Martial arts have become extinct worldwide, yet I am forced to have a large family.

"Comrade Yang Xian, do you have any further questions?"

The voice on the other end of the phone rang again.

Yang Xian snapped out of his daze: "That's all. When do we leave?"

"The time is set for one week from now," the operator replied. "We will send someone to notify you in advance."

"Okay," Yang Xian said.

The operator added:

"To ensure your safety, please try not to leave South Sea City unless absolutely necessary."

"At the same time, we have arranged for experts to provide you with 24-hour protection from a distance. Please rest assured that it will not affect your normal life."

After hanging up the phone, Yang Xian put it back.

The task is no longer required.

I finally had time to go back and visit my parents.

Thinking about it, it's been a long time since I've been home.

Yang Xian turned to look at Jiang Mengyun, who was sitting on the sofa, elegantly stroking the white cat in her arms.

"Mengyun, do you... want to come back with me to meet your parents?" he asked tentatively.

After he finished speaking, the room fell silent for a moment.

Jiang Mengyun did not answer immediately, but lowered her head, her gaze falling on her still flat stomach.

"Indeed... it's time to meet his parents."

Hearing this answer, Yang Xian felt relieved.

But wouldn't it seem like we're showing favoritism by only taking Mengyun back?

If the others find out, they'll definitely cause trouble again.

Yang Xian felt increasingly overwhelmed by the thought.

Oh well, it was bound to happen sooner or later.

We should just inform them.

If we have time, we can go back together to meet the parents.

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the other side.

Canglan University, girls' dormitory.

"happy Yan?"

Ye Huairou pushed open the door and entered, seeing Zhou Xiyan sitting at her desk, her expression somewhat surprised:

"Aren't you taking care of that silver wolf at the Jiang family's house?"

"Could it be... that Yang Xian has returned from the secret realm?"

"Yes." Zhou Xiyan nodded.

After reaching an agreement with Jiang Mengyun, she returned to school.

Both martial arts universities and the Jiang family are located in the core area, so it's quite convenient to travel back and forth.

"Very good!"

Upon receiving an affirmative answer, Ye Huairou's eyes lit up instantly, and she turned to rush out, "I'm going to find him right now!"

"etc!"

A slender but strong hand gripped her wrist.

Ye Huairou stopped abruptly and turned to look at her best friend with a puzzled expression.

"Let me ask you something first, what do you want with him?" Zhou Xiyan stared directly at the other person, feigning ignorance.

Based on her understanding of Ye Huairou, she knew that her good friend, who was tough on the outside but soft on the inside, had probably already developed feelings for Yang Xian.

However, on the surface, the two still have a minor conflict.

It's just that because of that pitiful pride, she has always refused to admit it.

My relationship with Yang Xian is not ordinary, so logically I should stop her.

"I, I..."

Ye Huairou blushed instantly at her question and stammered, unable to speak.

Zhou Xiyan withdrew her hand and leaned forward. "If you're here to cause trouble for Yang Xian, I won't let you pass."

"I'm not looking for trouble!" Ye Huairou quickly denied. "I just... want to repay a debt of gratitude! Yes, repay a debt of gratitude!"

She tried to come up with an excuse that sounded reasonable.

"Repaying a debt of gratitude?" Zhou Xiyan released her grip. "You don't need to make the trip yourself for such a small matter. I'll convey the message for you."

"happy Yan!"

Ye Huairou panicked, stepped forward and grabbed Zhou Xiyan's arm, her voice almost pleading, "Believe me, I really didn't mean him any harm!"

Zhou Xiyan didn't speak, she just looked at her quietly.

With her arrogant and contradictory personality, even if Yang Xian were handed to her, she wouldn't be able to hold onto him.

Since that's the case, let me lend you a hand.

"Huairou..."

"Although Yang Xian bullied you, he saved you many times at critical moments and even stepped forward to cover your escape."

"When he was taking care of you before, he saw your body and even helped you with things like going to the toilet."

"After spending so many days together, you've already fallen for him."

"If you can't bring yourself to pursue him, you'll have no choice but to go and make Yang Xian take responsibility for you."

"Am I right?"

Upon hearing these words, Ye Huairou's pupils suddenly contracted, and she froze on the spot.

Clearly, Zhou Xiyan was right.

She felt that her secret was exposed to her best friend.

Zhou Xiyan raised her hand and gently placed it on Ye Huairou's shoulder:

"Huairou, look me in the eyes."

Answer me!

"Yes, yes..." Ye Huairou couldn't withstand the invisible pressure, and her eyes instantly welled up with tears. "Xiyan, what you said is all true!"

The voice was choked with sobs, on the verge of collapse.

Tears welled up in her eyes and spilled out.

The purple-haired girl finally spoke her mind:

"I've really fallen for Yang Xian! Waaaaah..."

"But I didn't mean to steal your man! Really, I didn't..."

She hugged Zhou Xiyan, buried her head in her soft embrace, and burst into tears.

Zhou Xiyan didn't speak, but simply raised her hand and gently stroked her trembling back, letting her tears soak her clothes.

After a long while, the crying finally stopped.

Ye Huairou raised her head, her red eyes filled with determination.

"Don't worry, I will definitely stay far away from him from now on and never think about those things I shouldn't think about again!"

"We...we're still best friends, right?"

Zhou Xiyan looked at her tear-streaked face.

The first step of the plan has been achieved.

But this is not enough.

"Huairou, I didn't say you couldn't like Yang Xian!" Zhou Xiyan said softly.

"what?"

Ye Huairou was stunned, staring blankly at her best friend: "Xiyan, what... what do you mean by that?"

"The meaning is very clear." Zhou Xiyan wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes and said, word by word:

"I'll help you win over Yang Xian."

"Because we're best friends, aren't we?"

Ye Huairou's eyes widened instantly, feeling as if she were dreaming.

"Xiyan! You're so good to me!" She hugged Zhou Xiyan again. "Can I go find him now?"

"Not now!" Zhou Xiyan shook her head. "Let's find an opportunity..."

We've just managed to calm Jiang Mengyun down; now's not the time to meet her.

Although the alliance has been formed, she and Jiang Mengyun are still competitors in essence.

You have to walk one step at a time, and eat one bite at a time.

Strengthening our own camp's power is the most urgent task.

"Then...when will that be?"

Ye Huairou asked somewhat impatiently.

She now completely obeys Zhou Xiyan's arrangements.

next moment……

"Buzz—"

Zhou Xiyan's phone vibrated slightly in her pocket.

She took out her phone, and a new message from Yang Xian appeared on the screen.

"Back to Area B, to see your family?" Zhou Xiyan read the words from the message softly, looking at Ye Huairou who was full of anticipation.

"Chance……"

"Here it comes!"