The system only arrives when you're old? Then let's create a super-rich family!

Twenty slaps, crisp and loud, fell in an instant.

Yuan Weiwei's face was swollen like a steamed bun, her eyes were unfocused, and she could barely stand.

Her close friends, all wealthy heiresses, were terrified and their faces turned pale.

Only now did I dare to step forward and carefully support her.

"Weiwei, how are you?"

Yuan Weiwei's eyes were filled with boundless hatred as she stared intently at Qin Mao and Xiao Mingzhu, as if she wanted to devour them alive.

"I won't let you get away with this!"

"The Yuan family will definitely take revenge. You all just wait!"

Her voice was hoarse and unpleasant, filled with extreme resentment.

The girlfriends didn't dare linger and quickly helped Yuan Weiwei walk towards the end of the corridor.

The second-generation onlookers watched as their disheveled figures disappeared around the corner, their gazes returning to the figure in the center of the scene, but no one dared to utter a sound.

Xiao Shaojie looked at Qin Mao, thinking that the other party should be satisfied now.

He didn't just order Xiao Mingzhu to do it on a whim.

Since Qin Mao knew about the Yuan family's terrifying background, he still had his sister take action.

There is only one possibility—the Qin family's background is even more terrifying than the Yuan family's.

Instead of wavering, let's take a gamble and completely bind the Xiao family and the Qin family together, so that they can share both prosperity and adversity.

If they win the bet, the Xiao family can rise to a higher level by leveraging the Qin family's influence; even if they lose, they will have offended the Yuan family anyway, leaving them with no way out.

Shen Hao was equally terrified, but he had already offended Yuan Weiwei and had no way out but to stand firmly by the Qin family's side.

He was surprised that even the Xiao family had sided with the Qin family, which gave him a greater sense of security.

On the other side of the rest area, Xu Qinghe and Li Mengyao were already stunned, their faces full of shock, unable to speak for a long time.

They never expected that Qin Mao's background was so powerful!

Li Mengyao was wearing a face mask with anti-swelling ointment on her face. The stinging pain on her cheeks was still there, but looking at Qin Mao's figure, she felt only relief.

Fortunately, she didn't act rashly and directly advise Xu Qinghe to break up with Uncle Qin; otherwise, her current situation would probably be no better than Yuan Weiwei's.

Xu Qinghe's eyes lit up, her gaze fixed on Qin Mao, her eyes filled with infatuation.

At this moment, Qin Mao exuded an aura of domineering arrogance, completely different from the gentle "uncle" he usually was, which made her even more captivated and deeply infatuated with him, unable to extricate herself.

Liang Wenjie stood aside, swallowing hard, once again shocked by Qin Mao's confidence.

They don't even give face to the ancient families. Is the Qin family courting death, or are they really fearless?

He simply couldn't understand how a newly emerging wealthy family dared to provoke the Yuan family, which had a history of thousands of years.

Qin Mao ignored the stares of the crowd and turned to look at Xu Qinghe and Li Mengyao, speaking in a gentle tone.

"Is there anything else you'd like to eat? I'll take you there."

Xu Qinghe quickly shook her head, her eyes still filled with shock and envy.

"No need, uncle, we're not hungry."

Li Mengyao nodded in agreement.

Qin Mao knew that with such a big thing happening, they probably weren't in the mood to eat right now.

"Then I'll take you back," he said softly.

Qin Mao turned and glanced at Xiao Shaojie and Shen Hao, then said calmly:

"My eldest nephew is about the same age as you. Remember to come to my Qin family's banquet tomorrow. You should all get along well."

Xiao Shaojie and Shen Hao were shocked, their faces instantly filled with wild joy, their bodies and voices trembling with excitement.

"Thank you, Young Master Qin! We'll definitely be there on time tomorrow!"

The meaning of this is quite obvious.

Not only did they get on the good side of the Qin family, but they were also able to befriend the young master of the Qin family directly at Qin Mao's behest!

This is an incredible opportunity, far more valuable than simply currying favor with Qin Mao!

At this moment, they were incredibly grateful for their choice; taking sides this time was worthwhile!

Qin Mao didn't say anything more, and led Xu Qinghe and Li Mengyao, turning around and walking towards the elevator.

Once Qin Mao's figure had disappeared into the distance, the second-generation onlookers instantly erupted into a commotion, whispering amongst themselves.

"I'm so regretful! Why didn't I dare stand up for Young Master Qin's friend just now? Otherwise, I would be the one dragging the Qin family down with me!"

"Stop dreaming! Do you really think the Qin family can win? The Yuan family is an ancient clan with a thousand-year history; you can't even imagine how terrifying they are!"

"Exactly! Even the four great families of the capital have to give the Yuan family face. The Qin family is just a newly emerging powerful family, how could they possibly compare to the four great families of the capital?"

"Shen Hao and Xiao Shaojie seem to be doing well now, but it's just a flash in the pan. After tomorrow, it's hard to say whether the Qin family will even exist. How much better off can their families be?"

Discussions among the second generation were incessant; some expressed regret, others were pessimistic, but no one dared to be certain that the Qin family could defeat the Yuan family.

Even the young masters of the four families who frequently associated with the Xiao family deliberately kept their distance from Xiao Shaojie, not daring to easily get involved in the conflict between the Qin and Yuan families.

At the elevator entrance, Liang Wenjie quickly stepped forward, bowed to Qin Mao, and said, "Young Master Qin, let me take Mengyao home. Don't worry, I will make sure she gets home safely."

Qin Mao glanced at him and nodded slightly.

Xu Qinghe held Li Mengyao's hand and gently instructed, "Mengyao, get a good rest tonight and apply the ointment on time so that the wound on your face can heal quickly."

Li Mengyao nodded and patted her hand to reassure her. "I know, Qinghe, you get some rest too."

After saying that, she got into the car with Liang Wenjie, and the car slowly started and drove away into the distance.

Qin Mao then took Xu Qinghe and got into another car, heading towards Xu Qinghe's residence.

The car was silent. Xu Qinghe looked at Qin Mao beside her, her cheeks flushing slightly as she recalled the text message she had sent earlier. She mustered her courage and asked:

"Uncle, shall we...sleep together tonight?"

Just as Qin Mao was about to refuse, he heard Xu Qinghe say, "It seems like there's a car following us. Was it sent by your family to track you?"

Qin Mao's heart skipped a beat.

Thinking that Zhou Lin might climb the building to check in the middle of the night, he touched his nose and said somewhat awkwardly:

"Yes, that's my family's bodyguard. My dad saw our photos and assumed we were in that kind of relationship, so he had him follow me around."

He paused, then added, "I might need your cooperation tonight."

Xu Qinghe's eyes lit up, and she said excitedly, "Great! I'll definitely cooperate!"

Seeing her expectant look, Qin Mao quickly added to prevent her from misinterpreting the situation.

"We're just lying together, don't overthink it."

Xu Qinghe blushed and said sweetly, "Uncle, you can think about it too much."

Qin Mao's lips twitched: You're overthinking it, not me...

Soon, the car arrived at Pinghe Street, which is Xu Qinghe's residence.

Stepping into Xu Qinghe's cramped rented room, Qin Mao looked at the small single bed and was instantly stumped.

He was tall, and when he lay down on the bed, he had to be pressed against the edge of the bed; there still wasn't enough space.

But time was slipping away, and night was falling; it was time to rest.

Left with no other choice, he could only let Xu Qinghe hold him, his whole body tense, barely daring to breathe.

Xu Qinghe was wearing a thin, cool nightgown, her whole body pressed tightly against his. The unique fragrance of a young girl lingered in his nose, and her soft hands tightly hugged his arm. The soft touch made Qin Mao's heart flutter, and he couldn't help but have wild thoughts.

Fortunately, the blanket covered me, so it wasn't too embarrassing.

Qin Mao took a deep breath and said in a low voice, "Don't move your hands, just get some sleep."

He was terrified that Xu Qinghe would draw circles on his chest like she did that afternoon.

He was in great pain at that moment.

At that time, I fear that the aroused desires will overwhelm my reason...

Xu Qinghe wore a satisfied smile, greedily inhaling the mature masculine scent emanating from Qin Mao, and softly responded, "Mmm."

Perhaps because she had been frightened too much today, Xu Qinghe soon fell into a deep sleep, her breathing even and gentle.

Qin Mao breathed a sigh of relief, his tense body slowly relaxed, and he gently closed his eyes.

Qin Mao closed his eyes, but the images of Xu Qinghe expressing her love for him three times kept flashing through his mind, leaving him in a state of utter confusion.

He turned his head and looked at Xu Qinghe's peaceful and serene face as she slept. Her long eyelashes cast a faint shadow in the moonlight, making her look delicate and lovely.

His thoughts gradually blurred, and he slowly drifted into sleep.

In his dream, he was still an ordinary construction worker, without the identity of the second young master of the Qin family or overwhelming power, yet he was still with Xu Qinghe.

They had a lovely son, and the family of three lived a simple but happy life in their small rented apartment, filled with laughter and joy.

In the middle of the night, Xu Qinghe turned over and one of her legs inadvertently landed on Qin Mao's leg, instantly feeling a soft touch.

In the darkness, Qin Mao suddenly opened his eyes, his body stiffened, and he dared not move for a long time.

Only after confirming that Xu Qinghe had no further plans and was still sleeping soundly did he slowly breathe a sigh of relief, close his eyes again, and drift back to sleep.

Moonlight streamed through the balcony window into the room, gently falling on the two of them and adding a touch of tranquility to the small space.

Outside the window, the moon hangs high, and the evening breeze gently blows through the curtains on the balcony, leaving a slight sway.

Meanwhile, after dropping Li Mengyao off, Liang Wenjie drove back to his own home.

Upon entering, one sees Mr. Liang sitting on the sofa with a terribly gloomy face. There is also a feather duster on the coffee table, creating an extremely frightening atmosphere.

Mr. Liang looked up, his gaze sharp as he stared at him, and asked in a deep voice, "You're back? Tell me, what happened tonight?"

Liang Wenjie panicked and dared not hide anything. He recounted the entire incident from beginning to end, word by word.

He even revealed the Qin family's invitation that he had rejected.

The more Liang's father listened, the redder his face became. He was so angry that he was about to unleash a torrent of "fatherly love as solid as a mountain" when he heard Liang Wenjie say that Qin Mao had offered to take him away. Only then did he stop thinking about taking action.

He was shocked when he heard that the Qin family was not afraid of the Yuan family.

After Liang Wenjie finished speaking, he lowered his head, secretly glancing up at his father's expression.

After a long silence, Liang's father suddenly spoke, asking calmly, "That girl, is she interested in you?"

Liang Wenjie was taken aback, then nodded, his tone somewhat awkward: "Yes, Mengyao... she does like me. No matter how I treat her, she always sticks to me."

"Why didn't you stay and take care of her after you took her home tonight?" Mr. Liang's tone suddenly became stern.

Liang Wenjie looked puzzled and scratched his head: "Huh? Dad, I haven't agreed to be her boyfriend yet, how could I stay at her house?"

"You idiot!"

Enraged, Liang's father picked up a feather duster and slapped Liang Wenjie twice, causing Liang Wenjie to run away with his head in his hands, dodging repeatedly.

"Dad, what are you doing? I didn't do anything wrong!"

With a look of utter disappointment, Liang's father pointed at his son's nose and roared, "You haven't agreed now, but even if you wanted to after tonight, they might not be willing!"

"She's not only the best friend of Young Master Qin's girlfriend, but she also took two slaps for her. Do you know what that means? Can't you even see such a simple truth?"

"You think she's still that lowly girl from before, unworthy of you? Are you out of your mind?"

"Even if she wanted to marry Xiao Shaojie now, the Xiao family could immediately prepare a dowry and send out invitations. Why are you still being so reserved?"

"You've got a tremendous opportunity right in front of you, and you still can't seize it? You're incredibly stupid!"

Only after being yelled at and scolded by his father did Liang Wenjie finally come to his senses.

Yes, Li Mengyao's identity is different now.

She was the best friend of the man close to Young Master Qin, and even took a beating for him. Young Master Qin would definitely remember this favor. She was now someone he could no longer reach.

He scratched his head and muttered softly, "But Dad, the Qin family has offended the Yuan family. The future is uncertain. What if the Qin family loses? Won't we be implicated too?"

"You dare talk back!" Father Liang slapped him again in anger. "What a pig-brain! Didn't you say that after Young Master Qin learned of the Yuan family's identity, he took out his phone to verify it, and then didn't give the Yuan family any face at all?"

"If the Qin family didn't have the backing, would they dare to be so arrogant? Can't they even see such a simple truth? You directly sided with Xiao Shaojie, how could you be wrong?"

"I'm furious! Get out of here right now, and if you can't win that girl over, don't ever come back to this house!"

As he spoke, Liang's father pushed Liang Wenjie out the door, his tone carrying a hint of earnestness.

"You've already missed the Qin family's invitation once, and I don't want you to miss it a second time."

With a "bang," the door was slammed shut.

Liang Wenjie stood outside the door, carefully recalling his father's words, and the more he thought about it, the more reasonable they seemed.

Thinking back to all the times Li Mengyao pursued him...

It seems I have truly let down a sincere heart.

He immediately turned around and decided to go find Li Mengyao.

I just hope it's not too late.

When Xiao Shaojie returned home, he was summoned to the study.

He had expected his father to praise him for siding with the Qin family, but to his surprise, Xiao Mingyuan rebuked him with a gloomy face:

"Haven't I told you countless times? Don't get into a conflict with the Yuan family!"

"You know the Yuan family's background and you still dare to send Mingzhu to make a move! Are you afraid my Xiao family won't die fast enough?"

"Do you know how terrifying ancient aristocratic families are? Someone like the Qin family could be wiped out with a flick of their finger!"

"The Yuan family will definitely send someone tomorrow. I need to prepare another generous gift. If the Yuan family asks about our relationship with the Qin family, you must step forward and apologize. Even if they ask you to kneel down and kowtow, you must do it, understand?"

Looking at his father's terrifyingly angry expression, Xiao Shaojie stammered, "I...I understand."

Did he choose the wrong side? The Qin family is actually inferior to the Yuan family?

He's so stupid, really.

He only thought about Qin Mao's confidence and fearlessness when he took action, but he didn't know that the Yuan family's background was even more powerful.

Shen Hao fared slightly better. Shen Jianting didn't say anything harsh, but just sighed inwardly and said, "Come with me to apologize tomorrow."

Shen Hao's face turned pale instantly.

He seems to have acted too impulsively.

The two people who had previously asked Shen Jianting for help both declined, saying they had other commitments and that the matter of the Qin family's invitation slots would be dropped.

Within the Jiangnan social circle, all the wealthy individuals chose to wait and see after learning of this matter. Those who originally wanted to curry favor with the Qin family and offer expensive gifts were now hesitant about whether to exchange them for cheaper alternatives.

After all, the Qin family will probably be gone by tomorrow, so it's better to keep these valuable gifts and give them to the Yuan family, thereby getting on their side.

Meanwhile, in a suburb of a city in Guangdong Province, a villa called Qingyan Mountain Villa was brightly lit.

Inside the villa, in an antique-style house, an elderly man dressed in Hanfu sat upright in the head seat. His face was aged, but his eyes were sharp and contained a hidden glint of light.

The butler, dressed in a black suit, stood bowing to the side and reported respectfully.

"Patriarch, news has come from the Yuan family in Jiangnan that the second young master of the Qin family showed no respect for our Yuan family at all. He slapped Miss Yuan Weiwei in front of everyone and said that if we don't attend the Qin family's banquet tomorrow, they will look down on our Yuan family."

The elderly man in Hanfu slowly opened his eyes, a hint of murderous intent flashing in them, his tone icy.

"Since the Qin family is so ungrateful, then there's no need to keep them here."

"The face of the Yuan family is not something that a small Qin family can easily slap."

"Destroy the Qin family's assets completely, regardless of the cost."

Upon hearing this, the butler looked slightly embarrassed and quickly replied:

"Patriarch, the Qin family does not have any publicly listed businesses, and its businesses are all relatively hidden, so commercial attacks are temporarily ineffective."

The elderly man in Hanfu frowned slightly and pondered for a moment.

"Didn't the Xiao family and the Shen family side with the Qin family?"

"Tomorrow morning, have your men take action. First, destroy the core industries of the Xiao and Shen families. Then, have Yuan Shao make a trip to see who else dares to side with the Qin family."

"If the Qin family admits their mistake, we will let bygones be bygones; otherwise, neither the Qin family nor those who side with the Qin family will be spared."