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Family Affair(2)

Chu Yuxuan Chu Yuxuan is one of the main characters in the novel and is the illegitimate son of Chu Zhiqing. Although he appears to be a charming and flamboyant young man from a wealthy family, his life is actually filled with complex inner struggles and hidden motives. He is tall and handsome, but his personality is rebellious, holding a defiant attitude towards family arrangements and societal rules. His lifestyle is extravagant, and his behavior often seems frivolous and unconstrained, but beneath the surface, he harbors unspoken issues and schemes. Chu Zhiqing Chu Zhiqing is Chu Yuxuan’s father and the head of the Chu family. He is a typical business tycoon, presenting a refined exterior but possessing a shrewd and strategic mind. Chu Zhiqing has deep paternal affection for Chu Yuxuan but also harbors complex expectations and pressures. Despite his occasionally indulgent attitude towards Chu Yuxuan, his acumen in managing the family business and personal charm are impeccable. His outward demeanor and actions mask the complexity of his inner world and his true expectations for Chu Yuxuan. Zhao Yanan Zhao Yanan is Chu Yuxuan’s wife. Although their marriage is primarily for commercial purposes, her role is significant in the story. Zhao Yanan is known for her calm demeanor and noble presence, often appearing distant and aloof. Her attitude towards Chu Yuxuan is complex; she seeks to gain benefits from the marriage but is simultaneously repelled by his behavior. Zhao Yanan’s intelligence and decisiveness make her adept at handling the challenges posed by Chu Yuxuan. Wang Long Wang Long is a renowned director in the industry, famous for his eccentric appearance and bold personality. His direct manner of speaking often involves provocation and sarcasm. Despite his prominent status in the entertainment circle, Wang Long’s private life is filled with alcohol and indiscreet behavior. His relationship with Chu Yuxuan is intricate; he is both a collaborator and a potential rival. Wang Long’s character adds dramatic and entertaining elements to the novel. Xia Zhu Xia Zhu is a top actress in the entertainment industry, recognized and adored for her exceptional looks and outstanding acting skills. She is tall and elegant, with a high level of charm and attractiveness. Having spent years striving in the entertainment industry, Xia Zhu has faced numerous hardships and challenges, but she has consistently maintained strong professionalism and personal charm. Despite her considerable success in her career, Xia Zhu’s personal life is often a media focal point. Her independent and resilient personality, along with her rational and calm attitude towards relationships and marriage, further define her character. Her complex relationship with Chu Yuxuan, marked by past intimacy and current tension, adds depth and intrigue to the narrative. Xia Zhu is not only a crucial component of Chu Yuxuan’s emotional conflicts but also a key figure in the overall story, bringing significant drama and layers to the plot.

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Chapter 155 Hurry Up and Get Out!

After taking care of his injuries at the hospital, Chu Zhiqing called: "Come to the Red Building; I've arranged a meeting with them."

Chu Yuxuan responded with impatience: "Just tell me what's going on with this so-called Xue family. I'll handle it myself."

Chu Zhiqing sighed: "Son, be patient for a bit. Let's discuss this at the Red Building."

Chu Yuxuan didn't reply, hung up the phone, and after some thought, decided to head to the Red Building.

Half an hour later, the three brothers brought the gunman to the Red Building. Chu Zhiqing's bodyguards had been waiting at the entrance and took them to a private room on the third floor. Inside the room, Chu Zhiqing was seated at the main position. To his right was a man in his thirties, Xue Fei, who was Xue Can's older brother. Xue Can stood lazily behind his brother, while the rest were the respective bodyguards from both sides.

Upon seeing Chu Yuxuan enter, Xue Fei immediately stood up, smiling and extending his hand: "Mr. Chu, it's a pleasure to meet you!"

Chu Zhiqing, with a smiling face, introduced: "Son, this is Mr. Xue Fei, Xue Can's elder brother."

Chu Yuxuan completely ignored the "friendly hand" extended to him, not even glancing at Xue Fei. Instead, he looked at Xue Can behind him, coldly saying, "You little b*st*rd, did I dig up your family's grave?"

As he spoke, he dragged the gunman in front of him and kicked him to the ground, fuming, "Look with your own dog eyes, isn't this your lackey?"

Chu Zhiqing: ...

"Son, let's keep our tone civil." Chu Yuxuan shot him a glare: "I'm already being very polite! If it weren't for my two bodyguards tonight, I might not have survived!"

The gunman, who was kneeling on the ground, glanced up at him with a strange expression, thinking, "He was like a death god during the gunfight, and now he's spouting nonsense? How come all the credit is given to the bodyguards? Why did I end up like this?"

Facing Chu Yuxuan's rude questioning, Xue Can watched him with a smile that wasn't quite a smile, staring at him without responding.

Xue Fei retracted his overly friendly hand and, unfazed, said, "Mr. Chu, I understand you're very angry. Besides apologizing, I'm also here to resolve this matter."

Chu Yuxuan sneered, "How are you going to resolve it? Huh? Let me tell you, I don't care who you are or if you're richer than me; I'm not short of money!"

"Mr. Chu, you misunderstood," Xue Fei picked up a bottle of white liquor from the table, pouring it as he spoke, "The resolution I'm talking about is quite simple."

Before the words were fully out of his mouth, Xue Fei suddenly turned around and smashed the liquor bottle over Xue Can's head!

"Bang!"

Xue Can, caught off guard, was knocked to the ground, blood gushing from his head immediately.

This scene was unexpected for everyone, except for Chu Zhiqing, who remained unfazed and continued to play the peacemaker: "Oh, why resort to violence? We should resolve this amicably..."

Xue Fei glanced at Chu Yuxuan, removed his watch, rolled up his sleeves, and said with a smile, "Mr. Chu, please step back a bit."

With that, he picked up a nearby chair and mercilessly started smashing it down on Xue Can. It was clear from the intensity of the beating that they were not acting like brothers but as if they had deep-seated grudges.

Xue Can curled up tightly, covering his head, and despite being hit heavily more than ten times, he didn't make a sound. "You b*st*rd! Did I not warn you to stop causing trouble?!"

Fuming, Xue Fei then turned the chair on the surviving gunman, smashing him to a bloody pulp with a few blows. "I hired you bodyguards to protect him, not to mess around with him!"

Throwing the chair to the ground, Xue Fei grabbed the gunman by the hair and said sternly, "The other night, I warned him not to provoke Chu Men, and now you're creating trouble? Xue Can always listens to me. I know you've been close to him lately; are you the one instigating him?"

The gunman, holding his head and grimacing, didn't dare look at Xue Fei.

"You scum, you deserve to die!" Xue Fei said, casting a glance at his bodyguards.

The bodyguards understood immediately, drawing their guns and shooting the gunman in the head.

"Bang!"

After the gunshot, the room fell into a dead, eerie silence.

Chu Zhiqing shook his head and sighed, "Ah... how did it come to this? It's really unnecessary..."

Chu Yuxuan frowned. He had never intended to let the gunman live. Bringing him to the Red Building was merely to prevent the Xue family from denying responsibility and to have a witness. Unexpectedly, Xue Fei had used him as a scapegoat, clearly implying that Xue Can had been incited by others to trouble him.

For Xue Fei, the Xue family wasn't intimidated by Chu Zhiqing. Resolving it this way was meant to save face for Chu Men and avoid escalating the conflict between the two families.

"Mr. Chu, I know you're probably still upset, but this beast is my own brother. I sincerely apologize. Given that he was incited by others, let's consider this matter settled," Xue Fei said.

Chu Yuxuan was about to speak when Chu Zhiqing preempted him, "Alright, alright, son, calm down."

Chu Yuxuan looked at him and saw Chu Zhiqing giving him a signal to ease up. He thought that the priority was to deal with the mastermind behind the scenes from ten years ago, so it was better to avoid further complications. After a moment of consideration, he glared at the Xue Can, who was being helped up by bodyguards, and asked, "The matter is settled, but you still owe me an explanation. What did I do to provoke you? Why are you attacking me like a mad dog?"

Xue Can licked the blood from his mouth and coldly said, "I just can't stand you!"

"Slap!"

Xue Fei slapped him across the face, "Shut up! Aren't you embarrassed? Scum!"

He then turned to Chu Yuxuan, his expression softening, "It's just a small misunderstanding. I guarantee he won't bother you again."

At that moment, Situ Jingyao entered the room with several women in qipao. Her gaze briefly swept over Chu Yuxuan, then looked at the corpse on the floor, and turned a cold stare at Xue Fei, saying sharply, "Mr. Xue, you've really grown bolder, daring to shoot in the Red Building?"

Xue Fei pressed his lips together and replied coolly, "Sorry, Miss Situ. I was dealing with a family matter and got a bit emotional. My apologies."

"Hmph..." Situ Jingyao snorted coldly, "Since it's for your father's sake, I won't pursue this further this time. If there's a next time, I'll make sure you can't walk away! Now get out!"

Xue Fei's eyes flashed with a moment of darkness as he led his people out of the room.

Before leaving, Xue Can glanced at Situ Jingyao, seemingly feeling embarrassed in front of his beloved woman. He clenched his fists and then looked at Chu Yuxuan, his bloodied face hiding a smile with a hidden edge.

Outside the Red Building, Xue Fei slapped Xue Can a few more times and scolded him, "Useless! Didn't I tell you not to provoke Chu Men? Do you think you're someone important? Nine gunmen taken out by just two bodyguards; where do you think that leaves our family's reputation? Huh? Embarrassing!"

Ignoring his brother's scolding, Xue Can kept a smirking, unbothered expression on his face.

At this moment, one of Xue Fei's bodyguards suddenly said, "That Chu guy is suspicious. Surviving tonight wasn't just due to those two bodyguards."

Xue Fei turned to him, "Hmm?"

Despite the fact that 2V9 without any injuries was indeed hard to believe, it wasn't surprising for a rich heir to have skilled bodyguards. For example, the bodyguard currently speaking was a retired special forces soldier Xue Fei had hired at great expense. If this bodyguard had to handle the rabble Xue Can had sent tonight, it would have been a piece of cake.

Moreover, Chu Yuxuan had always been seen as a rich playboy. Who would have thought that a wealthy heir would be someone with such profound killing methods?

The bodyguard frowned, recalling the scene in the room, and said, "When I fired, he showed no reaction at all, not even blinking."