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Chapter 1182 - 814 bullying, too much!

Chapter 1182: 814 bullying, too much!

Observing words and expressions is a fundamental skill for someone in the film and television industry.

Even though Mai Jie gradually squeezed out a smile later, Pei Yunxi still noticed the "reluctance" in this Lady Xiang.

Not everything needs to be proven with evidence.

They know who was behind the sulfuric acid incident, and the Xiang Family probably also has a clear idea of the true mastermind behind the attack on Xiang Shang a week ago.

Without a doubt.

This banquet is definitely not just a simple meal.

However...

That unforgettable scene often surfaced in Pei Yunxi’s mind in the past few days.

The man who was smiling and greeting the Xiang couple had once dared to ride thousands of miles with Liao Xiangdong.

Even if the Xiang Family is brutal, how does that compare to Young Prince Ye?

The Xiang Family isn’t some desperate bandit with nothing to lose; their status and wealth compel them to abide by certain rules.

That is to say, they have limits.

But Young Prince Ye is different; he could truly reach the point of lawlessness.

That trip to Yunfu was fraught with danger but free from harm; why would this man fear this dinner?

Moreover.

Last time, it was only him and Liao Xiangdong.

Today, there are five people, more than double.

"Mr. Jiang, please take a seat."

The wealthy Lady Xiang still stood up and made a gesture of invitation to the guests.

Jiang Chen, Pei Yunxi, Yang Ni, she recognized them all.

She probably already had full control of Bai Haoran’s information as well.

So, her gaze lingered on Annabelle’s face for a bit longer.

Important figures truly are different from those who risk their lives for a living; just in terms of emotional management, the difference is astronomical.

Bodyguard.

Female companion.

Friends.

With a full set of companions, Comrade Jiang Chen calmly took his seat, as if he had not noticed that besides them, there were other guests today.

It definitely isn’t the Crown Prince of the Xiang Family who is mostly still recuperating in the hospital.

In his thirties, male, with a refined and scholarly demeanor, although he hasn’t spoken a word until now, he gives off the impression of definitely belonging to a wealthy family.

Just now Xiang Yonghua was chatting with him.

As the host, the couple from the Xiang Family stood up, but he still sat there composed and at ease.

Indeed.

Everyone is a guest; there’s no need for such politeness.

However, Jiang Chen noticed something, he vaguely felt the other party looked familiar, but he was certain, he had never met him before.

Before coming, he was reminded not to randomly order dishes, which was undoubtedly an overconcern.

Where is the need for them to bother.

The guests for today should all have arrived; Lady Xiang instructed the restaurant to serve the dishes.

"Thin wine and modest dishes, if the hospitality falls short, I hope Mr. Jiang will be accommodative."

Based on age.

Jiang Chen is younger than her son Xiang Shang.

Xiang Yonghua indeed gave enough face.

"Mr. Xiang is too polite, arranging for so many people to welcome us, we are already incredibly flattered," said Jiang Chen with a smile.

But who among those present couldn’t hear the underlying implications in his words?

Yes.

As the host family, setting up such an intimidating array, yet as guests, it is just a few people attending a banquet, clearly showing who is superior.

Xiang Yonghua managed to keep his composure, but beside him, his wife Mai Jie tightly pursed her lips.

Driven by her heart.

She wished she could immediately throw her cup as a signal to have these few people hacked to death and minced into paste, to dispel the hatred in her heart.

But reality constantly reminds her that she cannot do that.

Taking revenge might be satisfying, but what comes after?

Her and Xiang Yonghua’s generations of family business might be ruined in an instant.

The son is injured, but not dead.

"It’s only right, we’ve always emphasized our sincerity."

Mai Jie spoke up.

Though she cannot take full revenge, it’s essential to show some strong disapproval.

As she spoke, she looked towards Pei Yunxi, "Inviting Mr. Jiang this time was also to discuss matters of cooperation."

Even though he has great self-control, the mood of Mrs. Xiang was undoubtedly not very pleasant, unwilling to engage in too much idle talk.

"Is Mrs. Xiang talking about a movie?"

"Yun Xi probably already told you, right?"

Jiang Chen nodded, looking at the increasingly stern-faced Mrs. Xiang, and with just the right amount of puzzlement said: "Yun Xi mentioned it to me, but hasn’t she already responded to Mrs. Xiang?"

Mai Jie was silent, not expecting the other party to actually be so... outrageous!

Be it the sulfuric acid incident or the street attack incident.

Since the truth behind both incidents is known to everyone here, it should be crystal clear to each person.

Pei Yunxi is completely unharmed.

Yet her own son is still in the hospital.

Although her family was the first to act, comparing the cost paid, it’s evident who the real victim is.

In such a time, to turn hostility into friendship, at least some compensation needs to be made.

In her eyes, Jiang Chen agreeing to come to the banquet today also hinted at such an intention.

This is an unspoken understanding.

But now it seems, the reality and her expectations appear to have a discrepancy.

There’s no hint of "compensation" from him.

Or rather.

Does he simply not want to "make peace"?

"Yun Xi did respond to me, but the most important thing is still your company’s opinion, isn’t it?"

Mai Jie pressed on, the forced smile gradually fading from her plump face.

Although it was her own decision to come, Yang Ni lacks Pei Yunxi’s composure, having never seen the grueling fight scenes between Boss Jiang and Young Prince Ye. Before the dishes were even served, the atmosphere had become incredibly tense, irresistibly making her anxious.

She volunteered to join the banquet indeed impulsively, but it wasn’t without consideration.

Now is the era of civility.

No matter what Xiang Family had done before, at least now, they have considerably restrained and contained themselves.

To put it plainly.

Everyone here is not ordinary.

Based on logical judgment, it’s unlikely that the Xiang Family would make any outrageous moves.

But this is all based on everyone maintaining rationality.

Once rationality is lost, any incident cannot be measured with common sense.

"Mrs. Xiang might not be familiar with our inland rules, but at least in CX Entertainment, we always respect the personal wishes of the artists, and if the artist is unwilling, we won’t force them to do anything."

Jiang Chen seemed to be explaining, but the undertone... clearly carried a didactic tone.

Is this sarcastically pointing out that the Xiang Family and the entertainment companies in Gangcheng are tyrannical, treating artists as tools to make money?

Moreover.

How decisively!

Leaving no room for negotiation.

Yang Ni held her breath, focused on the moment, and tried to be invisible, minimizing her presence as much as possible.

Before this trip to Gangcheng, her impression of Jiang Chen was actually not bad, atleast she thought he was a reasonable person, but now, that has completely changed.

Assertive.

Domineering.

And can even be said to be overbearing!

No wonder he didn’t hesitate to pull Xiang Shang out on the streets for a round.

Does he really not care about the Xiang Family at all?!

After listening to Jiang Chen’s response.

The relaxed expression on Mai Jie’s face involuntarily trembled slightly, and her hand adorned with various gem rings unconsciously clenched tight.

Dare this scoundrel?!

Bullying... too much!