196 but my heart aches_1

His complexion changed dramatically, and he shielded the stammering Xu Manyan behind him, his gaze sharp as he looked at Zhao Ximo, "Young Master Zhao's family possesses wealth beyond measure, with just Yuxian alone being worth a fortune. Why must you be so concerned about our small Xu Family's jewelry company?"

"So, does Elder Xu mean to refuse?" Zhao Ximo raised an eyebrow and gave a cold look, his lips curving into a smile, "If that's the case, there's nothing more to say. I invite the three of you to leave. As for what I will do to the Xu Family afterwards, let's just say it won't be as gentle as Jingwei's methods."

Zhao Ximo looked deeply at Xu Luniang with an unflinching voice, uttering words that were sufficiently threatening, "After all, those of us in the business of wine and pleasure always have a few more tricks up our sleeves than you respectable folks."

Wei Tingyao's gaze towards Zhao Ximo now held a new respect.