Arranged marriage, love blossoms; a fiercely devoted soldier dotes on her alone.

"Who do you think would send you something like this?"

Xiao Huai'an rolled his eyes at Xiao Zhan and said, "You're my grandson. How could I just stand by and watch you be schemed against by the Lin family father and daughter?"

"I know exactly what kind of people the Lin family father and daughter are."

Xiao Zhan blinked and said, "Grandpa, do you mean I should pretend to agree to the marriage, appease the Lin family first, and then confront them after obtaining the core technology?"

Xiao Huai'an picked up a cigarette from the box on the coffee table, took out a cigarette, and Xiao Zhan quickly got up and lit it for him with a lighter.

Xiao Huai'an took a drag of his cigarette and said, "The reason I sent you the video is to let you know what kind of person Lin Ruoxi is. The Lin family father and daughter have always been coveting the core industries of the Xiao family, while your father spends all his time in the laboratory doing research. Your mother has been bewitched by the Lin family father and daughter, and she doesn't dare to say that she will obey them without question. She believes that your marriage with Lin Ruoxi is a powerful alliance between relatives and friends."

Xiao Zhan thought for a moment and said, "Grandpa, as far as I know, the Lin family has always been doing OEM manufacturing and has never engaged in research and development. Where did they get their core technology from?"

At this moment, Yu Kun said, "Xiao Zhan, the core technology in the hands of the Lin family is actually your father's research result. It was accidentally leaked to the Lin family by your mother. Later, the Lin family father and daughter used improper means to seize it for themselves. Now it has become a means for the Lin family to blackmail the Xiao family. I can't afford to break ties with the Lin family."

Xiao Zhan exclaimed in surprise, "How much bewitching potion did the Lin family father and daughter give my mother to do something so foolish?"

Xiao Huai'an: "You can't entirely blame your mother. She had no idea that her own brother and niece would scheme against her. Your mother is just a person who cares about face and wants to show off in front of your aunts. She just didn't expect to be schemed against by her own family. By the time I found out, it was too late."

Xiao Zhan raised an eyebrow and said, "The Lin family father and daughter are truly despicable."

"Grandpa, what core technology does the Lin family possess?"

Xiao Huai'an: "It was your father who developed the new three-nanometer wafer technology using nanocrystalline materials. This is currently the world's most heat-resistant and pressure-resistant technology, which is particularly suitable for new energy vehicles and photovoltaic power generation, especially for military applications. It has already attracted high attention from the international community."

Xiao Zhan nodded.

He knew that part of the core business of the Xiao family enterprise was producing military products for the national army.

This is also one of the main reasons why he quickly took over the Xiao Group after retiring from the military.

He returned from retirement with a mission.

Xiao Huai'an looked at Xiao Zhan and said earnestly, "Xiao Zhan, the problem is more serious than you think. It's not just the Lin family, but also external forces that are spying on our military products, especially the latest high-intelligence hypersonic missile tracking system and the automatic friend or foe identification system for drones that we are currently developing."

Xiao Zhan raised an eyebrow and said, "Grandpa, don't worry, I'm back. As the saying goes, when soldiers come, generals will block them; when water comes, earth will dam it. Leave this matter to me."

Xiao Huai'an nodded and lowered his voice, saying, "Xiao Zhan, things are more complicated than you think. Don't be careless."

"Knock knock knock!"

At this moment, Shen Jun knocked on the door and came in, saying, "Chairman, President, Madam requests your presence. The banquet is about to begin."

at the same time!

In the small meeting room next door,

Xia Keke and Qin Huanhuan are chatting.

Then Xia Keke said, "Just like some people, no matter how hard they try, they can hardly escape the shackles of poverty, while others are born with a silver spoon in their mouths and enjoy all the world's riches. Isn't this seemingly unfair arrangement just a part of fate?"

Qin Huanhuan: "That's true. Some people are born destined for an extraordinary life, while others are born destined to live in the darkest times. People often say that you can't let your child lose at the starting line, but the child of the person who says that has already lost."

Xia Keke blinked and said, "Huanhuan, I'll ask you something you shouldn't: were you with Xiao Zhan last night?"

Qin Huanhuan nodded and said frankly, "Yes, I sold my virginity for 300,000 yuan to pay for my sister's surgery."

Xia Keke never expected Qin Huanhuan to be so honest...

I probably couldn't do it myself.

Xia Keke: "Don't you feel guilty about doing this?"

Qin Huanhuan smiled bitterly: "When you're in dire straits, all your mental burden is how to save your family. Life is the most important thing; everything else is insignificant in the face of life."

"What does chastity even matter?"

"If your life were in danger, would you choose to desperately protect your chastity and die to prove your loyalty, or sacrifice your chastity to save your life?"

Xia Keke thought for a moment and said, "I will choose to save my life. Only by saving my life can I have a chance to turn things around. What's the use of keeping my chastity if I lose my life? Am I supposed to take it to the underworld and show off to the ghosts that I'm a virtuous and chaste woman?"

Qin Huanhuan smiled, a bright and cheerful smile, because Xia Keke agreed with her views and actions.

Qin Huanhuan said, "Great minds think alike."

At this moment, a bodyguard walked over and said, "Assistant Xia, the president wants to see you two."

at this time,

The banquet hall was filled with the aroma of wine, and there was a wide variety of delicacies, snacks, and other food available.

Even the waitresses were all tall, leggy professional models dressed in red cheongsams, each with a voluptuous figure and stunning beauty, making the guests at the banquet stare in disbelief.

The people attending the banquet tonight are all prominent officials, young talents, tycoons, and big shots from the capital.

To put it another way, all the prominent figures in the capital have gathered here today.

Some less senior people also tried to find connections to get an invitation from the Xiao family, or at the very least, to get themselves invited in, just to become familiar with the family.

Some savvy businessmen, after entering the banquet, would constantly wander around, chatting with those around them and proactively handing out their business cards, all in an effort to make friends, build good relationships, and lay the foundation for future development.

"Clap clap clap!"

Suddenly, enthusiastic applause erupted from the audience.

Then Xiao Zhan strolled over, accompanied by Xiao Huai'an and Uncle Yu. His custom-made Ama suit exuded luxury and nobility. Xiao Zhan's angular face was incredibly handsome, his expression was cold and stern, and his tall and upright figure was like a mountain, radiating a strong sense of oppression.

Lin Wanrong stood in the center of the stage, beaming from ear to ear, and said, "Son, come here."

Then he said to Lin Ruoxi, who was standing next to him, "Ruoxi, hurry up and go over and take Xiao Zhan's arm. You two are the stars of the night, a perfect match, a match made in heaven."

Lin Ruoxi replied, "Okay, Auntie."

Then, walking towards Xiao Zhan, she saw Lin Ruoxi wearing a light purple strapless evening gown. The dress was made of high-quality silk fabric, smooth and delicate in texture, radiating a captivating luster. The light purple hue exuded both nobility and elegance, yet also gentleness and femininity.

The hem of the dress is cleverly adorned with purple lace, its delicate and exquisite detail adding a touch of romance and fantasy to the entire gown. The lace is inlaid with expensive pale blue gemstones, which sparkle under the lights like the most dazzling stars in the night sky, a sight to behold.

A purple belt cinched around her slender waist not only accentuated Lin Ruoxi's graceful figure but also subtly raised her waistline, making her overall proportions more harmonious and perfect.

Lin Ruoxi's long, beautiful hair was tied up high, showcasing an elegant and capable temperament. A few strands of hair gently fell on both sides of her face, adding a touch of softness and charm.

A silver heart-shaped necklace adorned her neck, its shimmering light perfectly complementing the purple strapless dress, highlighting the beauty of her neckline and adding to the overall fashionable look.

Her delicate feet wore ten-inch high heels, the uppers of which also featured a purple design, perfectly complementing her evening gown. The high heels not only elongated her legs but also gave her a captivating confidence and charm with every step.

"Wow, Miss Lin is so beautiful!"

"Wow, Young Master Xiao is so handsome!"

"What a perfect couple!"

People in the crowd started talking about it!