Rebirth 93: Break off the engagement at the beginning and marry Bai Fumei

"Mr. Ishigani, you're too kind!" Ye Hui said with a smile, gently stroking the string of Buddhist beads with his fingers, his tone slightly teasing. "If others heard you say that, they'd think I, Ye, am obsessed with the glory of my ancestors and have no ambition! Hahaha..."

He rubbed the walnuts in his hands, picked up his teacup, gently blew on the floating tea leaves, and said slowly, "These days, who cares about royal blood? I'm just a leisurely person now, growing flowers and walking birds when I have nothing to do. Status and position are long gone!"

Ye Hui deliberately feigned nonchalance, as if he didn't care about his identity at all. He observed Ishiya Masano's reaction out of the corner of his eye, trying to see what this shrewd Japanese man was really up to.

"No, no!" Ishiya Masano seemed completely oblivious to Ye Hui's insincerity. He stared at Ye Hui earnestly and said, "Young Master Ye, you can't say that! It's like those families in our country that have been passed down for hundreds of years. No matter how times change, they have always been the backbone of society and are highly respected."

"Think about it, those samurai families that have passed down their skills for generations, aren't their spirit and their skills national treasures?"

At this point, Ishitani Masano paused deliberately, took a sip of tea, and then looked intently at Ye Hui, saying meaningfully, "Young Master Ye, you have noble blood flowing through your veins. You deserve better treatment and more important responsibilities!"

Ye Hui suppressed a laugh, inwardly scoffing: These little devils are really good at talking nonsense. Me, take responsibility? What responsibility? Do you expect me to carry a big sword and fight you to the death?

Thinking of this, Ye Hui maintained a polite smile. He gently shook his head and said humbly, "Mr. Ishigu, you flatter me. I'm used to being free and easy, and I really can't shoulder any heavy responsibilities! Besides, you've given me such a valuable gift on our first meeting today. I really don't deserve it!"

"Young Master Ye, you're too kind!" Shi Guzheng waved his hand, indicating that he shouldn't refuse. He sat up straight and said solemnly, "I can tell you're a master when it comes to antiques; you're used to handling treasures. These treasures are only worthy of collectors like you. If they were in our hands, it would be a waste of their value and a disgrace to such fine things! Don't you agree?"

As Shi Gu spoke, he gestured with his hands, his expression as if Ye Hui would commit some heinous crime if he didn't accept the porcelain bottle.

"In the future, I might need to trouble you quite often!" Shi Gu said, deliberately lowering his voice and speaking mysteriously, "You may not know, but we business people inevitably encounter times when we need the help of important people like you. At that time, you'll have to take good care of us!"

"Oh?" Ye Hui raised an eyebrow upon hearing Ishitani's words, and asked with interest, "From what Ishitani is saying, we can meet often and exchange ideas together in the future?"

"Of course! Of course!" Upon hearing this, Ishigani Masano beamed with joy and nodded repeatedly. "You may not know this yet, but our Komei Group will be investing in Jiangcheng next month. Then we can visit each other more often. We look forward to your guidance, Young Master Ye!"

Investing in Jiangcheng again? Upon hearing these words, Ye Hui felt a sudden tightness in his chest, a vague and inexplicable doubt welling up within him. What magic did Jiangcheng possess that made these Japanese invest so relentlessly?

Previously, Inoue's reputation was ruined in Jiangcheng, and he ended up with his family destroyed and his life cut short. Inoue Hikoichi also suffered a great loss in Jiangcheng and was humiliated and sent back to his hometown by Chen Yang. Now, how come another one, Ishiya Masano of the Komei Group, has appeared? Don't these Japanese devils know how to learn from their mistakes? What exactly do they want to gain in Jiangcheng?

Ye Hui couldn't help but wonder if Jiangcheng held some unknown secret, or perhaps something was attracting them. The more Ye Hui thought about it, the more suspicious it seemed. He decided to investigate secretly to see what these Japanese devils were really up to.

Although he thought this in his heart, Ye Hui still pretended to be overjoyed. He clapped his hands vigorously and said excitedly, "Oh my, that's wonderful! Mr. Ishigu, you must let me know when the time comes. I have to celebrate with you properly! I'll treat you and invite all the old guys in Jiangcheng who collect antiques. Let's get together and catch up!"

"By the way, Mr. Shi Gu, you've been in Jiangcheng for a while now, haven't you? I wonder if you know Mr. Chen Yang, a famous figure in Jiangcheng's antique circle?" Ye Hui said, while secretly observing Shi Gu's expression.

"Boss Chen? Hmph, forget about Boss Chen!" Upon hearing Chen Yang's name, Ishigani Masano's expression immediately changed. His previously smiling face instantly became gloomy, and the corners of his mouth turned down slightly, as if he had swallowed a fly. "I've heard of this person. He doesn't seem very friendly to us!"

When Ye Hui saw Shi Gu's expression, he was overjoyed. Without a doubt, part of the reason was that Shi Gu was after him, Chen Yang. Wasn't that perfect?

But on the surface, he still pretended to be a peacemaker, and said with a smile, "Haha, Mr. Ishigu, don't take it to heart. Mr. Chen is just young and impetuous. Sometimes he doesn't consider other people's feelings when he speaks and acts. Please don't take it to heart!"

Then, Ye Hui lowered his voice and said mysteriously, "However, Mr. Shi Gu, let me tell you something from the bottom of my heart: this Boss Chen's power in Jiangcheng is not to be underestimated!"

Ishitani Masano and Nakahashi, like two foxes who had stolen honey, slipped out of the shop one after the other with smug smiles on their faces.

Ye Hui sat alone at the table, holding the porcelain vase in his hands, his brows furrowed like walnuts, silently thinking: What are these two old bastards up to? Investing, giving gifts, and they expect me to help them deal with Chen Yang? Don't they know their own limitations? Do they think Chen Yang is so easy to deal with?

Besides, even if you're going to help, you have to let me know how to help first. You can't expect me to go into battle empty-handed, can you? Isn't this just sending me to my death?

He put down the porcelain bottle, rubbed his aching temples, and felt increasingly uneasy. Just then, Uncle Yan walked over with steady steps. Seeing Ye Hui's worried expression, he asked with concern, "Young Master, what are these two Japanese devils up to by giving you such an expensive gift out of the blue?"

Ye Hui looked up at Uncle Yan and sighed helplessly, saying, "I still don't understand what Shi Guzhengye's Komei Group is trying to do by investing in Jiangcheng. I can understand them giving me things, but they want me to be on their side to deal with Chen Yang."

"Deal with Boss Chen?" Uncle Yan sneered upon hearing this. "They don't even know their own worth. They think they can fight Boss Chen? Boss Chen killed one and chased away another. Now they're offering themselves up. Aren't they just courting death?"

Ye Hui nodded, agreeing with Uncle Yan's statement: "That's right. With Chen Yang's strength, how could they possibly shake him in Jiangcheng? If it were another city, they might have a chance."

As he spoke, Ye Hui glanced at the bottle beside him and kept stroking his chin. "This is a nice gift from Ishitani Masano. He sent me a unique item. I wonder if it's real or fake."

"What?" Uncle Yan was slightly taken aback upon hearing this. "Young Master, even you can't tell if this item is genuine or fake?"

Ye Hui gently shook his head. "This item is indeed authentic, but you have to understand that there is no comparison for this kind of item. It is a unique piece, and it is quite difficult to find one from a different era."

Hearing Ye Hui say this, Uncle Yan frowned slightly, then snorted coldly, "These little devils are really stingy, sending such an ambiguous gift."

"Little devils, little devils, what else can they be called little devils if they're not devils!" Ye Hui put down the porcelain bottle, sighed, and said, "No matter what they want to do, we can't let our guard down. Uncle Yan, go and invite Boss Chen over. I want to discuss this matter with him."

"What?" Uncle Yan froze on the spot for a moment, then reacted, "Young Master, you wouldn't be thinking of..."

“That’s right, I’m going to tell Boss Chen about this so he can be on guard.” Ye Hui interrupted Uncle Yan, a sly glint in his eyes.

"But..." Uncle Yan wanted to say something more, but Ye Hui stopped him by waving his hand.

“Uncle Yan,” Ye Hui stood up abruptly, “Only when they fight each other can we reap the benefits! Jiangcheng is becoming more and more interesting; I’m falling in love with this place!”

"I said call Boss Chen over!" Ye Hui said, glancing at Uncle Yan who hadn't moved. "Remember, not by phone, you drive there to pick him up yourself!"