Andrew’s mind flashed with a sudden realization, and his face darkened abruptly. He exclaid in shock, "Could it be..."
You’en didn’t need Andrew’s response. He curtly said, "It seems you’ve already guessed."
"It’s actually them..."
Andrew took a sharp breath, utterly surprised that You’en would even have dealings with them. But what left him even more astonished was that soone could actually manipulate You’en.
"Do you know Professor Qiao?"
"No."
You’en wasn’t lying; the one he knew was Li Hanzhou.
But when Andrew heard this, it sounded like an evasive answer. His mind imdiately started working.
If they were acquainted, then a lot of things could be resolved easily.
With that thought, he softened his tone and said, "You’en, no matter what, you are part of the Andrew Family. We are connected by blood and cannot be separated. Now that the family is in crisis, you can’t just walk away. I’ve never asked anything of you; consider this owing you one."
His intent was to persuade You’en to negotiate with Pei Ya.
"I’ve already said, I won’t get involved."
You’en kindly advised him, "You might as well take advantage of the fact that they haven’t gone to extres yet and transfer your assets early. When Nolan causes you more trouble next ti, you won’t have to worry as much."
Andrew was left speechless, even finding You’en’s words to have rit.
Nolan had caused trouble before, and each ti Andrew had been able to resolve it effortlessly. However, this ti they had kicked a steel wall. And judging by the situation, Nolan still hadn’t realized the gravity of their mistake.
"If there’s nothing else, I’m hanging up."
Andrew had just opened his mouth when the call was cut off.
"..."
Furious, Andrew cursed and then smashed his phone.
Still, no matter how angry he got, he had to think of a way to resolve the family crisis.
...
"Is it really okay to be this heartless to your father?"
Li Hanzhou’s tone carried half a hint of mockery as he glanced at You’en, who sat across from him, his golden hair and blue eyes striking.
At the mont, they were sitting in a high-end café. The warm winter sunlight stread through the glass windows, casting a glow on Li Hanzhou’s sharp and handso features. He reclined lazily in his seat, one arm draped casually over the back of the chair where Qiao Yun quietly and intently nibbled on an exquisite small cake.
The scene was warm and harmonious.
You’en squinted slightly, feeling utterly uncomfortable with this cozy atmosphere. He instinctively reached for his cigarette pack from his pocket but then recalled that smoking wasn’t suitable in this setting and lowered his hand again. His tone was cold as he responded to Li Hanzhou’s remark.
"I think it’s fine. But you..."
You’en’s gaze landed on Qiao Yun.
The girl had fair skin, delicate features, and a pair of clear, innocent eyes. She appeared every inch a well-behaved "good girl." If she hadn’t revealed her true identity, no one in their lifeti would’ve ever expected that soone so harmless-looking was actually the infamous Professor Qiao of legend.
You’en withdrew his gaze and gave Li Hanzhou a look that clearly said, *"Even this, you could go for? Don’t you feel guilty at all?"*
Li Hanzhou raised an eyebrow and drawled lazily, "What can I do? I love her to death. Naturally, I had to act quickly."
You’en: "..."
This was truly a revelation. The usually ruthless Master Li, who killed without hesitation, had actually uttered such words.
Qiao Yun lifted her head and nodded in agreent. "Mhm, he loves very much."
You’en: "..."
Were they feeding him dog food?
As a single person, You’en felt like he had suffered a ten-thousand-point critical emotional hit. Refusing to endure further damage, he wisely shifted the topic: "To push my father this far, this person is truly impressive. I’m sowhat intrigued. How about arranging a eting so I can get to know them soti?"
Then he saw Professor Qiao looking at him approvingly, with a glimr of admiration in her eyes. "You’re pretty good."
You’en: ???
Li Hanzhou let out a low laugh and said, "She likes it when people complint her associates."
You’en silently clicked his tongue. No wonder the people from Tianqi Research Institute were known for fiercely protecting their own. It was no surprise the Andrew Family had been so thoroughly targeted this ti. Suddenly thinking of sothing, he turned to Li Hanzhou and asked, "If it weren’t for the fact that we know each other, would I be scrambling to stave off bankruptcy right about now?"
Li Hanzhou shrugged. "Maybe."
You’en quietly felt relieved. At least he hadn’t been caught in the crossfire.
Qiao Yun said seriously, "We would never be that unreasonable."
Li Hanzhou coaxed her, "I know. You’re the most fair and discerning of all."
"Mhm."
Qiao Yun nodded solemnly.
Li Hanzhou stroked Qiao Yun’s hair affectionately, his voice gentle. "Good girl."
You’en: "..."
Thank you. Could soone please just put him out of his misery?
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