Chapter 25: The Father-in-Law's Approval

“Remember to make the wine as poisonous as possible. If he dares to come, one cup will ensure he never returns,” Madam Su’s voice was icy and stern, so cold that the air itself seemed to freeze in that instant.

Liu Farong felt a surge of delight within. Let’s see how arrogant that brat can be now. Once he’s dead, Su Qingxue will be left without any support, and everything will be forced to follow the Su family’s arrangements.

Su Shifeng suddenly understood, grinning widely, “I understand, Grandma. Rest assured, there will be no more mishaps this time.”

“We’re leaving.”

With Madam Su’s command, the driver started the car and they departed.

Soon after, a black Mercedes Maybach approached from the distance, parking in front of the villa. A middle-aged man hurriedly got out and walked towards the house.

“Dad, what brings you here?” Su Qingxue opened the door, surprised to see her father.

“Qingxue, I heard the Bai family came here to cause trouble. Are you alright? Where is your grandmother and the others?” Su Xionghui asked, his face full of anxiety.

He had been busy at the company when he suddenly heard the grim news, and rushed over without a second thought. Unfortunately, he was still a step too late.

Su Qingxue pursed her lips and briefly recounted the events to him. Only after listening did he finally breathe a sigh of relief.

He looked curiously at Lin Feng, extended his hand, and said sincerely, “You must be Lin Feng. Su family owes you for resolving this crisis.”

“Uncle, you’re too kind. It was simply what needed to be done,” Lin Feng replied, sensing that this man was different from the rest of the Su family.

A smile lit up Su Xionghui’s face as he sized Lin Feng up and down, seeming rather satisfied.

Su Qingxue happily walked over, affectionately slipping her hand through her father’s arm, and smiled, “Dad, Lin Feng not only helped the Su family, he also cured my illness.”

“You really must thank him properly.”

“Oh? He cured your longstanding ailment?” Su Xionghui was astonished. He knew better than anyone about Su Qingxue’s illness, which had plagued her for over a decade. No expert in the province had been able to cure her, so how could it simply disappear?

Su Qingxue beamed, nodding repeatedly, “Yes, at first I didn’t believe it either, but now I’m fully recovered. The Bai family has even dissolved our engagement, so now your daughter can devote herself to you every day.”

“This…”

The smile that had just appeared on Su Xionghui’s face slowly faded, and he sighed deeply. “Qingxue, although the Bai family has ended the engagement, it will be hard to explain this to your grandmother.”

“Your engagement with the Bai family was arranged by her. Now that Lin Feng has offended them, I doubt she’ll forgive him so easily. In my opinion…”

“Dad, you’re not thinking of driving Lin Feng away like Grandma, are you?” Su Qingxue sensed the tone and released his arm, complaining.

“Of course not. That’s not what I meant. I was thinking of finding an opportunity to speak well of Lin Feng, perhaps Grandma will forgive him,” Su Xionghui explained.

Hearing this, Su Qingxue’s expression softened. Her beautiful eyes shimmered as she smiled, “I knew you’re always the best to me, Dad.”

“Of course,” Su Xionghui chuckled, though he knew inwardly that it wouldn’t be so easy to resolve.

“Uncle, your health isn’t very good either, is it?” Lin Feng suddenly asked, observing Su Xionghui carefully.

“Oh? How did you know?” Su Xionghui returned to himself, puzzled.

“Your complexion is pale, there’s swelling around your eyes, pronounced bloodshot in your gaze, and a faint dark shadow between your brows—a highly ominous sign,” Lin Feng explained. “Also, Uncle, you’re plagued by nightmares every night, and recently your luck has been dreadful, misfortune after misfortune, am I right?”

“Yes, absolutely right. Everything I’ve tried lately has gone wrong. Lin Feng, you’re impressive, to see my problems at a glance,” Su Xionghui said admiringly, surprised. “Is there a way to resolve my symptoms?”

“There is. I’ll prescribe some medicine for you, and prepare a talisman. That will resolve everything,” Lin Feng replied calmly, withholding the fact that someone had deliberately harmed him.

Soon, Lin Feng asked for paper and pen, wrote a prescription, and handed it to Su Xionghui. He then asked Su Qingxue to prepare yellow paper and cinnabar, and personally drew a talisman, giving it to Su Xionghui, “Uncle, keep this with you at all times. Place it under your pillow at night, and the nightmares will vanish, improving your sleep.”

“Will this really work?” Su Xionghui was skeptical. He was not superstitious, nor did he believe in evil spirits.

Lin Feng nodded, “You’ll know if it works after you try. There’s no harm in it, wouldn’t you agree?”

“Alright, I’ll give it a try.”

After some thought, Su Xionghui kept the talisman on him. He felt Lin Feng was not ordinary, perhaps the method would actually work.

He then mentioned his upcoming birthday, and, grateful to Lin Feng, specially invited him to his birthday celebration.

Lin Feng hesitated; he didn’t really want to go, not being a member of the Su family. But Su Xionghui insisted, and with Su Qingxue also hinting beside him, he finally agreed.

After Su Xionghui left, Su Qingxue looked at Lin Feng with a bright smile, “Lin Feng, you really are my family’s lucky star. First you cured me, now you’ve solved my dad’s health issues. I must thank you properly.”

“Tonight, I happen to be attending a business networking event. Why don’t you accompany me?”

“A business networking event?” Lin Feng saw the anticipation in her eyes. He had nothing pressing to do, and perhaps could meet some powerful people and expand his connections.

He decisively agreed, “Alright, I’ll go with you.”

“Great! I’ll go change first, and buy you an outfit later,” Su Qingxue said gleefully, hopping into her room to pick out her clothes.

When she came out after changing, Lin Feng was stunned the moment he saw her.

She looked exquisite, wearing a white cocktail dress paired with crystal heels. Her noble bearing was unmistakable, her flawless figure on full display.

“Hey, where are you looking? How do you like my outfit?” Su Qingxue teased, glancing at him playfully. She spun around twice, blinking her beautiful eyes, and asked enthusiastically.

“Uh… it’s great. You look beautiful,” Lin Feng quickly regained his composure, scratching his head and responding with a smile.

Su Qingxue couldn’t help but laugh at his shy expression, then walked over, took his hand, and said, “Let’s go. I’ll buy you some new clothes. The ones you’re wearing can be thrown away.”

“There’s no need. I think my clothes are just fine…” Lin Feng started to protest, but Su Qingxue had already dragged him out to the car.