CHAPTER 448: CHAPTER 448

However, just as Jiang Moxi was about to refuse the coat draped over her by Feng Yu,

it was Old Master Feng who spoke first: "Xixi, you haven’t fully recovered yet; you can’t catch a cold. Whatever Ah Yu says, it’s for your own good."

With Old Master Feng’s support, Jiang Moxi had no choice but to let Feng Yu put the coat on her.

Fu Youhan, who witnessed the entire process, knew that Old Master Feng had already taught him a lesson at the start of the game.

But what could he do?

After all, Old Master Feng was an elder whom Jiang Moxi respected greatly, he couldn’t disrespect him, so he kept a smile on his face and started to play chess while saying, "Thank you, Old Master Feng, for your meticulous care for Xixi."

With Fu Youhan’s words, even Ye Chen couldn’t help but silently marvel in his heart: "Brother Han really has superior tactics, instantly transforming the love rival’s affection into care from Old Master Feng!"

Old Master Feng also noticed that Fu Youhan was no ordinary individual, but thinking of the marriage between him and Xixi in Yan City that he had just learned about this morning, his smile faded slightly.

"I am Xixi’s grandfather; it’s only right for me to be concerned about her. It’s not yet anyone else’s place to thank me for that." Old Master Feng murmured as he moved his chess piece.

"Perhaps Old Master Feng is unaware that Xixi and I are actually married in Yan City, so I am hardly an outsider!" Fu Youhan said with a smile.

As expected, his words brought obvious changes to everyone’s expressions.

Jiang Moxi was slightly annoyed, upset that Fu Youhan had brought up the marriage certificate in front of Old Master Feng.

Feng Yu sneered, mocking Fu Youhan because now he could only rely on the marriage certificate to claim his position.

Ye Chen was surprised; he knew that Fu Youhan and Jiang Moxi were preparing for a wedding, but it had not been held; he had no idea that Fu Youhan had moved so quickly and had gotten the marriage certificate even before the wedding preparations.

However, this revelation gave Ye Chen a new idea for winning back Yu Dingding.

If he couldn’t get through to Yu Dingding to change her mind, should he just carry her directly to the Civil Affairs Bureau?

But the reaction that Fu Youhan was most looking forward to was that of Old Master Feng.

If Old Master Feng were as conservative as other elderly people, thinking that since Jiang Moxi and Fu Youhan were already registered as married, they should only advocate keeping the marriage together rather than separating, that would be perfect.

Then, if Feng Yu and Feng Ming dared to stand in their way, they would probably have to endure a scolding from Old Master Feng.

Perhaps, Old Master Feng would even assist in persuading Jiang Moxi to return to Fu Youhan’s side.

But unfortunately, it was clear that Old Master Feng was not one to hold such conservative thoughts.

Upon learning that Fu Youhan and Jiang Moxi were already married, he just glanced at Jiang Moxi and said, "Being married doesn’t mean being completely tied down; if the other party is unsatisfactory, it’s still necessary to go separate ways."

In fact, a morning was enough for Old Master Feng to investigate everything thoroughly.

Including the fact that Jiang Moxi and Fu Youhan had registered their marriage!

So, before meeting Fu Youhan, Old Master Feng had already fully prepared himself.

Nevertheless, Jiang Moxi seemed frightened as if she was scared that he would find out about these things.

Old Master Feng glanced over and saw that the child’s eyes were somewhat panicked.

Thus, he spoke again: "In life, everyone makes mistakes sometimes. As long as you can bear the consequences of those mistakes, it’s fine. Xixi, you have the capability to bear the consequences of your mistakes, and the Feng Family also has the resources to back you up for the cost of those trials, so you need not fear any errors!"

Old Master Feng’s words not only comforted Jiang Moxi but also gave Ye Chen a significant shock.

Because he could tell that Old Master Feng’s speech was not only to encourage Jiang Moxi but also to establish her authority.

Letting Fu Youhan, as well as others who yearned for Jiang Moxi, know that behind her stood the entire Feng Family!

If anyone dared to let down Jiang Moxi, they would be making an enemy of the entire Feng Family.

When Fu Youhan heard Old Master Feng’s words, he understood that even if he pulled out the marriage certificate now, it would be pointless.

Because Old Master Feng was not from the conservative camp and didn’t care about notions of ’togetherness forever,’ he only cared whether Jiang Moxi was happy and content.

Therefore, Fu Youhan could only temporarily give up his competitive spirit and concentrate on the chess game...

Several games later, Fu Youhan lost by only half a point each time.

Old Master Feng noticed the subtlety and suddenly brought up a casual conversation.

"The annual celebration dinner of the Wu Family is in two days. Who among you is going? Old Master Wu personally delivered the invitations yesterday."

Feng Yu said, "I have to go to the north for some business that day, and won’t have time to attend."

The Wu Family’s business has been doing well these days, but to be honest, Feng Yu didn’t regard it as anything of importance.

Old Master Feng then said, "I have to go to Qianling Mountain to fulfill a vow that day, so I won’t have time to go either."

Qianling Mountain is Emperor City’s most famous site for making prayers and wishes.

When Feng Ming went missing without any trace alive or dead, Old Master Feng made a pilgrimage to Qianling Mountain to pray for his safe return.

Now that Feng Ming has returned, Old Master Feng immediately chose an auspicious day to fulfill his vow.

Such a sacred ritual, naturally, Old Master Feng would not pause for anyone.

Thus, Feng Yu suggested, "Brother Ming has returned, hasn’t he? Let him go."

But Old Master Feng said, "He and Cen Xuan have to accompany me to Qianling Mountain."

Old Master Feng felt that bringing the concerned individuals to the mountain to fulfill the vow showed greater sincerity.

So after setting the date to fulfill the vow, Old Master Feng had discussed it with Feng Ming and Cen Xuan, and they had agreed to go with him to Qianling Mountain.

Hearing this, Jiang Moxi volunteered, "Then let me go."

Although the Wu Family can’t compare to the Feng Family, they are still part of the Emperor City circle.

If the Wu Family invited them in person, and the Feng Family didn’t send anyone, it would be too rude.

What Old Master Feng wanted was Jiang Moxi to represent the entire Feng Family at the event, so he quickly nodded in agreement.

After placing a chess piece, Fu Youhan suddenly said, "I’ll accompany you then."

Jiang Moxi glared at him, intending to refuse.

She had made up her mind, having decided to sever all ties with Fu Youhan, not wanting to drag things out.

Feng Yu obviously didn’t want Fu Youhan to get involved either, about to speak up.

But to both their surprises, Old Master Feng spoke up even quicker: "There are plenty who wish to be Xixi’s dance partner at the dinner."

The implication was clear: With so many people, how could you possible get a turn?

Feng Yu also calmly added, "I can arrange for someone to accompany Xixi to attend. If it really won’t work, I’ll put aside the business up north, and go with Xixi myself."

In fact, upon learning that Xixi was going to the Wu Family Business’ annual celebration, Feng Yu wanted to accompany her.

Compared to her safety, the business matters up north didn’t seem so important anymore.

The pressure was mounting from the two formidable forces, and even Ye Chen couldn’t help but break out in sweat for Fu Youhan.

However, the latter looked at Jiang Moxi with a raised eyebrow, his thin lips revealing a subtle smile: "Accompanying you doesn’t necessarily mean as a dance partner; it can be as a driver, or even as a bodyguard."

As soon as Fu Youhan spoke, Feng Yu’s stern gaze immediately fell upon him, full of barely concealed displeasure.

If it were not for the chess game being orchestrated by Old Master Feng, Feng Yu might have already flipped the table and resorted to violence.

Old Master Feng merely swept a glance at Fu Youhan, his eyes betraying neither mockery nor admiration.

"As for a driver or bodyguard, Lady Feng is not lacking in either," he stated.

Fu Youhan remained nonchalant: "But a bodyguard capable of defending against a professional assassin? I fear she has none. Today, when I took Xixi to the hospital for a check-up, we were even followed..."