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Chapter 498: I’m Ready to Steal the Bride

Chapter 498: Chapter 498: I’m Ready to Steal the Bride

Qiao Rui also found it strange that she was saying these things to Chi Yu.

Perhaps it was because she felt a sense of intimacy.

When she spoke, her eyes blinked, and the misty moisture in her bright eyes made them shine even brighter.

Chi Yu’s eyes were equally deep and bright, like a clear spring, mysterious yet warm.

"Your brother must still be alive, but he might not want the Qiao Family’s company. If he knew you were working so hard for it, even defying the Lin Family, he’d definitely feel for you," Chi Yu said sincerely. "Also, Qiao Rui, is it worth it?"

"Whether it’s worth it or not, my brother would have to say," Qiao Rui said. "Before I see my brother, handling everything well is worth it to me.

If he doesn’t want the Qiao Family, I’ll respect his choice. But if he does want it? I think he will, because taking on the Qiao Family isn’t about enjoying the life of a young master, but about continuing to provide for more people; it’s actually a responsibility."

Chi Yu paused for a while, then shook his head with a chuckle. "Ah, so that’s how you see it."

"Is there anything wrong with thinking that way?" Qiao Rui looked at him, puzzled.

"Of course not." Chi Yu shook his head, his gaze was quite complex. "You’re great, very responsible."

Qiao Rui laughed. "Can you stop complimenting me? I’ll really start to believe I’m great."

"You are indeed great." Chi Yu also laughed.

As they smiled at each other, the atmosphere was harmonious.

When Elder Wen walked in, he saw this scene and his gaze swept over the two in surprise.

Chi Yu stood up. "Elder Wen."

Qiao Rui also stood up, looking very respectful. "Grandpa, Grandpa Xie."

"Sit down." Elder Wen nodded to them to sit down after entering the room.

"You take the main seat." Chi Yu walked to the head of the table, pulled out a chair, and said, "Elder Wen, sit here at the main guest position, Grandpa Xie at the second guest position."

"No, let our Young Master sit at the second guest position instead," the butler Xie said.

Chi Yu looked at Qiao Rui. "I don’t think Little Sister Wen would mind."

"That’s right." Elder Wen directly said, "Old Xie, sit down, don’t be so formal today, it’s just a family dinner."

"Indeed, no outsiders." Chi Yu smiled meaningfully and glanced at Qiao Rui.

Qiao Rui also nodded and said, "Yes, Grandpa Xie, you and Grandpa please be seated."

At this moment, a waiter came in, poured tea for Elder Wen and the butler Xie, and asked Chi Yu, "President Chi, should we serve the food now or wait a moment?"

Chi Yu glanced at the waiter and said calmly, "Ask our distinguished guest."

The waiter immediately looked to Elder Wen at the main guest seat and asked with a smile, "Sir, when would you like the food to be served?"

"Let’s start now," Elder Wen said.

"Alright, please wait a moment, we’ll serve the food right away?" The waiter spoke gently, showing their professionalism.

The food was served quickly, and in no time, five or six dishes were on the table.

Chi Yu smiled and said, "Elder Wen, Grandpa Xie, shall we begin?"

"Sure." Elder Wen smiled and said, "Chi Yu, I noticed you were having a great conversation with Qiao Rui earlier. Keep it going, don’t feel restrained because Old Xie and I are here."

The butler Xie, seeing Elder Wen say this, immediately chimed in, "Yes, Mr. Chi, you and our Young Master should continue chatting. It would be nice for our elder to hear what you two were discussing, seeing how lively it was."

Qiao Rui immediately looked at Chi Yu.

Chi Yu’s expression was calm. Even with a smile, it was hard to detect much emotion, only giving an impression of polite and cultured courtesy.

"Elder Wen, I was discussing with Little Sister Wen how to respond to you and our Chi Family elders, to practice saying things that wouldn’t upset the elders and would make them understand us."

Elder Wen was slightly surprised; the implication in Chi Yu’s words was clear. He wouldn’t agree to be with Qiao Rui either.

They were both smart people; nothing more needed to be said to understand.

Moreover, Chi Yu seemed to automatically align himself with Qiao Rui.

They both understood each other, resulting in a sense of mutual admiration.

Forget it.

Elder Wen could only sigh inwardly, regrettably, such a fine young talent wasn’t his grandson-in-law.

Elder Wen discreetly glanced at Chi Yu, smiling as he asked, "Really? So, how did you practice? Was there a unified answer you can tell us?"

"I’m planning to steal the bride!" Chi Yu said with a half-smile. "I’m going to challenge Pei Liyan for Little Sister Wen, and then it will definitely make headlines, with unending popularity."

Elder Wen’s smile was faint, without any particular expression, but it was clear from his eyes that he admired Chi Yu’s words.

Chi Yu’s words were loaded with meaning; Qiao Rui was Pei Liyan’s wife, and if stealing a woman made it to the news, considering the backgrounds of the Wen Family, Chi Family, and Pei Family, they would all be the laughingstock of the business circle.

After so many years of building their reputations, no one wanted the negative backlash.

If a bride-stealing story hit the news, it would be a huge embarrassment.

Elder Wen smiled slightly and said, "Embarrassment doesn’t scare me, but Chi Yu, do you have the determination to steal the bride?"

"Elder Wen, how could I bear forcing a girl who doesn’t want to," Chi Yu said with a gentle tone, still smiling.

Elder Wen laughed and exchanged a glance with butler Xie.

The butler Xie chimed in, "Mr. Chi, if someone has determination, they can accomplish anything."

"Indeed." Chi Yu smiled and said, "I also think that as long as Little Sister Wen works hard in the future, she will surely earn Elder Wen’s understanding. Marriage is a big decision, best made by her. If it’s unhappy, wouldn’t it be a blameable matter for Elder Wen?"

Elder Wen raised his eyebrows discreetly.

Qiao Rui was thoroughly impressed. Chi Yu was impressive; he could turn every sentence around skillfully without conflict.

The butler Xie also laughed. "Mr. Chi is so eloquent; I’ve almost been convinced myself."

Chi Yu laughed too. "Grandpa Xie, Little Sister Wen chooses the man she wants in her heart; whether she will be happy or not in the future, one can’t blame others."

"Hmph." Elder Wen couldn’t help but snort at the thought of Pei Liyan. "If she’s unhappy, it’s her own doing."

Qiao Rui was embarrassed; she hadn’t thought of blaming anyone else.

Chi Yu added, "Yes, so Elder Wen, just wait and see if she will be happy."

"Even if she’s not happy, she won’t admit it." Elder Wen glanced at Qiao Rui. "This girl is so stubborn, even if she’s unhappy, she’ll endure it, just so she won’t let me watch a joke. She’ll grit her teeth and persist."

Qiao Rui laughed with tears. "Grandpa, I’m not so enduring. If it’s unsuitable, I certainly won’t endure."

"Heh, I’ve made you so unsuitable, haven’t I? Yet you’re still enduring me?" Elder Wen countered. "If someone saved your life, wouldn’t you endure even more?"