Inside the study of Villa Number One.
"Mr. Chen, we've found out. that Shi Wenyan is Miss Chen's personal assistant!"
Jiang Tiansheng respectfully accepted the tea brewed by Chen Fan and said.
Chen Fan was stunned upon hearing this.
What a coincidence.
He recalled the group he had seen at Lingyin Temple before. There was indeed a woman accompanying Chen Xing'er, but he hadn't paid much attention at the time.
"As for the specific origin of that item, it might be necessary to ask Miss Chen,"
Jiang Tiansheng said, "I believe this item was not brought by Miss Chen from the capital. It was likely a gift from someone after Miss Chen arrived in Hangjiang."
Chen Fan said, "Then, could its origin be from Yuan Liangping? Or, perhaps it was a gift from other local families like the Su family?"
Jiang Tiansheng nodded and said, "Shall I find someone to sound out Miss Chen?"
"No need."
Chen Fan shook his head and said, "Since it's in Miss Chen's hands, there's no need to rush."
They were all family, so that fragment of the dragon-patterned compass would naturally not escape him.
However, he had asked Yin Qian to release the news earlier, and it might be considered plotting against his own family, potentially causing some trouble.
"From your side, pay close attention to Miss Chen and report any news promptly!"
"Understood!"
Jiang Tiansheng thought Chen Fan was being wary of Chen Xing'er, unaware that he was concerned about her potential troubles.
"Also, keep an eye out for outsiders who might be after that item."
"Yes, I will have my subordinates stay alert!"
Jiang Tiansheng replied respectfully, hesitated for a moment, and then reminded him:
"Families like the Lin family and Wen family are getting closer to Yuan Liangping again because of Miss Chen's arrival."
Jiang Tiansheng reminded him again.
Chen Fan waved his hand, not caring about this, and changed the subject: "How are Bob and his daughter?"
"They are still staying at the Hanjiang Hotel. I have someone to escort and accompany them daily, and I've arranged a studio for them."
"Besides perfecting their work, they enjoy exploring the streets and alleys, taking many photos for inspiration. They are quite fascinated by our Jiangnan culture and say they are reluctant to leave!"
"However, they always ask to see you."
Chen Fan smiled, "I won't meet them. When they are about to leave, prepare a banquet for me, and I will see them off."
"Understood."
"Alright, you may go and attend to your business."
Chen Fan politely dismissed him.
"Mr. Chen, I'll play with Nannan for a while before leaving," Jiang Tiansheng said.
Chen Fan chuckled, "Go ahead!"
Jiang Tiansheng smiled and walked out of the study. After playing with little Nannan for nearly half an hour, he left contentedly.
Hanjiang Hotel.
Looking at the document in her hand, Chen Xing'er said in surprise, "That Chen Fan, is he Su Yingxia's ex-husband?"
"Yes!" Shi Wenyan said from the side, "It's not a secret, but I was also very surprised when I found out!"
"Su Yingxia?"
Chen Xing'er smiled playfully and said, "This woman is quite interesting!"
Shi Wenyan did not reply. As a personal assistant, she knew which of her boss's words to respond to and which not to.
"Married Su Yingxia three years ago, became a live-in son-in-law, with a timid and incompetent personality, enduring all sorts of scorn and bullying in the Su family, yet he was content. Until recently, he divorced Su Yingxia?"
"Less than ten days after the divorce, Su Yingxia married Jiang Shaolong. Hehe, isn't that a bit too eager?"
"Those who know these things don't think highly of Su Yingxia!"
Shi Wenyan replied.
"And yet, after this woman called Grandpa, Grandpa asked Xu Shengqing to come to Hangjiang to help her resolve her troubles?"
She continued to browse through the documents.
"What is the relationship between Su Yingxue and Su Yingxia?"
"It's said she's an illegitimate daughter of the Su family, kicked out by the Su family!" Shi Wenyan said, "The time is too short, this point is not yet confirmed."
"What a dramatic family saga!"
Chen Xing'er giggled and said, "The information shows that Chen Fan is from a rural county? Find a private investigator to check."
"Understood!"
"This Chen Fan is also very interesting. He also got involved with Mr. Long not long after his divorce. Lives in a villa, drives a BMW, and spent a billion at an auction?"
Shi Wenyan was speechless.
Putting down the document, Chen Xing'er lay back on the sofa and asked,
"Wenyan, a young master from a top aristocratic family, went to be a live-in son-in-law, endured constant scorn, and was finally kicked out. Why would he do all this?"
Shi Wenyan pondered and said, "I don't know. I can't figure it out. Perhaps my intelligence isn't high enough to understand such things."
"Your IQ of 130 isn't enough?"
Chen Xing'er giggled, "But it's not surprising. I also find it hard to accept such things."
"Is this Chen Fan the person you're looking for?" Shi Wenyan asked.
Chen Xing'er smiled, "Under normal circumstances, certainly not."
"However, my intuition tells me it's very likely him!"
"Wenyan, do you know that, given my background, since childhood, too many people have flattered me, fawned over me, revolved around me, and centered their lives around my will. If I told them to eat shit, they wouldn't hesitate."
Shi Wenyan's expression became subtle.
"So, from the time I was sensible, he started to admonish me, to have a clear understanding of the people around me. To know how to discern their motives for approaching me!"
"That tone today, it's too similar!"
"I initially just thought he looked familiar, but that tone made me think, perhaps it is him!"
"He has changed a lot, a great deal..."
Chen Xing'er's words also became numerous. She closed her eyes, reminiscing about something.
Sitting quietly, Shi Wenyan did not interrupt.
...
As the night deepened.
Xingyao Auction Company.
A figure slipped into the office area soundlessly.
After searching the various desks, the figure finally found a certificate of appraisal.
Glancing at the registration form, the figure put everything back in its place, and then, like a ghost, easily evaded the patrolling security guards and checkpoints. He got into a Santana parked far away and drove off.
In the car, he made a phone call.
"I need you to investigate someone. Her name is Shi Wenyan, phone number is *****. How long will it take?"
He spoke not in the language of Great Xia, but in fluent international common tongue.
"Ten minutes!" came the crisp reply from the other end of the line.
Ten minutes later, in the car, he opened the email that had just been sent to his phone and smiled.
"A Kyoto native, residing in room 1888 of the Hanjiang Hotel?"
"This is too easy. Let's treat it as a vacation trip."
Muttering to himself, he drove towards the Hanjiang Hotel.
After parking the car, he entered the hotel having changed into a sharp suit and leather shoes. He carried a small suitcase, looking like a successful gentleman.
After checking in, under the enthusiastic guidance of the lobby manager, he was no different from most other guests.