Will Yang Zimo's parents also attend the birthday party?
This news was quite shocking, catching Qin Chuan completely off guard.
But upon further thought, it was perfectly normal. It was the most natural thing in the world for parents to attend their children's birthday parties.
Only those who had done something wrong and felt truly guilty would fear meeting someone's parents.
Qin Chuan hadn't done anything wrong, but he was about to "plow" the tender cabbage that had been carefully nurtured for over twenty years. If Yang's father and mother found out, they might give him some special attention.
"Xiao Chuan, what's wrong?"
Noticing Qin Chuan's unusual behavior, Teacher Yang, sitting opposite him, rested her chin on her hands. She was still as cute and playful as ever, making one want to...
However, if one looked closely, it was clear this was intentional. Teacher Yang was revealing her cunning side to Qin Chuan for the first time.
Yet, she feigned such an innocent, world-unaware expression.
"Are you that afraid of meeting my parents?"
Teacher Yang blinked her innocent big eyes at Qin Chuan.
"Who says I'm afraid?"
As an experienced driver, Qin Chuan couldn't be deterred by Teacher Yang's little tricks and quickly regained his composure.
"Your parents haven't met me, nor do they know me. If I attend the birthday party, they'll definitely think we're just ordinary friends."
"Besides, at the birthday party tonight, there will be so many people. Your parents might not even glance at me. I'll just be a very ordinary passerby..."
As Qin Chuan was enthusiastically reassuring himself, Teacher Yang's eyes suddenly darted around, and she said, "What if I announce publicly that you are my boyfriend?"
Gulp!!!
Qin Chuan, who had been talking non-stop, immediately froze like a rooster whose neck had been squeezed, unable to utter another sound.
His eyes widened in disbelief.
"Xiao... Xiao Mo, are you joking or serious?"
Qin Chuan stammered.
"Do I look like I'm joking?"
Teacher Yang stared at Qin Chuan without blinking.
This time, Qin Chuan truly began to panic, because Yang Zimo's decision was too significant, affecting many future events.
"No... why did you suddenly have such an idea?"
Teacher Yang's expression was calm: "Is there anything wrong with me having this idea? You are my boyfriend. Since I've decided on you, why can't I announce your identity tonight!"
"The man I, Yang Zimo, fancy, whether he is poor or rich, I never care. I only recognize the person himself."
Teacher Yang's calm tone carried an extraordinary assertiveness and determination, just like her personality. Beneath her seemingly delicate exterior, she possessed a strong heart, a typical case of being outwardly gentle but inwardly strong.
Qin Chuan was both touched and anxious. He was touched by Teacher Yang's acceptance, feeling deeply that Yang Zimo truly loved him. The reasons for his anxiety were more complex, stemming partly from the pressure of the Yang family's immense influence and partly from his own scoundrel nature of juggling two relationships.
If Teacher Yang were to announce their relationship now, who knew what the future repercussions would be? With the Yang family's power, if they discovered that their precious daughter had been "plowed" by a poor boy, they would undoubtedly investigate him thoroughly. By then, everything related to Li Ya would surely be revealed. The outcome would be simple: the Yang family, enraged, would eliminate him, this small fry, and the story would be over.
"Xiao Mo!"
Thinking of all the terrifying consequences, Qin Chuan couldn't help but reach out and take Teacher Yang's hand, his eyes filled with deep emotion.
"I am very moved by everything you are willing to do for me. This proves you truly like me. However, can you let me say a few words?"
Teacher Yang blinked her big eyes but remained silent.
Qin Chuan continued, "For now, I really don't want you to announce our relationship, especially to your parents."
"The reason is simple. Your family has a very strong foundation. For a princess like you, according to normal plotlines, you should choose someone who is a good match for your family, someone who can mutually assist in business and connections. This would be the optimal choice."
"This isn't melodrama, it's naked reality!"
Qin Chuan's expression was extremely serious.
"In fairy tales, the story of Snow White and the poor boy truly exists in fairy tales, but it's very rare in reality."
"In our reality, the ending of the Snow White and the poor boy story is often that once their relationship is discovered, they will be suppressed by various irresistible factors, eventually leading to a tragedy."
"Do you want that kind of tragedy to happen to us?"
Yang Zimo's brow, without anyone noticing, had furrowed into the shape of the character 'Chuan'. A chilling aura emanated from her, as if Qin Chuan's words had stimulated her, awakening some latent bloodline talent.
"How dare they?!"
These three simple words, brimming with dominance, made Qin Chuan's heart pound. Was this the hidden boss essence within Teacher Yang? Such demeanor, such words, such an expression were truly awe-inspiring. No wonder she was considered the "big sister" by those unruly second-generation rich kids; it was a title well-deserved!
Qin Chuan inexplicably thought of Li Ya. If Li Ya were in Yang Zimo's place now, arguing fiercely, what would be the outcome? The answer was almost predictable: Li Ya would definitely not be Yang Zimo's match. Although Li Ya was also strong and brave, those who knew her well understood that Li Ya and Yang Zimo were completely different types. One was outwardly gentle but inwardly strong, while the other was outwardly strong but inwardly soft. Despite Li Ya's outward bravery and enthusiasm, she was actually very soft and sensitive inside. Faced with a formidable and cunning boss like Teacher Yang, this nature would be utterly defeated.
*Wuwu*, Sister Li Ya, you are so pitiful! Qin Chuan inexplicably began to pity Li Ya early on.
"Xiao Mo, I know you are capable and powerful, but no matter how capable you are, you can't really have a falling out with your parents, can you?"
Qin Chuan persuaded her gently.
"You are your parents' only daughter, their treasured pearl. As parents, who wouldn't want their child to find a good family? This is a very normal human sentiment."
"If their relationship is ruined because of me, an outsider, wouldn't I become the greatest sinner!"
"Do you think I would feel good about that?"
This time, Teacher Yang was no longer so resolute and became contemplative.
Qin Chuan seized the opportunity and continued:
"Furthermore, from my perspective, as a man, if I can't even provide happiness for the woman I love, making her suffer and endure hardship, and be rejected by everyone, then what kind of man am I!"
"Xiao Mo, we are still very young. After the New Year, we'll both be twenty-three!"
"Give me two to three years. Once my career is truly established, without you needing to take the initiative, I will personally knock on your door, Yang family, to pay my respects to my future father-in-law and mother-in-law!"