Rebirth Counterattack with Space
Chapter 274 - 266 Prostration

Chapter 274: Chapter 266 Prostration

Shitou’s car made its way into the residential complex where the Pei Family lived, with the car behind stopping briefly before swiftly following suit.

In front of the Pei Family mansion, two cars parked one after the other. Shitou got out and walked to the rear, and the four people in the car hurriedly got out and greeted Shitou, who responded with a smile.

"We’re going to stay the night and won’t be leaving. You should park your car inside too. Unless there are special rules, you don’t need to keep watch in the car tonight. Come inside and get a good night’s rest to recharge," Shitou said.

Shitou decided he would also call Lu Aiguo later. Since this close protection was to be long-term, he felt it was only right to show some consideration for those who would be providing it over an extended period. He knew they should not be vague about offering conveniences and cooperation when possible.

"Yes. As long as it doesn’t compromise your safety, we’ll do our best to cooperate and follow your instructions," they replied.

A weight lifted from the hearts of the four. Naturally, they were pleased to encounter a cooperative protectee. The security in this residential area was strict and well-manned, and if the two decided to stay for the night indeed, there really was no need for them to insist on staying in the car overnight.

"Alright, we’ll let you know when we’re leaving tomorrow. You all should rest up too," Shitou added.

Once inside, Shitou mentioned the arrangement to Pei Qingyuan, who nodded in understanding and quickly had someone take care of the four men without further ado.

The Pei Family members, except for Ding Luoluo, then proceeded to separate male and female, into two rooms where tubs and hot water had already been prepared.

Lu Yun and Shitou tested the water temperature, added the Elixir, and reminded everyone of the precautions to take. After all, after tonight, the rest would need to be managed by them...

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At the Qin Family residence.

"Dad, it’s me." Qin Xinqi went straight to his father Qin Jiangong’s study upon returning, knocked on the door, heard a "come in," and then pushed it open.

"Was the birthday banquet of your classmate fun? If I remember correctly, it should be the stepdaughter of Lu Aiguo from Lu Group, right?" Qin Jiangong looked at his youngest son with amusement. This son usually shirked responsibilities, preferring to spend his time mingling and having fun. Knowing his father didn’t think highly of him, he normally went out of his way to avoid him. It was indeed the first time he had taken the initiative to visit.

"Lu Yun is indeed Uncle Lu’s stepdaughter. Dad, why didn’t our family receive an invitation?" Qin Xinqi quickly sidestepped his initial question and voiced his confusion instead.

Despite his father being a businessman, their family background was strong. The Qin Family had been engaged in business since his great-grandfather’s time, and they were both wealthy and influential. During the civil war, they had made substantial, secret contributions to the war effort.

After the war, seeing that the situation was changing, his grandfather closed down the business. Despite opposition from the family, he secretly hid half of their fortune and donated the other half to the country. Then he led a meager life with his descendants, which helped them survive the later turmoil relatively unscathed.

As the situation gradually improved, the grandfather brought out the concealed wealth for his son. On one hand, he restarted the business ventures, and on the other, he focused on educating his grandson, hoping he might one day enter politics, while the younger grandson continued in business.

After so many hardships, the family held the grandfather in high esteem. Using the funds his grandfather had hidden, his father indeed quickly rebuilt the family’s wealth. His elder brother had initially wanted to follow the grandfather’s wish to enter politics, but he wasn’t suited for academics or the required temperament for public service.

Eventually, he had no choice but to go into business with his father. Fortunately, his talent for business wasn’t bad, and now he was managing a department on his own.

He was able to recognize the Pei elders at first sight in the Lu Family today precisely because he had seen a photo of his maternal grandfather with several influential people and the Pei elders in an album at his maternal grandparents’ house.

That precious photo was accidentally obtained by his grandfather when he was young, and it had always been his grandfather’s most cherished and often boasted treasure. From his grandfather’s mouth, he knew that Mr. Pei was not merely an ordinary businessman.

It was because of his grandfather’s status that he, following his cousins, managed to squeeze into Capital City’s elite circles and get a glimpse of the "world," and so he had seen Mr. Pei’s grandson and granddaughter-in-law from a distance.

A rush of excitement surged through Qin Xinqi’s heart, and he felt an indescribable excitement welling up; he was actually classmates with Mr. Pei’s granddaughter-in-law, and his own family even had business dealings with the Lu Family...

"When you’re outside, a polite greeting of ’World Uncle’ would suffice. Why are you still calling them that when you come back? They’re just nouveau riche without any real foundation. Sure, their business isn’t small, but it really can’t compare with ours; they’re not on the same level.

Do I need to make a trip there myself? But I have already sent someone from below. Since they have sent an invitation, we still need to maintain the basic etiquette and just not be rude."

Qin Jiangong laughed dismissively, "What’s the matter, have you taken a fancy to that family’s girl, getting so protective all of a sudden? Let me tell you, she’s just a stepdaughter, don’t take it seriously."

"As if I’d dare to fancy her. Dad, do you know who I saw today?" Qin Xinqi looked at Qin Jiangong with an unusual gaze.

"Hmph, at least you know what’s important. Out with it, who did you see?"

Qin Jiangong started to feel a slight irritation at Qin Xinqi for daring to look at him with that kind of expression.

"The Pei family patriarch." Qin Xinqi said solemnly.

"Which Mr. Pei, I don’t recogni... pfft... Mr. Pei? Are you talking about..." Qin Jiangong looked at his son skeptically, "Are you out of your mind?"

"That’s right, it’s the Mr. Pei you’re thinking of, the one who took a photo with Grandpa; and that nouveau riche’s stepdaughter is actually Mr. Pei’s soon-to-be-engaged granddaughter-in-law." Qin Xinqi leisurely watched Qin Jiangong, ready to enjoy the debacle.

Qin Jiangong stood up abruptly, but in his haste, he tripped over his own chair and fell to the ground with a thud.

Qin Xinqi stared at Qin Jiangong, who had fallen flat on his face, dumbfounded.

Isn’t this a bit too dramatic?

"Damn it, what are you standing there dumbfounded for, hurry up and help your father up!" Seeing Qin Xinqi unmoving, Qin Jiangong couldn’t help but curse at him.

Only then did Qin Xinqi snap out of it and help Qin Jiangong up, "Dad, you can be excited, but try not to do that. It’s too scary; did you hurt yourself anywhere?"

"How dare you talk, would I have been startled if you hadn’t come back blabbering?"

Qin Jiangong was helped by his son to sit back down in the chair, but hearing his words made him so angry he couldn’t find a place to vent. Being put in such an embarrassing position in front of his son was too much of a loss of face.

He couldn’t help but rub his lower back; oh, his poor back. Thankfully it was just bumped and nothing serious.