<h4>Chapter 1232: Chapter 1244</h4>


    Old Master Huangpu looked curiously at Nangong Man Sha.


    He cleared his throat and asked, "Man Sha, is there something you’re deliberately keeping from me and your grandfather?"


    Nangong Man Sha became puzzled, "Grandpa, Grandpa, what could I possibly be hiding from you?"


    Old Master Nangong hummed gloomily, "I heard from Kang Li that you’re in a rtionship?"


    Nangong Man Sha was taken aback. She nced at Yuwen Kangli, and then something came to mind. She lightly coughed and stood there without speaking.


    Seeing Nangong Man Sha like this, Old Master Nangong felt even more agitated. But since there were many people present, he didn’t want to cause a scene.


    It was Old Master Huangpu who chuckled and said, "Man Sha, wow, you actually got together with Mr. Chu. Tell us all how you came to be together."


    Nangong Man Sha shyly nced at Old Master Huangpu. She pouted and said, "Grandpa, you’re saying it like it’s shocking just to be dating someone."


    "Heh, is it still surprising? Who are you? You’re the top socialite in the Capital City, the pride of the Nangong Family and the Huangpu Family. A man who catches your eye is extraordinary; a man who touches your heart, I think, hasn’t appeared yet."


    Old Master Huangpu smiled.


    Nangong Man Sha pouted, smiling, "Oh, it’s just dating, not marriage, no need to make a fuss."


    Nangong Man Sha felt a burning gaze on her. Curious, she followed it and saw Gongsun Lihan ring at her.


    She had heard about Gongsun Lihan’smotion in the banquet hall earlier. She understood Gongsun Lihan’s feelings towards Chu Ge and knew she was resentful now, somewhat understandable.


    Nangong Man Sha smiled at Gongsun Lihan, making her expression even worse.


    "Hey, Old Master Nangong, why do you look so upset?"


    Old Master Huangpu teased.


    Old Master Nangong hummed lightly, sitting there silently.


    Nangong Man Sha noticed and quickly approached, yfully wrapping her arms around Old Master Nangong’s neck, "Grandpa, what’s wrong? Who’s upset you?"


    Old Master Nangong nced at Nangong Man Sha, "When did you start seeing Chu Ge?"


    He didn’t hear a whisper of it.


    Nangong Man Sha was startled, then she smiled softly, lowering her voice to say in Old Master Nangong’s ear, "Actually, we’re not real boyfriend and girlfriend."


    The voice was so soft only they could hear.


    Old Master Nangong looked at her suspiciously, utterly confused.


    Nangong Man Sha exined, "Mr. Chu is just to ward off unwanted admirers today."


    Suddenly, Old Master Nangong understood, his mood brightening, though not asking more because there were still others present.


    "What are you two whispering about? Are there secrets we shouldn’t know?"


    Old Master Huangpu looked at Nangong Man Sha unhappily, "Man Sha, what secret talk are you having with your grandfather?"


    Nangong Man Sha tilted her head, smiling, "Since it’s secret, naturally, I can’t tell you, Grandpa."


    "Haha, it seems Miss Man Sha’s future is settled, and soon we old folks will have a wedding to attend."


    Old Master Yuwen teased.


    While speaking, the housekeeper came in, leaning in to whisper to Nangong Man Sha, "Miss Man Sha, I didn’t find Mr. Chu in the banquet hall."


    Nangong Man Sha was momentarily stunned, then nodded, "Got it."


    At that moment, Chu Ge was on the balcony, gazing at the night view, unaware there was such a serene ce outside the banquet hall. Leisurely, he reclined on the chair, watching the sky.


    The Capital City’s sky wasn’t very clear, but a few stars could faintly be seen.


    Suddenly, a figure approached, and Chu Ge turned to see Manager Wang from the Gambling Stone Field.


    Chu Ge sat up, looking at Manager Wang suspiciously, "Manager Wang, is there a reason you’re here?"


    He doubted Manager Wang was merely here to enjoy the scenery.


    Manager Wang chuckled softly, "There are indeed things to discuss with you."


    Chu Ge nodded, "Go ahead."


    "But it’s not me who wants to speak with you, but our secret boss."


    Manager Wang said.


    Chu Ge was taken aback, confused, "Isn’t this gambling stone field yours?"


    Manager Wang shook his head lightly, "It’s not mine, I merely manage it. The true boss is waiting in a private room."


    Chu Ge could tell from Manager Wang’s demeanor, he wasn’t very respectful, even with a cool air in his gaze.


    This doesn’t seem friendly!


    This was Chu Ge’s instinctive feeling.


    But he had never feared anything, not resisting the invitation, "Very well, please lead the way."


    Manager Wang gestured for him to follow, leading ahead while speaking to Chu Ge, "Mr. Chu, from your wager with Mr. Wei, it seems you’re very good at gambling stone."


    Chu Ge smiled, "There’s not much skill, just luck."


    "Luck?" Manager Wang evidently wasn’t satisfied with that exnation, "Haha, Mr. Chu’s luck is truly remarkable."


    Chu Ge didn’t understand what he meant, not pursuing the conversation further.


    Manager Wang led Chu Ge to a private room, its entrance guarded by two rows of men in ck suits, all wearing sunsses and looking fierce.


    Chu Ge gave them a suspicious nce, then heard Manager Wang say, "Mr. Chu, please."


    Pushing the door open, Chu Ge saw on the sofa directly facing the entrance sat a man who looked about forty, though he was small and frail.


    Chu Ge raised his gaze, "Are you the real owner of the gambling stone field?"


    The man on the sofa assessed Chu Ge, his eyes scanning him, "Are you the famous Chu Ge of the Capital City?"


    Chu Ge smirked, "Those are mere des that are undeserving."


    The man scoffed disdainfully, "Indeed, it’s just their folly. You don’t seem to possess any exceptional ability."


    Chu Ge paused, pressing his lips together, "What might your purpose be for summoning me?"