The Wealthy and Influential Fiancé Has the Ability to Read Minds
Chapter 64
Ye Shuyan told Tang Nuan to sleep a little longer, but she couldn’t sleep at all. Once she was sure Ye Shuyan had left, she quickly turned over and sat up. After a while, she crept to the door and peeked outside. Seeing that the living room was empty, she guessed Ye Shuyan might have gone to the gym or the study and hurriedly tiptoed out.
At the entrance, she bumped into a wall of flesh.
Her waist was caught, and a smiling voice came from above, “Why the hurry? Did you do something bad?”
Tang Nuan rubbed her forehead and looked up at him, irritated by his accusation. Who exactly is doing something bad here?
But how did he end up here? It was as if he knew what she was up to and had specifically positioned himself to catch her.
Ye Shuyan chuckled softly, not teasing her further. He handed her a food box and a bag. “Alright, I know you’re busy too. Here’s breakfast. And this is a gift.” As he spoke, he gently patted her head and said softly, “I hope you like it.”
Tang Nuan took them with a feigned calmness. “Thank you. You go ahead with your work.” She rushed downstairs with excitement.
Once home, she immediately opened the gift bag. Inside was a set of jewelry, made of jade. The design was classic and elegant, clearly not something that would appeal to Assistant Wen’s taste. Tang Nuan couldn’t help but feel a warm joy in her heart.
She held it up and tried it in front of the mirror. It would look beautiful with an ancient-style updo and a qipao. Her lips unconsciously curled into a smile.
Upstairs, Ye Shuyan also smiled with satisfaction. He hoped that one day, when he returned from a business trip, he could personally help her try on the jewelry.
But before that, he needed to deal with the troubles of the Ye family first…
Ye Shuyan adjusted his tie, left the house, and resumed his role as the cold, unapproachable heir of the Ye family.
In the following days, Ye Shuyan was extremely busy, and so was Tang Nuan. The adaptation of the “Nine Spring” script was progressing smoothly, and now the crew and team were starting preparations. There were many things she needed to check on-site personally.
However, no matter how busy he was, Ye Shuyan managed to appear every morning and evening. In the mornings, he would come down with a food box to have breakfast with her. In the evenings, if it wasn’t too late, he would come by to knock on her door. It wasn’t really about anything serious; he would just find a way to tease her and engage in a bit of teasing. It seemed like these moments could erase the fatigue of the day. Regardless, after seeing him off, Tang Nuan would always sleep soundly.
On this day, Tang Nuan and Ji Yun reviewed the project progress at Li Qiuqiu’s house.
Ji Yun teased Tang Nuan, “President Ye’s return makes such a difference, doesn’t it? He’s full of energy every day.”
Tang Nuan rolled her eyes, “Every day he’s full of energy. Look at you, are you really that energetic?”
Ji Yun couldn’t imagine, “He’s the one making you angry? Are you sure you’re not the one making him angry?”
Tang Nuan thought about how Ye Shuyan had eaten the last two pickled chicken feet that Tang Jinxin had prepared for her this morning and still felt a bit disgruntled. “Haha, don’t be fooled by his appearance. That guy is quite scheming.”
Li Qiuqiu said with a hint of sadness, “I don’t keep dogs at home, so please don’t casually sprinkle dog food.”
Ji Yun sighed, “Ah, only you get to see the other side of Young Master Ye.” She then excitedly took out her phone and said, “Speaking of dog food, Tang Nuan, what you’re experiencing is just a small show compared to the big spectacle.”
“Come and see, what’s the ‘industrial sugar’ for Second Ye and Jiang Miao today?”
It turned out that three days ago, Ye Shuchen and Jiang Miao made a high-profile return to the country.
After Jiang Miao was forced out of the entertainment industry, she was sent abroad by the Jiang family. At that time, Ye Shuchen went after her, and to everyone’s surprise, just over two months later, the two dropped two major bombs on the industry.
The first bombshell was the revelation that Ye Shuchen was a hidden big shot. The second was that, after enduring difficulties abroad, Ye Shuchen and Jiang Miao ended up together.
The two were photographed hand in hand disembarking from a private jet, and the photos were shared with the “Father’s Worries Alliance” group.
Ye Shuchen, tall and slender in a black trench coat, still maintained his usual rogue appearance. However, his gaze towards Jiang Miao was filled with deep affection.
Jiang Miao had changed a lot, appearing a bit thinner than before, with a look that was less innocent and more resilient. She looked at Ye Shuchen with a very sweet smile.
Ji Yun was flipping through the messages in the group and commented on the photo, “Given the distance and angle, it’s clearly not taken by a passerby. I thought they were just making a high-profile announcement of their return, but it turns out they’re flaunting their romance everywhere like they’re not sparing any expense.”
“Damn, did they go ring shopping today?” Li Qiuqiu and Tang Nuan leaned in curiously. In the photo, Ye Shuchen and Jiang Miao were intimately browsing through a catalog in a K Jewelry store, their gazes locked and the air seemingly filled with sweet pink bubbles.
Many people in the group were already asking if they were getting engaged.
Ji Yun couldn’t help but complain, “K Jewelry is a top-tier brand. How could they not have a VIP room? And they just happened to be spotted by people in the industry? And the photographer’s skills are so spot-on?”
Li Qiuqiu flipped through the messages and said, “It’s actually better for them to be high-profile at this time. If they were low-key, President Ye, Ye Shuchen, and Jiang Miao would be the subject of gossip, especially Jiang Miao.”
The dramatic twist of Jiang Miao, who had been obsessively pursuing Ye Shuchen and even resorted to underhanded methods to interfere in others’ relationships, eventually becoming Ye Shuyan’s younger brother’s girlfriend, was in some ways more eye-catching than Ye Shuchen being a hidden big shot.
“But if they’re high-profile, the discussions will shift to Ye Shuyan and Tang Nuan.”
As Li Qiuqiu mentioned, after Ye Shuchen and Jiang Miao returned to the country, they flaunted their relationship everywhere. The group chat was filled with updates about their whereabouts and activities. Ye Shuchen patiently accompanied Jiang Miao on shopping trips, gazing at her with admiration as she tried on clothes, worried about her during hiking with a look of concern and affection…
The once notorious playboy now seemed to have eyes only for one woman. When a playboy is willing to settle down for someone, their charm is undeniable.
As people saw more and more of this, they began to think that Jiang Miao had just loved the wrong person before and now, after much hardship, had found her happiness. She was still the envy of many.
In contrast, Tang Nuan, who was previously considered fortunate, seemed to pale in comparison. What is was special about her being Young Master Ye’s fiancée? Ye Shuchen was always working, would he personally pick out gifts for her? Would he accompany her on shopping trips? Would he play with her?
It is important to note that for women, marriage is like drinking water—its warmth or chill is known only to oneself. Compared to wealth and power, thoughtfulness and companionship bring more happiness.
Even the one who previously seemed to have it all over Jiang Miao might not be as superior anymore.
Previously, Ye Shuchen had a nearly fifty-billion-dollar project with the Jiang family in limbo due to Tang Nuan having a conflict with the Jiang family. Ye Zhenghong wanted to take over, but such a large project couldn’t bypass Ye Shuyan. It wasn’t that Ye Shuyan disagreed, but the Jiang family didn’t want to benefit Ye Shuyan, considering they had other options besides the Ye family.
However, with Ye Shuchen not being a playboy anymore and with the impending marriage alliance with the Jiang family, he could naturally take on this project, and if needed, a new team could be assembled for Ye Shuchen.
If Ye Shuchen could succeed, the Jiang family’s support for him would increase, and with the favor of the Ye family’s elders, it could eventually affect Ye Shuchen’s status. It would be uncertain who would truly lead the Ye Group in the future.
Ji Yun said, “Besides this reason, there’s another possibility of boosting Ye Shuchen’s image.”
“Isn’t Director Ye going to hold a welcome banquet for Ye Shuchen? I heard they’re inviting a lot of friends. Our family received an invitation too.”
“I heard from my father that Director Ye has been spending all his time on the golf course, boasting to various old friends about how capable Ye Shuchen is, and he’s extremely proud.”
Tang Nuan’s first reaction to this was to recall Shen Jinhua’s comment on Ye Zhenghong: Director Ye is a big chatterbox.
Li Qiuqiu clearly thought the same, and ridiculed, “Hasn’t he not talked badly about Tang Nuan anymore?”
After saying this, the three exchanged looks and couldn’t help but laugh.
Once they stopped laughing, Li Qiuqiu asked Tang Nuan, “Has Young Master Ye mentioned this? Are you guys going to his welcome banquet?”
Tang Nuan shook her head. “Ye Shuyan hasn’t mentioned it yet. I don’t think we’ll go. It doesn’t seem necessary.”
This wasn’t a must-attend event. Ye Zhenghong was paving the way for Ye Shuyan, inviting a wide and varied group of people. For Ye Shuyan, it was entirely a waste of time, and Ye Zhenghong might not even want Ye Shuyan to go.
After all, Ye Shuyan and Ye Shuchen don’t have a good relationship. If Ye Shuyan goes, it could lead to ridicule, and he would inevitably overshadow Ye Shuchen. In the circle, people can talk about personal matters, but when it comes to business, interests come first.
Even if Ye Shuchen has potential, he’s still just a junior to be observed. The information about him abroad is still just rumors, while Ye Shuyan is a proven asset.
Ji Yun sighed, “I was thinking of being your plus-one for the event. I definitely want to be part of such excitement.”
“But it’s okay if you don’t go. Jiang Miao will definitely be there, and they might compare you to her.” She pointed to the photo on her phone of Ye Shuchen tenderly applying a bandage to Jiang Miao’s foot, “Your Ye Shuyan might not compare to Ye Shuchen in this regard.”
Tang Nuan couldn’t help but wrinkle her nose, feeling indignant. How could he be inferior? Looks can be deceiving. Ye Shuyan definitely isn’t worse than Ye Shuchen. He has even cared for her when she was sick and made her porridge.
However, she wasn’t used to discussing her relationship with Ye Shuyan, and there was still a bit of distance between them.
Thinking of this, Tang Nuan buried herself in analyzing data. She didn’t care about the gossip; once she achieved real results, all this would fade away.
Just like with Ye Shuyan, who would dare discuss him?
However, when Tang Nuan returned home that evening, she received a notification from Ye Shuyan: “Prepare yourself. We’ll attend Ye Shuchen’s welcome party in a week.”
At that moment, Tang Nuan was sitting on the sofa, studying actor profiles in front of the TV. Ye Shuyan walked in through the door—he somehow knew her door code and had shamelessly recorded his own fingerprint.
Tang Nuan couldn’t stop him, so she decided to ignore his presence.
But when he sat down next to her and casually dropped this statement, Tang Nuan was surprised and turned to look at him, “We’re going?”
“Yes,” Ye Shuyan nodded, handing her a stack of documents. “Take a look at this.” He then turned off all the handsome faces on the TV.
Tang Nuan: …
“You’re so childish.”
Ye Shuyan gestured at the documents he gave her, “This isn’t childish.”
Tang Nuan flipped through the pages and found basic information about the heads of various families and young elites, including what their companies do, key projects, and general development directions.
She was puzzled, “What’s this?”
Ye Shuyan said, “This is the guest list for Ye Shuchen’s welcome party.”
Tang Nuan was still confused, “What does that have to do with me?”
Ye Shuyan reached out and brushed her hair, which was loose behind her head. He seemed particularly fond of her hair. “Of course it matters. Didn’t I say I’d help you find a chance to get even?”
Tang Nuan recalled him saying this when he returned from his business trip that night. She found it amusing then and still found it amusing now. “How so?”
Ye Shuyan played with the ends of her hair and joked, “Tang Nuan, if you want to invest, you need to expand your network. My father has gone through a lot of trouble gathering everyone here. Shouldn’t you make full use of it?”
He wanted her to compete with Ye Shuchen for connections? Tang Nuan hesitated a bit, “Will that work?” She had confidence in Ye Shuyan, but it seemed he meant for her to handle it herself.
Ye Shuyan looked at her, “Tang Nuan, everyone knows about Ye Shuchen’s reckless behavior in recent years, and his so-called abilities are just rumors. But you, on the other hand, have earned over a hundred million from the Jiang family under everyone’s noses. That marketing case has already spread widely, and most people know about it.”
Tang Nuan couldn’t help but straighten her waist. She was indeed proud of that accomplishment.
Ye Shuyan smiled, “But the Ye family doesn’t know yet.”
Tang Nuan’s eyes lit up. Just as Li Qiuqiu had analyzed, the Jiang family wouldn’t have informed Ye Zhenghong about their loss to her, and those who came into contact with Ye Zhenghong would also avoid mentioning it out of consideration for the Jiang family’s face…
In that case, she guessed that if she attended the party, even if Ye Zhenghong didn’t mention it, Sun Wanqiu would use this matter to mock her in order to please Jiang Miao. And at that time…
If they went all out to brand her as incompetent and wasteful, she would fight back right under everyone’s eyes!
However… Tang Nuan looked at the materials in her hands and still felt uncertain about competing for connections.
Finally, Ye Shuyan used his trump card, “If you don’t want to go, it’s fine to take your time to build your network. At most, I can support you.”
Tang Nuan’s expression stiffened, and her eyes became determined, “I’ll go!”
Ye Shuyan: …
He was really not pleased.
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President Ye: Nuan Nuan, you need to grow up quickly. I want to get married.