Seeing Er Ya like this, Xia Qingtian wanted to scold her but also felt pity for her. In the end, she was amused by Er Ya's antics, "You know they are bad people, so don't go there next time."
"Mmm..." Er Ya wanted to defend herself, but seeing Gu Yaoyang shake his head at her, she knew it was wiser to stop while she was ahead. So, she just nodded and said no more.
"You didn't see the new head of the Tang family?" Xia Qingtian asked Er Ya.
"No, I didn't see anyone. The Tang family is so big, I got lost not long after I went in. I really should have asked Da Ya to draw me a map. If I had a map, I definitely would have..." As Er Ya spoke, she felt more confident, her voice growing louder. However, after being glared at by Xia Qingtian, Er Ya shrank back into her chair and muttered, "It wouldn't be this bad."
Seeing this, Xia Qingtian could only shake her head helplessly. It was her own carelessness too; she had left in too much of a hurry. If she had instructed Da Ya to keep a close eye on Er Ya, she wouldn't have given her the chance to cause trouble.
Turning back, Xia Qingtian looked at Gu Yaoyang and asked, "How did you know to come here to save Er Ya?"
"Guesswork," Gu Yaoyang replied. "After talking to Er Ya on the phone, I knew she might do something... impulsive. I calculated the time, and by picking you up and then coming here, it should be just right."
"Wow..." Xia Qingtian looked at Gu Yaoyang, her eyes sparkling.
As expected of the man she fancied, he was truly extraordinary!
Being looked at like that by Xia Qingtian, Gu Yaoyang's lips curved upwards unconsciously. He, who was always confident and felt that all this was only natural, actually felt a bit shy, mixed with a hint of pride.
"Tsk," Bai Yuqi rolled her eyes and muttered to herself, "The stinky smell of love."
Soon, the car drove into the villa complex. As soon as she got out of the car, Er Ya saw Da Ya waiting for her by the entrance. She turned and pounced on Da Ya like a little bird, seeking hugs and comfort.
Seeing Er Ya return, Da Ya's anxiety finally eased. She had initially intended to scold Er Ya a few times, but looking at Er Ya's pitiful and disheveled appearance, she could only remain silent, raising her hand to pat Er Ya's head, "It's good that you're back."
"Let's go inside first," Xia Qingtian said to Da Ya.
"Okay," Da Ya replied, linking arms with Er Ya and turning to enter the house.
"Oh my, these twin sisters really look alike!" Bai Yuqi said softly behind Gu Yaoyang and Xia Qingtian, "Do you think their husbands and children will be able to tell them apart in the future?"
"You just have too many questions," Gu Yaoyang gave Bai Yuqi a warning look before holding Xia Qingtian's hand and striding inside.
"Tsk, is it great to have a girlfriend!" Bai Yuqi scoffed, then reluctantly followed.
After entering the house, Xia Qingtian told Da Ya about her visit to the Wen family, and Bai Yuqi started by analyzing the situations of various prominent families.
"I heard the Tang family underwent a complete [cleansing] from top to bottom, with seven people dead in one afternoon," Bai Yuqi finally brought the topic back to the Tang family, shaking his head, "This new head of the Tang family is truly ruthless!"
"Don't talk nonsense, who acknowledged him!" Er Ya rolled her eyes, clutching Da Ya's arm and said, "My Da Ya is the head of the Tang family! Da Ya, draw me a map later, you see, I..."
"Stop it!" Da Ya immediately said, "Don't be ridiculous, you can't do it."
"How will you know if you don't try?" Er Ya was quite unconvinced, couldn't women say they couldn't do something?
"Oh, please!" Xia Qingtian knew how to handle Er Ya, "If you dare to cause trouble again, I'll tell your uncle about your foolish deeds and introduce him to a hundred or eighty beauties, plump or slim, there's always someone he'll like!"
"You dare!" Er Ya was anxious, "Xia Shang is mine! He only likes me!"
"How will you know if you don't try?" Xia Qingtian raised an eyebrow, her eyes full of warning.
Er Ya puffed out her cheeks, and finally stomped her foot in anger and shouted, "I'm never playing with you again!"
Then she scurried upstairs, closed the door, and became silent.
Seeing this, Xia Qingtian shook her head helplessly and said, "Let's continue."
"Shouldn't we pay attention to her?" Bai Yuqi asked timidly.
"No need, Er Ya is childish. If you comfort her now, it will only be more troublesome," Da Ya was experienced too, "The Tang family's security system is military-grade. Er Ya was probably detected by infrared sensors as soon as she arrived at the Tang family. It's already a miracle she's alive to return today, we can't let her act recklessly."
"Whether you can take back the Tang family or not this time, it will be a catastrophe for the Tang family," Gu Yaoyang said to Da Ya, "The Tang family is now controlled by outsiders. The auction in three days is destined to be a tough fight."
"There's no way to avoid it, so let's fight for it," Da Ya's gaze turned cold, "I can't hand over the Tang family that Grandpa guarded his whole life."
"Then let's fight for it," Xia Qingtian nodded.
"Qingtian, you really don't have to risk it with me. I..." Da Ya looked at Xia Qingtian with a complex expression, "I already owe you so much."
"Don't worry about it, helping you is helping myself," Xia Qingtian didn't intend to show off or demand repayment, so she said frankly, "If Xiang Xueyuan is allowed to develop his influence in the country, then the danger will be mutual. I will also be in danger."
"Thank you," Da Ya looked at Xia Qingtian, her voice full of gratitude.
She would remember this friendship.
Promises made now were not necessarily empty. Once she regained control of the Tang family, she would express her gratitude properly.
Xia Qingtian smiled faintly, saying nothing.
Through the discussions of this night, Xia Qingtian learned a lot of information about the various forces in the capital, and she was more confident when she went to the Wen family the next day.
Today, Xia Qingtian put in extra effort into her makeup and grooming, and the gift she prepared was even more meticulous, catering to their preferences.
The head of the Wen family, out of respect for Gu Yaoyang, did not conduct further tests and directly stated his stance, "I have asked Wen Jiu to return. She will arrive in the capital the day after tomorrow morning."
Xia Qingtian's eyes lit up upon hearing this.
"Remember, this is something you young people are doing for fun, and it has nothing to do with the Wen family." The head of the Wen family, after seeing Xia Qingtian and Gu Yaoyang nod in agreement, continued, "Also, Little Stone will go with you."
"Little Stone?" Xia Qingtian was a little stunned. Who was Little Stone?
As the head of the Wen family finished speaking, Shi Guan Zhu entered the room. He first gave the head of the Wen family a standard military salute, and then showed a kind and gentle smile to Xia Qingtian.
Suppressing her surprise, everyone discussed the relevant plan further. The head of the Wen family ordered Shi Guan Zhu to accompany Xia Qingtian starting today, and he could also protect Xia Qingtian's safety.
Shi Guan Zhu immediately agreed.
Xia Qingtian wanted to refuse, but was interrupted by the head of the Wen family, "Girl, having ambition is not a bad thing, but you must always be prepared for your head to be separated from your body. Little Stone's strength is considerable. Having such a person to assist you will give you another chance at survival."
Hearing the head of the Wen family say this, Xia Qingtian smiled and agreed, no longer refusing.