Chapter 339 - Zhang Family

"Jin Xian, Ryuu one told me that sometimes strangers give the best kind of advice. I just scoffed at his words thinking he was just being philosophical as usual, but no he was right," Alcina said. "You are right, complications, big or small, are not worth sacrificing the only thing my heart desires. I do not want to even think about waiting for eight years for him to finally divorce her. For once,consequences can just go to hell." 

Alcina stood up, ready to leave the restaurant. She had decided that she was going to get her man. Even if she had to become Xiuying's slave for the rest of her life, she would not mind as long as she forgave her for being the third person in their marriage. Ryuu didn't love Xiuying. So,wasn't it better that they break this superficial marriage? 

Jin Xian laughed while shaking his head. This girl was so ready to make a confession. He must not stop her. "Should I drop you somewhere?" 

Alcina pondered for a moment before nodding. As both of them were about to exit the restaurant, she bumped into a feminine figure who froze all of an abruptly beside her. Alcina saw a petite woman standing shell shocked staring at Jin Xian. She was wearing a red business suit and her dark hair was cut into a sleek Bob giving her a chic but mature look. 

"Xian?"She mumbled, her eyes still wide. 

Alcina turned her eyes to look at Jin Xian who was staring at her with eyes full of longing, love , devotion, and what not! 

"Is she the one?"Alcina whispered in his eyes. Since she was a tall woman, she easily reached his ear. 

Jin Xian nodded. 

Alcina's face was full of smiles. "Hey miss! May I know your name?" 

The woman veered her eyes to look at an exceptionally beautiful and tall woman. "Umm, Huo Juan." 

"Miss Huo, I'm Alcina. Jin Xian's today's blind date," Alcina said, her eyes shining with mischievousness. "But you see this wonderful man just appeared to apologize to me. He confessed to me that he couldn't stay because he is still utterly, totally and madly in love with his ex. And was thinking of ways to woo her back since she is back in the country. I wonder if I should beat the shit out of him or appreciate such rare people who love madly and hardly." 

"Xian--"

"An, I'm sorry. Alcina is just being Alcina. Don't pay any attention to her words." Jin Xian was trembling with panic. He has no idea that Alcina was so blunt. He feared that Juan would misunderstand him. 

"Does that mean she is lying?"Huo Juan asked him with slight hesitation. 

"No. No. No." Jin Xian panicked. "I do want to overwhelm you with my feelings. I don't deserve to say all these things after all the things I have done to you." 

Alcina cleared her throat and both of them shifted their attention to her. "You see guys. I gotta go. But if you decide to marry each other, do send me an invitation. Dude, you got my number or you can ask Esma again… but pay attention that she might end up stealing your beautiful future wife. See you at your wedding. Do not disappoint me, Sensei Xian." 

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Alcina was strolling and humming when she felt someone's presence behind her. She slowly stopped and turned to find that few guards had encircled her. They undoubtedly didn't belong to Ryuu or the Long family. They were special men trained uniquely by the Zhang family. And only came out when the mission is A level or more grave than it. She contemplated as to why they are surrounding her now. 

"Young miss, you are ordered to come with us immediately?" the leader said to her coldy but in a respectful tone. She was after all Zhang Ye Bo's only granddaughter. So, it was obvious that these people would rather die than disrespect her. 

"Tell my grandfather that I am busy and can't come back to entertain him,"Alcina nonchalantly replied and flipped like a ninja and got out of the circle these guards had made. 

As Alcina came out of their hold, dozens more guards appeared and enveloped her again. It seemed like they were prepared to bring her back to Zhangs this time. No matter how good she was in martial arts, she couldn't win against more than thirty people who were taught the same of killing like her. 

"Fine ,"Alcina groaned and went inside the parked car. 

"It better be urgent ,"She glared at them. But no one reacted. She wondered if the old man had died and was now called back to read the will. But why would be her luck so good? The old man couldn't die before killing her. 

Three hours later, the car entered the mighty entrance of the Zhang ancestral house. The house span up to thirty acres of land. The Zhang clan was one of the most powerful hidden clans. When other clans moved out of the villages to gain more power. Zhangs stayed out of the power struggle. Since they were into medicines, they chose to stay away from the big business families in the capital. They were infamous for being reclusive. However, their power and influence must not be questioned. They were still the best in their field. The majority of the best doctors in Asia, in both traditional and western medicine came from this clan. They were renowned for producing geniuses. 

"It's nice to see you, Butler Mo," Alcina greeted the Butler while entering the main hall. 

The butler gave her an apologetic smile. From his smile, she could deduce that her Grandfather was more than just upset this time. She wondered what she had done this time to make the house help tremble in fear. 

As if on cue, she saw her grandfather sitting on a wheel chair beside Mo Jiang, his longtime caretaker, Zhang Boyan, the heir of the Zhang family, Zhang Ming, her grandfather's advisor and a few more significant people.. They were starting at her as if she had committed a great sin.