Seeing the dejected look on his daughter’s face, Shen Qiaoshan could not help but feel a pang of heartache.
“Xiao Wei, don’t worry. I personally arranged this marriage for you. No one can take it away!” Shen Qiaoshan said firmly.
But Shen Chuwei pressed her lips together and said softly, “Dad, maybe… we should just let it go.”
Although she had developed strong feelings for Lin Feng after meeting him this time, she also understood that if this matter caused hostility between the Shen Family and the Zhao Family, it would not be a good thing.
The Zhao Family had extensive connections in Nancheng. If they began targeting the Shen Family because of this, the Shen Family’s businesses would inevitably be affected.
After all, the Shen Family had always operated in gray industries.
“Let it go? How can we just let it go! This isn’t buying something where you politely give way!” Shen Qiaoshan’s eyes widened. “I admit the Zhao Family has many powerful connections, but so what? If they want to steal the Shen Family’s son-in-law, they’d better see whether we agree!”
At the end of his words, Shen Qiaoshan slammed his hand on the desk.
“But…” Shen Chuwei still looked worried.
Shen Qiaoshan waved his hand. “Xiao Wei, this is your lifelong happiness. You cannot sacrifice your own happiness for the Shen Family’s interests. Your father won’t allow it! As for how to win Lin Feng back, it’s not like there’s no way.”
He pondered for a moment, clearly having come up with an idea. “Tomorrow is Old Master Ding’s 60th birthday. As the head of one of Nancheng’s four major families, all the prominent families in Nancheng will attend the celebration. The Zhao Family will also be there.”
Shen Chuwei remained silent, listening carefully.
Shen Qiaoshan continued, “And during this period, Lin Feng has been staying at the Zhao Family Villa. Most likely, the Zhao Family will bring him along tomorrow. At that time, in front of everyone, we will present the marriage contract!”
He let out a cold laugh. “You and Lin Feng have a marriage contract as proof. How can that Zhao Qingling compare? In front of everyone, I believe the Zhao Family would not dare to openly snatch someone else’s fiancé. Unless they truly have no shame!”
Shen Qiaoshan was full of confidence.
It was true that in terms of connections and background, the Shen Family was slightly inferior to the Zhao Family.
But precisely because of that, the Zhao Family valued reputation and face far more.
The Shen Family operated in the underground circle and cared only about tangible benefits. As long as there were profits, reputation was secondary.
The Zhao Family, however, was different.
If their reputation were damaged, it would greatly impact their businesses.
Hearing this, Shen Chuwei’s eyes lit up.
Zhao Qingling might not be inferior to her in appearance and might even have a stronger family background, but between her and Lin Feng, there was no legitimate claim.
At that moment, Shen Chuwei could not help but clench her fists.
“Lin Feng, you are my man in the end. No one can take you away.”
…
Lin Feng, who had already left the Underground Boxing Match arena, knew nothing about the Shen Family father and daughter’s plans.
For Lin Feng, seeing Shen Chuwei tonight and bringing up breaking off the engagement was already enough.
As for Shen Chuwei’s refusal, there was nothing he could do.
After all, breaking off an engagement was not something that could be done with a few casual words. It had to be handled gradually.
“I’ve already mentioned breaking off the engagement to Shen Chuwei. And there’s also Xiao Chuyu, whom I met when coming down from the mountain.”
Walking along the somewhat empty street, Lin Feng calculated silently in his heart.
“As for Zhao Qingling, although I brought it up, judging by the Zhao Family’s attitude, they clearly don’t intend to accept it. And then there are the remaining few… it’s a long road ahead.”
Thinking of this, Lin Feng rubbed his slightly throbbing temples and let out a bitter smile.
What kind of situation was this? Did his three masters think he was some tireless bull? They arranged so many engagements for him at once, and now even breaking them off had become troublesome.
Lin Feng sighed softly.
In truth, he was quite satisfied with the fiancées arranged by his three masters.
Although he had not yet met the remaining few, women like Xiao Chuyu, Zhao Qingling, and Shen Chuwei were all stunning beauties.
If he were not burdened with the blood feud of the Lin Family, he might have simply gone through with the marriages.
But now, the blood debt of the thirteen lives of the Lin Family weighed heavily upon him, and the mastermind behind that massacre was still at large.
The enemy had been ruthless enough to wipe out the entire Lin Family. If they learned that he had survived, they would surely strike again.
That was not something Lin Feng wanted to see.
That was precisely why, after coming down from the mountain, he had been determined to break off each engagement.
“For now, I can only take it one step at a time. But the most urgent matter is finding clues about the mastermind behind that tragedy.”
After murmuring to himself, Lin Feng shook his head, suppressing his tangled thoughts, and continued walking forward.
Before long, he returned once again to the Zhao Family Villa.
After a simple wash, Lin Feng lay down on the bed and fell into a deep sleep.
He slept until well into the morning.
When Lin Feng got up and walked out of the bedroom, he immediately saw Zhao Qingling sitting on the sofa, clearly sulking.
“Good morning,” Lin Feng greeted with a smile.
Zhao Qingling shot him a glare. “So you still know how to come back? I thought you were going to stay overnight at some rich woman’s house.”
As she said this, she snorted.
After returning from the clothing store yesterday, she had been waiting for Lin Feng.
But she had waited for hours, and he never came back.
What did that imply? It had to mean he was out fooling around.
The thought of Lin Feng spending the night in a bar with some indecent women made Zhao Qingling furious.
Even if Lin Feng were slow-witted, he could see that Zhao Qingling was genuinely angry.
He shook his head helplessly. “That rich woman remark was just a joke. I’m even trying to break off my engagement with you. Why would I go out and chase other women?”
As he spoke, Lin Feng sat down beside Zhao Qingling and smiled. “I was actually handling important matters yesterday. It just wasn’t suitable for you to be present.”
“Important matters? I don’t believe a word! You men can lie the moment you open your mouths!”
Zhao Qingling clearly did not believe him and glared at him again. “Let me tell you something. I’m not going with you to Old Master Ding’s banquet tonight! You can go by yourself!”
After saying this, Zhao Qingling ignored Lin Feng’s reaction, picked up her bag, and walked out.