Chapter 449 Rumors are just rumors

Chapter 449 Rumors are just rumors

“There are only a few among the younger generation in Haicheng.” Madam Tao said this while looking at Chi Qian with a complicated expression. “What will you do if Chi Jing really marries Xie Yi?”

The Qin family has complicated circumstances, making it unsuitable for her to marry into their family.

The Li family has no family heir, only company heirs cultivated by Li Zhishen himself.

After looking at it from all angles, Xie Yi is the most suitable among the four major families!

"I don't even know how to address you," Chi Qian said.

Madam Tao looked at her with disappointment and frustration.

Chi Qian said unhurriedly, seemingly indifferent to everything: "Should I say that you are too confident in Chi Jing, or that you underestimate Xie Yi's requirements for a partner?"

“Look at her.” Madam Tao turned her gaze to Jiang Ruan, clearly wanting her to uphold justice. “Every time I talk to her about serious matters, she starts rambling on about this and that.”

“I think Qianqian makes a good point.” Jiang Ruan made sure she addressed him correctly. “If Chi Jing wants to marry into the Xie family, there is so much she needs to learn. Just those etiquette rules alone will keep her busy for a long time.”

Within the wealthy and powerful families.

Every word and action, every way of treating others and receiving guests, must be done in accordance with etiquette.

Chi Jing grew up in an ordinary family and was unfamiliar with many of the rules and regulations of the Xie family and the surrounding social circles.

"Besides, the Xie family might not necessarily agree to this marriage." Jiang Ruan thought of Xie Yi, whom she had met once before. Although they didn't talk much, she could tell from their first meeting that he wasn't someone controlled by his family.

Chi Qian slightly raised her chin: "Listen to it."

Madam Tao opened her mouth.

Unexpectedly, the lobbyist they invited turned out to be from Ike Shallow's side.

"Can……"

“Even if the Xie family really agrees, Xie Yi, as the person involved, has his own considerations,” Jiang Ruan continued. “Not to mention that he and Qianqian are good friends.”

Unless Xie Yi has really lost his mind.

Otherwise, they wouldn't have chosen Chi Jing.

Madam Tao paused, pondering Jiang Ruan's words.

"What if?" She was still somewhat worried.

“That’s a year or two from now,” Jiang Ruan analyzed rationally. “By then, Xie Yi might have already married someone else.”

Madam Tao did not speak again.

It's clear that she was convinced by Jiang Ruan's explanation.

If Chi Jing wants to have the social standing to marry into the Xie family, she will indeed need a long period of learning and grooming, after all, marrying into the Xie family means becoming the future matriarch's wife. Before she is properly trained, Old Chi will not expose this, at most she will be encouraged to have more contact with Xie Yi.

Seeing that her mother had taken her words to heart, Chi Qian felt a little relieved. She picked up her drink and clinked glasses with Jiang Ruan, her eyes filled with obvious gratitude.

After the dinner.

Chi Qian didn't get on the bus.

She leaned over the car window and said to Mrs. Tao, "You go back first, I need to talk to Jiang Ruan about something."

"Okay." Madam Tao had no objection to this.

After watching the car leave, Chi Qian looked at Jiang Ruan seriously and nudged her with her elbow: "Let's go, Ms. Jiang."

The two strolled around the streets together for a while.

It started as just casual conversation.

Later in the conversation, Chi Qian returned to the earlier topic: "That's just how my mom is. She gets anxious easily at the slightest thing. Next time she wants to talk to you, just make an excuse to refuse."

Jiang Ruan: "I understand."

Chi Qian: "What?"

Jiang Ruan: "Your mother."

"I thought you understood how difficult it was for my ears," Chi Qian smiled.

"What do you think about this?" Jiang Ruan asked.

“Xie Yi is arrogant and looks down on everyone.” Chi Qian said, word by word, her emotions as stable as ever. “Even if the old man gives Chi Jing more resources and packages her up the best, Xie Yi will not agree.”

A hint of surprise flashed in Jiang Ruan's eyes.

Chi Qian: "Are you trying to ask me why I didn't tell my mom these things?"

Jiang Ruan: "Mm."

“She’s used to being anxious, so no matter what I say, she’ll just think it’s my one-sided opinion.” Chi Qian followed her into the luxury goods section of the mall, continuing as they looked around, “Plus, after those two siblings were brought to our home, I didn’t show much hostility…”

She didn't say anything more after that.

But Jiang Ruan understands.

"What do you like?" Chi Qian asked her. "I'll give it to you."

Jiang Ruan: "Hmm?"

Chi Qian: "I'm in a good mood and want to spend money."

Jiang Ruan looked at the various familiar high-end luxury brands, but her heart remained unmoved.

"What kind of expression is that?" Chi Qian said. "You don't like it?"

"I can't accept a gift without doing anything in return." Jiang Ruan walked out of the store with her and said in her tone, "Giving me a gift out of the blue just makes me wonder if Ms. Chi is trying to trap me."

Chi Qian smiled: "Is that kind of person?"

Jiang Ruan: "Yes."

Chi Qian: "If I dig it up, will you jump?"

Jiang Ruan: "It depends on your performance."

“You’ve changed.” Chi Qian’s emotions remained as stable as ever. “Give me back my cute and naive Jiang Ruan.”

The two were playfully fighting.

We've already explored more than half of the mall.

After going around and seeing that Jiang Ruan showed no interest in anything, Chi Qian couldn't help but ask, "You seem so indifferent; could it be that the rumors in the industry are true?"

"What?" Jiang Ruan asked.

"Huo Zhizhou has bought luxury goods from all over the world and put them in front of you." Chi Qian used to just be a bystander, but now she's genuinely curious. "How many walls are covered with jewelry and handbags?"

Jiang Ruan was stunned for a moment.

Saying it's several walls isn't quite accurate.

Huo Zhizhou actually bought her enough jewelry to fill several rooms, but only the newest and collectible pieces were displayed openly.

"Why aren't you saying anything?" Chi Qian asked.

“You said it yourself, it’s just a rumor.” Jiang Ruan didn’t answer directly. When Huo Zhizhou brought Su Anran back, he asked how he could be sure those things were given to her and not kept by himself.

"That expression? Is something bothering you?" Chi Qian was a detail-oriented person and could always easily notice changes in the emotions of those around her.

"Let's not talk about me anymore, let's talk about you and Xie Yi." Jiang Ruanzhuan changed the subject, asking a question instead of answering, "From what you just said, it seems you know him quite well."

Chi Qian: "After all, we grew up together."

Jiang Ruan: "No wonder."

Chi Qian looked at her, and Jiang Ruan quickly noticed because he made no attempt to hide it.

A hint of doubt flashed in her eyes: "What's wrong?"

"I thought you would ask me why I didn't choose to marry him since I knew him so well." Chi Qian's emotions only switched between stability and a faint smile.

Jiang Ruan: "You said that before."

She wanted her father to see her worth.

She wanted to prove to her family that she was no less capable than Chi Yuan.

She understood, so she never stabbed her in the back.

"I knew I hadn't misjudged you." Chi Qian took her arm and said as they walked out, "Let's go to my company, I have something to show you."

Jiang Ruan: "?"

Chi Qian: "I was planning to tell you tomorrow, but since you're here, let's go take a look now."

Seeing that the plan had changed, Jiang Ruan had no choice but to cancel her trip to Si Ning's place today.

It's fortunate that she didn't go.

Otherwise, we'd run into Huo Zhizhou.