Chapter 1995 - 1991: Ye Fan Is My Man
Ye Fan and Zhao Tianya’s conversation didn’t last long. When they met, there were already many entanglements between them, and Ye Fan didn’t know how to communicate with Zhao Tianya.
The two seemed to have lost their common language. Even though Tantai Wanrong created this opportunity, Ye Fan was ultimately disappointed to find it difficult to reach a basic consensus with Zhao Tianya, ending in a cold war.
Ye Fan said, "Aunt Rong, come out. I’ve said everything I can with Tianya."
Tantai Wanrong didn’t know what Ye Fan and Zhao Tianya talked about. Seeing Ye Fan’s relaxed expression, she thought they had resolved their fundamental issues. When she came out, she gave Zhao Tianya a teasing glance and said, "It’s best if you can explain it clearly. By the way, Ye Fan, when are you leaving? If you’re not in a hurry, why don’t we have a meal together first?"
With a tone of resentment, Zhao Tianya said, "Sis, really? Do you think Ye Fan has time to stay for a meal? At this point, what does eating mean to him?"
"That’s not the way to put it. Even though Ye Fan now has high cultivation and doesn’t need to eat for energy, he’s still an ordinary human, and eating is something humans should do. Do we have to wait until the body’s functions have degraded before we do so? Occasionally having a meal is still beneficial, at least keeping our bodies in a human rhythm," Tantai Wanrong said.
Ye Fan nodded and said, "Aunt Rong is right; we should eat regularly to maintain our body’s functions. Yaoyao, Xiaoxiao, you two go and help Aunt Rong and Sister Ya in the kitchen."
"Oh, got it." Qin Mengyao stuck out her tongue but pulled Yang Xiaoting with her towards the kitchen, while Tantai Wanrong took Zhao Tianya’s hand, and the four women went into the kitchen. Ye Fan sat on the sofa, wanting to think about some things.
Soon, Qin Mengyao and Yang Xiaoting came out of the kitchen. After all, they were still kids, and in the eyes of Tantai Wanrong as the matriarch, there was no need for them to help with cooking. Instead, she gave them a chance to be alone with Ye Fan.
Qin Mengyao and Yang Xiaoting came to Ye Fan’s side, pulling his arms and clinging to him. Qin Mengyao said, "Brother Fan, it’s been so long since you last visited."
"Haven’t I been busy?" Ye Fan smiled, pinching Qin Mengyao’s cheek, and said, "I’ve been trying to find time amidst my busyness, but often I’m too busy to spend time with you. Don’t overthink; I miss you very much and always want to spend more time with you."
Qin Mengyao laughed happily, then glanced towards the kitchen, and with a mischievous smile, half-kneeled beside Ye Fan and said, "Brother Fan, remember when you just met Xiaoxiao? Every time Miss Sun drove, the two of us were in the back..."
Ye Fan replied, "You two mischief-makers, why didn’t I refuse you back then?"
"Hehe, obviously, Brother Fan, you’re the naughty one. We were innocent, tricked by you, Brother Fan, humph." Qin Mengyao wrinkled her nose, quickly leaning down in a familiar manner, while Yang Xiaoting copied her completely. The two girls seemed to have that mutual understanding, and after coming out, they were very gentle towards Ye Fan.
Ye Fan smiled; he didn’t refuse. But he thought that Tantai Wanrong and Zhao Tianya wouldn’t come out to interrupt his good moment. Qin Mengyao and Yang Xiaoting were confident enough, hence their brazen actions.
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In the kitchen, Zhao Tianya said angrily, "Sis, letting Yaoyao and Xiaoxiao go out is like sending lambs to the lion. You know how big Ye Fan’s appetite is; from the start, he tricked those two naive little girls."
"So your conflict with Ye Fan isn’t resolved? Sigh, I thought creating opportunities for you would help, but it turns out to be futile. Why did I busy myself for nothing then? Tianya, you’ve really let me down," Tantai Wanrong said, somewhat disappointed.
Zhao Tianya said anxiously, "Sis, you’re not aware of the actual situation, are you? Do you think Ye Fan is really such a great person? Have you ever considered? Your previous coma is significantly related to Ye Fan, him wanting to explore some chosen one and letting the woman named Xi He inspect you, almost resulting in your death at Xi He’s hands."
"Tianya, I thought you were smarter, but you’re still undeniably foolish. You speak ill of Ye Fan in front of me; what’s your aim? Is it just to make me lonely and without anyone to miss, ultimately ending up alone?" Tantai Wanrong said, "Some things are better left unsaid. Ye Fan hasn’t wronged me in any way; I understand his intentions. Rather, you should review your mistakes. It’s already challenging that Ye Fan has accompanied you till now. If you still don’t understand, then you’re ungrateful, and that’s not easy for you to hear, right?"
Zhao Tianya coldly said, "Since you know I dislike hearing that, why say it?"
"I just want to remind you, actually, Yaoyao and Xiaoxiao in their attitude towards Ye Fan are smarter than you and me. They know what they need. Even if sometimes they reluctantly do things, they still do them because they place themselves humbly instead of elevating themselves arrogantly. Resulting in only hardships for themselves. You see, those two sisterly girls are happy and joyful in front of Ye Fan," Tantai Wanrong said.
Zhao Tianya angrily said, "Sis, when did you become so enlightened? You seem like you’ve achieved enlightenment in Buddhism, a master already?"
"Continue mocking me, but I am merely reminding you. If you dislike hearing it, then act as if I didn’t say a thing. However, I must tell you that Ye Fan is an extremely good man in my eyes, and you should appreciate and cherish him well. If you don’t understand cherishing, regard all Ye Fan’s previous efforts as wasted. Think of it as if I haven’t said anything; everything depends on your own realization and comprehension. I’ve already figured it out myself," Tantai Wanrong said firmly, "From now on, Ye Fan will be my man, and I’ll soon tell him my feelings. As for you... best not to undermine what’s between Ye Fan and me—that doesn’t benefit you in any way!"