The Villain Slaps The Protagonist’s Halo - Chapter 104

Chapter 104: Love is a Green Light

Yiyuan and Langya Ichiro talked for a long time, and whether intentionally or unintentionally, the conversation revolved around Shi Chen. Langya Ichiro was candid, speaking endlessly about Ye Ying's matters, but when it came to Shi Chen, he shook his head regretfully, claiming not to know such a person.

Yiyuan immediately felt relieved. She never expected that Langya Ichiro, a renowned international arms dealer, would deceive her.

As she returned to her father's side through the venue, she found Shi Lao engaged in conversation with Old Master Qin Yunhu. The two, with decades of friendship, showed no restraint, laughing heartily without a hint of formality. Beside Qin Yunhu sat his son, Qin Huai, the current head of the Qin family. On Shi Lao's side stood Lin Xian, who bent slightly to pour tea for Shi Lao, engaging in conversation with the two old masters. Occasionally, Qin Huai would exchange a few words with him, his expression showing appreciation.

In such situations, the heir always accompanied the head of the family. What an odd occurrence!

This situation displeased Yiyuan. After scanning the area and not finding him, she asked the steward, "Where's Haoran?"

"Young Master Sun left a while ago," replied the steward.

"Go and bring Young Master Sun back." Yiyuan immediately felt anger rising within her. Annoyed, she waved her hand impatiently, walked over to her father, and sat down. She had Lin Xian pour her a cup of tea and lowered her voice, saying, "Dad, it's not appropriate to do this in front of so many guests, is it?"

"Grandpa, I'll go check on Lulu. Excuse me." Lin Xian was always tactful.

However, Shi Lao said, "Lulu was taken to play by Shi Chen just now, and someone is looking after her. You don't need to worry. Just stay here and chat with us two old men."

"Yes." Lin Xian smiled humbly, returned to his position, and stood there.

In front of Qin Yunhu and Qin Hui, Yiyuan could only suppress her anger. She sipped her tea, tilted her head back, and swallowed, almost choking but managing to hold it in.

The guests at the party witnessed this scene and couldn't help feeling uneasy.

In Qin City, everyone knew that Nie Jia was associated with Lin Haoran. However, the news of Nie Jia being with Shi Chen had been circulating online for a month, and there was no sign of Lin Haoran making any statements. Tonight, he did not show up at this important occasion, and instead, it was Lin Xian who stayed close to Shi Lao.

The situation in the Shi family became more and more puzzling.

Qin Yunhu, the old head of the Qin family, seemed to appreciate Lin Xian. Throughout the night, he hardly spoke to anyone with the Shi surname, as if afraid others wouldn't know of his fondness for this junior.

Yiyuan felt helpless, but Lin Xian's ability to obtain Qin Yunhu's signature was the reason.

Midway through the banquet, Lulu fell asleep on Shi Chen's shoulder. Shi Chen asked Ye Ying to take her back to the room, but Ye Ying found it difficult to touch Lulu as she whimpered in her half-awake state.

Helplessly, Shi Chen had to put down his wine glass and take her back himself.

Nie Jia intended to leave with Shi Chen, but was suddenly stopped by a politely restrained voice.

"Mr. Nie, can I talk to you for a moment?" Wen Yuanfeng, dressed in a mature dark suit, neatly combed hair, and a pair of slightly curved smiling eyes behind golden-rimmed glasses, looked at Nie Jia calmly.

"I'll send Lulu back to the room first," Shi Chen said to Nie Jia, aware of his reservations regarding the Wen family, and then left with Lulu.

Leaving the venue, when Shi Chen ascended the steps, he suddenly stumbled, almost stepping on air. He gritted his teeth and took a cold breath, feeling a throbbing pain slowly climbing up his temples, as if something hot was surging in his blood vessels.

Halfway through, Shi Chen realized that someone had tampered with his drink.

He had always ordered people to watch over Lin Haoran and protect Nie Jia, but he never expected someone to target him. Thoughts shared and read online.

Shi Chen frowned, and his breath gradually became scorching. He discreetly sent Lulu back to the room and, when he stood up again, a restless heat surged straight to his forehead, blurring his vision!

In the quiet corridor, a young man in a well-tailored suit, with light golden eyes, looked ahead in confusion. The corridor was dimly lit, with only one room at the end still illuminated. He hurried over, but as soon as he arrived, the light went out. Then, a knuckle-cracking sound rang out, startling him.

Leaning against the door frame, Shi Chen breathed heavily, not recognizing the person in front of him, or perhaps pondering how to devour him.

"Shi Chen?" Shen Siyu gathered his courage, approached, and tried to reach for Shi Chen's arm, but was pushed away.

Shi Chen remained silent, his entire body tense, and his skin burning to a frightening extent. With one hand against the wall, he walked out, closing Lulu's room door behind him.

"Mr. Shi!" Shen Siyu was pushed aside, and he quickly followed, gently blowing air near Shi Chen's ear. "Don't you recognize me... I'm Nie Jia..."

Shi Chen pressed against the wall, using considerable force, his fingertips turning pale. Without expression, he turned his head to look at Shen Siyu, whose anxious expression was met with Shi Chen's terrifying crimson eyes.

In a brief and tense moment of eye contact, Shi Chen pulled Shen Siyu close with one hand around his waist, took a couple of steps, and then opened a room door with a bang.

In the venue, Nie Jia watched as Shi Chen left before putting on a not-so-sincere smile and turning to Wen Yuanfeng. "Mayor Wen, what does Mayor Wen want to talk to me about?"

The two walked to a secluded corner, and Wen Yuanfeng placed his wine glass down, speaking softly, "What do you really want?"

"Oh?" Nie Jia raised an eyebrow like a taut bowstring, exuding a rebellious air. "Helping you deal with the Shi family is not an easy task," Wen Yuanfeng chuckled.

Nie Jia smiled indifferently, "I'm not helping you; I'm using you."

Wen Yuanfeng was slightly stunned, not expecting such directness. "Is it for revenge against Lin Haoran?"

"Why I do things is none of your concern. It's my own business," Nie Jia felt repulsed that he brought up Lin Haoran's name so casually.

"We don't understand your motives. Each member of the Wen family has sensitive positions. Mr. Nie, you lack sincerity in handling this matter," Wen Yuanfeng calmly stated. Unlike Nie Jia's sharpness, he, being a political figure, was smooth in every move.

However, no matter how smooth, one cannot escape absolute dominance.

Nie Jia suddenly smiled, a smile that carried a chilling indifference. "The person has been dead for twenty-six years, well beyond the statute of limitations. Pursuing this is futile. Even with the Wen family's influence in the political arena, attempting to bring down the Shi family over this trivial matter? Are you sure you became the mayor through rock-paper-scissors?"

Wen Yuanfeng's amiable facade cracked a bit, and his smile vanished.

If this young man didn't have Shi Chen backing him up, he might be an unpredictable threat. Every glance and expression exuded a hint of arrogance, making him someone not to befriend nor offend.

"Don't worry, I have a grudge against the Shi family, not against your Wen family," Nie Jia reassured Wen Yuanfeng, sensing his hesitation, providing a reassurance pill.

Wen Yuanfeng was adopted, not Mrs. Wen's biological son, so he might not be as emotionally invested in this matter. His concern was whether it would implicate him.

"Mr. Nie!" Ye Ying suddenly approached from the shadows, standing beside Nie Jia, whispering, "The boss, he..."

While Wen Yuanfeng was still in doubt, Nie Jia, after Ye Ying's words, instantly crushed the wine glass in his hand. The alcohol splashed all over Nie Jia, but fortunately, their location was secluded, and not many noticed.

Throwing away the shattered glass, Nie Jia cast a menacing glance at Wen Yuanfeng. "Catch him."

After saying that, he walked through the crowd towards the backyard, his eyes carrying visible anger, but his demeanor remained ice-cold. With swift and purposeful steps, he discarded his wine-stained suit jacket along the way. An imposing aura of killing intent dispersed, and no one dared to block his path.

Passing by Shi Yiyuan, Nie Jia didn't pause, just coldly glanced at her and continued towards the backyard.

Yi Yuan felt a sudden shock from the almost murderous gaze, unsure of what was happening. However, judging by Nie Jia's reaction, she knew something must be wrong. She immediately beckoned the butler, "Has Young Master Sun been found?"

"We can't reach him," the butler replied hesitantly.

Meanwhile, Ye Ying also adopted an unyielding tone, saying to Mayor Wen, "Mayor Wen, please accompany me for a moment." Wen Yuanfeng, perplexed, could only follow Ye Ying to the backyard.

As they left the banquet hall, the surroundings immediately quieted down, with only the heavy footsteps of Nie Jia ascending the stairs.

Upon reaching the top, Nie Jia saw two bodyguards guarding a room. Anxious, he hurried forward. Upon entering the room, he found Shi Chen sitting quietly on the sofa, looking calm as if nothing had happened, like a silent silhouette.

"Mr. Nie, it seems the boss doesn't recognize people now. It's better if you stay away from him." Ten Li stood not far from the sofa, warning Nie Jia as he approached.

Nie Jia noticed someone curled up on the floor, and to his surprise, it was Shen Siyu! Wasn't he on the set?

"What's going on?" Nie Jia's tone became ominously dark.

"He was knocked out by the boss..." Ten Li hastily explained, "It seems someone tampered with the boss's drink. I've already arranged for a car to come."

Ye Ying, accompanied by Wen Yuanfeng, entered the room. Upon seeing Shi Chen's condition, Wen Yuanfeng immediately understood why Nie Jia had asked Ye Ying to control him. Just as he had called Nie Jia in the front, something happened to Shi Chen in the back. It was too coincidental!

"I have no knowledge of this!" Wen Yuanfeng quickly stated.

Nie Jia paid no attention to the others, pushed aside Ten Li, and knelt in front of Shi Chen. His eyebrows knitted in pain as he gently touched Shi Chen's hot skin. The desire to kill surged within him.

"Shi Chen, how are you?" Nie Jia looked up at him, and when he touched Shi Chen's scorching skin, a murderous intent emerged.

Shi Chen's breathing was heavy, and his gaze was unfocused. However, when he looked at Nie Jia, he recognized him clearly. "Jia Jia...?"

"As long as you're okay." Nie Jia checked briefly, relieved that Shi Chen was not injured apart from the intense effects of the drug. He let out a breath, putting aside the tension and almost shedding tears.

Shi Chen held onto Nie Jia's nape, softly calling his name. Bending down, Shi Chen used a bit of force to pull Nie Jia into his arms, simultaneously kissing him passionately. Nie Jia didn't resist, instead embracing Shi Chen's waist, cooperating with him as they passionately entwined. The room was filled with the sound of Shi Chen's possessive and heavy breathing.

It was evident that Shi Chen had been drugged, and the effects were intense. Once it started, it wouldn't stop.

Ye Ying quickly gestured for Ten Li to bring Shen Siyu over and then closed the door, standing guard in the corridor.

Inside, as Shi Chen's somewhat rough actions left Nie Jia almost breathless, Shi Chen suddenly stopped, burying his face in Nie Jia's neck. He panted heavily and said, "Take me to the hospital."

Nie Jia, in the midst of undoing his own buttons, paused, looking at the reddened corners of Shi Chen's eyes. "I'm right here. Do you need to go to the hospital too?"

"I might hurt you. Just obey me." Only heaven knew how Shi Chen managed to suppress this impulse. Unfortunately, Nie Jia remained ignorant and insensible, insisting on rubbing against him. Unable to endure, Shi Chen kissed him deeply once again.

Nie Jia, with a faint sweetness in his heart, placed his hand on Shi Chen's lower back, swiftly dispelling the effects of the drug.

"Your special medicine can do more than just prevent your allergy to dog hair," Nie Jia spoke gently.

In the gap between their words, Shi Chen's body temperature returned to normal. The overwhelming impulse faded away, and with both hands supporting Nie Jia's ears, Shi Chen slightly straightened up, gazing at Nie Jia's eyes filled with tenderness and a smile full of affection.

"What else can it prevent?" Shi Chen laughed, and at this moment, the urgent and burning sensation in his breath had disappeared.

Nie Jia blushed at what he said, whispering, "It can also prevent your beastly nature from surfacing."

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