The City’s Strongest Son-in-law

Chapter 1118: Chapter 1117: Center of Attention

”Chang Feng, it seems you’d better not come out too often in the future, otherwise people will feel uncomfortable.” Zhu Lie couldn’t help but joke, seeing many people acting cautious and careful.

Su Changfeng rubbed his nose, feeling a bit helpless. He just came to join the fun, not expecting this kind of situation—what could he do?

Looking at how the originally lively and peaceful atmosphere became careful and cautious because of his arrival, Su Changfeng couldn’t help but sigh.

Before long, the Gu Family arrived, and Gu Qing’er dashed over to Shen Hanxue’s side, intimately linking arms with her, her eyes curved in an adorable way.

The little girl liked Shen Hanxue the most. If she ever had a conflict with Su Changfeng, as long as Shen Hanxue stepped in, she could easily tame Su Changfeng. So naturally, she knew who she needed to flatter.

”Sister Hanxue, you look a bit tired. Didn’t sleep well, right? I bet my brother was being difficult, wasn’t he?”

Indeed, Su Changfeng did make quite a commotion last night, so naturally, Shen Hanxue was a bit tired, but it didn’t really count as bullying.

Shen Hanxue shook her head and sighed, saying, ”You know, there were fireworks and firecrackers going off outside all night, how could I possibly sleep well?”

”Maybe Jiang City should just ban fireworks and firecrackers altogether.” Gu Qing’er said, blinking her eyes.

Shen Hanxue felt a bit helpless; she didn’t have the power to control such things. Besides, it’s just one chance a year for people to have such fun. Even if she had the authority, she couldn’t selfishly take away their joy, right?

”You silly girl, it’s not that exaggerated,” Shen Hanxue said with a little laugh.

”Sister Hanxue, how can you say that? It affects your rest, after all. It’s a big deal!” Gu Qing’er responded justifiably.

At this time, those who had mentally prepared themselves finally stepped forward to greet Su Changfeng. Their statuses weren’t particularly high in Jiang City, so just to meet Su Changfeng was already a rare occasion. They never thought of forming any significant connection with him.

However, having seen such an important figure, they still needed to show their faces, as they would regret it for life if they didn’t.

After dealing with those who came to greet him, the Ye Family and Gu Family entered the temple together. They were there to offer incense, and the customary rituals needed to be done properly.

Even if Su Changfeng didn’t believe in such things, it was still necessary to maintain appearances.

There was a line to offer incense, and generally, the more esteemed a person, the more they would offer as incense money, so the temple would prioritize letting them in.

But now that Su Changfeng was there, the news couldn’t be concealed from the others, so naturally, those who had queued early tacitly made way for him.

The closer to the front of the line a person was, the more it signified their extraordinary status in Jiang City; they certainly didn’t want to offend Su Changfeng over something so trivial.

It was known that in today’s Jiang City, no matter how fearfully high one’s status, they wouldn’t dare speak up against Su Changfeng.

After smoothly offering incense, the Ye Family and Gu Family left the temple. Such occasions weren’t suitable for lingering longer, given that Su Changfeng’s status was not what it used to be. Wherever he was, how could there be peace?

Compared to those celebrities, he probably surpassed them all.

Moreover, Su Changfeng’s name represented not only the focus of public attention but also a deterrent that inspired awe.

As just witnessed, the originally relaxed and lively environment became cautious and reserved with Su Changfeng’s arrival.

Zhu Lie was right, as it was clear that nowadays, Su Changfeng wasn’t suited to casually making public appearances—not only for his own comfort but for the comfort of others too.

After sending everyone back to the villa, Su Changfeng followed Zhu Lie and the others to Charming.

Zhu Lie had already guessed what Su Changfeng wanted to say, as this year’s festivities were over, and surely Su Changfeng wouldn’t stay in Jiang City any longer.

”Chang Feng, where do you plan to go this time?” Zhu Lie asked first.

Hearing this, Su Changfeng couldn’t help but sigh, a hint of melancholy in his tone, ”This time, I’m not sure when I’ll be back. Do you think I should go?”

Zhu Lie didn’t know Su Changfeng’s plans, but given his words, it seemed the trip wouldn’t be short.

From Shen Hanxue’s perspective, it was indeed unfair for Su Changfeng to do this. He was her husband and their daughter’s father; they needed his presence.

But Zhu Lie also understood that if Su Changfeng had said such words, it meant there was no refusing whatever mission it was—likely something extremely important that had to be done.

Since that was the case, what stance did he have to convince him to stay?

”You must have already chosen in your heart. Although the decision is difficult, if it’s what you want to do, then do it. Jiang City still has us. I can promise you that as long as I’m here, I will definitely protect your wife and Nian’er.” Zhu Lie promised solemnly.

Having experienced one accident before, Zhu Lie would never allow the same thing to happen again.

With Zhu Lie and the others in Jiang City, and now Huo Tian as well, Su Changfeng naturally wouldn’t worry about his wife and daughter’s safety.

What troubled him most now was that he couldn’t even estimate how long he’d be gone this time, and just thinking about it made him feel sorry for Shen Hanxue.

”Three years. Within three years, no matter the outcome, I will come back. I’ll leave Hanxue and the child to you.” Su Changfeng finally said.

A weight fell in Zhu Lie’s heart.

Three years!

Such a long time was indeed very unfair to Shen Hanxue!

”Brother Changfeng, I’ll go with you,” Wang Tianhu said.

Su Changfeng shook his head; Tuo Shi was not a place just anyone could enter casually. Bringing Chen Qingqing was already an exception, so how could he take Wang Tianhu along too?

”You stay in Jiang City, keep an eye on Nian’er. From now on, you’re Nian’er’s personal bodyguard. Is there a problem?” Su Changfeng said.

”No problem, from now on, I’ll keep an eye on the little girl at all times. Rest assured, nothing will happen!” Wang Tianhu responded earnestly.

”Boss Zhu, I leave Jiang City to you.”

”...”

At the villa, people came one after another to wish the family a happy New Year. Previously, it was only the Gu Family that enjoyed this treatment, but now, the attention had shifted to the Ye Family.

For the Gu Family, they were not displeased by this shift. They even prepared gifts, which Gu Changsheng personally delivered.

However, the Gu Family was still the Gu Family. Their treatment was different from other families. The others who came to offer gifts couldn’t even enter the villa’s gates and only left their gifts behind, said a few words, and left.