The Song Family's heiress, who is also the future sister-in-law in Ma Junqing and the others' eyes, is none other than Song Meimei.

Song Meimei was gleeful, as if she had seen a prince on a white horse, joyfully smiling as she quickly walked toward Ye Fan.

Mentioning Song Meimei, no one would be unfamiliar. When Ye Fan and Mengyao went to Ba Country, she was the flight attendant Ye Fan saved from terrorist gunfire, and now she's Xu Qianqian's dance teacher. Song Meimei's admiration and affection for Ye Fan are akin to a young girl's adoration for a hero; in his presence, she felt a strong sense of safety and masculine charisma. Despite expressing her feelings to Ye Fan, his rejection and indifference deeply hurt her.

Even so, she couldn't abandon her search for Ye Fan. Even if she couldn't get his contact information from him, she still put in effort to find him, but couldn't find any useful clues. Upon learning of Ye Fan's identity, she appeared in front of him without hesitation.

Actually, she was reluctant to attend this party, but her family insisted, and after much persuasion from several sisters from the five major families, she begrudgingly showed up.

Backstage, she mingled with some sisters from the five major families and did not appear at the bustling party scene.

The heads of the five major families invited Chu Mengyao. Ye Fan's arrogance and the heads' attitude made the surrounding sisters curse Ye Fan, which is how Song Meimei learned of Ye Fan's identity.

Song Meimei left the company of the daughters of the five families and rushed toward Ye Fan as quickly as possible, afraid he might disappear.

She knew that one of the underlying purposes of this party was to have her meet Li Yang and get to know each other.

She resented the marriage arranged by her family, yet sometimes compromises must be made. Comparatively, she would rather be with Ye Fan, caring little for a playboy like Li Yang.

The last time she met Ye Fan and invited him out to dinner, she didn't find out his identity, nor did she reveal her own. To take care of Ye Fan, fearing he hadn't faced such grandeur and would feel uncomfortable, she chose a modest restaurant. However, things are different now. From the heads' attitude toward Ye Fan, she could tell Ye Fan was quite extraordinary.

If truly she could be with Ye Fan, there would be far less opposition from her family.

Of course, this is her one-sided wish.

But now, filled with endless joy, she ran toward Ye Fan.

This scene caused an uproar among the five young masters present.

"There's definitely something fishy going on. That brat Ye Fan has some unspeakable purpose with our future sister-in-law," Zheng Junxian said indignantly.

"What future sister-in-law? It's not even set in stone. Watch your mouth," Chen Xiangsheng scolded, having noted Li Yang's darkened expression.

Li Yang naturally felt uncomfortable. He had heard the Song Family's heiress wasn't interested in him, which actually suited him just fine. He didn't want to marry someone whose maternal family's influence surpassed that of the Li Family, which would restrict his freedom. Not only would he not be able to fool around, but he might also have to look at others' faces.

For a young master accustomed to arrogance and domineering behavior, being deprived of indulgence was unbearable.

If both he and Song Meimei opposed this marriage, their families might consider canceling the union. But chances of that were slim; most likely, they'd have to compromise with the destined marriage arranged by their families.

Then, they'd marry and become conditions for their families to join forces to dominate the business world, hoping feelings would develop over time.

However, seeing Song Meimei's attitude now, Li Yang's rage flared. Even if she wasn't interested in him, she should at least respect his feelings on such an occasion, right?

Li Yang's chosen marriage partner and Ye Fan, who showed no regard for the five major families, seemed so unusual—wasn't this a blatant slap to the Li Family's face?

How could Li Yang, as a man, endure this?

This is how all the attendees see it?

Where does this leave the Northwest's five families?

Isn't this a colossal joke?

"Rumor has it that the Song Family's heiress is traditional. How did she get involved with Ye Fan?" Ma Junqing asked, puzzled. "Such a woman isn't worth it. Dream on if she wants to be our sister-in-law or Li Shao's wife."

"Unchaste, shameless—utterly shameless. Even as the Song Family's heiress, she should have some dignity, right? She's humiliating the Song Family and slapping our faces," Chen Xiangsheng spat disdainfully.

"What on earth is this foolish woman doing?" Zheng Junxian was filled with rage.

Huang Feipeng said, "We need to find a way to sideline the Song Family's heiress. This can't go on. Although few know her identity, there are no secrets in this circle. Once it spreads, the situation will blow up."

"No need, don't worry about it," Li Yang decided after suppressing his anger.

"Li Shao, we can't ignore this matter. It's about face and a man's dignity; we can't turn a blind eye. I know you object to the arranged marriage, but all we can do is offer congratulations. This destiny might fall upon us too. As descendants of the five major families, marriage isn't in our control. Sacrificing a minor marriage for family development is nothing; the family mission is above all," Ma Junqing advised earnestly.

"Exactly. Even if the Song Family's status is high and marrying a powerful wife is stressful, you must endure. After bringing her home, you can gradually tame her. There's no need to act rashly," Huang Feipeng warned.

"We can only advise you. It's best to comply with the family's arranged duties, for your own good and the family's. We have no objections, not because we're oblivious to your dissatisfaction, but because helping you accept reality slowly is the goal. This destined marriage is something even we will have to accept," Chen Xiangsheng said sincerely.

"Li Shao, everyone is right. We can't let our future sister-in-law run wild," Zheng Junxian said.

Li Yang listened to the four's advice, smiling bitterly and saying lightly, "I must follow the family's arrangements. Even if I can't accept it now, I'll get used to it. Song Meimei's reckless behavior only means the Song Family failed in her upbringing, not the Li Family's disgrace. If Song Meimei's reputation in the Song Family worsens, it might be beneficial, not entirely bad for me."

Even the descendants of the five major families have complex minds.

Li Yang, preferring disgrace, wants to see Song Meimei's reputation decline in her family, revealing his deep scheming mind.

"Li Shao, brilliant," the other four young masters expressed their admiration.

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