Chapter 1998 Core Conflict

Chapter 1999 Core Conflict

Engagement day.

Distinguished guests arrived at the Jiang family's door.

All four major families sent representatives to attend Lu Chengwen and Jiang Xiaohou's engagement ceremony.

White Tooth was resting in the lounge, looking at an ancient book.

A pretty female subordinate brought him a glass of water and put it down: "Master didn't sleep a wink last night. You can take this opportunity to rest now, since there's still some time before the banquet starts."

White Tooth said calmly, "I'm not going to sleep. I'll read for a while and then go to the ceremony."

The subordinate nodded, sat down to the side, held a glass of water, and looked at the sky outside.

"Lu Chengwen is such a scoundrel, he's really lucky to be the son-in-law of the Jiang family. But... the Jiang family's intentions are also outrageous. They clearly don't want Jiang Xiaohou to go and consolidate the great formation, so they're rushing to marry her off."

Bai Fangya frowned slightly, remaining silent.

The female subordinate rested her chin on her hand: "Jiang Xiaohou is a madman, haha. I don't know if Lu Chengwen's move was clever or stupid. In any case, he's in for a rough time. However, as for the Jiang family..."

With his white teeth, he gently tapped his female subordinate on the head with a book: "Don't gossip about other people's business."

The female subordinate pouted and said, "But the Jiang family has an obligation to reinforce the great formation. Won't the other two families object to this?"

White Tooth said, "Perhaps there is another way."

"Ok?"

He smiled slightly, his white teeth gleaming, and looked out the window.

The evening glow shone on his handsome face, making him appear exceptionally dashing, even magnificent.

However, a hint of hesitation and loneliness flickered in her beautiful eyes.

……

Lu Chengwen felt uncomfortable wearing traditional Chinese clothing.

It was too complicated, with several layers and a lot of messy accessories, which made Lu Chengwen, who always preferred a relaxed lifestyle, feel very uncomfortable.

The maids, however, were all overjoyed, and happily served Lu Chengwen, touching up his makeup and tidying his clothes.

The door opened, and Jiang Bo walked in, laughing heartily: "Cheng Wen, not bad. Hmm, you look much more valuable and composed now."

Lu Chengwen quickly stood up and bowed, saying, "Uncle."

Jiang Bo laughed heartily: "After today, I'll have to call you father-in-law."

"Uh... yes."

Lu Chengwen scratched his forehead, unsure of what to say next.

He was completely confused about this matter. If he didn't marry the little monkey, he would have to sacrifice himself to the great formation. If he did marry the little monkey, what would happen to Jiang Yuanshu in the future?

Jiang Bozheng also knew that Lu Chengwen had been reluctant to do this from the very beginning.

Others value the Jiang family's reputation and status. If they could marry into the Jiang family, it would be a blessing for life, like their ancestral graves exploding.

However, Lu Chengwen was extremely wealthy and belonged to a prestigious sect, so he did not rely on the resources and connections of the Jiang family.

Ultimately, it was the result of pressure from his father, himself, and his greedy fourth brother that Lu Chengwen found himself in a moral dilemma. He reluctantly agreed to the request in order to save the little monkey.

"Okay, you guys go out for a bit, I need to talk to Cheng Wen for a couple of minutes."

"Yes."

Everyone left.

Lu Chengwen smiled calmly: "Does Uncle have something to tell you?"

"Well, it's not really a set of instructions."

Jiang Bo casually gestured for Lu Chengwen to sit down, then sat opposite him and let out a long sigh.

“Cheng Wen, I know you’ve always… not really agreed with this.”

Lu Chengwen didn't say anything.

"I admit that the Jiang family is somewhat forcing you into this marriage. But you can rest assured that with me here, the Jiang family will be your support in the future. All four major families will have to give you face, otherwise they will be challenging the Jiang family. In the future, if you want to do something, just let me know. I may not have any other skills, but I am more than capable of winning you face and protecting you in this world."

Lu Chengwen smiled slightly and nodded: "Chengwen will also behave properly and act carefully, so as not to cause trouble for the Jiang family."

Jiang Bo was pleased with this statement and nodded in satisfaction: "Hmm, that's a real man. If any other families gossip later, don't easily express your opinion; I'll handle them."

"it is good."

Having said what he wanted to say, Jiang Bozheng felt slightly embarrassed and had nothing more to say.

He stood up and said, "Then you should rest for a bit, I'll go greet the guests."

Reaching the door, she turned around and said earnestly, "Cheng Wen... thank you."

Lu Chengwen looked at him and said, "I will do my best to take care of the little monkey."

Jiang Bo nodded and walked out.

……

The dinner proceeded as planned.

The matriarch, Xiao Li, sat in the head seat, her expression displeased.

She had always disagreed with the arranged marriage. She disliked Jiang Xiaohou, that madman, and also didn't particularly like Lu Chengwen, that cunning businessman.

She knew that many families would object to Jiang Xiaohou's marriage, but there was nothing she could do. After all, she was just Jiang Shang's aunt, not his biological mother.

There are some things that Jiang Shang has decided, and it's not easy for me to object.

Everything is proceeding normally.

The guests all respected the Jiang family's power and status, and those who were invited here felt extremely honored.

Countless young talents looked at Lu Chengwen with burning envy.

Although Lu Chengwen was dressed in fine clothes, his sleeve got caught halfway through his journey. He irritably tugged at it back and forth, and several maids quickly helped him fix it.

A young man, holding a wine glass, watched from afar: "Tch, I thought Lu Chengwen was some kind of scoundrel, looking like a complete idiot. Damn, he really got lucky to marry into the Jiang family."

"Hehe, you didn't know, did you? He didn't marry into the family; he married her!"

"Ah!?" The man was utterly shocked: "Not a son-in-law marrying into the family!?"

"That's right. You think Lu Chengwen is simple? He's supposedly a disciple of the Heavenly Gang Sect, very influential. And he's also very rich."

"How could the Jiang family have chosen a businessman as their son-in-law? It's outrageous! Look at him, does he even deserve a family like the Jiang family?"

Another person chimed in, "Jiang Xiaohou is a madwoman. She's done so many outrageous things over the years. I bet this President Lu won't be able to stay quiet anytime soon either. Hey, who knows, if he doesn't serve him properly, Jiang Xiaohou might just drag him back to her parents' house with his head, hahaha."

Most people feel resentful towards Lu Chengwen.

So, the stories that Jiang Xiaohou was crazy, otherwise she wouldn't have married him; that Lu Chengwen spent a lot of money to get the Jiang family to reluctantly agree; and that Lu Chengwen had business dealings with the Jiang family, which is why they rewarded him and elevated his status...

Such rumors spread in private.

But the real bigwigs on stage are worried about something else entirely.

Who will safeguard the Mo family's grand formation?

Shouldn't the Jiang family give an explanation for this?

As expected, Mo Chen was the first to speak and ask Jiang Shang this question.

After Mo Chen finished asking his question, the entire room fell silent, everyone staring at Jiang Shang.

The world is unusually quiet. This core contradiction has been brought to the forefront, and if it is not handled properly, it could become the tipping point for conflict.

Since Jiang Shang dared to invite them, he must have made ample preparations.

At this moment, he calmly stood up and said, "The Jiang family has decided to withdraw from the guardianship of the Mo family's grand formation."

His words landed on the ground.

Xia Yongnian's eyes widened in shock, unable to believe it;

Mo Chen's brows were furrowed, and he could not hide his anger;

Bai Fangya calmly picked up the tea, took a sip, and then his cold, sharp gaze suddenly shot towards Jiang Shang.

Lu Chengwen pursed his lips and nodded.

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