Pampered by Short-Lived Bigshot by Beautiful Crescent

Chapter 272: 190 Xie Family's Past Events, All Members Have a Killing Intent (3rd Update) Before Ruan Mengxi took her annual leave, she arranged a small gathering with Tang Wan since they feared they might not see each other over the New Year. The venue was set near her hat a bath and steam sauna.

Jiang Jinsang personally took her there, and as they left the house, a car happened to stop at the Jiang Family's doorstep.

The person who got out from the driver's seat was Xie Duo. After exiting the car, he opened the back door where Xie Tongtong and an unfamiliar woman were sitting.

"That's Mrs. Xie.” Jiang Jinsang whispered as the group approached, smiling with restraint as he politely greeted them without being overly enthusiastic, "Auntie Xie." "Jinsang." Du Jinglan wasn't necessarily beautiful, but she was dignified and elegant, “This must be Mr. Tang's granddaughter, truly beautiful. I've even brought sgifts for you and Mr. Tang, just a little something." "Thank you, Auntie, you're too kind." Tang Wan wasn't naive; she knew the gifts were just for the sake of the Jiang Family.

"I heard you guys were thinking of calling off the engagement, which I thought was a pity. But now, it seems like good news might be around the corner. You two really do look good together." Jiang Jinsang just smiled and did not respond to her comment, "Auntie, please, go in first.” "Is your grandmother at home?" "Yes, she is." "I see you're about to head out; go ahead, don't mind me.” Although Du Jinglan said so, Jiang Jinsang and Tang Wan still entered the house with them, exchanging pleasantries for a few minutes before finally driving off.

"Why would the Xie Family cat this time? Both the Second Master and Jiangjiang aren't here." Tang Wan was aware that the Xie Family had ulterior motives and was cautious in dealing with them.

Today, Jiangjiang had his Chinese painting class, and Jiang Yanting had taken him out, which just happened to conflict with the Xie Family's visit.

"Maybe it's still about sister-in-law's matters..." Tang Wan nodded and did not probe further. Upon reaching their destination, Jiang Jinsang glanced at her, "Callearlier when you guys are done here, and we'll have dinner together." "Got it." ** Tang Wan entered the facility, changed into a sauna suit but directly went to the swimming pool on the third floor, as Ruan Mengxi had texted her in advance telling her that she was there.

The pool was fairly crowded. Ruan Mengxi was swimming and only cover when she saw her, climbing out of the pool.

Many men around had already taken a keen interest in Ruan Mengxi, who was naturally beautiful. With a smile blooming beautifully, none could match the charm of her smile.

Her three-point swimsuit accentuated her curvy figure, her long legs straight and toned, with not an ounce of extra flesh; she wrapped a towel around her and walked over.

Ruan Mengxi used to be quite overweight and dreaded losing weight for fear of losing her breasts in places where it wasn't wanted, but luckily it turned out well: curvaceous in all the right places with a figure like a model, graceful and elegant.

To lose weight, she used to eat less and move more, having tried many kinds of sports.

Swimming was said to burn the most calories, so she specifically signed up for classes-freestyle, butterfly, breaststroke... she learned them all.

Tang Wan, not needing to lose weight, had little interest in learning to swim; it was merely the coolness of the water in summer that was appealing, so she just splashed around in the pool with her for a summer...

In the end, she only managed to learn the dog paddle.

"Is Fifth Master in the sauna downstairs?" Ruan Mengxi had said she would treat them, but it ended up being Jiang Jinsang who paid the bill. She had just received her annual bonus and wanted to make up for the meal before she left.

"He said to call him when we're done here, then we can all have dinner together." "How thoughtful!" Ruan Mengxi sighed, "You know what? My daily interactions with President Qi are all about work!" "You two are basically colleagues, and it's not moved beyond that. If he sent flirty messages every day, what would you think? If you liked him, you'd think he was flirting; if not, it'd seem like workplace harassment." “That's true. If he really were that type of person, I wouldn't respect him. You have no idea how attractive men can be when they're working. Especially lately, I've attended several crucial negotiation meetings with him; he truly commands the room..." Tang Wan's head started to hurt.

"Speaking of which, when are you going home?" She swiftly changed the subject.

"Next Monday, I've booked a flight. I hope the weather stays clear and flights are on time." Ruan Mengxi wiped the water droplets off her body, "In a few days, after attending a social with him, I'll be on holiday." "You really do have to do everything as an assistant." Ruan Mengxi smiled, "I wasn't used to it before, but it's much better now. The bonus is really substantial. Tonight, you two should not be shy. After dinner, I'll take you out for drinks and karaoke." "I won't be shy then." "We don't need to be shy with each other. However, during this period following him, I've met all kinds of people and realized that not just anyone can enter the Beijing circle. It's all pretense and facade between them, a handful of people at the top of the circle won't easily accept outsiders." "That's quite a reflection!" Tang Wan laughed.

"A few days ago, I met speople with him, even Lin Bai, do you know him?" "The one who acts like a celebrity doppelgänger online?" "Right, that one. His circle is also incredible. Now it seems that our boss, the Fifth Master, and their group, it's not exactly them forming a clique, but everyone prefers hanging out with acquaintances, which is only human nature." Tang Wan nodded.

"However, these noble families are not as glamorous as they seem. The eldest grandson of the Fu Family proposed to a girl, who turns out to be the He Family's abandoned daughter. It caused an uproar. I heard that the Jiang Family's company is also divided into factions. It seems like his uncle wants to seize power..." "You know about this too?" Tang Wan said with a light laugh.

"There's cooperation. I definitely need to understand the general situation of the Jiang Family; otherwise, it's easy to offend people." Ruan Mengxi looked helpless. "On my first day on the job, other than learning about my supervisor's preferences, I had to familiarize myself with the situation of all the families." Tang Wan nodded, "Your job isn't easy." "Makimg money is never easy. This tI have to accompany him to the Xie Group's year-end gala, which they say is the company's annual meeting, but the boss says it's to introduce someone to everyone, so a lot of people from Beijing will go." "The Xie Family? Xie Duo?" "Do you know Young Master Xie?" Ruan Mengxi and Tang Wan usually chatted about everything but work and that Qing Palace .

"I've met him twice," Tang Wan said, vaguely guessing something. "Who are they introducing?" Thinking back to Mrs. Xie and the Xie siblings' sudden visit today, she understood why.

"It's said to be Xie Duo's aunt. She's also pitiable. The Xie Family wouldn't let her mother in, and heard that she was a black market birth because the elderly lady who held power in the Xie Family at the twas very angry. It was Xie Duo's great grandmother, who even refused to register her." Since they were close, Ruan Mengxi shared everything she knew with Tang Wan while sighing.

"Her father was resolute too, cutting off relations and choosing to follow his wife and daughter. He was m caught and imprisoned. After that, the mother and daughter disappeared without a trace. He was truly a devoted man and never remarried until his death." "He lost his true love, didn't live much longer, and died of depression. Worried that the Xie Family line would end, the elderly lady then sent people to look for them. I heard it took seven or eight years with no news." "Breaking up true lovers, isn't it a curse? Their son passed away, and the old lady fell ill, having sent off her own child. They say she died without seeing that child again, dying aggrieved!" "What goes around comes around!" Ruan Mengxi sighed, “The Xie Family is still renowned in Beijing for their scholarly family. Who knew they were also so feudal? What does it matter if their social statuses don't match? To go to these lengths, why bother!" "They even said they'd give her money to compensate. Now by doing this, they're just trying to give her a legitimate status." "Born from a 'black household', with no father-this kind of defect, no matter how many billions you give, it might not be enough." Tang Wan nodded; this was the relationship between Shen Zhixian and the Xie Family. No wonder previously, Grandma Jiang mentioned it but hesitated, continually sighing.

"The Xie Family wants to give her money?"

"Her father and Elder Xie were brothers. When her father died, there were no divisions of property Now that she's back, how should the Xie Family's wealth be divided?” Ruan Mengxi laughed, “At least half, right? Do you know how much money that is?" Tang Wan took a deep breath. If Shen Zhixian was to inherit his father's share, the family fortune would indeed be significant...

The Xie Family... all ready for a battle! "Okay, let's not talk about that. What shall we eat tonight?" Ruan Mengxi had stood up. "Think about it well. You don't get many chances to lead on me; make sure you take advantage of it. I'm going to swim a few more laps." When Tang Wan and Ruan Mengxi left the steam room, news of the Xie Family publicly acknowledging their daughter had already spread throughout Beijing.

"The weather looks heavy," Ruan Mengxi muttered. "They say there will be rain and snow in the next few days. I hope it doesn't fall on the day I return home." Tang Wan looked up at the sky, sensing the impending storm.

"The trees long for peace, but the wind will not stop; people yearn for tranquility... but their hearts remain unsettled."