The following days saw Qin Chuan and Li Ya completely indulging themselves, driving to various famous historical sites in Jin Province.
They visited Wutai Mountain to cleanse their souls, experienced the ingenious craftsmanship of ancient people at the Hanging Temple, and embraced the spirit of Jin merchants at Wang Family Courtyard and Qiao Family Courtyard.
Every place they visited was filled with their laughter and marked by numerous photos together.
One day, as Qin Chuan and Li Ya were preparing to visit the Yungang Grottoes, Li Ya received a call from the clothing factory, and her expression changed.
“Xiao Chuan, we might not be able to go to the Yungang Grottoes. Something has happened at the factory, and I need to go back immediately to resolve it.”
Li Ya said to Qin Chuan.
“What happened? Is it serious?”
Upon hearing that Butterfly Clothing Factory was in trouble, Qin Chuan’s smile vanished, and he asked nervously.
“It’s… not that serious, but I need to go back in person!”
Li Ya hesitated for a moment before finally speaking.
“My car is still at the 4S shop for maintenance. Let’s go back to the provincial capital to pick it up and then head back together,” Qin Chuan suggested.
Li Ya nodded in agreement, and they immediately set off on their return journey.
As they neared the 4S shop, Qin Chuan unexpectedly received a call from his elder brother-in-law, Yang Conglong, who informed him that he was back in town and wanted to meet up.
Qin Chuan’s expression became hesitant as he glanced at Li Ya, who was driving.
“Xiao Chuan, why don’t I drop you off at the 4S shop and then head back? You can meet up with your friends and come back later. Your factory is doing fine anyway!”
“The social connections that need maintaining must be maintained!”
Li Ya, having overheard the conversation on the phone, said understandingly.
“Sis, you’re really too kind!”
Qin Chuan was touched and, at the same time, felt a pang of guilt.
His desire to stay had nothing to do with his elder brother-in-law or a get-together. It was because he had just arrived in the provincial capital and hadn’t met Teacher Yang yet!
Thus, Li Ya left first, and Qin Chuan stayed in the provincial capital.
at Huang Qi’s 4S shop, Qin Chuan met his elder brother-in-law, whom he hadn’t seen in days.
After a long separation, his elder brother-in-law was still the same unrestrained and dashing figure, with a white shirt tucked into his trousers, polished leather shoes, impeccably styled hair, and a genuine leather LV bag under his arm – utterly flashy.
Upon seeing Qin Chuan, Yang Conglong eagerly lunged forward, preparing to surprise him.
Unfortunately, at just 1.75 meters tall, he was significantly shorter than Qin Chuan’s 1.85 meters, and their physiques were also quite different. He was easily subdued on the sofa, shouting in protest.
Huang Qi, sitting nearby, watched the scene unfold with a smile.
“Damn it, you brat, you’ve got no respect for me at all! I’m the dignified Young Master Long, you know?”
After Qin Chuan released Yang Conglong, Yang Conglong tidied his hair and grumbled.
“What Young Master Long? In my eyes, you’re just a playboy who likes mature women!”
“Look at you, after just over a month, your dark circles have deepened, and you’re so thin and weak. You must be wasting all your energy on women’s bellies!”
Qin Chuan teased.
Yang Conglong retorted confidently, “What’s the point of life without women, right, Huang Qi?”
“That’s the truth!”
Huang Qi chimed in, appearing to be a kindred spirit.
“Geez, you guys are all wolves. I, this pure little lamb, am about to be corrupted…”
Qin Chuan said with a look of contempt.
“Qin Chuan, you’re not pure at all!”
Huang Qi shot back, “You’re the real big bad wolf, hiding in plain sight!”
He then turned to Yang Conglong and said, “Conglong, you say you’re good at charming women and willing to spend money on them, but do you know how far behind you are compared to Qin Chuan!”
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Yang Conglong’s eyes widened with curiosity.
Qin Chuan’s expression shifted slightly, and indeed, he heard Huang Qi babbling, revealing everything about Qin Chuan buying a car for Li Ya, truly a bigmouth.
“A car worth over five hundred thousand, and you just give it away?”
Yang Conglong was clearly shocked upon hearing this, looking at Qin Chuan with disbelief.
“Boss Qin, you’re undeniably a tycoon! To go to such lengths to woo a girl, impressive!”
Yang Conglong gave him a thumbs-up and quickly asked, “Is that girl hot?”
“Extremely hot!”
Huang Qi answered for him. “Conglong, you haven’t seen that girl. Her demeanor, her figure, her face – only your sister can rival her!”
Yang Conglong, who had been looking forward to gossip, immediately scowled fiercely, glaring at his close friend. “You damn bastard, why did you have to bring up my sister?”
“Are you still harboring unrealistic hopes?”
“Should I call my sister over so she can have a good meeting with you!”
Huang Qi immediately waved his hands in panic, stating that it was absolutely unnecessary.
Qin Chuan, however, had an idea. He couldn’t help but ask, “Brother Long, it’s been a while since I’ve seen Xiao Mo. What has she been up to lately?”
“Her? What else can she be doing? Reading and tending to her flowers at home!”
When Yang Conglong mentioned his sister, his expression softened considerably. He then dropped a bombshell.
“My grandfather originally wanted Xiao Mo to go into politics. In my grandfather’s words, my sister possesses a rare talent for governance and strategy since childhood, a rare genius in the Yang family, but unfortunately, she wasn’t born a boy.”
“But times have changed. There are many women in politics now. My Yang family has achieved considerable success in business, but we’ve always lacked someone in politics. If my sister were to enter politics, relying on the Yang family’s resources, she would surely forge a path for herself.”
Qin Chuan and Huang Qi both wore expressions of utter astonishment.
“Holy crap, Old Master Yang is wise! If Yang Zimo were to enter politics, it would truly be the best path for her!”
Huang Qi exclaimed.
“Did Xiao Mo agree?”
Qin Chuan asked anxiously.
Entering politics sounded good, but only those who had experienced it knew that the entangled interests and dangers involved were far greater than in the business world, truly the most complex and unfathomable mire.
“Of course not. If she had agreed, why would I be saying she’s still at home reading and tending to flowers…”
Yang Conglong said, “My father and I are somewhat opposed. We think politics is far more dangerous than business, and we don’t want Xiao Mo to be trapped in that complicated mire.”
Qin Chuan breathed a sigh of relief. He developed a much better impression of his elder brother-in-law and his future father-in-law.
He himself was somewhat against Yang Zimo entering politics, primarily because that realm was truly perilous!
“Bro… Brother Long, since Xiao Mo is idle at home, could you invite her out tonight for a get-together?”
Qin Chuan suggested. “It’s not good for her to be cooped up at home reading and tending to flowers all the time. When it’s time to have fun, one must relax.”
Yang Conglong narrowed his eyes, his gaze unfriendly. “You brat, you’re not thinking of setting your sights on my sister, are you?”
Qin Chuan was startled and quickly waved his hands, denying it repeatedly: “No! How is that possible! Absolutely not!”
“If you want to see Xiao Mo, it’s not that difficult. Have you forgotten that it’s An Nuo’s birthday tomorrow night?”
At this moment, Huang Qi suddenly said.
“As Xiao Mo’s best friend, she will definitely attend. And as An Nuo’s friends, we’ll surely be able to see Xiao Mo!”
Yang Conglong frowned, lost in thought, while Qin Chuan’s eyes lit up, and a vision of a sexy and fiery girl appeared in his mind:
“An Nuo? An Nuo’s birthday is tomorrow night?”