Although Jiang Rong's gaze made Jiang Lan feel very uncomfortable, no matter what, the other party was still her cousin, so she had to help with this small favor.
The most crucial point was that Jiang Lan had no idea what Jiang Rong was thinking.
Jiang Rong didn't seem like a lecherous person, but he was very interested in Jiang Lan, a fact that even Jiang Mengxin noticed.
Privately, Jiang Mengxin pulled Xu Qin aside and whispered, "Mom, I always feel that this cousin of ours seems a bit strange. He seems particularly attentive to Xiao Lan and is asking her to help him with something now. Is there going to be trouble? Won't he do anything dangerous to Xiao Lan?"
As a woman, Jiang Mengxin could also sense something amiss in Jiang Rong's gaze.
As an elder sister, she wanted to protect her younger sister.
However, Xu Qin gave a strange smile and said, "Don't worry, Jiang Rong won't do anything to Xiao Lan. I can guarantee that."
Xu Qin rarely spoke so decisively. Since she said it, she had absolute confidence.
This, instead, confused Jiang Mengxin.
She looked at Xu Qin doubtfully and said, "Mom, I always feel like you're hiding something from me."
"Yes, there is something I'm hiding from you," Xu Qin said without reservation, and this matter was definitely related to Jiang Rong and Jiang Lan.
Jiang Mengxin's eyes widened.
Before she could ask, Xu Qin said, "It's not time to tell you yet. When the time is right, I will explain everything clearly to you. No matter what, Jiang Rong will definitely not harm Xiao Lan, nor does he have any improper thoughts. You can rest assured about this. Here, take this fruit platter to him."
"Oh."
Although she didn't understand what Xu Qin was up to, since she said so, Jiang Mengxin had no choice but to trust her.
In the living room.
Jiang Rong calmly said, "Xiao Lan, our family business is in clothing. This time we plan to produce a new style of clothing and need exceptionally high-quality silk. I know that Jinling has many large silkworm farmers, and one of them, Xu Shaojin, is known as the 'Silkworm King.' It is said that the silkworms he cultivates are excellent, and his silk is highly sought after in the market. I don't know Xu Shaojin, can you help me contact him?"
Xu Shaojin?
Jiang Lan didn't actually know such a person, but since they were all from Jinling, and the place was not that big, she could find out with a little inquiry.
"Wait a moment."
Jiang Lan made a phone call and asked her subordinates to check for contact information. Soon, the information was sent over, providing a phone number.
"Got it," Jiang Lan said. "I have already obtained Xu Shaojin's contact information, and I've also had him investigated. He is indeed a major silkworm farmer, and his silk is indeed excellent. However..."
"However, what?" Jiang Rong asked.
"However, he joined the White Lotus Sect half a year ago and has been exploited quite badly by them. I think this person's current situation is unknown and requires further investigation. So, cousin, give me some more time. After I investigate thoroughly, we can proceed."
This was a very reasonable suggestion.
For such a large business deal, the partners must be chosen carefully.
However, what Jiang Lan never expected was that Jiang Rong would flatly reject her suggestion.
Jiang Rong said, "There's no need for further investigation. I've already investigated most of it before I came. Xu Shaojin's silk is excellent and can be purchased directly. I have limited time in Jinling, and if I delay, the good silk might be snatched by competitors. Xiao Lan, tidy yourself up and come with me to see Xu Shaojin immediately to purchase the silk from him."
"Ah? So urgent?" Jiang Lan was almost stunned. She had never seen such an impatient person. For such a big deal, would it kill them to investigate a little more?
At this moment, Lu Ming, who was beside her, frowned slightly, feeling that something was not right. This was not the behavior of a normal businessman.
Jiang Rong exuded a strange aura from head to toe, inside and out.
However, Lu Ming did not smell any danger from him.
In other words, Jiang Rong didn't seem to have any intention of harming Jiang Lan, but Jiang Rong was definitely playing some tricks behind the scenes. This person was just that strange.
Jiang Lan couldn't say much about Jiang Rong's suggestion.
After all, it was his business and his money, and he could do whatever he wanted. She could only offer a reference.
Whether he lost money or made money, it didn't matter to her.
Let him mess around, she didn't care anymore. This was Jiang Lan's true inner thought.
There wasn't really anything to pack. They drove directly to find Xu Shaojin. Before going, they even made a phone call to make an appointment. A big shot like this might not always be waiting for you.
After making the appointment, Jiang Rong prepared to take Jiang Lan to purchase the silk.
However.
Jiang Lan wanted Lu Ming to follow!
Because Jiang Lan was genuinely a little scared. She couldn't figure out what Jiang Rong was up to. He seemed to want to purchase silk, but his behavior was very strange.
There might be some unexpected trouble along the way.
Bringing Lu Ming would ensure safety.
Jiang Rong smiled, then glanced at Lu Ming with disdain and said, "You're Mengxin's fiancé, aren't you? I heard you used to be a grave keeper?"
His words were filled with contempt for Lu Ming.
This immediately made Jiang Lan very unhappy.
She had thought Jiang Rong was polite to everyone, even the nanny, but here he revealed his true nature to Lu Ming.
Before Lu Ming could reply, Jiang Lan interjected, "Cousin, if you speak like this, I won't go with you."
Uh...
Jiang Rong was stunned. He hadn't expected that a mere Lu Ming would be so important to Jiang Lan.
"Hahahaha, I was just joking with him. Don't be angry. It's fine if Lu Ming comes along. Bringing a bodyguard is for safety."
His tone and demeanor remained condescending.
Lu Ming didn't take it to heart. He was already accustomed to dealing with such snobs. However, Jiang Lan's impression of her cousin had completely plummeted.
She already found him very strange, and now he was speaking rudely to Lu Ming.
Frankly, if it weren't for the ties of kinship, Jiang Lan would have cursed him long ago!
The three of them got into the car in a very unpleasant atmosphere.
"Hold on tight."
Jiang Rong started the car and headed for the destination.
Watching Jiang Rong's car drive away, a greedy look appeared in Xu Qin's eyes. She muttered to herself, "Xiao Lan, Xiao Lan, whether Mommy can make a lot of money depends on you."
These words sounded very strange to Jiang Mengxin's ears.
What did Jiang Rong's business have to do with Jiang Lan? How could it affect Xu Qin's ability to make a lot of money?
What was the connection here?
Jiang Mengxin really couldn't figure it out.