Women are suspicious by nature.

The recent turmoil, though orchestrated by Qin Song behind the scenes, couldn't help but leave a mark on Qin Qiu's heart now that the words were out in the open. Then there was the scene from just a moment ago… The concessions and discounts offered by Zheng Xiaoman were simply too generous, seeming too good to be true.

Everyone knew that Zheng Xiaoman never gave discounts.

All of this combined left Qin Qiu with no choice but to be suspicious. Once such thoughts take root in a woman's mind, her IQ plummets as she gets hung up on every little detail. It happens without exception.

Faced with Chen Yang's counter-question, Qin Qiu remained expressionless. "I'm just asking about the situation."

Then, she added, "Besides, why would someone like Zheng Xiaoman ever fancy a man like you?"

"Honey, I don't like hearing you say that! Is that Zheng Xiaoman so great? Strutting around all high and mighty every day. I'm the one who doesn't fancy her!" Chen Yang gritted his teeth, infuriated by the memory of Zheng Xiaoman trying to strong-arm him. It was simply outrageous!

"Besides, my wife is so beautiful and charming, I can hardly find enough time to dote on you, let alone chase after anyone else," Chen Yang declared righteously.

These words almost made Qin Qiu laugh. This guy certainly has a slick tongue.

"Did I ask you any of that? I'm just asking for the reason," Qin Qiu rolled her eyes in exasperation. "Zheng Xiaoman not only broke her own rules but also offered a huge discount. Am I not allowed to ask why?"

"I took Zheng Xiaoman's sister on as my disciple," Chen Yang said with a helpless shrug. "I promised to give her four lessons a week."

Chen Yang went on to carefully recount how Zheng Xiaoman had tried to threaten him with the contract and how he had ultimately turned the tables on her.

Qin Qiu looked astonished, saying with lingering fear, "You're reckless! What would you have done about the equipment if Zheng Xiaoman hadn't given in?"

"There are no 'ifs.' In the end, I won," Chen Yang declared proudly.

In truth, even if Zheng Xiaoman had decided to play hardball, he had a backup plan. Arranging for a shipment of equipment from another region to Lingjin City would have been no trouble for him at all. It was this confidence that gave him the courage to confront her head-on.

But Qin Qiu didn't know this. In her eyes, Chen Yang was the epitome of an impulsive fool who acted without considering the consequences.

"Sigh!" Qin Qiu sighed deeply. "Chen Yang, I hope you can get rid of that impulsive streak. Good luck doesn't last forever."

"Got it," Chen Yang nodded with a playful smile.

Watching Chen Yang's nonchalant demeanor, Qin Qiu knew he had likely let her words go in one ear and out the other. She couldn't help but shake her head.

When will this guy ever get serious?

With a resigned sigh, Qin Qiu waved her hand. "We're visiting Father's grave tomorrow. Don't forget."

"Don't worry, honey. I won't forget."

As Chen Yang left, Qin Qiu stood before the large floor-to-ceiling window, shaking her head with a faint smile. This guy's luck is truly enviable. Just for knowing a few cheap tricks, he caught Zheng Xiaoman's eye. But luck is fleeting. In the end, you have to rely on your own abilities.

「...」

Spending the afternoon in the sales department, Chen Yang was incessantly flattered by a group led by Hou Qiang. Anyone with slightly less self-control would have been floating on cloud nine. While praising Chen Yang's prowess, they relentlessly belittled Qin Song, calling him an utterly despicable scoundrel. On that point, they weren't wrong.

In their view, faced with his cousin's interference, Chen Yang not only held the line but also launched a brilliant counterattack.

After what felt like an eternity, the workday finally ended, and Chen Yang bolted from the sales department as if escaping.

These people are completely insane! It's just an eight-percent discount from Huarui Group. Is all this fuss really necessary?

「Back at home.」

Even by dinnertime, Chen Yang hadn't seen any sign of Qin Song. Is he actually hiding?

At the dinner table, Luo Sulan glanced at Chen Yang and said sarcastically, "So, did the Huarui Group give you that discount?"

"Eight percent," Qin Qiu chimed in.

"What?!" Luo Sulan was astonished, certain she had misheard. Just the other day she thought Chen Yang was bragging about five percent; how did it become eight percent in a single day?

"I said, Huarui gave us an eight-percent discount and waived the down payment," Qin Qiu repeated.

Luo Sulan was stunned for a long moment before sneering, "What a stroke of dumb luck! But if he hadn't meddled, I'm sure Qin Song could have done it too!"

"Where is he?" Qin Qiu asked.

"He called and said he was out on business, and also preparing for visiting the grave tomorrow."

Qin Qiu snorted silently to herself and said no more. Out on business? Hah... Making up excuses while trying to make himself look good. How disgusting.

But just because Qin Qiu chose not to expose him didn't mean Chen Yang would stay silent.

"Didn't he tell you his mouth got torn open today?" Chen Yang asked, feigning confusion.

Luo Sulan frowned. "What are you talking about?"

"I'm saying Qin Song's mouth got ripped open! Right at the company entrance, dozens of people saw it. Given the time, he's probably just gotten his stitches and is now hiding in some corner, too ashamed to show his face!" Chen Yang shook his head and scoffed, "Out on business? Who is he kidding?"

"Shut your mouth! It's not your place to speak!" Luo Sulan pointed a finger at Chen Yang and snapped, then turned to her daughter. "Xiaoqiu, what really happened?"

Qin Qiu gave a brief account of the events.

"Why didn't any of you stop it? You just stood there and watched someone attack Qin Song?" Luo Sulan's expression soured instantly. "Chen Yang, didn't you serve in the army? Don't you have some skills? Why were you so useless when it mattered?"

"Mother-in-law, let me get this straight. He got beaten up for spreading slanderous rumors about me, and I was supposed to save him?" Chen Yang chuckled. "I'm sorry, but I'm not so magnanimous. I don't repay malice with kindness."

SLAP!

Luo Sulan slammed her chopsticks on the table. Glaring, with one hand on her hip, her voice shot up an octave. "What kind of talk is that? I think you did it on purpose! You probably conspired with that bitch Zheng Xiaoman to deliberately hurt my Qin Song!"

"It's your Qin Song who's the despicable one," Chen Yang retorted.

"You useless piece of trash, you must have a death wish!"

Qin Qiu said wearily, "Enough, both of you. Just eat."

"How can anyone eat now?" With an ashen face, Luo Sulan pushed her chair back, pulling out her phone to call Qin Song as she stormed out of the room.

"Good riddance! Serves him right!" Once Luo Sulan had left, Qin Mo, who had been silent the whole time, chuckled. "I've been dying to see that guy get what's coming to him!"

Then she glanced at Chen Yang. "Hey, you're in trouble now. Li Fan's brother is looking for revenge. Don't even think about hiding, or he'll just keep bothering me."

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