Jiang Shichao arrived at the Han family villa with a pile of gifts.
Upon arrival, Jiang Shichao immediately asked to see Han Xin.
Han Sanwan, mindful of his status, hosted him warmly and called Han Xin out from her room.
Seeing Han Xin, Jiang Shichao's eyes lit up instantly. "Han Xin, long time no see!" he said.
He eyed Han Xin from head to toe.
Looking at her beautiful face and her figure that was perfectly proportioned, his Adam's apple bobbed, and he involuntarily swallowed.
Han Xin sensed his gaze and a look of disgust appeared on her face.
Seeing this, Han Sanwan quickly said, "Shichao, don't just stand there, please sit down!"
Jiang Shichao then sat on the nearby sofa.
Han Sanwan, Han Xin, and Xia Yanlu all sat on the other sofas.
As Han Sanwan saw Jiang Shichao sit down and his eyes still fixated on Han Xin without looking away, he asked, "Shichao, when did you come to Haicheng? Are your parents doing well?"
"I just arrived this afternoon. Dad and the others are doing well, thank you for your concern, Uncle Han..."
Jiang Shichao replied, his eyes still fixed on Han Xin.
This made Han Xin feel both disgusted and awkward!
She even considered standing up and leaving.
"Ahem..."
Han Sanwan deliberately coughed and asked again, "Shichao, is there anything important that brought you to Haicheng this time?"
Jiang Shichao finally shifted his gaze away from Han Xin.
He looked at Han Sanwan and, without beating around the bush, said directly, "Uncle Han, I came to Haicheng this time primarily for Han Xin!"
"I want to propose to you, I want to marry Han Xin!"
"What???"
"!!!"
Except for Xia Yanlu, who remained seated without much reaction, both Han Sanwan and Han Xin's bodies stiffened.
Their expressions were utterly shocked.
Jiang Shichao didn't pay much attention to their strong reactions and continued, smacking his lips, "Uncle Han, I'm serious. I really like Han Xin. I hope you can agree!"
Then, he looked at Han Xin again and said with utmost sincerity, "Han Xin, I truly like you. The first time I saw you, I fell for you! I hope you can give me a chance, marry me, and let me cherish you for a lifetime..."
"Stop talking!" Han Xin stood up, interrupting him. "Young Master Jiang, please respect yourself!"
With that, she turned to leave.
Before she could take two steps, Jiang Shichao also stood up. "Han Xin, you reject me so outright, without even considering it. Is it because of that ex-convict named Qin Yi?"
Han Xin stopped in her tracks and turned back to ask, "How do you know about Qin Yi?"
Han Sanwan was also surprised.
Xia Yanlu, afraid of exposing herself for telling Jiang Shichao about Qin Yi, spoke up, "Shichao has such good conditions and is so handsome. Xiao Xin, I think you could consider it!"
Han Xin glanced at Xia Yanlu and ignored her.
She replied to Jiang Shichao, "It has nothing to do with anyone else! Young Master Jiang, we've only met a few times. I think your coming to my house today to propose is rather abrupt and surprising!"
"Moreover, although I'm from Haicheng, I've heard about your reputation and some of the things you've done in the provincial capital!"
"So I'm very sorry, there's no possibility between us!"
Jiang Shichao was a playboy, changing girlfriends faster than he changed clothes.
He had even made headlines for his chaotic personal life.
Therefore, whether it was Han Xin or Han Sanwan, despite meeting Jiang Shichao infrequently, they both knew very well what kind of person he was!
Han Xin already disliked Jiang Shichao immensely; how could she possibly marry him!
Jiang Shichao heard Han Xin's words and spread his hands. "Han Xin, you know, men—who doesn't fool around a bit? It's all just putting on a show."
"Don't talk about me. Look at Uncle Han, didn't he remarry Aunt Xia later?"
"Pfft..."
Han Sanwan almost toppled from the sofa onto the ground.
Xia Yanlu's face turned dark.
Recovering himself, Han Sanwan stood up and said, "Well, Shichao, marriage is a big decision. You and Xiao Xin haven't interacted much and don't know each other. I think this matter can be discussed later!"
"Since you've finally come to visit our home, I'll arrange a meal later, and we'll have a good drink tonight..."
Han Sanwan tried to help Han Xin out of the awkward situation by deliberately changing the topic.
However, before he could finish speaking, Jiang Shichao cut him off, "No need for dinner. Uncle Han, just tell me, I want to marry Han Xin, are you willing or not?"
"This..."
Han Sanwan looked conflicted. "My willingness doesn't matter. This is Xiao Xin's business; she has to be willing herself!"
"You are her father; you can make decisions for her!"
Jiang Shichao wanted to force Han Sanwan to give an immediate answer.
After thinking for a moment, Han Sanwan shook his head. "Shichao, I don't think you and Xiao Xin are a good match."
In his heart, he was solely focused on Han Xin marrying Qin Yi.
Yes, Jiang Shichao was the next heir of the Jiang family, and his family's conditions were indeed good, but his character was truly questionable!
Han Sanwan didn't want his daughter to marry a scoundrel and have an unhappy life!
Hearing Han Sanwan's answer, Jiang Shichao's expression darkened. The polite attitude he had shown to Han Sanwan earlier vanished completely.
"Han Sanwan, do you mean you're refusing?"
Jiang Shichao called him by his full name. "I call you Uncle Han out of respect. Without it, you're nothing!"
"If you agree to marry Han Xin to me, you will remain the richest man in Haicheng. If you refuse, do you believe I'll go back and tell my father, and within a few days, the richest man in Haicheng will be someone else?"
It was a blatant threat!
Han Sanwan's face darkened, and he shouted, "Jiang Shichao, don't be too arrogant! You can leave now!"
He directly asked him to leave.
"Heh heh..."
Jiang Shichao turned a deaf ear. Not only did he show no intention of leaving, but he also plopped back onto the sofa.
He said with a smile, "You want to kick me out? I'm here to propose today. If you don't agree, I won't leave!"
"Han Xin, I know you're dating an ex-convict named Qin Yi. I really don't understand why you would fall for an ex-convict."
"But that doesn't matter anymore. If nothing unexpected happens, that Qin Yi will be gone soon!"
As he spoke, he glanced at the expensive watch on his wrist. "No, perhaps he's already gone!"
Hearing this, Han Xin turned pale with shock. "What did you say?"
Han Sanwan was also startled and blurted out, "Jiang Shichao, what do you mean???"