Chapter 244 - Chapter 244: Commercial Marriage
Chapter 244: Commercial Marriage
Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
Jiang Chun appeared surprised upon spotting Shen Jun. A smile graced her lips as she approached, greeting, “Wen Nian, Shen Jun, I didn’t expect to see you back in the capital on New Year’s Day.”
Shen Jun ignored Wei Lai but acknowledged Jiang Chun, responding, “We decided it spontaneously. Wen Nian’s here for their production team’s celebration.”
Because there were outsiders around, Wen Nian retracted her hand and nodded indifferently as usual as a greeting.
Wei Xiao hadn’t seen Wen Nian for over a year. While she had appeared unchanged in movies, seeing her before him underscored her increasing beauty. Her disposition now was markedly different from the person he recalled.
Wei Xiao couldn’t recollect their initial meeting, but he remembered that Wen Nian used to dress conservatively and exhibit restrained behavior. She’d doted on him openly, often going to great lengths to catch his attention, doing all sorts of endearing yet slightly embarrassing things.
Jiang Chun continued chatting with Shen Jun for a while before gesturing towards Wei Xiao and introducing him, “Shen Jun, allow me to introduce Wei Xiao, the young master of Wei Corporation in Hai City. Wei Lai is his cousin.”
Jiang Chun nodded towards Wei Xiao, making the introduction, “Wei Xiao, meet Young Master Shen from the Shen family in the capital.”
Wei Xiao’s focus shifted as Jiang Chun spoke, and he moved towards Shen Jun, extending his hand with a respectful smile. “Greetings, Young Master Shen.”
This marked Shen Jun’s first encounter with Wei Xiao. Given Wen Nian’s past as his fiancee, he paid particular attention to Wei Xiao.
After a quick assessment, he withdrew his gaze. One hand remained in his pocket, while the other continued to caress Jueying’s fur. His response was unenthusiastic and his tone casual, “Hello.”
Wei Xiao had never been treated so coldly before. In Hai City, who didn’t address him respectfully as Young Master Wei? A flicker of annoyance passed his face before he suppressed it. Regaining his composure, he retracted his hand, recognizing the Shen family’s prominent status. Even if it were a Shen family dog present, it deserved more respect than an ordinary person.
Wen Nian observed the group of four, well aware of their ill intentions towards her. She sounded an internal alarm, swiftly altering her strategy and opting for a proactive approach.
Directing her attention to Jiang Ning, Wen Nian feigned curiosity, “Jiang Ning, didn’t you go overseas? 1 thought you had no intention of returning.”
Jiang Ning grasped the implications behind Wen Nian’s words. Mocking her for her past humiliation and her subsequent departure, Jiang Ning felt a surge of anger.
However, when she thought of Wen Nian and Wei Xiao’s previous relationship, Jiang Ning immediately reached out and held Wei Xiao’s arm. Her eyes were filled with the intention of showing off and declaring her sovereignty. “My fiance and 1 came back for the engagement ceremony during the winter break. Marriage is indeed about matching family backgrounds. Those who try to break these rules will not succeed in the end.”
Had Wen Nian still harbored feelings for Wei Xiao, Jiang Ning’s words would’ve packed a hundred percent punch. Unfortunately for Jiang Ning, Wen Nian’s current emotions rendered her remarks ineffective.
Wen Nian didn’t expect these two families to get together. This was becoming more and more different from her previous life. The Wei family’s involvement in the Jiang family’s affairs carried motives beyond mere kindness. Contemplating the influence wielded by both families, she discerned that the Wei family perceived value in the Jiang family’s capital connections.
What kind of place was the capital? A den of hidden talents and latent potential. A stray pebble on the road could harbor the power to harm others. The Wei family sought to extend their influence here.
Wen Nian knew that she had to hurry up with her plan. If they really formed an alliance, it would be even more disadvantageous for her. However, she only shrugged and replied nonchalantly, “Then 1 hope you will be happy in this commercial marriage.”
The term ‘commercial marriage’ jabbed at Jiang Ning. An irritated flush crept over Jiang Ning’s face, but she understood Wei Xiao’s intentions. Regardless of his motives, as long as he stood by her side, she would invest time to earn his affection. Unlike Wen Nian, her current arsenal consisted of only acidic retorts.
Jiang Chun averted his gaze, uncomfortable with the tense atmosphere. Turning to Wen Nian, she commented awkwardly, “My apologies. 1 should’ve inquired more diligently. Had I known you were visiting the racecourse, 1 would’ve taken them elsewhere.”
Originally, it was nothing. When Jiang Chun said this, it made people feel that Wen Nian and Wei Xiao still had some unclear matters because of their previous engagement.
Wen Nian chuckled. “There’s no need to pick a date to come to the racecourse. If I can come, you can naturally come too..”