In the lounge on the west side of the gambling den, only Yan Tiannong and Duan Jiaojiao remained at this moment. Xing Ao, that kid, and Lin Jianghu had disappeared somewhere. In the spacious lounge, Yan Tiannong leaned against the sofa, hands on the sofa's back extension, leisurely saying to Duan Jiaojiao, "Jiaojiao, do you know what Xiaomei is doing now?"

Duan Jiaojiao glared at him, saying, "How would I know? I'm not a god, able to see in all directions and hear from all sides."

Yan Tiannong, with a triumphant expression, said, "Then can't you ask me?"

Unable to stand his smug look, Duan Jiaojiao snorted and said, "Dead ghost, just because you know a little something, you're flaunting it in front of me. Who cares? Be sensible and say it quickly, or don't expect me to serve you tonight."

Yan Tiannong shrugged, indifferent, and said, "If you don't want to serve, then don't. I don't believe you, this woman, can resist."

Duan Jiaojiao, unexpectedly hearing Yan Tiannong say this, was momentarily stunned because every time she spoke like this, Yan Tiannong would always become much more obedient. But today, this stubborn guy seemed to have changed for some reason, displaying a somewhat arrogant posture. Could it be that their daughter Xiaomei had really achieved remarkable success?

Yan Tiannong, rarely seeing Duan Jiaojiao with such a bewildered expression, felt greatly pleased. He didn't continue teasing Duan Jiaojiao's curiosity and solemnly said, "Jiaojiao, do you know that our precious daughter Xiaomei is now the owner of a considerable hotel? She's rich and influential."

Duan Jiaojiao, somewhat unresponsive, murmured, "Owner of a hotel?"

Yan Tiannong put on a look of "you're really an inexperienced countrywoman" and said, "What, are you stupid with joy?"

Duan Jiaojiao came back to her senses, shouted in surprise, "Is it true?"

Yan Tiannong, joyfully and smilingly, said, "Do I need to say it a second time? Ponder over it yourself."

Duan Jiaojiao pounced on Yan Tiannong, licking and kissing his face. It was as if she had returned to her youthful and blooming season. After leaving countless red lip prints on Yan Tiannong's face, Duan Jiaojiao was pushed aside by Yan Tiannong, but she was still unaware, jumping and hopping around as if she were in a dream.

It's no wonder—Duan Jiaojiao had spent half her life in the "wine business," being called here and there had long become a habit. If she didn't serve well, she might even get hit. Poor and humble, how could she ever imagine that one day she would live a comfortable life by merely extending her hand, enjoying a good day through speech and thought? Not being happy in such a situation would indeed be strange.

Yan Tiannong, seeing her lost in a trance, shook his head, walked forward, and slapped her round and plump buttocks. Finally, her wandering thoughts were brought back.

Duan Jiaojiao couldn't help giving Yan Tiannong a glare, saying, "Dead ghost, watch how I drain you dry tonight in bed."

But Yan Tiannong furrowed his brows and said, "My dear, don't get too happy too soon. We were the ones who abandoned Xiaomei back then. Now that she has made a fortune, she's become powerful and influential. I was worried that living in this noisy place might make you and your mother uncomfortable."

Duan Jiaojiao chimed in, "It won't, definitely won't. Little Han, you're worrying too much. Your father-in-law's adaptability is absolutely top-notch; he can adapt to any situation."

Yan Tiannong added, "Yes, absolutely. Little Han, there's no need for you to worry about this. We, as a couple, are already satisfied having a fixed place to stay."

Between the lines, a hint of desolation was revealed.

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Yan Tiannong glanced at Duan Jiaojiao, sighed deeply, and with a distressed expression, said to Xiaozihan, "In this past year, your father-in-law and mother-in-law have experienced all the ups and downs in life, wandering around in the wind and rain, drifting everywhere. We've been searching for a place of our own to settle down, but unfortunately, we're still without a stable home. Our hearts are filled with worry. Today, resorting to theft was truly a desperate move. Perhaps the heavens are punishing us for abandoning our daughter and son. Sigh... Maybe it's deliberate punishment from the heavens for our wrongdoings."

Duan Jiaojiao wiped her tears, choked up, and said, "Little Han, we know we were wrong. If Xiaomei can't forgive us, I really don't want to live anymore. Little Han, you must help us, persuade Xiaomei for us. I understand Xiaomei's personality; she will surely hate us. But with your words, she will forgive us. This child, although she appears cold-hearted, is actually just putting up a defense. If you can make her fall for you, it means she's completely conquered. She will listen to your words for sure."

Xiaozihan was slightly surprised by this heartfelt speech. A trace of admiration appeared in his eyes. "Know your child, no one knows better than their parents," was indeed true. Duan Jiaojiao's deep understanding of Xiaomei indicated that she was not entirely heartless.

Yan Tiannong and Duan Jiaojiao had been staring at Xiao Zihan. Seeing Xiao Zihan deep in thought at this moment, they exchanged a glance, revealing a triumphant smile. However, Xiao Zihan suddenly raised his head, sighed with bitterness, and said, "Then I'll be honest with Father-in-law and Mother-in-law. I've just called Mei'er and earnestly advised her, but..."

"How is it?" Yan Tiannong and Duan Jiaojiao asked simultaneously.

Shaking his head, Xiao Zihan said, "But Mei'er rejected my words with just one sentence. She said..."

"What did she say?" Yan Tiannong and Duan Jiaojiao asked in unison.

"She said, she said..." A fleeting smile appeared in Xiao Zihan's eyes, "She said for you both to go to hell."

"Ah—?" Yan Tiannong and Duan Jiaojiao's expressions changed abruptly, looking at each other, secretly thinking, "Could it be this coincidental?"

Xiao Zihan continued, "She also said that banging your heads against the wall won't work." Seeing Yan Tiannong and Duan Jiaojiao's faces turning from blue to white, he added, "She also said..."

Before he could finish his sentence, a soft and charming laughter echoed from outside the door, accompanied by a burst of hearty laughter.

Amidst the astonishment of Yan Tiannong and Duan Jiaojiao, an extraordinarily graceful and seductive beauty, with alluring curves, gracefully walked in and stopped beside Xiao Zihan. Behind her was an equally tempting and lively beauty. However, the crude laughter disrupted the overall coordination of her charm.

Yan Tiannong and Duan Jiaojiao stared blankly at the person beside Xiao Zihan. A very familiar feeling rose in their hearts. Although Yan Mei was more beautiful than when she was a child, exuding an alluring and noble aura all over her body, completely different from the proud and cold feeling she had in her childhood, Yan Tiannong and Duan Jiaojiao simultaneously recognized the person in front of them as their daughter—Yan Mei.

Yan Mei's incredibly beautiful eyes were fixed on Yan Tiannong and Duan Jiaojiao at this moment. Her gaze was so complex that both of them felt ashamed, lowering their heads and not daring to meet Yan Mei's eyes.

Despite Yan Mei's charming and submissive appearance when she was with Xiao Zihan, enticing and enchanting, allowing Xiao Zihan to "bully" her as he pleased, touching wherever he wanted, if she treated others, her elegant and noble demeanor, a blend of purity and charm, would make people feel inferior. Even her parents couldn't endure her piercing gaze.

Yan Tiannong could brag, and Duan Jiaojiao could boast, but just now, they were just blowing hot air at Xiao Zihan. Now, they felt that they owed Yan Mei too much, and it was something they couldn't make up for.

At this moment, time seemed to freeze, passing slowly and heavily. Just when Yan Tiannong and Duan Jiaojiao almost wanted to rush out the door, Xiao Zihan spoke. With a sigh as gentle as a twilight bell, it struck heavily on Yan Mei, Yan Tiannong, and Duan Jiaojiao's hearts, causing the three of them to startle awake simultaneously, all looking towards Xiao Zihan.

Xiao Zihan slowly said, "The book is only useful when applied, and difficulties are not known unless experienced. Until now, I have realized that solving this matter is far from as simple as I imagined. Mei'er is right, but she harbors hatred in her heart. Father-in-law and Mother-in-law have guilt in their hearts, but they are resolute and unrepentant. How can this matter be resolved? The Buddhist saying goes, 'All things are predestined.' Since the fate between Mei'er and Father-in-law and Mother-in-law is so great, why not let fate lead a long thread to tightly connect you all? Everything in the world can be laughed off; it just depends on whether it's worth laughing off. Mei'er's success comes from her own efforts, but if she had always grown up under the care of Father-in-law and Mother-in-law, she might not have achieved what she has today. And if Father-in-law and Mother-in-law can try to show some affection to Mei'er in the future, it might be a way of repentance, and you won't have to endure the days of wandering in the wind and rain again. In my opinion, this matter can be laughed off; why not do it? Hatred is a double-edged sword that pierces one's heart while stabbing others. Deception is a bladeless knife that will shatter your own hand while cutting others. Mei'er, Father-in-law, and Mother-in-law, it's up to you to handle it."

After Xiao Zihan's words, there was a brief silence. Suddenly, Yan Mei burst into laughter. Her slender, white fingers playfully jabbed at Xiao Zihan's head as she gently said, "You really know how to talk, always claiming you've never attended a day of school. How did you come up with all this wisdom? What 'Buddhist saying: All things are predestined' and whatever else. Hehe, but Mei'er admits you convinced her. Hey, where did you learn all this?"

Xiao Zihan clasped his hands together and said, "The Buddha says, 'What cannot be said, should not be said.' Hahaha."

Yan Tiannong and Duan Jiaojiao looked at each other, both revealing smiles.

"Dad, Mom." "Mei'er." The three of them simultaneously called out and laughed together.

"Damn it, Big Brother Han is really impressive. Every word he says leads to success. Why do I admire you more and more, Big Brother Han? Come on, give me a kiss. Muah—Bang—"

Under the astonished gaze of Yan Tiannong and Duan Jiaojiao, Ah He, with his rosy lips, quickly planted a kiss on Xiao Zihan's mouth, without even giving him a chance to dodge.

At this moment, Xing Ao and Lin Jianghu happened to enter from outside. Having just engaged in a lively fight, feeling the intense heat, Xing Ao couldn't bear it anymore. He yelled and flew out, heading to find Dong Qing.

As for Lin Jianghu, his handsome face initially turned red, but unconsciously, he remembered the beautiful woman who had slapped him earlier in the day. He couldn't help but touch his cheek, still faintly showing the red mark, and smiled.