Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2714 - 2650: How Did They End Up Together

Jiang Xiao's brow furrowed slightly; she wondered what this implied.

Her reaction was swift, and surprise etched on her face. "You mean many residents there actually know him? So, it could potentially be their turf for illicit dealings?"

"That's my suspicion, though I cannot be entirely certain. I had intended to investigate myself, but Nian Che intercepted me at the Meng Family residence. I feared running into him and being recognized, so I refrained from going."

Meng Sheng added, "There's another detail. The Kong Family associates – you're aware of them, correct? It should be the Wang Family, specifically Kuang Yunxian's cousin, Wang Guoming. He also frequents that area, and recently, Wang Guoming has been actively pursuing Nian Mutong."

A snort escaped her lips.

How did those two even end up connected?

"Wang Guoming? Pursuing Nian Mutong? How did you uncover this information?"

Jiang Xiao couldn't help but feel a sense of admiration.

Meng Sheng explained, "The individuals I know have been navigating the backstreets of the capital since childhood; they're quite perceptive. Some of them are acquainted with Wang Guoming, whom they consider a rather influential troublemaker. While they fear provoking Wang Guoming, they also harbor a dislike for him. Thus, upon discovering his visits to the area where Nian Che resides, they resolved to keep a close watch on Wang Guoming and consequently observed his pursuit of Nian Mutong."

Jiang Xiao, contemplating the nature of Wang Guoming's character, couldn't resist asking, "Is it harassment or genuine pursuit?"

Given Wang Guoming's personality, upon encountering a beauty like Nian Mutong, how could he possibly let her go?

Yet, wasn't he typically the type to simply seize whatever he desired?

Meng Sheng, also familiar with Wang Guoming's usual disposition, found it perplexing. "He appears to be genuinely pursuing her, maintaining a surprisingly humble demeanor. He brings her gifts, sends her meals, helps clean tables at Nian Mutong's establishment daily, and occasionally sends his subordinates to boost her business."

"Is Nian Mutong running an art gallery?"

"No, she had expressed a desire to open one previously but never got around to it. She changed her mind and is now operating a small Western-style diner, serving foreign cuisine. It's not faring well, as the locals are unaccustomed to the food. Recently, Wang Guoming has been bringing customers to her, even filling the restaurant on several occasions."

Jiang Xiao's brows knitted together, also finding the situation rather peculiar.

"Considering Wang Guoming's past behavior, he's always been someone who takes what he wants by force. Such an effort to appease and pursue..."

Meng Sheng continued, "Exactly! I'm particularly baffled as to what Nian Mutong possesses that makes Wang Guoming act so subserviently."

Jiang Xiao remembered Wang Guoming's prior interactions.

Wang Guoming rarely dared to speak up in her presence, as she had previously put him in his place.

But why was he acting differently with Nian Mutong?

Unless her background was substantially more formidable than Wang Guoming's, it seemed unlikely, given Nian Mutong's personality, intellect, and emotional intelligence, that she would be someone capable of making Wang Guoming willingly submit.

Or perhaps, Nian Mutong held something that Wang Guoming coveted intensely? Something that could grant him significant advantages?

"Brother Meng Sheng, do you have sufficient personnel?" Jiang Xiao inquired. "If so, I want you to keep a close watch on both Wang Guoming and Nian Mutong."

Her intuition strongly suggested that this situation held a hidden significance that should not be overlooked.

"We have enough people. I can assign a few more to monitor them."

"Very well. Inform me of the requisite funds, and find a moment to come over; I will provide you with the money. Do not be frugal with this endeavor."

Meng Sheng was about to decline, feeling reluctant to accept her money, yet hiring individuals for constant surveillance incurs substantial costs, making it impossible for him to shoulder it alone.

"Understood."