The Wealthy Tycoon's Game of Life

Chapter 1274: Chapter 488: Stealthy Home Invasion (Part 2)

Even though they’ve lost the special significance of the opening dance, Zhou Wang and Ding Yi’s pairing still caught the attention of many. Some were marveling at how this golden couple matched so well in appearance and aura, others were analyzing whether Zhou Wang’s move had any hidden meaning. There were those grinning like aunts, and others... were simply jealous.

Yes, just jealous.

Xia Xiwei, who had just gotten up and hadn’t had time to find Zhou Wang, couldn’t figure out why she was feeling such emotions.

But she knew she had inexplicably fallen into it.

After all, matters of the heart are supposed to be irrational, right?

Whether it’s a strange sense of possessiveness or merely an attraction to that man, Xia Xiwei knows she wants to replace Ding Yi and become the only girlfriend Zhou Wang acknowledges.

... Unfortunately, it seems she’s a beat too slow, letting Ding Yi, who knows Zhou Wang better, take the lead.

Beside her, Yan Baiqiu asked, somewhat puzzled, ”Isn’t she Ding Baiyu’s daughter? Is she familiar with Zhou Wang?”

Then Yan Baiqiu expressed some dissatisfaction, ”Zhou Wang seems quite mature, but why does he seem a bit disoriented at the moment? Even if he wants to dance with other women, it should be after you...”

Xia Xiwei was about to defend Zhou Wang, but a bold thought suddenly stirred her heart. She smiled at Yan Baiqiu and Yan Siyun and said:

”Mother, Aunt, why don’t I take you to meet Zhou Wang’s parents?”

”Now? That’s fine... I was planning to wait until the banquet ended for Zhou Wang to introduce them, but no harm in doing it early.”

Yan Baiqiu didn’t mind Xia Xiwei’s reluctance to call her ”Mom.” After all, since Zhou Wang’s appearance, their mother-daughter relationship has greatly improved compared to before.

What surprised Yan Baiqiu the most was her probing Xia Xiwei about leaving the entertainment industry. In the past, Xia Xiwei would never have entertained such ideas, but now she responded with silence.

Implying she might compromise for Zhou Wang...

So now, Yan Baiqiu only wants to facilitate Xia Xiwei and Zhou Wang’s marriage, not just for her own sake, but because most of the Xia Family is pleased with it.

The reason for ”most” is that Xia Xiwei’s grandfather seems to have some reservations about Zhou Wang, for reasons unknown.

But since Xia Xiwei’s biological father, Xia Qixian, is quite supportive of the match, the elder hasn’t explicitly opposed it.

Coming to Magic City, Yan Baiqiu sees it as a ”political mission,” intending for Xia Xiwei and Zhou Wang to at least get engaged, leaving other matters for later discussion.

Coincidentally, Zhou Wang’s parents are here tonight, as if the heavens are aiding her cause.

So Xia Xiwei led Yan Baiqiu and her sister toward the table where Zhou Wang’s parents were seated.

...

”Zhou Wang.”

”Hmm?”

”Nothing, just wanted to call your name.”

Her tall dress gently brushed against Zhou Wang, as if he could feel the burning warmth, hearing Ding Yi’s whisper by his ear, Zhou Wang’s heart warmed, almost losing control.

Most women entice your body, but Ding Yi’s techniques are advanced, aiming directly at the soul.

Noticing the momentary stiffness of Zhou Wang’s hand resting at her waist, Ding Yi glanced down and playfully smiled, ”Are you trying hard to keep it from sliding down?”

”I think it has a mind of its own, I’m having a hard time controlling it.”

He spoke, daring to let it slip a bit.

Yet Ding Yi showed no shyness, boldly meeting Zhou Wang’s gaze, ”Go ahead, touch if you want, but once you leave a mark, you can’t back out, okay!”

Upon hearing this, Zhou Wang’s hand instantly retracted as though shocked, returning to proper behavior.

”Coward...”

Ding Yi couldn’t help but murmur, the depth of her disappointment flashing briefly.

Just then, the piece ended, Ding Yi released Zhou Wang, helping him tidy his suit, ”You should go back.”

”I thought you’d want to stay with me a bit longer.”

Zhou Wang couldn’t help but tease Ding Yi.

”I’d love to, but if I keep holding you, you might not handle the situation well.”

”What do you mean?”

Zhou Wang was puzzled.

Ding Yi said nothing, only motioned toward a direction with her mouth.

Turning to look, Zhou Wang saw the distant table where his parents were talking and laughing with the Yan Baiqiu sisters, while Xia Xiwei was sitting obediently nearby. Zhou Wang’s expression changed.

Shit, the crystal has been stolen!

”My mom wants to meet your parents too, I’ll give you ten minutes, better hurry!”

Ding Yi smirked, reminding, ”Also, Sister Qingkui seems to be near her limit, you’d better find a way to soothe her, or the scene might go out of control...”

At her words, Zhou Wang disregarded any further exchanges with Ding Yi and hurriedly headed back.

...

”Turns out Zhou Wang skipped classes in school too, I thought he was a genius from the start...”

Sitting beside Zhao Guihua, Xia Xiwei sweetly held Zhao Guihua’s hand, laughing at Zhou Dajun’s stories about Zhou Wang being a mischievous child.

Zhou Dajun and Zhao Guihua were a bit confused, as were Jiang Jiaxing and Li Xiaolei beside them.

After all, Xia Xiwei had directly approached with her mother and aunt, Zhou Dajun and Zhao Guihua weren’t sure of her intentions. But since Xia Xiwei enthusiastically introduced everyone, and Yan Baiqiu was keen on being friendly, they could only go along politely.

The conversations revolved around Zhou Wang, and with Xia Xiwei directly asking about his childhood, Zhou Dajun and Zhao Guihua couldn’t help but sense something.

Zhou Dajun couldn’t resist asking, ”President Yan, may I ask what kind of relationship your Xia Xiwei and Zhou Wang have?”

Now it was Yan Baiqiu’s turn to be bewildered. She glanced at the seemingly clueless Xia Xiwei, surprised, ”Oh, hasn’t Zhou Wang mentioned it? He’s dating our Xia Xiwei...”

”What!”

This startled question came from Li Xiaolei, whose face turned pale.

”Is Zhou Wang really dating you?!”

Li Xiaolei looked directly at Xia Xiwei with a dreadful expression.

Earlier downstairs, she suspected Zhou Wang’s relationship with the other party wasn’t simple; now hearing the other’s mother confirm it, Li Xiaolei couldn’t stay seated.

This was the first sentence Zhou Wang heard upon returning hurriedly.

Yan Baiqiu and Yan Siyun were at a loss, wondering why this lady reacted so strongly, whereas Xia Xiwei, upon seeing Zhou Wang return, remained silent, blinking her innocent eyes, looking helpless as if dragged here by Yan Baiqiu...

The four pairs of eyes belonging to Zhou Dajun, Zhao Guihua, Jiang Jiaxing, and Li Xiaolei focused on Zhou Wang as if waiting for an explanation.

Zhou Wang’s head was pounding as he contemplated his words, but a cold voice rang out first.

”Dad, Mom, and Aunt, come with me, I have something to discuss with you.”

Jiang Qingkui appeared without expression, pulling Li Xiaolei’s hand and leading her away.

Li Xiaolei couldn’t act up anymore, and Jiang Jiaxing had to go along. Once Jiang Qingkui led the family away, Zhou Wang returned his attention to the complex holder of emotions; he realized he couldn’t let Xia Xiwei stir trouble anymore. So, after giving her a deep look, Zhou Wang sat at the table.

”Aunt Yan, actually Xia Xiwei and I...”

”Actually, we don’t plan to get married.”

Zhou Wang barely managed to speak before Xia Xiwei’s anxious look interrupted him.

Zhou Wang’s prepared speech was in disarray; he looked confused at Xia Xiwei, who begged silently before sternly facing the surprised Yan Baiqiu.

”I haven’t had the chance to tell you, my relationship with Zhou Wang is great, but I won’t marry him. I hope you understand.”

”Xiwei, you’re... what are you babbling about? You don’t intend to marry?”

Yan Baiqiu’s face turned ashen, shock evident in her voice.