Chapter 891: Straight-Up Retort
Bai Shishi’s gaze turned unfriendly. People may lie, but their micro-expressions on their bodies often betray them.
Zhou Chenghang’s eyes didn’t seem right just now.
Besides, between Zhou Chenghang and Lin Tian, Bai Shishi wouldn’t even think twice before choosing to trust the latter.
Lin Tian wouldn’t ask like that for no reason; this guy definitely has some unspeakable matters with Jiaming and Xiaogang.
Lin Tian asked a few questions, but the guy refused to admit anything, which is quite normal. Who would admit to being a ’thief’?
"By the way, Shishi, I have news for you," Zhou Chenghang said with a smile. "I’m about to get married. To the daughter of the Ancient Martial Wang Family. When the time comes, you have to join us for a wedding drink."
Zhou Chenghang’s smile was clean and sunny, as if his face was full of sincerity.
In fact, that’s what makes him even more hateful!
Recently, the Bai Family’s murder case shocked the entire Celestial Dragon Continent. The members of the Zhou Family couldn’t possibly be unaware; they not only knew about it but also knew it was the Ancient Martial Wang Family who did it.
Now, talking about alliance with the Ancient Martial Wang Family and inviting Bai Shishi to the wedding party.
Are they not afraid of having the party disrupted?
This is practically a formal declaration of war! A battle between the alliance of Zhou and Wang Families against the Bai Family!
The outcome of this battle hardly leaves any suspense. Although the Bai Family is strong, both the Zhou Family and Ancient Martial Wang Family are not weak. How can one wrist overpower two wrists?
Zhou Chenghang has come to stir trouble, to flaunt, to show off.
Truth be told, the matter reeks of peculiarity. Lin Tian somewhat understands the style of the Ancient Martial Families — they have a high spirit, using ’eyes above the head’ to describe them is not an exaggeration.
Despite the arrogance of the Zhou Family, they are merely just a civilian family, with an immense difference compared to the Ancient Martial Families.
Civilian families might engage in business, or have a group of fierce generals, or make a mark in politics. But they are mostly specialized in one area, and while they wish to broaden their horizons, it’s not easy.
There are countless rules in this world; no matter how powerful a family is, there are limitations that constrain it.
For the Zhou Family, business acts as their constraint. They can excel there, but to step out of this constraint and blend into politics or the military is nearly as hard as ascending to heaven.
The Ancient Martial Families are a different story; they are established families, hundreds or even thousands of years old, with involvement in various domains, unmatched by ordinary families.
But now the Wang Family is experiencing setbacks, essentially being suppressed across the board, even the economy is tight. Otherwise, they wouldn’t choose to ally with the Zhou Family.
The Wang Family needs the Zhou Family’s strength in business.
The Zhou Family needs the Wang Family as a stepping stone, to break free of the constraints.
Bai Shishi’s chest heaved with anger, her face showed hatred, she wished she could spill Zhou Chenghang’s blood on the spot.
But she couldn’t; hurting Zhou Chenghang might bring momentary satisfaction, but it would surely expedite the revenge from Zhou and Wang Families, which is not worth it.
"Haha, isn’t the Zhou Family planning to invite me for the wedding drink?"
It was Liou Zhengming speaking. He shuffled his somewhat chubby body to Bai Shishi’s side.
Then, Yan Xinrou also walked over, standing beside Liou Zhengming, she smiled and said, "What? You invited the Bai Family but not us, the Yan Family? You, young fellow, really don’t understand a thing, hasn’t this lady been standing here for ages; are your eyes blind? Can’t even greet your elders? Let me tell you, even your father wouldn’t dare ignore me!"
Yan Xinrou didn’t care about how thick this guy’s backing was, she just fired back without hesitation.
Zhou Chenghang hurriedly bowed and said, "Yes, yes, it’s my untrained eyes. I didn’t recognize the two of you immediately. The wedding will certainly invite both of you, and I will personally deliver the wedding invitation to your home."
In many large families, it’s rare for women to hold power, especially those who are married off.
But Yan Xinrou was an exception!
This was a woman who was forceful down to her bones; you could call her domineering, call her a tyrant, or say she doesn’t follow the rules.
All those descriptions were accurate; she was exactly that kind of person. But her methods couldn’t be ignored either. In the Yan Family, there’s practically no one who could compare to her, and for that reason, even after marrying into the Liou Family, she remains the helm of the Yan Family.
As for Liou Zhengming’s Liou Family, it’s equally formidable. The combination of these two families makes it impossible for the Zhou Family to provoke them, and that’s also why Yan and Liou Families have remained stable all these years.
Yan Xinrou waved her hand disdainfully and said, "Enough with that. Honestly, I’m not particularly interested in your wedding, who do you think you are? Why would this lady give you so much face?"
Just moments ago, Zhou Chenghang was like a breeze in spring, relaxed and composed. But now, Yan Xinrou’s words left him speechless and his fists clenched tightly, he held back!
Yan Xinrou continued, "However, I will still grace your wedding with my presence and accompany Shishi. Right, my husband?"
Liou Zhengming nodded and said, "Haha, no need to sound so harsh, after all, he’s someone who’s about to be a groom."
After a pause, Liou Zhengming addressed Zhou Chenghang, "Rest assured, we and Shishi will be attending your wedding."
Zhou Chenghang’s face alternated between blue and white; it seemed like he was facing burial rather than a wedding, and his expression couldn’t be grimmer.
Could he not be furious?
Now both Yan and Liou Families are involved, and they are siding with the Bai Family.
Suddenly, the situation became complicated. Zhou Chenghang deeply regretted coming to greet them; instead of showing off, he was figuratively slapped ’pa-pa’ on the face.
He couldn’t understand it at all. Isn’t their daughter with Lin Tian in a relationship? Bai Shishi and Lin Tian are rumored to be together all the time. How could those two still support her?
The more he thought about it, the more complex it seemed to Zhou Chenghang, even giving him a headache.
He took a deep, cool fresh breath, and again bowed to Yan and Liou, saying, "Once the wedding date is set, I’ll deliver the invitations personally. For now, I won’t disturb your enjoyment, it’s time for me to find my partners."
Yan Xinrou impatiently waved her hand, "Go on, go, you talked a bunch of nonsense, I’ve long been annoyed."
The flesh on Zhou Chenghang’s face trembled in anger, but he could only accept the loss, turning around and leaving with his tail between his legs.
After Zhou Chenghang left, Lin Tian gave a thumbs up to Yan Xinrou, saying, "Imposing."
Yan Xinrou gave a light snort and said, "Indeed, he’s just a young one; even if his father came, I’d still fire back!"
After a pause, Yan Xinrou asked, "Did you want to hit the kid just now?"
Lin Tian paused slightly, then chuckled, "Was it that obvious?"
Yan Xinrou nodded, "Very obvious, why didn’t you take action?"
Lin Tian tilted his head, glanced around, and said, "You know, I’ve gained some fame now, fighting in front of so many people... doesn’t seem appropriate, does it?"