<h4>Chapter 1436: Chapter 1744: Ling Family Grand Gathering (1)</h4>


    Putting down the phone, Ling Chen recalled Tang Yuan’s words, hesitated for a moment, and ultimately abandoned the idea. Given the power he currently possesses, kidnapping Zhu Hong in Beijing would be a breeze. However, considering various factors, someone would surely suspect him. Opposing the military is something he doesn’t even dare to think about. Even with his military background, he wouldn’t dare act recklessly, as this is no joking matter.


    In the blink of an eye, it’s been three days since arriving in Beijing. Originally, Ling Chen wanted to resolve the Zhu Hong issue and then return to East Sea City to focus all his energy on thepetition between Dragon Tiger Hall and Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion. But because of the Ling Family gathering, Ling Chen had to stay a few more days.


    "Chairman, your suit is ironed." Dong Ying stood at the door of Ling Chen’s dormitory holding a set of exquisite suits.


    Last night, after receiving a call from Ling Kun, he learned the Ling Family gathering would be held today. As the son of the Ling Family Patriarch, Ling Chen naturally had to dress well; he couldn’t afford to lose face. After receiving the suit from Dong Ying, Ling Chen thanked him with a smile and then let Dong Ying go about her business.


    After dressing, Ling Chen sprayed a bit of cologne on himself with ir. Once everything was ready, he headed downstairs alone.


    As he got into the car, just when Ling Chen was about to head to the Ling Family, the phone in his pocket suddenly rang. Seeing the caller ID on the screen, Ling Chen hurriedly answered and said, "Wanqing, calling me so early, what’s up?"


    "Nothing, I heard you’re in Beijing, so I called to see when you’re free to grab a meal together."


    "You’re in Beijing?"


    "Yeah, arrivedst night. Hongyu United Investment Company has an important meeting to host. As the chairman, I must lead it."


    "Today’s meeting?"


    "Tomorrow morning, today some materials need preparation. Why? Are you busy?"


    "It’s not that." Ling Chen felt a stir in his heart, saying, "I’m heading home for a family gathering now. Would you like toe with me? After lunch, I can take you back. How does that sound?"


    "A family gathering..." Nanrong Wanqing murmured on the other end of the phone, her tone carrying a hint of hesitation.


    "If you’re busy, I won’t force you." Seeing Nanrong Wanqing not responding, Ling Chen immediately said.


    "No, not at all! How about this? Youe to mypany, I’ll arrange things and then go with you."


    "Alright, I estimate it’ll take about thirty minutes to get to you." After saying that, Ling Chen hung up the phone, then turned the car towards Hongyu United Investment Company.


    At this time, Nanrong Wanqing, having hung up the phone, suddenly stood up, startling the secretary beside her, who quickly asked, "Chairman, what’s wrong?"


    "I need to go out for a bit, get me a few outfits ready." Nanrong Wanqing instructed, "Nothing too formal, nor too shy, just in and simple is fine." After speaking, she nced at the time and said, "I’ll give you fifteen minutes to prepare; if you can’t manage it, hand in your resignation letter."


    Upon hearing this, the secretary didn’t dare dy and dashed out of the office like a rocket.


    Nanrong Wanqing took a deep breath, turned, and walked into the office’s private lounge, where she took out a makeup box she hadn’t used in a long time from the drawer and meticulously began to dress up in front of the mirror. She wasn’t unfamiliar with meeting Ling Chen’s parents, but as Ling Chen just said over the phone, this was a family gathering. She knew very well what kind of asion a family gathering was and understood clearly what it meant for Ling Chen to invite her.


    Even someone known for her calm demeanor couldn’t help but feel nervous at this moment.


    It must be said that the secretary was extremely efficient. Less than fifteen minutester, she returned with over a dozen outfits.


    Seeing Nanrong Wanqing’s satisfied smile, the secretary couldn’t help but breathe a sigh of relief. Luckily, there was arge mall right next to thepany; otherwise, she wouldn’t have been able toe up with so many clothes in fifteen minutes.


    With the secretary’s help, Nanrong Wanqing finally got dressed. At the same time, Ling Chen’s call came in.


    After waiting in the car for about three minutes, Nanrong Wanqing stepped gracefully out of the building, carrying a delicate handbag.


    At the very moment Nanrong Wanqing appeared in view, Ling Chen immediately felt awestruck, as if everything around him disappeared, leaving only Nanrong Wanqing in his sight.


    Dark jeans paired with a ck-and-white checkered coat, her smooth hair danced with her steps in the wind,plementing her breathtaking beauty. Her presence radiated a unique allure, drawing admiring nces from passersby.


    As she approached, Ling Chen quickly opened the car door to greet her, taking the handbag from her hand.


    "Sorry to keep you waiting." Nanrong Wanqing said apologetically.


    "No worries, being able to invite you to the gathering makes even waiting two more hours worth it." Ling Chen couldn’t help but praise, "You look stunning today."


    Nanrong Wanqing smiled charmingly, as though every flower bloomed at that moment, her beauty beyondparison.


    "So, apart from today, am I not beautiful at other times?"


    "Of course not." Ling Chen immediately corrected himself, "You are always the most beautiful, just today particrly so."


    "Really?" Nanrong Wanqing slightly raised her mouth, with a sweet smile. Sometimes, a woman’s happiness is simple, like a man’spliment. Of course, it’s better if the man is someone she cares about.


    "Let’s get in the car." Ling Chen opened the car door, weing Nanrong Wanqing inside, then drove away amidst the envious gazes of onlookers.


    Their luck today was good, having avoided peak traffic hours; there were not many cars on the road. After driving for over twenty minutes, Ling Chen and Nanrong Wanqing finally arrived at the Ling Family residence. Seeing dozens of luxury cars parked at the entrance, Ling Chen couldn’t help but sigh; the Ling Family members really were wealthy, any car here casually valued in the millions. Comparatively, his Mercedes was the cheapest at just over six hundred thousand.


    After parking, as Ling Chen and Nanrong Wanqing got out of the car, they saw a fiery red Ferrari speeding towards them. Not slowing down, it headed straight for Ling Chen’s direction. Seeing the Ferrari charging forward, Nanrong Wanqing was shocked and stood there motionless, forgetting even to move. Seeing this situation, Ling Chen’s expression changed slightly, worried that something might happen to Nanrong Wanqing, he hurriedly rushed over, grabbed her arm, and pulled her aside, shielding her behind him.


    What a close call! Ling Chen breathed a sigh of relief, grateful for his quick reaction in pulling Nanrong Wanqing away just in time; otherwise, it nearly ended in disaster.


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