Chapter 531: I Was So Moved, I Cried

“I… I’m willing to pay. A large sum of money for my freedom. Ten million.”

Han Chen stammered, desperately wanting to leave this place as soon as possible.

Xu Shaochen raised an eyebrow: “Sorry, I’m not too fond of money.”

“Thirty million.” Han Chen quickly responded.

“I already told you I don’t like money. You’re testing my patience!” Xu Shaochen’s face gradually turned dark.

Han Chen was about to cry, shouting, “Fifty million dollars—fifty million U.S. dollars for my freedom!”

“Actually, I’m usually very patient. I’m happy to befriend generous people like you.”

Xu Shaochen’s sullen expression vanished, replaced by a bright smile.

Fifty million dollars, three hundred fifty million in Longguo currency. Such a huge amount delivered right to my doorstep. It’s worth it.

Han Chen felt like crying without tears. But I don’t want to be friends with you at all!

“Who will bring over the money?” Xu Shaochen tapped the coffee table with his hand as he sat on the sofa.

Han Chen replied, “My sister-in-law. She’s in Hong Kong. I’ll have her bring it over.”

“Make the call.” Xu Shaochen gestured with a hand movement, then added, “Speak in Chinese. I want to know what you’re saying. You’d better not try any tricks.”

Han Chen pulled out his phone, dialing a number with trembling fingers. The moment the line connected, he began crying, “Sis! Help me, Sis…”

After a moment, Han Chen ended the call, letting out a long sigh of relief and wiping the cold sweat from his forehead.

“My sister-in-law will bring the money right away,” Han Chen said cautiously to Xu Shaochen.

Xu Shaochen nodded, then after thinking for a moment, said, “I can’t just take your money; it would make me feel like a robber. How about this? I’ll give you this cup, and you can consider it a purchase.”

Xu Shaochen casually tossed a teacup to Han Chen.

Han Chen hurriedly and awkwardly caught it, feeling like crying inside. This damn teacup cost fifty million dollars.

He swore that once he got home, he would put this teacup into storage, even though his heart was bleeding.

All this, just to chase a girl—and for such a high cost.

The worst part was that he hadn’t even won her over.

“You don’t have to be so touched. Just look at you. It’s just a cup, yet you’re so moved that you’re crying.”

Xu Shaochen said with a half-smile as he looked at Han Chen.

Han Chen cried even harder. If not for the fact that his life was at stake, he would’ve smashed the cup onto Xu Shaochen’s face.

I’m so moved, your whole family would be moved!

Xu Shaochen sighed in mock seriousness, “Sigh. It seems the conditions in Stick Nation are harsh. You’ve probably never seen those mass-produced porcelain cups before, and now you’re moved to tears. So polite of you. This cup will be the testimony of our friendship.”

Each word Xu Shaochen spoke felt like a sword piercing Han Chen’s already weak heart. His heart bled even faster.

Please, just stop talking. Stop talking. Stop talking, please!

“Why aren’t you saying anything?” Xu Shaochen asked, though he already knew the answer, his face darkening.

Han Chen sobbed, “I’m… I’m too moved. So moved that I can’t speak.”

“You’re too polite. I have a few more cups just like it. How about one million each?” Xu Shaochen proposed.

Han Chen: “……..”

“Hahaha, just kidding. No need to be so tense.”

Seeing Han Chen’s face turn pale in an instant, Xu Shaochen couldn’t help but laugh.

Han Chen also forced a laugh, though inside he was gritting his teeth. Damn it, you’d better never fall into my hands, or I swear I’ll make you wish for death.

He’d never imagined that such a shameless, vile person existed in the world.

“Boss, there’s a woman outside saying she’s here with the money.”

About ten minutes later, a bodyguard came in and reported.

Han Chen’s eyes lit up, his joy overwhelming him. It must be his sister-in-law here to ransom him! Finally, he could leave this damn place.

“Let her in.”

Watching Han Chen’s body tremble with excitement, Xu Shaochen felt like laughing.

“Yes, boss.”

The bodyguard obeyed and left.

“Click, click, click…”

A minute later, the sound of high heels striking the ground grew nearer, and a woman carrying a fragrant scent entered.

As soon as Xu Shaochen saw the woman, his eyes widened. He nearly spit out the tea in his mouth.

He never expected Han Chen’s sister-in-law would be her. What a coincidence!

The woman was equally shocked when she saw Young Master Xu, her red lips forming an ‘O’ as her face filled with astonishment.

This woman was none other than An Miaozhu, with whom Xu Shaochen had an intimate encounter on the gambling cruise last night.

Neither of them had expected to meet again under these circumstances.

“Sis! Sis! You’re finally here. Quick, give him the money and take me away!”

Han Chen’s anxious voice broke the eerie silence in the living room.

An Miaozhu quickly composed herself and pretended not to know Xu Shaochen, saying in a calm tone:

“Sir, I’ve brought the money, but I hope you’ll keep your word and not make things difficult for him.”

“Of course, no problem. I’m a businessman, and nothing is more important to a businessman than his word.”

Xu Shaochen also pretended not to know An Miaozhu and nodded.

“You go ahead. I still need to talk with him about today’s matter.”

An Miaozhu handed Xu Shaochen a bank card with the password written on it, then turned to Han Chen.

“Thanks, Sis. I’ll wait for you outside.”

All Han Chen wanted was to get out of there as quickly as possible. He nodded and hurried out.

“Long Yi, let the others go too. Have them wait outside the villa area.”

Xu Shaochen instructed Long Yi, then waved his hand to dismiss the other bodyguards.

Once everyone had left the living room, An Miaozhu’s expression instantly changed. She threw herself into Xu Shaochen’s arms, hooking her arms around his neck and whispering seductively, “You’ve taken five million dollars from my family. Shouldn’t you pay a price?”

“I’ll give you a billion.”

Xu Shaochen smiled. What that billion meant, she’d have to figure it out herself.

“Make it quick, or Han Chen will get suspicious.” An Miaozhu said as she eagerly began to remove her dress.

What happened next came naturally—they were old acquaintances, after all, so there was no awkwardness.

Half an hour later, a satisfied An Miaozhu left the living room, forcing a business card into Xu Shaochen’s hand before departing.

Watching her seductive figure and slightly trembling legs, Xu Shaochen smiled and casually ripped the card before tossing it into the trash.

It’s okay to take advantage when the opportunity presents itself, but it’s better not to pursue anything long-term with her.

Someone who can casually throw around fifty million must have a husband who isn’t a simple man.

If he finds out that I’ve put a green hat on him, wouldn’t that be trouble?