Chapter 10: Because of You, I Am Unattractive

“Ah? Oh!” Still lost in thought, Su Qingli finally came to her senses and hurriedly opened the door and got into the car.

Then, the sleek sports car, with a deep roar, blasted Pan Yixuan’s face with exhaust and sped off flamboyantly.

“This is impossible, the purchase contract must be fake!” Jealousy twisted Pan Yixuan’s face.

Although Zhang Liping also found it hard to believe that Jiang Hao could really afford that sports car, what enraged her even more was that Jiang Hao only allowed Su Qingli to get in, refusing to let her, the mother-in-law, join them. It was simply outrageous.

If she could ride in such a multimillion luxury car to the banquet, she would surely make her relatives green with envy!

What a wasted opportunity to shine in front of everyone!

With such a gem before her eyes, Zhang Liping could hardly look at Pan Yixuan’s Maserati any longer.

But she had no choice, so she settled for second best and smiled at Pan Yixuan, “Young Master Pan, the banquet is about to begin. Why don’t we go attend it first?”

“As for Jiang Hao’s car, we can investigate it later.”

However, Pan Yixuan, observing the change in Zhang Liping’s expression, easily guessed what she was thinking.

Already furious and frustrated, his mood soured further. He opened the car door and got in.

Before Zhang Liping could join him, he locked the doors and said coolly, “Sorry, Auntie, I have urgent matters to attend to. I can’t take you to the banquet.”

“You’ll have to take a taxi yourself.”

With that, he drove off.

Watching the Maserati disappear from view, Zhang Liping’s face froze in disbelief.

“You… you’re both too much!”

How could she, a noblewoman from a prestigious family, be expected to take a taxi to the banquet?

It was an enormous insult.

Yet, with no other options, she had no choice but to hail a cab.

Her exquisite makeup and expensive dress contrasted sharply with the grimy taxi, making the experience feel like torture.

Meanwhile, Su Qingli sat on the comfortable leather seat, momentarily at a loss.

After a long pause, she finally calmed herself, turned to Jiang Hao—whose expression was cold—and cautiously asked,

“Can you tell me where this car came from? If it’s rented, maybe we should return it right away.”

“A multimillion-dollar car, even the rental must be expensive!”

“I just got paid this month, so I should be able to cover the rental…”

Su Qingli’s disbelief was no surprise to Jiang Hao. He merely sneered and replied, “Do you really know me? How do you know I can’t afford this car?”

“But then, maybe you’re just hoping I’ll amount to nothing, spending my life trampled underfoot.”

“Only then can you flaunt the noble status of the Su family’s heiress, isn’t that so?”

Such words cut deeper than any blade.

To Su Qingli, Jiang Hao’s words stabbed straight into her heart, leaving her in pain and helplessness.

Yet, thinking of what her mother had done, she could only force a bitter smile and explain helplessly, “Jiang Hao, you misunderstand me.”

“I’m the person who most wants you to succeed in this world.”

Jiang Hao sneered disdainfully, his voice icy, “You want me to do well? What you really want is for me to die soon, so you can marry a rich heir and become a young mistress!”

Hearing this, Su Qingli felt even more miserable. She was about to explain further when the car came to a stop—they had arrived at the Su family’s main residence, where the banquet was being held.

The parking lot at the entrance was already filled with luxury cars of every kind, but when Jiang Hao’s Bugatti Veyron stopped, it still caused a sensation.

“My god! That’s a Bugatti Veyron—a world-class luxury car worth millions! Who’s so impressive, driving such a car?”

“I’ve only seen this level of supercar a few times in the imperial capital. It’s the first time seeing one here in Maple City.”

“The only people who could afford this car in Maple City are the families at the very top of the pyramid…”

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When Jiang Hao opened the car door and stepped out under everyone’s gaze, the crowd gaped in disbelief.

Who was Jiang Hao?

The infamous “kept man” of Maple City. Thanks to certain people’s efforts, his reputation had spread throughout the city.

Now, seeing him climb out of a multimillion-dollar sports car, the scene felt almost dreamlike.

Coincidentally, several Su family members were waiting at the entrance, among them Su Tianming, the eldest grandson who delighted in humiliating Jiang Hao.

Seeing this, Su Tianming’s eyes reddened with jealousy, and he mocked bitterly,

“Jiang Hao, your reputation as a kept man is known throughout the city. Why bother renting a modified car just to save face?”

“After all, even renting a modified supercar isn’t cheap. Your wife only earns so much a month—at least show some concern for her!”

His words made everyone suddenly realize the situation, their faces soon filled with disdain.

Before, Jiang Hao had always silently endured Su Tianming’s insults to spare Su Qingli embarrassment.

But now, having resolved to settle scores, he no longer tolerated it. He retorted with a cold sneer,

“If you’re jealous, you can go find a rich woman to support you.”

“But I doubt you’ll ever succeed!”

“Because you’re just too ugly!”

Appearance had always been Su Tianming’s sore spot.

Jiang Hao’s words were a direct slap in the face.

How could he endure it?

“You bastard! How dare you mock me—you’re asking for trouble!”

Furious, Su Tianming ordered the others,

“You two, throw him out! Trash like him has no place at this banquet!”

“Get lost—out of my sight!”

Seeing that they were about to act, Su Qingli, who had been stiff with anger at Jiang Hao, finally came to her senses and quickly spoke in a cold voice, “What are you doing? Today is Grandma’s birthday banquet, and Grandma has made it clear—all family members must attend.”

“If you act like this now, are you defying Grandma’s orders?”

Hearing her invoke the old lady, even the arrogant Su Tianming hesitated, gritting his teeth and snorting coldly, “Pretty boy, all you can do is hide behind a woman.”

“I’ll let you off this time, but soon enough, I’ll make you regret it!”

“Get lost! You filthy trash!”