With Ye Shen's death, numerous scandals about him were exposed one after another, making him another societal scum following Sun Hao.
"What are your thoughts on Ye Shen's death?"
Reporters began interviewing the onlookers.
"A scumbag like Ye Shen got what he deserved."
"Ye Shen should’ve died long ago. That bastard humiliated me back then, relying on his wealth and power to escape justice. I regret not killing him sooner."
"Now that Ye Shen is dead, our vengeance is served."
...
Everyone agreed that Ye Shen had it coming.
Jiang Yi turned off the TV.
Ye Shen's death didn’t lift Jiang Yi’s spirits much.
Ye Shen was just one of many assassins in the organization. Only by destroying the entire assassin group and uncovering the mastermind could Jiang Yi truly feel satisfied.
Whenever he recalled the tragic deaths of his parents and younger sister, rage filled his heart.
Dongfang Mei was about to speak to Jiang Yi but stopped when she noticed his somber mood. She sat down on the sofa across from him.
"Ye Shen is dead," Jiang Yi said.
"I know," Dongfang Mei replied. "A person like him deserved it. You did society a favor."
She glanced at Jiang Yi before continuing, "My mom is coming to Jiangcheng for a concert soon. She wants you to come with me..."
"I don’t have time," Jiang Yi refused.
He still had too many unresolved matters to deal with—how could he spare time for a concert?
Besides, Liu Hong clearly wanted him as her son-in-law. Who knew what tricks she might pull this time?
A big celebrity like Liu Hong holding a concert in a small place like Jiangcheng definitely had ulterior motives.
He wasn’t interested in playing games with the mother-daughter duo.
"Whether you go or not isn’t up to you," Dongfang Mei said with a sly smile.
"On the day of the concert, you’ll come with me willingly."
Jiang Yi almost laughed.
Where did she get such confidence?
If he didn’t want to do something, no one could force him.
Just then, a servant hurried into the hall and informed Jiang Yi that Bai Zhen’s butler had arrived with a little girl.
"Let them in," Jiang Yi said.
"Yes!"
The servant bowed and left.
Soon, the butler entered with Bai Zhen’s granddaughter, Xiao Xue.
Jiang Yi recognized the little girl.
"Hello, brother! Hello, sister!"
Xiao Xue greeted them cheerfully as soon as she stepped inside.
Dongfang Mei, charmed by the polite and adorable child, immediately took a liking to her.
"I brought gifts for you!"
Xiao Xue opened her small backpack and took out two boxes, handing one to Jiang Yi and the other to Dongfang Mei.
Dongfang Mei opened hers to find a doll, while Jiang Yi’s contained a pair of sunglasses.
"Thank you..."
Dongfang Mei hugged Xiao Xue and began chatting with her.
She really adored the little girl.
"Master Jiang, Xiao Xue’s treatment is in your hands now," the butler said respectfully.
"Why didn’t Chairman Bai come himself?" Jiang Yi asked coldly.
"Your chairman has quite the attitude. If it weren’t for his help in resolving the Tiansheng Group issue earlier, I wouldn’t even consider treating his granddaughter with this kind of disrespect."
Bai Zhen’s high-and-mighty demeanor annoyed Jiang Yi.
It felt as if Jiang Yi was the one begging for a favor.
"Master Jiang, it’s not that the chairman is putting on airs. The Provincial Chamber of Commerce ran into some trouble, and he couldn’t spare the time," the butler quickly explained.
"Once matters are settled, he’ll personally come to apologize."
"An apology isn’t necessary. How could I dare demand one from Chairman Bai?" Jiang Yi replied with a smirk.
The butler looked awkward.
Jiang Yi then noticed another person behind the butler—a woman in a suit and sunglasses.
Her delicate features were icy, and her entire demeanor exuded a chilling aura, making her seem unapproachable.
"Who’s this?" Jiang Yi asked.
"Her name is Mei Ling. She’s Xiao Xue’s bodyguard, assigned by the chairman," the butler explained.
"It’s not that the chairman distrusts you, but Xiao Xue’s status is special. She must have someone protecting her at all times."
Bai Zhen’s caution was understandable.
If Jiang Yi were in his place, he wouldn’t entrust his beloved granddaughter to a stranger either.
"Master Jiang, I’ll be staying at the hotel across the street. If you need anything, just call me, and I’ll come immediately."
The butler handed Jiang Yi a business card before leaving.
Mei Ling stayed behind.
She stood like a statue near Xiao Xue, never more than two meters away—clearly a professional bodyguard.
"Brother, sister, are you two married?" Xiao Xue suddenly asked, looking curiously at Jiang Yi and Dongfang Mei.
"How did you guess?" Dongfang Mei asked, delighted.
"I just felt like you are. Besides, you live together—if you’re not married, what else could you be?" Xiao Xue reasoned.
"We’re not married," Jiang Yi corrected.
"We’re just friends—ordinary friends. Don’t spout nonsense, or I won’t treat you anymore!"
Xiao Xue’s eyes welled up with tears, and she began crying.
Watching her, Jiang Yi was reminded of his own sister.
They shared similar personalities—adorable, clever, and prone to tears.
Back when Jiang Yi attended school, his sister would follow him every day, clinging to him until he left the house.
Once he was out of sight, she’d start crying.
After school, she’d wait by the door, grab his sleeve, and trail behind him like a little shadow.
Back then, he found her annoying.
But after she died in a car accident, no one clung to him like that anymore.
The memory of her always left him with an indescribable ache.
"Stop crying. I’ll give you something fun later," Jiang Yi said.
Xiao Xue immediately perked up, her little face full of anticipation.
A hint of tenderness flashed in Jiang Yi’s eyes as he looked at her.
Dongfang Mei noticed it.
"I never knew you liked kids so much. How about we have one together?" Dongfang Mei teased with a flirtatious smile.
**"Pfft—"**
Jiang Yi spat out his tea.
Dongfang Mei was the daughter of a prominent family, yet she lacked any semblance of aristocratic decorum.
If he hadn’t heard it himself, he wouldn’t believe she could say something like that.
Since when were children something to joke about?
And why would he have one with *her*?
Jiang Yi’s face darkened.
Dongfang Mei remained unfazed.
"Don’t look at me like that. What’s the big deal about having a kid? I’m not as old-fashioned as you."
Jiang Yi couldn’t take it anymore. He stood up and walked out of the hall.