"President, is there something urgent that you called me here so urgently?"
Lan Jingyan said she wanted to come and inspect the mall herself tonight, and told Xie Xun to go home first. But now she wants him to come over immediately. I wonder what's going on.
"Prepare gifts and make a trip to the Yan family."
Lan Jingyan spoke in a cold tone, his gaze fixed on the distance, making it impossible to discern his thoughts.
"Alright, but is there something urgent that brings you to the Yan family so late at night?"
Xie Xun was puzzled. He would avoid going unless absolutely necessary, because he didn't want to see Yan Yinran.
Besides, it's this late, what would we do at the Yan family's place? Go see the Third Young Master?
"break off an engagement."
Lan Jingyan uttered two words calmly, her gaze still fixed on the distance.
"The engagement is called off? So suddenly?"
Xie Xun knew he had been putting up with Yan Yinran for a long time, so why was he rushing over so late at night? Yan Yinran must have crossed his line?
Looking at Lan Jingyan's serious expression, there was no hint of joking.
"President, isn't it inappropriate to come so late to annul the engagement?"
Xie Xun, as his childhood friend, still wholeheartedly supported him, but... it was already 8:30...
"Is there a specific timeframe for annuling an engagement? Do I need to choose an auspicious day before I do it?"
Lan Jingyan wasn't angry. He was determined to call off the wedding tonight, no matter what time it was; he couldn't stand it any longer.
"No, President, that's not what I meant. It's just that this marriage was arranged by the elders of both families. Although the old man won't interfere with your decision, you should still think about him. Going back on your word like this won't sound good... it will give people something to talk about. What will the old man of the Yan family and the rest of the Yan family think then?"
Xie Xun still wanted to persuade them, since the two families were on good terms, and it wouldn't be good if this matter caused a rift between them.
"Even the old man doesn't interfere in my affairs, so why do you want to? How about we have the old man take you in as his grandson, and you fulfill this marriage agreement?"
Although it was said in a teasing tone, it still scared Xie Xun quite a bit. "Forget it then, you should just call off the engagement."
Lan Jingyan didn't speak again, quietly gazing into the distance. Yes, their Lan family and the Yan family were not only old friends, but their grandfathers were also comrades-in-arms who had fought side by side.
But he will only marry according to his own wishes.
"Let's go, get in the car."
Xie Xun happily got into the car. He knew that no one could change Lan Jingyan's decision, and saying more would be pointless and a waste of breath.
On the other side
Yan Youting and Li Shuwen had just arrived home and, seeing that their two daughters hadn't returned, sat down in the living room to drink tea.
At that moment, Lan Jingyan's car stopped at the door. Uncle Hao took one look and thought, "Isn't this Young Master Lan's car? Is he here to see the Third Young Master or Miss Ranran so late at night?"
"Young Master Lan? Please wait a moment, Young Master Lan, while I go in and inform your wife."
Uncle Hao treated Lan Jingyan with utmost respect, after all, the two families were old friends, he was on good terms with Yan Yuze, and he was also engaged to Yan Yinran.
Lan Jingyan possesses a powerful aura, exuding an aloof and kingly presence.
Lan Jingyan nodded in acknowledgment.
Uncle Hao didn't dare to delay and quickly went to the hall.
"Sir, Madam, Young Master Lan is here!"
Yan Youting and Li Shuwen were taken aback. Lan Jingyan? They were quite surprised...
When Mr. Lan comes to visit, he usually invites Lan Jingyan to come along, but he avoids coming if he can.
Everyone knows that he and the Third Young Master Yan Yuze are good brothers, but why did he come here so late at night?
Whatever the reason, let them in first.
"Uncle Hao, please invite Young Master Lan in."
Upon receiving the order, Uncle Hao immediately went out to welcome Lan Jingyan inside.
Xie Xun followed behind Lan Jingyan, carrying some gifts, which he then handed to the Yan family servants.
"Uncle, Aunt, it's been a long time."
Lan Jingyan was used to being taciturn, and his personality was naturally aloof. Moreover, he had come tonight to annul the engagement...
"Jingyan, come, come, sit here."
Yan Youting waved and greeted them.
"Ah Xiu, quickly prepare some juice and fruit platter for Young Master Lan."
"Jingyan, you and Lao San are good brothers. When you come to the Yan family, treat it like you're at home. Why did you bring so many things? It's too formal."
Li Shuwen looked at Lan Jingyan with a warm smile.
As everyone knows, Lan Jingyan doesn't seem to like this engagement very much, and he also intentionally avoids contacting Yan Yinran alone.
Li Shuwen thought that Lan Jingyan must have come to see Yan Yuze.
"Jingyan, you're here to see Lao San, right? Lao San isn't home, he's away on a business trip."
"Auntie, I didn't come here to see him."
Although Lan Jingyan is aloof, she is very respectful to her elders.
"Oh? What is it about?"
Li Shuwen was very fond of Lan Jingyan in front of her. He was mature and steady, promising at a young age, and his looks and height were among the best in the entire country of Z. He was perfect and impeccable!
Yan Youting pondered Lan Jingyan's purpose in coming.
At this moment, Ahui, who was eavesdropping, quickly informed Yan Yinran.
"Miss Ranran, Young Master Lan is here at home. Please come back quickly."
Oh no, it must be that tonight's events made Yan-ge unhappy with me. Could he have come to our house to complain? Then I definitely can't go back now! I'll wait until he leaves, then I can talk to Mom and Dad and explain things, and that way I can smooth things over…
Yan Yinran, who was almost home, made the driver turn around again.
Despite thinking this, she was still very angry! Today, Lan Jingyan actually watched her being dragged out by security guards without caring whether she lived or died... He was her fiancé! Yan Yinran clenched her fists in anger.
"Aunt Hui, I won't go back first. Could you keep an eye on things for me and see what Yan-gege wants to do at our house?"
"Okay, Miss Ranran."
Ah Hui hung up the phone and continued to eavesdrop from the corner.
"Uncle, Aunt, actually I came here today because of Yinran. As you both know, I've never had any romantic feelings for her since we were little; I've only ever treated her like a younger sister. Now that she's an adult, I don't want to hold her back. I'm here to break off the engagement."
Lan Jingyan originally wanted to say his full name, but then felt it would be too impolite.
Upon hearing this, Li Shuwen and Yan Youting's expressions froze instantly, and they were stunned for a moment.
Li Shuwen knew this day would come, but she didn't expect it to come so soon. However, the one engaged to Lan Jingyan was a blood relative of the Yan family, and the two families had never publicly announced the engagement. Yan Xiluo, on the other hand, was the legitimate heiress of the Yan family. She hadn't even had a chance to say anything yet…
Yan Youting had planned to have Yan Zhiguo and Lan Weikun discuss the matter before the family reunion... but unexpectedly, Lan Jingyan came to annul the engagement. However, he greatly admired his actions, considering him a responsible man in relationships.
"Actually, your fiancé is not Ranran, but our biological daughter whom we recently found. I haven't had a chance to tell your grandfather about this yet."
Yan Youting didn't intend to hide it and told him about it. He wanted to try again, as this was the future son-in-law he had his eye on.
Xie Xun was shocked. It was over; there was no chance now. He knew Yan Yinran well—beautiful, from a good family, and although a little willful, she was a perfect match. Even he, the CEO, didn't want such a good prospect. Let alone a complete stranger…
"Jingyan, why don't you spend more time with her before you think it over?"
Li Shuwen also wanted to try again; such an excellent future son-in-law shouldn't go to outsiders!
Before Lan Jingyan could speak, a familiar voice came from outside the door.
"Dad, Mom, I'm home!"
Because of the upsetting incident that happened today, Yan Xiluo lost her mood and decided to go home first and go again another day.
Lan Jingyan was puzzled and a little surprised by Yan Xiluo's appearance. Moreover, she had just called Yan Youting and Li Shuwen "Mom and Dad". Could it be that she is the biological daughter of his uncle and aunt?
Li Shuwen was already excited about her daughter's return.
"My darling daughter, you're back!"
Overwhelmed with excitement, Li Shuwen got up and ran to hug Yan Xiluo.
Yan Youting saw that Lan Jingyan was still there.
"Cough, cough..." Two sounds alerted Li Shuwen that there were guests present.
Li Shuwen realized she had lost her composure and let go of Yan Xiluo.
"Come here, my darling daughter, sit next to your mother."
Yan Xiluo sat obediently and saw Lan Jingyan in her house. What was Lan Jingyan doing here? Was he here to see his fiancée?
"Haha~ Jingyan, let me introduce you. This is Yan Xiluo, your aunt and I recently found our biological daughter!"
Yan Youting made no attempt to hide his joy, eager to announce to the world the good news that his biological daughter had returned home!
"Uncle, Aunt, I just finished discussing the cooperation with President Luo a few days ago. I didn't know that President Luo was your beloved daughter."
After speaking, he stood up and said, "President Luo, it's a pleasure to meet you."
His gaze softened considerably as he looked at Yan Xiluo and reached out his hand.
Yan Xiluo was a straightforward person, and without any hesitation, she stood up and shook hands with Lan Jingyan.
"Nice to meet you, Mr. Lan."
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