ASTNovels Chapter 999 Zhou Renjie Makes His Move
Chapter 999 Zhou Renjie Makes His Move
"What? Uncle is unwell and can't attend the engagement party?"
"Not only was he unable to participate, but he also had a conflict earlier and was locked up?"
Gao Xiao'e finally managed to get some information about Xiao Wenbo out of a woman, and her mouth dropped open in astonishment.
"Miss, please don't tell anyone, and especially don't say that I told you this."
Although the entire Xiao family knows about this, if you expose me, Madam will definitely kick me out of the Xiao family.
The woman said worriedly.
"Okay, I won't tell!"
Gao Xiao'e smiled and comforted her, "Besides, everyone in your Xiao family knows about this. Isn't it only natural that I know? How could anyone suspect you?"
The woman was somewhat relieved upon hearing this, and quickly turned around to attend to other matters.
There was no one else in the room. Gao Xiao'e turned to look at Xiao Min.
At this moment, Xiao Min's face had already changed drastically. Her brother, Xiao Wenbo, had actually been locked up by the Xiao family and was not even allowed to attend his own daughter's engagement banquet. This was simply outrageous!
He didn't think about why the Xiao family would do this; all he felt was heartache and indignation for his brother.
"Mom, that old woman and Xiao Yuanqing are getting more and more outrageous!"
Gao Xiao'e shouted as she vented her anger, "They actually locked up my uncle just like that, it's outrageous!"
As soon as she finished speaking, her heart skipped a beat: Oh no! The Xiao family locked up her uncle because they were afraid he would ruin the engagement banquet. Would they also target her to prevent her from causing trouble?
The thought flashed through her mind, and then sent a chill down her spine.
This is, after all, Xiao family territory. If they tie him up and lock him in the dungeon, the consequences would be unimaginable.
"Xiao'e, what's wrong?"
Seeing Gao Xiao'e's expression change drastically, Xiao Min quickly asked.
She was now extremely nervous and even regretted bringing Gao Xiao'e to the Xiao family.
"N-nothing, I was just a little worried..."
Gao Xiao'e stammered.
What are you worried about?
"Don't ask anymore, I'll call Jie now and ask him what we should do!"
Fearing that telling the truth would frighten Xiao Min, Gao Xiao'e immediately thought of Zhou Renjie and dialed his number.
Zhou Renjie had always been concerned about Gao Xiao'e. He knew his own woman's personality best: loud voice and explosive temper. The Xiao family clearly didn't like them, and they might suffer some grievances.
Upon seeing Gao Xiao'e's call, he almost immediately pressed the answer button.
After hearing the whole story of Xiao Wenbo's imprisonment, Zhou Renjie's lips curled into a cold smile. The Xiao family actually managed to imprison Xiao Ran's own father in order to ensure that Xiao Ran's engagement banquet would proceed smoothly. That Madam Xiao really has some tricks up her sleeve.
"Jay, tell me quickly, what should we do? Will they lock us up like they did with Uncle Guan, to prevent us from causing trouble?"
Gao Xiao'e asked.
"Yes, and most likely yes," Zhou Renjie affirmed. "Given their style of doing things, they're bound to worry that you'll ruin the engagement ceremony."
"What should I do now?"
“The last thing they want is for you to appear at the engagement party. The only way to avoid being locked up right now is for you to offer not to go and stay in your room. Only then will they feel at ease.”
"Are you telling me not to go to the event, to compromise with them, and just watch them smoothly complete the engagement banquet?"
Gao Xiao'e was instantly furious.
What she hopes for most now is that Xiao Ran's engagement banquet will be ruined, making the Xiao family lose face.
“The Xiao family has indeed gone too far. Xiao Ran is a vicious woman, and her mother is even more despicable. This matter must not be left unresolved.”
Zhou Renjie muttered to himself as he racked his brains, "Let me think about it..."
"I've got it! I'll use Xiao Wenbo to do my dirty work!"
He then told Gao Xiao'e about the plan he had come up with.
Upon hearing this, Gao Xiao'e cheered.
Since the Xiao family dislikes them, Madam Xiao is so hateful, and Xiao Ran is so despicable and shameless, why not disgust them thoroughly and make this engagement banquet lose all face!
After hanging up the phone, Zhou Renjie immediately made two more calls.
Although the group doesn't have much business in the capital, it does have a branch office and has enough manpower and resources to help Gao Xiao'e succeed.
Meanwhile, Xiao Yuanqing quickly received a phone call: "The vehicle will arrive in twenty minutes!"
For a super-powerful family like the Xiao family, pomp and appearance are of paramount importance.
Although the distance from their residence to the Imperial Capital Building wasn't far, they still had to use a fleet of luxury cars. Moreover, a feng shui master had already calculated the exact time for them to get in the cars and depart, leaving no room for error. Even the vehicles they used had many rules and regulations.
"I'm going to see that mother and daughter right now. If that little girl knows what's good for her and cooperates, fine. But if she doesn't, don't blame me for taking drastic measures!"
After Madam Xiao finished speaking, she hurriedly walked towards the room of Gao Xiao'e and her daughter, accompanied by Xiao Yuanqing's wife.
In ordinary families, it's often difficult for sisters-in-law to get along, even in a large family like the Xiao family. Especially when it comes to family interests, the sister-in-law sees her sister-in-law as a thorn in her side, fearing that the other woman will take away even the smallest share of the profits.
Moreover, Gao Xiao'e had previously caused a scene, which further fueled the dissatisfaction of her sister-in-law.
Just as the two were about to step into the room, a maid who had been standing by hurriedly went up to them: "Madam, Miss has a request for me to convey. I was just about to come and find you!"
Madam Xiao frowned immediately and asked in an unfriendly tone, "What nonsense did she say again, and what unreasonable demands did she make?"
"That's right, Miss Biao seems particularly angry and furious right now. For some reason, she's quite dissatisfied with our eldest young lady and keeps shouting that even if she's beaten to death, she won't attend the eldest young lady's engagement banquet."
As the maid spoke, she looked cautiously at Madam Xiao, afraid that she would get angry. "She also asked me to pass on a message, saying that even if you come to carry her in a sedan chair with eighteen bearers, she will not go unless, unless you apologize to her properly and beg her to go."
To the maid's surprise, Madam Xiao and Madam Xiao Yuanqing's wife were not angry after hearing these words; in fact, their originally unpleasant expressions softened considerably.
However, Madam Xiao still said coldly, "Carry her in an eighteen-bearer sedan chair? Does she even deserve it?"
We only invited them because we are relatives.
Since she's ungrateful, we won't force her; let her stay in the room.
She paused, then her tone became stern: "Remember my words, keep a close eye on that little girl, go along with her wishes, don't let her step out of the room, and don't allow her to cause trouble!"
"If you don't keep a close eye on her and she causes any trouble, don't blame me for kicking you out of the Xiao family!"
Madam Xiao was secretly overjoyed. She was just wondering how to bring it up when Gao Xiao'e took the initiative to suggest not going, which was exactly what she wanted!
"Yes, Madam! We will definitely keep a close eye on Miss Biao and ensure she doesn't cause any trouble!"
The man quickly nodded in agreement.
Madam Xiao glanced at the closed door again, exchanged a look with Xiao Yuanqing's wife, nodded in tacit agreement, and then turned and left.
Xiao Ran soon found out, and his mood immediately improved.
As long as Xiao Wenbo and Gao Xiao'e, those two troublemakers, don't show up, this engagement banquet will definitely go smoothly and be a great success!