drawn sword piercing Jiang Chen's heart.

"You'd better remember this."

"If you dare to do anything to wrong her, or let her suffer even the slightest injustice."

"I, Su Tianhao, will make you regret ever being born, even if it costs me my life and the entire Su Group!"

These words, spoken with resounding force, were filled with the most somber warning from a father.

Jiang Chen did not flinch; he met Su Tianhao's gaze without the slightest fear on his face.

He nodded solemnly and made his promise, word by word.

"Uncle, don't worry."

"As long as I, Jiang Chen, still have a breath left."

"Su Qing will always be the princess of Jiangjia Village, and no one can touch a hair on her head."

Upon hearing this answer, Su Tianhao's tense face finally relaxed slowly.

He gave Jiang Chen a deep look, and finally patted Jiang Chen's shoulder heavily.

"it is good."

I believe you.

After saying that, he turned and got into the car.

The convoy slowly started moving and disappeared into the deep night.

Su Qing stood at the village entrance, waving her hand vigorously and shouting at the top of her lungs, "Dad! Drive carefully! Come visit often!"

After shouting, she seemed to remember something and added a sentence.

"Next time, remember to bring that 82 Lafite from my wine cabinet!"

Jiang Chen looked at the girl's carefree attitude and shook his head helplessly, but felt more at ease than ever before.

We've finally gotten through this hurdle.

Just then, the familiar system notification sounded in his mind.

[Ding! Congratulations, host! You have successfully gained the approval of your future father-in-law!]

[Host's personal charisma and family strength detected; successfully won over the top business tycoon in the provincial capital!]

[System assessment: This was a perfect rehearsal for a "family marriage," greatly enhancing the Jiang family's potential social influence!]

[Special rewards are being distributed...]

[Congratulations, host! Your "Family Prosperity" map has officially unlocked a new module—the Network of Connections!]

[Ding! The "Family Network" has successfully added a key figure: Su Tianhao (the richest man in Jiangning Province)!]

[Effect: The host's business influence has successfully expanded to the top business districts of the provincial capital! In the future, when conducting business activities in the relevant areas, the host will automatically receive potential favorability and convenience bonuses from "Su Tianhao's" network!]