The next morning, Ye Chen woke up to find the room empty, with only a faint fragrance remaining.

A dangerous smile crept onto his lips. Yesterday, considering it was her first time, he only asked for three times, but he didn't expect her to still have the energy to sneak away.

"Hmph, just you wait! If I ever make you get out of bed, I'll change my surname from Ye."

He made a silent vow to himself, then got up, dressed, and went outside.

Guided by his servants, he arrived at the restaurant, where Li Muyue was already sitting at the table waiting for him.

"Good morning, Mu Yue. Why didn't you rest a little longer? Why are you up so early?" Ye Chen smiled and greeted her with a grin.

Li Muyue blushed, rolled her beautiful eyes at him, and said, "Hurry up and eat breakfast. I'll take you to the Forbidden City later."

Ye Chen smiled slightly and sat down at the dining table to have breakfast.

After finishing breakfast, Ye Chen took the napkin handed to him by a servant, wiped his mouth, and said with a smile, "I'm finished eating, let's go."

Li Muyue frowned slightly, supported herself on the table with both hands, and slowly stood up, her movements not as nimble as usual.

Seeing this, Ye Chen understood that the woman was probably still recovering from her injuries from last night and was just putting on a brave face.

He was secretly pleased with himself, but said aloud, "Mu Yue, what's wrong with you? Are you feeling unwell?"

Li Muyue glanced at the servants in the restaurant, secretly glared at him, and said, "It's nothing, I just twisted my ankle this morning."

"A stubborn woman."

Ye Chen thought to himself, and said meaningfully, "Why don't you go back and rest? You should rest more when you're injured, don't push yourself."

Li Muyue understood his meaning, her pretty face flushed, she glared at him irritably, and then frowned slightly.

It's really not appropriate to go out looking like this; otherwise, it would be too embarrassing if people recognized me.

So, he could only say helplessly, "This sprained ankle is really bad timing. I'll have Uncle Qi take you to the Forbidden City."

Ye Chen said, "You should rest well. I will come to see you after I finish meeting with the leaders."

After saying that, he left.

Outside the Li family's gate, Uncle Qi, having received the news, had already prepared his car.

Upon seeing Ye Chen emerge, he quickly said, "Young Master, please get in the car."

"Thank you for your trouble, Uncle Qi." Ye Chen smiled and nodded, then got into the car.

Upon arriving at the Forbidden City, perhaps due to prior notice, the Rolls-Royce drove straight in and stopped in front of an ancient courtyard.

"Young Master, this is all I can do for you. Someone from the Internal Affairs Department will escort you inside," Uncle Qi said, bowing as he helped Ye Chen down.

As they were talking, a woman in military uniform, with a graceful and upright figure, walked out of the door.

"Wang Yuxi, what are you doing here?"

"Oh, I almost forgot, you're from the Ministry of Internal Affairs."

Ye Chen was somewhat surprised to see Wang Yuxi and asked, then realized that it was normal for her to be here since she was from the Internal Affairs Department.

Wang Yuxi remained expressionless, just as she had when they first met. She walked up to Ye Cheng, saluted, and said, "Mr. Ye, please follow me."

After saying that, he turned around and walked into the courtyard.

Ye Chen took two steps forward and followed behind her, saying in a low voice, "Yu Xi, we're already acquaintances, there's no need to be so polite."

Wang Yuxi did not answer, but continued to lead the way. When they passed through a corridor, there was no one around.

She glared at Ye Chen and said coldly, "Mind your manners. Be serious here and don't speak loudly."

"I... okay, okay, I'll listen to you," Ye Chen said in a low voice with a soft laugh.

Wang Yuxi continued walking, her expression shifting slightly, and casually asked, "I heard you and Li Muyue are getting married the day after tomorrow?"

Ye Chen raised an eyebrow, surprised, "The news spread so fast? Even you know about it."

Wang Yuxi raised her fair chin and snorted coldly, "Don't underestimate me. Every move in Kyoto can't escape the eyes of our Ministry of Internal Affairs."

"Moreover, the Li family has already begun preparations. If we are still unaware of this, then it is our dereliction of duty."

"You absolutely must come the day after tomorrow!" Ye Chen casually invited.

"Of course, I would go even if you didn't invite me."

"Attending as a relative or friend of the woman."

The two chatted as they went, and soon arrived at the end of the corridor.

The figures of bodyguards on duty reappeared around him, and Wang Yuxi resumed his expressionless demeanor, no longer speaking.

Soon they arrived at a large mahogany hall. Wang Yuxi solemnly gestured for them to enter and said, "The leaders are already waiting for you inside."

Ye Chen nodded, pushed open the door and entered, only to see five imposing old men sitting at a round table.

Upon seeing him enter, the five people who were talking all turned to look at Ye Chen.

Ye Chen felt a chill run down his spine. These gazes were filled with authority and oppression, making him feel as if he could not breathe for a moment.

"This must be the aura of someone who's been in a position of power for a long time," Ye Chen thought to himself. Although he had seen it in many people, none of them had impressed him as much as he had this time.

However, his body was also extraordinary after being enhanced, and he adapted in less than a second.

Ye Chen smiled slightly, bowed to the five people with a calm expression, and said, "I'm sorry to have troubled you leaders to wait for so long."

The top leader laughed and said, "Indeed, you are a young talent, Ye Chen. Please take a seat."

As he spoke, he pointed to the seat to his right.

The other four looked at Ye Chen with admiration. A young man who could remain composed in front of the five of them was extremely rare.

Ye Chen glanced at the room's layout and the placement of the tables and chairs, and immediately understood.

The leaders set up a round table, treating him as an equal without distinguishing between primary and secondary figures.

Ye Chen didn't hesitate and sat down next to the top leader.

After sitting down, he glanced at the five people without leaving a trace. He had already met the number one leader, and he quickly recognized the other four as well.

After all, they frequently appear in various media outlets, making it difficult for Ye Chen to forget them.

Although there is no distinction between main and secondary positions at the round table, the position facing the main entrance is the seat of honor by default, and the top leader sits in this position.

To his left sat the second-in-command, and below him was an elderly man in military uniform with sharp eyes—the Chief of the General Staff of the army.

To Ye Chen's right sat an elderly man with a refined demeanor. If Ye Chen remembered correctly, this was the fourth leader.

Further to the right is a stern-faced, upright elderly man, ranked fifth, who is the highest-ranking official in the judicial field.

These five people form the highest governing team of China, and their will can represent the will of the entire country!

The fact that all five of them have gathered to meet Ye Chen shows how much they value him!