Su Yar said softly, "Dad, forget it. Don't make things difficult for Nan Xiao. Let's go."
Su Chi looked at his daughter with heartache. "Nan Xiao, Su Ya at least calls you cousin. Are you just going to stand by and watch her leave this world at such a young age?"
Seeing Nan Xiao unmoved, Su Chi sighed. "Alas! It's all because An Ran, in her arrogance, dragged Su Ya to cause trouble with Lan Yu Xi last time. Not only did she anger Lan Yu Xi, but even the President is displeased with me. What is the relationship between Lan Yu Xi and the President? He cherishes her so much that he even had his office supervise her pharmaceutical factory."
Nan Xiao looked up at him. "Vice President Su, are you here to inquire about gossip?"
"I didn't mean that. I'm just a bit curious. Originally, Lan Yu Xi had the best relationship with you. Why is she so distant now that she's back, and instead so close to the President?"
Nan Xiao said mercilessly, "Don't you watch the news? Why am I distant from Lan Yu Xi? Do I need to repeat it to you? As for her relationship with the President, you'd best not stir up trouble on this matter, lest you humiliate yourself. Also, if you want to be eligible for the next election, don't harbor any improper thoughts about Lan Yu Xi. She is no longer the same person she was four years ago."
In the restaurant, Mu Mu listened with her ears perked up for a while, then whispered, "Grandpa, why don't many people know about second uncle's relationship with Mom?"
Nan Zhenting smiled and said, "The future heads of many prominent families are sent out to secretly learn martial arts. This way, they can protect themselves and deliver a fatal blow to their enemies at critical moments."
For example, he was secretly sent to study martial arts in the Hongmen, and only his senior brother and junior sister knew his identity.
Thinking of his junior sister, the old man's expression instantly dimmed.
No, he had to find an opportunity to talk to Yu Xi. That girl must know where her grandmother is.
Su Ya heard people talking in the restaurant, but their voices were too low for her to hear clearly what they were saying.
"Nan Xiao, do you have guests? Are my father and I disturbing you?" Su Ya asked, pretending to be understanding.
In fact, she was already filled with hatred.
Because she seemed to have heard a sweet female voice.
Could it be that Lan Yu Xi, that bitch, was inside?
She had been so angry last night that she hadn't slept at all. Why did Lan Yu Xi, that bitch, get Nan Xiao to protect and dote on her so much?
"They are not guests, they are family." Nan Xiao glanced at his watch, his intention to see them out already very clear.
Su Ya's face turned pale. She clenched her fists and looked at her father. "Dad, let's go back. I only asked for two hours off from my attending physician."
Su Chi frowned, got up, and helped his daughter. "Nan Xiao, then we won't disturb you. But, if it's possible, I hope you can help Su Ya."
Nan Xiao's brows furrowed slightly. "I heard there's an academic exchange. Minister Huo has already sent invitations to the brothers Lan Mutai and Lan Mulun. After the academic exchange, the two brothers will perform a few public surgeries at Huo's Hospital."
Su Chi's eyes lit up instantly. "Thank you! I knew you wouldn't just stand by and watch Su Ya."
Five minutes later, Nan Xiao sent off the Su family father and daughter and returned to the restaurant.
Mu Mu quickly picked up a piece of braised pork rib for him.
"Dad, eat meat."
"Good girl!" Nan Xiao dotingly stroked her little head.
Mu Mu said with her mouth opening and closing, "Dad, you shouldn't have helped that auntie. She's so 'green tea'! She faked fainting at our house to force Mom to treat her, and now she's come to find my uncle to treat her. I really don't know who gave her the nerve."
"Dad didn't want to help her, but Su Chi is a despicable person. He'll do anything to achieve his goals. I don't want to cause unnecessary trouble for your mother, so I can only push this matter to your uncle. How he handles it is none of your mother's business."
"Oh." Mu Mu smiled slyly. "If I can't trick Mom, then I'll have to trick uncle!"
Chao Chao glanced at him, and Mu Mu quickly put on a serious face and ate diligently.
Half-Mountain Villa
In the evening, Lan Yu Xi settled her family and returned to her bedroom alone.
The two little ones had called her last night, saying they wanted to stay with Nan Xiao. Although she felt a pang in her heart, she didn't force them to come back.
When she was a child, even when she was bullied by the old woman and Aunt Xia, Nan Xiao would protect her. But she would still think that if her father were still alive, no one would dare to bully her.
Because no one in this world could give a child the same sense of security as her father.
Alas!
Lan Yu Xi sighed softly and went into the bathroom with her pajamas.
Half an hour later, as soon as she walked out of the bathroom, she sensed something was wrong. Someone was in the room!
As she cautiously clenched her fists, her whole body fell into a strong embrace.
Lan Yu Xi instinctively struck out to retaliate, but her hand was tightly held. Smelling the familiar scent of the person, Lan Yu Xi's tense body softened.
It seemed that the security system still needed upgrading, otherwise, he would come here as if he were home.
"You... mmph..."
As soon as Lan Yu Xi spoke, Nan Xiao sealed her lips with a passionate kiss, swallowing all her words.
Lan Yu Xi raised her hands and kept hitting his back. Nan Xiao not only didn't let go but deepened the kiss.
The scene had appeared in her dreams countless times, but now that it was real, she panicked. Fortunately, just as she was about to suffocate, Nan Xiao released her with a low groan.
Lan Yu Xi was both embarrassed and angry. Before she could catch her breath, she raised her hand to hit him.
Nan Xiao grabbed her wrist and, with a slight exertion, pulled her to the bedside.
Lan Yu Xi looked at him in panic. His eyes were bloodshot, like a hungry wolf that hadn't eaten meat for hundreds of lifetimes, about to devour her in the next second.
Nan Xiao stared at her intently. After a long time, he gritted his teeth and said fiercely, "Lan Yu Xi, you little liar!"
Lan Yu Xi's eyes flickered. Had he found out the truth about Chao Chao and Mu Mu's parentage?
It shouldn't be. Because her mother hadn't even told her father about the children's origins yet, how could he possibly know!
Seeing the mole at the corner of her eye twitch uncontrollably again, Nan Xiao pushed her onto the bed and then pressed down on her.
Lan Yu Xi was completely stunned. What did this guy want?
She reached out to push him away, but Nan Xiao's movements were faster than hers. Before her hand could touch him, he controlled it with one hand and pressed it above her head.
Nan Xiao's handsome face, almost free of any pores, slowly lowered. Just when the distance between them was less than a centimeter, he stopped.
Lan Yu Xi squirmed restlessly, trying to break free from under him.
Nan Xiao didn't give her a chance. He easily controlled her with his long legs.
"I'll give you one last chance. Tell me everything you've been hiding from me."