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

Around noon,

Xiao Zhan returned to the Xiao family compound in Xishan.

He saw his father, Xiao Fei, and mother, Lin Wanrong, waiting for him.

Seeing that the two of them looked unwell, especially his father whose face was so dark it looked like it could drip water, Xiao Zhan quickly went up to greet them and said, "Dad, Mom, I'm back. What's wrong with you two?"

"Where are my grandparents?"

Xiao Fei pointed to the chair in front of him with a serious expression and said, "Xiao Zhan, sit down first. Dad has something to ask you."

Seeing his father's serious expression, Xiao Zhan sat down and asked, "Dad, what's wrong? Why are you so serious?"

Xiao Fei glanced at Lin Wanrong and said, "Xiao Zhan, your grandfather told me everything, and your mother also admitted that she was misled by Lin Zijian and his wife and unknowingly fell into their trap. Xiao Zhan, it's fortunate that you brought back the three-nanometer chip technology in time, otherwise, I would not be able to atone for my sins even if I died a hundred times. I would be sorry to the country and the people."

Lin Wanrong said with a bitter face, "I never expected that Lin Zijian and his wife would even betray me. It hurts me so much. I've been helping my family with all my heart. Luckily, you managed to salvage the situation in time."

"Otherwise, your dad will definitely divorce me."

Xiao Zhan forced a smile and said, "Mom, it's understandable that you help your family, and Lin Zijian is your own brother, but you also need to consider what kind of help is appropriate. You still need to stick to some principles."

"Besides, the Lin family is not the same as it used to be. You could say that the Lin family has been on a downward spiral ever since my grandfather passed away. I also heard that the Lin family lost a lot of money in a pig butchering scam. Mom, there are some things that you can't help with just because you want to. You should have less contact with the Lin family in the future, especially Lin Ruoxi. Don't get completely lost just because your aunt calls you a few times."

Xiao Fei said angrily, "Look at you, I'm not trying to be mean, but our son has only been back for a few days and you already know about it. Lin Wanrong, I'm warning you again, if you dare to have any secret dealings with the Lin family again, we're getting a divorce, and no one can change that. Also, don't ever go into my study again, or don't blame me for being rude to you."

Xiao Zhan: "Dad, calm down first."

At this moment, Uncle Yu walked over quickly and said, "Xiao Zhan, the old commander wants to see you."

Xiao Zhan stood up and said, "Uncle Yu, I understand."

"Dad, if you ask me, you bear the main responsibility. You brought such important research data home, and Mom didn't even know its importance. Plus, Lin Zijian and his wife were deliberately plotting this. It would be strange if Mom didn't fall into the trap!"

"Fortunately, I got it back in time. After testing with professional equipment, the technical achievement was found to have not been copied. Perhaps the other party didn't have time to copy it. Now that everything is over, you two should stop arguing. You're both so old, aren't you afraid of being laughed at?"

Seeing her son speak up for her, Lin Wanrong perked up and said, "That's right, what do I, a housewife, know about research results? Don't put all the blame on me, I won't take the blame."

Xiao Fei rolled his eyes in anger.

Xiao Zhan shook his head and said, "Mom and Dad, stop arguing. I'm going to see Grandpa."

Xiao Zhan stepped into Xiao Huai'an's study and saw the old man leisurely brewing Kung Fu tea.

So he stepped forward and said, "Grandpa, let me make some tea."

Xiao Huai'an offered his seat to Xiao Zhan without ceremony, and then slowly took a sip of hot tea.

Then he said, "After being tested by military professionals, this batch of sample chips is of good quality and the order has been placed."

As he spoke, Xiao Huai'an picked up a folder from the coffee table and handed it to Xiao Zhan.

Xiao Zhan took it, opened it, and looked at it, saying, "I didn't expect that three-nanometer chip technology could be used in so many military weapons. The upgrading of weapons and equipment is imminent."

Xiao Huai'an nodded and said, "So ensuring the security of the chips is of paramount importance. I received a report from the relevant departments that many overseas intelligence organizations are trying to obtain the three-nanometer chip technology data. Xiao Zhan, you'd better be on your guard and deal with them properly."

Xiao Zhan grinned and said, "Hehe! Don't worry, Grandpa, I guarantee these demons and monsters won't be able to leave once they come."

Xiao Huai'an nodded, then looked at Xiao Zhan and asked, "Were you serious about being with that Qin Huanhuan last night? I had someone retrieve Qin Huanhuan's information. That girl has a hard life. She lost her parents at a young age and was adopted by Liang Yanhong. Her adoptive father, Zhang Yingbao, is even worse."

Xiao Zhan's face flushed slightly, but he still spoke the truth: "It's no use being serious. There's nothing I can do if they don't want to."

At this moment, Yu Bo said, "Old Chief, I had someone investigate and found that Qin Huanhuan's background is likely related to someone, and this person is currently cooperating with us."

Xiao Zhan was immediately startled and quickly asked, "Who is he?"

at the same time,

Yanjiao, a place east of Beijing, has developed exceptionally well in recent years due to its proximity to the capital. Its various industrial structures have been continuously optimized and developed, which has also driven the rapid development of the local real estate industry.

At this moment, in an office building of a company called Xunda Technology Co., Ltd., Lin Zijian was talking with the company's head, Ishida Mako.

Then Ishida Mako said, "Mr. Lin, the money your company owes us has reached its deadline. You either pay up, or you merge Lin's Enterprise into our company and make it a subsidiary."

"You have to choose one."

Lin Zijian smiled faintly and said, "Hehehe, General Manager Zhenzi, don't be in such a hurry. Here I am. I have two things to discuss with you. One is about the debt I owe your company, and the other is about continuing our cooperation."

Seeing Lin Zijian's confident and composed demeanor, Ishida Mako couldn't help but wonder, "Lin Zijian seems to have found the funds to tide him over."

So he asked, "Oh, then Mr. Lin, please go ahead."

Lin Zijian raised his hand to gesture to Uncle Lin and the lawyer standing beside him…

The two immediately understood, and the lawyer took out an investigation report from his bag and handed it to Lin Zijian.

After taking it, Cai Zijian handed it directly to Ishida Mako, saying, "General Manager Mako, please take a look."

Mako Ishida took it and glanced at it, her expression changing slightly. A hint of panic flashed in her originally sharp eyes...

Lin Zijian took in Ishida Mako's reaction and said coldly, "Ishida Mako, this is the capital of the Dragon Kingdom, not your little world. With just one word from me, you'll be in big trouble. I can say with certainty that I can make you stomp your sewing machine until it smokes inside."

Upon hearing this, Mako Ishida's pretty face flushed slightly, and she softened her tone considerably, saying, "Boss Lin, you're making this up out of thin air, deliberately fabricating facts just to evade huge compensation."

Lin Zijian gestured to Uncle Lin again.

Uncle Lin took out a USB drive and handed it to Mako Ishida.

Mako Ishida didn't take it, but asked in surprise, "What is this?"

Lin Zijian: "What you're looking for is in here. From now on, we're even, and all debts are wiped clean, how about that?"

Mako Ishida hesitated for a moment before taking the USB drive, because the temptation of Lin Zijian's previous words was too great.

Then Mako Ishida said, "May I check the contents inside?"

Lin Zijian pursed his lips and said, "Of course."

Mako Ishida beckoned, and a pretty, tall woman quickly stepped forward, bowed respectfully, and asked, "What are your orders, General Manager Mako?"

Mako Ishida handed the USB drive to the woman and said, "Hideko Ki, take a look at the contents."

"yes!"

The woman named Mu Xiuzi agreed and took the USB drive, inserting it into the computer next to her.

"Crackling and popping!"

After a series of operations, sets of data and images appeared on the screen. When Mu Xiuzi saw the contents, her beautiful eyes immediately lit up with excitement, and she whispered, "General Manager Mako, this is exactly the technical information we need."

Mako Ishida looked up at Lin Zijian and readily said, "Deal."

At this moment, Lin Zijian revealed a meaningful smile and said, "Now I want to add one more thing."

Then, pointing at Mu Xiuzi, he said, "Give her to me."