Rebirth as the Richest Woman in the World
Chapter 206 Contest (Second Update)

Chapter 206: 206 Contest (Second Update)

The two soon arrived at the gate of the Mo family’s ancestral home.

Chu Jin looked up at the ancient and imposing building before her, momentarily taken aback. Even though she had been accustomed to grand scenes in her previous life, standing in front of this solemn estate, she couldn’t help but marvel at its grandeur.

"Come in with me," seeing her slight daze, Mo Zhixuan took the initiative to hold her hand, introducing as he did, "This is the Mo family ancestral home, I presume my mother and Aunt Tong have been waiting for quite a while."

"Aunt Tong is here too?" At his words, Chu Jin looked up at him, her palm sweaty, "Is today some important day?"

Out of the blue, why had he brought her to the Mo family ancestral home?

This was the rhythm of meeting the parents!

At the thought, Chu Jin’s ear tips turned slightly red.

Hey!

When did they progress to the stage of meeting parents?

Feeling the unusual sensation in her palm, Mo Zhixuan comforted her in a low voice, "It’s not an important day; I just wanted to bring you back for a visit. There aren’t any strangers at home, no need to be nervous, just stay by my side."

The gate was open, and as the two entered, a man resembling a butler came to greet them, "Young Master Nine, you’ve returned."

Mo Zhixuan nodded slightly, "Uncle Wang."

Uncle Wang had worked for the Mo family for many years, a kind-faced old man, who always had a smile when looking at others. However, it was quite clear that when he looked at Chu Jin, there was a hint of appraisal in his eyes.

During his many years with the Mo family, he had never seen the ninth young master bring another woman home, and now that the ninth young master had brought such a delicate and lovely girl by his side, curiosity inevitably stirred in his heart.

The young girl was pretty, as if painted from an illustration, albeit a bit young, but she did seem well-matched with the young master.

If the two really were in a romantic relationship, then it was the young master who had the better of it. Uncle Wang remembered the young master looking the same as he did fifteen years ago when he first met him. Now his own hair had gone white, but the young master still maintained his appearance from that time; not a single trace of the years could be seen on his face, as if his features were frozen in time.

But, if this young girl really was involved with the young master in that way, then what was the matter with that Miss Zheng living in the house?

A young unmarried woman, to just move into the Mo residence without cause—although Miss Zheng was indeed cordial and modest in her interactions on a daily basis, Uncle Wang didn’t particularly like her. After so many years immersed in a wealthy family, he had seen all kinds of people and immediately saw through Zheng Chuyi’s little schemes. On the surface she appeared gentle and understanding, yet there was an unmistakable arrogance hiding in the depths of her eyes.

It was as though everyone was beneath her status.

Compared to the current young girl, the difference was truly stark. At least, the girl before him had clear eyes, free from any impurities, and when she made eye contact, there was no deliberate attempt to ingratiate herself.

She truly had a likable appearance.

The butler appraised Chu Jin discreetly, while she met his gaze with openness and confidence...

After all, one could lose anything but must not lose their presence.

To cower and cringe would be too revealing of a lesser breeding.

It was at that moment that Mo Zhixuan gently squeezed her hand, reminding her, "Greet him."

Chu Jin quickly responded, giving the butler a polite smile, her dimples shallow, "Uncle Wang."

Uncle Wang smiled and nodded in return.

Mo Zhixuan, with Chu Jin in his arms, took it upon himself to introduce her, "Uncle Wang, this is my fiancée, the young Miss of the Chu family, Chu Jin."

At this, Uncle Wang was momentarily stunned, as he had heard some rumors about the young Miss of the Chu family but the girl before him was nothing like them.

Originally, when Uncle Wang heard that the ninth young master’s fiancée was the young Miss of the Chu family, he had secretly felt sorry for the young master.

He had thought the young master wouldn’t acknowledge this marriage, but now it seemed that the young master had completely taken this young girl to heart.

But Uncle Wang, after all, had seen much of the world and quickly came back to his senses, nodding slightly at Chu Jin, "Miss Chu."

Then, looking up at Mo Zhixuan, he said, "Young Master Nine, the Lady and Mrs. Tong have been waiting inside for a long time, please come in quickly."

The Mo family’s estate was vast, filled with pavilions, towers, artificial mountains, and waterside pavilions amidst the sounds of birds and fragrances of flowers—a classical representation of extravagant luxury.

Even in the sweltering heat of June, a cool breeze continually swept through, carrying with it a faint sweetness that penetrated the heart and spleen, delighting the senses.

Passing through a winding corridor, the sound of laughter could soon be heard from not too far away.

"Elder Madam, Lady Tong, the ninth young master has arrived," announced the butler, stepping forward.

Upon entering, Chu Jin saw a full living room of people, with Elder Madam Mo and Lady Tong seated in the main seats, Zhou Xunian and a young woman to the left, and a mysteriously dignified man occupying a seat alone. To the right were Duanmu Zhe and...

"Jin! How did you get here?" Mo Qingyi got up excitedly, her face full of shock, "Jin, why are you with my brother? You two..."

Mo Qingyi eyed the pair with some suspicion, then her gaze shifted to their clasped hands, a mischievous smile curling at the corner of her mouth.

Ah, hey!

What was the deal between her brother and Jin?

Could Jin be... that short-lived sister-in-law of hers?

With this thought, the smile froze on her face.

Chu Jin felt unnerved under Mo Qingyi’s mischievous smile and subconsciously tried to pull away from Mr. Mo’s grip, but to no avail, as he did not give her the chance.

Moreover, Chu Jin clearly felt two pairs of eyes sizing her up.

One gaze was intensely hot, as if wishing to burn her to ashes, and carrying a thick sense of hostility.

The other seemed indifferent at a glance, but concealed a scrutinizing look mixed with a bit of intimidation, as if testing her true strength.

Following the gaze, Chu Jin saw a woman dressed in blue, her features striking and bold, with a blue peach blossom ornament dotted at her brow. Her long hair was tied up high, and her entire demeanor was neat and tidy. A dark aura enveloped her, clearly indicating she was no ordinary person.

As Chu Jin looked her way, the woman in blue disdainfully curled her lips towards Chu Jin, with an air of arrogant hostility.

When her eyes flitted past the woman in blue, she saw a young man dressed in black, handsome as a jade carving, his obsidian-like pupils shining with mystery. His outwardly calm gaze hid a piercing insight, exuding a mysterious royal grace that evoked the image of a wild beast pouncing on its prey in the primitive forest—filled with danger.

Noticing Chu Jin’s indifferent look towards him, the man in black subtly raised his eyebrows, intensifying the veiled threat in his gaze.

Suddenly, an overwhelming pressure bore down on Chu Jin like a crush from all directions, she subtly curled her lips and without flinching, sent the pressure rebounding back towards the man.

Watching the purple lightning that cleaved towards him, the man in black’s pupils constricted slightly, and his fingers curved gently, catching all the lightning into the palm of his hand.

Looking at Chu Jin, his eyes clearly showed a touch of astonishment and wonder.

It was then that Chu Jin withdrew her gaze from them in a leisurely manner, paying them no further attention.

Coming back to her senses from her brief daze, Mo Qingyi swallowed hard and stuttered, "Jin Jin Jin, Jin, you and my brother?"

"Call her sister-in-law," Mo Zhixuan said as he looked at Mo Qingyi.

His tone deep, and his presence enveloped by a powerful aura, even Mo Qingyi, his sister, felt somewhat intimidated by him.

"Sister-in-law," Mo Qingyi said, compelled by Mr. Mo’s powerful presence.

This was too strange, how had Jin suddenly become her sister-in-law?

"Brother Nine," the woman in blue who had been sitting by Zhou Xunian got up and stood next to Mo Zhixuan. She glanced at Chu Jin with a snort of disdain, then said to Mo Zhixuan, "Brother Nine, the Elder has a message for you; let’s find a place to talk."

Mo Zhixuan nodded slightly at the woman in blue, "That’s fine, let’s talk in the study then."

With that, he released Chu Jin’s hand, telling her, "I’ll be back quickly," and left with the woman in blue.

"Qingyi, hurry up and bring your sister-in-law over here to sit," Elder Madam Mo said with a pleasant smile at just the right moment.

"Sister, wasn’t I right? Doesn’t the little girl look appealing?" Aunt Tong handed Elder Madam Mo a peeled tangerine and, seizing the opportunity, whispered softly.