230: Chapter 230 A Marriage Contract with Hidden Motives (Part 2)

After Qin Xiaoyue and Liu Yan left, Qin Yi took Xu Qian's hand, pulled the supplementary card of the centurion black card from his pocket, and placed it into her hand.

"Young Master Qin, this is?" Xu Qian asked, confused.

Qin Yi said softly: "This is the supplementary card of the centurion black card that President Xu just sent over. The two cards share the same credit limit. From now on, as long as it doesn't exceed one hundred million, you can swipe it freely."

Xu Qian was stunned. She looked down at the card in her hand, a flash of astonishment in her eyes. She looked at Qin Yi, feeling somewhat flattered: "Young Master Qin, this, isn't this too valuable? Besides, I don't usually need a card with such a high limit."

Qin Yi laughed: "Eh~ you didn't need it before, but that doesn't mean you won't need it in the future. You are now the General Manager and CEO of Yiqian Entertainment Media! You will definitely have many more places to spend money in the future. Plus, if you carry this card, it will be convenient for you to stay in hotels and take flights when you travel for work, saving a lot of trouble."

After hearing Qin Yi's words, Xu Qian thought about it and felt it made sense. So, she no longer declined and accepted the supplementary card. Immediately after, she stood on tiptoe, rested her hand on Qin Yi's shoulder, kissed his cheek lightly, then leaned into Qin Yi's ear and said softly: "Young Master Qin, you are so good to me~"

Qin Yi laughed. He reached out and hugged Xu Qian's waist, gazing affectionately into her water-like eyes: "Silly girl, you are my woman. Isn't it only right that I treat you well?"

Xu Qian leaned into Qin Yi's embrace, her Face full of a sweet smile.

However, she suddenly thought that she had never given Qin Yi any gifts, and couldn't help but feel a bit guilty, murmuring: "But, you have given me so much, yet I haven't given you any gifts at all. I always feel a bit indebted."

Hearing Xu Qian say this, Qin Yi's heart stirred. He still had an Elementary Opposite-Sex Consumption Cashback Critical Hit Card that he hadn't used yet. There's no time like the present; he might as well use it today.

Thus, Qin Yi immediately asked the System silently: "System, what are the usage conditions for that Elementary Opposite-Sex Consumption Cashback Critical Hit Card?"

Accompanied by a 'ding' sound in his mind, the System's notification prompt rang out.

[Ding! Replying to the Host, the Elementary Opposite-Sex Consumption Cashback Critical Hit Card means that after the Host receives a gift from the opposite sex, you can use this card. The System will trigger a random 1~3 times cashback based on the actual transaction amount of the gift!]

"Then, what if this gift is bought with my money?" Qin Yi silently asked in pursuit.

[Ding! Replying to the Host, it doesn't matter whose money is spent. As long as it is a gift bought by the opposite sex for the Host, it works!]

After hearing the System's explanation, Qin Yi muttered 'awesome' to himself. Then, the corner of his mouth couldn't help but lift into a sly smile. He loosened his arms around Xu Qian, looked at her, and asked: "Then do you want to give me a gift?"

Xu Qian nodded and said sincerely: "Of course, I dream of it. It's just that you are so wealthy and lack nothing, I really don't know what I should give you for the moment... Or is there anything you particularly like?"

Qin Yi frowned and pondered: "Me? I don't really have any specific preferences. How about we go shopping now? It just so happens that you can use that supplementary card. Who knows, maybe you'll buy me a gift worth over ten million?"

"Ah? Over ten million? Heavens, what could I buy that would cost so much money? A supercar? But you already have so many, many of which you haven't even driven and are just gathering dust in the garage..." Xu Qian murmured, her delicate eyebrows slightly furrowed.

Qin Yi smiled: "There are plenty of things worth over ten million. Not just sports cars; things like top-tier jade or antiques can easily exceed ten million."

"Then, Young Master Qin, do you understand jade and antiques too?" Xu Qian asked, looking at Qin Yi with some disbelief.

Qin Yi shook his head very honestly and replied: "I don't. However, I know someone who might."

"Who?" Xu Qian asked curiously.

Qin Yi smiled slightly: "Who else but Brother Kun. Don't forget, there is a whole wall of antiques displayed in the reception room of the car dealership."

Hearing it was Brother Kun, Xu Qian smiled, covering her mouth and giggling. She didn't really believe that Xing Zhenkun understood antiques; it was nothing more than affectation—or to put it plainly, showing off—but she still nodded and responded: "That's true. Perhaps Brother Kun really does know a little bit."

"Mm," Qin Yi said as he took out his phone. While dialing Xing Zhenkun's number, he continued: "I'll call him now, and by the way, I'll also ask how things are going with the MCN Company."

The call connected quickly. Before Qin Yi could speak, Xing Zhenkun's voice came through with a hint of surprise: "Eh, Young Master Qin, what a coincidence. I was just about to call you."

Qin Yi raised an eyebrow and asked with a smile: "Is that so~ Let me guess, could it be that there is good news from the MCN Company?"

"Hahaha, Young Master Qin is truly prescient." Xing Zhenkun laughed, flattering Qin Yi, and then continued: "Let me tell you, I met with the boss of that MCN Company today for tea. After some friendly communication and negotiation, that boss has already agreed; he won't cause any trouble regarding the contracts for the streamers that Young Master Qin poached."

"Is that so? That's great. This saves a lot of trouble. That's why I say, Brother Kun is the one to handle it."

"Hahaha, it's a small matter, Young Master Qin is too kind. However, this time it was also thanks to the assist from your sister!"

"Uh, what do you mean? You mean Qin Xiaoyue? What happened to her?" Qin Yi asked, a bit confused.

"Cough, you don't know yet, do you? Your sister poached quite a few people from that MCN Company... Not just the streamers, she even poached the operations team, making the boss of that MCN Company so angry he almost went to the hospital..."

"Hahaha, is that so? It seems I really need to reward Xiao Yue properly." Qin Yi responded with a loud laugh.

"That's a must. Your sister is definitely a talent. Cultivate her well; she will definitely be your capable assistant in the future." Xing Zhenkun said seriously.

"Haha, Brother Kun, if she heard that, her tail would be up in the sky."

"How could that be? Young people need more encouragement to have drive and motivation!" Speaking of this, Xing Zhenkun seemed to remember something and asked: "By the way, Young Master Qin called, it couldn't just be about the MCN Company, right?"

"Actually, there is one thing I want to consult Brother Kun about."

"Eh, why talk about consulting between us brothers? If you have something, Young Master Qin, just ask. I will definitely tell you everything I know!"

Qin Yi wasn't that straightforward and didn't tell Xing Zhenkun his real purpose. Instead, he made an excuse: "Mm, it's like this. I was thinking, since the new company is established, we need to display some jade or antiques that can hold their own, just like the ones displayed in Brother Kun's dealership. It's just that I don't understand these things, and if I go buy them rashly, I'm likely to be taken for a fool. I wanted to ask Brother Kun if you know anyone who sells these kinds of things?"

"Then Young Master Qin has asked the right person. I do know someone. That old gentleman is a famous big shot in the antique circle of Modu. In Modu, if he claims to be second, no one dares to claim to be first."

"Is that so? That impressive? Who is it? Tell me quickly." Qin Yi asked impatiently.

Xing Zhenkun looked at the time on his watch and said: "How about this? Since I have nothing to do now, why don't I take Young Master Qin to see that old gentleman's shop?"

"Sure."

"Then let's do this. I'll send you the address on WeChat later. Let's meet at five."

"Okay, no problem. See you at five then."

After hanging up the phone, Xing Zhenkun quickly sent the address. Qin Yi clicked on the message directly and navigated to that address. It wasn't far from him, about 10 kilometers away, and it would only take about 20 minutes to drive there.

Seeing that it was still early, Qin Yi suggested: "Qianqian, we're meeting at five, and it's quite close. Why don't we go for a walk now? By the way, there's a party this Saturday night, why don't you come with me?"

"A party? Is it a class reunion?" Xu Qian asked curiously.

Qin Yi shook his head and took the invitation card out of his pocket, handing it to Xu Qian: "It's not a class reunion. President Xu just gave me an invitation card. It's a business cocktail party for centurion black card members."

"Ah~ Then the people going to this cocktail party must all be successful people with great net worth, right? If I go, what if I make you lose Face, Young Master Qin? It would be so bad. I think, why don't I not go?" Xu Qian responded with some inferiority in her heart.

Qin Yi laughed without caring at all: "Cough, what's wrong with that? I haven't attended one either. Let's go together to gain some experience and broaden our horizons. By the way, let's see what kind of people those black card holders are. Besides, aren't you a successful person now? Once the company opens, you'll be the General Manager and CEO of an entertainment media company with a market value of one billion. You're definitely a successful person, alright. Who knows how many people will envy you."

Hearing this, Xu Qian couldn't help but cover her mouth and giggle, "You only know how to tease me... Isn't this CEO position appointed by you, the Chairman?"

"Eh, haven't you heard a saying? When you're out and about, your status is given by yourself! You, just relax. I'm going with you, aren't I? With me there, what are you afraid of?" Qin Yi said, reaching out to hug Xu Qian again.

Xu Qian's cheeks turned slightly red, and she said softly in Qin Yi's ear: "With Young Master Qin by my side, I am not afraid of anything."

"Mm, that's right. Let's go. To attend a business cocktail party, we need to prepare some formal wear. Let's go buy you a dress to wear to the evening banquet first, then buy some accessories..." The two talked as they left the conference room.

...

On the other side, Zhao Lintai had been walking on the rugged mountain path for nearly forty minutes before he finally saw the Si Family Old Residence mentioned by the driver.

Zhao Lintai supported the handle of his suitcase with one hand and held his waist with the other, panting as he looked at the residence not far ahead.

He saw that the residence was antique and built against the mountain. A road paved with thick bluestone slabs stretched from under his feet all the way to the courtyard gate.

In front of the gate, two stone lions guarding the house were fierce and domineering. To the front right of the stone lions, several ancient camphor trees that would take five people to encircle were lined up in a straight line. Viewed close up, they were like sky-supporting canopies; viewed from afar, they resembled a thousand-armed Guanyin, hiding the residence built against the mountain very well within this towering mountain. If one hadn't walked up close, it would have been really hard to discover.

And just as Zhao Lintai was watching intently, the gate of the old residence slowly opened to both sides. Hearing the sound of the door, Zhao Lintai immediately looked over with curiosity.

At this moment, he saw a man dressed in clothing similar to a traditional practitioner's robe pushing a wooden wheelchair out of the courtyard gate. On the wheelchair, an old man with white hair and beard looked at his direction with a smile, raised his hand and waved at him: "I suppose, you must be Zhao Weiguo's grandson, Zhao Lintai, right?"

Although the old man was elderly, his voice was exceptionally loud and full of breath—at least much stronger than Zhao Lintai's current out-of-breath state!

Realizing that this old man should be the person in charge of the Southwest Si Family, Si Yao's grandfather—Si Zhengxiong! Zhao Lintai immediately stepped forward quickly, bowed, and saluted: "Junior Zhao Lintai, greets Grandpa Si."

"Come, come forward, let me take a good look at you." Si Zhengxiong waved at him again.

Zhao Lintai hurriedly stepped forward a few more steps. Perhaps he got a bit too close; he didn't expect to be blocked by the man pushing the wheelchair next to him.

Zhao Lintai was startled at first. Looking at the man, he immediately felt the Aura emanating from him and couldn't help but be shocked in his heart. This Aura was much stronger than Chen Mo's. He had no choice but to step back slightly.

Si Zhengxiong lightly patted the man: "Hongbin, do not be rude. Young Master Zhao is an honored guest I invited." Although the words were a reprimand, the tone carried a hint of pride, as if he was very satisfied with the man's move to block Zhao Lintai.

The man responded with a 'Yes' and stepped aside, making room for Zhao Lintai.

Si Zhengxiong then reached out his hand again. Zhao Lintai had been accompanying Zhao Weiguo for many years, and the two old men were about the same age. Zhao Lintai naturally knew what Si Zhengxiong was going to do. Therefore, he immediately stepped forward and extended his hand in a familiar manner.

Following that, Si Zhengxiong took Zhao Lintai's hand and looked at Zhao Lintai with bright, piercing eyes. Then, he nodded with satisfaction and smiled: "Like! Really like! Lintai, you are exactly the same as your grandfather when he was young. By the way, how is your grandfather's health recently?"

Zhao Lintai responded with a smile: "He's doing fine, his body is still quite sturdy. How about you, Grandpa Si? Before I came, I didn't hear my grandfather mention that you were in a wheelchair?"

"Sigh," Si Zhengxiong sighed and said with a bitter smile, "Those of us who practice martial arts fought and killed when we were young, leaving behind a whole body of hidden injuries. Now that we are old, this body is not as good as it used to be. Those hidden injuries we didn't care about when we were young have all come out in a swarm to demand interest... Sigh, now, this old man has difficulty even standing up. My time is running out..."

Hearing this, Zhao Lintai's heart skipped a beat, and he thought to himself, could it be that his grandfather really guessed right? Did this Elder Si really let him come this time because he wanted to see Si Yao get married before he died? If so, then heaven is really helping me!

Although Zhao Lintai thought this in his heart, he didn't show it on his Face. He smiled and comforted: "Grandpa Si, you are joking. Look at this place, the mountains are green and the waters are clear, even the ancient trees in front of the door are lush and green. There is no sign of decline at all. You live in such a fairyland on earth, living to a hundred years old is an understatement."

"Hahaha, Lintai, I heard your grandfather say that your mouth is very sweet. Seeing you today, it really is well-deserved. Come, come, let's go inside and chat." Si Zhengxiong said, and then said to the man beside him, "Hongbin, go help Lintai take his luggage to the guest room."

The man nodded, indicating he understood, and walked towards Zhao Lintai's suitcase.

Zhao Lintai took the handle of the wheelchair and pushed Si Zhengxiong towards the courtyard.