ALL NOVEL Chapter 53: I'm Reporting This
Chapter 53: I’m Reporting This
After taking his seat, Chu Hanting was surprised to find the Su family sitting next to him.
Seeing Chu Hanting, Father Su immediately put on a smile. “Nephew, are you interested in piano too?”
When Chu Hanting had investigated Su Mu, he’d also learned about the Su family situation.
He knew how they’d treated Su Mu poorly after taking in Su Ning.
So in response to Father Su’s greeting, Chu Hanting merely made a sound through his nose, “Hmm.”
Father Su wasn’t bothered by Chu Hanting’s cold demeanor – everyone knew CEO Chu was equally cold to everyone.
Even when negotiating deals worth hundreds of millions, he maintained that stern face without batting an eye. Almost no one had seen him smile.
So Father Su didn’t take Chu Hanting’s attitude as deliberately targeting or snubbing him.
After all, he himself acted arrogantly toward those of lower status than the Su family.
That’s how high society worked – respect wasn’t determined by age but by power. Those at the top always maintained a cold demeanor.
So Father Su continued with his fawning smile, “Nephew Hanting, Su Mu is in this competition too. Are you here to see him?”
Chu Hanting frowned slightly.
He was displeased with Father Su’s familiar form of address.
But Father Su misinterpreted the frown as displeasure at mentioning Su Mu.
Everyone in upper circles knew this cold Buddha had never had any companions, male or female.
The arranged marriage was probably forced by Old Master Chu. How could he possibly be interested in someone like Su Mu, who was good for nothing except playing piano, and was wild and rebellious.
Disrespectful to elders, intensely jealous, disobedient – how could someone like that catch Chu Hanting’s eye?
“Esteemed Nephew Hanting, I know this situation with Su Mu isn’t what you wanted. If you’re unsatisfied with him, don’t worry – I’ll definitely have someone bring him home for proper education.”
Chu Hanting’s frown deepened, his expression growing dangerously dark.
As Father Su wondered what he’d said wrong, Chu Hanting gave him a sideways glare filled with warning and pressure, his voice low:
“Call me CEO Chu. We’re not that close.”
Father Su was stunned. “Ah?”
But under Chu Hanting’s threatening gaze, Father Su yielded: “Then… CEO Chu?”
Father Su laughed awkwardly.
Wasn’t this just rushing to distance himself from the Su family?
Then he heard Chu Hanting say, “Yes, Su Ji and my grandfather were close, but you, Su Yuanshan, are nothing like Su Ji who fought alongside my grandfather and founded Su Corporation.”
“That hundred million wasn’t payment for Su Mu. It was assistance given only because my grandfather remembered his friendship with Old Mr. Su Ji. After this, the Su family’s favors from the Chu family are used up.”
“Your matters, Su Yuanshan, will no longer concern the Chu Corporation.”
These words severed the connection between the Chu and Su families.
When Su Yuanshan had received the hundred million from Chu Corporation, Old Master Chu had already said this.
But he hadn’t expected Chu Hanting to be so cold that he wouldn’t even let him use the familiar address of “nephew.”
Calling him “CEO Chu” put Su Yuanshan on the same level as everyone else. How could he maintain close ties with the Chu family now?
In Beijing, Chu Hanting was at the top. How many people looked up to Su Yuanshan just because of his slight connection to Chu Hanting?
Because of his father’s relationship with Old Master Chu, he used to call the younger Chu Hanting “Nephew Hanting.” Why was this suddenly forbidden?
It must be that Su Mu had angered him, affecting Su Yuanshan by association.
Father Su continued stirring the pot: “Ha… CEO Chu. Su Mu is indeed quite unruly. Feel free to discipline him as you see fit. We have no objections.”
“Discipline?”
“Punish?”
Chu Hanting gave a cold laugh, his voice freezing: “I’m curious – is he a son you raised with such care? What right do you have to let others abuse him?”
Su Yuanshan couldn’t read Chu Hanting’s thoughts. Was he defending Su Mu?
Could he actually have feelings for Su Mu?
No wonder he came here today!
It seemed even this cold-blooded god had been bewitched by that fox spirit. Indeed, Su Mu’s face was beautiful, surpassing many celebrities.
So even the legendary celibate killing god couldn’t resist beauty.
Su Mu had some skill – Beijing had no shortage of socialites, but none could tame Chu Hanting. What devil’s luck did he have!
This wouldn’t do! Su Mu was already disobedient, not answering calls or messages, blocking them on WeChat, running wild these past few days doing who knows what.
He’d investigated Su Mu’s bank card transactions, only to learn the card had never been used.
This clearly showed his intention to cut ties with the Su family and escape their control.
He wouldn’t allow it!
Su Mu had to return to serve the Su family’s interests.
He couldn’t let him gain Chu Hanting’s support.
Soon, he would make Chu Hanting see Su Mu’s true nature.
Father Su fell silent, quietly waiting for the competition to begin.
Meanwhile, Chu Hanting made a mental note to have Yang Hua investigate whether Su Yuanshan had regularly abused Su Mu before.
Almost an hour into the competition, Chu Hanting was bored watching the other performances, only interested in seeing his boy.
Finally, Su Mu appeared on stage.
Chu Hanting’s typically expressionless face lit up with a smile.
He had heard Su Mu play twice before. Each time, it had captivated him despite his usual disinterest in music, showing Su Mu’s true skill.
Technical prowess was one thing, but the ability to stir emotions was even more impressive.
The previous contestants played well but failed to resonate with him.
Like a passing wind – the sound echoes then disperses, leaving nothing memorable, nothing to recall later.
But Su Mu was different. He could still remember the melodies he played.
Even while listening, his music created vivid imagery – something that didn’t always happen even with world-class pianists.
Both times he’d heard Su Mu play had been like this.
It proved Su Mu’s natural talent and mastery. He believed Su Mu would become a world-renowned pianist someday.
He watched the young man confidently introducing himself on stage, his expression bright, radiating self-assurance backed by real ability.
Chu Hanting’s smile hadn’t faded since Su Mu took the stage.
Meanwhile, Su’s parents exchanged malicious glances when Su Mu appeared, nodding in silent agreement.
Had Father Su seen Chu Hanting’s current expression, he might have reconsidered his next actions.
Unfortunately, his attention was fixed entirely on Su Mu, missing Chu Hanting’s fond smile.
Soon, Chu Hanting’s smile vanished.
Because beside him, Father Su suddenly shouted out before Su Mu could begin playing, disrupting the competition.
“I’m reporting this! I’m reporting that Su Mu cheated in the preliminaries!”