120: Make up your mind

Ye Mengwan's face reddened. In fact, there were times when she could clearly feel that man's desire.

However, the timing was always off. What was she supposed to do when her 'monthly relative' came to visit?

And then, she felt a bit embarrassed.

"I'm talking to you! Why do you keep acting so shy?"

"You! You're just dense. If you stood in front of him wearing something sexy, I don't believe for a second he wouldn't touch you."

"Living under the same roof day and night and still starving yourself? You're really an embarrassment to women!" Wu Qian rolled her eyes at Ye Mengwan with a look of disdain.

"You're all talk, but I haven't seen you have a single boyfriend in all these years," Ye Mengwan retorted, rolling her eyes back at Wu Qian.

She knew all too well that her best friend was just a theoretical 'keyboard warrior' of words.

If it came down to the real thing, she probably wouldn't even be as good as her!

"Now that's a low blow! It's just that my fated one hasn't arrived yet!" Wu Qian pouted.

"Let's have lunch together at noon!"

"I need to give you a proper lesson. Since I don't have one, being empty is just being empty. But you have one and you're still starving? Isn't that embarrassing?"

"Just you wait until I have one. I'll be surprised if I ever let him out of bed!" Wu Qian huffed playfully.

"Stop!" Ye Mengwan frowned as Wu Qian's words became increasingly outrageous, and she quickly cut her off.

This woman really dared to say anything!

"You should read fewer of those web novels for women," Ye Mengwan said, annoyed.

Wu Qian giggled. "You even want to control my personal hobbies?"

...At the Jinmao Hotel, Rong Jinran sat on the sofa. The Rong Family had returned, but they hadn't yet decided where in the Central Sea to settle. Barring any surprises, it would certainly be a landmark building, given the Rong Family's status and assets.

So, Rong Jinran was temporarily staying at the Jinmao Hotel.

Rong Xiuzhu hurried back, holding a piece of paper in his hand.

"The test results are in. He's not blood-related to me," Rong Xiuzhu said softly.

Rong Jinran couldn't help but sigh upon hearing this. She was somewhat disappointed; she had been thinking about this for the past two days.

"I suppose. We've been searching for so many years without luck; there's no reason we'd just stumble upon him suddenly. No one has luck that good."

"But regardless of whether he's related, he did save me twice. Stop going out of your way to provoke him."

"The Rong Family is powerful, it's true, but people like him are precisely the ones the Rong Family cannot afford to offend."

"If things really reach an irreconcilable state and he decides to take you down with him, what will you do?" Rong Jinran rolled her eyes at Rong Xiuzhu and spoke softly.

Having a large family business is good, but there's one type of person you should never provoke.

Someone like Si Yang.

A guy with no attachments, great skill, and a solid background.

So, come to think of it, there's a reason many people hope Si Yang will settle down and start a family.

Once someone has a family, attachments, and things they can't bear to lose, their bloodlust and courage will slowly be eroded.

"Am I really that foolish?"

"I just don't like the look of him; I didn't plan to actually do anything to him."

"Also, regarding the Dark Night Organization, I've already sent a warning. The Green Vine Family from Country Y seems to be behind them. You cut into their port business before, so they were looking for revenge."

"I didn't do much, I just put every important member of the Green Vine Family on the bounty list. If they dare to strike first, I'll strike back twice as hard. Do they really think the Rong Family is made of clay?" Rong Xiuzhu sneered.

"You can handle that matter as you see fit."

"In comparison, Great Xia is still quite nice. It's a pity we probably can't hire someone like him, otherwise my future days would be much more comfortable." Rong Jinran smiled.

Si Yang was undoubtedly someone who could make one feel very secure.

It wasn't that the Rong Family lacked their own strength, but compared to Si Yang, they were still a bit lacking.

Of course, in this vast world, how many guys like that are there?

"A pure beast." Rong Xiuzhu curled his lip. Though he sounded dismissive, he was actually somewhat in awe of Si Yang.

Rong Jinran couldn't help but burst into laughter.

She rolled her eyes at Rong Xiuzhu. "Alright, there's nothing else here. You should head back!"

"When you have time, cheer up the old man. Don't always argue with Second Brother."

"Right or wrong, after all these years, he hasn't had it easy either," Rong Jinran said with a hint of sadness.

Resentment was resentment, but the one in the most pain was none other than Second Brother himself.

"Alright, take care of yourself. Call me anytime if something happens. As for the business between us... don't worry about it."

"Actually, that kid is just a bit young." Rong Xiuzhu made a cryptic remark.

The moment Rong Jinran picked up her water glass, he ran off incredibly fast.

At dusk.

Ye Mengwan returned home. When she saw Si Yang, her face turned bright red.

After spending half a day with Wu Qian, Ye Mengwan felt as if she had been corrupted; her whole being felt 'unpure'.

Sometimes she thought certain sayings were really true.

There are always women who like to use their best friend's words as an excuse.

In reality, what the best friend says might not be right, but because she often understands you better, she says the things you dare to think about but don't dare to do.

And so, the excuse presents itself!

"If he doesn't come to you, can't you take the initiative?"

"If he's asleep, bite him. Can he really hold back then?"

"Sleeping in separate rooms? You're 'scared'—won't he stay with you?"

"How long a man can hold out ultimately depends on how seductive the woman is."

...A series of verbal brainwashing had left Ye Mengwan completely dazed.

So, when it comes to such matters, you really have to rely on a best friend.

She really dares to give you advice!

"Why are you just standing there? It's time to eat." Si Yang called out to Ye Mengwan, sensing that this woman was acting a bit strange today.

"Oh, okay!" Ye Mengwan nodded.

Looking at Si Yang, who was wearing an apron and setting the dishes on the table, her face reddened slightly.

"Mm, I've decided. That's what I'll do," Ye Mengwan thought to herself.

This was a guy who would never take the initiative.

Coupled with those 'flamboyant hussies' outside who were eyeing him, if she didn't seal the deal, she felt she would cry herself to death if he were ever snatched away.

Whether it was Liu Mingyi or Ye Qingyan—though she was on decent terms with the latter—in her heart, they could all be grouped into that category.

Of course, she probably didn't have a great reputation in their hearts either.

After making up her mind, Ye Mengwan actually didn't feel as shy anymore; she even felt a sense of relief.

It wasn't the first time anyway, so why be so reserved?

Night fell, and darkness enveloped the earth.

Outside the window, all was silent.

Many households had already turned off their lights.

At ten-thirty, Ye Mengwan stood up and looked at the black lace nightgown she was wearing. This was undoubtedly her sexiest nightgown, one she almost never wore.

She had only bought it because Wu Qian egged her on.

Looking in the mirror, Ye Mengwan's face couldn't help but flush. This bold, hollowed-out design was even sexier than wearing nothing at all.

She splashed her face with cold water and then dabbed the corners of her eyes. With water droplets clinging to her lashes and those watery eyes, she looked utterly pitiable.