Chapter 379: Chapter 377: Not Letting Anyone Hurt You
Today, Huang Ying still hadn’t managed to poison the Secret Gate’s Sect Leader. As a result, the Secret Gate remained under his control, and Xinxin couldn’t mobilize his trusted aides. This made it impossible for Mingming to be safely rescued, thereby eliminating future problems.
She was at home, her mind a whirl of chaotic thoughts, and figured it would be better to go out and broaden her horizons.She rarely had the chance to witness the acquisition of a multi-billion-dollar group firsthand.
「Fuhao Hotel.」
When Jian Xi arrived, the entrance was already bustling with traffic. As far as the eye could see, there were countless luxury cars, each worth tens of millions. Everyone who could enter was a magnate, the kind who frequently appeared in the news or were subjects of widespread rumors. Without an admission ticket, entry was simply impossible. Outside, rows of security guards and bodyguards scanned the guests with vigilant eyes, their dedication evident.
Jian Mingcheng produced an admission ticket, and immediately a staff member nodded and led the way. "CEO Jian, please take a seat this way."
The black admission ticket signified the highest tier of guests. The service staff looked at Jian Mingcheng and Jian Xi with a distinct reverence in their eyes.
Upon entering the banquet hall, Jian Xi saw many familiar faces. Among them, Si Yuhuan’s figure was the most dazzling and eye-catching. His perfect physique was wrapped in a bespoke suit, his tall and imposing presence making it difficult for anyone to look away. His facial features were so handsome and striking they seemed meticulously sculpted by God Himself. Even though all the men present wore expensive suits, he still stood out the most.
That damn man, his appearance is undeniably outstanding.No wonder the future Sect Leader of the Secret Gate is so devoted to him.
Her gaze casually swept the room, and she could feel countless fervent stares fixed on him.
"Brother, do you think he can really take over Salsi Group?" Jian Xi finally couldn’t help but ask.
Si Yuhuan’s gaze shifted to her, and he walked towards her without hesitation. In that moment, it was as if a spotlight shone only on them, and everything else around them ceased to exist. Jian Xi could clearly hear her own heartbeat—THUMP-THUMP—louder and more intense than when she had walked down the long, flower-lined aisle on her wedding day.
"Seeing how calm and composed he is, I think it’s possible," Jian Mingcheng’s reply astounded Jian Xi.
"You were out with him for so long, and you don’t know if he’s confident about it?"
A wry smile touched Jian Mingcheng’s lips. "He spent all his energy during those days helping you find Mingming. I didn’t see him make any effort for the deal. On the contrary, Fu Shengyuan was busy networking with various executives, even dining with Purda and meeting influential local figures."
Jian Xi sucked in a sharp breath.
Doesn’t that mean Si Yuhuan is doomed?
Today is probably his last moment of glory.
Si Yuhuan had already walked up to Jian Xi. He glanced at Jian Mingcheng, nodded, and then reached for Jian Xi’s hand.
There are so many people around! Jian Xi instinctively pulled her hand away.
Jian Mingcheng raised an eyebrow and stepped in front of Jian Xi. "Director Si, please be mindful of the situation. We should maintain the decorum expected of an ex-husband and ex-wife."
"What if we remarry?" Si Yuhuan’s voice was just loud enough for many nearby to hear.
An uproar swept through the crowd.
Jian Xi was so mortified she wished she could find a hole to crawl into.
Has he gone mad?To say something like that in front of so many people!Who knows what everyone is thinking now.
"Grandfather asked why you didn’t seek his help when the Jian Family faced such a major crisis," Si Yuhuan said, looking at Jian Xi.
Jian Xi’s lips trembled. "I..."
She had considered asking Grandfather for help. But she had repeatedly insisted on having no further ties with the Si Family. Wouldn’t constantly troubling the Si Family for their connections be like slapping her own face?For her son’s sake, she already despised herself for having lost all her principles.
"I could handle it myself. Isn’t everything back on track now?"
Yang Jinyu has already signed a letter of intent for cooperation with her brother. Fu Wenxin’s scheme has completely failed, and his prestige within the group has likely plummeted. In a way, Jian Group and Tianyao Group have become adversaries. Strictly speaking, Jian Group and Haohan Group could even be considered allies now!
"This time, it was my fault. I didn’t receive your distress signal in time," Si Yuhuan said. "Next time something happens, remember to discuss it with Grandfather. We are family."
Family...She hadn’t dared to entertain that word for a long time.
Jian Xi pursed her lips, momentarily unsure what to say. Jian Mingcheng cut short Si Yuhuan’s tender words, "Xixi, let’s go. We’ll sit over there."
He likely still resented Si Yuhuan for being entangled with Xinxin at the club that night.
"Let’s go together," Si Yuhuan said, following them.
Jian Xi didn’t dare to speak, instead shooting him a warning glance. Si Yuhuan, however, acted as if he hadn’t understood and sat down right next to her.
Jian Mingcheng’s stern expression was close to cracking, a hint of anger coloring his features, when Fu Shengyuan approached from behind.
"CEO Jian, Director Si," he greeted politely.
Si Yuhuan, as arrogant as ever, didn’t even spare him a glance. Jian Mingcheng, however, nodded at Fu Shengyuan.
Fu Shengyuan seemed unfazed by their attitudes. Instead, his gentle gaze fell on Jian Xi’s face. "Xixi, could we speak privately?"
After everything that has happened with Fu Wenxin, is there really any need for a private conversation?Absolutely not!
"No," Jian Xi refused.
"Xixi, there are some things I really need to clarify with you. It concerns..." He glanced at Si Yuhuan.
Jian Xi, like a bird startled by the twang of a bowstring, was terrified that Fu Shengyuan might say something to dissuade Si Yuhuan from his resolve to help her rescue her child. She immediately stood up. "Alright. If you want to talk, let’s talk."
Besides, she had a few warnings she wanted to give him.
Si Yuhuan grabbed her wrist. "Don’t go."
"Director Si, please be mindful of the occasion," Jian Xi retorted.
Si Yuhuan glanced at the curious eyes around them and couldn’t help but frown. "What could you possibly have to talk to him about?"
Jian Xi said unhappily, "My personal freedom." She was reminding him of his promise.
"Go ahead."
For once, Si Yuhuan didn’t insist domineeringly. Freed from his restraint, Jian Xi immediately followed Fu Shengyuan to a secluded spot suitable for conversation.
Once they reached an uncrowded spot, Fu Shengyuan immediately apologized. "Xixi, I had no idea about this whole affair. It was all orchestrated by my eldest uncle. He knew that once I went to W Country, he would lose his grip on the group. He secretly contacted people from Zhuoyue Technology, brazenly tried to steal the deal with Jian Group, and almost got you hurt. I..."
Deep remorse filled his eyes.
Jian Xi looked into Fu Shengyuan’s eyes, which seemed to reflect genuine emotion.
If this wasn’t masterful acting, then he truly was unaware of it all.
"In any case, I’ve arranged for my eldest uncle to be admitted to the hospital for a health check-up. He won’t have the chance to trouble Jian Group for the next few months. You can reassure CEO Jian."
Fu Wenxin hasn’t caused any trouble these past few days. Has Fu Shengyuan put him under house arrest?
Jian Xi was surprised by Fu Shengyuan’s decisive methods—he could even place Fu Wenxin under house arrest. At the same time, she was moved by what Fu Shengyuan had done for her.
"Actually, you didn’t need to do this. Business competition is often unscrupulous; I understand that."
Fu Shengyuan’s eyes burned with intensity as he stared at Jian Xi. "But I cannot allow anyone to harm you."