People are weighted differently in society.
The words they speak are also taken differently.
If the speaker at this moment were some big shot, those present might not fully believe, but neither would they disbelieve entirely.
But these words came from Su Chen.
Just a mere sales rep.
That turned the statement into a colossal joke.
"Double the strength of the Qin Family?"
"Do you know what you're talking about?"
"Do you know how influential the Qin Family is in import and export trade?"
"Or let me put it this way, do you know how much money the Qin Family has?"
After a moment of shock, Qin Youwei fired off a series of "do you knows".
Though the Qin Family wasn't overly conspicuous in Jiangdu City, virtually all the city's export trade was under their control.
The Qin Family's largest industry was actually timber.
And the country that needed timber the most was Dongyin.
In the past, relations between the Qin Family and Dongyin Country were not friendly.
Thus, timber was never able to flow into Dongyin's market.
But if they could establish ties with Dongyin...
Just from timber alone, massive profits would roll into the Qin Family.
However, there were conditions.
Unless Qin Youwei was willing to give his daughter in marriage to them.
Then, they would become one family, and it would be perfectly natural for the Qin Family to export timber to Dongyin.
It is true, the painting that was sent over was a counterfeit.
But such an exquisite imitation that without Su Chen's hint,
Even Qin Youwei wouldn't have recognized it.
Indeed, for that painting, a fortune of over ten million had been spent.
Thus, Qin Youwei didn't think there was anything amiss.
On the contrary, it was Su Chen.
Who dared to say he could double, even quadruple, the Qin Family's strength.
Originally, he had held a hint of admiration for Su Chen.
Especially for the saying, "Do not disdain the poor youth."
He thought that given a few more years, Su Chen might truly rise like a carp leaping over the dragon gate.
But now.
He felt that Su Chen was far too arrogant.
Completely unaware that he was just a little carp.
Is Su Chen arrogant?
Self-conceited?
Not at all.
He knew far better than anyone the influence a supreme powerhouse could have on a family.
Many great families would pay tribute to one or two powerhouses.
To ensure the family's stability.
Though he had not foreseen things developing to this extent.
He had thought he was merely pretending to be Qin Keren's boyfriend.
But when he saw that girl facing the pressure of her family, the pressure of her parents, and the desperation in her eyes...
It was truly heart-wrenching.
"Enough!"
However, before Su Chen could speak up, Qin Keren erupted in anger.
"I am not a tool for you to use for growth and expansion, I am a person, and I have the right to choose for myself!"
After speaking, Qin Keren took hold of Su Chen's hand and rushed out of the villa.
She had decided.
She wanted to escape from here.
Even if it meant no longer being the Qin Family's daughter.
"Old Qin, should I send someone to bring her back? The people from the other side will arrive soon. If they don't see her, then..." Qin Keren's great-uncle furrowed his brow.
But Qin Youwei waved his hand dismissively, "Don't worry, she'll come back."
Qin Keren, dragging Su Chen, ran wildly.
She didn't go for her car and just ran on foot.
She wanted to escape from this home that left her breathless.
She had run over a kilometer when Qin Keren's foot twisted, and she stumbled to the ground.
Su Chen timely caught Qin Keren.
Qin Keren gasped for air heftily.
For a city white-collar who often sat in an office.
Running a kilometer in one go was indeed challenging.
She thought she would have a terrible fall, but then she felt strong hands steadying her.
Qin Keren slightly lifted her eyes, looking closely at the young man.
Her heart became slightly chaotic.
She never felt like this before.
That moment, the man's hands.
They seemed to give her a peculiar sense of security.
Moonlight like water, the street lights cast down their glow.
Illuminating Qin Keren's near-demonic perfect face.
Large eyes, long lashes.
Su Chen thought that Qin Keren should not be called Qin Keren.
She should be named Qin Fairy instead.
This truly was a woman as enchanting as a fairy.
Su Chen's head slowly lowered.
Qin Keren's heart raced even faster.
Rationally, Qin Keren thought she shouldn't entangle with Su Chen.
Because it would bring disaster upon him.
She must bear whatever comes, as it's her burden to bear.
But Su Chen had nothing to do with it.
She didn't want him to fall into this quagmire because of her.
But emotionally, she found herself unable to extricate herself,
Forget it, if death it is, so be it!
Finally, Qin Keren slowly closed her eyes.
"Director Qin, you dropped your earring, do you need help putting it back on?" A faint voice arose.
Qin Keren's eyes snapped open, to see Su Chen already standing far away, holding a Blue Gemstone earring.
It was the one she had worn that evening.
So, Su Chen wasn't going to... but instead had picked up her earring.
Ah, how embarrassing!
Qin Keren was mortified.
But this guy, does he have a blockhead?
Yet, on the evening in question, this guy was a master of romance.
Didn't he realize that her guard was down just now?
Perhaps, he also feared the people behind her.
Indeed, anyone facing those people would feel pressure.
Fear was also natural.
"Coward!" Even though she knew Su Chen did the right thing, Qin Keren couldn't help but feel aggrieved, pressing Su Chen with a taunt.
She actually hoped that Su Chen could have been reckless just once.
That way, no matter how much pressure Su Chen faced, she would take it on for him.
But Su Chen backed down.
At Qin Keren's words, Su Chen coughed and said: "Well, Director Qin, a kiss isn't part of our agreement. If you want one, you'll need to pay extra."