169: Chapter 169 I Really Like It

Zhou Bingzheng remained seated in his study, feeling a sense of regret at this moment.

He had always held his daughter to too high a standard. This incident had pushed their relationship to a freezing point.

However, Zhou Bingzheng felt that he was also being treated unfairly.

It was this pair of cousins from the Wen family who were being far too ridiculous, alright?

And now, I, an old comrade, have to make the decision? What am I supposed to say?

He immediately picked up the phone. "Hello, Comrade Bangguo? Go and investigate immediately whether Su Nange and Wen Jinjin are actually mother and son!"

On the other end, Vice Governor Director He Bangguo was completely bewildered.

He thought to himself, 'Huh? Agent Su is actually a descendant of an Old Revolutionary? Holy crap! Doesn't that mean Secretary Zhou has found himself a treasure?'

However, Zhou Bingzheng's tone was clearly off. "Comrade Bangguo, are you listening?"

"Yes, yes, Secretary. I'll go check right away, immediately!"

Wen Nianci walked into the study and saw Zhou Bingzheng actually smoking a cigarette.

On any other day, she would have insisted on putting it out. But seeing her husband's deeply furrowed brow, she realized something was wrong.

"What's wrong, Bingzheng? Why is Wanqing so furious?"

Zhou Bingzheng sighed. "My dear, what do you think of Little Su?"

Wen Nianci thought for a moment. How should she put it?

Of course he was good, but as a son-in-law, she felt he might be a bit too much for little Wanqing.

Besides, they had watched Liu Zongren grow up to what he was today. In her heart, she still hoped her daughter and Zongren could be together.

However, Wen Nianci was clever. Seeing her daughter in that state, she instead questioned her husband.

"What is it, Bingzheng? Has our Wanqing really taken a liking to that Little Su?"

Zhou Bingzheng nodded.

"And then, you didn't agree?"

Zhou Bingzheng nodded again.

Wen Nianci found it strange. Given her husband's behavior this afternoon, this shouldn't be the case. Even if he didn't agree, he wouldn't have flatly rejected it immediately, right?

"Bingzheng, what's the reason? It seems you didn't manage to convince Wanqing; she looked absolutely livid."

Zhou Bingzheng gave a bitter smile. Convince her?

No, I'm not taking the fall for this alone. You're a member of the Wen family, so you should be the one to decide, my dear.

"My dear, I'm going to tell you something, but you must promise not to get worked up first."

What kind of person was Wen Nianci? What storms hadn't she weathered?

Yet, when Zhou Bingzheng finished speaking, she was the one who shouted the loudest. "What? You're saying that Little Su is very likely my grand-uncle's grandson, my cousin's child?"

Zhou Bingzheng said, "It's not conclusive yet, but it's basically confirmed that Wen Jinjin is the daughter of your father-in-law's cousin."

"Furthermore, the fact that Su Nange is Wen Jinjin's son was only mentioned by him when I asked a casual question during dinner."

"So there's a very high probability this is true. I've already sent Director He Bangguo to investigate. There should be news soon."

Wen Nianci still found it hard to believe. "Then should we tell the Old Man about this?"

Zhou Bingzheng immediately waved his hand. "No, wait until I've confirmed it. And look at Wanqing; I didn't expect her and Su Nange to have already developed such feelings."

Huh, why did his wife stop talking?

Zhou Bingzheng looked up and—oh boy! Why did his wife look like a Taoist nun now?

Wen Nianci was pinching her fingers, muttering something under her breath.

Her mind was getting more and more confused. 'Why can't I figure out the relations?'

Wait, why did I think 'also'?

Zhou Bingzheng chuckled. "Stop calculating. I already checked. Wanqing and Su Nange are beyond the fourth degree of collateral kinship, so they meet the legal requirements for marriage."

"But do you think the Old Man would agree if he found out?"

Wen Nianci nodded. Her husband was indeed more thorough.

If her father found out now, it would basically be a death sentence for Wanqing and Su Nange's relationship.

Wen Nianci asked, "Then what should we do? What's your opinion?"

"You are Wanqing's mother and Su Nange's aunt, and you're asking me?"

Wen Nianci thought, 'Oh for heaven's sake, how did this become my decision?'

"Sigh, how about we just tell Wanqing the truth?"

Zhou Bingzheng said, "Then you go tell her? I really didn't know how to bring it up just now. You're her mother; it's easier for you to say certain things."

Wen Nianci said, "But they say a daughter is her father's Little Padded Jacket."

Zhou Bingzheng chuckled. "This Little Padded Jacket is already draped over that young lad's shoulders!"

Wen Nianci laughed. "Haha, so it turns out our dear father here is jealous of his daughter."

Zhou Bingzheng stubbed out his cigarette. "Alright, my dear, just go."

Wen Nianci had been quite confident in front of Zhou Bingzheng, but as soon as she reached her daughter's door, she suddenly felt hesitant.

As a mother and a woman, she knew from her daughter's expression earlier that something was definitely wrong.

If she found out the truth, wouldn't she be even more heartbroken?

Wen Nianci naturally didn't want her daughter to be sad.

Wen Nianci knocked on the door and then sat down beside Zhou Wanqing.

It had been a very long time since she had seen her daughter show such a sulky attitude.

She looked quite cute, like a little girl who hadn't gotten any cake.

"Daughter, do you really like that Little Su?"

Zhou Wanqing had been thinking for a long time, but she didn't actually know the answer herself.

To say she liked him—she was an extremely rational person, and she certainly wouldn't love as recklessly as Liu Yuan did.

To say she didn't like him would be a lie. Otherwise, why would she be sitting here sulking?

Therefore, she didn't answer.

However, not answering was an answer in itself.

Wen Nianci also understood her daughter's heart.

As a mother, she was very conflicted.

She had intended to directly clarify the possible relationship between her and Su Nange.

But then she thought, hadn't she also been constantly urging her to get married? And as a mother, how could she not see that she didn't like Liu Zongren?

Zhou Wanqing finally spoke. "Mom, didn't you say something that day? That a woman should learn how to invest?"

Wen Nianci nodded.

Zhou Wanqing said, "I want to invest in Su Nange. I think he will soar to the heavens! He is the smartest person I have ever met."

"Do you know, he's a—"

Wen Nianci listened to Zhou Wanqing talk for over half an hour.

Only then did she realize that her nephew was actually such a formidable person.

No wonder her daughter had fallen for him.

But you are my daughter, and he is my nephew.

Wen Nianci felt she still couldn't quite go through with it. In any case, now that Zhou Wanqing had spoken her mind, she understood her daughter's decision.

Sigh, she would have to think of another way.

Or perhaps, let Su Nange be the bad guy. Wen Nianci decided to pay him a visit.

No, it's better to let Zhou Bingzheng go. Why should a woman have to do this kind of thing?

Meanwhile, Su Nange was still working hard for a bright future.

Another trip to Cayo Perico Island, and nearly ten million was in the bag!

Today was truly a good day; not only did he find a Pink Diamond for the first time, but he also gained the recognition of the Zhou Family.

Haha, that beautiful sister—he finally had a chance.

A princess of a financial tycoon and a princess of a politician—was he about to collect them all?

That'll show them for bullying me back then! Hmph!

But just as he was celebrating, Zhou Wanqing suddenly sent a message. The message was just a single emoji: a crying face.

Su Nange suddenly got a bad feeling.

As expected, did the Zhou Family still look down on him?

Sigh, these people from big families really are a bunch of actors!

All that talk of precious tea, aged wine, and a warm family dinner—it was all damn fake.

But Su Nange also felt that he was still quite happy.

Because she had sent that crying emoji.

Su Nange replied, "I don't think it's a big deal. At least you are real. Today is still a good day for me! It's exciting!"

Zhou Wanqing understood instantly. Indeed, being with someone smart was very comfortable.

So, she also lay on her bed and typed a reply: "You're right. I really do like you now!"

After Zhou Wanqing sent it, her cheeks instantly turned bright red.

Su Nange held his phone, grinning from ear to ear.

But then, this rascal sent another message: "When my eyes see you, it's like seeing the light. When I don't see you, it's total darkness."

"Tell me, don't I sound a lot like a refrigerator?"

Zhou Wanqing burst out laughing. That brat!

She finally understood why those women would fall for him.

With just one sentence, he made all her grievances vanish.