Sharp Tongues and Silver Words

Chen Yunli is an external member of the Situ Family.

However, being called a member is rather misleading, as she has little to do with the external circle of the Situ Family.

She doesn't have the surname Situ, hasn't practiced martial arts, and isn't even clear about which direction the Situ Family's main gate faces.

She's merely a secular pawn recruited by the family. On a daily basis, she calmly runs her own restaurant. When no one contacts her, she enjoys her peace.

The only task assigned to her by the Situ Family is to get close to Jiang Chengshan.

To be honest, when she received this task, Chen Yunli didn't find it difficult.

She had met Jiang Chengshan several times. Although each meeting was secretly arranged by the Situ Family, her affection for this man was genuine.

In his thirties, he didn't have the common greasy and weary look of middle - aged men. His brows were clean, and he was straightforward in both speech and action.

What's even rarer is that, as thoroughly investigated by the Situ Family, he hadn't been involved with other women over the years and had single - handedly raised Jiang Yunlu.

Such a man is a rare species anywhere.

The Situ Family probably noticed this and sent her.

For a man of good conduct, sending a seductive woman to seduce him would be counterproductive. Chen Yunli's gentle and steady type was just right.

However, what Chen Yunli didn't know was that the Situ Family no longer existed.

The entire family was uprooted, and the news was completely cut off. No one informed her, no one took care of the aftermath, and no one would even contact an external member like her.

Situ Dingyi has to take the blame for this.

Of course, Chen Yunli knows nothing about all these.

She still thought her task was still valid and that there was a huge martial arts family standing behind her.

So when she saw Situ Yunshu standing beside Jiang Chengshan, her first reaction wasn't alertness, but... pity.

That woman looked so young, with skin glowing white and extremely delicate features. Standing beside Jiang Chengshan, the two of them side by side had an indescribable tacit understanding.

Chen Yunli's fingers tightened slightly, and her nails dug into her palm.

Having run the restaurant for so many years, she had seen all kinds of situations and maintained an impeccable smile on her face.

But the suffocating feeling in her chest wouldn't subside. It was like swallowing a stone that got stuck in her throat.

As an external member with a low rank, she wasn't qualified to meet the core members of the Situ Family, let alone have a photo of Situ Yunshu.

So she didn't recognize the woman in front of her. She just thought that the woman's eyebrows and eyes were somewhat similar to Jiang Yunlu's.

In her perception, this was Jiang Chengshan's new girlfriend.

After all the efforts and time she had spent, he had turned around and got together with someone else.

This feeling was unbearable.

Inevitably, there was a touch of sorrow in her heart.

But after all, she was a businesswoman and had already passed the course of emotional management.

She took a deep breath, swallowed back the sourness, and put on the face of an enthusiastic and considerate restaurant owner.

Chu Lintian, who knew the ins and outs of the matter, immediately said,

"Then let's take our seats. Today is Lin Mo's welcome banquet."

Jiang Yunlu, who had originally agreed to be as silent as Chu Miaomiao, still couldn't hold back in the end.

She looked at Chen Yunli's expression and then at Situ Yunshu, feeling sorry.

Auntie Lili had always been nice to her. She would send her gifts on festivals. Although there was the intention of the Situ Family behind it, her attitude was sincere.

After hesitating for two seconds, Jiang Yunlu still stepped forward.

"Auntie Lili, let me introduce you. This is my mother, Situ Yunshu."

Chen Yunli's smile froze on her face.

Situ Yunshu.

She knew this name too well. She was the eldest daughter of the Situ Family, a direct - line descendant, and most importantly, Jiang Yunlu's biological mother.

Jiang Yunlu's words were very well - chosen. If she had just said, "This is my mother," Chen Yunli would have probably thought she was a step - mother.

But with the name Situ Yunshu added, the nature was completely different.

People from martial arts families are good at maintaining their appearance. It's quite normal for those in their thirties or forties to look like they're in their early twenties.

That is to say, this wasn't some new lover. This was Jiang Yunlu's biological mother and Jiang Chengshan's original wife.

Chen Yunli's mind was working fast. Several thoughts intertwined, and finally, she could only force them down. The Situ Family sent her to get close to Jiang Chengshan to disappoint Situ Yunshu.

Most importantly, as far as she knew, Situ Yunshu was locked up in the Situ Family.

But now she was out. Had the Situ Family decided to let their family reunite?

Then there was no point for her to continue the task.

But after all, she was a seasoned person and didn't let her emotions show on her face. She just nodded with a smile and said, "So you're Madame Jiang. How do you do?"

Situ Yunshu also smiled, speaking politely, "I've heard that you've taken good care of our Yunlu and Chengshan. Thank you, Boss Chen."

Although the words sounded polite, they were full of thorns inside.

The words "our family" were pronounced clearly.

The words "take care of Chengshan" were even more meaningful.

Moreover, Chen Yunli had never introduced her surname from beginning to end.

Situ Yunshu called her Boss Chen right away.

What did this mean? It meant that the other party had already known everything about her.

Her name, her identity, and the little things between her and Jiang Chengshan. They knew it all.

Chen Yunli took another breath. She had taken enough breaths today. If she took any more, she might hyperventilate.

Lin Mo and Chu Lintian glanced at each other and couldn't help raising their eyebrows.

Although there was no visible sword - light or shadow of a battle, one could tell how sharp Situ Yunshu's words were.

Looking at Jiang Chengshan again, he still had a calm expression as usual, but it was obvious that he was faking it.

In fact, he was extremely panicked inside.

But it didn't matter. Lin Mo clapped his hands.

"Okay, isn't this my welcome banquet? Let's eat."

Saying that, Lin Mo walked towards the restaurant on the first floor.

Chu Lintian had booked the entire first floor. There were only their people there, and it was bright and more comfortable than a private room.

Chen Yunli then retreated to the kitchen. She needed to calm down and think about what to do next.

As soon as she left, Situ Yunshu turned around.

She didn't look at Jiang Chengshan but at Jiang Yunlu.

Her gaze was calm, but Jiang Yunlu felt a chill down her back.

Oh no.

Mom wasn't angry. Mom was just looking at her.

But this kind of calm stare was more terrifying than any scolding.

She quickly looked at her sisters and found that Xie Yuling was chatting with Auntie Zheng.

Chu Miaomiao also kept her head down and said nothing.

Good grief, these were her so - called sisters.

Then she looked at Lin Mo and found that Lin Mo was looking at her and winking at her.

Although he didn't say a word, she understood what he meant:

Don't worry, I'm here.

Jiang Yunlu's heart settled down a little.

Although she didn't know how Lin Mo planned to help her, this person had never let her down.

She quietly took two steps and moved closer to Lin Mo.