Supreme Heir Son-in-law-Chapter 1129 - 1128: The Seven Great Clans

This night, it wasn’t completely fruitless. According to Zhu San, the Shen Family’s eldest daughter seems to be secretly connected with the organization.

Initially, he didn’t intend to get involved in the Shen Family’s affairs, but now that he knew this, he changed his mind.

He instructed Park Jiahui to secretly monitor the movements of the Shen Family’s eldest daughter, while also introducing Zhu San to Shen Mi. Of course, this matter was not mentioned to Yiran.

After much effort, he managed to recruit an insider, but he himself didn’t even get a cent, only a word of thanks.

Watching the woman’s excitedly departing back, Xu Ke felt a belly full of frustration, but as a man, he couldn’t bring himself to ask for money.

At least he managed to send away this troublesome woman, and Xu Ke was barely able to catch his breath.

Perhaps it was because they talked too late last night, Lin Yiran didn’t wake up until noon, by which time the person sent by Elder Zhu had already arrived downstairs.

The exhibition opened, and Xu Ke and Lin Yiran were invited to attend. Although many guests came, Xu Ke didn’t like mingling in crowds.

After finishing hosting the guests, Lin Yiran was invited to discuss a contract, while Xu Ke, with no interest in participating, sat in the office drinking tea with the elder.

"You drink it like that, how can you savor the true taste?"

Watching Xu Ke down a cup in one gulp, the elder couldn’t help but laugh and said.

"I don’t have the elder’s taste. To me, tea is just water, its sole function is to quench thirst. As for the taste, it’s just how comfortable it feels when quenching thirst."

"Yet precisely, the value of tea lies in how comfortable it feels!"

"That’s why I never buy tea!" Xu Ke said flatly, not feeling there was anything wrong with his words.

The elder chuckled, looking at Xu Ke’s plain expression for a while before saying, "Mr. Xu sees things clearly!"

"You’re too kind. Frankly, I’m just a commoner, nowhere as noble-minded as the elder!"

"Thank goodness you didn’t call me sanctimonious!" The elder shook his head, sipped his tea, "The longer one lives, the more one sees, but it becomes harder to express oneself openly, unlike in youth."

"Does the elder have something on his mind?"

"Heh, who doesn’t have something troubling in their heart? Aren’t you the same?" The elder looked at Xu Ke, his gaze sharp, as if seeing through him. 𝐟𝕣𝗲𝕖𝕨𝗲𝐛𝗻𝗼𝐯𝗲𝚕.𝗰𝚘𝐦

Under that gaze, Xu Ke felt uncomfortable, but didn’t avoid it, thinking of Shen Mi, he casually said, "Elder, you have keen insight, I do have something troubling me and don’t know how to address it."

"Oh, it seems to involve me, feel free to speak?"

"Someone has admired the elder for a long time, knowing that I know you, they want me to introduce you!"

"The Shen Family girl?" Elder Zhu was not surprised, saying with a slight smile.

Xu Ke didn’t show any signs of surprise, because he knew with the elder’s abilities, he must have known that Shen Mi had come yesterday.

Before Xu Ke could speak again, the elder continued, "The Shen Family now is a muddy pool, it’s best not to get involved."

"That’s what I thought too, but some things aren’t up to me to decide! If the elder knows anything, please tell me, so I don’t get too deeply mired in this quagmire."

"How much can I know? It’s just hearsay!" The elder smiled lightly, but didn’t stop speaking.

From the elder, Xu Ke learned more about the inside story, though he wasn’t sure how he felt.

The elder didn’t single out the Shen Family but started talking about the so-called Seven Great Clans.

The Seven Great Clans have a long history, having grown and thrived through the ages, with complex, deep connections behind them.

However, their long inheritance also carries old ailments. In today’s rapidly developing era, these ingrained issues gradually reveal themselves, and the Seven Great Clans are facing a new round of trials.

Although others may not know, the members of the Seven Great Clans know very well that their peak has passed, and they are on a gradual decline.

Trying to defend their foundation while seeking breakthroughs is no easy task. So, each family is looking for opportunities.

"What does this have to do with the chaos in the Shen Family?" Xu Ke was a bit puzzled. The Shen Family’s turmoil was ultimately just an internal power struggle.

"It’s no secret that the Seven Great Clans are declining! It’s not hard to understand if someone thinks the fame of the Seven Great Clans no longer matches reality."

"Are you saying someone is fueling the flames behind the scenes?"

"I didn’t say that, you did!" The elder sipped his tea, smiling cunningly.

Xu Ke was silent. He wasn’t stupid and understood the elder’s implication. This murky water was even muddier than he imagined, and the elder didn’t want to get involved.

"Do you know who it is?" Xu Ke’s first thought was the organization, but his knowledge of it made him uncertain.

The organization does things for money, and power struggles aren’t its style.

But why are they involved? According to Zhu San, the organization is not just accepting a commission to kill Shen Mi and Shen Mi’s little brother.

Otherwise, Shen Mi’s elder sister wouldn’t be meeting with the organization so frequently.

Then, what role is the organization playing in all this?

The elder ignored Xu Ke’s expression and said, "I only know that for traditional families like ours, today’s enemies shouldn’t be each other."

The elder spoke lightly, with an expression Xu Ke couldn’t understand, like a lament, or perhaps helplessness.

After pondering for a while, Xu Ke couldn’t grasp the elder’s meaning and could only sigh helplessly, quietly saying, "So you don’t plan to meet her then?"

"I’ll meet her, but can’t promise anything. You’re her friend and mine, so I thought I should clarify with you first."

"You can discuss this when you meet! I’m just the messenger." Xu Ke replied, taking up the topic.

The elder didn’t elaborate further, only waited for Lin Yiran to return excitedly before handing them two invitations and arranging a car to take them back to their hotel.

"What’s wrong?" Back at the hotel, Lin Yiran asked Xu Ke softly, seeing his furrowed brow.

"Nothing, just wondering what I should wear to the auction tonight!" Xu Ke laughed it off.

But at his words, Lin Yiran’s brow instantly twitched, and she exclaimed, "Oh no, I forgot I didn’t prepare a dress either!"

Saying that, she grabbed Xu Ke’s arm and hurriedly rushed out of the hotel.

Looking at the hand clinging to his arm, Xu Ke ultimately offered no resistance, dragging his feet to follow her out.