Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2300 - 2236: A Family Married to Nobility

"Hey there, Great Officer Meng." Chen Yujun tugged Meng Xinian toward the interior, lowering his voice to a conspiratorial whisper. "Are you aware of who this Long Xiaocai actually is?"

Meng Xinian’s brow quirked upward. "Why should her identity matter to me? Your wife is the one who brought her here."

"Yes, yes, I realize she's responsible for this chaos, but you still need to understand who this person is!" Noticing Meng Xinian’s lack of interest and his intent to walk away, Chen Yujun grabbed him once more, hissing, "The Long Family! You’ve heard of them, right? Gao Ming’s in-laws! Isn't the Long Family impressive enough? Not only is Long Xiaocai a favorite of Gao Ming’s, but her sister just got engaged to the eldest son of the Lu Family. Were you really unaware of this?"

In truth, while the Long Family lacked significant power on their own, they were considered formidable solely because of the women in their clan.

Historically, the women of the Long Family had always secured advantageous marriages. Rumor had it that their lineage had produced an Imperial Consort, a Shuyi, and several daughters-in-law for the wealthiest elite in the past.

In recent times, Long Xiaocai’s aunt had wed Gao Ming. Although Long Xiaocai’s mother had remarried into another family, Long Xiaocai still used the Long surname, and her sister’s engagement to the Lu Family’s heir solidified their status. They were undoubtedly a family of high prestige.

Meng Xinian stared at him with a long, piercing gaze.

Since when did he ever concern himself with such trivial social webs and relationships?

He was certainly familiar with the Long Family name, but how on earth was he supposed to know who Long Xiaocai’s sister was marrying!

Furthermore, even if he had known, what did it have to do with him?

Was this the reason Chen Yujun allowed Long Xiaocai to act so outrageously—simply because of these influential connections?

"So, because the Lu Family has been the center of attention lately, the Gao and Lu families are now linked through the Longs?" he inquired with a flat tone.

He finally understood the nature of the connection.

It was no wonder Chen Yujun treated Long Xiaocai with such deference.

Failing to detect the true emotion behind Meng Xinian’s words, Chen Yujun nodded eagerly. "Isn't that exactly it? Even if you are engaged and have a solid relationship with Xiao Jiang, you can't let her behave so recklessly. If you intend to turn Long Xiaocai down, you must do so politely, not like this. Do you truly want to insult the Gao, Long, and Lu families all at once?"

Chen Yujun worked himself into a state of self-righteous agitation.

He felt he was being incredibly kind to Meng Xinian by looking out for him like this.

Had it been anyone else, who would bother worrying about Meng Xinian’s eventual fate? It wasn't their concern, after all.

If Meng Xinian could just have a civil conversation with Long Xiaocai, this entire mess could be smoothed over.

A slight smirk tugged at the corner of Meng Xinian’s mouth as he asked, "Then, Deputy Director Chen, what do you suggest I do?"

If Dai Gang or Yang Zhiqi had been present, they would have recognized this as a clear warning sign of Meng Xinian’s rising fury. However, Chen Yujun lacked a true understanding of the man before him.

In his eyes, Meng Xinian was merely a youth who didn't grasp the complexities of the world.

Genuinely believing that Meng Xinian was seeking his guidance, he replied earnestly, "This is simple to fix. You should personally go and invite Long Xiaocai back inside. Then, right in front of her, give Xiao Jiang a stern scolding. That will make Long Xiaocai feel better. Afterward, share a few drinks with her and say some flattering things to soothe her anger for today; we can worry about the rest later."

"Tell me, Deputy Director Chen, is this your usual way of treating Sister-in-law Chen? Berating her for the sake of other women, and then charming those women right in front of her face?"