Finally, to avoid offending Chen Mo, Zhao Lidong could only endure the humiliation and tears, accepting the situation.
However, Chen Mo naturally wouldn't tamper with the surgery; he wasn't like Zhao Lidong, lacking any professional ethics.
In the afternoon, after Chen Mo finished the surgery, it was already past closing time.
When Chen Mo saw that Tian Mengyao had already left the hospital, his heart tightened. He quickly got out and hailed a taxi, heading to Longhua's Sky Restaurant.
He was genuinely worried that Tian Mengyao would be deceived by that Xue Yang.
More importantly, Xue Yang's words from yesterday had lodged themselves like a thorn in his chest.
At this moment, the parking lot of the Sky Restaurant was already filled with luxury cars.
Those invited to this reception today were all top celebrities from Longhua, individuals of considerable status.
Outside the entrance, a middle-aged couple, dressed in their finest, stood anxiously checking the time.
They were Tian Mengyao's parents.
"Dad, Mom!"
Just then, a voice called out.
Tian Xiaoguang and Mu Ziying looked over, their faces immediately fell, and they quickly walked towards her.
"Mengyao, everyone has already entered, why are you only arriving now! Where's the invitation?" they chided.
Tian Mengyao glanced around but couldn't find Qianqian.
She then took out her phone and dialed Qianqian's number.
However, to Tian Mengyao's surprise, Qianqian's phone was turned off!
"What's wrong? Mengyao, didn't you get the invitation? Where is it?" Mu Ziying asked anxiously.
Immediately, Tian Mengyao frowned slightly, a look of panic appearing on her face.
She tried calling a few more times, but like before, they were all turned off.
"Mengyao, what exactly is going on?" Tian Xiaoguang also asked.
Tian Mengyao explained, "A friend of mine said she had an invitation and told me to wait for her here, but now I can't get in touch with her."
"What?!"
Tian Xiaoguang and Mu Ziying were both startled.
"Dad, Mom, she's a very good friend of mine. She wouldn't lie to me. I'll try calling her a few more times," Tian Mengyao continued to dial, her face filled with anxiety.
Mu Ziying said with a stern face, "Mengyao, do you know how important this is to our family's business!"
"Moreover, with so many people watching, if we can't get in, tomorrow, we'll become the biggest laughingstock of Longhua! Do you understand?!"
Tian Mengyao was on the verge of tears, frantically dialing Qianqian's number.
"Oh, isn't this Mengyao? Uncle and Aunt are here too." However, at this moment, a mocking voice sounded from behind them.
Tian Xiaoguang and Mu Ziying were stunned. They turned to look, and upon seeing the person who arrived, their faces lit up with joy.
"Xue Yang, you're here too, that's great!"
Xue Yang feigned a look of confusion, "Uncle and Aunt, why are you standing here? Why aren't you going in?"
As he spoke, his gaze also swept over Tian Mengyao, who was anxiously on the phone, and a smile curved his lips.
Mu Ziying's face showed embarrassment.
Tian Xiaoguang said, "Xue Yang, it's like this, Mengyao said she could get an invitation, but the person hasn't been reachable."
"Oh, I see," Xue Yang nodded as if he suddenly understood.
Mu Ziying quickly chimed in, "Xue Yang, didn't you say earlier that you had a spare invitation? See if you can give it to us."
Xue Yang, however, showed a look of difficulty. "Uncle and Aunt, I'm really sorry. This invitation was originally prepared for you, but Mengyao didn't want it, so I gave it to someone else."
"Ah? You gave it away!" Tian Xiaoguang and Mu Ziying were both shocked.
"Yes, I gave it to a friend," Xue Yang replied.
Tian Xiaoguang and Mu Ziying's faces immediately showed despair.
This last sliver of hope had also been shattered.
"However," Xue Yang suddenly spoke again.
"However, what?" Tian Xiaoguang and his wife looked at Xue Yang nervously.
"Each invitation can bring one companion. Today, I happen to be coming alone."
Tian Xiaoguang's eyes lit up. "Xue Yang, Uncle has always treated you well. How about giving this spot to me? You know how important this opportunity is to Uncle!"
Xue Yang stroked his chin thoughtfully.
Mu Ziying quickly tugged at Tian Mengyao, who was still on the phone, "Mengyao, what are you still standing there for? Hurry up and apologize to Xue Yang! What can't be understood between lovers? Why are you making a scene about breaking up!"
"Mom! Do you know what he's done?! I will not be with him!" Tian Mengyao immediately refused.
"Whatever he's done can be forgiven!"
"Men, which one doesn't go out and indulge? As long as he has this family in his heart, you need to learn to let go. That way, Xue Yang can make a name for himself, and in the end, won't you be the one living a happy life?"
Hearing these words, Tian Mengyao's eyes immediately welled up.
"Mengyao, are you really going to make your father kneel and beg you?!" Tian Xiaoguang looked at Tian Mengyao excitedly.
"Dad!"
Tian Mengyao cried.
She hadn't expected her parents to pressure her like this.
Seeing this, Xue Yang's lips curled up. "Mengyao, where's that kid from yesterday? Didn't he say that whatever I can do, he can do too?"
"Oh, right, Uncle and Aunt, that kid said yesterday that he could also bring you in. If Mengyao really doesn't agree, then let her find that kid. Perhaps his methods are even more numerous than mine."
"Xue Yang, what are you talking about? That brat is just a doctor. What capability can he have compared to you?"
"Yes, yes, yes, you are the son-in-law we've recognized!"
The two quickly flattered him.
"Uncle and Aunt, but Mengyao doesn't think so," Xue Yang glanced at the despairing Tian Mengyao.
"How dare she! Parents' orders and matchmaker's words, her marriage is not for her to decide," Mu Ziying immediately responded.
Then, she pushed Tian Mengyao again, "Mengyao, why aren't you apologizing to Xue Yang quickly!"
Heartbroken, Tian Mengyao lost her balance.
Seeing this, Xue Yang's triumphant expression grew even stronger. He reached out to embrace Tian Mengyao's slender waist.
However, in the next second.
A figure suddenly rushed out.
Tian Mengyao, who was about to fall into Xue Yang's arms, was instantly held tightly by that figure.
Xue Yang was stunned. He looked at his empty arms, and his face immediately darkened.
He wanted to see who had the audacity to ruin his good deed!
Tian Xiaoguang and Mu Ziying were also taken aback, not expecting such a situation to unfold before them.
When Xue Yang clearly saw the figure, his eye twitched uncontrollably, because the person before him was none other than Chen Mo!
"Chen Mo? You brat, how dare you still come here!" A cold glint flashed in Xue Yang's eyes as he asked sternly.
"I haven't stolen anything, nor have I robbed anyone. Why shouldn't I dare to come?"
Chen Mo, with his arm around Tian Mengyao's slender waist, replied mockingly.