The City’s Strongest Son-in-law

Chapter 958: Chapter 957: Reaping the Benefits

”Being able to introduce you and speak with you, even if on the street, is perfectly fine,” the man said with a smile.

”Hehe, your skill in speaking rivals that of my subordinates.” Su Changfeng smiled slightly and said. When Su Changfeng mentioned his subordinate, he was actually referring to Chen Hai. In Su Changfeng’s view, Chen Hai was flattering him.

However, from Chen Hai’s perspective, he did not think he was flattering Su Changfeng; he felt that everything he said was indeed true.

”I will make sure to relay these words to Mr. Shangguan as soon as possible.” After the man finished speaking, he gave a slight bow to Su Changfeng, took a few steps back, and then turned and left.

Watching the man leave, Su Changfeng sighed inwardly. He also felt some pressure, as Shangguan Sichen had thrust such a huge responsibility upon him, even preparing to hand over the Shangguan Family to him. For a moment, he was unsure how to respond.

However, one thing was certain: Su Changfeng would not allow the members of the Shangguan Family to change their last names, which seemed utterly ridiculous to him. Surely, the other members of the Shangguan Family would also feel dissatisfied.

But in terms of the Shangguan Family matters, he didn’t need to think too much for now. Although he had agreed to meet with Shangguan Sichen, it was indeed when he had time, so he probably wouldn’t schedule a meeting with Shangguan Sichen anytime soon.

Now freed from Shangguan Sichen’s restrictions, Su Changfeng no longer had to stay in the Cowpen District; he was now a free man.

Thus, Su Changfeng planned to immediately return to Jiang City and bring Sunian back for Shen Hanxue to see. He couldn’t let Sunian grow up without his mother’s presence right from birth. This was what Su Changfeng wanted most at the moment.

But as Su Changfeng pondered these matters, someone slowly approached him. Watching as this person walked towards him, Su Changfeng couldn’t help but furrow his brows.

Why was he here? Had Shangguan Xuanjie’s death not made him realize that he was not someone to be trifled with?

”Shangguan Wenchuan, why are you here? Have you come to trouble me now, or have you not heard that Shangguan Xuanjie died after receiving my message?” Su Changfeng said coldly. If Shangguan Wenchuan insisted on causing trouble for him, he wouldn’t be polite.

”I already know, but I did not come here to oppose you. I...” Just as he spoke halfway, Shangguan Wenchuan knelt before Su Changfeng and said, ”I came here to ask you not to pursue past grievances and to allow me to stay by your side as your subordinate for life. I am willing to face any trial for you.”

Su Changfeng watched the kneeling Shangguan Wenchuan before him and was truly surprised. Shangguan Sichen had even been indifferent about letting everyone in the Shangguan Family share his surname. Now? Shangguan Wenchuan was kneeling before him, asking to become his subordinate.

To what extent did the Shangguan Family want to join Tuo Shi, willing to make such sacrifices?

After all, Shangguan Wenchuan, like Shangguan Xuanjie before him, knew he might become the head of the Shangguan Family, doing everything possible to ensure his rival died for the position of Family Head. But now? With such deference, even kneeling, how could Su Changfeng not be surprised?

”Shangguan Wenchuan, have you forgotten? My surname is Ye; kneeling before me could very well bring disgrace to your Shangguan Family.” Su Changfeng said.

”You jest. The Shangguan Family’s fame is largely because of its immense wealth; beyond money, there’s little else. However, before you, the Shangguan Family’s worth is insignificant, and I, Shangguan Wenchuan, am even less significant,” Shangguan Wenchuan continued to kneel, speaking respectfully to Su Changfeng.

Su Changfeng felt quite helpless hearing these words and sighed. In Shangguan Wenchuan’s efforts to flatter him, he went as far as belittling the Shangguan Family.

But Su Changfeng wasn’t the type to become arrogant due to flattery; he knew Shangguan Wenchuan’s actions had their own motives.

Otherwise, based on how Shangguan Wenchuan had treated him before, how could he be so servile? Especially traveling such a long distance from the Shangguan Family.

”Shangguan Wenchuan, why have you sought me out? Just say it directly; no need to put on this act in front of me—I don’t have the patience to guess at your intentions.” Su Changfeng asked impatiently.

”I came to wait until you formally join Tuo Shi; naturally, there will be no time or effort to deal with worldly affairs. I want to help you manage these things,” Shangguan Wenchuan said directly.

Su Changfeng laughed after hearing this. Looking at it now, Shangguan Xuanjie seemed immensely foolish, opposing him for the Family Head position, leading to his death. And the result? Shangguan Wenchuan unexpectedly benefitted from it. If Shangguan Xuanjie knew the current situation, he might never rest in peace even in the afterlife.

”In this way, even if you’re not the titular head of the Shangguan Family, you hold real power. Based on this, you’re quite smart. No wonder Shangguan Sichen values you more.” Su Changfeng said with a smile.

In fact, Su Changfeng was mistaken this time—it wasn’t Shangguan Wenchuan but Shangguan Sichen. If it weren’t for that day in the study when Shangguan Sichen intentionally tipped Shangguan Wenchuan off, Shangguan Wenchuan wouldn’t have thought of currying favor with Su Changfeng, nor would his outlook shift so drastically; ultimately, it was because of Shangguan Sichen.

”This is my purpose; I request you permit me to remain by your side.” Shangguan Wenchuan maintained his kneeling posture and spoke respectfully.

”Back then, even if Shangguan Sichen wished to pass the Family Head position to me, I was uninterested in the Shangguan Family’s wealth; even now, I’m not fond of it. After all, worldly possessions hold no meaning for me. I had no intention of managing the Shangguan Family nor desire the Family Head position. Now that you’ve come to me, I will leave this opportunity to you.” Su Changfeng said calmly.

Shangguan Wenchuan was astonished and said excitedly, ”Thank you, thank you; in the future, I will follow your lead, never wavering in allegiance.”

Su Changfeng nodded slightly and then left.

Once Su Changfeng’s figure completely disappeared from Shangguan Wenchuan’s view, Shangguan Wenchuan dared to stand up from the ground.