The rich and powerful honey battle, the chief is gentle

Chapter 96 The Ugly Side

The suffocation in his chest has been stuck in his chest since then, and he can't dissipate no matter what.Xia Mo felt that she really shouldn't come with him to participate in this kind of auction, it's just making herself feel guilty.

The low air pressure around her continued, but because of her status, she raised her face to the people who came to say hello.

After the auction officially ended, the crowd moved to another hall for a charity ball.

Naturally, Xia Mo was not in the mood to dance, but silently accepted the small desserts that Nian Yichen handed over from time to time.It has to be said that the wicked Huo Yunfan has put in a lot of effort in the choice of food, every dim sum is quite exquisite, and the taste is naturally excellent.

When in a bad mood, people always like to eat some sweets. As a true foodie, Xia Mo is no exception.

After eating a few delicate snacks, the aggressive anger dissipated a lot.

When the dance was lively, Huo Yunfan, the host, came late, greeted people, and walked directly towards Nian Yichen's position.

"Today cost you money!"

Seeing him appear, Xia Mo's face drooped instantly, and he just pulled the corner of his mouth forcefully.

"No way, who told my dad to like it!"

Nian Yichen shrugged his brows indifferently, if his father didn't like it, he would not have made the trip himself.

"Tsk tsk, you can be a loving father and a filial son. I don't know how you can make the relationship so rigid!"

"Hehe..." Nian Yichen didn't say anything, but just smiled lightly.

From the tone of the two people's words and the way they talked, Xia Mo finally heard something was wrong. It seems that they... have known each other for a long time!
A trace of strangeness flashed in the bottom of the clear eyes, and the innocent little face couldn't conceal the thoughts in his heart, Huo Yunfan laughed first, "This guy probably didn't tell you, I have been classmates with him since elementary school, and we have been classmates since then. It's a deadly enemy from the beginning!"

Suspicious eyes turned to Nian Yichen, he raised his eyebrows lightly, and did not refute, as if acquiescing to Huo Yunfan's words.

Liu Mei couldn't help frowning even more, are these two rivals?She doesn't look like an enemy no matter what!

"Heroes always cherish each other. During so many years of struggle, we have established a deep fighting friendship..." As if seeing her doubts, Huo Yunfan explained with a smile.

The atmosphere became more relaxed because of the broken relationship between the two, and Xia Mo also understood why he suddenly raised the price at that time.If she were the host and knew exactly what Xiao Niannian needed, she would most likely do the same.

"Sister and brother, are you also from N City?" The age difference between the two was half a year, and Huo Yunfan always regarded himself as an 'older brother'.He didn't refute these Nian Yichen, who didn't care much at all, and it became a habit over time.

"Ah."

"I heard from Yichen that you are currently working as Nian's personal assistant. It's unlikely that a gentle girl like you is going to study business, right?" His gaze swept over Xia Mo from time to time, and there was a flash of light in his deep eyes. deep meaning.

The fleeting complexity can only be captured by the keen Nian Yichen.

"I'm a design student!" After getting to know each other better, Xia Mo became less restrained.

"Oh? Which school did you graduate from?"

"A big..."

"It's almost time, Yunfan, let's go back first!"

When Huo Yunfan was about to ask another question, Nian Yichen suddenly spoke up.Seeing that the dance was almost over, he didn't keep anyone, he just said "Appointment again", and went to greet the guests.

Looking at his back, Xia Mo frowned thoughtfully, "Nian Yichen, has he always lived abroad?"

"He only immigrated to Los Angeles three years ago, why?"

"I always feel like I've seen him somewhere before!"

"Wife, do you have to show interest in another man in front of your husband?" Sword eyebrows were raised slightly, his stern face suddenly became serious, and the arms around his waist tightened for a while.

The domineering appearance makes people a little helpless, but it feels more comforting and heart-warming. This is his way of expressing his care.

The corners of her lips curved into a charming arc, Xia Mo stood on her tiptoes, leaned her head and pressed a kiss on his cheek, "No one can compare to you!"

A few simple words 'bribed' Nian Yichen very well, the cold lines on his face softened a bit, "It's too perfunctory!"

"She's very sincere!" She acted sweetly, in front of Nian Yichen, she was becoming more and more like a child.

"I can't feel it!" There was a smile in the deliberately cold voice.

"Nian Yichen!"

The little girl in her arms started to jump, calling his name in a low voice, her willow eyebrows stood on end.

"Ok?"

"You bully people!"

Nian Yichen, who was accused, smiled and said nothing, but stared at her with wet eyes, which could not conceal tenderness and pampering.

Bully her?
As early as the first time he saw her, he had already decided to bully her for the rest of his life.And she will always be the only one who can bully her!

……

The night was thick and people gradually fell asleep, so Xia Mo was not surprised.

The lingering atmosphere in the room has not completely dissipated, her petite body curled up, and the whole person got into Nian Yichen's arms, with her arms tightly around his waist.The man next to her was bare-chested, his strong arms firmly wrapped around her shoulders, domineeringly enclosing her within his own range, and fiercely protecting her.

'buzz buzz'...

The sound of vibration suddenly sounded, and the mobile phone on the bedside table gave off a blinding light.

Xia Mo, who hadn't yet entered a deep sleep, woke up from the sound, opened her eyes, took the phone, saw the word 'Dad' displayed on it, and felt a 'thud' in her heart.

"Dad?" No one thought that her adoptive father would call her at this time, and Liu Mei unconsciously gathered.The first worry that flashed through my mind was the adoptive father's body, "Is there something wrong with you? Or?"

"It's okay, I just pressed the phone by accident." Xia Zhennian's tone sounded normal, but his breath was a little sluggish, and his spirit didn't seem to be in a good mood.

Xia Mo, who had been sending messages, soon found out, and couldn't help asking worriedly, "Dad, there's something wrong with my voice supporting you, are you really okay?"

"Don't worry, I'm fine!"

Whispering to soothe her daughter's emotions, Xia Zhennian told her to take care of herself outside and hung up the phone in a hurry.

The moment the phone was cut off, she clearly heard her aunt's sharp voice coming from the other end of the phone.

"Dad, Dad..." Even though she had called in time, the phone still ruthlessly made a beeping sound.

After being dazed for a few seconds, Xia Mo quickly dialed back the computer, but what she got was a reply of 'the number you dialed has been turned off'.

Called again without giving up, still the same reply.

Such a situation made Xia Mo's heart twitch suddenly, she stood up abruptly, and continued to make calls.Seeing her get up suddenly, Nian Yichen also sat up, worrying, "Honey, what's wrong?"

Hearing that familiar deep voice, Xia Mo's body suddenly went limp, almost unable to stand still. "Nian Yichen, can we go back tomorrow? I'm worried... something happened to Dad!" When he said the last sentence, his originally clear voice became obviously weak.

She knew her father's personality well, and knew that he would never call her when she knew that she was on a business trip.Besides, even knowing that it was late at night here!
A woman's sixth sense told her that something important must have happened, absolutely!
Thinking about it, Xia Mo's face became more and more ugly, and the blood was also drawn away.

Seeing her anxious appearance, Nian Yichen naturally felt uncomfortable. He got up and walked to her side, hugged her into his arms, and comforted her softly, "Don't worry, father-in-law will be fine!"

Although he is abroad, he has been paying attention to the domestic situation, and has not heard or seen any reports or news about Xia Zhennian.

Could it be... a sudden change? !

Thinking of Chen Linfen's strange attitude a while ago, his eyes darkened unconsciously, and a deep light flashed quickly from his eyes.

"Okay, we'll go home tomorrow morning!"

Agreeing without hesitation, Nian Yichen tightened his arms and hugged the person in his arms even tighter.

……

After returning to China, Xia Mo found out that the same news dominated the headlines of all major newspapers in N city.That is: Xia Zhennian announced to the outside world that he would temporarily retire and hand over all affairs to his wife Chen Linfen for the time being.

This news caused quite a stir in N City. Speaking of which, everyone didn't know much about Chen Linfen, and the only thing they knew was that she was Xia Zhennian's wife.

She suddenly took control of the power of the Xia family, but it made people feel puzzled.Could it be that the recent rumors that Xia Zhennian's health is deteriorating have come true?Or, is there another reason?

All kinds of speculations abounded. What was originally just a simple change of power turned into a wonderful battle between wealthy families in the eyes of others!

Flipping through the newspaper in front of her, Xia Mo was extremely annoyed.

Hearing what Auntie said in the hospital, she should have thought, how could someone as stubborn as Auntie give up so easily!She has already started to fight, how could she stop!
"Nian Yichen, I'll go back."

"Do you need me to accompany you?" The elegant man on the side only asked in a tentative tone, not as domineering and arrogant as usual, it was this kind of meticulous thoughtfulness and care that made Xia Mo feel warm in his heart.

"I'll just go back by myself, and I'll call you again if I need anything."

These matters are, after all, the internal affairs of the Xia family.Even if he were her husband, she didn't want him to witness the ugly side of her family.

(End of this chapter)