novelraw Chapter 126 This is My Good Sister
Chapter 126 This is My Good Sister
6:00 PM, Liancheng.
"President, news from the old mansion, the young madam has not left the secret room, she still has not been given food or water, and the old madam suggests that we speak again after detaining her for two days," Si Ran reported softly.
Pei Liyan had just donned his suit and was tying his tie, he glanced at Si Ran and said in a deep voice, "Qiao Rui didn’t make a mistake, did she?"
Si Ran shook his head and reiterated, "No, the young madam said she would rather die than comply."
Pei Liyan paused slightly, his handsome face showing no emotion, but a glint flashed through his eyes.
Rather die than comply.
The image of Qiao Rui’s stubborn face emerged in his mind, and for some reason, it suddenly merged with Ruirui’s stubbornness.
He froze momentarily, then pursed his lips and said, "If that’s the case, let’s talk again in two days."
Si Ran seemed to want to say something more but ultimately closed his mouth.
6:30 PM.
Ludao Club, the largest commercial club in Liancheng.
When Pei Liyan arrived with Fang Mo and Si Ran, it was almost dark.
After parking the car, they went straight to the dinner restaurant.
Song Xun, in a suit and polished shoes, came up to greet them with a light smile, "Mr. Pei, we meet again!"
Pei Liyan nodded slightly, "Mr. Song, it has been a while since Xinyang, I thought it would be much longer before we met again, but work has brought us together so soon."
Song Xun smiled, looking towards Fang Mo and Si Ran. "I recognize Assistant Fang, and this beautiful lady must be one of your most capable officers?"
"Si Ran, my accompanying secretary," Pei Liyan said.
"Mr. Song, it’s a pleasure," Si Ran greeted Song Xun.
"Hello, Miss Si," Song Xun nodded slightly and then addressed Pei Liyan, "Come, Mr. Pei, let me introduce you to some of the industry leaders from Liancheng."
Soon after, he began to mingle with Pei Liyan.
The gathering was lively with clinking glasses and cheerful toasts.
It started in the banquet hall and then moved to a private room; several men entered the large room.
After discussing business, Pei Liyan kept silent; his presence was overwhelming and cold when he didn’t speak.
Several uniformed girls came in, sitting around the men.
Both Pei Liyan and Song Xun had such strong presences that the girls initially didn’t dare to get too close.
However, a couple of bolder ones started moving closer to Pei Liyan, their sultry eyes and soft voices enough to melt any man’s resolve.
"Sir, would you like whiskey or XO?"
Pei Liyan leaned back, his expression cold and emotionless, and said in a cold voice, "Stay away from me."
The girl was startled, hesitated, then looked at Pei Liyan and spoke softly, "Sir, are you unhappy? I can help you relax."
Pei Liyan said coldly, "No need!"
The girl was chilled by his icy words, a look of astonishment sprang up, and seeing his cold gaze, she immediately backpedaled.
The girls also clustered around Song Xun, though he didn’t shoo them away, his indifference to the flirtatious women was quite apparent.
Meanwhile, the other merchants were joyfully engaged, surrounded by beauties and toasting merrily.
At that moment, the door to the private room was pushed open, and a cheerful female voice rang out, "Wow, it’s bustling in here!"
Everyone turned towards the door.
Pei Liyan was surprised; he hadn’t expected to see Song Muyu here.
She was dressed in a black and white polka-dotted mesh light evening gown, off-the-shoulder, revealing her elegant collarbones and the sensual hollow of her neck, exuding a fresh yet intense femininity, like a siren.
As she appeared, Song Xun’s eyes tightened, and his gaze fixed on Song Muyu.
Song Muyu stood at the door, her eyes twinkling with light laughter, her gaze resting on Song Xun who was on the couch.
The two of them looked at each other, neither spoke, but their eyes were filled with an intense, icy light.
The girl sitting next to Song Xun was practically nestled in his arms.
The man was clad in a suit, his white shirt collar as white as snow, impeccable and untouched by the mundane world, and his gaze swept over mysteriously.
When Muyu saw this scene, she suddenly laughed crisply, "Brother, I just came to Ludao for some engagements and I heard you were here, so I came over to say hi."
Song Xun raised his eyebrows slightly, "Since you’re here, come and sit for a while."
"Sure!" Muyu walked in.
The other gentlemen spoke, "Turns out it’s Mr. Song’s sister, Miss Song. She’s really beautiful. Welcome, our beautiful Song sister."
"Thank you, brothers, for your compliments. You make me feel a bit embarrassed!" Muyu greeted them with a smile.
As the adopted daughter of the Song Family, being brought up among them, she was naturally accustomed to various social settings and engaging with people was effortless for her.
A Mr. Chen, in his thirties, was struck by Muyu’s amazing looks and unreserved, graceful demeanor, and he admired her greatly.
He smiled, "Miss Song, come, sit over here."
Muyu smiled, "You’ve got beauties by your side; I’d be too conspicuous if I joined. I wouldn’t want to interrupt your pleasant time. Luckily, I know Mr. Pei, so I’ll sit over here."
Muyu moved to sit next to Pei Liyan.
Pei Liyan gave a faint smile and unconsciously shifted his body back, putting a perfect social distance of twenty centimeters between them.
Muyu glanced at him discreetly and smiled, "Mr. Pei, what a coincidence to see you in Liancheng!"
"Yes, quite a coincidence, Miss Song is also back in Liancheng," Pei Liyan responded with a faint smile. "Did you come back alone?"
Muyu smiled lightly, countering, "Are you asking if my friend came along?"
Pei Liyan raised his eyebrows, his expression unreadable.
Muyu chuckled lightly, "I’m afraid I’m going to disappoint you. My friend didn’t come."
Pei Liyan smiled in response, "Miss Song, I’m not interested in your friend."
Muyu frowned slightly, a sharp edge flashing in her eyes as she met Pei Liyan’s gaze, smiling faintly, "Indeed, Mr. Pei, with your charming and dashing persona, surrounded by beauties, not to mention your loving wife by your side, life is wonderful for you!"
Pei Liyan caught the irony in Muyu’s words but chose not to take them personally, only replying with a mild smile.
Meanwhile, Mr. Chen said, "Come, sister, have a drink. I’ll toast to you."
Muyu turned towards Mr. Chen and was about to take the glass.
Pei Liyan glanced at Song Xun, who had not said anything but his eyes and brows emanated a coldness.
Pei Liyan said, "Miss Song, you better drink some juice."
After he spoke, he instructed the girl who was serving drinks, "Pour Miss Song a glass of juice."
The girl was momentarily stunned.
Mr. Chen said, "President Pei really knows how to be considerate and make us brutes seem improper. Right, right, drink juice."
Muyu actually wanted to drink alcohol, but Pei Liyan’s interjection was helping her out, and she noticed how he glanced at Song Xun.
She hadn’t expected that Pei Liyan and Song Xun would get along.
Muyu said, "No thanks, I’ll drink alcohol. My brother’s here, he can drive me home later."
Song Xun’s eyes narrowed.
Muyu looked at him, "Isn’t it so, brother?"
Song Xun glanced at her, "Later, let Brother Pei take you home. I’m busy tonight!"
Muyu’s smile stiffened, "Brother’s not coming home tonight, going to spend time with my future sister-in-law?"
Song Xun’s eyes darkened, his lips coolly curved, "Yes, you wouldn’t want to interfere with your brother’s date, would you!"
Muyu laughed upon hearing this.
Her gaze fell upon Song Xun’s face, "Of course, brother. You’re going on a date; I certainly shouldn’t be so thoughtless as to delay you! I wish you and my sister-in-law love and soon a blessed marriage and children!"
His hand tightened around the glass upon hearing her clearly articulated blessing, but he said, "You’re very thoughtful, truly a good sister of mine."