Return to the City: The Strongest King
Chapter 741 - 742

Chapter 741: 742

"Where is the Patriarch of the Su Family?" The Su Family approached the gate, but could only see Song Xiaodong and Shui Qingyue, the two most unwelcome people in the Shui Family. They did not directly drive them away because they were told that the Patriarch of the Su Family was coming.

"Greetings to Old Master Shui! I am Song Xiaodong, the current Patriarch of the Su Family. I am here today to pay a visit, and this is my girlfriend, Shui Qingyue."

Song Xiaodong said with a faint smile on his face as he greeted the leading Shui Family’s Old Master.

"You are the Patriarch of the Su Family?" the Old Master Shui blurted out in surprise.

Song Xiaodong smiled proudly and said, "Indeed, I came without prior notification, which was presumptuous of me, so I hope Old Master Shui will forgive me."

"You’ve got some nerve, pretending to be the Patriarch of the Su Family. Do you wish to die?" a member of the Shui Family angrily yelled.

"Exactly, if you were the Patriarch of the Su Family, did you need to directly resort to an abduction last time? Or even use force?"

"What a joke, even if the old Patriarch of the Su Family has died, given that you are enemies, how could you possibly become the Patriarch of the Su Family? Do you think we are fools?"

The members of the Shui Family caused an uproar, totally disbelieving that Song Xiaodong was the Patriarch of the Su Family. Coming from major clans, they were very clear what being a Family Head meant—it absolutely required someone of the highest virtue and respect.

First of all, Song Xiaodong was not a member of the Su Family, and his desire to be the Patriarch was completely illegitimate, especially considering they were enemies. Moreover, him being so young, had the Su Family gone mad? To let Song Xiaodong be the Patriarch.

Song Xiaodong’s expression remained calm and composed as he looked at the Old Master and said, "Is this how the Shui Family treats the Patriarch of the Su Family?"

Old Master Shui immediately waved his hand, and the others instantly shut their mouths. Then, with a stern face, he said, "What you say is without proof, and since you are not a Su Family member, how can I believe you?"

"I believe Old Master Shui definitely has the Su Family’s phone number. You can call to verify."

Old Master Shui hesitated for a moment, then turned his head to signal one of his sons to make the call.

Although the Shui Family and the Su Family were far apart and had no financial dealings, acquiring contact information was not difficult.

The call went through quickly, and after a few words, the caller’s face dramatically changed. He looked at Song Xiaodong with an even odder gaze, leaned over, and whispered in Old Master Shui’s ear, "Dad, he really is the Patriarch of the Su Family."

The expression on Old Master Shui’s face changed, but as a family head accustomed to seeing all kinds of situations, he adapted instantly. He quickly cupped his fist and said, "This indeed is an offense, I had not expected the Patriarch of the Su Family to suddenly visit our Shui Family. Please forgive our impoliteness."

Song Xiaodong smiled subtly and said, "Then I’ll be intruding." Saying this, he walked towards the courtyard of the Shui Family.

Shui Qingyue was holding tightly to Song Xiaodong’s arm, following closely beside him. The members of the Shui Family all watched them with strange looks, which left Shui Qingyue feeling indescribable.

Especially when her eyes met her father’s, Shui Qingyue felt incredibly conflicted, but in this situation, representing the Su Family, she could only apologetically nod at her father without uttering a word.

Shui Qinghe watched everyone walking inside, the keen gleam in her eyes flickering. The overbearing presence of making all members of the Shui Family come out to greet them was simply indescribable.

She was not qualified to join the discussion, so she quickly rushed towards where Shui Qingyue’s mother was staying.

"Auntie! Auntie!" Shui Qinghe ran in yelling.

Shui Qingyue’s mother came out, frowning as she said, "Qinghe, what are you doing? You are such a big girl now, yet still so restless. How will you manage when you are married?"

Shui Qinghe wiped the sweat from her forehead and said, "Auntie, auntie, I have something to tell you that will make you yell too."

"What’s worth all this fuss, tell me."

"I just saw the Patriarch of the Su Family arrive."

"Oh, I heard of that too, it’s indeed a big deal. The Su Family is powerful, and their sudden visit to our Shui Family could be good or bad news."

"But did you know someone else came with him?"

"Who?"

Shui Qinghe said with a smile, "Cousin Qingyue, the Patriarch of the Su Family brought Sister Qingyue with him."

Shui Qingyue’s mother was overjoyed and exclaimed, "What? Qingyue has returned, and she was brought by the Patriarch of the Su Family? That must mean he is here to speak for Qingyue. This is no small honor; Old Master Shui cannot disregard the Su Family’s face."

"Hehe, then guess... why would the Patriarch of the Su Family help Sister Qingyue?" Shui Qinghe blinked, deliberately keeping her in suspense.

"I... I wouldn’t know, wait, you don’t mean..."

Grinning mischievously, Shui Qinghe said, "Hehe, my cousin has become that man’s woman, the future lady of the Su Family, such a prestigious status. Even grandpa has to treat her with great respect now."

Shui Qingyue’s mother frowned deeply and said, "How can this be! How old is the Patriarch of the Su Family? Qingyue cannot marry him, that’s foolish, absolutely not, I must stop her. Even if she can’t return to the Shui Family, she shouldn’t marry an old man."

"Haha... The Patriarch of the Su Family isn’t an old man," Shui Qinghe laughed triumphantly.

"Oh right, the old Patriarch of the Su Family has passed away, but the newly appointed head must be around forty or fifty years old, almost our age, that’s still not acceptable. You’re laughing, but is this amusing? Despite how close Qingyue is to you, you are enjoying her misfortune here."

"Hehe, aunt, don’t be mad, I’ve seen the Patriarch of the Su Family. Not only is he a young man in his twenties, but he’s also tall, handsome, and stylish, and most importantly... you know him."

"I know him? I don’t know anyone from the Su Family?" Shui Qingyue’s mother was utterly confused.

"Think about it, he came willingly with my sister, I also saw he looked quite happy, and you know him...," Shui Qinghe slowly led Shui Qingyue’s mother on.

However, Shui Qingyue’s mother was still frowning, unable to guess who it could be.

Pouting, Shui Qinghe finally stopped teasing and proudly said, "Ah, aunt, you’re so silly. Who else could it be but Song Xiaodong, the one who abducted Cousin Qingyue?"

"What?" Shui Qingyue’s mother exclaimed in disbelief, unable to believe her own ears.