After rejecting my celebrity husband

Chapter 545: Chapter 549: Clues and Traces [4]

The second aunt took it with a delighted face and, upon opening it, her eyes instantly shone brightly, ”You call yourself a layman, but this is top-notch jade, worth quite a bit of money, isn’t it?”

”It’s not that much, just tens of thousands of yuan. I’m glad you like it,” Xu Pei said in a casual tone.

”This girl, you really are rolling in it now, so I won’t be holding back then!”

”We’re all family, there’s no need for such formalities.” Xu Pei smiled, but the warmth didn’t reach her eyes.

Back when the Leng Family had spoken out, this influential second aunt never gave her the time of day. However, it was only after she had made a name for herself in recent years that they had re-established some contact.

”Speaking of which, does uncle also pay attention to entertainment companies like Emperor View?” She smoothly steered the conversation towards Emperor View.

”I didn’t pay much attention before, but recently there was a case that came up,” Xu Shichang mentioned casually.

Xu Pei pretended to be surprised, ”You mean, it couldn’t be the case related to our singer Luo Xiaoqian, could it?”

”You know about Luo Xiaoqian?”

”I am the producer of her new album, of course I know.” Xu Pei feigned composure, ”About that case, are there any leads yet?”

Hearing her familiarity with Luo Xiaoqian and Emperor View, Xu Shichang didn’t think much of it, ”We’ve continually lacked evidence and haven’t made much progress. I’ve delegated the specifics to my subordinates. But since it involves the Leng Family, if we can’t clear this up, it’s going to be difficult for me. Xiao Pei, you’re close with Zimo and the others, so help me put in a good word later on.”

Upon hearing this, Xu Pei’s anxiety eased significantly, and her smile brightened, ”Of course, no problem. Why all this formality among family!”

After finding out what she wanted to know, Xu Pei exchanged a few more pleasantries with them before finding an excuse to leave the Xu Family.

Xu Shichang and his wife escorted her to the elevator, and once back in the living room, Mrs. Xu immediately took out the jade bracelet to examine it closely.

”This girl is really loaded now. You know, fortunes can change so much; I never thought she’d come this far,” she said.

”You!” Xu Shichang looked at his wife exasperatedly, ”Considering how you treated her back then, you still have the nerve to accept her gifts now.”

”She offered it herself, why wouldn’t I accept it?” she retorted with a roll of her eyes, ”Let me tell you, this girl is no simpleton. In these past few years, every time she comes back to the country and sees you, her attentions are suspect. It’s either scheming or stealing. Just wait and see, she brings so many gifts because she definitely has an ulterior motive. I bet it won’t be long before she comes asking you for a favor.”

At her words, Xu Shichang’s brow furrowed slightly as well.

Although his wife’s words were harsh, they weren’t without reason. This girl’s sudden visit, could she indeed have another purpose?

But now, Xu Pei had both wealth and status, and she was well-connected with people like Leng Zimo. She shouldn’t have any reason to ask him for favors, right?

If not for a favor, then what could it be?!

Before Xu Shichang could figure it out, his wife was already calling him to eat in the dining room. He walked into the dining room to continue his meal, temporarily putting the matter aside.

Downstairs.

Xu Pei drove out of the residential area in her newly purchased Cayenne, her mood already noticeably brighter than when she had arrived.

That’s the nature of bureau chiefs; their subordinates can’t be much better. They probably won’t be able to crack the case!

With that thought, the corners of her lips curled up once again.