The Sickly Villain Only Wants to Survive

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Jiang Wan's words were spoken without lowering her voice, causing the chatter among the onlookers to abruptly fall silent.

A project worth several million? With the help of a young friend?

Most of those present had heard of the Xia family's recent setback in a project, but a loss to the Jiang family wasn't particularly surprising. In their ongoing rivalry, each side had won and lost multiple times, engaging in a fierce battle.

However, Jiang Wan now claimed that the project she "snatched" was with the help of this "young friend." Why was she emphasizing this? Was she intentionally trying to irritate Xia Weiyi?

It certainly seemed that way.

Although Shao Ming's attire today gave him a somewhat professional and refined appearance, he still looked no older than twenty. How could he possibly handle a project worth several million?

However, for Jiang Wan to bring him up to put down Xia Weiyi was enough to suggest that this young man was far from ordinary.

He was even friends with the young master of the Zhu family, making him someone worth investigating.

The guests at the banquet were making their own calculations.

Only Zhu Tong turned to Shao Ming in surprise.

He knew that Shao Ming would bring down the Xia family in the future, so he didn't doubt Jiang Wan's words.

Did Shao Ming help Jiang Wan take over the Xia family's project?

So, as early as this point, Shao Ming had already started targeting the Xia family?

When Zhu Tong looked over, Shao Ming's expression remained calm, but inside, he felt a bit nervous.

Then, he noticed someone next to him suddenly lean closer and ask in a whisper, "How did you do it?"

Shao Ming: "..."

Did this young master believe it so easily?

Not even a hint of doubt?

Shao Ming's lips curled slightly as he leaned in and whispered back, "Take a guess."

Zhu Tong: "..."

If he could guess, would he even need to ask?

But to be able to secure a project worth millions at such a young age... Shao Ming was indeed impressive.

In comparison, it seemed like he himself didn't have many qualities to be admired.

Zhu Tong suddenly fell silent, and Shao Ming continued, "I'll tell you slowly, over time."

Zhu Tong realized the setting they were in and nodded.

Xia Weiyi's face darkened further as he watched Shao Ming, who not only refrained from responding to Jiang Wan's taunts but also seemed to chat nonchalantly with someone beside him.

He forced a smile and said, "President Jiang has a keen eye for talent, surrounded by capable individuals. I pale in comparison."

His words subtly implied that Jiang Wan, after all, was just a woman, and to compete with other wealthy families, she still needed the support of men.

And various types of men at that.

Jiang Wan, however, remained unbothered, retorting, "You flatter me, President Xia. I can't compare to you, who always has everything under control. If you are willing to let a hidden gem remain unnoticed, I simply took advantage of the opportunity."

"..."

Her words carried a lot of implications.

Xia Weiyi's expression changed dramatically.