Chapter 244: Jiang Cheng Sees Wu Yue’s Photo Without Losing Control

Chapter 244: Jiang Cheng Doesn’t Fly Into a Rage Upon Seeing Wu Yue’s Photo

Jiang Yuhua objected, "Wait, why should you be paired with Wu Yue?"

Jiang Huaizhi glanced sideways. "The rules state pairs must be male and female."

Jiang Yuhua said, "Then change it. Since we’re fixing the outcome anyway, let’s just go all-out with cheating."

Jiang Huaizhi refused, "That would raise suspicions."

Jiang Yuhua reluctantly backed down.

Jiang Qian said smugly, "Then pair with me. Brother, you’re always so cold—you might scare the girl. Unlike me..."

Jiang Huaizhi said coolly, "Unlike you, with your reputation as a playboy."

Jiang Qian was incredulous. "Brother, are you out of your mind? You’ll stop at nothing to drag my name through the mud! I’ve barely even shown my face in public—how am I a playboy?!"

Jiang Huaizhi said, "Wasn’t it you who suddenly smiled at some stranger?"

Jiang Qian said, "That’s because she looked a bit like *Meibao* when she was little!"

Jiang Mubai cut in, "Second Brother, I think Big Brother makes a good point. Your reputation is bad—don’t go embarrassing us. How about this? Let me pair with Wu Yue."

Jiang Qian was furious. His reputation was bad? Since when had he fallen so low that even stepping outside was an embarrassment?!

Jiang Huaizhi looked at Jiang Mubai, who puppy-eyed and cupped his cheeks.

"Brother, you’re my own flesh and blood. You wouldn’t deny me, would you?"

Jiang Huaizhi ignored him and continued, "I’ll find a way to get Wu Yue’s DNA sample. You three run tests immediately."

The other three exchanged glances.

This guy was determined to keep it all to himself.

Should they kill him first? He’d been a thorn in their side for a while now.

They subtly reached for their guns under the table.

Jiang Huaizhi gave them an icy glare. "Are you forgetting something important?"

"What?"

Jiang Huaizhi said, "This event is called a 'dating mixer.' Though the main targets are combat teams, if Wu Yue already has a partner, she probably won’t attend. Blaze would just send another female member instead."

It hit them—right!

What if Wu Yue already had someone she liked? She might not even come!

Jiang Yuhua’s expression twisted. "We pulled all these strings to set up such a big event, even offering an entire mine as a prize."

If Wu Yue doesn't come at all, wouldn't that just give others an advantage?

The mining rights are trivial. If we miss this opportunity, it might truly be hard to..."

Jiang Yuhua didn't finish his sentence, and an uneasy silence fell over the group.

Jiang Huaizhi spoke in a low voice, "So I plan to personally go to Blaze and invite Wu Yue."

The three of them spun around in unison, "What did you just say!?"

Jiang Huaizhi continued, "I'll say that I've been a fan since the World Boss fight and hope to get to know her through this event.

Moreover..."

He produced the video he had obtained from Charles,

"Her outstanding performance in the battle against Contrascale has also left me in awe."

They exchanged rapid glances.

Jiang Yuhua: [sarcastically] Trust me, he's dead serious about this. He's using his authority for personal gain to gain Wu Yue's favor in advance.

Jiang Mubai nodded: Yes! I know my brother—this is classic him - no shame at all!

Jiang Qian's gaze darkened: We can't let him seize the chance to meet the girl alone first!

The three turned back and spoke simultaneously:

"We're coming too!"

Jiang Huaizhi put on his best straight face, "Too conspicuous. People would get suspicious!"

Just as they were about to argue, their eyes widened in horror as they were staring past Jiang Huaizhi.

At the same time, Jiang Huaizhi heard a voice right behind him—

Cold, eerie, and low—

"Where are you going?"

He slowly turned his head to see Jiang Cheng, who should've been asleep by now.

Jiang Cheng tilted his head slightly, his gaze falling on the hologram. The four of them, caught with the hologram still playing, stared in terror.

Just when they thought Jiang Cheng would fly off the handle like usual,

After calmly observing Wu Yue in the footage for a moment, Jiang Cheng wordlessly turned on his heel and left.

Leaving the four of them bewildered, shooting each other nervous looks.

Jiang Qian muttered in shock, "What's going on...? Third Uncle didn't blow up this time?"

Shen Que sat in Jian Suiyu's office stone-faced.

.....

Jian Suiyu asked, "Why did the Jiang family suddenly set up this meet-and-greet?"

Shen Que replied, "Charles said he showed Sirius that clip of Wu Yue in Vera Town."

Jian Suiyu, "Given the ages of the Sirius faction's heirs, they likely all had contact with Wu Yue as children.

Daoist Master Fu mentioned that Wu Yue was incredibly adorable as a child, like a finely carved jade doll—the most lovable kid she’d ever seen."

Shen Que, "Wu Yue’s still a charmer now."

Jian Suiyu, "....What went down in that room the other day?

If you think my status isn’t high enough, I can immediately upgrade to SSSVIP."

Shen Que remained silent, his expression oozing cocky and self-satisfied smugness at regaining the upper hand.

Alright, alright, you win! (eyeroll)

Jian Suiyu, "So you think this matchmaking event might be specifically arranged by the Jiang family for Wu Yue?"

Shen Que nodded, "Exactly."

Jian Suiyu, "You don’t want Wu Yue to go?"

Shen Que shook his head, "I respect Wu Yue’s decision. If she signs up with you, it means she’s made up her mind."

Jian Suiyu nodded, "Got it. Then the list of male participants..."

Jian Suiyu shot Shen Que a look, "What do you think? Should I play it by ear?"

Shen Que smiled, "If Wu Yue’s in, I’m in.

If Wu Yue doesn’t go, play it by ear, but I won’t be attending."

Fine, fine, you’ve got bulletproof logic now.

Jian Suiyu, "Captain, may I ask—are you currently on the prowl?"

Shen Que didn’t answer, turning to leave instead.

Jian Suiyu’s communicator suddenly lit up. Raising an eyebrow at the message, he called out to Shen Que’s smug retreating figure,

"Captain."

Shen Que, "Something else?"

Now it was Jian Suiyu’s turn to smile,

"Jiang Huaizhi, captain of Sirius, sent me a private message. He wants to visit Blaze."

Shen Que stared at Jian Suiyu’s fake, toothy smile and replied without hesitation, "Reject him."

Jian Suiyu, "Standard team networking. Chill out.

We’ll just keep Wu Yue away."

Shen Que nodded, giving an approving look, "Suiyu, I trust you to handle it."

Jian Suiyu, ".....Shen Que, have you been privately blocking left and right anyone trying to poach Wu Yue?"

Shen Que and Jian Suiyu locked eyes for a beat, his expression utterly unapologetic as he nodded like it was obvious.

"Yes."

No point hiding it.

If someone genuinely wanted to invite Wu Yue, they wouldn’t give up just because they got blocked.

Jian Suiyu, "Pfft."

What a hypocrite—all talk about respecting Wu Yue’s choices, but if she ever really tried to leave, he’d be bawling his eyes out and threatening to off himself in front of her.

Shen Que kept his cool. "When did Jiang Huaizhi say he’s coming?"

Jian Suiyu, "Tomorrow morning."

Shen Que, "Got it. Wu Yue usually tends to her garden in the morning. Set up the meeting with Jiang Huaizhi in the team conference room."

As Shen Que turned to leave, Jian Suiyu casually asked, "Where are you going now?"

Shen Que straightened his collar. "Getting a new look. By the way, did you get that membership card I asked for?"

He started meticulously styling his hair, secretly determined not to lose.

Jian Suiyu, "..."

This dude’s a total moron.