Beauty Chairwoman’s Bodyguard Expert

Chapter 1558: Chapter 1551: Lan Xin Blocks the Way

Taking a deep breath, Sima Lingyun looked at Mu Qingchuan and said in a deep voice, “Young Master Mu, is there really no way to stop all this?”

Upon hearing Sima Lingyun’s words, Mu Qingchuan sighed wistfully and said, “There’s no way. Both my Second Grandpa and my Grandpa have agreed, and they have already accepted the betrothal gifts from the Tang family. It’s nearly impossible to go back on it now.”

Hearing Mu Qingchuan’s words, Sima Lingyun let out a helpless sigh. Although he was the leader of the Yanhuang Group, he had no way to intervene in a family matter. If he forcibly intervened, the consequences would be beyond what he could bear.

“Sigh, it seems we can only take each step as it comes. Hopefully, it won’t develop into the worst-case scenario.”

Sima Lingyun rubbed his temples, realizing that the biggest mistake he made in his life was not expelling Lu Tianxing immediately after knowing he had entered China but instead sending people to surveil him. If he had expelled Lu Tianxing at the first opportunity, China wouldn’t have turned into such a turbulent place.

“Sima, I’m sorry.”

Mu Qingchuan glanced at Sima Lingyun, sighing quietly in his heart.

Actually, for this matter, although it’s already settled, it’s not entirely unsolvable. However, Mu Qingchuan chose not to tell Sima Lingyun because he wanted his sister to find happiness.

If, knowing his sister would marry into the Tang family, Lu Tianxing remained indifferent, it would sever Mu Qingxue’s hopes for Lu Tianxing, allowing her to marry into the Tang family with peace of mind and be a stable young mistress. But if Lu Tianxing dared to disrupt the marriage, it would be a perfect opportunity to let Mu Qingxue have the happiness she wanted, instead of a never-ending unrequited love that would ultimately leave her despondent.

“It’s okay, this isn’t your fault.”

Sima Lingyun waved his hand upon hearing Mu Qingchuan, saying, “Young Master Mu, apart from this matter, there’s another thing I would like your help with. This time, only you, Mu Qingchuan, can assist me.”

“Sima, just tell me whatever it is. As long as I can do it, I won’t refuse.” Mu Qingchuan spoke without hesitation. He and Sima Lingyun were friends and he understood Sima Lingyun’s character very well. If it weren’t something particularly important, Sima Lingyun wouldn’t ask for his help.

Upon hearing Mu Qingchuan’s words, Sima Lingyun didn’t hold back, directly stating, “Young Master Mu, this time I’ve come to ask to borrow your intelligence organization.”

“Borrow my intelligence group?”

Hearing this, a trace of confusion flashed across Mu Qingchuan’s face, not understanding why Sima Lingyun would say that.

In theory, the intelligence known to the Yanhuang Group should be far superior to the intelligence group under his command. His intelligence group was something he had cobbled together himself at most, just a second-rate intelligence group. At times, to obtain certain information, he would still need to rely on the intelligence organization nurtured by the Mu Family.

“Sima, what matter requires borrowing the intelligence system I’ve created? You know as well as I do that my intelligence system is just a plaything. It’s practically impossible to investigate anything substantial.” Mu Qingchuan said to Sima Lingyun with a bitter smile.

“I know.”

Sima Lingyun looked at Mu Qingchuan, took a deep breath, and said, “But this time, I have no choice but to borrow your intelligence group. You also know that recently Avril, the Holy Daughter of the Church, has arrived in Beijing and has been frequently interacting with the major families there. I think you should be aware of the real reason why Avril has come to China. If she unites with those families, the chaos that could ensue can easily be imagined. You’re aware of the current situation in the Yanhuang Group. Even though I’m aware of the Yang family’s influence within the Yanhuang Group, there’s no guarantee there aren’t others. If word of the Yanhuang Group’s surveillance on Avril gets out, it could cause an even bigger conflict. However, your intelligence system belongs solely to you, so even if detected, it wouldn’t have too significant an impact, making you the best person to help me monitor her.”

Upon hearing Sima Lingyun’s explanation, Mu Qingchuan nodded in agreement. “No problem, I will take care of this matter. However, Sima, you don’t really intend to intervene in this, do you?”

“Intervene we must once Lu Tianxing is killed by the Church. You understand the implications better than I do. With Old Sir Lu and Cangwu combined, they could turn the West upside down, making us the target of all, not worth the risk. But by getting to the bottom of things, I can ensure Lu Tianxing doesn’t die. As long as Lu Tianxing survives, Avril’s conspiracy cannot succeed.”

Sima Lingyun sighed slightly before continuing, “In the same vein, I must also ensure Avril doesn’t die. If Avril were to be killed, considering the Church’s style, it might trigger a war between the East and West. Should things escalate to that extent, it would become a major problem.”

Upon hearing Sima Lingyun’s words, Mu Qingchuan nodded and said, “Alright, I understand. I’ll take care of monitoring Avril.”

“Alright, it’s in your hands.”

Sima Lingyun nodded, saying no more. Instead, he picked up the teapot beside him, poured a cup of tea for both himself and Mu Qingchuan, inhaling the rich aroma of tea while gazing out the window, lost in thought.

…

Meanwhile, in Modu, after having breakfast, Lu Tianxing, Bai Zhiqing, and Lin Qianru didn’t linger outside but drove directly to Bai’s Group. After dropping Bai Zhiqing and Lin Qianru at the entrance, Lu Tianxing drove alone towards the underground parking lot.

After parking the car in the underground garage, Lu Tianxing got out and headed straight into the elevator, going up to the top floor of Bai’s Group.

After the elevator stopped at the top floor, Lu Tianxing stepped out and headed directly to Bai Zhiqing’s office. As he was passing by Lan Xin’s desk, Lan Xin called out to him.

“Lu Tianxing.”

Hearing Lan Xin call out to him, Lu Tianxing paused for a moment, then immediately flashed a cheeky grin. “Secretary Lan, why are you calling me? Could it be you’ve finally made up your mind and decided to be my bed~warmer~girl? But it seems like now isn’t the right time. How about tonight?”

“Lu Tianxing, your mouth is so foul. Sometimes I really want to tear it apart.”

Lan Xin glanced at Lu Tianxing as if she had become immune to his shamelessness, then said, “Lu Tianxing, I heard something today. Is it true that Luan Hongyue, who recently joined the company, is your woman?”

Looking at Lan Xin’s gossipy expression, Lu Tianxing said with a face full of exasperation, “Secretary Lan, since when did you become so gossipy? Where did you hear this rumor?”

“Of course, inside the company.”

Lan Xin stared at Lu Tianxing and said, “Now everyone in the company is talking about how Miss Luan became the president of Hope Charity Foundation because of you. Lu Tianxing, I admire you more and more. You’ve already married Mr. Bai, been ambiguously involved with Manager Lin, and now you’re flirting with Miss Luan. Lu Tianxing, I find that you’re not good at anything else, but you’re quite skilled at romancing women. Aren’t you afraid that one day it’ll all fall apart and you’ll drown in the river? Can you tell me how you manage to juggle multiple relationships at once?”

Hearing Lan Xin’s words, Lu Tianxing was speechless. When did this girl become so gossipy? When did he get involved with Luan Hongyue?

“I say, Secretary Lan, could you please think positively about me for once? Plus, I have nothing to do with Hong Yue, okay?”

Hearing Lu Tianxing’s words, Lan Xin couldn’t help but show a face full of disdain. “Oh, Hong Yue, you’re calling her so intimately and saying there’s nothing between you two? Lu Tianxing, who are you trying to fool? Do you think I’m stupid?”

“You are stupid.”

“What did you say, Lu Tianxing? Try saying that again.”

Lan Xin seemed like a cat who had its tail stepped on, and her pretty face immediately showed a hint of anger.

“Why should I say it again? A real man never repeats himself.”

“A real man?”

Lan Xin looked at Lu Tianxing with a face full of contempt and said with a cold smile, “You call yourself a real man? I think you’re just a sleazy guy, a womanizer chasing after every skirt. How could Mr. Bai possibly like a disaster like you? It’s really unfair.”

“Secretary Lan, what do you mean I’m a womanizer chasing skirts? I have genuine feelings, okay? Plus, I’m well-endowed, skilled, and handsome. Isn’t attracting women’s attention okay? Just say one more bad thing about me, and I’ll show you that I deserve those words.”

As he spoke, Lu Tianxing’s gaze lingered on Lan Xin’s Holy Maiden Peak, his fingers rubbing together with a cheeky smile on his face like a creepy old man.

“Really? You should try it if you dare. I don’t believe Mr. Bai wouldn’t deal with this matter, hmph.”

Hearing Lu Tianxing’s words, Lan Xin suddenly stood up from her chair, looking at him with a provocative expression, and even puffed out her chest towards him, full of challenge.

Seeing this scene, Lu Tianxing suddenly felt embarrassed. Why after just a day did the women around him become so fierce? First Xue Bing, and now Lan Xin. Who knows who it would be next?

“Secretary Lan, do you know the price a woman pays for provoking a normal man?”

Saying this, Lu Tianxing’s eyes began to lustfully stare at Lan Xin’s proud assets, his gaze practically doing rounds on her body.

One has to admit, Lan Xin is a stunning beauty. Although her aura doesn’t match Bai Zhiqing or Lin Qianru, that youthful face resembling a typical high school student is attractive to any man.

PS: Ugh, speechless. This lousy weather, in the next fifteen days, at least half are rainy, the other half are cloudy, so frustrating!!!