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Li Yan placed significant importance on the news conveyed by Guan Ziyi. However, this did not prevent him from relaxing at the moment.

Enemies, some are in the open, some in the shadows. And he himself, was in the shadows. If just a few enemies gave him immense pressure, then he wouldn't be worthy of King's title or of being "their" leader.

Although Feng Wuqing had already ordered his return, the loss of Peng Duandao and Liu Yunqing was not insignificant for "their" organization, especially in terms of their public reputation. King's return must resurrect "their" prestige. And King's return would undoubtedly incite those assassins who thought they had enough strength to challenge him, eager to step on him to rise.

These, Li Yan casually set aside in his mind. What he was worried about now was how to face Zhang Yurong and Yue Yao!

In the end, they had to meet eventually, and today's special situation, even a bit awkward, was relatively easier to resolve. Waiting until tomorrow would make it even more inappropriate. With such thoughts in mind, Li Yan came out of the bedroom, walked a circle downstairs, but did not see any sign of Zhang Yurong and Yue Yao.

Arriving downstairs, Mrs. Liu stated that lunch was ready and invited them to dine. It was already late, but because of the incidents upon returning, nobody was in the mood to think about eating.

Li Yan unceremoniously went to the dining room first, and after waiting a few minutes, Zhang Yurong and Yue Yao gracefully arrived.

Seeing the two stunning beauties, Li Yan couldn't help but be stunned, was this a fashion show? Earlier in the room, he saw Zhang Yurong wearing an off-white sleeveless long dress, and Yue Yao in a strap dress. But now, both had changed into nightgowns, both in pale pink girly styles. The difference was Zhang Yurong's seemed conservative and proper, yet with cute designs and patterns, while Yue Yao's was on the sexier side.

"Why did you two... change clothes again?" Li Yan broke the silence with this remark.

Zhang Yurong and Yue Yao sat down and oddly asked, "We took a bath and changed clothes, is there a problem? We're not going out this afternoon, is it not okay to wear pajamas for comfort?"

"Yes, of course, it's okay. I was just wondering... didn't you just change clothes, why change again?"

"Change what clothes? I only changed into these pajamas," Yue Yao looked at Li Yan strangely.

Zhang Yurong nodded, "Exactly! Why? You want us to keep changing clothes for you to see?"

Li Yan was speechless, what kind of remark is that! Clearly, it is you two who keep changing clothes in front of me, yet refuse to admit it!

He could not thoroughly analyze these women's psychological antics, and could only accept it. "Haha, yes, it might be my eyes playing tricks on me, I saw it wrong."

"What did you see? Saw us in other clothes?"

"What do you want us to wear?"

The two started questioning one after another.

Seeing their expressions, Li Yan found it amusing: "Still pretending! Didn't you just change into a white sleeveless long dress? And you were in a strap dress? Within this short while, you've changed into pajamas, yet acting as if you haven't worn them."

Zhang Yurong and Yue Yao were astonished, glanced at each other, and then shook their heads together: "You're mistaken; I didn't wear anything like that!"

Their simultaneous reaction and denial indicated one thing—neither of them had changed into those dresses. In other words, Li Yan was hallucinating; they hadn't even met Li Yan.

In such a subtle way, Li Yan pondered for a moment before silently laughing. He never expected that even when it came to saving face, Zhang the CEO wouldn't hesitate to dodge blame! Yet, with their proactive blame-dodging, even his share of awkwardness vanished.

He patted his forehead, pretending to realize: "Right, it was my mistake! I fantasized seeing you dressed like that and thought it was earlier. Getting old, too tired... let's eat!"

Seeing him dive into the food, finally catching up with the pace, Zhang Yurong and Yue Yao exchanged a glance and revealed a faint smile. This was, of course, the two who had hurriedly fled just now, coming up with an idea on the spur of the moment. This way, even with mutual understanding, there's no need for direct admission, avoiding a lot of awkwardness.

...

"Li Yan, may I ask how you managed to escape just now? You were alone, and they had ten people, yet they let you run away like this? Were they all useless?" Zhang Yurong asked the question in her mind.

Li Yan had long known it wouldn't be easy to fool her, the CEO of a listed company, no less. How could she be so easily pacified? Once she focused, even the slightest oversight at the time could lead her to detect issues upon careful reflection.

However, in this regard, Li Yan had been prepared, and Yue Yao would help cover for him.

"Whether they are useless I don't know, but I certainly knew that for me to defeat more than a dozen people alone was quite difficult. However, as the old saying goes, shoot the horse first, capture the leader first! I first taunted their leader into a one-on-one duel, agreeing that if I lost, I wouldn't resist and they could deal with me as they wished. If I won, they'd give me a second chance, where we'd have a car race showdown.

Before I went, I had taken a wrench from a taxi driver, and I used a do-or-die approach, forcing him to retreat. In front of so many subordinates, he had agreed to my terms and ultimately had to give me a chance to race.

And once in the car, that was my strong suit. Once the car started, whether in skills, car performance, or weight load, I fully dominated and quickly gained victory. I could have caught up with you quickly, but to keep them from knowing our residence, I drove far into the city and only returned after shaking them off."

Faced with Li Yan's articulate storytelling, Zhang Yurong pondered silently about the plausibility of it. Yue Yao cooperated by praising, "Is Li Yan's brother-in-law's driving skill that superb? Unimaginable... hehe, by your look, you don't seem like a car enthusiast."

This interrupted Zhang Yurong's thoughts, and she interjected, "He indeed did not boast about this, in terms of driving, he's a madman, regular people can't compare with him. Just never thought, it'd have a life-saving use one day."

Finally having resolved the matter, Li Yan sighed with relief.

But Zhang Yurong wasn't done yet. In dangerous times, she only worried about safety. Now that everyone was safe, naturally, she thought of other issues.

"May I ask where you've been wandering these days without returning home? What affairs kept you away for so long?"

On this topic, Yue Yao slightly shrugged, indicating helplessness and unable to help him, leaving Li Yan to resolve it himself. However, Li Yan found it amusing, oh wife, this side is so different from your usual image! You're the ice-cold goddess, yet acting like a little woman pestering your husband's whereabouts is quite an adjustment!

Of course, he could only tease her in his heart while externally reciting the prepared lines.

"Speaking of fooling around, this was authorized mischief! Our CEO especially granted me leave, and I didn't expect those Beihai people to have such whimsical ideas, today playing here, tomorrow wanting to play there, so it took so long. Ah! Speaking of which, I covered quite a few expenses and need to apply for reimbursement from the company..."

Zhang Yurong couldn't help but laugh, but indeed, as he said, it was something she approved, so no one to blame but herself.

"Alright, stop pretending! These few days you accompanied Miss Shinohara, did you behave improperly? Did you do anything embarrassing?"

Li Yan shook his head, everyone was voluntarily happy, it can't be considered impolite, right?

"What impression did Miss Shinohara have of you as an escort?" Zhang Yurong just wanted to ask, exercising her wife's privilege, nothing more!

To suspect Li Yan of infidelity, he might have the inclination, but the other party also has to be willing! Obviously, Shinohara Mirai was bored playing around in Beihai Country, so she came to Yun Country. Such a wealthy young lady, what kind of men hadn't she seen? How could she have any interest in a man she just met in Yun Country within a few days?

"She should have a very good impression, right? I heard them say that my thoughtful arrangements and safety measures gave them peace of mind, allowing them to sleep soundly till dawn. Perhaps they might even propose recruiting me to work in Beihai Country..."

Listening to Li Yan's bragging, Yue Yao chuckled, "Li Yan brother-in-law, are you sure they were discussing you?"

This remark amused the slightly agitated Zhang Yurong into a hearty laugh.

"Are you saying this to claim credit? Should I promote and give you a raise?" Zhang Yurong glared at him playfully.

Li Yan sighed sadly at her and said: "Promotion and raise are too much to hope for, but I wish my boss wouldn't sell me out again for customer appeasement. If someone really takes me back to Beihai Country and the boss agrees, then I really might be in a tragic spot!"

Hearing him say this, seeming genuinely concerned, Zhang Yurong felt a bit guilty. If it were merely a boss-subordinate relationship, so be it, but he is her husband!

"Sorry! It won't happen again next time..."

Hearing Zhang Yurong's apology, Li Yan couldn't help but blush. He had developed some feelings with two young ladies outside, and upon returning, it was his wife apologizing, which made him feel a bit guilty. (Fifth update, asking for Monthly Pass support!)

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