The next half-day, Li Se spent his time in the clinic, primarily assisting Huang Shanshan with dispensing medicine. As a result, the pace of seeing patients significantly increased.
The day concluded.
Time flew by, and the third day arrived quickly.
This was the day of Tang Xi and Ye Bowen's engagement.
The engagement ceremony was held at the Ye family's residence, making for a grand affair.
Nearly all the prominent figures and influential families in the capital attended this engagement ceremony.
Even some second-tier families were present!
A large photograph of Ye Bowen and Tang Xi was displayed at the entrance of the Ye family home. However, it was evident that the photo was digitally manipulated, as Tang Xi would never willingly pose for a photo with Ye Bowen.
But the Ye family paid no mind to such details; the photo was displayed regardless.
"Congratulations, congratulations!"
"Truly a match made in heaven!"
"..."
Many attendees offered their felicitations.
Among them were people from the Xiao family, Lin family, Chu family, Li family, Cheng family, and other first-tier aristocratic families. The presence of so many representatives underscored the Ye family's influence.
While outsiders offered congratulations, those in the know held a different perspective.
It was uncertain whether this engagement ceremony could even proceed as planned.
"Dad, the Ye and Tang families are forming an alliance. Are they planning a powerful combination?" Lin Junhao asked his father in a low voice.
Lin Wu Nan smiled and replied, "That may not necessarily succeed. Don't forget, Tang Xi is that young man's woman. Do you think he will simply stand by and watch his woman get engaged to someone else?"
Lin Junhao's gaze held a peculiar expression. "Dad, are you implying that he will disrupt the wedding?"
"It's hard to say," Lin Wu Nan mused, his gaze shifting towards the Ye family's direction. "Perhaps the Ye family has also made preparations."
Lin Junhao's expression turned complex. If even they could anticipate Li Se potentially disrupting the wedding, how could the Ye and Tang families not?
On the Li family's side, Li Shengguo also glanced towards the Ye family and chuckled, "I wonder if that young man will come to disrupt the wedding today."
"Dad, you mean Li Se?" Li Tian asked, startled. "Does he dare to come? If he truly dares, he'll be leveraging the backing of our Li family. In the end, won't our Li family have to clean up his mess?"
Li Shengguo shook his head. "That young man is not that simple."
Despite his words, Li Shengguo's primary thought was that Li Se would rely on the Li family. Without their support, the task would be considerably more difficult.
Furthermore, the Ye family would undoubtedly be prepared.
Throughout the engagement venue, many people were discussing the matter in hushed tones.
In a certain room.
"Tang Xi, do you really think you can escape your fate?" Ye Bowen asked with a hint of disdain.
Tang Xi's face was cold. "You know very well that I love Li Se, and that our relationship has been intimate. Why do you insist on marrying me? With your status as a young master, what kind of woman do you desire that you cannot have? Or do you feel that because you've lost to Li Se multiple times, you want to use your family's power to snatch his woman?"
Upon hearing this, Ye Bowen's expression darkened. He spoke sternly, "He defeated me? Hah, he has never truly defeated me. Because from beginning to end, I never utilized any power. If I had truly employed my family's might, do you think he could still be strutting around now?"
"Hah, so you admit it?" Tang Xi sneered. "You admit that without your family's power, you are no match for him, that you can't even compare to Li Se, not even a single finger!"
"Shut up!" Ye Bowen was growing angry.
"What, did I hit a nerve? Now you need to use your family's power to snatch his woman. Does that satisfy you psychologically? Or does it give you a sense of victory?"
Tang Xi continued to taunt him. "You are trash. Just as Li Se said, you are a loser. Without the Ye family, you're not even as good as trash..."
*Slap!*
Before she could finish speaking, Ye Bowen slapped Tang Xi hard across the face and roared, "Tang Xi, I'm telling you, after I marry you, I will torment you. I will make you wish you were dead. Li Se, hah, if he has the guts, let him try to snatch you away at this engagement! If he dares to come, I'll make sure he never leaves!"
Tang Xi's expression shifted slightly upon hearing this. "You already suspected he might come?"
Ye Bowen burst into laughter, a chilling, almost ferocious sound. "Have you heard of ancient martial artists? If I'm not mistaken, this Li Se is likely an ancient martial artist. Our Ye family also has ancient martial artists. I've already made preparations. If he comes, he's not leaving!"
Tang Xi attempted to reach for her phone to call Li Se.
*Slap!*
Ye Bowen slapped the phone out of Tang Xi's hand and sneered, "You'd better behave and come out with me. Oh, and your face, you need to put on some makeup. Someone, come!"
Makeup artists immediately entered the room.
"Give your future madam a proper makeover," Ye Bowen said before leaving the room.
Tang Xi's pupils widened with fear. Would Li Se truly come? She estimated there was an eighty percent chance he would, but what awaited him was facing true ancient martial artists!
The engagement ceremony was imminent.
Tang Xi was made up, the slap marks on her face mostly concealed. However, a careful observer could still detect traces. But her beautiful face was so stunning that few would notice any imperfections.
"A match made in heaven, truly a match made in heaven!"
Many people marveled.
Ye Bowen was handsome, and Tang Xi was beautiful and dignified. Standing together, they were indeed a perfect match, as if destined for each other.
Elder Ye and Elder Tang stood together, both beaming with smiles. After all, from this day forward, their Ye and Tang families were truly united through marriage.
Meanwhile, Tang An was growing impatient, silently wondering why Li Se hadn't arrived yet. If he didn't come soon, it would be too late. He couldn't possibly let his sister marry this beast.
"Oh, quite lively, isn't it!"
Just then, an inappropriately timed voice rang out.
Everyone turned their gaze towards the source of the sound.
Instantly, many expressions became varied, while some were filled with confusion, wondering who this person was.
Ye Bowen saw the arrival and sneered, "Li Se!"
Indeed, it was Li Se who had arrived. Within this circle, many people recognized him.
For instance, the Ye family, Tang family, Lin family, Xiao family, Li family, and Chu family, even the Cheng family, all knew him.
Cheng Kaile was present at the scene. Two days prior, he had been beaten so badly that even his parents wouldn't recognize him. However, he was much better now. The moment he saw Li Se, he gritted his teeth. How could this guy have the audacity to attend this engagement ceremony?