Chapter 165: Jiang Xicheng of Wanhe Group
Sometimes, the difference in status between people can be distinguished by just a single glance.
He was considered a top-tier scion within his social circle, yet under this man's gaze, he felt utterly insignificant.
The sense of crushing dominance was overwhelming; a single look and an imposing aura were enough to suppress him entirely.
He frowned.
Who on earth was this guy?
Lu Ye's gaze drifted indifferently away from his face and landed on Jiang Sui and Xuanxuan.
The moment his eyes met theirs, his expression instantly softened and warmed.
Jiang Sui took Xuanxuan by the hand and walked over.
"Why are you here?" she asked, feeling curious.
A faint smile touched the corners of Lu Ye's lips as he looked at her. "I heard from the driver that you were coming to pick up Xuanxuan, so I came straight from the company."
Jiang Sui glanced around her. Fortunately, there weren't many people here.
"Why don't you go back first? I'll take Xuanxuan for a walk for a while," she said.
Xuanxuan's little mouth immediately curved upward, and she gripped Jiang Sui's hand tightly.
Lu Ye glanced at Xuanxuan, understanding her unspoken thoughts, and then said, "I'll accompany you both."
With that, he made a move to get out of the car.
Jiang Sui immediately lowered her voice. "If you get out and we walk together, what will happen if we get photographed?"
Lu Ye: "..."
"I wouldn't be able to clear my name even if I jumped into the Yellow River," Jiang Sui frowned. "It'll be fine with just me and Xuanxuan."
This wasn't Xihe Garden; paparazzi could pop up at any moment.
Although she was fully disguised, there was no way she could cover Xuanxuan up.
If Lu Ye were to tag along as well, it would become quite difficult to explain later.
Lu Ye: "..."
Xie Yuan watched Madam and little Miss Xuanxuan walking ahead and couldn't help asking, "President Lu..."
Lu Ye frowned. "Follow them slowly."
Xie Yuan held back a smile, though his face remained respectful. "Understood."
Meanwhile, the young master watched this scene with curiosity, his mind full of question marks.
He immediately poked his head out, his striking silver hair catching the eye. "Do you want me to give you a ride?"
Jiang Sui ignored him.
This guy simply had too much time on his hands.
As the Maybach overtook his car, Lu Ye exchanged a brief glance with him.
There was a clear warning in that gaze, so cold it sent a chill down the young man's spine.
"Jiang Xicheng, the young master of the Wanhe Group," Lu Ye murmured coolly, his tone tinged with a hint of disdain.
That flashy car was a global limited edition, and acquiring it required not only immense wealth but also certain connections.
Moreover, he had long heard rumors that the chairman of the Wanhe Group's grandson had returned to the country.
Thus, upon seeing this car, he naturally deduced the man's identity.
Suddenly, something crossed his mind.
The Wanhe Group also bore the surname... Jiang.
His brows twitched slightly as he looked ahead at Jiang Sui and Xuanxuan, who were strolling leisurely.
Only then did Lu Ye realize what he had overlooked.
Out on the street, a peculiar scene unfolded: Jiang Sui was holding Xuanxuan's hand as they walked, while a black Maybach trailed slowly behind them.
"Mommy Jiang Sui, why didn't you let Daddy come with us?" Xuanxuan asked, tilting up her little face.
Jiang Sui replied, "It's the same reason we can't mention Daddy in front of outsiders."
Xuanxuan let out an "oh" of understanding. "Daddy has a mysterious identity and others aren't allowed to know."
Jiang Sui nodded. "That's right. Your daddy is a mysterious and very powerful person, so we can't let other people see him together with us. Otherwise, his true identity will be discovered."
Xuanxuan had never mentioned Lu Ye in front of the media precisely because Jiang Sui had explained it to her this way, which was why she hadn't brought him up even while appearing on variety shows previously.
Xuanxuan already believed that Lu Ye was formidable, so she had no doubts whatsoever when Jiang Sui said this.