Chapter 1249: Chapter 728: Eliminate All Threats Completely—Fourth Aunt or Sister-in-Law?

Guandong Si Family

Si Qingxiao returned home, changed into the clothes prepared for a social visit with her parents, and the stalker’s information was handed to her.

"Miss, we’ve investigated. These people were hired recently and have been lingering around our house. Yesterday, they stayed around the whole day. Today, when you went out, they followed you." The Si family member pursed their lips tightly, their eyes cold and sharp.

"According to our investigation, although he hasn’t appeared personally, the person connecting with this group is related to him, most likely being..."

"This is too arrogant; what’s the meaning? What exactly does he want? Or is he planning to do something to you!"

...

Si Qingxiao was about to open her jewelry box, choosing the jewelry to wear today, "They aren’t following my parents? Just following me alone?"

"That’s the current situation. Should we notify Mr. and Mrs., and have them handle it since it involves the other side..." The Si family member thought it might be more appropriate to let Mr. or Mrs. handle it.

"No need, don’t do anything for now, keep a close watch on those people for me."

"You’re just letting them follow you?"

"Do you know what the biggest taboo in fishing is?" Si Qingxiao took out an earring and compared it against the mirror.

"Being impatient, anxious, unable to stay calm."

Si Qingxiao nodded, "If the fish hasn’t fully bitten the hook, reeling in prematurely, it escapes, and in its struggle, it might splash you all over with water."

"You want to let the line run long and then..."

Si Qingxiao didn’t respond but changed into another pair of earrings; satisfied, she descended the stairs, ready to leave with her parents for the visit.

The Si family member watched her exit, feeling a growing unease:

It looks like their young mistress is determined to deal with that family...

This involves extended family ties; if the evidence isn’t hard, it can’t completely nail him down; he can surface anytime and trouble you. Her intention is clearly to wait until he makes a huge mistake, one so big the Madam can’t protect or would abandon him.

Utterly destroy him.

...

When Si Qingxiao went downstairs, You Yunzhi was counting gifts, "By the way, they have kids in their family. Bring those coconut cakes and coconut candies we brought back from Nanjiang; the kids will definitely like them."

"Whose house are we going to, anyway?" The Si family has been back to Beijing for a while but has never gone visiting anyone.

"One of your dad’s business partners invited us over for dinner, mustn’t be impolite." You Yunzhi said and helped her daughter tidy her clothes.

Si Qingxiao sometimes accompanied her parents to meet people. It didn’t count as a formal function, just to deepen personal ties. She didn’t think much until she got into the car and heard her parents mention the Xie Family, causing her brow to furrow slightly.

"We’re going to the Xie Family?"

"What? You know someone from the Xie Family?" You Yunzhi noticed her surprised face, "Your dad is recently doing business with the Xie Family. Oh, right, they have a brother, a bit older than you. Looks and skills are top-notch in Beijing. If you weren’t already dating, you could meet him."

"The Xie Family also has a granddaughter. They say she has a great personality, similar in age to you. You could make friends."

Si Qingxiao gave a wry smile; why is it the Xie Family we’re visiting...

Previously, at Tang Wan’s child’s full moon celebration, the Xie Family certainly attended but she hadn’t had any contact, didn’t have much impression, and wasn’t sure if the other party remembered her.

**

Meanwhile, at the Xie Family, they were also preparing for the Si Family’s arrival.

Old Man Xie was instructing Xie Duo, "When the Si family arrives, make sure you show enthusiasm."

"Especially towards that Miss Si; even if there’s no chemistry, be attentive. It’s your indifferent attitude towards girls that’s kept you single all this time."

"Don’t be lethargic; wash up and perk yourself up."

...

A gentle female voice came from outside, "What did Xie Duo do this time to annoy you?"

"Zhixian is here." Old Man Xie laughed, waving Xie Duo off, telling him to leave and not stand in his way.

Today at the Xie Family, not only were their own family members present but also Jiang Yanting’s family. Establishing relations with the Si Family was difficult, them agreeing to visit was quite fortunate.

Old Man Xie specially invited Jiang Yanting as well. He’d gone to the Si Family to deliver gifts over New Year’s, so he was a familiar face. Most importantly, in business, connections are crucial, and he hoped the young ones could build good relations with the Si Family.

Jiang Yanting originally had a client to host today, couldn’t leave, refused several times, but Old Man Xie was persistent, so he passed the client hosting task to Jiang Jinsang.

"Bro——" Jiangjiang just got out of kindergarten and directly rushed to Xie Duo.

Xie Duo bent down to pick him up, "What did the teacher teach in class today?"

"Crafts and drawing. Bro, let’s go play football."

"Guests are about to arrive, maybe another time."

"Okay, promise to play football with me next time."

...

Old Man Xie saw Xie Duo interacting happily with Jiangjiang, feeling gratified yet couldn’t help but snicker:

"Isn’t it exciting playing with other people’s kids? If you’ve got what it takes, go have one yourself."

"Grandpa—" Xie Duo frowned. Jiang Yanting was also there, and after years of rivalry, he still wasn’t keen on being scolded by his grandpa in front of him, fearing it would be embarrassing.

"Look at the Qi Family’s kid; he’s about to get engaged. Look at you, older than him, and yet you’re not in a hurry at all."

Originally, Old Master Xie wasn’t that anxious, but if even Qi Zeyan could find a partner, why was his outstanding grandson still single?

It wasn’t scientific at all.

Around five o’clock, the sound of a car was heard outside, and only then did Old Master Xie call everyone to prepare to welcome the honored guests.

Shen Zhixian even took the two kids to wash their hands, tidying them up a bit.

When Si Qingxiao got out of the car and saw Jiang Yanting, she was dumbfounded.

Jiang Yanting obviously remembered her too, but his expression unchanged, he greeted her politely.

After she entered the house, Shen Zhixian also came out with the two kids. Although Jiangjiang didn’t quite understand matters of romance, he had clearly heard Old Master Xie’s wishes for Xie Duo with the visiting young lady.

He initially thought that since his brother was getting older, finding a partner was truly not easy, and whether he should assist in matchmaking a bit. But upon seeing the person, he was a bit bewildered.

This...

Isn’t this Fourth Aunt?

Why is she here?

Shen Zhixian was equally shocked. The Xie Family might not have paid much attention to this young woman, but she had made clothes for Xiaowai’s bendy-neck tree, and the old lady had praised her for her beauty, leaving a deep impression.

The Xie and Si Families, unaware, were still warmly and courteously exchanging greetings, each with their own thoughts unbeknownst to one another.

Driven by the duties of a host and pressured by his grandfather’s authority, Xie Duo warmly welcomed Si Qingxiao.

Jiangjiang watched this scene, his little brain unable to compute.

He really couldn’t figure out whether this pretty sister was going to be his Fourth Aunt or his sister-in-law...

Si Qingxiao had no idea that Jiang Yanting’s whole family was there. Although she appeared composed and poised in front of them, she was quite uneasy inside.

She hadn’t had any interactions with the Jiang Family before, so what was happening recently...

One after another, she had unexpectedly seen all of Jiang Chengsi’s brothers.

She used to face the Jiang Family with indifference, but now the relationship was different. These could all be her brothers and sisters-in-law in the future, so she had to be polite.

...

Jiang Yanting did not immediately tell his family about this, but first talked with Jiang Jinsang and Tang Wan, since it was through Tang Wan that this girl appeared in their circle.

They informed him that they knew of it a few days ago, and that she was also involved with Jiang Chengsi.

"You’re saying she’s with Chengsi?" Jiang Yanting found it hard to believe, "What is the nature of their relationship?"

"Two single, unmarried individuals, what else could it be," Jiang Jinsang chuckled, "Isn’t it surprising?"

"Now, I finally understand what it means when they say ’fools have their fortune.’"

Considering Si Qingxiao’s special background, the Jiang Yanting couple didn’t discuss it in detail with the family, and Jiangjiang and Taotao, being kids, weren’t focused on it anyway.

After eating the coconut cakes sent by the Si Family, they forgot about everything else.

**

Even though You Hongxian had someone shadow Si Qingxiao, she had long been on guard, so the information he received was undoubtedly what she wanted him to see.

However, You Hongxian didn’t have the time or energy to bother with her because the Si and Xie Families had already reached a preliminary agreement for collaboration, and rumors were spreading in their circle. People thought that the Si Family could originally choose him but instead chose the Xie Family, sparking speculation about whether there was a problem between the two families.

The previously set projects planned to cooperate with the You Family are all suspended, everyone is observing, and You Hongxian was already feeling overwhelmed.

The attempted harm by You Shenming against the old Shen and framing Tang Wan last year was about to be heard in court, which added more to his personal chaos.

The Si Family, always mysterious and low-key, provided little material for others to discuss, while the engagement of Qi Zeyan was already on the schedule. Naturally, people were more concerned about that matter.

The engagement banquet had long been arranged to be held in Pingjiang, hosted by the Ruan Family, with only close family and friends attending.

Qi Zeyan had good relations with the Jiang family’s brothers, and since Tang Wan and Ruan Mengxi were best friends, she wanted to visit her grandfather and father in Pingjiang, so she discussed bringing the kids with Jiang Jinsang.

Though Qi Zeyan had many friends, close ones were few, so Jiang Chengsi, typically a free person, was naturally invited.

The night before leaving for Pingjiang, he met Si Qingxiao to have some noodles; they were in the heat of romance and reluctant to part, cursing Qi Zeyan for picking such timing.

On the day of departure, Pingjiang was already experiencing the returning warmth of March, and he only carried a 20-inch carry-on case, which proved problematic.

He had the least luggage, while Jiang Jinsang and his wife brought a lot, including the kids’ items and gifts for the Tang family.

The couple claimed to attend the engagement banquet, but it was basically like going to visit their in-laws.

Jiang Chengsi originally dressed casually and stylishly, carefree and unrestrained, but ended up having to follow behind them, carrying diapers for the kids?