When Minxin said this, King Jingyao watched him, deep in thought.

Minxin smiled and continued, "With Jingchuan’s abilities, he achieved success 30 years ago. Yet today, he’s met such an end. I wonder what he did to make you so unhappy."

"Your temper, ah, you should tone it down. Jingchuan is an old-timer. While it feels good to drive him away now, you might not get used to the new person and end up losing your temper again. Wouldn’t that be a loss? Also, if you want Jingchuan to come back, he probably won’t want to. You need to consider all aspects thoroughly. Once you regret it, it’ll be too late. A broken mirror can’t be made whole again. Look at me, at my age, I finally have a kid, and now I have to sleep on the sofa and mind others’ expressions. Old Wang, don’t follow in my footsteps."

Minxin spoke with a seemingly earnest attitude, but how could Old Wang not see his schadenfreude?

He snickered, coldly, "Jingchuan is not a woman, nor is he Zhou Yu. How could you compare them?"

Minxin made a surprised sound, then spoke again with a refreshing demeanor, "That’s not right. Jingchuan cared for you more diligently than your sister-in-law once did. You were very satisfied, and now this decision seems somewhat heartless."

He patted his pants, "Aren’t you worried about others gossiping? Besides, Jingchuan is a scholar and went out from your side. What if he meets someone who appreciates him and happens to be at odds with you? Every time he appears in public and directs your former aide, it’s like a slap in your face."

King Jingyao watched Minxin and said somewhat irritably, "You keep going on and on. Are you suggesting I swallow my pride and beg him to return? It’s normal to put someone behind the scenes when they talk about me behind my back. Yet, he had too little face and couldn’t remain calm, and left just like that. I can’t control the rain or someone wanting to marry. It’s beyond me now." 𝙛𝒓𝒆𝙚𝒘𝒆𝓫𝙣𝓸𝙫𝓮𝒍.𝒄𝒐𝓶

He gritted his teeth, "Wang Jingchuan is a sensible person. He won’t dare to speak half a word of what shouldn’t be said, and won’t dare to mingle with the wrong people."

Minxin smiled, his gaze profound.

After he left, King Jingyao slumped onto the leather office chair, pondering back and forth, checking for any overlooked details.

Ha, he had long suspected that little bastard Gu. She indeed is proud and has a terrible temper, but she’s a cunning person. If she dares to oppose him, she must have something on him. The more he pondered, the more he felt it was off, finally seizing a pretext.

Jingchuan was an old hand who had been with him for nearly thirty years. Exceptional, with just a glance or an equivocal remark, Jingchuan would immediately understand his mind. Now, after just a while since his departure, it felt somewhat uncomfortable...

News of Wang Jingchuan’s departure quickly shook Beicheng.

In the afternoon, Jiang Chaoge came over, bringing along a young stranger. King Jingyao hadn’t met him but thought, this person should be named Jiang.

The old brother perked up to deal with it, being quite amiable to Jiang Chaoge, even personally pouring her tea.

The young man surnamed Jiang appeared somewhat apprehensive.

Old Wang brother slightly ignored him, only warmly chatting with Jiang Chaoge without mentioning any other matters.

Jiang Chaoge stayed for about half an hour, but unable to get a definite word from him, she realized King Jingyao knew her intentions but wasn’t initiating the topic. Finally, she brought it up first, "Jingyao, I heard Jingchuan left."

King Jingyao leaned back on the sofa, slightly tilted his head back, and made a nasally hum.

It wasn’t exactly a statement.

Jiang Chaoge’s heart beat a bit faster, and after a while, she spoke again, "Then you can’t be without a reliable person by your side."

"It is inconvenient." King Jingyao fiddled with the teacup in his hand, smiling faintly, "Jingchuan has been with me for about thirty years; he knows my habits inside and out. But the logistics already identified a suitable candidate, and they’re starting tomorrow."

Jiang Chaoge’s heart skipped a beat, knowing there was no room for maneuver. It was a refusal, but today’s task was given by Jiang Bin, which she couldn’t easily defy, so she pressed on, "I know you prefer to use experienced people, but having a young and lively person around is sometimes quite good."

King Jingyao’s gaze fell on the uncomfortable young man, then looked at Jiang Chaoge, speaking slowly, "Are you saying I’m old and need young people’s energy?"

Jiang Chaoge always knew he was difficult to please. Even now, under these circumstances, when speaking to her, his tone was somewhat estranged, making her struggle to respond.

After much deliberation, she softened her voice, "I didn’t mean it that way, just that I hope you have someone reliable by your side."

Old Wang brother gently patted her hand in comfort, "How could I ever doubt your intentions?"

He looked again at that handsome young man, knowing he must be a Jiang family branch. If he were from the main family, they wouldn’t send him to serve others and mind others’ faces. This was just another pitiful child under Jiang Bin’s control.

So, the old brother spoke softly, "How about this, the child is still young. Let him go down and work as an officer. After gaining a few years of experience, he can slowly rise to a suitable position later."

Jiang Chaoge, although slightly disappointed, found this outcome not too bad. Returning home, she could still give Jiang Bin an account, and this arrangement for the child also provided a path.

Jiang Chaoge turned his head, saying to the young man, "Thank Mr. Wang."

The young man’s face turned slightly red, very good looking, and he thanked King Jingyao softly.

King Jingyao looked at him and thought he had a somewhat androgynous appearance, instantly understanding Jiang Bin’s intention, feeling very contemptuous. That shameless person treating him, King Jingyao, as someone so low...

Later, the young man left first. Jiang Chaoge felt that in private, she could say some heartfelt words. Leaning slightly toward him, appearing somewhat intimate, her voice was very gentle, "Jingyao, what’s with you today? Why were you so furious with Jingchuan that you drove him away?"

King Jingyao glanced at her, then sipped the hot tea before speaking, "It was no big deal, just that his heart was no longer here."

He paused for a moment, "Having a different intention means he can’t stay."

Jiang Chaoge’s heart pounded faster, involuntarily taking it personally.

After a long time, she softly spoke, "Then, what about later? You can’t be without a trusted person by your side."

The old brother moved slightly closer to her, chuckling lightly, "Isn’t there still you?"

Suddenly, Jiang Chaoge felt extremely excited. Such excitement was normal, as people have an awe of power, and King Jingyao was the strongest man in Beicheng.

The old brother really was a charming figure, with a set of skills for handling women. With just a few ambiguous words, he coaxed Jiang Chaoge into a good mood. Afterward, he started discussing business, "Chaoge, how’s that project preparation going? Any issues with technology and funding?"

Jiang Chaoge paused before responding, "Currently setting up the lab. I discussed with Uncle Jiang and finally decided on Jiangcheng."

Jiangcheng?

The old brother smiled, "Jiangcheng is a good place. I still have many old acquaintances there, all former subordinates of the old gentleman. If you encounter any problems in Jiangcheng, just let me know, and I’ll help you resolve them."

As for funding, he didn’t ask further. Obviously, Jiang Bin wanted to monopolize the project, and he wasn’t in a hurry.

Once the project was realized, there were plenty of ways for him to deal with the Jiang clan.

As for who was right or wrong, it wasn’t visible now, was it?

The Bo Family was even more enigmatic.

He never underestimated the Bo Family. Although Bo Nianyao appeared to indulge in collecting antiques and art daily, he had everything in Beicheng well arranged. The Bo Family’s side branches were densely scattered throughout Beicheng. Not to mention Xichen’s stability and international reputation. Also, that trouble-making, fearless young bastard, oh, and Lin Yun wasn’t to be underestimated. With a good father, few dared to provoke her in Beicheng.

Moreover, these people were wholeheartedly doting on that young bastard. They’d shield her even if she caused the sky to fall. The old brother felt suffocated just thinking about it.

Therefore, he wouldn’t take sides now. Even if outwardly, he seemed aligned with Jiang Chaoge, secretly he wouldn’t burn all bridges. The little bastard surnamed Gu banked on this, daring to challenge him.

Heavens, when did he, King Jingyao, born into a prestigious family, ever suffer this kind of grievance?

The old brother couldn’t help but feel extremely aggrieved while thinking about it.

Jiang Chaoge watched him quietly, suddenly speaking, "Jingyao, trust me. My heart leans towards you between you and Uncle Jiang."

"Naturally, that’s the case." The old brother’s voice was gentle, even strangely tinged with deep affection.

But internally, he was already cursing, MMP, if you leaned towards me, why’d you secretly sign the contract, treating me like an idiot?

King Jingyao’s response made Jiang Chaoge feel at ease.

Once she left and stood outside, her mind became active again.

With someone like Wang Jingchuan, a walking data vault gone, if she could use him and gain some special information, it would be a great advantage.

Thus, Jiang Chaoge didn’t directly return to Jiang’s Hospital but went to Wang Jingchuan’s home.

Wang Jingchuan’s wife was at home. Upon hearing her purpose, she was somewhat surprised; then she said, "Oh, Jingchuan came home in the morning and went out for lunch with friends."

Wang Jingchuan’s wife, being with her husband for a long time, also became quite shrewd, not revealing that it was with Little Gu.