Supreme Heir Son-in-law

Chapter 196: Chapter 196: Nitpicking

"First of all, let’s be clear, the Xu Group will not be involved in this matter, and I myself will not participate in any of your actions. Also, I won’t be at your beck and call. If you can accept this, then we can consider it cooperation. If not, I’ll pretend I didn’t hear any of this." Xu Ke’s voice grew increasingly cold, like the winter wind, cutting through you painfully.

But Chu Lian didn’t mind, "It’s okay, I don’t mind." Chu Lian said excitedly.

Then her cheeks turned an odd shade of red, and she said, a bit shyly, "I heard from Rongrong that you’ve auctioned a Heart of Eternity at the auction house. It’s said to be beautiful. Can I take a look at it?"

"No." Xu Ke flatly refused, causing Chu Lian’s expression to freeze abruptly. But remembering Xu Ke had just agreed to stay by her side, she held back the anger rising within her and put a smile back on her face.

"It’s getting late; I still have things to attend to, so I’ll be leaving first. Take care and I wish you a speedy recovery." Xu Ke stood up from the chair and said calmly, without any fluctuation in his voice. Without giving Chu Lian a chance to say anything else, he pushed the door open and walked out, his steps quick as if something were chasing him.

"Family Head, did something happen? You seem like you’ve encountered some trouble," Housekeeper Zhao asked concernedly, looking at Xu Ke, who was frowning deeply.

"There’s been a bit of a hiccup in the plan." Xu Ke slumped on the sofa, rubbing his head, his voice slightly heavy.

"What kind of hiccup, Family Head? Why not speak it out; maybe I can give you some advice." Housekeeper Zhao made a cup of calming tea for Xu Ke and said softly.

arrangements earlier. I won’t be content if I withdraw now, but if

Zhao didn’t know what

Family Head makes a decision early regarding this matter. The longer you delay, the

Zhao, I understand. I’ll handle this properly, it’s just that I’m a bit unsure about what to do now, but I’ll make the right

the Chu Family will be finished. She won’t have any power or influence by then. And even if the Chu Family is still around, with their resources, she still can’t really do anything to you. You’re the head of the

stopping me from making a decision isn’t this matter, but her feelings for me. If it were just about power and influence, would I be afraid?" Xu Ke raised an eyebrow and asked

woman’s affection to achieve one’s goals is a very despicable thing. I can’t get

with no real difference. You need not feel burdened by this. You didn’t ask Miss Chu to fall in love with you, so you don’t need to feel conflicted or troubled by this. You’re an outstanding man; it’s perfectly normal for a girl

will be countless similar responsibilities tying you down in the future.

you’re right. I was overthinking things before. Now I know what to do." Xu Ke, after hearing Housekeeper Zhao’s words, felt as if a hand had brushed away the fog in front of him, making everything instantly

have been muddle-headed to worry about such unnecessary things." Xu Ke laughed softly, his demeanor returning to

just too kind-hearted. But sitting in your position, sometimes you need to put away that kindness. Too much kindness isn’t a good thing; it just gives others a handle to attack you." Housekeeper Zhao stood by Xu Ke’s side, looking at him

looked at Housekeeper Zhao with a smile in his eyes, an affinity he himself hadn’t noticed. Housekeeper Zhao, seeing Xu Ke like this, felt slight ripples in the deep, dark ocean

the Empire where the sun never sets, his smile as

wouldn’t know what to