471: Chapter 471 A Short Stay at the Lin Family Residence

Watching Zhaozhao running around in such a fluster, Zhiyi felt the trace of complex emotions in her heart dissipate quite a bit.

She reached out, grabbed Zhaozhao's sleeve, and pulled her down to sit beside her:

"Refused is already refused, saying all this is useless."

"Besides, Young Master Lin didn't get angry either."

"He cleared the siege for me in person, and even said we could start as friends."

Zhaozhao blinked her eyes: "Really?"

"Really." Zhiyi nodded.

"He said he wouldn't force it, let's get along and see how it goes first, and talk about marriage later if it's suitable."

"If it's not suitable, he will have absolutely no complaints."

After hearing this, Zhaozhao was stunned for a few breaths, then let out a long sigh of relief:

"That's still okay, that's still okay..."

"Young Master Lin is indeed as the rumors say, generous and kind to others."

She looked at Zhiyi, her tone carrying a bit of expectation:

"Then what do you plan to do, Young Miss?"

"Are you really just going to get along as friends?"

Zhiyi did not answer immediately.

She looked at the old osmanthus tree in the corner of the courtyard, her gaze somewhat vacant.

After a long while, she finally spoke, her voice carrying a sense of meaning that even she could not clearly describe:

"Let's take it one step at a time."

"Let's get along and see first."

"If it's really suitable..."

She stopped here and didn't say the second half of the sentence.

Zhaozhao had already understood, and the corners of her mouth curved up quietly.

She sat beside Zhiyi, quiet and peaceful, and did not ask further.

...

Lin Family Manor.

After reporting the progress of the conquest, everyone laughed and frolicked for a while longer.

King Feiyun and Ziyi were still the same as before; one was in seclusion and the other was out, and neither could be seen anywhere.

But over at Jasmine's side, there was unprecedented progress.

Qiao Feifei crossed her legs, her tone carrying a bit of smugness as she claimed credit:

"Senior Jasmine finally paid attention to us today!"

"Although it was just in the game of the Virtual World, at least she didn't log off the moment she saw us."

Bai Ling nodded from the side: "Right! We even teamed up and played a match together!"

"Although she didn't talk much the whole time, at least she didn't run away."

Su Yingxue's smile was gentle:

"This is a good sign."

"As long as she is willing to interact, there is hope."

"Take it slow, no need to rush."

Everyone nodded one after another.

"First play games together, then drink tea together, then go shopping together, then together..."

"Alright, alright, the road must be walked one step at a time."

The living room was instantly filled with a relaxed and cheerful atmosphere.

That night, the lights in the master bedroom stayed on for the entire night.

Perhaps because there was a Breakthrough in the conquest progress, everyone was exceptionally spirited.

Candle flames flickered, and the entire room was in a mess.

The fiery passion continued until the edge of the sky turned a faint fish-belly white before gradually subsiding.

Everyone lay in disarray amidst the messy silk quilts, their faces carrying the laziness and fatigue after being fully satisfied.

The next morning, the sunlight was just right.

Everyone soaked in the hot spring, with mist swirling and petals floating about.

Su Yingxue leaned against the pool wall, closing her eyes to enjoy this warmth.

Qiao Feifei splashed water all over Bai Ling's face from the side, and Bai Ling angrily splashed it back, the two of them making a fuss together.

Lin Yun leaned against the edge of the pool, watching them make a fuss, the corners of his mouth curving slightly.

Right at this moment, a light sound of footsteps came from the other end of the corridor.

The robot maid hurried to the edge of the pool, bowed slightly, her voice steady and clear:

"Master, Madam, Chairman Wan of the Wansheng Chamber of Commerce has brought Young Miss Zhiyi for a visit, and they are waiting in the living room."

The commotion in the hot spring instantly quieted down.

Su Yingxue suddenly opened her eyes, sitting straight up from the water: "Who? Chairman Wan and Zhiyi?"

"Yes, Madam."

"Why did they come?"

"Chairman Wan said he has important matters to discuss with the Master."

Su Yingxue turned her head to look at Lin Yun, and the two exchanged a glance, seeing surprise and joy in each other's eyes.

"Quick, quick, quick!"

Su Yingxue was the first to stand up from the water, water droplets rolling down her skin.

"Everyone move faster! Don't keep them waiting too long!"

The pool instantly became a scene of chaotic scramble.

The maid robots had already prepared clean clothes, and everyone hurriedly dried their bodies and changed into clothes.

Their hair was still a bit damp and they didn't have time to dry it completely, so they hurriedly crossed the corridor and walked toward the living room.

Steaming it dry with Qi as they walked.

Lin Yun walked at the very front, his pace a bit faster than usual.

A moment later, the door of the living room was pushed open.

When Lin Yun and his group walked in, Chairman Wan was sitting in the guest seat drinking tea, with Zhiyi sitting beside him.

Zhiyi had changed into a new outfit today.

A light-colored long dress, with the hem embroidered with fine intertwined branch patterns, making her look gentle and soft all over.

Her long hair was half-coiled, pinned with a white jade hairpin, revealing her slender and fair neck.

Compared to yesterday, she had a bit less aloofness and a bit more softness.

Standing beside her was a little girl who looked to be only seventeen or eighteen years old, wearing twin buns and born with a round, pleasing little face.

Her eyebrows and eyes were spirited, and her large eyes rolled around lively.

Like a lively little bird, she occasionally looked around with curiosity.

Although her appearance hadn't reached a full score, it was still 99 points.

Her quirky and eccentric appearance made people feel happy just looking at her.

Su Yingxue's gaze first fell on Zhiyi, and she secretly sighed in her heart: Beautiful.

Then her gaze quietly shifted to the little girl beside her.

This girl was not bad either, she looked shrewd.

The small abacus in her heart had already started clicking, but on the surface, she still maintained a gentle and appropriate smile.

Seeing everyone coming in, Chairman Wan hurriedly stood up, cupped his hands and smiled:

"Young Master Lin, Madam Su, apologies for the interruption."

"This old man is calling upon you uninvited today because there is a matter I wish to discuss with you."

Lin Yun stepped forward quickly, cupping his hands in return: "Chairman Wan is too polite, please sit."

Everyone sat down again, and the maidservant served hot tea once more.

Holding his teacup, Chairman Wan didn't beat around the bush and directly stated the purpose of his visit:

"After thinking about it over and over, this old man feels that the two families are indeed a bit far apart."

"Even if a Sixth Rank Martial Artist flies, it would take several hours."

"Coming and going is too exhausting; if young people want to interact more, all their time is wasted on the road."

"So this old man thinks..."

He paused, glanced at Zhiyi beside him, his tone carrying a bit of probing:

"Why not let Zhiyi stay at the manor for a short period of time."

"That way, interactions between the two families will be convenient, and the two of you can get along more and enhance your understanding."

As soon as he said this, the living room fell quiet for a breath.

Immediately, Su Yingxue's eyes lit up.

She almost couldn't suppress the curve of her mouth, hurriedly picked up her teacup and took a sip, using the rim of the cup to hide the joy on her face.

Lin Yun was also stunned for a moment, then showed a gentle smile:

"Chairman Wan is thoughtful."

"Of course this is no disturbance; the guest rooms in the manor are empty anyway."

"Young Miss Zhiyi can stay as long as she wants; if she gets used to living here, staying long-term is also fine."