She Lives without Regret in This Life

Chapter 1596: Chapter 1673: Slandering

As Qin Yue went missing, the domestic situation became increasingly tense, and everyone’s focus shifted to the Northern District. Even from the Northwest District, Shen Ming managed to obtain firsthand information through the connections left by Old Leader Shen.

Having now married the daughter of the Northwest’s Steel King, his status and influence were naturally different from before. With a generous hand, having money made everything much smoother than before, and his confidence was bolstered.

“President, Little Hooligan is completely finished now.” His confidant Rong Lai said gleefully: “Who would have thought he would turn against Xu Qigang? But this is good; it’s like watching them fight like dogs with fur flying everywhere.”

“I always feel there’s something wrong.” Shen Ming felt a bit doubtful in his heart.

He had now made a comeback in the Northwest District, feeling more pressure than ever, forced to relinquish his previous position and switch to a civilian role.

Feeling somewhat like the situation Su Hai was in before.

“Rumor has it he’s fallen into the hands of Keperta. Can Little Hooligan expect anything good? Surviving is already considered fortunate.”

Shen Ming nods, then asks: “What about Su Hai? He also went to Country M; shouldn’t he be back by now?” It’s been quite a while, and previously he didn’t understand the political intricacies. It’s only after taking over a civilian role that he realized how deep the waters ran.

“They say the mission’s long completed, and everyone’s waiting for him to come back! Only the Su Family would have the guts to delay their return like this.”

“I suspect the traitor isn’t Little Hooligan, but rather Su Hai.”

Shen Ming’s words startled Rong Lai, then he laughed slyly, giving a thumbs up.

“President, your tactics are brilliant! Absolutely brilliant.” Whether Little Hooligan betrayed or not is irrelevant; the fact that he stabbed Xu Qigang in the back is already known across the Four Regions. But Su Hai is different; he achieved great success on this trip and upon return, would be promoted three levels.

If this succeeds, who could compete with the Su Family in the future? Bringing down Su Hai would bring Shen Ming one step closer to his goals. After experiencing the blow from the Shen Yu incident and the passing of Old Leader Shen, the Shen Family was no longer as prestigious as before.

All these changes had the greatest impact on Shen Ming. He once was patient, keeping a low profile, enjoying the game of pretending to be weak while actually powerful. But now with the fall of the two major mountains above him, he no longer needed to hide anything.

He is now the only hope of the Shen Family, able to disregard the face of grandpa’s old comrades but must show respect to him.

“So why haven’t you spread the news?” There was a faint glimmer of pride in Shen Ming’s eyes, though he maintained an outwardly righteous demeanor.

When it comes to sowing discord, Shen Ming considered himself second to none.

“I’ll do it right away.”

“Remember to leave no traces.”

“Rest assured, I know how to handle it.”

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Across the ocean, today was the day An’an was returning.

Early in the morning, Sheng Ning had come back from Feng Manor, carrying numerous bags filled with gifts. All prepared with Mary’s help to bring back to An’an as presents for friends and classmates.

She was up until 3 a.m. last night reviewing accounts, and it was too late to return to the villa. Xu Qigang himself came to pick her up in the morning, somewhat displeased with his wife’s relentless hard work.

“Are you upset?”

“No!”

Sheng Ning sneaked a glance at him, cheekily saying: “Your words say one thing, but your heart another.”

While Xu Qigang was staring ahead without speaking, Sheng Ning leaned close, stealing a quick kiss. “Still mad now?”