Chapter 6818
Is this reasonable?
Xiao Chen sat upright in the chair, his posture tall and composed.
He slowly picked up the exquisite teacup in front of him, his fingers gently resting on the rim, the movement elegant and leisurely.
He lowered his head slightly and gently blew away the foam floating on the surface of the tea. Steam rose up, blurring his face.
Then, he slowly sipped a small mouthful of hot tea, which slid down his throat. He squinted his eyes slightly, as if savoring the aroma of the tea.
After a long while, he spoke slowly and deliberately, his voice flat and even, as if he were talking about something perfectly ordinary: "That's enough."
Small punishment, big warning.
The father and daughter were a bit foolish, but their crimes didn't warrant death.
Today's performance will be something they'll remember for a lifetime.
As he spoke, he put down his teacup, which gently tapped against the table, making a crisp sound.
His gaze fell through the huge floor-to-ceiling window onto Ma Zhenxiong's back as he continued to mechanically whip the machine outside.
At this moment, Ma Zhenxiong was like a puppet being manipulated, completely losing his former prestige and rationality, whipping himself again and again, his movements numb and frantic.
Xiao Chen's lips curled into a faint, almost cold smile, a smile that contained an insight into human weaknesses and confidence in his control of power.
"If they still don't learn to keep a low profile in the future, or if they're thinking about 'settling scores later'..." He paused, a sharp glint flashing in his eyes, a glint like lightning in the cold night, sending chills down one's spine.
Although he didn't finish his sentence, the unspoken meaning was like a Damocles' sword hanging over Liu Jianming's head, making his heart leap and his back instantly soaked with cold sweat.
He seemed to see the terrible fate that the Ma family father and daughter would face if they continued to provoke him recklessly.
"Yes, Mr. Xiao is kind." Liu Jianming quickly lowered his head, his voice trembling slightly.
He cursed Ma Zhenxiong in his heart for being a fool. He had clearly provoked someone he shouldn't have, yet he still struggled so recklessly, not only harming himself but also almost dragging Ma Zhenxiong down with him.
At the same time, he secretly breathed a sigh of relief, at least for now Mr. Xiao did not intend to pursue the matter further, and he was safe for the time being.
"Alright, the annoying flies are gone." Xiao Chen seemed to have dealt with a trivial matter, clapping his hands lightly as if brushing off dust from his clothes.
Then, he looked at Liu Jianming, his eyes returning to calm, like a deep lake, making it impossible to see through his thoughts.
"Mr. Liu, I invited you here today not only to check on your recovery, but also because I have something I'd like to ask you." His tone was calm and friendly, as if the cold and ruthless decision-maker from before was a completely different person.
Liu Jianming, who had been slightly bowing, straightened up instantly upon hearing Xiao Chen's words, as if pulled by an invisible force. He stood upright, like a tall pine tree.
His eyes were full of respect, his gaze fixed on Xiao Chen, and he said urgently and sincerely, "Mr. Xiao, please speak, I, Liu, will tell you everything I know."
"Anything that Liu knows, he will tell you without reservation."
He knew in his heart that since Mr. Xiao had specifically mentioned it, this matter must be of great importance, and he had to be fully focused and could not slack off in the slightest.
Xiao Chen leaned back slightly on the sofa, his posture relaxed yet exuding an undeniable air of authority.
His fingers tapped lightly twice on the sofa armrest, the rhythmic tapping sound particularly clear in the quiet space, like the beat of a drum as he pondered his words.
Each strike felt like a blow to Liu Jianming's heart, causing his heart to beat faster involuntarily. After a moment, Xiao Chen slowly raised his eyes, his gaze like two sharp swords piercing straight at Liu Jianming.
That gaze held both a probing quality and an undeniable authority, as if it could see through all the secrets hidden deep within Liu Jianming's heart.
His voice was steady and powerful, yet it carried a strange penetrating force, as if it could penetrate one's soul: "You've heard of the name Jiang Meng, haven't you?"
That's my wife. She once built a branch of Xinmeng Group in this prosperous ancient city with her wisdom and courage.
With her keen eye, she selected a building from among many properties, purchased it, and renamed it Morning Breeze Building.
"That building carries her countless efforts and dreams..." Xiao Chen said, a hint of tenderness and pride flashing in his eyes, as if he had returned to the days when Jiang Meng was busy working on the Chenfeng Building.
Liu Jianming stood there quietly, leaning slightly forward, listening intently to Xiao Chen's story.
His eyes were focused and deep, and his ears were like a keen radar, not missing a single word or syllable that Xiao Chen uttered.
At the same time, his mind was churning like a surging tide, secretly pondering the various complex situations that might be hidden behind this.
The name Jiang Meng was not unfamiliar to Liu Jianming.
In the bustling and fiercely competitive business district of the ancient city, Jiang Meng is like a dazzling star, a legendary figure.
Despite her young age, she possessed extraordinary courage and wisdom, resolutely embarking on her own path of struggle.
Through her tireless efforts and unwavering perseverance, she established a branch of the Xinmeng Group.
Moreover, she had a keen eye and seized the opportunity to successfully purchase and meticulously renovate the Morning Breeze Building.
These remarkable achievements enabled her to overcome numerous obstacles in the business world, carving out a vast territory of her own and becoming a celebrated story among many business people.
What Liu Jianming never expected was that this powerful and decisive businesswoman was actually Mr. Xiao's wife.
Thinking of this, a sense of awe welled up in his heart, and his respect for Mr. Xiao increased even more.
He lowered his head slightly, his eyes filled with respect and caution, and said earnestly, "Mr. Xiao, I have naturally heard of Ms. Jiang Meng's name."
"Her commercial achievements in the ancient city are undeniable, like a majestic mountain that people look up to."
Many people admire her greatly, and her story has become a popular tale in the streets and alleys of the ancient city.
I just don't know why you brought this up, Mr. Xiao..."
His voice trembled slightly as he asked cautiously, each word carefully considered, as if afraid of offending Xiao Chen by saying the wrong thing.
Xiao Chen's face was as gloomy as the sky before a storm, and his eyes revealed a cold and murderous aura.
He spoke slowly, his voice like the north wind in winter, sending chills down one's spine: "I only recently found out that after my wife disappeared, it seems her branch office here was bought by someone..."
Haha, I bought it for 10 yuan...
Do you think this is reasonable? (End of Chapter)