Yan Yuan's ability to become the mayor's secretary in his early twenties demonstrates his exceptional capabilities. His methods and cunning are beyond the reach of ordinary people.
However, he was unwilling to use these methods and schemes on his own younger brother.
Ultimately, his decision to tell his parents about his brother's affair with Tong Xiaohuai was entirely for his brother's benefit.
Yan Bo turned around and stood still.
"Brother, I think I made myself perfectly clear last time. If you can break up with your assistant, I will reconsider my relationship with Xiao Huai."
Now that Yan Yuan has made things clear, there's no need for him to pretend to be stupid.
His words were not meant to blackmail Yan Yuan, nor did he truly intend to break up with Tong Xiaohuai.
Instead, he knew perfectly well that his older brother and his assistant were as strong as a category 8 typhoon.
The men of the Yan family are all devoted lovers; once they fall in love, there is no room for change or transformation.
From his father Yan Zhong, to his elder brother Yan Yuan, and then to himself.
Yan Yuan frowned even more deeply. "Xiao Bo, my relationship with her is different from yours with Xiao Huai. At most, she comes from a poor background, but Xiao Huai..."
Yan Yuan had a good impression of Tong Xiaohuai; in fact, one could say he quite liked her.
If it weren't for her underworld background, he would have sided with his brother no matter what.
"Brother, I know I'm aware of this, and I know you can't accept it. But I can never separate from her. If you insist on ruining things, I can only deal with whatever comes my way."
He had foreseen these circumstances and obstacles from the moment he decided to pursue Tong Xiaohuai, and thus, having been fully prepared, his attitude was very firm and resolute.
Yan Yuan held the wine and looked at him for a while longer, then finally sighed.
"Xiao Bo, you'll regret this sooner or later."
"No, I can't!" Yan Bo replied without hesitation.
Yan Yuan gave him another deep look, said nothing more, and walked away with the wine in his hand.
After that, Yan Yuan, Yan Bo, and the Yan Zhong couple were all busy entertaining guests. From evening until night, the family members did not exchange any more information about Yan Bo's love life or whereabouts.
The family got along peacefully throughout the night, and when they occasionally bumped into each other, they would happily entertain the guests together.
After the banquet, Yan's mother naturally instructed Yan Bo to take Tao Jia home.
Yan Bo did not refuse and readily agreed.
"How was my day? I did pretty well, didn't I?"
In the car, Tao Jia looked smug and proud, and Yan Bo gave her a thumbs up.
"Amazing! I'm sure my mom has been completely bewitched by Miss Tao Jiajia!"
"Oh?" Tao Jia leaned closer to examine his profile. "Did Miss Tao Jiajia get Miss Yan drunk?"
Yan Bo glanced at her sideways. "What do you think?"
Tao Jia obediently sat back in her seat. "There's definitely no way. You know my character better than anyone. With your cunning nature, it's no wonder you wouldn't be bewitched by me."
Yan Bo chuckled, "It seems that not only do I know your character well, but you also know me very well!"
Tao Jia snorted, "Of course, so you're right. In our eyes, the other person is too real, leaving no room for beauty or imagination."
Yan Bo curled his lips into a smile and stared straight ahead at the road.
After a while, Tao Jia came over again and asked gossipily, "Hey, when are you going to introduce me to your girlfriend? I'm really curious, what kind of three-headed, six-armed monster is she that could bewitch Young Master Yan?"
Yan Bo smiled without saying a word.
Tao Jia, undeterred, continued to pester, "Hey, since I helped you today, how about introducing us?"
Yan Bo readily agreed, "Sure, whenever you come to L City, I'll introduce you two."
Tao Jia was overjoyed to receive his promise and took out her phone to check the calendar and schedule. "Yan Bo, you promised this yourself, so you can't go back on your word!"
Yan Bo nodded. "Of course, but you have to promise me first that you won't talk nonsense in front of her."
Tao Jia pouted, "Tch, who said he was perfect? Now they're begging me not to talk nonsense?"
Yan Bo sighed, "You really are naive. I don't care what bad things you say about me. Say whatever you want, she won't believe you. What I mean is, my parents are trying to set me up with you, so please don't spread rumors."
Yan Bo remembered that he had never seen Tong Xiaohuai jealous, but not seeing her jealous did not mean that she would not be jealous.
Of course, a little jealousy can be beneficial to the healthy development of a relationship.
But the vinegar concentration is too high; it could drown the little sapling of love in no time.
Tao Jia was simply curious about what his girlfriend looked like and what her personality was like, that she could tame Young Master Yan.
She has absolutely no interest in ruining other people's relationships.
"Okay, okay, I promise I won't tell. I'm not stupid, I wouldn't say something like that."
Only after receiving Tao Jia's assurance did Yan Bo truly feel at ease.
Because, although Tao Jia isn't stupid, she can be quite carefree at times. If she were to say something to Tong Xiaohuai, Tong Xiaohuai might overthink it.
"Then see which weekend you're free, call me before you come, and I'll pick you up with her."
Tao Jia tilted her head and looked at him, "Look at you, are you coming to pick me up with her too?"
“Of course, you are a VIP. It would be more sincere if we went to pick you up together,” Yan Bo replied seriously.
"Forget it, I still have some self-awareness. I'm not the VIP. You're just worried your girlfriend will be jealous. Although I've never been in a relationship, I know how to avoid that kind of jealousy."
And so, on the way back, the two of them set a date for Tao Jia to go to L City. They chatted and laughed as usual, and the atmosphere was very good.
After Yan Bo dropped Tao Jia off at Building 8 in the North District, he went straight home without going anywhere else.
Yan Zhong, Yan Ma, and Yan Yuan remained at the banquet to see the guests off. They hadn't returned by the time Yan Bo finished his shower.
Yan Bo then retreated to his bedroom and called Tong Xiaohuai.
The phone was answered after two rings, and Tong Xiaohuai's clear voice came through the receiver.
"Yan Bo? How was it? Was the banquet lively?"
"Yes, it's very lively. It's a pity you're not here, otherwise I could introduce you to many people."
Yan Bo knew very well that even if he brought Tong Xiaohuai back, no one would dare to give her a hard time. However, his parents would probably be quite displeased.
However, in front of the guests, her parents, older brother, and older sister will certainly be polite to Tong Xiaohuai, but they will still object to what they should object to.
"Next time, I'm too shy to handle such a big scene. I'm sorry, I can't go back with you."
It was very quiet on Tong Xiaohuai's end; it seemed she was taking the call at home.
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