Ling Wei received a mysterious message.
"Meet me at Heavenly Pavilion. Come alone."
Curiosity piqued, she arrived at the elegant restaurant.
A refined woman, dressed in silk, awaited her.
The woman's piercing gaze sent shivers down Ling Wei's spine.
"Thank you for coming," she said, her voice dripping with elegance.
Ling Wei nodded, wary.
The woman introduced herself, her words slicing like a knife.
"I am Madame Jiang, Jiang Jian's mother."
Ling Wei's heart skipped a beat.
Madame Jiang's eyes narrowed.
"You're not of our class, Ling Wei.
You'll only bring harm to my son's reputation."
Her voice turned icy.
"Leave Jiang Jian. It's the best decision for both of you."
Ling Wei's eyes widened, her mind racing.
Madame Jiang's face twisted into a menacing smile.
"If you refuse... I'll use every means necessary."
The threat hung in the air like a dagger.
Ling Wei's eyes locked onto Madame Jiang's.
Her response hovered on the tip of her tongue.
.....
Gu Xun's private room at Heavenly Pavilion bustled with laughter.
Han Yufan sipped his tea, awaiting Jiang Jian's arrival.
Jiang Jian entered, apologizing for his tardiness.
Gu Xun pouted, playful.
"Jian, we've seen less of you since that Ling girl."
Jiang Jian's brow furrowed.
Gu Xun swiftly apologized.
"Aiyo, sorry, Great Master Jian."
The waiter arrived, greeting the group.
"Mr. Jiang, the girl you've been with was here this afternoon."
Jiang Jian's interest piqued.
"With a woman...a madam of a prominent family."
The waiter's eyes widened.
"I think I've seen her on TV."
Jiang Jian's expression froze.
He stood, grabbing his jacket.
"I'll be right back," he said, exiting swiftly.
Han Yufan and Gu Xun exchanged worried glances.
"What's wrong, Jian?" Gu Xun called out.
Jiang Jian's silence was ominous.
The waiter's words echoed in his mind.
Ling Wei, with another woman...a powerful madam?
A storm brewed within him.
He had to find Ling Wei.
Now.