Chapter 487 The First Step in Choosing a Son-in-Law: Love at First Sight
Qingcheng, the Shen family mansion.
Wen Youyou hung up the phone and rushed into Chen Li's room like a cannonball.
Without saying a word, she took Shen Li's suitcase from the wardrobe, opened it with a "bang," and started stuffing things inside.
Shen Xin rarely comes home, and as soon as she got to the second floor, she heard Xiao Hei Niu's signature loud voice.
He stopped in his tracks.
He hadn't seen her for two days, and he wondered how she was doing.
Inside the room, Wen Youyou's excitement was so intense it felt like she was about to lift the roof off.
"Sister Pear, hurry up! We're flying to Sunshine City first thing tomorrow morning!"
"Sister Xiaoya is choosing a husband! I heard that all the top single handsome men in the entire Southern Gang are going. We have to go and help Sister Xiaoya make some choices!"
Shen Li leaned against the door frame, her arms lazily crossed over her chest, and casually uttered a sentence.
"When Xiaoya is choosing a husband, it seems like you're even more obsessed than she is."
"Can't you not get a headache?"
Wen Youyou retorted confidently, "I heard that Yang Yi went too, and he's on the shortlist. Don't you really want to see him?"
Shen Li's body stiffened for a moment.
Her nonchalant expression vanished instantly, and she walked over and pushed Wen Youyou away.
"Get out of my way, I can do it myself."
She opened the wardrobe door, her fingertips brushing against a row of clothes, precisely taking out the few most figure-flattering and sexy dresses one by one.
As Shen Li selected clothes, she asked questions.
"Didn't someone say before that they were going to pursue my brother?"
"Why is everything so quiet? Don't you want to be my sister-in-law anymore?"
Wen Youyou stopped tidying up, her eyes darting around for a moment.
"I haven't finalized my plans yet, and I'm not in the mood to pursue him."
At the doorway, Shen Xin: ...
Ugh, not in the mood.
Wen Youyou added another sentence, tinged with a naive fantasy.
"Besides, what if I happen to fall for one of the young talents from the Southern Gang this time? Then I can ask Sister Nan to give him to me directly, haha!"
Shen Xin's jawline tightened.
"I'm going back to my room to pack my things! I'm going to the world's backyard!"
Wen Youyou rushed out of the room like a gust of wind, her face full of excitement.
Shen Xin, a very tall and imposing figure, stood at the entrance, yet she seemed to have turned on automatic filtering and didn't see him at all.
Shen Xin finally understood the true meaning of the phrase "blind in both eyes and mind".
He followed her and knocked on her door.
"Knock knock".
Wen Youyou was frantically stuffing things into her suitcase when she looked up and saw him at the door, and she froze.
He was dressed in a well-tailored casual outfit that accentuated his broad shoulders and long legs. He leaned against the door, gazing at her with deep eyes.
"Where to?" he asked, his voice cold and clear.
"Let's go to Sunshine City to see Sister Xiaoya." She didn't even look up, stuffing dresses into her clothes one by one.
He stared at her, his tone laced with sarcasm.
"Aren't you afraid of heights? You still dare to fly?"
Wen Youyou was hit where it hurt and suddenly looked up.
"There's always a first time in life! When school starts, I'll still have to take a plane to get to school, so this is called getting used to it in advance and building up my courage!"
Shen Xin scoffed, "You think you have the guts?"
"What's wrong with my courage? I'm incredibly brave! I even dare to kiss you."
After saying that, she went straight up to him and stared intently at him.
"Don't glare at me, or I'll kiss you."
Looking at her imposing little face and staring at her soft red lips, Shen Xin's Adam's apple suddenly bobbed.
Wen Youyou's eyes flickered. "You're not expecting this, are you?"
"Wishful thinking," Shen Xin said coldly before walking out.
He casually pulled his phone out of his pocket, dialed his assistant's number, and asked him to book a plane ticket.
The next day, at the airport.
When Wen Youyou saw Shen Xin dragging a suitcase and appearing with them, her eyes widened.
"You...you're going to Sunshine City too?"
Shen Xin wore sunglasses, his handsome face radiating coldness.
“The Shen family’s rose plantation is over there. I’m going there to inspect the work.”
"oh."
She believed it.
As the plane slowly ascended, Wen Youyou looked at the clouds outside the window, her palms sweating with nervousness, her whole body tense, her eyes tightly closed, and her long eyelashes trembling.
Suddenly, a warm, large hand reached out with irresistible force and gently pressed her head against a broad, sturdy chest.
His clean and refreshing scent instantly enveloped her.
A deep, gentle voice came from above.
"Take a deep breath."
"Don't be afraid, I'm here."
Wen Youyou's heart skipped a beat.
He... he's being so gentle, is he treating her like a younger sister?
She called to him in a soft tone that she herself didn't even realize was in his arms.
"Brother Shen Xin, I'm still scared."
He tightened his arms around her and gently stroked the back of her head.
"I want a kiss to distract you." Wen Youyou looked up and her warm lips landed on his chin.
Shen Xin froze for a moment. Why did she feel like she was being teased?
...
The plane has just landed.
A row of black luxury cars waited patiently in front of the airport, their imposing presence drawing attention.
This was Yang Ting's doing; he came specifically to pick up all the branch presidents of the Southern Gang.
Tonight, everyone will be taken back to the hotel for dinner.
The venue was set in the largest private room at Fanxing, where a grand selection ceremony for a son-in-law by the Southern Gang was about to begin.
Nan Wan and Lu Qinglin both came in person, along with Shen Xin, Shen Li, and Wen Youyou, who were part of the "family support team" and could come over for a meal.
Tang Xiaoya stepped out of the car, wearing a floor-length purple dress that accentuated her shapely figure and slender waist.
She wore only light makeup, and her fair skin glowed with a radiant sheen under the lights, making her look gentle and dignified.
She was starting to regret it; she regretted agreeing to her sister's decision to find a husband within the Southern Gang.
Now, she was a little flustered.
However, everyone is here today, and she can't back out now.
She knew in her heart that she definitely wouldn't be able to go to Haicheng today, and she would never be threatened by Yan Jin.
If he dares to do anything to hurt Xinxin, she will never forgive him in her lifetime.
Night fell.
Inside the private room, Nan Wan, Lu Qinglin, Tang Xiaoya, and others were already seated in the host's seat.
In the Southern School, the selection of a son-in-law has always involved three stages.
The first step is called "love at first sight".
All the men took turns going up to toast Tang Xiaoya.
She drinks whatever catches her eye.
If you don't like anything, just have some tea.
Eliminate those who don't appeal to you in the first round in the most direct way.
The second round is a physical fight; those who are too weak are eliminated immediately.
The third round is dating and getting to know each other. If it doesn't feel good, you're out.
Finally, they chose their favorite, exchanged tokens of love, and got engaged under the witness of Nan Wan.
So tonight is the first round of meet-and-greet.
One by one, the talented young people took their seats according to their assigned numbers and entered the private rooms.
The first one to come in was Wen Yifan.
The moment he appeared, his innate aura of authority instantly dominated the entire room.
With his aloof appearance and deep-set eyes, he simply walked in and immediately drew everyone's attention.
"Brother is so handsome! Go brother!"
Wen Youyou excitedly waved her little fists, her eyes sparkling.
Wen Yifan curled his lips into a smile, his every move exuding that damnably charming mature masculine allure.
A moment later, another familiar handsome face appeared at the door.
It's Yang Yi.
He wore a well-pressed black shirt, his posture was as upright as a pine tree, and he looked more masculine and composed than he had three years ago.
His cold and aloof expression became even more pronounced, and his jawline was sharp and defined, giving off an aura of unapproachability.
Shen Li's gaze instantly fell on him, and she couldn't look away.
But he was indifferent as if he didn't know her at all, his gaze never lingering on her.
Another one walked in... All the branch presidents who entered the private room couldn't help but glance at Tang Xiaoya.
The second young lady is really beautiful.
As everyone knows, she was a very popular star before she retired from the entertainment industry.
Whoever marries the second young lady of the Southern Gang will truly rise to the top in one step and ascend to great heights.
When Lu Qinglin saw Yang Yi, his eyes flickered.
This kid, even after being pursued by Lili for months, remained completely unfazed.
This man is either physically incapacitated, or he's still thinking about his wife.
No, I have to get him drunk tonight and make him look bad.
There are a total of twelve qualified presidents, and eleven of them are present today.
Soon, the first round officially began.
Nan Wan spoke first, welcoming everyone's arrival, and then introduced Tang Xiaoya's current identity and strength, as some of the branch presidents were meeting Tang Xiaoya for the first time.
As soon as he finished speaking, the toasting ceremony began.
Wen Yifan, as the most prominent branch president within the Southern Gang, was the first to step forward.
He walked up to Tang Xiaoya, his voice low.
"Xiaoya, I hope you will give me a chance."
Tang Xiaoya smiled, with a hint of familiar helplessness.
"Brother Yifan, why are you joining in the fun?"
As she spoke, she reached for the teacup beside her.
Wen Yifan, however, acted first and grabbed her hand.
His palm was warm and strong, leaving no room for refusal.
"Tonight, you can only drink alcohol."
Tang Xiaoya was stunned.
He added another sentence, his tone carrying an undeniable forcefulness.
"Don't embarrass me, I have to save it for last."
No matter what, he is currently the third-in-command of the Southern Gang.
Tang Xiaoya pondered for a moment, then said, "Okay."
She picked up her wine glass and took a small sip.
"Miss Tang, I toast you." Yang Yi stepped forward, his voice cold.
Tang Xiaoya subconsciously reached for the teacup again.
"This glass of wine is drinkable."
Nan Wan suddenly spoke, her tone calm yet commanding.
Yang Yi is currently the fourth leader of the Southern Gang. He is top-notch in both appearance and skills. If he could become Xiaoya's brother-in-law, he would definitely be a great help to her in the future.
Because her future position will definitely be reserved for Xiaoya.
Tang Xiaoya had no choice but to obey her sister's wishes, pick up the wine glass, and drink it.
"Thank you, Miss Tang," Yang Yi said politely and returned to his room.
Shen Li's face darkened, and her fingers holding the wine glass tightened slightly.
The third one is the branch president of Yuncheng, a man named Meng Jin.
He wore a pair of gold-rimmed glasses and looked gentle and refined, exuding the air of a suave villain, but those in the industry knew that he was a ruthless character.
"Miss Tang, I toast you."
"Wow, so handsome!" Wen Youyou suddenly exclaimed from the side, "Sister Xiaoya, let's drink! Let's drink!"
Shen Xin glanced at her, her eyes saying: Handsome? What kind of look is that?
Tang Xiaoya looked at Meng Jin and saw that he was indeed a handsome man with an outstanding temperament.
So she picked up her wine glass.
Finally, all eleven presidents had finished their toasts.
Six remained, and five were eliminated.
Just then.
"Sorry I'm late." A very magnetic male voice rang out from the doorway.
Everyone looked in the direction of the sound.
Yan Jin, dressed in a perfectly tailored haute couture suit, walked in with impeccable style.
He was tall and slender with broad shoulders and a narrow waist, and every step he took was steady and powerful.
His face was so handsome it was almost aggressive, with high brow bones, a straight nose, and thin lips that conveyed a natural coldness and aloofness.
Nan Wan's face instantly turned cold.
"Yan Jin, today is a grand gathering for our Southern Gang, and no one is allowed to disrupt it."
"Miss Nan, you've misunderstood."
Yan Jin smiled faintly and took out a black jade pendant from her suit pocket.
On the jade plaque is a flamboyant "South" character, with the number "23" engraved below it.
He showed the jade pendant to everyone, and its sound clearly resonated throughout the entire private room.
"Hurricane Branch President, Yan Jin."
"I have come to attend Miss Tang's grand event of choosing a husband."
"I am unmarried and single, and fully qualified."
The entire audience erupted in uproar.
Everyone was stunned.
Tang Xiaoya felt a sharp thud between her eyebrows and her palms became sweaty.
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