The CEO’s Substitute Wife Is A Genius
Chapter 276: Oh no! Sister Man’s adoptive father is coming to kill us!

Chapter 276: Chapter 276: Oh no! Sister Man’s adoptive father is coming to kill us!

Lu Xuemei, who had always been carefree, almost choked on her rice when she heard the words "first love."

She coughed fiercely a couple of times, picking up her cup and guzzling down two mouthfuls of water.

"I’m full." Having said that, she stood up, leaving her barely touched bowl of rice and walked away without looking back.

The old lady had always been amiable and had a very easy-going temperament.

But on this matter, she rarely showed anger, her complexion turned dark, and her tone rose, "Manman, don’t you ever bring up your mother’s first love again, and it’s best not to ask why she’s single either!"

"...Okay." Jiang Man’s hand stiffened, holding her chopsticks, not daring to continue picking up any dishes.

She could feel the irritation emanating from the old lady. Was it only because she had been holding back all this while, or because she saw Jiang Man as her lifesaver, that she hadn’t already erupted in anger?

Excellent.

Jiang Man felt triumphant inside.

It seemed the old lady still had quite a dislike for Jiang Man’s adoptive father!

...

Elsewhere, in Hong Kong city.

Hu Ming was treating everyone to lunch. He said he would take his sister and brother-in-law to Temple Street in Yau Ma Tei to enjoy the local delicacies.

He told Jiang Man that many gangster movies and cop films had been shot on Temple Street.

Even though the three of them were dressed very inconspicuously, they still attracted quite a bit of attention.

This was because the aura Lu Xingzhou exuded was simply too outstanding. Even in a plain shirt, he still radiated an innate aristocracy and elegance.

As for Hu Ming, wearing a teal shirt, he emitted a very traditional air of a dandy.

In contrast, Jiang Man seemed out of place next to the two of them.

She wore a baseball cap, blue jeans, a white tank top, with a white casual jacket over it.

December in Hong Kong has temperatures ranging from the teens to twenty degrees, with average daytime temperature over twenty degrees.

One could say it was comfortably cool.

"This place serves very authentic fish balls and beef offal. You should try them later. And the sweet soups from that shop there, they are better than any other place, sweet but not cloying. Sister, which sweet soup would you like?"

"You choose for me." Jiang Man readily accepted Hu Ming’s enthusiasm.

This was his familiar turf, so naturally, she would follow his lead.

When there’s a chance to go to a place she’s familiar with, then she would offer the hospitality of the host.

"And how about you, brother-in-law?" Hu Ming asked Lu Xingzhou.

Lu Xingzhou, propping his forehead, looked at Jiang Man as if she were a famous painting, seemingly never tiring of looking at her, "The same as Manman."

"Okay," Hu Ming made an OK gesture and turned to leave.

Jiang Man took out her phone, ready to play some games.

Just then, an incoming call made her both nervous and excited.

She almost subconsciously stood up and moved to a spot where there were fewer people around.

"Hello, Dad!" She tried to control her emotions, but she couldn’t hide the coquettishness in her voice.

This kind of coquettish tone only appeared when she was with her adoptive father.

"How’s the research in Africa going? When are you coming home? Your birthday is coming up." The voice on the other end was robust and powerful.

Just from the sound, one could guess he must be a strong and sturdy man, giving off a strong sense of security.

"I’m doing a research project... I can’t come back for the time being..." Jiang Man bit her lip.

Since being adopted by her father, she had spent every birthday with him.

Every year, her father would meticulously organize her birthday, protecting her while also ensuring it was lavish and grand.

Every year on her birthday, she was like a true princess, making wishes and blowing out candles amidst the cheers and applause of distinguished guests.

This year’s 21st birthday might be an exception.

"I know you’re busy, so I came over early." The man’s voice on the phone was steady, still very calm and composed, "This year, let’s celebrate your birthday in Africa."

"Dad, you’re coming here?" Jiang Man was startled.

"I’m talking to you via satellite from my private plane. I’ll arrive in about thirteen hours."

My goodness.

Jiang Man gasped for air.

She wasn’t in Africa; she was in Hong Kong.

From Hong Kong to Nairobi, Africa, it takes fourteen hours, and accounting for the time to travel to the airport, it couldn’t be less than sixteen hours.

That is to say, even if she set off immediately, she would still arrive after her adopted father.

Her adopted father’s sudden departure to Africa had thrown her into a panic.

Because this meant that the thing she had been hiding for months was about to be discovered by her adopted father.

"Daddy, I’m not in Neihuawa..."

"Where have you been?" Jin Yeye was not surprised in the slightest.

His daughter had always yearned for freedom and distant places, and since graduating from Harvard, she had begun a research journey.

The Americas, Europe, Africa...

He knew that her journey included more than these destinations.

"Daddy, I’ve come to Beicheng, I’ve received an invitation from a local research institute to conduct a research project here..."

Jiang Man, who usually was cool and tough, lost all her composure and spoke like a little girl who had done something wrong, extremely apprehensive.

But at this point, all she could do was tell the truth.

If her adopted father hadn’t suddenly gone to Africa, she could have rushed to New York two days before her birthday, and nothing would have had to change.

Plans always fall behind changes.

Hearing that his daughter had gone to Beicheng, Jin Yeye clearly paused, somewhat stunned.

After a while, his deep and magnetic voice finally spoke up, "Because of this research, you can’t come back?"

"Yes," Jiang Man answered truthfully.

But that was the only matter she dared to be honest about. She couldn’t bring herself to talk about the search for her biological parents.

Including the fact that she had secretly married Lu Xingzhou, she dared not mention a single word about it.

She understood her father’s temperament, knowing the reveal would probably lead to an earth-shattering reaction, turning everything upside down.

"Daddy, how about this, I’ll definitely return for my birthday. Why don’t you turn back to New York now, for this year’s birthday I want to celebrate at Disney. You can book the entire Disney for me, no problem, right?"

After saying this, Jiang Man held her breath.

Not until she heard the indulgent laughter of the man on the other end did she breathe a sigh of relief, "Booking Disney is nothing. If you like, Daddy will buy it for you and give it to you as a birthday present!"

"That works too..." Jiang Man agreed.

"Alright, then I’ll have the plane return, let’s leave it at that," Jin Yeye said with a serious tone.

"Daddy, love you."

"Slick talker."

When Jin Yeye hung up the satellite phone, the corners of his mouth were raised in a satisfied smile.

But the next second, the smile on his face disappeared, replaced by a dignified and imposing expression, full of unquestionable authority and decisive ruthlessness.

"Yin Hu, inform Azure Dragon, I want all of my daughter’s movements and information in Beicheng."

"Yes!"

...

After Jiang Man hung up the phone, she let out a sigh of relief.

Once her breathing eased, she immediately called Liu Qinglong.

On the other end of the phone, respect was evident, "Miss, what are your instructions?"

"My dad will send someone to find you soon. If it’s to inquire about me, I hope you can help me keep it a secret."

Liu Qinglong nearly lost his grip on the phone in shock, "Keep it from Jin Yeye? Miss, even with ten thousand times the courage, I wouldn’t dare!"

"If you do me this favor, I will definitely remember your kindness," Jiang Man did not say much.

She knew this matter was difficult and tricky.

Under her father were four protectors: Azure Dragon, Yin Hu, Vermilion Bird, and Xuan Wu.

Azure Dragon had originally been the most promising among her father’s four protectors.

But, compared to the other three protectors, he was quite mediocre in talent.

Her father had grown increasingly disappointed in him and later simply dispatched him to Z country to oversee the black and underworld scenes there.

He did not let her father down, quickly establishing a foothold and growing the Qinglong Gang into one of the most powerful gangs in Beicheng, and even in the whole of Z country.

Although Jiang Man was not involved in her father’s business, she was well aware that Liu Qinglong had always wanted to prove himself and return to serve at the King Corporation.

"Uncle Liu, please," Jiang Man paused, adjusting her form of address.

Liu Qinglong was flattered and immediately responded, "Miss, I dare not, I dare not, but I will help with this favor! Even if Jin Yeye demands my head, for the ’Uncle’ from Miss, it’s worth it!"

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