Chapter 1257: Chapter 1256: Visitors from the Shen Family
For the Shen Family, this is naturally not good news. If the Li and Wu Families all bow to the City Lord’s Mansion, their Shen Family will be truly isolated and helpless.
Currently, the City Lord’s Mansion not only has the powerful Wang Junyi but also the Seven-star Blood Lion holding the fort. Crushing the Shen Family would be a piece of cake.
"It seems it’s time for me to go to the City Lord’s Mansion. Judging by the current situation, the future of Tianshui City will likely be dominated by the Wang Family alone." Shen Yaowen shook his head and said.
Although Shen Yunlong was unwilling to accept this result, the facts were the facts, not something he could ignore. Under such circumstances, aside from compromising, they had no other options.
"Father, don’t go. Leave this matter to me." Shen Yunlong bit his lip and said.
Shen Yaowen waved his hand, with a bitter smile, shaking his head: "The heads of the Li and Wu Families personally went over. How can our Shen Family not take it seriously? Stop fighting over it. This matter must be handled by me personally."
At this moment, Shen Rushuang said, "Father, I’ll go too."
"Rushuang, why are you going?" Shen Yaowen looked at her with puzzlement.
"Su Changfeng and I are just a couple on the surface, with no substantial relationship. Just now, I already kicked Su Changfeng out." After a moment’s hesitation, Shen Rushuang said each word slowly.
As her words fell, Shen Yaowen and his son both couldn’t help but widen their eyes.
Although Shen Rushuang didn’t speak it outright, Shen Yaowen and Shen Yunlong almost instantly understood her intention and plan.
Despite Wang Junyi’s pursuit all these years, Shen Rushuang always disdained him, never even considering him. But now, the tables have turned, and she’s actually planning to proactively show goodwill to Wang Junyi. Not only was she throwing away her dignity and face, but she was also sacrificing a lifetime of happiness.
"Rushuang, no, absolutely not. You’re being ridiculous!" Shen Yunlong immediately protested.
"Brother, if I don’t act this way, how would we find out who that mysterious master is? Besides, the current situation is clear; the future of Tianshui City is the domain of the Wang Family. Marrying him would only benefit the Shen Family, without any harm." Shen Rushuang said.
"No, if this matter spreads, won’t our Shen Family become the laughingstock of the entire city? Everyone in Tianshui City knows Wang Junyi likes you, and they all saw clearly your attitude towards him back then. Now that you’re actively showing goodwill, who knows how outsiders might twist the narrative. Are you concerned about your reputation at all?" Shen Yunlong said.
"I understand, but I believe Wang Junyi can handle such matters. He likes me so much; surely he wouldn’t let me suffer. Once I have control over Wang Junyi, I can manipulate the City Lord’s Mansion, and from then on, Tianshui City will belong to the Shen Family." Shen Rushuang pursed her lips, her gaze increasingly resolute.
Her statement slightly swayed Shen Yaowen, but they all seemed to forget they were intent on forming an alliance with the City Lord’s Mansion, without considering whether the City Lord’s Mansion still wished to welcome her.
It’s a fact Wang Junyi liked Shen Rushuang for many years, but nowadays, he no longer likes her. With greater strength and increased exposure to more impressive things, he no longer cares for trivial affections.
Furthermore, regardless of whether Su Changfeng and Shen Rushuang’s marital relationship was staged, he wouldn’t dare entertain thoughts about his master’s wife!
What woman can compare to a master? Isn’t this a joke?
"Rushuang, but do you truly believe Wang Junyi still likes you as before?" Shen Yaowen asked.
Shen Rushuang confidently curled her lips and said, "Father, looking around Tianshui City, who can match my beauty? Wang Junyi has been entangled with me all these years, for what reason? If I am willing to relent, he will certainly come running."
Shen Yaowen nodded, making a decision: "If that’s the case, accompany me later to see. I’ve heard the Li and Wu Families were refused entry; I wonder if you’ll be able to meet them?"
Shen Yunlong opened his mouth to say something more, but seeing his father and sister show such firm determination, he realized his opinion was no longer significant. Helplessly, he could only say to Shen Rushuang, "Rushuang, if Wang Junyi dares to give you any trouble, just come back, certainly don’t demean yourself."
"Brother, don’t worry about it. How could he possibly let me suffer?" Shen Rushuang said confidently.
City Lord’s Mansion.
"Master, Young Master, someone from the Shen Family is here." A servant hurriedly rushed in front of Wang Chongxing and his son.
"Why panic? Isn’t it just the Shen Family? What is there to fear?" Wang Chongxing scolded irritably. He could drive away the Li Family and Wu Family; why would he fear the Shen Family?
"Master, it’s not only Shen Yaowen who has come but also Shen Rushuang." The servant cautiously glanced at Wang Junyi before replying.
Wang Chongxing was taken aback, finally understanding his meaning, also realizing why he was so anxious.
Wang Junyi’s affection for Shen Rushuang is known throughout Tianshui City, no one unfamiliar. Yet Shen Rushuang never took Wang Junyi seriously, let alone personally visiting the City Lord’s Mansion.
No one expected that one day Shen Rushuang would actually arrive at the door, especially at this moment. Her intention was very clear.
Wang Chongxing looked at Wang Junyi, unable to suppress his laughter. He patted his son’s shoulder and said, "Junyi, looks like this woman has recognized your abilities, coming in person. Surely, it’s to show goodwill."
If it were in the past, Wang Junyi would have been so excited he wouldn’t know what to do. He liked Shen Rushuang for so many years, losing dignity and face, caring for nothing but making his love happy.
But that was then. Nowadays, Wang Junyi naturally disregards a small figure like Shen Rushuang. Moreover, in his mind, this woman still carries the title of his master’s wife. He dares not intervene, and will leave it to his master to resolve.
"Son, didn’t you like her? Why not take this opportunity to accept her? What do you think?" Wang Chongxing said with a smile.
Wang Junyi’s expression was unperturbed as he replied lightly, "Father, do you think I still like her now? With my current power, where can I not find a woman? It’s no exaggeration to say that if I wanted, the women of Xingluo are mine for the picking."
Wang Chongxing nodded. Though such words were slightly exaggerated, they were close. A Beast Tamer capable of taming the Seven-star Beast would inevitably attract the attention of Xingluo. Women would never be an issue.
"Think carefully whether to see her or not." Wang Chongxing said.
"I’ll go and see. I’m curious about her intentions." With these words, Wang Junyi immediately headed outside the City Lord Mansion.
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