Ren Yuanhao’s words immediately drew a sneak attack and a warning glare from Yang Lingxue.
"If you dare to spout any more nonsense, I'll cut out your tongue."
"Doesn't the young lady want to listen to them drone on back and forth?"
Yang Lingxue and Ren Yuanhao living together had already made Bai Yan burn with jealousy. Now, their whispers and affectionate murmurs in the back seat further enraged him, causing his foot to press harder on the accelerator.
Her uncle had always doted on Yang Lingxue. Seeing how close the two of them were, he shouldn't have pressed further. However, due to his elder status, he couldn't help but clear his throat twice.
"Ahem, we're almost home."
After driving for about a minute, a luxurious Western-style manor appeared before Ren Yuanhao.
White walls were covered with vermilion roses, and two unicorns stood guard on either side of the grand gate. Upon entering, one could see a large rock fountain, its flowers a riot of color, exuding extreme opulence.
Ren Yuanhao had never set foot in such a magnificent manor before. If Yang Lingxue hadn't nudged him, he might have remained frozen in place, making a fool of himself.
"Hey, don't just stand there staring. Remember, you absolutely must help me drive this man away. I feel utterly uncomfortable just looking at him."
"He's handsome, wealthy, and devoted to you. Young lady, I think this is a rather profitable deal." Ren Yuanhao muttered a couple of times before Yang Lingxue pinched his waist hard and shot him a glare. Afterward, he was led into the main hall by two servants.
At this moment, Yang Lingxue whispered into Ren Yuanhao's ear, "I need to change my clothes. You'll have to handle them yourself for now."
"Do all you young ladies suffer from a 'disease where you'll die if you don't change your clothes several times a day'?"
"Hmph, that's none of your business."
Yang Lingxue pouted, swept through the hall, and left. At this point, apart from the wind whistling through the hall and the musicians, only her uncle and Bai Yan remained in the vast space.
The three of them sat around the long table, the scene strikingly resembling an interrogation room for a suspect.
"Young man, how long have you been dating my Lingxue?" Her uncle felt it his duty to know about their relationship.
As Ren Yuanhao pondered how to answer, Bai Yan, from in front of him, indignantly said, "Lingxue comes from a noble background, and naturally has many cats and dogs around her. Uncle means to understand, what are the intentions of this cat or dog of yours?"
Ren Yuanhao paid no attention to Bai Yan, instead respectfully replying to his uncle, "Not long at all. Including today, it's exactly 520 days."
Her uncle nodded, his face still wearing a smile. "I see you're strong and healthy, young man, and you present yourself well. May I ask what kind of work you do?"
"I reckon it's some kind of manual labor, right?" Bai Yan, seeing Ren Yuanhao's dismissive demeanor, felt naturally displeased. After all, he was the son of a major shareholder of the conglomerate, and people usually fawned over him. He hadn't encountered such an obnoxious fellow in a long time.
"I used to work as an accountant at a Taekwondo gym. I recently resigned and am currently at home, unemployed."
Ren Yuanhao was basically telling the truth. After all, he had no intention of trying to please the two of them. As long as he played the role of Yang Lingxue's boyfriend and earned good reviews, his mission would be accomplished.
"Accountant? Unemployed? A jobless bum dares to think of being with Lingxue? What is the world coming to? A toad constantly dreaming of eating swan meat!"
Before Bai Yan's words had even finished, a man's hearty laughter echoed from outside the hall. "Who is the toad dreaming of eating swan meat?"
All three pairs of eyes turned to the newcomer. He was handsome and dashing, with sun-kissed skin that made him seem to radiate under the sunlight. He walked with a powerful stride!
"Such a strong aura!"
This was Ren Yuanhao's first impression.
Bai Yan's expression grew even more unsightly, and he muttered to himself, "Damn it, what kind of day is this? Not only did one toad show up, but another rival has also arrived. I must consult the almanac before going out from now on."
Although Bai Yan was displeased, the newcomer was the son of a major shareholder of the conglomerate. They would inevitably run into each other, so he had no choice but to stand up and greet him. "Yo, what breeze has blown the young master Liu here today?"
"Of course, it's the gentle breeze that is Miss Lingxue. Isn't that right?" Liu Qing chuckled heartily, swept forward like a gust of wind to her uncle, clasped his hand firmly, and then asked, "How has Uncle been lately?"
"Very well, come and sit. Allow me to introduce you. This is Ren Yuanhao, Lingxue's friend." The uncle's deliberate omission of the word 'boyfriend' was not lost on Bai Yan.
Liu Qing continued to smile, exuding a warm and pleasant demeanor. "Hello, have we met somewhere before?"
"You jest. I am an insignificant nobody, so Young Master Liu wouldn't possibly have met me." Ren Yuanhao found the man's demeanor to be dignified and respectful, and he rose to shake his hand, a stark contrast to how Bai Yan was treated.
"Hmph, this Young Master Ren is hardly an insignificant nobody. Liu Qing, I suspect you and I are both going to lose to him."
Bai Yan's words were dripping with jealousy, which left Liu Qing utterly bewildered.
"What do you mean?"
"Don't rush. You'll know when the time comes."
As the four of them were making small talk, Yang Lingxue suddenly entered the hall, dressed in a white gauze dress, looking like a doll, following a noble lady.
This woman's eyes were filled with authority, her figure was full, and her temperament was extraordinary. She was Yang Lingxue's mother, Mo Yujing.
"Auntie." The three of them exclaimed in unison. This situation made Yang Lingxue quite annoyed, and she sighed repeatedly.
Another one has arrived. They could form two teams to play Dou Dizhu now...