ISWTDB Ch118

Chapter 118: My Husband Has a Split Personality (24, 25, 26)

This situation was exactly what Ying Zhao hoped for. With these shares and the influence they brought, the young man’s voice within the group became more significant, and handling matters became much smoother. In just a few days, everyone clearly understood that Ying Youjie had become the de facto second-in-command of the Ying family.

On the day of Old Master Mo’s birthday banquet, Ying Zhao specially prepared matching suits for himself and the young man. The two men stood in front of the mirror in similarly tailored suits. Although their auras were distinct, they looked very harmonious together.

Ying Zhao patted Ying Youjie on the shoulder, and looking at his erect posture, he suddenly felt a sense of his own child finally growing up.

However, in just an instant, Ying Youjie’s eyes flashed. His dark pupils turned into a crimson color, and his entire aura shifted away from the gentle demeanor.

Ming wrapped his arm around Ying Zhao’s shoulder, leaning against him with a plaintive tone, “Uncle always takes Xiao Jie out but never takes me!”

Ying Zhao had long adapted to Ming’s sudden appearances, especially since this had become more frequent recently. The time both personalities appeared was almost equal.

He certainly didn’t mind taking Ming along. For Ying Zhao, no matter which personality it was, they were his loved one. However, because Ming’s eye color change was too obvious, Ying Zhao instinctively touched Ming’s eyes. He then nodded to the young man and smiled, “Well then, today Ming can go with Uncle.”

Ming seemed completely surprised that Ying Zhao really agreed to let him go, and subconsciously touched his pants pocket. His gaze toward Ying Zhao became even gentler.

This was his dearest person, who didn’t mind his uniqueness and loved both him and Xiao Jie equally. But considering his eyes’ special nature, Ming felt that since Uncle was so good to him, he shouldn’t create unnecessary trouble.

He then took out a pair of dark-colored contact lenses from his pocket, waved them in front of Ying Zhao, and said with a gentle smile, “Uncle, don’t worry. With these contact lenses, no one will see the difference between Xiao Jie and me.”

Seeing Ming’s casual demeanor and the contact lenses that had long been prepared, Ying Zhao knew that Ming had planned to go along. 

Helplessly smiling at Ming, Ying Zhao took the contact lenses from his hand and gently said, “It’s fine. You’re one person, there’s no difference. And Ming’s eyes are very beautiful, aren’t they?”

Hearing Ying Zhao’s words, Ming couldn’t help but take a deep breath. Clenching his fists, he thought how could there be such a gentle and good person in the world.

Then he uncontrollably hugged Ying Zhao’s waist, buried his head in Ying Zhao’s neck, and casually touched his skin with his lips to relieve his intense emotions.

After a long while, he lifted his head again. Embracing Ying Zhao in front of the mirror, he leaned close to his ear and seductively said, “Uncle, look at us in the mirror, we’re wearing the same suit. Don’t we look like two grooms?”

Ying Zhao felt the warm breath on his ear, his face flushed, raised his eyebrows, and looked at Ming, who seemed noticeably nervous.

In recent interactions, whether it was Ming or Xiao Jie, they seemed to be more intimate with him than before. 

Sometimes it even gave Ying Zhao the illusion that this child was being intentional—intentionally getting close to him, intentionally saying those ambiguous things, intentionally wanting him to get used to it and eventually reveal everything.

Perhaps Ying Zhao’s mind always became sluggish when facing his loved one. But just now, the possessiveness and deep love in Ming’s eyes were unmistakable.

If he still couldn’t see how his loved one was slowly boiling the frog in warm water, then he would have wasted all those worlds together.

Feeling slightly apologetic for his own sluggishness, Ying Zhao lowered his head. While seemingly nonchalantly adjusting his cuff, he softly said, “Well, let’s talk about it when we come back after dealing with today’s matters.”

Hearing Ying Zhao’s response, Ming was stunned. His previous words were only half-serious teasing, wanting to release his hidden feelings through this. He hadn’t expected to get any response from Ying Zhao.

Yet just now, though it was a faint “yes,” Uncle really responded. That definite attitude made Ming’s eyes light up with surprise, and he couldn’t let the matter go so easily.

Seeing Ying Zhao about to open the door, Ming grabbed his arm and pulled him back. Excitedly, he said to Ying Zhao, “Uncle, what did you just say? Say it again!”

The person in his arms had a slightly flushed face, and Ming’s breath quickened. Seeing that Ying Zhao remained silent, Ming pressed on, “Uncle, do you understand what I mean? I just said that we look like two grooms, like very intimate lovers!”

Ying Zhao looked at his arm tightly gripped by Ming and nodded slightly but felt he couldn’t lose his aura. After all, he was also a man, and couldn’t always be led by his loved one.

He cleared his throat and said with a hint of a smile, “Isn’t this what you’ve been looking forward to?”

After saying this, he avoided looking at Ming’s face, as if it could cover up his own embarrassment.

Ming’s pupils contracted sharply at Ying Zhao’s words, and he forcefully trapped Ying Zhao between the mirror and his arms. Pinching Ying Zhao’s chin, he forced him to look directly into his eyes.

With a somewhat gritted tone, Ming said, “Uncle, you already knew! You already sensed our feelings, didn’t you!” Not missing the smile in Ying Zhao’s eyes, Ming felt both joy and anger.

This damn man knew that he and Xiao Jie loved him crazily, yet because he was unsure of his own feelings, he hesitated to act. They were tormented by their feelings, but he remained so calm, watching them like a joke.

Ming’s grip tightened, and he lowered his head to passionately kiss Ying Zhao’s sweet lips, his forceful kiss gradually turning tender as he felt Ying Zhao’s compliance.

After a long while, Ming raised his head, seeing Ying Zhao’s flushed face and feeling ecstatic, his whole body tensed with indescribable joy. Ming excitedly kissed Ying Zhao’s ear, continuously whispering, “Uncle, Uncle, you love me too, don’t you? Say you love me, quickly!”

Ying Zhao, with a flushed face, nodded and softly uttered a “yes,” and then predictably received countless suffocating kisses and was forced to say “I love you” repeatedly.

Considering that the Mo family’s banquet was about to start, there was no time for further intimacy. Ying Zhao helplessly pushed against Ming’s firm arms and said softly, “There are things to deal with today. I don’t want to be intimate with my lover in the role of someone else’s fiancé. Let’s talk about it when we come back.”

Ming, delighted that Ying Zhao admitted he was his beloved, grinned widely. However, he stubbornly said, “I don’t care. Uncle, you clearly knew our feelings and deliberately kept us in suspense, seeing us suffer. I want compensation!”

Ming grinned, his eyes gleaming with a predatory light. Seeing that he had no way to escape, Ying Zhao had to take the initiative to hug Ming’s neck and give him a kiss. After that, he tried to stand up, but was still firmly held by the young man, looking at him in surprise.

Ming continued to peck at Ying Zhao’s lips, lightly laughing, “I know today’s matters are important. I’m also eager for Uncle to cancel that annoying engagement. But before we leave, I need to collect some interest…”

After saying that, the young man lowered his head and swallowed Ying Zhao’s protesting words, indulging in the deliciousness of the embrace. It was only after a long time that the door to the room was opened again.

In high spirits, Ming called for Ying Shu, saying that there was an issue with Ying Zhao’s suit pants and they needed a new pair. Fortunately, extra outfits were always prepared for important occasions, so finding a replacement was not difficult.

However, when Ming got the pants and closed the door behind him, he saw Ying Zhao looking at him with eyes filled with water and a reproachful expression. Remembering the earlier intimate moments, Ming’s breath hitched again, and he leaned in to kiss Ying Zhao’s lips. But Ying Zhao, seeing himself in disarray and Ming still impeccably dressed, was so angry that he gritted his teeth and turned his head away, avoiding Ming’s kiss.

Ming, having just taken advantage, knew he had annoyed Ying Zhao, so he wasn’t angry when Ying Zhao didn’t let him kiss him. Embracing Ying Zhao’s shoulders, he gently wiped the sweat from his forehead.

Then, pointing at Ying Zhao’s lips, he said tenderly, “Why doesn’t Uncle let me kiss him? Doesn’t he want to try it himself? It’s very sweet.”

Hearing Ming’s words, Ying Zhao’s face turned beet red, and he cursed inwardly, calling him shameless. While tidying his clothes, he muttered, “It’s definitely not sweet.”

Seeing his uncle’s childlike reaction, Ming’s heart swelled with love, and he simply didn’t care, kissing him again. Noticing the resistance and urgency, he knew he had gone too far and reluctantly loosened his hold.

Originally, he was contemplating whether to beg for mercy or say something soft, but when the words were on his lips, he couldn’t resist taking advantage of the situation. He lightly laughed and said, “Alright, Uncle, don’t be angry. But how would you know if you don’t try it? Since Uncle won’t taste his own, does that mean you want to try mine? Be good, we’ll talk about it when we come back tonight.”

Ying Zhao was shocked, his eyes widened, and he felt like his lover’s behavior was the most shameless he had ever seen across so many worlds. It made him feel like he was about to burst into flames.

He shot a fierce glance at Ming, then lightly patted his face, trying to calm himself. After the embarrassment, he thought that being close with someone you love was quite normal. He bit his lip, pretended to look elsewhere, and quietly said, “Well, tonight…”

Before he could finish, he was tackled to the ground by Ming. Ming’s fiery kiss came down, and he growled fiercely, “Damn it! Uncle, you must be doing this on purpose!”

Thus, the newly changed outfit was ruined once again.

Afterward, Ming looked quite displeased seeing Ying Zhao change into a different style of suit, successfully receiving a smack on the head.

Ying Zhao looked at himself in the mirror, his cheeks still flushed, and really didn’t know who to blame for not being able to wear the same style of suit. Despite being increasingly close to the start of the banquet, he thought about his trembling legs and had no choice but to go out, glaring fiercely at Ming.

Ming touched his nose, knowing that although he hadn’t gone all the way, he had indeed gone too far. He quickly tried to appease Ying Zhao by holding his waist, and the two of them finally left the room together.

By the time they arrived at the Mo family’s main residence, the banquet had already started. Today was Old Master Mo’s seventieth birthday. The Old Master had stepped down from the head of the Mo family position ten years ago. Although he was over seventy, he remained sharp and alert. It could be said that all major matters in the Mo family were still referred to Old Master Mo, making him the undeniable patriarch of the family.

Although it was a private birthday party, there were still quite a few guests, mostly close relatives and friends of the Mo family. After all, the Mo family had been established on this continent for a long time, and there were many branches. During Old Master Mo’s birthday celebration, everyone wanted to gain some favor. It was undoubtedly beneficial to appear in front of Old Master Mo.

The Xu family, which had long been supportive of the Mo family, also sent many people. Even Xu Jin, the acting head of the Xu family, was helping Old Master Mo in the banquet hall, giving him plenty of face.

As for Ying Zhao’s invitation, it was naturally because of his engagement with Mo Yingying. However, the Ying family had always been a prominent family on this continent, and after Ying Zhao took over the Ying family, he had risen to the top. Therefore, he and Ming received a warm welcome as soon as they arrived. Ming, who disliked being overly noticed, had still put on black contact lenses.

When Ying Zhao arrived, he immediately spotted Xu Hao, who looked bored in the banquet hall. He hadn’t expected that Xu Hao, a side branch of the Xu family, would also be here. However, seeing Xu Hao’s eyes frequently glancing at Mo Yingying, he couldn’t help but smile, thinking that these two people seemed well-matched.

What concerned Ying Zhao even more was that, through the system Xiaobai, he had learned that the Mo family’s invitation was not just a simple birthday celebration for Old Master Mo. Instead, they planned to hold an engagement ceremony for him and Mo Yingying during the birthday banquet and finalize their wedding date.

Previously, although the original host had an engagement with Mo Yingying, the ceremony hadn’t been held because Mo Yingying was still young. After Ying Zhao took over the original host’s position, he certainly wouldn’t have taken the initiative to bring up the engagement.

However, it seemed that Mo Yingying was not aware of this. Moreover, observing Mo Yingying and Xu Hao standing together, the atmosphere between them was clearly off. Ying Zhao had previously known that his men had subtly influenced Xu Hao, but he had no intention of stopping it.

It seemed that Xu Hao’s pursuit of Mo Yingying had not been entirely in vain. Although Mo Yingying had not accepted Xu Hao due to her engagement, it was evident that the youth’s presence had stirred some feelings in her.

Ying Zhao was pleased to see this, thinking that after using this opportunity to cancel the engagement with Mo Yingying, he might be able to set up a good match.

Many people wanted to approach Ying Zhao for a chat, but most were hesitant to come near. This was not only because Ming was always coldly staring at anyone who approached, releasing hostility, but also because Ying Zhao himself had a reputation for being cold-hearted.

Thus, Ying Zhao was very pleased to find that a vacuum had formed around him and his lover. They freely enjoyed the snacks at the banquet table, comfortable and at ease.

Mo Yingying was dressed in her finest today, with graceful and courteous manners that drew praise from everyone. When she saw Ying Zhao, she greeted him as usual but was not as warm as before.

It seemed that the incident by the lake had made Mo Yingying realize that Ying Zhao truly had no feelings for her. Although she was grateful for his life-saving grace, she no longer had any delusions. These days, with Xu Hao’s appearance, Mo Yingying even began to resist the engagement in her heart.

Xu Hao, seeing Mo Yingying looking exhausted, thoughtfully brought her some juice. Looking at the boy’s gentle smile, Mo Yingying felt even more sour in her heart.

Before long, Mo Yingying also arrived in the banquet hall. Since her change, Mo Yingying was no longer as introverted as before. However, despite her flashy attire, there was an incongruity in her appearance, making her intentions quite obvious.

As soon as she arrived in the banquet hall, Mo Yingying immediately went to Xu Jin’s side, trying to link her arm with his in a very intimate manner.

Although Xu Jin did not refuse, his smile was clearly distant. His attitude towards Mo Yingying was not affectionate, making it clear to everyone that this was just the table Miss Mo’s one-sided affection.

Everyone felt that Mo Yingying was young and infatuated with Xu Jin, a young talent from the Xu family, but they did not take it seriously.

However, Ying Zhao squinted his eyes when he saw Xu Jin, feeling a sense of discord that he couldn’t quite pinpoint.

Xu Jin, upon seeing Ying Zhao, displayed a look of surprise and then directly ignored Ming’s cold face, approaching them warmly. Although it was their first meeting, he acted as if they had known each other for a long time.

The transmigrator naturally followed Xu Jin’s side. Although she had always been the one showing affection to Xu Jin, she narcissistically thought that Xu Jin must also have feelings for her. She even placed Xu Jin among her true loves, believing that important banquets like this should naturally be spent with her beloved.

However, when the “Mo Yingying” saw Ying Zhao and Ming, her face immediately showed a lovesick expression. Although Xu Jin was very handsome, he was still inferior to Ying Zhao and Ming.

Ying Zhao, being the male lead of this book, naturally had exceptional looks and an air of aloofness. Paired with Ming’s strikingly perfect appearance, they made an even greater visual impact.

The transmigrator was a complete  face-con and was instantly struck by the beauty of these two men.

Her gaze lingered between the two handsome men, and then she shyly introduced herself, “Hello, I’m Mo Yingying. May I ask what your names are?”

Ying Zhao looked at the transmigrator who took the initiative to greet them but did not speak. However, he was used to having a cold face, and no one thought his attitude was inappropriate. Instead, they looked at Mo Yingying, who took the initiative to approach, with ridicule.

They felt that her lovesick demeanor was too embarrassing, especially with her gaze full of adoration for her sister’s fiancé.

Xu Jin, seeing Mo Yingying like this, suppressed his displeasure and introduced, “Yingying, how can you not recognize the head of the Ying family? He is a prominent figure in the entire H country. And the person next to him is the current vice president of the Ying Corporation, Ying Zhao.”

Mo Yingying’s face showed surprise upon hearing this. She hadn’t expected that the person standing in front of her was the male lead of this world, Ying Zhao.

The man’s looks were so extraordinary that the transmigrator immediately thought of other ideas. She felt it was unacceptable to let such a great man be given to her so-called cousin.

The time-traveling woman always insists that she is the chosen heroine of the heavens and that these handsome men should be added to her collection.

Recently, she had been making advances towards Xu Jin, whose non-rejection only increased the time-traveling woman’s confidence. She believed that if someone like Xu Jin, who in the original story only liked Mo Yingying, could fall under her sway, then the other men would be no exception.

Looking at the tall and handsome man in front of her and thinking about how this cool and abstinent master might fall in love with her, “Mo Yingying” felt a secret thrill. Moreover, the perfect-looking youth beside Ying Chengye made her salivate.

Ming, impatient with the time-traveling woman’s lecherous gaze towards Ying Zhao, furrowed his brows and gently said, “Uncle, let’s go over there.”

Just as Ying Zhao was about to nod, “Mo Yingying” interjected, “Oh, so you two are uncle and nephew! Your relationship looks so good!”

As she spoke, the time-traveling woman kept nodding. She thought it was surprising that these two, who seemed close in age, were in such a relationship. However, since they were all handsome men, even if they were uncle and nephew, she would not show favoritism and would love them equally.

Seeing “Mo Yingying’s” blatant gaze, Ming’s eyes grew colder. With an impatient tone, he said, “Not uncle and nephew.”

Xu Jin raised his eyebrows at Ming’s words, looking puzzled. He had long heard many rumors about this young master of the Ying family but had never been able to confirm his origins. This youth was very mysterious, appearing to have suddenly joined Ying Chengye six years ago, always addressing him as “uncle.”

As someone who had mingled in big families for a long time, Xu Jin had already sensed their ambiguous relationship when they arrived at the banquet. He had thought he might use this to his advantage.

However, now that Ying Youjie’s attitude was so, what was he trying to do? Although he had heard that he had taken control of a lot of shares and assets of the Ying family, Xu Jin did not believe he could now stand against Ying Zhao.

He also did not believe that these two would reveal their undisclosed relationship, so was this going to be a showdown? Xu Jin speculated maliciously, waiting quietly for Ying Zhao to show a change in expression.

Yet, he found that Ying Zhao’s expression did indeed change, but it was not the anger he had expected; instead, it was a rare smile.

Ying Zhao’s smile, which bent his lips, made him look like melting ice and snow, causing many of the onlookers to lose their senses.

Seeing the onlookers’ astonished gazes at his uncle, Ming’s aura grew colder. He suddenly felt warmth in his palm as Ying Zhao held his hand in front of everyone.

Ming was a bit dazed, then lost himself in Ying Zhao’s gentle gaze, allowing himself to be led by him towards the main seat.

The openly affectionate behavior of holding hands and Ying Youjie’s earlier words made the surrounding guests gossip. Their gaze swept between them, and the atmosphere of love made them more certain of the previous rumor, believing that Ying Youjie was indeed Ying Chengye’s lover.

The parties involved were completely unconcerned with the opinions of others. Ming, who followed Ying Zhao, felt a surge of joy.

His uncle did not deny the public statement and even held his hand in front of everyone, making Ming feel that the happiness he had experienced before the banquet was not a dream.

He had thought that getting his uncle to accept him would be difficult and that their relationship might remain hidden for a long time. Unexpectedly, his uncle had given him such a big surprise.

As for why Ying Zhao did this, he thought it was natural. Although he felt it would have been better to inform the Mo family before making it public, he was more unwilling to let his lover suffer any sadness or grievance.

Moreover, not only was Ming jealous, but Ying Zhao also sensed the time-traveling woman’s covetous gaze towards his lover.

While he could tolerate someone peeking at him, he would never tolerate anyone eyeing his lover. So, he directly declared his claim.

Turning around, seeing Mo Yingying’s lips pressed together while looking at the joined hands with a seemingly knowing expression, Ying Zhao suddenly felt that Mo Yingying was quite perceptive. It was indeed fortunate that she was not occupied by that time-traveling woman.

At the same time, Xu Hao beside her also looked shocked, finally understanding what his good friend and the goddess’s cryptic behavior meant.

However, he soon felt relieved. Since his friend and Ying Chengye were in love, it was only right that he and the goddess should not be together.

Seeing these two men being so brave, Xu Hao felt a surge of boldness. As he was sitting next to Mo Yingying, he quietly took her hand under the table’s cover, intending to express his feelings.

This time, Mo Yingying did not refuse. Over these days, Xu Hao had been attentive and considerate, and Mo Yingying had noticed.

She admitted that this sunny young man had overturned her previous understanding of love, so suddenly, she also wanted to be brave for herself. Perhaps she, too, could pursue her own happiness as these two men had, defying fate.

The Old Master Mo, sitting at the main seat, noticed the interaction between Ying Zhao and Ming and frowned deeply, feeling quite displeased. As the head of the big family, he had seen many dirty affairs and was not concerned about the family’s behind-the-scenes mess.

But in his eyes, a child like Ying Youjie was merely a pretty face, a plaything. Ying Zhao’s public display of intimacy seemed to show a lack of respect for the Mo family.

The Old Master Mo, who was old and no longer believed that Ying Zhao and his granddaughter had genuine love, thought it was no big deal to just ask the younger generation to make a simple engagement ceremony and push back the wedding date.

Thus, looking at the whispering guests, the Old Master coughed heavily and said to everyone, “Today, we invited you all to the Mo family’s old residence not only to celebrate my seventieth birthday but also to hold an engagement ceremony for my beloved granddaughter Yingying and the head of the Ying family.”

Ying Zhao raised his eyebrows upon hearing this, not expecting that the Old Master would be so presumptuous. Gently squeezing the angry Ming’s hand, Ying Zhao stepped forward, about to speak, but was preempted by Mo Yingying.

Mo Yingying stood up, directly taking Xu Hao’s hand and holding it in front of everyone. She loudly declared to the Old Master, “Grandfather, the one I like is Xu Hao.”

At this moment, not only the Old Master Mo but all the guests were stunned. Xu Hao looked up in shock, not expecting to get such a clear answer so quickly.

Feeling the genuine joy of the boy beside her, Mo Yingying also showed a sincere smile, looking at her grandfather with even more determination.

Ying Zhao did not expect Mo Yingying to have such courage and thus had a bit more admiration for her. He smiled and said to the Old Master Mo, “Old Master, you made a mistake again. I am Yingying’s adopted brother, so how could I be engaged to her? Today is clearly Yingying and Xu Hao’s engagement ceremony.”

Hearing Ying Zhao’s words and seeing Mo Yingying’s firm appearance, the Old Master’s expression changed several times before he finally nodded to the guests.

The banquet hall’s guests did not expect things to develop in this direction. It was thought that the two people always believed to have an engagement had actually each found a lover.

Could it be that what they had heard about the engagement was a misunderstanding, and the true situation was as the head of the Ying family said, that he was actually only Mo Yingying’s adopted brother?

Moreover, seeing that Ying Chengye and his companion were clearly a couple, and their orientations did not match, it was impossible for them to be together with the Mo family’s young lady.

Mo Yingying ignored the gossiping guests, intimately holding Xu Hao’s arm and walking up to the Old Master Mo. She, who had always been obedient and sensible, had never opposed him like this before, making the Old Master scrutinize the plain-looking young man beside her.

Xu Hao, who was merely a side branch of the Xu family, was unexpectedly someone capable enough to win over his carefully raised granddaughter.

Seeing this, the Old Master couldn’t help but show some anger on his face and gave Xu Hao a hidden glare. But Mo Yingying quickly leaned in and whispered a few words to the Old Master.

After all, he was fond of his granddaughter, so the Old Master gave Xu Hao a deep look. He thought that although this young man came from a modest background, his eyes were clear, and he instinctively protected his granddaughter. His attitude was neither servile nor overbearing, which made the Old Master’s expression soften a bit.

Seeing the pleading in Mo Yingying’s eyes, the Old Master sighed inwardly and then suddenly burst into laughter. He laughed heartily at the guests and said, “I was mistaken. Chengye was right; today is the engagement ceremony of my granddaughter Yingying and Xu Hao.”

Most of the guests were related to the Mo family, and even a few main branches who were aware of the nuances understood that they definitely could not upset the Old Master at this time.

Thus, Mo Yingying and Xu Hao’s marriage was settled.

Only “Mo Yingying” remained shocked because she had read the book and naturally knew the nature of the relationship between Ying Chengye and Mo Yingying in the original story.

Even though she had only read more than half of the book, she knew that Ying Chengye eventually married Mo Yingying. Ying Chengye’s s*xual orientation was definitely not male, and she had never heard of a young master named Ying Youjie.

So, where did this Ying Youjie come from? Could it be that he, like herself, is an otherworldly spirit occupying someone else’s body?

The time-traveling woman’s mind was in turmoil. After all, her biggest reliance in this world was her knowledge of the original plot. That’s why she always confidently believed she was the chosen one, the true time-traveling heroine.

However, with the appearance of Ying Youjie as a variable, especially since he seemed quite capable of directly turning the male lead of the whole book away, the time-traveling woman instantly saw Ying Youjie as her biggest threat and looked at him with unconscious hostility.

If Ying Zhao knew this, he would surely find the time-traveling woman’s logic quite peculiar, as her hostility seemed utterly baffling.

Looking at the tall and handsome Ying Zhao not far from the main seat, “Mo Yingying” felt increasingly unwilling. She thought that Ying Zhao must have been bewitched by Ying Youjie or that this person was practicing some kind of sorcery.

Otherwise, how could a straight man suddenly end up with another man? No! She could not let Ying Chengye fall for Ying Youjie’s schemes. Her time-traveling here might be to solve the problem of Ying Youjie for the male lead.

“Mo Yingying” suddenly felt a great responsibility; she needed to help Ying Chengye see the true face of Ying Youjie and not let him go astray. She believed that as long as Ying Zhao experienced the goodness of a woman, he would no longer want to be with that rigid man.

Although Ying Youjie’s appearance did indeed move her, as an enemy, the time-traveling woman felt she must not show any mercy.

Ying Zhao saw that after the engagement ceremony was over, guests were busy with toasts and mingling, so he took the opportunity to sit beside the Old Master Mo and started chatting. Mo Yingying, curious but not wanting to disturb, stayed where she was.

At first, the Old Master Mo had been displeased seeing Ying Zhao and Ming together. But now that his granddaughter had taken the initiative to express her feelings for someone else, and Ying Zhao had provided a way out, the Old Master felt somewhat at a disadvantage in front of Ying Zhao.

Fortunately, both were heads of prominent families and naturally thought long-term. After chatting for a while, the atmosphere between them improved, and eventually, the Old Master Mo appeared very pleased.

The Old Master even called Mo Yingying and Xu Hao over, patted Xu Hao on the shoulder, and looked very satisfied. He praised Xu Hao, saying, “Young man, you are very good. Don’t worry, the Mo family will support you in the future!”

Xu Hao was somewhat bewildered, but seeing his friend giving him a signal, he quickly nodded at the Old Master, showing a look of joy and gratitude.

The Old Master Mo’s happiness was likely because Ying Zhao promised that several key projects of the Ying family would cooperate with the Mo family, allowing the two families to benefit mutually.

Although the Mo family had been doing well in terms of soul power cultivation over the years, they were not adept at business, so they were not as prosperous as they seemed. Seeing that Ying Zhao had generously allowed the Mo family to gain tangible benefits, the old man Mo was naturally very grateful.

Moreover, when he heard that Xu Jin had been making small moves against the Ying family and intentionally supporting Xu Hao, the old man Mo was even more pleased. After all, although the Xu family was in-laws with the Mo family, he truly didn’t care who was the head of the Xu family.

Knowing that Xu Hao’s backing was the Ying family, it created a significant obstacle for anyone wanting to seize the Xu family’s head position.

Although he felt regret that his granddaughter could not marry the head of the top family from Country H, the Ying family, if she could marry the future head of the Xu family, it might be a good choice for her. Thus, the banquet ended with everyone satisfied.

However, Xu Jin, standing not far from the main seat, had a less pleasant expression. Watching the distant figure of Ying Zhao leaving, Xu Jin’s gaze became deep and thoughtful.

He had not anticipated that the head of the Ying family would play so unpredictably, seemingly colluding with Mo Yingying to transfer her marriage to Xu Hao at the old man Mo’s birthday banquet.