To avoid drawing attention, Xu Yinyin randomly pulled up a project proposal from her computer and instructed Xu Yao, “Entertain yourself for a bit, and don’t disturb my work.”
“Mhm, mhm! I’ll be good, I won’t make any noise.”
Xu Yao quickly took out his phone, opened a game, and pretended to be engrossed in playing.
“Didn’t I mention before that Shen Sheng’s stepmother was keeping a boy toy? Well, after coming back from school that day, Shen Sheng’s dad actually found out about it. He immediately beat the woman up and kicked her out.”
“Might as well kick her out—after all, divorce means she gets half the assets, so the woman won’t lose out!”
“Haha, didn’t you say rich people aren’t stupid? She thinks she can keep a boy toy on the side and still walk away with money? Is she dumb? Of course, the old man didn’t agree. He hired a lawyer, sued her, and even provided evidence of her cheating during the marriage. He took it a step further, framing it as not just an affair but an attempt to transfer assets with her lover—turning a civil dispute into a criminal case for financial fraud and attempted murder. Now, they’re both going to jail.”
“Whoa, that’s ruthless!”
“But the woman wasn’t easy to deal with either. She got involved with both the father and son just to maximize her benefits—seduced the father first to get money, then moved on to the son when the father was no longer useful. She manipulated the son into being completely infatuated with her, made him jealous enough to get rid of the father, and once she inherited the family fortune, she could live out her ultimate ‘stepmother’ fantasy. At that point, the entire Shen family would be hers.”
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Xu Yao nodded frantically in agreement. Yes, yes, move on to the next plot twist!
“As soon as the ‘evidence’ was collected, the boy toy reported it to the police. The authorities arrested the old man for investigation. At first, the old man firmly denied everything, claiming he’d never touch a man. But then, the police made the boy toy put on the same disguise again. The moment the old man saw him, he was so horrified he nearly lost all function, just retching nonstop.”
“The officers handling the case remained calm—clearly, they’d seen worse. They told the old man that unless he could prove the encounter was consensual, he would be convicted of rape.”
“The old man insisted he had a witness and called in the other woman from that night. Meanwhile, the police had already notified the family, so Shen Sheng arrived at the station too.”
“Uh… this is the ultimate social death. Your own father gets accused of rape during a group session, and the victim turns out to be a man? Even the news wouldn’t dare to publish this!”
“Hold on, it gets even crazier.”
“Wait, what?!”
Xu Yao racked his brain, trying to figure out what could possibly top this. His worldview was already shattered!
“So, the ‘witness’ the old man brought in happened to be Shen Sheng’s new girlfriend—his fresh conquest from an art university, the campus sweetheart. They had just started holding hands, all innocent and pure. And now? She’d already hit a home run with his father. Imagine the betrayal!”
“Pffft—HAHAHA! Is this karma? He messes with his stepmother, so his dad sleeps with his girlfriend?”
Xu Yao bit his lip to keep from laughing too loudly. How could Shen Sheng be this unlucky? This was hysterical!
“Shen Sheng completely lost it on the spot. He ran up and slapped his father across the face, calling him shameless. The old man, already furious, punched him right back, saying, ‘This is called returning the favor—you slept with my wife, I slept with your girlfriend. We’re even!’ Then he scolded him, ‘You idiot, you can’t even tell the difference between a call girl and a proper lady. What the hell are you playing at?’”
“…”
Xu Yinyin and Xu Yao fell into a stunned silence. This was definitely a new kind of father-son relationship.
“Even the police, who had seen it all, were at a loss. Was this the collapse of morality? Or the distortion of human nature?!”
Xu Yao choked on air.
Hic—this was a melon-packed scandal that would last him for days!
Just as the two were silently processing everything, Xue Weiwei came running over with excitement in her eyes.
“Yinyin, Yinyin! You have a visitor!”
“Hm? Who?”
Xu Yao perked up his ears again.
“He said his name is Huo Yan.”
“WHAT?!!!” Xu Yinyin was stunned.
“That damn Huo actually showed up at her workplace?! What does he want now?!”
“I have no idea either.”
The system thought of one phrase—the battle begins!
Xu Yao’s eyes lit up. Oho, fresh drama incoming.
“Jie, did you go to the charity auction with Yan-ge yesterday?”
“Yes, and Grandma Yan and Auntie were there too,” Xu Yinyin added sulkily.
It felt like the entire world was waiting for her and that damn Huo to get married. Even Xu Yao—who never cared about family affairs—was eager to see it happen. That showed just how invested everyone was!
This dog of a man, Huo Yan, was getting way too into playing this role. Fine, if he wanted to play, then let’s both play dirty!
“Wow, you just met yesterday, and today he’s already showing up at your office? His intentions couldn’t be more obvious. Can I start shipping this?”
Xu Yinyin took a deep breath and forced a smile. “Of course you can! See that massive bouquet in the corner? He sent it. So thoughtful, so sincere—I love it.”
Xu Yao finally noticed the overwhelmingly extravagant bouquet. He’d been too busy absorbing gossip to see it before!
“I knew it—no one can resist Yan-ge’s devastating good looks. And he’s not just a pretty face; he’s a total powerhouse.”
“Exactly! Handsome, strong, and considerate. Landing a man like him is the blessing of a lifetime. I’d never marry anyone else.”
“…” Jie, that was a little too much. I’m not an idiot, okay?
“Come on, let’s go meet your future brother-in-law. Remember to ask him for a gift when you call him ‘brother’!”
Xu Yinyin grabbed Xu Yao by the collar and dragged him toward the reception room. Rather than looking like they were going to meet a relative, they seemed more like debt collectors.
Xu Yao knew his sister was being sarcastic, but that didn’t stop him from making some side money while also enjoying their mutual performance.
A showdown between a business tycoon and the queen of melons—slurp!
On the way to the reception room, Xu Yinyin spoke to Xu Yao with heartfelt sincerity:
“I’m bringing you to meet your brother-in-law because I consider you family. As my maternal support, you must help me test him. See if he’s emotionally stable, if he has extreme reactions when angry, or if he has violent tendencies. These are all things you need to assess for me, got it?”
“Huh?! M-Me?” Xu Yao suddenly sensed danger.
From the way his sister described it, wasn’t she basically asking him to piss off Brother Yan?
Are you kidding? That guy is basically the grim reaper of the business world!
“Of course! In our family, you’re the one with the most manly spirit. You’ve been shouting about independence and self-reliance since you were still wet behind the ears. Just from that, I can tell—you’re destined for great things!”
“You… really think that of me?” Xu Yao’s eyes gradually sparkled with admiration.
Wuwu, sixteen years… He had finally met someone who understood him.
“Absolutely! From the moment I first saw you, I knew you were a genius held back by family circumstances. The mundane world could never dim your brilliance. One day, you’ll rise to the pinnacle, stirring up waves of grandeur!”
Xu Yao was moved to tears. His lips trembled with emotion.
Sis, you’re my god!
“Sis, just for your trust in me—forget just testing my brother-in-law—I’ll go against him outright! I’ll investigate his entire family tree if I have to! From now on, your will is my will. If you need me to climb mountains or walk through fire, I won’t hesitate!”
“Good little brother, my happiness depends on you.” Xu Yinyin solemnly patted his shoulder as if entrusting him with an entire kingdom.
Xu Yao nodded so hard he almost dislocated his neck, completely falling into the trap.
The system struggled to hold back laughter.
Its dear Yinyin was getting more and more devious. 🙂
Standing outside the reception room, Xu Yinyin glanced at Xu Yao, who gave her a firm nod as a guarantee.
A hint of mischief flashed in Xu Yinyin’s eyes as she twisted the doorknob. Time to make you suffer, Huo Dog!
With a soft “click,” the man standing by the floor-to-ceiling window turned his head toward the sound. He was bathed in sunlight, exuding arrogance and nobility from head to toe.
As soon as she entered, Xu Yinyin beamed brightly at him and, in a sticky-sweet voice, said coyly, “Darling, why did you come here in person? I missed you so much after just one night~”
Then, she spread her arms wide, smiling playfully as she moved in for a hug.
Huo Yan’s pupils constricted in shock. His face was full of horror.
Even though the sun was shining behind him, he felt like he had plunged into an ice cave, chilled to the bone. Goosebumps spread all over his skin.
Huo Yan instinctively took several steps back, his hands flailing in alarm like Erkang from “My Fair Princess”, as if silently screaming—
Don’t come any closer! Have some self-respect!
Never in his life had he expected Xu Yinyin to go all out like this right from the start!
Dear heavens, what crime had he committed to deserve this?!
“Hello, brother-in-law!”
Huh?! Where did this ‘brother-in-law’ nonsense come from?!
Before he could recover from the first shock, the second hit him like a ton of bricks.
By then, Xu Yinyin had already wrapped her arms around him, her head resting against his firm chest, her arms circling his waist, and her hands pressing against his back.
“Oh my god, Huo Dog’s chest muscles feel amazing! And this tight waist—just imagining those abs is making me weak. You can also imagine how sexy his mermaid line is. And that rock-hard back?! Ughhh, I hit the jackpot! Slurp!”
“…”
Huo Yan held up both hands in surrender, shutting his eyes in agony.
He could feel the shameless little head rubbing against him, could picture all the R-rated scenarios growing like weeds in her mind.
This was the pain of existence. The ultimate humiliation. QAQ
“Brother-in-law, say something! Don’t just enjoy the hug in silence!” Xu Yao helpfully poured salt on the wound.
Brat, from where do I look like I’m enjoying this?!
And WHO is your brother-in-law?!
“What did you just call me?” Huo Yan’s voice carried a clear warning.
“Brother-in-law! My sister said you two fell in love at first sight, and she won’t marry anyone but you. She told me to start calling you brother-in-law from now on. Is there a problem?”
Huo Yan laughed out of sheer rage.
Damn Xu Yinyin—she actually got ahead of him and took control of the narrative!
And she even brought a sidekick to make his life harder!
Alright. Fine.
Huo Yan quickly adjusted his mindset, shifting from defense to offense.
He suddenly pressed a large hand to the back of Xu Yinyin’s head, flashing a harmless smile as he replied,
“No problem at all. After all, I’ll be marrying your sister sooner or later.”
“Ughhh, this damn man is trying to suffocate me with his words. Despicable!”
Xu Yinyin started struggling, but Huo Yan took the chance to pry her off him, smoothly unclasping her octopus-like hold.
“Be good, baby. Your little brother is here. Save the hugs for later.”
Xu Yao & Xu Yinyin: “…”
Gag!!!
Huo Yan really knew how to make people sick.
Noticing his sister’s discomfort, Xu Yao immediately kicked off his interrogation.
“Brother-in-law, I remember you once said you were against marriage. What changed your mind so fast? Is my sister really that charming?”
Huo Yan narrowed his eyes slightly. His smiling expression carried an undertone of warning.
“That was just a foolish statement from my youth. Not worth mentioning. You wouldn’t understand what love at first sight feels like—it’s hard to describe. It’s like… you just fall in, all at once.”
“Besides love, the only things people ‘fall in’ all at once are traps. How do you tell the difference?”
“…”
Brat. You’re playing with fire.
“A-Yao, that’s a great question! I’m very curious about your answer, darling.”
Xu Yinyin blinked her clear, doe-like eyes, looking both innocent and charming, almost giving Huo Yan a heart attack.
Huo Yan had been navigating the business world for years and had never encountered a scheme he couldn’t handle.
He looked back at Xu Yinyin, a deep and affectionate smile playing in his eyes, as if making a vow of loyalty. “Whether it’s a trap or love, as long as it’s with Yinyin, I accept it gladly.”
Xu Yao vs. Xu Yinyin: “…”
“Ohhh! This CEO just leveled up!!”
The system cheered, always eager to watch the drama unfold.
This back-and-forth was unexpectedly sweet!
Xu Yinyin gritted her teeth and tugged frantically at Xu Yao’s sleeve behind her back. Get in there! Attack!
“Brother Yan, I remember you once said you weren’t the type to act on impulse. If you just fell for my sister so suddenly, wouldn’t that be hard to sustain? What if the feeling fades?”
Huo Yan clenched his fist at his side but responded patiently, “I’m almost thirty now. My mindset is mature enough to take responsibility for every decision I make. Unless Yinyin doesn’t want me, I will never let go first.”
He once again lowered his gaze to Xu Yinyin, his eyes filled with confidence and determination.
But all Xu Yinyin saw in his eyes was provocation.
Unwilling to back down, she countered, “Ah Yan is so wonderful, how could I ever bear to let go?”
As she spoke, she playfully brushed the back of her hand against his fingers and gave him a teasing wink, her lips curling into a mischievous smile.
Huo Yan’s body instantly stiffened. A certain… “inappropriate” memory from the other night flashed through his mind. He straightened his back in alarm, hastily tucking his hand behind him and discreetly rubbing it against his suit.
“HAHAHA, you just harassed the CEO again! Yinyin, you’re so bad!”
“Tsk, this is called affectionate bonding. Don’t slander it!”
“Ooooh, his ears are turning red. Looks like he actually likes it.”
Huo Yan: Thanks, but absolutely not.
Xu Yao noticed the blush creeping up his ears and pressed the attack. “Just saying you care isn’t enough. The first step in a real relationship is introducing your partner to your friends, then telling both families. That’s how you make it official. Secret relationships and hidden marriages are just playing games. So, brother-in-law, when are you planning to take my sister to meet your family and friends?”
The way Xu Yao was fanning the flames with pure delight made Huo Yan fantasize about strangling him on the spot. But on the surface, he maintained his gentle demeanor. “That depends on when Yinyin is free.”
“Wow, a true business-world fox. He just kicked the ball back to her so smoothly. What will Yinyin do now?”
“Tch~”
“I’m free whenever! My schedule is totally open. I’m just worried about you, my dear, always so busy. If you overwork yourself, I’ll feel so distressed.” Xu Yinyin placed a delicate hand over her heart, looking concerned.
Huo Yan scoffed internally. He was becoming immune to her sticky-sweet antics.
“I came back this time with one main goal: to finalize my fiancée so my grandmother can have her wish granted. Ideally, we’d be married by the end of the year and have two kids within three years. I know this might sound abrupt, but honestly, it’s what I truly want as well.”
Once again, he looked deep into Xu Yinyin’s eyes with a gentle expression.
To an outsider, they appeared to be gazing at each other with deep affection.
But in reality, both of them were mentally setting traps, each waiting to electrocute the other.
“Oh snap, this round goes to the CEO. What a shameless move! But I love this love-hate dynamic, aaahhh!”
“Ughhh, Huo Yan, you bastard! How can you be so infuriating?!”
Huo Yan was feeling incredibly smug. No billion-dollar deal could match the satisfaction of outmaneuvering Xu Yinyin in this battle of wits.
Xu Yinyin cursed him in her mind but maintained her sweet smile. “Oh my, how am I supposed to respond to that? We’ve only met twice, and you’re already planning for two kids? You sound like a man who’s never even seen a woman before. Darling, could it be that… you’re still a pure-hearted virgin?”
“…!” Huo Yan’s eyes widened slightly, completely stunned.
“BAHAHAHA, CHECKMATE! You got him, Yinyin!!”
Xu Yinyin smirked victoriously but quickly switched to a dramatic, wide-eyed expression, covering her mouth in mock surprise.
“Oh no… Don’t tell me I guessed right? Wow, darling, you’re so innocent. Now I feel so much pressure. Are you subtly asking me to take responsibility for you? Gosh, you’re so bad!”
Huo Yan’s entire body shuddered from the sheer level of cringe. He wanted to flee immediately, jump into a cold pool, and soak until he washed away this entire experience.
“Pfft—HAHAHA, sorry, I just can’t hold it in anymore!”
Xu Yao burst out laughing. His sister’s exaggerated performance was one thing, but Huo Yan’s dumbstruck, just-bit-into-a-lemon expression? Absolutely priceless.
“Oh no, wait, wait—maybe it’s even worse!” Xu Yinyin gasped suddenly, eyes filling with unshed tears. “Darling, you’ve stayed pure for all these years… Could it be because you’re unsure of your preferences? Are you using me as a test subject? Or—are you planning to marry me as a cover-up?! Is this whole ‘three-year plan’ just to keep up appearances?! Darling, please tell me that’s not true!”
Her voice wavered with feigned heartbreak, as if she were a devoted wife discovering her husband’s deepest secret.
Xu Yao was shook. Damn, girl, the world owes you an Oscar.
“Holy crap, when did Yinyin become such an acting genius? The way she switches roles instantly—absolute perfection!”
“Xu Yinyin!” Huo Yan finally lost it. “You—I—”
He floundered, completely at a loss for words.
Dear god, I can’t win this. I just can’t fight her. QAQ
“What? What’s wrong, darling?” Xu Yinyin batted her lashes innocently. “You’re not scaring me on purpose, are you? This is my first love, you know!”
Huo Yan clenched his jaw and shut his eyes, his chest rising and falling with the effort to contain his frustration.
After a moment, he slowly reopened them, an eerily gentle smile on his face.
“Baby, you’re overthinking things. I’m perfectly normal in every way. Don’t worry. Just let things flow naturally, okay?”
Huo Yan raised a hand behind his back, curling his fingers like a vengeful ghost about to strike. But the moment he moved his hand in front of him, it transformed into a soft, affectionate gesture—lightly patting Xu Yinyin’s head in an indulgent manner.
Like a patient dotingly tolerating his mischievous lover.
But judging by his constantly twitching cheek muscles, he clearly wished he could crush her head.
Xu Yao watched the undercurrent of tension between the two with trepidation, suddenly feeling that the chemistry between this CP had skyrocketed.
A cunning little fox vs. a scheming big bad wolf—so intense!
Xu Yinyin nodded obediently. “Mhm, I’ll listen to you.”
She took the opportunity to lean against his chest, and her restless hands suddenly wrapped around his waist. In a sneaky twist and pinch, Huo Yan let out a muffled grunt.
Hearing the sound, Xu Yao looked over with a gaze tinged with intrigue, his imagination running wild. This scared Huo Yan so much that he bit down hard on the inside of his cheek, fearing he’d be mistaken for a pervy man taking advantage.
He quickly pushed Xu Yinyin away. “Baby, your little brother is still here.”
Xu Yinyin, satisfied with her small victory, let go and began demanding a name-change fee. “Since you’re calling him ‘little brother’ so freely, that means you’ve accepted your role as brother-in-law, right? A stingy brother-in-law isn’t good for your reputation, you know.”
Huo Yan was momentarily stunned, while Xu Yao quickly explained,
“Oh, no need for a name-change fee. It just rolls off the tongue easier, and ‘brother-in-law’ feels closer than ‘Brother Yan’ anyway.”
Huo Yan was about to explode. First, they attacked him with that fake cutesy voice, then they played off each other to tease him. And now he was supposed to happily hand over money for it?
So basically, he was the biggest pushover in history?!
He put on a look of sudden realization. “My mistake, I wasn’t being considerate enough. Of course, a name-change fee must be given.”
Huo Yan pulled out his checkbook and, with a grand gesture, wrote down a five-million amount.
Xu Yinyin took a quick glance and praised, “Wow, looks like my dear’s net worth isn’t as high as the rumors say. If calling you ‘brother-in-law’ is only worth five million, that’s surprisingly humble.”
Huo Yan’s hand trembled as he tore the check, sensing trouble ahead.
Xu Yao’s eyes gleamed with understanding as he played along. “Sis, it’s not about the money. What’s important is the thought behind it. It’s the sentiment that counts.”
“Nonsense. One must never undervalue themselves. You’re worth far more than a mere watch! To me, you’re priceless.” Xu Yinyin affectionately patted Xu Yao’s head.
Xu Yao blushed. “Sis, you value me so much, I’m getting embarrassed.”
“From now on, brother-in-law will cherish you alongside me. Right, dear?”
Xu Yinyin looked at Huo Yan with a smile, her eyes twinkling like shattered stars.
For a brief moment, Huo Yan was dazed, but it quickly dissipated under the duo’s relentless scheme.
He tore up the five-million check, crumpled it, and threw it in the bin. Then, without hesitation, he wrote another check—for fifty million—ripping it off and handing it to Xu Yao.
“Yinyin is right. From now on, brother-in-law will dote on you alongside your sister. Take this first, and if it’s not enough, just ask brother-in-law for more.”
“Ahhh, thank you, brother-in-law! I love you so much! You and my sister must grow old together!”
Huo Yan smiled, though his expression didn’t reach his eyes. He enunciated each word carefully,
“Of. Course. We. Will!”
Even if I die, I’ll drag her down with me. Even as a ghost, I won’t let her go. She’s way too good at extorting and infuriating people!
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