559: Chapter 556: Elope 559: Chapter 556: Elope Old Lai agreed to let Su Xuan participate in the martial arts competition for marriage proposals, which Su Xuan hadn’t expected at all.
As soon as Old Lai arrived ho, he had heard that soone had co looking for trouble, and Su Xuan had dealt with it all by himself.
Old Lai had also been a soldier in his youth, and he had seen Su Xuan’s abilities in Qingshan City.
He could confidently say, “Even the King of Soldiers in the military camp only has this much skill.” He told Su Xuan to let loose and enjoy himself without worrying about the cost.
“If we do lose, I still have Fenghua Group in my hand.
In fact, Su Xuan is unwilling to lose because the Fenghua Group is the only thing his father left him.
He really didn’t want to lose it.
“Let it be, let it be; don’t take these things to heart.”
Old Lai advised.
Yes, Su Xuan agreed.
“Co on, let us play a few gas until it’s dark.”
Old Lai’s addiction to chess had flared up again, and Su Xuan had no choice but to comply.
Since both were almost equally skilled and neither could best the other, the gas were fun.
If it were rely one-sided domination, it wouldn’t be interesting.
“Okay, I’ll call the Che Family tonight and register your na to replace our Lai family.”
“Okay, I won’t let you down.”
Su Xuan, while speaking, already had his chess pieces advancing to a critical position, attacking fiercely.
……
anwhile, at the Che household.
Nobody could have imagined that the Che Family, who were hosting the martial arts competition for marriage proposals, had their daughter, Che Xiaoqian, as their candidate!
Che Xiaoqian’s brother was Che Xiaofeng!
Su Xuan wouldn’t have guessed that it was such a coincidence, but indeed it was the truth.
At that mont, the Che Family already had received Old Lai’s information about registering, and the registration list prominently displayed the na Su Xuan.
“Su Xuan?”
This na was all too familiar to them; had it not been for Xiong Sandao constantly disobeying orders due to his disability, Su Xuan might have been finished long ago.
Now, he had actually shown up on their doorstep, which was an opportunity they couldn’t have found even with a lantern.
It seed like destiny—he chose Hell where there was no gate to enter.
This ti, the Che Family’s martial arts competition was admittedly a rigged ga, with the first place predetermined for the prominent He Family from Beijing, aning Che Xiaoqian’s future husband would be the eldest son from the He Family.
This was sothing even Che Xiaoqian was kept in the dark about; who knew how she would react when the ti ca.
The Che Family hoped to establish a firm foothold in Beijing.
In recent years, their influence had waned to a frigid period, with no signs of warming any ti soon.
Therefore, they planned to form marital ties with the He Family, which would stabilize both families.
Even if there were shifts in power above them, they would remain impenetrable.
“How are the preparations for the martial arts competition coming along?”
“Everything is going as planned, no problems at all.”
“That’s good.
It’s tough for Xiaoqian, really, growing up without much paternal or maternal love, being kept at ho all these years.
I understand her suffering,”
the father of Che Xiaofeng, the Che Family Master, sighed.
“Make the competition quick tomorrow morning; I don’t want it to look like a talent show or a spectacle to attract attention.
It should be quick and decisive.”
“Yes, father.”
Che Xiaofeng promised and went out to make the arrangents.
Tomorrow was the day of the martial arts competition, and Che Xiaoqian had to be ready with several contingency plans to avoid any disruptions, with Su Xuan being the biggest potential complication.
This ti not only could the Che Family marry off their daughter to bring the matters to a perfect conclusion, but they could also seize the opportunity to capture Su Xuan.
Once they really got hold of him, they could sentence him and let him suffer slowly inside.
In the afternoon, Su Xuan and Liu Sheng went to visit so local historic sites, which were famously “historic” though most were modern reconstructions.
With nothing else to do, Su Xuan began the long wait.
Tomorrow was the day of the martial arts competition for marriage proposals.
He wondered what the girl looked like; she couldn’t be exceedingly ugly, could she?
Otherwise, why would they organize a marital contest?
This question was hard to guess.
Finally, the next day arrived with bright sunshine.
Su Xuan and Liu Sheng had breakfast and then went to the Lai’s house, since they were representing the Lai family in the competition.
“Su Xuan, calm your mind; we have nothing to fear,”
Old Lai said.
Su Xuan also felt at ease.
He had practiced Xingyi Fist before and was quite proficient in it, so dealing with them shouldn’t be a problem.
And the Che Family had already set up the arena for the competition.
This ti, Che Xiaoqian was kept at ho, very docile, and constantly followed by five or six bodyguards, who didn’t leave her side except when she went to the restroom.
“Dad, why did you have them follow all the ti?
I’m about to go crazy!”
“It’s all for your own good.
Maybe you don’t understand now, but you will in the future,”
the father of Che Xiaoqian said.
His foresight actually stretched to using marriages and other ans to control the future of the family—a truly excellent strategist.
“Sister, you must obey today.
After today, I won’t control you anymore, okay?”
Che Xiaoqian rolled her eyes at him.
He had said the sa thing before Su Xuan won yesterday.
Now what?
His words were as good as farts, rely producing a sound.
“Why are so many people following around today?
It’s so depressing,”
Che Xiaoqian muttered to herself.
“Miss, don’t you know?
Today is your martial arts competition for marriage.
It’s a big festive occasion.
Those people outside are all busy working for you.
We should have quite a few guests today, especially the He Family from Beijing, which has risen to power recently.
As for the Lai family, it seems they won’t rank much.”
“What do you an?
Are you saying today is the day of my martial arts competition for marriage?
Are you kidding?
We’re still playing this feudal ga?
Well, I don’t believe it!”
Che Xiaoqian still couldn’t believe it.
When she saw the arena set up, her tears burst forth and she cried nonstop.
“Dad, Dad, co out here, I don’t want to be your commodity for exchange.
Why don’t I even have the right to choose my own freedom?
Why!”
Che Xiaoqian cried so bitterly, so loudly.
While traveling from the Lai family to the Che Family, Su Xuan suddenly sneezed.
Soone must be thinking of .
Su Xuan had a good hunch, guessing that maybe Xiaoqian was thinking of .
Su Xuan was only half right because half the ti Xiaoqian was thinking of it, and the other half was about the martial arts competition for marriage’s female lead.
“Brother, please let go.
I really don’t want you to hold a martial arts competition for marriage as if you’re afraid I won’t be able to marry off.
Let tell you, there are plenty of people chasing after , you really don’t need to bother with my marriage.”
No matter what Che Xiaoqian said, her brother, Che Xiaofeng, simply wouldn’t open the door, locking her in the room.
“What to do, what to do?
What to do?”
Che Xiaoqian was as anxious as an ant on a hot pan.
Fortunately, she thought of using her mobile phone beside her to call Su Xuan.
Once the call connected, Che Xiaoqian cried.
She didn’t even have the right to choose her own happiness.
A loveless marriage, no matter how high the building is constructed, it’s useless if the foundation is unstable.
“Why are you crying?
Just take it easy and tell , I’m all ears.”
Su Xuan couldn’t stand to see a woman cry; it always threw him into confusion, and now was no exception.
“Su Xuan, they, my dad and brother, they actually want to marry off.”
“Oh…” Su Xuan replied.
“They actually decided to use a martial arts competition for marriage to trade off.
I know it’s all set up for the He family’s eldest son, but I don’t like him at all.
What happiness can we talk about in the future?
Su Xuan, I want to cry, I need a shoulder to lean on!”
Su Xuan was montarily stunned.
He asked her, “What’s your full na, tell again, rember, the full na!”
“What happened?
My full na is Che Xiaoqian.
I’m usually just called Xiaoqian.
What’s wrong?”
Su Xuan was suddenly stunned, not expecting that the martial arts competition for marriage he was attending was for the Che family.
Su Xuan felt a heaviness in his heart.
Damn, everything is coming together.
It’s incredible how coincidental the world can be.
If we hadn’t t, I would never have believed it.
Xiaoqian and Che Xiaoqian are the sa person, and that ans Che Xiaofeng is the very person I t that day.
“Su Xuan, what’s wrong?
You look upset.
Don’t be nervous about this kind of thing, it’s useless to be nervous.”
“Yeah, I know.”
“Keep a level head, believe , it’ll be alright.
I handle my properties with an ordinary heart.”
Old Lai really had a heart unlike any ordinary person.
“Where are you now?”
Su Xuan asked Che Xiaoqian over the phone.
“I’m at ho, with five or six bodyguards following around.
If I weren’t in the bathroom, I probably wouldn’t even be able to make this call.”
Hearing Che Xiaoqian’s tearful voice, Su Xuan felt a pang of pain in his heart, blaming his feudal, ignorant father.
Family alliances mattered so much to the Che family, but what was vital was that Che Xiaoqian did not like the intended groom.
If Che Xiaoqian liked the He family’s eldest son, then everything would have been easier.
Such an unhappy marriage was sothing Su Xuan couldn’t bear to see.
What should I do, and how?
“Hey, wait a minute!”
Su Xuan suddenly got an idea—to run away.
He just didn’t know what Che Xiaoqian thought of it.
“Xiaoqian, let ask you sothing.
What would you think if I took you away?”
“What?
Su Xuan, are you serious?
I’m willing, I’m willing!”
Che Xiaoqian said excitedly, even startling the head bodyguard, who jumped at her sudden outburst, wondering what was up with this girl and her dramatic reactions.
“Good, since you agree, I’ll take you away first.
You can always go back whenever you want in the future.”
Su Xuan said this.
“Okay, okay, I’ll listen to you!”
“For now, just stay calm and act very submissive to lower their guard.
I’m on my way now.
Just hang in there, don’t act hastily.
Wait for , understand?”
“I know, hurry up, I’m afraid I can’t hold on.”
Thinking this, Su Xuan sped up the car he was driving.
Dragging Old Lai with him, they rushed on the road.
For Old Lai, riding in such a fast car felt like suddenly returning to the countryside, getting back to nature.
“During the martial arts competition for marriage, just keep the lady locked up in her room until the contest is over, then bring her out to recognize people.”
“Yes.”
The Che Family Head detailed the tasks, forbidding anyone but the competitors from entering, not even a mosquito could get in.
Su Xuan had now arrived at the Che family’s place.
Despite the festive lights and decorations, Su Xuan felt not a shred of appreciation.
The most important thing now was to locate Che Xiaoqian and successfully escape with her, even if it ant running to the ends of the earth.
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