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Despite his flattering words, anyone could tell that Wu Guoxiong's words were like knives stabbing Wei Hongfeng in the heart!

After all, the Wei family's plan to find a son-in-law to bring good fortune had already caused quite a stir in Huaicheng.

Now, in full view of everyone, news has spread that Wei's son-in-law is having a secret rendezvous with another woman.

The Wei family has completely lost face!

Wei Hongfeng, who had been intimidated by Tian Hongcang's words, could only force a smile and dared not utter a sound.

Hearing these taunts, his eyes were already filled with anger, and he was trembling with rage.

If the cooperation fails, the Wei family can simply sell their assets, leave Huaicheng, and start over somewhere else!

But now, the Wei family has become a laughing stock in the entire Huaicheng, losing all face!

Immediately, he took a step forward, his finger trembling as he pointed at Xiang Fan, and roared angrily.

"Xiang Fan! You bastard!"

"How dare they do something so disgraceful to the family!"

"From this day forward, the Wei family hereby annuls your engagement! Get out of the Wei family!"

Wei Ying stood in the crowd without saying a word, but her cold eyes were filled with disappointment, revealing her true feelings.

Seeing the various gazes of the crowd, hearing Wei Hongfeng's furious rebuke, and feeling the disappointment in Wei Ying's eyes, Xiang Fan finally understood.

Tian Hongcang's previous actions were all part of a trap set for him!

First, they offered the bait of cooperation, arousing envy among many;

Then, they publicly released so-called "intimate photos."

It's all to make himself isolated and become a thorn in everyone's side!

Afterwards, he won't even need to lift a finger; plenty of people will be willing to lay a hand on him just to curry favor with him!

By then, without the cooperation and the status of being Wei's son-in-law, he will have nothing and become a laughing stock for everyone!

What a ruthless scheme!

Xiang Fan slowly turned his gaze to Tian Hongcang, only to see that the other party still had that calm and composed demeanor.

The way they looked at me was haughty, as if they were looking at an insignificant ant.

Only the fleeting hint of amusement at the corner of his mouth revealed his smugness at that moment.

Suddenly, Xiang Fan chuckled softly.

"You're saying that I have a very close relationship with President Chu?"

"But you didn't specify exactly how 'secret' it was."

"How about I call her and ask her?"

After saying that, Xiang Fan took out his phone and dialed a number without waiting for Tian Hongcang's response.

The call was quickly answered, and a lazy yet slightly joyful voice came through the receiver.

"Mr. Xiang? It's rare for you to call me first. Have you come to your senses and agreed to be my personal bodyguard?"

The crisp, pleasant sound, transmitted clearly throughout the banquet hall via the phone's speaker, was heard.

It was Chu Qian!

Xiang Fan smiled slightly and said in a relaxed tone.

"President Chu, someone said that I have a very close relationship with you and offered me a project worth 300 million."

"What do you think of this project?"

"Three hundred million?"

Chu Qian on the other end of the phone seemed to be stunned for a moment.

Immediately following was a clear, crisp laugh, tinged with a hint of reproach.

"Mr. Xiang, who exactly is it that looks down on you so much?"

"A project worth 300 million will only earn a little over 100 million at most, and you'll have to put in a lot of effort to manage it. What's the point of doing such a lousy project?"

"If you're willing to be my personal bodyguard, I'll give you 100 million a year, and you won't have to do a single thing."

"and--"

Chu Qian's voice suddenly became soft and charming, with a hint of allure.

"If you're willing to get even closer to me, in addition to 0.5% of the shares in Mingyue Group, I can also offer an extra 1 billion as a dowry!"

"How is it?"

boom!

Chu Qian's words instantly caused a huge uproar in the entire banquet hall.

A salary of 100 million a year!

Shares in Mingyue Group!

And a dowry of one billion!

If we were to say that the cooperation Tian Hongcang just proposed was an immense fortune, then it would be a deal of unimaginable wealth.

So, Chu Qian's words were essentially handing the money-printing machine directly to Xiang Fan!

Becoming a son-in-law of the Wei family is considered stepping into the upper echelons of Huaicheng society.

If he could become Chu Qian's husband, it would be like rising to the top in one step, transforming himself into a true member of a wealthy family!

Every man present wanted to nod in agreement on Xiang Fan's behalf!

Even the members of the top families in Huaicheng looked at Xiang Fan with naked envy, jealousy and hatred!

Of course, some people have raised questions.

After all, it's just a phone call; who can guarantee that the person on the other end is Chu Qian herself?

Not to mention, the conditions Chu Qian mentioned were simply too outrageous!

It's illogical for someone to rush into a relationship with a married man and offer him such a high profit.

Maybe Xiang Fan deliberately hired someone to put on an act and fool everyone here!

Just as this claim began to spread, someone spoke with certainty.

"That voice, there's no mistake! It's definitely President Chu himself!"

"Furthermore, I heard that something seemed to have happened yesterday at the Yutani Onsen Hotel..."

These words instantly confirmed the identity of the person on the other end of the phone.

This made everyone's gaze towards Xiang Fan even more complicated!

In an instant, everyone's attention was focused on Xiang Fan.

Everyone was certain that this time, he would not refuse!

Under everyone's gaze, Xiang Fan smiled and shook his head.

"Mr. Chu, let's forget it. I already have a wife."

Xiang Fan's words instantly caused an uproar in the audience, filled with sighs of regret.

Before everyone could recover from their regret, Chu Qian spoke again on the other end of the phone, her tone carrying a hint of determination.

"It's okay, I can wait."

"To be honest, I had someone investigate you. I know some things about your situation."

"So, I'm even more interested in you now!"

She paused for a moment, then it seemed someone was calling her from the other side.

After responding, Chu Qian said softly.

"Alright, Mr. Xiang, remember to call me whenever you have time."

"I'll treat you to a meal to properly thank you for saving my life!"

As the call ended, Xiang Fan put away his phone, turned his gaze to Tian Hongcang, tilted his head, and spoke with a hint of teasing.

"It seems your source of information is rather unreliable."

Upon hearing Xiang Fan's barbed words, a chill flashed in Tian Hongcang's eyes.

Although today's plan was only a spur-of-the-moment decision, he was confident that he could easily manipulate Xiang Fan like an ant!

But to his utter surprise, in the end, not only was he easily defeated, but the other party even dared to make sarcastic remarks in public!

What infuriated him even more was that Chu Qian was a woman he had long coveted!

Over the years, he has sent countless expensive gifts and sent countless dinner invitations, yet he has rarely even managed to meet the other party in person!

But now, this woman whom he had been longing for has suddenly become very fond of a son-in-law from a small family!

In fact, judging from the implication of her words, she even wanted to actively pursue Xiang Fan!

A surge of overwhelming anger welled up inside him!

Tian Hongcang clenched his fist tightly, and the crystal wine glass in his hand shattered into pieces with a "crack"!

The crimson wine, mixed with shards of glass, dripped through his fingers!

His gaze toward Xiang Fan was filled with icy killing intent, and his voice was as cold as ice.

"Good! Good! Good! Excellent!"

"This time, perhaps I've made a mistake!"

"When we get back, I'll investigate thoroughly. Anyone who dares to lie to me, Tian Hongcang, deserves to die!"

He paused for a moment, then the anger on his face slowly faded, leaving only a cold silence.

"However, since Mingyue Group is involved, let's forget about cooperating with you!"

Having said that, he snorted coldly, flicked his sleeve, and turned to leave.

Just then, Xiang Fan's voice rang out again.

The pitch was neither too high nor too low, yet it reached everyone's ears clearly.

"Cooperate with me, but we haven't even discussed cooperating with the Wei family yet."