C10 He Is My Husband!

That was out of line!

Zhang Chen's icy stare abruptly shifted to Lin Junkai.

Yet before he could utter a word, Lin Zhiqing's chilly voice cut through, "What exactly are you implying?"

Lin Junkai let out a scornful laugh, "Oh? Is what I said incorrect? Has anyone in the Lin family ever treated him like a person?"

"He's nothing more than a dog to our Lin family!"

Lin Zhiqing's expression turned steely as she retorted sharply, "Lin Junkai, you've crossed the line!"

"He's my husband!"

"From the day we married, he became a part of the Lin family!"

"The marriage was arranged by our grandfather! Are you challenging his decision?"

Her words were incisive, her presence commanding.

Lin Junkai was left speechless, his face flushing with embarrassment.

Zhang Chen was taken aback. He hadn't anticipated Lin Zhiqing defending him.

A surge of unexpected excitement welled up inside him.

Lin Guofeng's voice rang out sternly, "Enough!"

"In front of these distinguished guests, do not bring shame upon the Lin family!"

Lin Zhiqing and Lin Junkai reluctantly stepped back.

Lin Guofeng's frosty gaze settled on Zhang Chen, his eyes betraying a flicker of disappointment.

After a long pause, he finally asked in a cold tone, "Zhang Chen, are you certain you're up for the challenge of seeking out Godly Doctor Qingyue?"

Zhang Chen responded with an easy smile, "Absolutely."

The sneers in the crowd grew more pronounced.

"Does he not grasp the gravity of the situation? What was he thinking?"

"He dares to seek the Godly Doctor? He's bringing disgrace upon the Lin family!"

"Where does he get the audacity?"

Whispers and murmurs erupted all around.

Lin Zhiqing's brows knitted slightly, yet she ultimately held her tongue.

Lin Guofeng's eyes continued to scan the members of the Lin family, yearning for someone else to step forward.

But ultimately, Lin Guofeng was met with despair.

"Very well. The responsibility of locating Godly Doctor Qingyue falls to you. The Lin family will provide you with all the support we can in the coming days. I trust you won't let us down."

With a heavy heart and little conviction, Lin Guofeng expressed his reluctant endorsement.

Zhang Chen flashed a confident grin, "Rest assured, I'll make it happen."

As his words fell, a chorus of laughter erupted once again from those around him.

Lin Zhiqing hung her head, her heart sinking deeper into despair.

Unable to resist taunting, Lin Junkai sneered, "If you can't find her, you might as well not bother coming back! Just pick a building to jump off and save our Lin family the embarrassment!"

Zhang Chen's eyebrows lifted.

The previous issue was still unresolved, and yet here was Lin Junkai, bold enough to challenge him again.

"You don't seem very confident in my ability to find Godly Doctor Qingyue," Zhang Chen said, his tone light and teasing.

The scorn in Lin Junkai's eyes intensified as he replied with contempt, "I'd trust a dog to find her more than I'd trust you!"

"Don't you have any idea what kind of person you are?"

His words set off a wave of raucous laughter from the crowd.

Zhang Chen remained unruffled, flashing a cheeky grin. "Really? How about we put a wager on it?"

Lin Junkai's voice dripped with revulsion, "You think you're worthy of betting with me?"

Zhang Chen, unfazed, whispered, "If you're too scared, just say so."

With that, he turned and stepped back to stand beside Lin Zhiqing.

Lin Junkai was seething with rage, his teeth clenched in hatred.

He had been outplayed by Zhang Chen in front of everyone!

After a moment's contemplation, he replied icily, "Fine! What are the stakes?"

Zhang Chen's smile was easy and confident. "Simple. If you lose, you hand over all your rights in Lin's Group to Zhiqing."

The crowd gasped in disbelief at his bold declaration.

Lin Zhiqing's eyes were wide with shock as she stared at Zhang Chen.

Lin Junkai let out a cold laugh, "And what if you lose?"

Zhang Chen shrugged nonchalantly, "If I lose, I'll divorce and leave the Lin family. How does that sound?"

He looked at Lin Junkai, his face alight with amusement.

The onlookers were stunned, their eyes wide with astonishment.

Had Zhang Chen lost his mind?

For years, the Lin family had wanted nothing more than for Zhang Chen to leave. If not for the protection of Old Master Lin, how could he possibly still be here?

And now, he was voluntarily offering to divorce and leave!

Excitement surged through the Lin family members in an instant!

Lin Junkai's eyes sparkled, and he quickly agreed, "Alright, you have my word!"

Tang Guozhong stepped forward with a grave tone, "In seven days, the medicine will be ineffective. By then, not even the descent of a Divine Immortal could help."

Zhang Chen chuckled, "Don't worry, it won't take that long."

His words triggered another wave of scornful laughter from those around him.

To them, Zhang Chen had become nothing more than a joke.

Lin Zhiqing couldn't stand it any longer. She had been fiercely defending him, yet he seemed indifferent.

Biting her lip, she spun on her heel and strode out of the villa.

Zhang Chen quietly trailed after her.

Before long, they reached a secluded spot where Lin Zhiqing abruptly halted.

Zhang Chen came to a stop, a sigh of resignation in his heart.

Then, a chilly voice cut through the silence, "Zhang Chen, you're daring to take on such a big challenge now?"

With a wry smile, Zhang Chen replied, "If I lose, you'll only be more pleased. But if I win, you'll make a fortune."

Lin Zhiqing's gaze turned icier as she asked, "Do you really think you can win?"

"Do you understand the consequences if you lose?"

"If you lose, the Lin family will be back on top of the media frenzy! No one will want to work with the Lin family!"

Zhang Chen's voice dropped to a whisper, filled with intrigue, "I'll let you in on a secret."

Lin Zhiqing was taken aback.

Ensuring they were alone, Zhang Chen leaned in and confided, "Actually, Godly Doctor Qingyue is one of my closest allies!"

He finished with a grin, watching Lin Zhiqing's reaction.

She was visibly shaken.

It took her a moment to compose herself, her eyes now blazing with fury.

Through clenched teeth, she spat out, "You're beyond help!"

With that, her last shred of hope for Zhang Chen disintegrated.

She turned away in a rage and stormed off.

Zhang Chen was left bewildered.

I'm telling the truth!

Why won't you believe me?

Dealing with confident women is truly challenging.

After a brief contemplation, Zhang Chen resolved to head back to Su Mang's place first.

He was on the verge of pulling out his phone when a Rolls Royce Phantom glided to a halt before him.

Zhang Chen paused, taken aback. After a quick scan of his surroundings, he hurried into the vehicle. "Drive," he urged anxiously, "let's not be seen."

The bodyguard was at a loss for words.

Who wouldn't view a ride in this car as the ultimate privilege?

Yet Zhang Chen was fearful of being spotted.