The purple Maserati slowly drove into a huge estate in Beijing. He had returned to this place once again after a year, but his mindset had undergone a complete transformation…
Inside the antique study, an aged man, whose face bore the marks of time, smiled slightly as he wrote four majestic characters on a piece of rice paper: “The King Returns.” This man was none other than Master Situ Lingyu, the most authoritative elder of the Situ family.
“You come back to Beijing and the first thing you do is visit your little girlfriends. Have you forgotten all about your old grandpa?”
With the final stroke of his brush, Situ Lingyu slowly lifted his head, fixing his gaze on Xiao Yufan, who had just entered the study. His eyes brimmed with visible warmth. After a year, the young man had finally not disappointed him.
“How could I ever forget you, Grandpa? I just stopped by to check on them on the way. See, I came to see you right away!”
Shaking his head with a helpless smile, Xiao Yufan knew there was nothing that could escape his grandfather’s sharp eyes, so he didn’t bother hiding anything.
Observing the increasingly mature and hardened face before him, Situ Lingyu nodded inwardly. Sending Xiao Yufan away a year ago had indeed been the right decision. Now, the young man was finally ready to shoulder the responsibilities of the Situ family.
“I can tell what you’re thinking just by the way you wiggle your butt. Don’t try to smart-talk me. I want to know what your plans are next…”
“I want to start from the bottom and gradually get involved in the family business. I know that sending me away was your way of helping me adapt faster to my role as a Situ.”
Putting aside his smile, Xiao Yufan’s expression turned serious. A year had taught him more than just how to survive—it had also sharpened his business acumen.
“Starting from the grassroots may not match your status, but it’s probably the best choice for now. Both your father and I hope that you can gradually take over the family business. However, this process won’t be smooth sailing.”
“Every stumbling block on the road will become a stepping stone to my rise. If anyone wants to play games with me, I won’t mind giving them a taste of their own medicine.”
A cold glint flashed in Xiao Yufan’s eyes. He fully understood the implications behind his grandfather’s words. Inheriting a powerful family’s legacy was never simple; there would always be those lurking in the shadows, waiting for an opportunity.
But would Xiao Yufan fear them? Definitely not. If anyone thought he was an easy target, he wouldn’t mind showing them the consequences of underestimating him.
“Good! My grandson, Situ Lingyu’s heir, could never be ordinary. Go ahead and do what you must. As long as you don’t cross the lines of the law or morality, I’ll be here to back you up.”
A surge of pride welled up in Situ Lingyu’s heart. His eyes remained fixed on Xiao Yufan, his mind deep in thought. As he listened to his grandson’s bold and defiant words, a fire ignited within him.
“In a few more years, I’ll make sure the entire Huaxia knows my name…” His voice carried an unshakable determination, and a calm, confident curve lifted the corner of Xiao Yufan’s lips.
Their conversation continued deep into the night. Two figures of immense importance in the Situ family were already sketching out a grand vision. Situ Lingyu firmly believed that the Situ family, which already controlled half the nation’s economic lifelines, would shine even brighter in the future.
“Fate is predetermined. I wonder what surprises you’ll bring to the Situ family. I’ll be waiting for the day the entire Huaxia remembers your name.”
After Xiao Yufan left, the study fell into silence. Situ Lingyu gazed at the ceiling, lost in deep thought.
Xiao Yufan, however, did not choose to stay at the estate. Instead, he walked toward a familiar place—the small apartment that had been his home for three difficult years. To him now, it remained a warm refuge.
Especially after everything that had happened today, the relationship between Xiao Yufan and Yu Yihan had finally stabilized. It wasn’t sudden or forced; the two of them had shared experiences that only they could truly understand.
Beijing was now lit up with dazzling lights, the air thick with the scent of luxury and indulgence. Xiao Yufan no longer felt repulsed by the city. Now, it held the people closest to him, and only on a broader stage could he truly showcase his potential.
The streets were still filled with hurried pedestrians, and the same path he had walked countless times still lay before him. Yet Xiao Yufan’s heart was unusually calm. Scenes from the past year flickered through his mind like illusions, and a faint smile returned to his lips.
A year might not seem long, but it was enough to change a life forever. After hardship comes sweetness. Xiao Yufan looked forward to what the future held—beautiful days ahead, with loved ones by his side, promising to be truly wonderful.
The door was slightly ajar, and the light inside was softly glowing. Xiao Yufan smiled and stepped into the apartment. He could already imagine this was exactly the kind of life he had always wanted—simple, yet warm.
Looking around the unchanged apartment, a wave of warmth rose in his heart. He could imagine how the two women who cared for him had preserved everything in his absence.
The water in the cup was still slightly warm. Xiao Yufan knew the two women were still awake. As he approached the bedroom door, he hesitated before knocking, when a melodious voice floated out from inside.
“The door isn’t locked. Don’t you want to come in and take a look?”
It was Yu Yihan’s voice. Xiao Yufan’s mouth formed a perfect “O.” Under normal circumstances, anyone else would have rushed in immediately.
“You remember we had that agreement, right? You never used to let me into your room. What’s changed today?”
Xiao Yufan was a bit uncertain about this sudden shift, though he longed to enter. Still, he held back his desire, knowing all too well that he might end up chased out with a broomstick.
“If you’re not coming in, then forget it. Like I care if you come in or not. You can stay out forever for all I care…”
Her voice carried a hint of irritation. Xiao Yufan steeled himself and pushed the bedroom door open. The moment he stepped inside, his nose began to bleed uncontrollably. His body reacted instantly.
Yu Yihan was wearing a purple nightgown, her long, flowing hair softening her icy beauty into a graceful, tender figure. Her exquisite face and toned figure radiated an irresistible allure.
Qin Menglu’s attire was even bolder. Her sleepwear barely covered the top half of her body, deliberately pulled up to reveal more, a pink temptation no man could resist…
Two figures that could drive any man wild lay on the bed, lying on their sides. Xiao Yufan swallowed hard, desperately trying to suppress the surging desire within him. Yet, something about the scene felt… off.
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