With the Liu family no longer secretly obstructing things, the company quickly entered a stable development phase. Xiao Yufan, deemed the key contributor, received a well-earned vacation—an enviable reward for many.
Of course, in Xiao Yufan’s eyes, this vacation was merely a clever disguise for spending time with the two young ladies. After discovering his true identity, Qin Menglu surprisingly didn’t get angry about his secrecy; instead, she seemed thrilled.
Ultimately, she was still that innocent girl without an ounce of cunning. To Qin Menglu, Xiao Yufan’s identity was secondary—what mattered was how happy she felt when she was with him.
A few days ago, his grandfather had already told Xiao Yufan that he would soon be sent somewhere. He didn’t even need to think to figure out why—his grandfather undoubtedly wanted him to become even better.
Yu Han had company obligations tying her down, so she wasn’t as free as she’d liked. Qin Menglu, however, cherished this rare time alone with Xiao Yufan. She sensed he had something on his mind lately, but the clever girl chose not to ask.
A wise woman doesn’t play games with the man she loves; she knows when silence is the better choice. Clearly, Qin Menglu was an exceptionally wise woman.
“Are you wondering why I’ve seemed so preoccupied lately?”
Looking at the hesitant beauty beside him, Xiao Yufan wore a charming smile. How could he not sense Qin Menglu’s concern? After all, their fates were deeply intertwined.
“I… I did want to ask you, Yufan, but I was afraid you’d think I was nagging. I figured I’d wait until you were ready to tell me!”
She gently brushed her long hair off her shoulder, her delicate and charming appearance stirring Xiao Yufan’s heart, even though he had seen her beauty countless times before.
“Am I really that scary? Having such a beautiful girl fussing over me is probably every man’s dream. If I complained, wouldn’t I be completely insensitive?”
His expression teasing, Xiao Yufan lazily placed his hands behind his head. As he finished speaking, a rosy blush instantly spread across her delicate, enchanting face.
“You always know how to tease me. Come on, confess—how many girls have you charmed with your sweet talk?”
Her face flushed red. Xiao Yufan’s words deeply pleased her—what girl wouldn’t enjoy being complimented, especially by the man she loved?
“I don’t think I’m that charming. But tell me, does our Menglu count as one of those girls I’ve charmed?”
“Not telling you! You’re always acting so smug. Just wait until I team up with my cousin—you’ll be all alone then!”
Meeting his gaze with sparkling eyes, Qin Menglu smiled sweetly. With one sentence, she had effectively silenced him. Yu Han was Xiao Yufan’s lifeline, and now this little vixen had discovered his soft spot.
Speechless, Xiao Yufan’s earlier desire to tease her vanished instantly. Clearly, Yu Han’s “corruption” of him had deepened.
“It’s not that I’m preoccupied—it’s more that I’m worried…” Xiao Yufan paused briefly before continuing solemnly.
“Worried about what?”
“I’m worried that if I were to leave for a while one day, our Menglu might be swept off her feet by someone else!”
Thinking of the possibility of being away for a long time, Xiao Yufan felt reluctant and unsure. Was it the three years of memories here that he couldn’t bear to leave behind? Or was it Qin Menglu, or perhaps Yu Han? Even he himself couldn’t say for sure.
“Pfft, nonsense! Blows will carry it away! I won’t be taken by anyone else…”
Qin Menglu pouted and immediately replied. But before she finished speaking, she realized something was off—saying she wouldn’t be taken by someone else sounded far too revealing…
“Really? So does that mean the young lady already has someone in her heart?”
Qin Menglu now looked even cuter, and Xiao Yufan’s heart fluttered. Among the women by his side, she was undoubtedly the most delicate and charming. Xiao Yufan truly cherished this closeness.
“Of course I already have someone in my heart. Want to know who it is?”
Qin Menglu smiled mysteriously, continuing before Xiao Yufan could react, “Want to know? I won’t tell you!”
With that, she ran off, leaving Xiao Yufan helpless and amused. At that moment, his phone rang…
Xiao Yufan hadn’t expected it to be a call from Ma Teng. The guy had been out of touch for quite some time, so this call was likely bringing good news.
“Our big boss Ma, aren’t you supposed to be busy? Why do you have time to call me, a mere idle man?”
His tone slightly resentful, Xiao Yufan spoke first before Ma Teng could even say a word. The guy had been so focused on his own business that he had completely ignored his friend.
“Not busy at all! The company just started, so I can’t afford to slack off. If I wasted all your efforts, I’d really become a sinner! Now that I’ve finally found some time, I immediately called you!”
Ma Teng’s voice was full of flattery. From Xiao Yufan’s understanding of him, Ma Teng must have something to say. This roundabout approach wasn’t like him at all.
“Teng Ge, don’t play games with me. I know exactly what you’re up to. Just spit it out already!”
If Ma Teng were standing in front of him right now, Xiao Yufan would have kicked him without hesitation. Between them, there was no need for formalities, no matter what the situation.
“The company is expanding, but we haven’t reached the stage of capital recovery yet. If possible, could you inject more working capital into the company?”
No problem at all. Since I chose to help you from the beginning, I won’t give up halfway. Don’t worry, rest assured…
Xiao Yufan could roughly guess Ma Teng’s intentions. Money wasn’t an issue for him anymore. Helping Ma Teng achieve his dreams was the best way to repay the support he had once received.
“I knew my brother was the most reliable! Oh, by the way, since your investment makes up the majority of the company’s capital, I’ve officially put the company under your name. When can you come by the company?”
“Under my name…”
Xiao Yufan was momentarily stunned. He hadn’t intended that—he had simply wanted to help Ma Teng realize his dream. But now, it seemed he had been subtly “tricked” by Ma Teng…
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