My Ares Son-in-Law

Zhang Kai walked over gently, patted Cao Xuan on the shoulder, and comforted him in a gentle but firm tone:
"Forget it, Cao Xuan. There are many better people out there. Why should you love only one? Even Adjutant Liao has to respect Xiao Chen. We can't compare. Just think positively. You should be thankful that there is no deep hatred between us and him. Otherwise, we don't know what kind of blow we would suffer!"

Cao Xuan's face remained gloomy. He snorted coldly, with a hint of disdain and sourness in his tone:
"Although it is now the era of warriors, people often boast about the power of martial arts, but in real life, what matters is money and power. Even if Xiao Chen's martial arts level is not weak, compared with the strong men of our Cao family, he is just a firefly, competing with the bright moon, which is nothing at all!"

Zhang Kai sighed inwardly when he heard this. He knew that Cao Xuan was just being stubborn and using words to cover up his inner disappointment and unwillingness. He knew very well that in terms of status and power, Sophie was far beyond the reach of the Cao family.

Sophie is not only the current helmsman of the Su family and owns a huge business empire, but also has inextricable ties with forces such as the Dragon Guards and the God of War Alliance. Her influence is so great that it has exceeded the imagination of many people.

However, Zhang Kai would not say these words to attack Cao Xuan. After all, the two have been friends for many years, and he knows Cao Xuan's character and pride very well, and he does not want to see him become more depressed because of a temporary setback.

So, he changed the subject and said in an encouraging tone: "That's right, Cao Xuan, you have great potential, and your future achievements may not be worse than theirs. Just work hard, I still want to take advantage of you, so don't forget me as your old friend when the time comes."

There was some sincerity and expectation in Zhang Kai's words. He hoped that through his encouragement, Cao Xuan could cheer up again and regain his confidence and pride.

After hearing Zhang Kai's words, although Cao Xuan's face was still gloomy, an imperceptible determination flashed in his eyes, as if he was secretly vowing to prove his worth and not let anyone look down on him.

"No big deal. It's a pity that the Su family's companies are not included in the random inspection this time, otherwise Sophie would have to come to me for begging!" A smug look flashed in Cao Xuan's eyes, and a playful smile appeared at the corner of his mouth.

He knew very well that the powerful position he held was too tempting and could easily strangle companies by the neck, making them unable to live or die.

Every day, all kinds of business owners line up to see him, some invite him to dinner, some give him gifts, just hoping to get his favor and care.

Cao Xuan had long been accustomed to this, and even enjoyed it. He enjoyed the feeling of being sought after and fawned upon, as if he were the master of this world.

His office is filled with various gifts and red envelopes. Sometimes when he is busy, he even receives so much money that he can't even hold it. In order to pass his review, these business owners often do whatever it takes and are even willing to pay a large sum of money in exchange for his leniency.

As for Cao Xuan, he was also happy to accept these bribes. After all, for him, it was just a piece of cake.

If he wanted to punish a company, it would only take him a word. As long as he made a simple tick on the audit report and wrote "Audit failed, suspension of business for rectification", the company would be in an irreparable situation.

As for the period of suspension and rectification, that was of course decided by him. He could extend or shorten the period at will to threaten and intimidate those business owners who did not obey.

Suspension of business for rectification is a fatal blow to a company. Once a company is suspended for rectification, it means losing its market and customers, and losing the opportunity to survive and develop. Therefore, which company dares not to obey? Which company dares not to obey his orders? Cao Xuan knows this very well, so he exercises his power more unscrupulously, enjoying the pleasure of controlling everything.

During this period of time, Cao Xuan has tasted the endless sweetness brought by power. He seems to be standing at the pinnacle of the world. No matter where he goes, he brings with him an indomitable demeanor, and his walks are like the wind, attracting the attention of people around him.

His every movement and every look revealed an aura of superiority that made people dare not look directly at him.

However, when he saw Sophie protecting Xiao Chen tightly, envy, jealousy and hatred surged in his heart. He originally had great fantasies and expectations about Sophie, and even planned to marry her.

But at this moment, watching Sophie's care and love for Xiao Chen, the love in his heart has been completely replaced by disgust. He knows very well that even if he can really marry Sophie, every time he thinks of this disgusting scene today, he will feel as uncomfortable as if he had eaten a fly.

However, Cao Xuan did not completely give up his thoughts on Sophie. He thought to himself: Since I can't marry her, it doesn't mean I have no chance to get her.

With the power and status in his hands, he had every chance to make Sophie submit to him, and even have the chance to sleep with her. Once this idea came into his mind, it was like wildfire, unstoppable.

He stared at Xiao Chen viciously, his heart filled with resentment and hatred.

He swore secretly: Xiao Chen, you embarrassed me in front of everyone today, I will settle this account with you sooner or later. Someday, I will definitely give you a green hat to let you taste the feeling of being betrayed!
There was a cold light flashing in Cao Xuan's eyes, like a beast ready to pounce on its prey at any time.

Perhaps it was Adjutant Liao's respectful attitude towards Xiao Chen that deeply shocked everyone present, making them afraid to move easily; or perhaps it was the silence led by Cao Xuan that cast a subtle veil over the entire atmosphere.

Throughout the entire reunion, from eating to singing, although everyone might have their own thoughts in their hearts, they all maintained politeness and harmony on the surface. No one showed obvious targeting or hostility towards Xiao Chen, which made the party go smoothly without any embarrassing episodes.

When the party ended and everyone was saying goodbye at the hotel entrance, Xiao Chen naturally walked towards Sophie's luxury car parked in a conspicuous position, ready to leave with her.

This scene became a thorn in Cao Xuan's heart. He sneered, his voice was not loud but loud enough for people around him to hear: "Humph, you can't even afford a car, and you have to rely on women for support. You really enjoy eating soft rice!"

As soon as he said this, the expressions of the students around him became quite subtle.

After all, times have changed, and the view on living off one's wife has also changed. (End of this chapter)