Chen Yuqi fell silent, her fair fingers unconsciously curling up, the tips turning slightly white.

Involuntarily, Qin Yang's cold and stern face, which always brought her a sense of inexplicable peace in times of crisis, appeared in her mind.

I remember him at the Chen Family Manor, when the lights went out and he said, "I'm here, don't be afraid."

I recall the huge sum of money he injected without hesitation to stabilize the stock price of the Chen Group.

I recall his domineering and domineering attitude when facing the elders of the Ye family.

I also recall his nonchalant words, "I'll be right back," before he visited the Ye family.

Reason told her that her elders' concerns were valid, and returning to the capital was the best option.

But deep inside, a voice was crying out.

Trust him, he promised to protect the Chen family!

He always keeps his word!

After a long silence.

Chen Yuqi slowly raised her head, and her initially confused eyes were gradually replaced by a firm expression.

She took a deep breath, met the concerned yet pressured gazes of the elders on the screen, and gently shook her head.

"Third Uncle, Fourth Grandfather, and all the elders..."

Her voice wasn't loud, but it carried an undeniable stubbornness.

Thank you for your concern.

"But I can't leave."

The expressions of the elders on the other side of the screen changed slightly.

"Nonsense!" the refined middle-aged man couldn't help but sternly say, "Yuqi, this is not the time to act impulsively!"

"I know." Chen Yuqi interrupted him, her tone still calm, but even more determined.

“The Ninghai branch is the culmination of my many years of hard work. The Chen family has invested a great deal of resources here, and I cannot abandon it at this time.”

"More importantly..."

She paused, a complex light flashing in her clear eyes—trust, dependence, and even a hint of emotion she herself was unaware of.

"I believe in Qin Yang."

"He promised to protect the Chen family, and I believe he can do it."

"He is not someone who makes promises lightly and then breaks them."

The moment the words fell.

A very soft, yet clearly mocking, sneer rang out from the office doorway.

"Oh……"

That cold laugh, like an icicle, instantly pierced the heavy atmosphere in the office.

Chen Yuqi was startled and turned her head abruptly!

The heavy solid wood door to the office was now open.

A tall, imposing figure leaned against the doorframe, hands in his pockets, expression indifferent, eyes deep and unfathomable.

If it's not Qin Yang, then who is it?

He seemed to have been standing there for a long time, having heard the entire conversation.

Those cold eyes were now fixed on Chen Yuqi's face, carrying a hint of scrutiny and mockery.

"Qin...Qin Yang?!"

Chen Yuqi was both surprised and delighted, and her heart began to beat faster uncontrollably.

She even forgot about the elders on the other side of the screen and subconsciously stood up.

When did you arrive?

She didn't even bother to hang up the video call.

The elders of the Chen family on the other side of the screen had obviously also seen Qin Yang suddenly appear at the door.

Their expressions instantly became incredibly complex, a mixture of shock, apprehension, and a touch of embarrassment.

They were just advising Chen Yuqi to stay away from this jinx, but unexpectedly, the real culprit appeared so quietly.

Qin Yang did not answer Chen Yuqi's question, nor did he even glance at the screen.

His gaze remained fixed on Chen Yuqi's face, a faint smile playing on his lips.

"It seems you have more confidence in me than your elders do."

His voice wasn't loud, but it had a unique magnetic quality that made Chen Yuqi's cheeks blush slightly.

He actually heard that firm statement.

"I..." Chen Yuqi was momentarily speechless, but her mind was quickly occupied by something more important.

Ignoring her shyness and the fact that she was still on the phone with her elder, she strode up to Qin Yang, tilted her pretty face up, and asked eagerly:

"Qin Yang! How are things going with the Ye family?"

"Did you encounter any danger when you went to the Ye family? What about Ye Wentian and the others...?"

Her clear eyes were filled with worry and tension.

Although she said she believed in Qin Yang, the strength of the Ye family was undeniable, especially that legendary ancestor. How could she not be worried at all?

Qin Yang looked at her anxious appearance, but his eyes remained indifferent and unmoved.

It was as if what they had just experienced was not a life-or-death battle that could overturn the landscape of Ninghai, but just an insignificant stroll.

He parted his thin lips slightly and uttered a few words.

"The problem has been resolved."

His tone was so flat, as if he were just saying the weather was nice today.

Is it resolved?

Just like that, so casually?

That's the Ye family! It's Ye Wentian! It's that possible Great Sage-level ancestor!

Chen Yuqi was slightly taken aback, somewhat incredulous.

What does it mean to have it resolved?

Were they driven back? Or...?

She wanted to ask for more details.

Qin Yang had already straightened up and was no longer looking at her.

"I have other things to do."

Before he could finish speaking...

His figure was like a ghost, leaving a faint afterimage in place before disappearing at the end of the corridor.

They come without a trace and go without a trace.

All that was left was a bewildered and confused Chen Yuqi, and the Chen family elders, who were equally stunned during the video call.

"The...is it resolved?"

Chen Yuqi muttered to herself, still somewhat dazed.

Qin Yang's answer was too concise and too calm, making it impossible for her to immediately discern the breathtaking process and outcome that those three words represented.

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