The Young Lady is a Bit Unruly [Fragrant Harbor] - Chapter 55 The Only Granddaughter

Chapter 55 The Only Granddaughter

The entire morning, Ye Kaisen had been handling documents in his office, silently waiting for news from Qi Yuxiu.

But Qi Yuxiu never came, and he couldn’t help glancing at his watch.

His secretary mentioned that security had been called to the 29th-floor conference room, and things were currently lively there.

With such a commotion, it would be unreasonable for him not to check it out.

So he stood up, straightened his clothes, left his office, and took the elevator down to the 29th floor. As soon as he stepped out, he saw his wife emerging from another elevator.

What are you doing here? he asked in surprise.

Ye Kaisen’s wife, Feng Yufang, had just finished brunch with someone. She retorted, Didn’t you ask me to come?

Ye Kaisen frowned. When did I ask you to come?

Who knows.

The small conference room wasn’t far from the elevators, and a crowd had gathered at the door.

Feng Yufang’s attention was drawn to it. What’s going on? A fight?

If there was a fight on the 29th floor, it must involve company executives.

She immediately headed inside, with Ye Kaisen following behind.

Office colleagues, seeing Ye Kaisen approach, quickly greeted him in hushed tones: General Shen.

Then they moved aside to make way.

Pushing the door open, they happened to hear a young woman saying she felt dizzy. Some were suggesting she leave first, while others recommended sending her to the hospital.

As soon as Feng Yufang entered, she spotted Ye Baoling and greeted her in surprise: Baoling, what are you doing here too? What’s happening?

Seeing the chaotic scene before him and the complicated glances from everyone, Ye Kaisen couldn’t help but frown.

Then he looked at Qi Yuxiu—her face ashen, her whole demeanor defeated—and immediately sensed something was wrong.

Ye Baoling glanced at the Ye Kaisen couple who had just entered. Aunt Fang, you’re a step too late. You missed all the excitement just now.

Feng Yufang asked curiously, What excitement did I miss?

Ye Baoling deliberately tried to put away the photos on the table to keep them from her, but Feng Yufang caught a glimpse and noticed something amiss, snatching them forcefully.

Looking at the photos, Feng Yufang’s face instantly changed.

Feng Yufang was the daughter of a nouveau riche and notorious in their circle for her fiery temper.

She could usually observe some decorum, but in this matter, she had no regard for the etiquette of a high-society lady.

She rushed over at lightning speed, grabbed Qi Yuxiu by the hair, and dragged her to the ground. So it’s you, you vixen?! Eating the grass right under our noses! Always going on about ‘senior this’ and ‘senior that,’ needing to discuss work—is this how you discuss it, in bed?!

Qi Yuxiu had often played mahjong with Feng Yufang and, feeling guilty, covered her head to protect her hair, not daring to fight back at all.

Ye Kaisen went to pull his wife away. What are you doing?! Making a scene here?!

Who’s making a scene?! You bastard, Ye Kaisen!

The fighting scared Wan Xiwena, who had earlier complained of dizziness, so much that her dizziness vanished, and she quickly hid to the side.

Watching this chaotic, unreasonable scene, Ye Qizu stood up in anger. Do any of you even see me here?!

With one look from Wang Simin, security finally separated the three people fighting.

Ye Qizu grabbed a folder from the table and threw it at Ye Kaisen’s face. Look at these! This is all your doing!

Ye Kaisen hurriedly picked up the documents that had fallen to the floor. Even without looking, he had already guessed most of it.

He had been too cautious, too trusting of Qi Yuxiu, and hadn’t investigated this suddenly appearing Gu Baolin at all before.

Full of remorse, he said, Second Uncle…

Ye Qizu didn’t want the Ye family’s dirty laundry aired in front of so many people. He ordered, Come to my office!

Before leaving, he glanced at his granddaughter: Come home early after work.

He’d settle accounts with her properly later.

Ye Baoling smiled and nodded, deliberately adding, Grandpa, don’t let anger harm your health.

This made Ye Qizu even angrier, yet he couldn’t scold her publicly.

Rumors instantly spread throughout the company.

[Did you hear? There was a massive earthquake on the 29th floor today, more dramatic than a theater performance.]

[This is the most satisfying show I’ve ever seen, and it’s free.]

[The Ye family’s eldest daughter caused chaos in the heavenly palace, sending all the demons and monsters into a frantic scramble.]

[Looks like there’ll be a major reshuffle among the company’s middle and senior management.]

[The eldest daughter is truly sharp!]

[She’s only been here a few months and has stirred up so much—clearly no ordinary person.]

[Is Gu Baolin really the chairman’s granddaughter?]

[His biological granddaughter, his only granddaughter.]

[What about the one from Su Man Jewelry?]

[I heard she came to the Ye family when her mother remarried.]

[Will the eldest daughter continue working here?]

[Who knows? If it were me, I wouldn’t. Who wants to work when they’re rich?]

…

Meanwhile, in Qu Zhengming’s office, his mood was somewhat complicated.

Although he and Gu Baolin were allies in a sense, he hadn’t known her true identity before.

Fortunately, you were here, or I might have really been framed.

Ye Baoling smiled, It’s also fortunate there are executives like you who genuinely work for the company, or I’d have thought Ye Qingtang was beyond saving.

Qu Zhengming joked, Then I’ll count on your favor in the future.

Ye Baoling laughed too, For the short term, I’ll still need your support.

Will you stay in the marketing department?

Of course, I earned this position step by step.

Right, entirely through solid capability. Qu Zhengming asked curiously, How do you write your name?

Ye Baoling wrote her name on a piece of paper.

Qu Zhengming nodded with a smile, Oh, so that’s how it’s written.

In Cantonese, Ling and Lin are pronounced completely differently, so they usually don’t cause confusion.

When Ye Baoling returned to the marketing department, the public office area was unusually quiet.

Her colleagues didn’t dare speak loudly and offered her restrained smiles.

Ye Baoling sighed helplessly, There’s no need for this. I’m still the same person—I don’t bite.

Everyone relaxed with relieved laughter.

A Zhen was the most lively, coming over to massage Ye Baoling’s shoulders, Eldest Miss, would you like some coffee?

Ye Baoling: Thank you, not for now.

Some, eager to climb the social ladder, stirred restlessly: Eldest Miss, can I still join your team?

Me too!

And me!

A Zhen scolded them playfully, Now you don’t care about performance metrics?

What did performance matter compared to polishing the eldest miss’s shoes?

But being clever, they didn’t say it outright: The eldest miss will surely lead us to new heights.

Too late! The chance is gone.

Ye Baoling, however, bore no grudges. She did need another partner and asked, If you want to join my team, I need someone with strong English skills.

To expand into European and American markets, language proficiency was essential.

A Zhen’s English was decent, Gao Lizhen’s was average—Ye Baoling needed a top performer.

Yang Baozhu, sitting in the corner, was the first to raise her hand: Manager Ye, I studied in the U.S. since middle school. Would I qualify?

Ye Baoling had an impression of Yang Baozhu.

Efficient, capable, and beautiful – having studied abroad in America, her English is undoubtedly proficient. She was the perfect choice.

Another man raised his hand: I also studied in the UK, and I’m male. You need a male colleague on your team. I can handle the heavy lifting when needed.

Ye Baoling smiled: If I need manual labor, I’d rather hire security guards. Yang Baozhu it is.

Yang Baozhu jumped up happily, explaining with a laugh: I wanted to join your team yesterday, but I was worried the performance would be too poor and the new team would eventually get cut… I was wrong, I wasn’t brave enough.

Ye Baoling: It’s not too late to join now.

The others teased: With your names – Baozhu, Baoling, A Zhen – you all sound so precious.

A Zhen laughed: Of course.

Gao Lizhen had been working diligently all along. She came over to tell Ye Baoling: The news says Xian Bi is arriving in Macau tomorrow. We probably can’t schedule a meeting for tomorrow – should we arrange for the day after?

Ye Baoling nodded: That works. A Zhen, you handle the appointment.

A Zhen understood the situation well and had good English, so external communications were usually her responsibility.

At noon, Ye Baoling followed her usual routine and went to find Wang Simin first. Wang Simin was currently in the logistics department, surrounded by colleagues asking about what happened on the 29th floor that morning.

When Sister Mei and Uncle Yuan saw Ye Baoling enter, they greeted her with the enthusiasm of devotees seeing a bodhisattva.

Sister Mei: I can’t call you A Ling anymore – I have to address you as Manager Ye, Young Miss now!

Uncle Yuan said belatedly: I always knew Baoling wasn’t an ordinary person like us! Her aura is different from everyone else’s.

Wang Simin retorted: Uncle Yuan, that’s not what you used to say.

Uncle Yuan: I didn’t say it out loud, but I truly thought it in my heart.

Everyone chatted and laughed together for quite a while.

Only when Gu Man’er arrived did Ye Baoling and Wang Simin go to lunch together.

Sitting in their usual cha chaan teng, this meal was Ye Baoling’s treat.

Wang Simin grinned playfully: Young Miss, can I order the most expensive items?

Go ahead. But don’t talk to me in that fake high-pitched voice. She couldn’t stand affected cute voices.

Wang Simin still replied in the same affected tone: As you wish, Young Miss.

Gu Man’er said: I want the most expensive too.

Since both her friends had helped her tremendously today, Ye Baoling said: Order!

Waiter, I’ll have Set A with an extra roasted goose leg – the right one.

Same for me, but I want the left leg.

After ordering, Wang Simin asked: Was my performance acceptable today?

Ye Baoling gave her a thumbs up: Absolutely OK! Fearless in the face of authority, calm in crisis, quick to react…

I never imagined there would come a day when I could cling to the Young Miss of the Ye family. From now on, can I throw my weight around in the company, swagger about and bully others?

Wang Simin successfully made them all laugh.

Gu Man’er teased her: Tsk tsk, comparing yourself to a dog – Wang Simin, you’re such a bootlicker.

Wang Simin suddenly grew concerned: Will Qi Yuxiu get fired? Will my position as head of security become unstable?

Ye Baoling: I can’t guarantee the manager position, but I can help you secure a supervisor role. From now on, you’ll be in charge of security, cleaning, vehicles, and internal affairs for me.

Wang Simin immediately perked up with sycophantic enthusiasm: No problem at all. Whatever my master says, I’ll do.

Ye Baoling: You’re competent enough—the supervisor position is rightfully yours. It’s just that you lack connections and aren’t from an influential background, so it wasn’t your turn before.

These words nearly moved Wang Simin to tears. You really think I’m capable?

Ye Baoling patted her head. I truly do. Look how well you handled things this morning—so agile, managing to outmaneuver both Shen Wanjie and Qi Yuxiu.

Gu Man’er added, Withstanding pressure from two senior executives really takes remarkable courage.

The three raised their drink glasses and clinked them lightly.

Wang Simin declared heartily, How about dinner together tonight? My treat!

Ye Baoling shook her head. Can’t. I have to go home and await my critique.

Will your grandfather scold you?

I exposed all the shady dealings in his company and made him lose face—he’s definitely going to reprimand me.

As Ye Baoling predicted, upon returning home from work and entering the third-floor study of the Hall of Flourishing Harmony, she immediately heard Ye Qizu berating Ye Kaimin.

You didn’t even know where your daughter was working! You have no idea what she’s been doing—completely kept in the dark! What kind of father are you!

Ye Kaimin had already been informed of Ye Baoling’s remarkable achievements that morning. Being scolded by the old man, he actually felt the reprimand was a form of praise.

Ye Kaimin said, Baoling has done so much for the company. Though her methods were a bit radical, the outcome was positive…

Ye Qizu snorted coldly. What? Should I be praising her instead?

Standing nearby, Ye Baoling reminded her grandfather, Back when you didn’t know Gu Baolin was me, you praised me many times. I heard you even spent over ten minutes commending me at a company executive meeting once… Now that I’m your granddaughter, I’m no longer worthy of praise? Do you also believe, Grandfather, that your granddaughter Ye Baoling is less outstanding than my maternal grandmother’s granddaughter Gu Baolin?

Such sharp retorts!

Ye Qizu, left speechless, snapped, If you wanted to work at the company, you should have told me earlier. When you discovered problems, you should have communicated with us sooner. Do you feel proud making fools out of us?

Ye Baoling replied, When you arranged for Ye Baoshun to intern at Ye Qingtang, I asked why you didn’t arrange for me to join the company too. What was your response then, Grandfather…?

Ye Qizu looked at his granddaughter. He didn’t remember this incident and, of course, had no recollection of how he had responded.

Ye Baoling continued, You completely ignored me and skipped right over my question. If I had told the family in advance, I wouldn’t even have had the chance to enter Ye Qingtang. Weren’t you all just looking down on my lower education, afraid I’d embarrass you at the company? I got into Ye Qingtang on my own merit and climbed up step by step through my own efforts. I haven’t disgraced you, have I?

Ye Qizu truly had no way to refute Ye Baoling’s excellence. You haven’t disgraced me, but you made me lose face at the company.

Wasn’t that just deserved?

Ye Qizu tapped his finger on the desk. You saw so many situations at the company’s grassroots level, you discovered problems—why didn’t you tell me earlier? Instead of speaking up, you quietly gathered evidence, waiting for others to set the stage for a show, making me the clown on that stage!

This was what angered Ye Qizu the most today.

Ye Baoling: Grandfather, after such a grand performance today, all you noticed was me making you lose face? If Grandfather completely lacks the capacity for self-reflection, then you can only end up embarrassed, and today’s humiliation would have been for nothing. Leaf Pure Tea in your hands is just like that—no wonder it’s become a stronghold for connections.

Ye Kaimin couldn’t help but take a sharp, refreshing breath upon hearing his daughter scold his father—why did it feel so satisfying?!

Ye Qizu was so enraged that he picked up the nearby cane, wanting to strike someone, but couldn’t actually do it, so he hit the sofa instead. How outrageous! Ye Baoling, have you become addicted to lecturing me? You have no sense of propriety at all.

Seeing that she had sufficiently provoked the old man, Ye Baoling knew when to stop. She still needed to continue climbing the corporate ladder and find a way to get the Ugly King Jade Pendant from him. From any perspective, she couldn’t afford to truly offend the old man.

Her tone softened slightly. Everything I’ve done is not only to prove my own capabilities but also to show that your descendants are no worse than Third Granduncle’s. Didn’t I make you look good in front of Third Granduncle today?

These words truly struck a chord with Ye Qizu. The previously irritable old man, who had just been slamming his cane, couldn’t help but let the corners of his mouth curl upward.

Today, he had summoned his younger brother—Ye Kaisen’s father, Ye Qizong—and given him a thorough scolding.

He had indeed vented his frustrations thoroughly and felt immensely relieved.

See, Grandfather, you’re smiling.

When did I smile? Ye Qizu refused to admit it.

Ye Baoling asked Ye Kaimin, Dad, didn’t Grandfather just smile?

Ye Kaimin didn’t dare provoke the old man further and quickly signaled his daughter: Enough, enough. Hurry up and apologize to Grandfather.

Why should she apologize?

But Ye Baoling still lowered her stance a bit: Grandfather, in the future, I’ll definitely report to you first when anything happens, but on the condition that you trust me.

Ye Qizu glanced at his granddaughter again, unable to resist giving a warning first: Although you made a big splash at the company today and dealt with a whole circle of people, you mustn’t become arrogant. The greatest fear for anyone is achieving success young and then growing complacent—your accomplishments could easily become like a meteor, fleeting and gone in an instant.

Ye Baoling couldn’t help but retort with a laugh: Meteors don’t vanish in an instant; it’s that human vision is limited and can’t keep up with a meteor’s speed.

!!!

Before the old man could explode, she quickly added: Of course, I’m not saying I’m a meteor. I’m just Ye Baoling, your granddaughter—ordinary and average, but I’ve inherited a tiny bit of your wisdom, which is still sufficient for now.

That last line—inherited a tiny bit of your wisdom—finally pleased Ye Qizu.

Go on, what are your thoughts moving forward?

Ye Baoling countered: What are your thoughts, Grandfather?

My thoughts? You’re still young and lack experience. You need more training. At most, I can give you a deputy director position.

Ye Baoling didn’t waste words. Grandfather, let’s make a deal.

What kind of deal?

Currently, Leaf Pure Tea’s market expansion is facing a bottleneck. I’ve noticed that sales growth has been relatively slow in recent years. The markets in Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, and Southeast Asia are almost saturated. We urgently need to explore new markets…

This struck a chord with Ye Qizu. You’re right. We do need to explore new markets. Last month, I was discussing with Lin Zhong about expanding into the Japanese and Korean markets. What, are you interested in that?

Ye Baoling nodded slightly. I want to do the opposite—first expand into the European and American markets. Once it becomes popular there, the Japanese and Korean markets, which just follow European and American trends, will fall into place naturally.

But… we make herbal tea. Breaking into European and American markets is too difficult.

Traditional herbal tea is, but iced tea is different. I can try using iced tea as a stepping stone to break into those markets.

You mentioned making a deal with me earlier. What kind of deal?

Ye Baoling: I’ll remain as deputy manager in the marketing department. If I successfully open up the European and American markets and achieve sales at least on par with Port City, it will prove I’m capable not only in promotion and marketing but also in market expansion and sales. Then, asking to become a vice president of Leaf Pure Tea wouldn’t be unreasonable, right?

Ye Qizu stayed silent, but Ye Kaimin quickly nodded in agreement. Not unreasonable at all.

After entering the European and American markets, if I can achieve sales double that of Port City within a year, that would be a huge success, right? If I accomplish that, I want to become a group vice president. If sales reach triple Port City’s volume, I don’t just want to be a group vice president—I want a seat on the board of directors.

Hearing his daughter’s ambitions grow increasingly grand, Ye Kaimin found it hard to respond.

Ye Qizu stared at his granddaughter. Regardless of whether Ye Baoling could succeed, he could sense she was a person of remarkable determination.

Such determination was a rare quality among his children and grandchildren.

Fine! I agree.

Having achieved her negotiation goal, Ye Baoling finally smiled happily.

Ye Kaimin felt immensely proud, barely restraining the urge to applaud. His daughter had truly brought him honor. He hurriedly said, Thank you, Dad, for giving Baoling this opportunity.

Ye Qizu shot his son a disapproving look. If your generation had been more capable, I wouldn’t be left with no one to rely on.

After chatting a bit longer, Ye Kaimin brought up something he cared about even more. What should we do about Ye Kaisen? He’s been forming cliques and framing colleagues in the company. We can’t just let him off lightly, can we?

Ye Qizu: Strip him of his position as group vice president. From now on, he’ll only manage Su Man Jewelry. He won’t be involved in the group or Leaf Pure Tea anymore.

That’s it?

Ye Kaimin was somewhat disappointed. Isn’t that letting him off too easily?

Leaf Pure Tea and Su Man Jewelry are the Ye family’s ancestral assets. No matter what, Ye Kaisen is still from our Oldest Branch. He just wanted to compete with Lin Zhong, but compared to the Second Branch, Third Branch, and other shareholders, at least his loyalty lies with us. We can’t cut off our own arm. Besides, with Leaf Pure Tea about to go public, we need stability in senior management—no major disruptions. As for Shen Wanjie, Qi Yuxiu, and the others, dismiss them as appropriate. After we go public, we’ll involve the anti-corruption agency.

Ye Baoling understood perfectly why Ye Qizu was keeping Ye Kaisen around—the old man was a traditional leader who manipulated power dynamics.

He needed two factions, two rival groups, to maintain internal balance.

In Ye Baoling’s view, such tactics were completely outdated and severely drained the company’s internal resources.

But these weren’t her concerns for now.

When Leaf Pure Tea eventually became her Leaf Pure Tea, she could address them then.

Grandfather, if there’s nothing else, I’ll take my leave now.

Seeing Ye Baoling about to leave, Ye Qizu couldn’t resist adding, From now on, don’t go around saying we’re raising a bunch of parasites and people who got in through connections!

If this gets out, it would be a slap in the face for Ye Qizu.

We are a company with human touch. Using outsiders is never as good as using our own people—you need to understand this. Otherwise, how could our century-old establishment have been passed down? Human touch is crucial.

Ye Baoling knew Ye Qizu was just making excuses for himself. She couldn’t be bothered to argue with him—she would show him by clearing out the deadwood in due time.

She teased with a playful smile, That depends on my mood. If no one provokes me, I can stay silent. But if someone crosses me, I’ll definitely speak up—and I won’t hold back.

Ye Qizu was so furious he picked up his cane again, but Ye Baoling had already left with a laugh.

She was heading back to her room to call Ye Huaizhang and summon him for the night—she had matters to discuss with him.

Ye Kais lay sprawled on the sofa while his wife dug out his earwax.

Liang Meiyun whispered, Who would have thought Ye Baoling was quietly pulling off so much behind the scenes? Everyone assumed she was just a clerk in some small company, but now she’s gone and dismantled Ye Qingtang’s operations right under their noses.

Ye Kais, who was as thick as thieves with Ye Kaisen, snorted coldly, And here I thought I’d always looked out for her.

Feng Yufang came back today so furious she nearly smashed the door. If this had been handled privately, it might have been fine, but airing it publicly made the whole company laugh at her family. Don’t you think she’s seething? She’s probably boiling with rage at Ye Baoling but doesn’t dare show it.

Ye Kais hissed in pain, Be gentler.

Liang Meiyun continued, I used to say she was as timid as a quail, that she’d be lucky to marry into a suitable family. Who knew she’d transform so dramatically? Good thing she isn’t a boy—otherwise, our Baoshun wouldn’t stand a chance at inheriting the Oldest Branch’s fortune.

Ye Kais sighed, It’s not exactly secure even now. She could still support her brother.

Half-siblings from different mothers can’t truly be close. Besides, Zheng Junni caused her parents’ divorce—if anything, she should resent them. I actually think she’s been protecting our Baoshun more lately.

Really?

Liang Meiyun nodded, Yes. Baoshun hasn’t been going out much with Baoxin lately. Instead, he’s been getting along well with Baoling—he even offered her his wedding apartment to live in. And when Gong Jiahua gave Baoling those Shanghai specialties, she made sure to save a portion for Baoshun.

Ye Kais mused, If that’s true, then it’s not bad. You should try to show more concern for Baoling and win her over.

Do I need you to tell me that? Liang Meiyun wiped the ear pick clean with a tissue. All done. Let’s get ready for dinner downstairs.

Ye Huaizhang had social engagements today and didn’t return home until nearly one o’clock.

Ye Baoling understood his busy schedule, so this time she went to him from the Blue Brick Tunnel.

Entering his apartment, she found him showering in the bathroom, so she first refreshed the offerings to Guanyin.

Though not particularly devout, she murmured softly, Bodhisattva, please bless me in successfully expanding into the U.S. market and making a fortune. I know that if I pray sincerely, you’ll lend me a hand, won’t you?

Yes!

A voice came from behind, startling her.

She turned to see Ye Huaizhang emerging from the bathroom, fresh from his shower.

Ye Baoling scolded him, You scared me to death!

Ye Huaizhang asked, You want to break into the U.S. market?

Ye Baoling raised an eyebrow, Do you think I can do it?

Ye Huaizhang had a good idea why his wife had made the trip so late. Last time I mentioned that Lisa’s husband is the largest beverage distributor in the U.S., and you were intrigued, weren’t you?

She was.

But Ye Baoling wouldn’t admit it. I’ve always wanted to expand into the U.S. market. It’s just a fortunate coincidence that such a good connection came up—of course I’ll seize the opportunity.

You want me to make the introduction?

Ye Baoling shook her head slightly, An arranged introduction isn’t as reliable as a natural connection.

Then what do you need me to do? Ye Huaizhang tossed his towel into the laundry basket.

Ye Baoling disliked owing others too many favors—even Ye Huaizhang’s, she didn’t want to.

According to the contract we signed when we got married, you still owe me two favors, right? I want to know Lisa and her husband’s preferences. That shouldn’t be difficult for you, should it?

That’s all?

That’s all. Ye Baoling stepped in front of him, tugged at his bathrobe, and cooed, But I’m pressed for time. I need it by tomorrow.

By tomorrow?

Ye Huaizhang placed his hand on her waist. You’re really putting me in a tough spot.

If it weren’t for the tight deadline, I wouldn’t need your help. And I’d be wasting one of my chances to ask you for a favor. As she spoke, she pulled out the mobile phone she had prepared earlier and shoved it into his hand. It’s daytime in the U.S. now—perfect timing.

Ye Huaizhang chuckled helplessly. Last time, you called me a slave driver. Look at you now—you’re the real slave driver.

Making someone work past one in the morning.

I’ll reward you after the call. Ye Baoling hooked her arms around his neck and gave him a kiss.

What could he do when his wife made a request?

He had to comply.

Ye Huaizhang handed the mobile phone back to her. Since international calls on a mobile phone had unstable signals, he went to the study to make the call.

A few minutes later, he returned. They’ll send a fax once they’ve gathered the information. No need to wait up tonight—we can check it tomorrow morning.

Thank you.

At that moment, Ye Baoling was watching a late-night horror movie on TV, so frightened that she hid half her face under the blanket.

He couldn’t resist teasing her. I heard you were causing quite a stir at Ye Qingtang’s today, restoring order like the Monkey King wreaking havoc in heaven—mighty and imposing. And yet, you’re scared of a mere ghost film?

No sooner had Ye Huaizhang finished speaking than a ghostly face suddenly appeared on the screen, accompanied by a surge of eerie sound effects. The couple both yelped and ducked under the covers!

Under the blanket, he caressed her face. Watching horror movies this late—are you a masochist?

Ye Baoling laughed. Not a masochist. I just want a little thrill.

The next moment, ghostly wails echoed outside the blanket, while passion flared within it.

It was indeed thrilling.

Author’s Note:

Ye Qizu: Always treating me like a clown.

Ye Baoling: You’ll get used to it. You’ll have to play the part many more times in the future.