Return to the City: The Strongest King
Chapter 272 - 273: Arrogant Attitude

Chapter 272: Chapter 273: Arrogant Attitude

Song Xiaodong and Miao Xuanxuan had just come out of the room when Miao Qingqing was already chatting with Song Xiaoru in the kitchen.

Miao Xuanxuan hopped in, sniffed the air, and said, "It smells so good, Xiaoru’s cooking skills look amazing."

Song Xiaoru laughed, "You all are used to eating food cooked by top chefs, I’m surprised you can still enjoy my simple dishes."

Miao Xuanxuan chuckled, "Our family doesn’t have that, really. My dad is quite stingy; we barely have one housekeeper at home."

Miao Qingqing gave Miao Xuanxuan a look, and Miao Xuanxuan cheekily winked at her, causing a blush to rush across Miao Qingqing’s face.

"Qingqing, what’s wrong?" Song Xiaoru, seeing this, asked in puzzlement.

Miao Qingqing quickly said, "Nothing, nothing, just feeling a bit hot."

"Yes, it is hot here with the stove on, it’s certainly hot. Why don’t you go to the living room? It’s cooler there with the air conditioning on."

"Qingqing, you go out. I want to learn cooking from Sister Xiaoru."

Miao Qingqing left the kitchen and went to the living room, where she saw Song Xiaodong sitting on the sofa. She snorted and sat in the farthest spot from Song Xiaodong.

Song Xiaodong felt both absurd and amused. It was absurd because he was officially dating Miao Xuanxuan yet had to pretend to be dating Miao Qingqing, and amusing because Miao Xuanxuan’s guess was indeed accurate—Miao Qingqing really was acting haughty.

The two sat there, neither speaking, which also made Song Xiaodong feel uncomfortable. Moreover, he indeed had a significant responsibility in this, knowing Miao Qingqing’s fiery temper, he wouldn’t have dared to mess with her.

He could only cough lightly, then moved closer to Miao Qingqing and said, "Qingqing."

"What? Stay away from me!" Miao Qingqing glared at Song Xiaodong, her tone quite hostile.

Song Xiaodong, already knowing Miao Qingqing would act haughty, couldn’t really get mad at this point and cheerfully said, "Come on, don’t be like this, I’ve already admitted my mistake."

"You don’t need to tell me these things. I, Miao Qingqing, am not unwanted, nor can I not get married, hmph, you really think you’re that great? If it weren’t for Sister Xiaoru’s sake, I’d move out right now."

"Yes, yes, thanks for giving face to my sister. How about you give a little more and stop giving me the cold shoulder?"

"Don’t even think about it!" Miao Qingqing snorted again, posed defiantly in front of Song Xiaodong, then with swaying hips and graceful steps, she stood up and actually went directly back to her room.

Song Xiaodong couldn’t help but laugh and cry, wondering what was going on.

During the meal, nothing much happened, but Song Xiaodong faintly felt that Miao Qingqing was growing closer to Song Xiaoru, not just Miao Qingqing, but Miao Xuanxuan as well. They were both showing the attitude of a sister-in-law.

For a man, having a beautiful woman interested in him is naturally a blessing, having more than one is even more so. But when two women who like him are together, and they are sisters, this blessing is tinged with a strong sense of danger.

Song Xiaodong felt it was somewhat dangerous to stay at home, so when Chen Zixu actually called him, saying he wanted to meet, Song Xiaodong agreed without a second word.

Less than half an hour later, Song Xiaodong had already arrived at Chen Zixu’s place.

"Mr. Song, I heard that last night, you had a conflict with Jin Long’s people?" Chen Zixu offered Song Xiaodong a cigarette and then cautiously asked.

Song Xiaodong looked at Chen Zixu and said, "Oh? You seem to have very quick sources; you already know about it."

Chen Zixu chuckled dryly and said, "Well... heh, I won’t hide it from you, I’ve always kept a close watch on Jin Long, considering we’re all mixing in the same city and his power is so great. If we don’t keep an eye on him, he could swallow us up at any moment."

Song Xiaodong took a drag of his cigarette and said, "So, what do you want from me by asking me here? Do you want me to help you take him down?"

Chen Zixu touched his nose and said, "That would certainly be better. It would be an easy task for Mr. Song."

Song Xiaodong rolled his eyes and said, "You think too much. If it had been five years ago, I might still be interested in these underworld matters. But now, I have absolutely no interest in any of your affairs."

Chen Zixu rubbed his hands and said, "Of course, I dare not comment on Mr. Song’s thoughts, but Jin Long’s power is extraordinary. Now that you’ve provoked him, he definitely won’t let it go. So, I thought maybe I could help Mr. Song out a bit."

Song Xiaodong looked at Chen Zixu, whose heart felt somewhat vacuous under Song Xiaodong’s gaze. Song Xiaodong’s look wasn’t sharp, but Chen Zixu felt as if all his thoughts were being seen through.

"Mr. Song, cough... I admit I wanted to use your hands to take over Jin Long’s territory. But this guy has been too arrogant in recent years, doing enough evil deeds. The first time you met me, I was just flirting with ladies; we never did anything too excessive. But Jin Long, he does all kinds of evil, engaging in prostitution, trafficking in drugs, and other heinous deeds," Chen Zixu explained.

"Is that so?" Song Xiaodong asked indifferently.

Chen Zixu chuckled dryly and said, "I wouldn’t dare to hide such a thing from you. Just ask around, and it’ll be clear. I actually fear your methods; I still want to think about my well-being in my later years."

"I think you’re more worried that your ’later years’ well-being might be compromised, aren’t you? Let me tell you, if I were to deal with you, I have plenty of ways to do it, not just the few tricks you’re thinking of."

"Yes, yes, Mr. Song’s methods are indeed brilliant, which is why I have such confidence in this matter," Chen Zixu said.

Song Xiaodong patted Chen Zixu on the shoulder and said, "I tell you kid, do you really think these turf wars are a good thing?"

Chen Zixu responded, "Mr. Song naturally wouldn’t be interested, but if my family could dominate the city, the benefits for my family would be too great, I can’t help but be tempted."

Initially, Song Xiaodong had no good feelings for Chen Zixu, but his recent actions had satisfied Song, thus changing Song’s impression of him a lot. "I suggest you drop that idea, even if you could temporarily benefit from it. It’s always a poison bell; you never know when it might claim your life. You’re not short of money now. Why risk it for such a thing?"

Chen Zixu couldn’t help feeling disappointed, but still said, "If Jin Long causes more trouble for Mr. Song, should I help out?"

Song Xiaodong smiled proudly and said, "If he doesn’t come after me, let it be. But if he does, I wouldn’t mind having a proper chat with him."

Chen Zixu was suddenly very excited; he actually hoped Jin Long would trouble Song Xiaodong so he could reap the benefits.