Return to the City: The Strongest King
Chapter 1097 - 1098: Refusal

Chapter 1097: Chapter 1098: Refusal

Song Xiaodong looked at Betty and gently shook his head, saying, “Betty, thank you for seeing me in such a high regard. Although I have so many wives, I am a responsible man. I have promised my wives that I will not bring any more women home. I must be accountable for my words, which is the duty of a husband. So, I can only decline your kindness.”

Although Song Xiaodong’s words were tactfully said, his attitude was quite firm.

Betty, however, did not seem disappointed. Her eyes showed even more affection, “Dear Song, that’s why I think you are a good husband. You didn’t try to make me your wife for the sake of interests just because you haven’t fallen in love with me. The more you are like this, the more I love you. It doesn’t matter that you don’t like me now, I will make you like me one day.”

Song Xiaodong couldn’t help but smile bitterly, saying, “Betty, I think you haven’t understood. I’m saying that I have already made a promise to my wives, and I really can’t fall in love with anyone else.”

Betty blinked her sapphire-like big eyes and smiled, saying, “I know you’re concerned about your wives. I will become friends with them, and in fact, in the past few days, I have gotten along well with them. We are already quite good friends.”

Song Xiaodong was a bit speechless, while Turner laughed heartily, saying, “Dear Song, don’t you want to have an English aristocratic wife? This would elevate the level of your entire group of wives.”

Song Xiaodong rolled his eyes and said, “I’m not forming a female army, and in my heart, each of my wives is so outstanding, each is irreplaceable.”

Turner hurriedly said, “Dear Song, you misunderstood me. I didn’t mean to look down on your wives, but you have to admit that even though your family is strong, it hasn’t been established long enough, its foundation is not big enough, and your wives haven’t truly undergone that kind of aristocratic upbringing and training. As the head of the family, you really need a wife with aristocratic qualities to enhance your family’s cultivation. Betty has received various aristocratic training since childhood. If she becomes your wife, she can train your wives and raise your children in the future, which will certainly enhance your family’s aristocratic qualities.”

Song Xiaodong had to admit that what Turner said made sense. Even Shui Qingyue and Sun Ziyun, who came from great families, couldn’t compare to Betty in terms of aristocratic temperament.

However, Song Xiaodong still shook his head, saying, “As you said, Turner, our family has been established for a short time, and a true aristocracy takes over a hundred years of accumulation to form. Even with Betty, it would only provide a superficial elevation. The true enhancement still requires our family to slowly accumulate over time. So, I can only refuse your kindness, and Betty, I can only say sorry to you.”

Betty immediately smiled and said, “No need to apologize, dear Song, we are still friends, right?”

Song Xiaodong smiled and said, “Of course, having a noble lady as a friend is my honor.”

Betty’s smile was even more dazzling, “I really like China and the culture of this country. I want to stay in China for a while longer. Is it possible to live at your place?”

Upon hearing this, Song Xiaodong knew Betty was not giving up, but it was an impossible request to refuse. He smiled and said, “Of course.”

“Thank you then, I’ll go chat with your wives.” With that, Betty turned around and walked out.

Turner gently shook his head and said, “Dear Song, I really didn’t expect you would refuse.”

Song Xiaodong looked at Turner and said, “Turner, I’ve made my reasons very clear. You won’t still try to persuade me, will you?”

Turner said sternly, “Normally, if you refused me, I should be very angry. Your refusal is almost an insult to the Walter Family.”

Song Xiaodong just smiled at Turner without responding.

Turner paused and finally continued, “But now, I am not angry. Instead, I see a sense of responsibility in you, a noble quality that is not swayed by profit or beauty. I like being friends with someone like you. My Walter Family is willing to do business with your family. When I come to Minghe to invest, you won’t refuse, will you?”

Song Xiaodong smiled slightly, saying, “That’s exactly what I want. We will certainly become very good partners.”

“Ha… great, then I will let Betty be the highest representative here in China. You can discuss anything with her.”

Song Xiaodong was somewhat speechless. This old fox Turner still aimed to bring him and Betty closer.

Nodding, Song Xiaodong could only say, “Alright, I’d be happy to discuss work matters with Miss Betty.”

“Then that’s settled. In these two days, I want to take my wife around to enjoy the scenery of China. That shouldn’t be a problem, right?”

Moving on from the topic, Song Xiaodong said, “There is no problem now. In the future, treatment is only needed once a week.”

Turner said, “That’s great. Just as well, I want to take a good rest with my wife.”

Song Xiaodong gently smiled, “No problem, I’ll arrange for someone to show you around these days. Unfortunately, I’ve piled up a lot of things and can’t accompany you. Please forgive any oversight.”

“You’ve already spent too much time treating us, how could we make you accompany us? Besides, we will feel more at ease exploring on our own, so don’t worry about us.”

Song Xiaodong didn’t bother with pleasantries anymore. Having acquired the Fire Spirit Grass, he was eager to begin his alchemy.

With Su Yuya arranging everything, Song Xiaodong was worry-free. The next day, he directly headed to the hospital lab with Sun Yiyi to start his alchemy mission.

Looking at the medicine placed in front of them, both Song Xiaodong and Sun Yiyi felt quite excited. Even Sun Yiyi rarely refrained from flirting with Song Xiaodong, “Honey, whether we succeed or not depends on you.”

Song Xiaodong nodded, saying, “It’s up to us, but indeed, there’s no one hundred percent guarantee.”

Sun Yiyi clenched her fist and waved it energetically, “I believe in you. My husband is the most capable man in the world; there’s nothing he can’t accomplish.”

Song Xiaodong took a deep breath, “Then let’s begin.”