My Wife Is a Superstar
Chapter 398

Ouyang Duo, who had claimed to be abroad all this while, showed up out of nowhere in Flower Citywhen Nan Chen requested an audience with him.

He told others he had made a trip back to Flower City because of Nan Chen.

Nevertheless, no one seemed to be aware of the trip he mentioned.

Nan Chen and Ouyang Duo had a meeting scheduled at the Nanshi Corporation Headquarter.Ouyang Duo suggested meeting at the particular venue.

Lately, Nanshi Corporation's predicament on the project in Vietnam had gotten around amongstthose in the corporate world.

Others would definitely figure out the objective of Ouyang Duos visit since the session was held atNanshi Corporation Headquarters

Nan Chen had been waiting for the arrival of Ouyang Duo in the lobby.

He walked over and stretched his arm, initiating a handshake with Ouyang Duo once the latterarrived. “Uncle, thank you so much for your time.”

Ouyang Duo greeted Nan Chen politely in return, “Since both families have been closely acquaintedfor a long time, I will definitely try my best to resolve the hardship that has befallen the Nan family.”Nan Chen couldn't figure out the reason Ouyang Duo considered the failure of a particular projectas the hardship of the Nan family.

In spite of being irritated, Nan Chen remained a calm and collected front and showed Ouyang Duothe way to the VIP lounge with a poker face.

In order to welcome Ouyang Duo, Nan Chen had instructed his subordinates to clean the loungebeforehand. Hence, not even a speck of dust could be found on any surface.

After they caught up with one another, Nan Chen finally brought up his request and summarizedthe timeline of the incident that had occurred in Vietnam.

Ouyang Duo asked, “Are you serious? How may I help you, Chen?”

“Uncle, can you please do me a favor and get in touch with the minister on my behalf? Please gethim to reassess the authenticity of the assessment report and do us justice,” Nan Chen requested.“Hahaha!” Ouyang Duo burst into laughter.

Nan Chen looked at him in the eyes as he was confused.

“Chen, justice doesn't exist! Frankly, justice is the tool for the wealthy and influential ones to getthings done their way!” Ouyang Duo remarked.

Nan Chen remained silent once more.

"Since such a serious incident has occurred, you should have gotten in touch with me earlier! Mr.Huang is a good friend of mine! I'm sure he'll do me a favor and assist you in reassessing theassessment report.”

“Thank you so much, Uncle,” Nan Chen expressed his gratitude.

“I'll make a trip to Vietnam and visit Mr. Huang tomorrow. Do you want to tag along with me?”Ouyang Duo offered an olive branch to Nan Chen.

“I-I..." Nan Chen stuttered because he didn't think Ouyang Duo would bring up such a requestunexpectedly.

As he couldn't figure out the reason Ouyang Duo had brought up such a suggestion, he was at aloss for words all of a sudden.

Usually, the party who had accepted the request from another party would proceed to fulfill theother party's request on their own.

Nan Chen couldn't figure out the reason Ouyang Duo want him to tag along when he could easilyget in touch with Mr. Huang on his behalf.

Actually, if he could procure Mr. Huang's aid without Ouyang Duo’s referral, Nan Chen would havedone it without him.

Ouyang Duo tried to persuade Nan Chen, “I know you have a lot of things on your plate, but this isequally crucial for Nanshi Corporation and you, right? I think you should tag along with me on thistrip, Chen.”

“Are you leaving tomorrow?”

"Yes. Since we're talking about the progress of a construction site, we can't afford to drag this anyfurther. We need to sort the issue out as soon as possible to prevent further losses,” Ouyang Duoexplained.

“You're right, Uncle. I'll tag along with you to Vietnam.”

"We'll make the trip using my private jet. I have been there a few times before. I'll get everythingsorted out, including the clearance to enter the border.”

“Thanks, Uncle.”

They chatted for some time before wrapping up the session.

As soon as the session ended, Nan Chen made his way back to Commoner Residence and reportedthe outcome of their discussion to Nan Zhengde.

His grandfather had requested him to get in touch with him as soon as he had decided on his nextbest course of action.

Nan Zhengde lost himself in the process of thought because he couldn’t fathom the reason OuyangDuo insisted on Nan Chen's companion for the trip.

“I don't want you to make the trip,” Nan Zhengde asserted.

“I'm afraid that's impossible, Grandpa,”

“We can't possibly allow you to put yourself at stake when we have no idea what Ouyang Duo hashidden up his sleeves. Since you're going to make the trip using his private jet, he has the upperhand once you reach Vietnam. I'm afraid things will get out of control.”

“I think it's fine, Grandpa.” Nan Chen was relatively calm.

"Ouyang Duo is a cunning old fox! Throughout the years of dealing with him, we have never oncegot the better of him!"

“Exactly! That's the reason he won't resort to anything reckless and put my wellbeing at stake.”"What do you mean?”

“Grandpa, have you forgotten my identity as Ouyang Qing’s fiancé? Although I have neveracknowledged this identity of mine, those from the Ouyang family have misperceived me as theirsoon-to-be son-in-law. If he wants to put me at stake, why would he want to propose theengagement?”

“You're right. What exactly is he up to? Why does he want you to tag along with him to Vietnam?”Nan Zhengde murmured to himself.

“I have no idea, but I don't think I will encounter any sort of danger.”

"What if the proposal is merely a disguise to catch you off guard? Do you have any countermeasurefor that?”

Nan Chen gave it a thought and found his grandfather's words made sense, but he shook his headand rebuked, “I can't think of the reason Ouyang Duo wants to drag me down.”

“Isn't it obvious? You're the mainstay of the Nan family. If you're no longer around, they can easilychallenge the Nan family’s authority. In fact, this is the sole for others to drag you down from yourcurrent position. .”

“I'm not as important as you have said, Grandpa.”

“I'm not trying to be courteous or flatter you but it's the truth. You're the most important figure ofthe Nan family!” Nan Zhengde asserted in a serious manner.

“I think he won't do me the favor if I turn down his request to tag along with him. Therefore, I haveto make the trip no matter what. I'll get Qiao Zhan to tag along with me. I'm sure he can keep mesafe.”

Nan Zhengde shook his head and insisted, “That won't change the outcome of the trip either sinceOuyang Duo is the one in charge. Moreover, you're in a foreign place. If worse comes to worst, I'mafraid Qiao Zhan can't do anything to turn the tables either.”

Although it would be unnecessary for Ouyang Duo to lure Nan Chen all the way to Vietnam just tobring upon his misfortune, Nan Zhengde's words made sense.

Nan Chen found himself in a tight spot because even though there might be a possibility OuyangDuo would expose him to danger, he would have to resolve the issue in Vietnam sooner or later.All of a sudden, Nan Zhengde suggested, “I'll have you make the trip, but it won't be necessary foryou to be there physically.”

"What should I do, Grandpa?”

"We'll get Nan Xing to make the trip on your behalf since he is a replica of you. Usually, an outsiderwon't be able to tell both of you apart from one another.”

“No! This isn't fair for Nan Xing! He's equally important! I can’t possibly put his life at stake when I'maware of the possible risk!” Nan Chen rejected without a second thought.

Knitting his eyebrows, Nan Zhengde assured, “I'm not indicating that he’s disposable, neither do Ihave any plan to forsake him. He's my beloved grandson too; I love him wholeheartedly as much asI love you.”

“Then you shouldn't have brought up such a suggestion!” Nan Chen raised his volume to expresshis frustration.

“I mean, let's get him to take over your position while you stay in the dark and keep an eye on him.If you detect anything odd, retreat with Nan Xing at once. This is the only viable solution to ensure awin-win situation,” Nan Zhengde spelled out the details of his plan.

Nan Chen remained silent because his grandfather's suggestion was the only feasible plan they hadto ensure the safety of both his brother and him.

However, Nan Chen would spend the rest of his life regretting his decision if anything were tohappen to Nan Xing after he had taken over his position.