Chapter 6831
The Proud Peacock
No matter how young and ordinary these people may seem, the power they possess is far beyond what a mere waitress like her could imagine or offend.
Perhaps a single, unintentional glance or a casual remark from them could cause her to lose her foothold in this city.
Therefore, she had to serve each distinguished guest with utmost care and utmost caution.
Xiao Chen nodded slightly, his movements steady and elegant, holding the tray firmly with one hand, as if the tray were nothing in his hand.
With his other hand, he reached for the door to the private room. His fingers were long and strong. As soon as he touched the doorknob, he was ready to push it open forcefully.
"Xiao Chen?"
Just then, a woman's voice, clear and melodious like pearls falling onto a plate, came abruptly from behind him, carrying a hint of surprise and uncertainty.
The sound was like a bolt of lightning suddenly flashing across the night sky, shattering the original tranquility and harmony.
This sound…!
Xiao Chen's hand, which was reaching for the doorknob, suddenly froze in mid-air, as if he had been frozen in place.
His body instantly stiffened, as if frozen by invisible ice, unable to move at all.
A chilling killing intent, originating from the depths of his soul, uncontrollably emanated from his suddenly profound eyes.
His gaze turned cold and sharp, like a blade in the cold night, as if it could pierce through one's soul.
The surrounding air seemed to freeze, as if time itself had stopped flowing at that moment.
Chen Ziyan!
Chen Ziyan from the Chen family of the ancient city!
That voice was like a deep engraving, etched into the depths of his memory, one he would never forget, even if he turned to ashes!
The image of that woman instantly flashed into his mind; she had a beautiful face, but beneath that beautiful exterior lay a wicked heart.
This is the woman who harbored resentment because she couldn't win his heart. She tried to ruin his reputation, like a treacherous viper lurking in the shadows.
She also tried to harm his family, though she ultimately failed, but his hatred for her never faded.
Every time he thought of her, a surge of anger would rise in his heart, an anger like a raging fire, wishing he could burn her to ashes.
In the past, he was like a busy bee, busy handling all sorts of important matters, busy improving his own abilities, and busy expanding his business empire. He simply didn't have time to pay attention to these little fish.
In his view, Chen Ziyan was like an annoying fly, not worth his effort to deal with.
But now, he has plenty of time.
He was like a cheetah that had been lying in wait for a long time, finally having the time and energy to deal with the woman who had hurt him and his family.
His lips curled up slightly, revealing a cold smile, a smile that carried a hint of mockery and murderous intent, as if announcing that Chen Ziyan's doomsday was coming.
Xiao Chen felt as if a ferocious beast, long imprisoned, was roaring wildly inside his chest, and the violent killing intent that was about to burst out of his body surged like a turbulent tide.
His hands unconsciously clenched into fists, his knuckles turning white from the force, his nails even digging deep into his palms, causing a sharp pain, but also bringing him a little more clarity.
However, reason ultimately acted like a sturdy dam, forcefully holding back the murderous intent that was about to burst forth. Killing an ordinary woman was utterly boring to him, like crushing an insignificant ant, offering him no real satisfaction.
What he really wanted to know was who had instigated Chen Ziyan to do that back then.
His gaze was deep, his eyes revealing a sharp insight that seemed to see through everything. He didn't believe that woman had the guts to do that back then.
Although Chen Ziyan is somewhat cunning, she would never have the courage or boldness to plan such a conspiracy against him and his family. There must be someone backing her up and secretly pushing things along.
He wanted this woman to live, to live a good life.
He wanted her to witness firsthand how everything she had once been proud of crumbled and shattered, bit by bit, amidst fear and endless regret.
Like a seemingly sturdy castle, it gradually crumbled and turned into ruins under the erosion of time and the impact of storms.
He wanted her to experience the despair of falling from the clouds to the dust, never to rise again!
That despair would haunt her like a shadow, like a maggot clinging to her bone, gnawing at her soul and causing her to struggle in endless pain.
This is far better than killing her with a knife; it avenges the deep-seated humiliation of that year!
That humiliation was like a deep scar, etched into his heart, and could never be erased.
The icy coldness in his eyes vanished as quickly as the tide receded, and Xiao Chen slowly turned around, his movements elegant and composed, as if the violence of that moment was just a fleeting dream.
His face had returned to its usual indifference, a calm expression like a still lake, without a ripple.
His gaze swept calmly over Chen Ziyan, who stood a few steps away, as if examining an insignificant object, without the slightest emotional fluctuation.
It must be admitted that time seems to have been exceptionally kind to this former top beauty of the ancient city.
Having shed her girlish naiveté, Chen Ziyan now possesses a more mature charm, like a rose blooming in the night, exuding a captivating fragrance while carrying a hint of dangerous allure.
Under the club's soft lighting, the meticulously cared-for skin was as radiant as jade, seemingly glowing with moisture, delicate and smooth.
Wearing a Chanel haute couture dress from the current season, made of the finest fabric, with an exquisite and well-fitting cut, she perfectly outlined her full and alluring curves. Every line was just right, showcasing her nobility and elegance.
Her features remained exquisitely perfect, with eyebrows like distant mountains, eyes like stars, a high nose bridge, and red, sexy lips.
However, the innate arrogance deep within those beautiful eyes, seemingly etched into their very bones, not only did not diminish, but instead became even sharper and more piercing due to the stability of the Chu family's position.
That arrogance was like a sharp dagger, making people afraid to look directly at it, as if getting close would result in being hurt by its sharp aura.
Is the prestige of the Chen family, the most prestigious family in the ancient city, truly the source of all her arrogance?
The Chen family in the ancient city was indeed like a towering mountain, standing firm and unyielding, with its family power deeply rooted and its tentacles extending to every corner of the ancient city.
When the Chen family members walked through the ancient city, they seemed to exude an air of superiority, and others would respectfully make way for them.
As a member of the Chen family, Chen Ziyan grew up in such a luxurious and prestigious environment, enjoying the envious gazes and endless admiration of others.
Her proud demeanor was like that of a peacock spreading its tail feathers, constantly displaying her beauty and extraordinary nature.
But is the Chen family's prestige truly as indestructible as she thought, and can it be a source of lifelong pride for her? (End of Chapter)