I suddenly became a yakuza boss.

"Seeing you eat so heartily makes me a little hungry."

"My mother said with a gentle smile," Yukinoshita said.

Li Xuan fawned over Xue Zhixia's mother, after all, she was the mother of the eldest and second young ladies, and he absolutely had to treat her well.

Strangely, this mother had clearly rejected him before, but why is she so affectionate towards him now?

Not only did Li Xuan find it strange, but even Hayama Hayato, who was not far away, was seeing Yukinoshita's mother having someone else serve her food for the first time.

"Do people over there always enjoy their meals like this? They seem to have a great appetite."

Yukinoshita's mother, carrying a full load of food, already appeared somewhat rude, but she didn't seem to mind, and asked with a smile.

"Over there" is a veiled reference to the Ashikawa Group.

"More or less... but I think I'm someone who enjoys my meals more."

Li Xuan then realized that he had gone too far in trying to curry favor, and awkwardly explained.

"...I see. It seems you're living a very happy life."

After a moment of silence, the mother in the snow said with some emotion.

It's unclear how best to interpret this statement.

"Auntie, don't you find the food delicious?"

Li Xuan asked in confusion.

"After all, it's food I'm used to eating, so it probably tastes better when I'm eating with the kids."

Yukinoshita's mother replied with a smile.

The reason is obvious: food tastes better when eaten with family.

However, after hesitating between talking more and keeping quiet for a while, Li Xuan finally chose to express his opinion: "I think the food itself is delicious. Aunt, you may be too focused on emotions and thoughts when you are eating. In fact, eating is about the relationship between people and delicious food. For example, the origin, quality, and preparation of this beef, as well as the sweetness of the honey. If you immerse yourself in the food carefully, your appetite will naturally be stimulated."

Yukinoshita's mother was slightly surprised after hearing what the young man said.

It was as if this child was a very simple farmer's son.

They are so innocent that they don't seem like people from that area.

After a moment of calm, Yukinoshita's mother smiled and said, "Indeed, this feels like the true attitude towards dining."

Li Xuan vaguely heard a soft groan coming from behind him.

Yukinoshita's mother then asked, "Are you still used to family gatherings?"

"...It's a habit, but I'm not familiar with the people here."

Li Xuan paused for a moment before replying politely.

Yukinoshita's mother chuckled and said, "I'm really sorry for inviting you so suddenly. I hope you have a good time."

The mother left this side and walked towards the clan elders.

Li Xuan wondered how to explain this situation...

Furthermore, he turned his head and glanced at Miss Yang, who had changed into a formal dress and was pretending to walk by with her hands behind her back, clearly intending to eavesdrop.

"Miss Yang Nai, what are you doing?"

Li Xuan looked at her, puzzled, and asked.

"Forehead."

After being discovered, Yang Nai could only give an awkward smile and say, "I just changed my clothes."

"I was really shocked just now. You actually helped my mother pick up food! Unbelievable, the sun must have risen in the west..."

Yang Nai found it somewhat unbelievable and said in a low voice.

What do you think is the reason?

Li Xuan asked.

Yang was quiet for a while and did not reply immediately.

Her mother was definitely not the kind of person who was easy to talk to; her stance was unshakeable.

The reason she would become close to the War Demon is probably because she doesn't dislike him, that's all.

She and Yukino's mother were accomplished political women...

"Let's put that aside for now, Ah Xuan, are you free now?"

The young lady has her own plans.

While Yukino was still out...

This politician's daughter, caught up in politics and unable to control her own destiny due to clan and sisterhood ties, calmly closed her eyes, remained silent, and then asked, "I want to talk to you about... something very important."

Chapter 106: Rendezvous and Whispers (4k)

Outside the venue, a torrential downpour was underway, and the courtyard was deserted.

The sky was overcast and gray, while the plants in the courtyard of the clubhouse were lush and green.

Yang then led Li Xuan to the entrance of a courtyard where no one ever returned.

"Wow, it's raining heavily."

Yang Nai, who was standing at the door, exclaimed in surprise.

The young lady from a political family stood with her back to Li Xuan, dressed in a snow-white evening gown, her hands behind her back, slightly raising her head to admire the melancholy rain scene.

As the saying goes, clothes make the man.

At this moment, Yukino Yukinoshita was dressed in a gown typically worn by young ladies. Against the backdrop of the Japanese-style hall and garden, she exuded a unique and elegant air, befitting a young lady of high birth. Layers of lace swayed gracefully, creating a captivating silhouette. Her short, jet-black hair swayed slightly in the wind, and facing the storm, she appeared so refined and ethereal, naturally beautiful.

A bride who looks just like she's wearing a wedding dress...

The sound of raindrops dripping down made the place even quieter and more beautiful.

Heaven and earth seemed to have provided a natural barrier, turning this place into a small world.

Li Xuan was thoroughly entertained, and couldn't help but indulge in some unrealistic fantasies.

However, Li Xuan knew that he and Yang Nai could not leave their seats for too long, so he asked, "Miss Yang Nai, so what do you want to tell me?"

The exceptionally beautiful young lady turned around, a smile appearing on her delicate face.

The skirt twirled slightly, stunning and captivating.

"Okay, I'll just get straight to the point."

Yang Nai smiled slowly, approaching step by step, and asked, "Xuanjun, tell me the truth, how far has your relationship with Yukino progressed?"

Upon hearing this question, Li Xuan asked in confusion, "What is my relationship with the Second Miss?"

Yang nodded and said, "Yes, but I don't want you to reveal everything like in Truth or Dare. At the very least, you need to tell me honestly what you think of Yukino."

“This incident has already affected the relationship between us sisters, and the impact is quite significant... I would like to know your opinion.”

Yang Nai looked at Li Xuan and said.

Li Xuan fell silent. He felt that he had indeed caused trouble for Yang Nai, but he couldn't quite put his finger on how to describe his relationship with the Second Miss.

A close personal relationship? But that doesn't quite feel right.

Friendship? No, he has no friends, nor does he show any signs of a friendship.

Couple? Absolutely not, there's not even a hint of it happening.

Li Xuan thought for a long time, but ultimately could not describe the nature of that relationship.

Yang Nai waited a long time for a response, but could tell that the other person was seriously considering the question. She found it a little hard to understand and asked, "Is this question really that difficult to answer?"

Suddenly, Li Xuan looked at Yang Nai and asked, "Miss Yang Nai, what do you think our relationship is? Although it's an open relationship of mutual benefit, I always feel that our mutual trust goes beyond that. We're not just friends, nor are we just acquaintances. So what is our relationship?"

These probing questions stumped the clever and quick-witted Miss Yang. Upon hearing them, her pretty face showed a hint of bewilderment. Indeed, this ambiguous positioning was difficult to describe.

"Hmm...a relationship with deep mutual trust?"

Yang Nai pondered for a moment before asking.

As expected of a top student from Chiba University, this description is the most fitting. Li Xuan immediately realized and said, "Yes, yes, that's pretty much the relationship."

Yang Nai smiled, her smile and every movement exuding a cold, mysterious, and elegant aura. She said, "I think it's more than that... but let's just assume it's like this for now."

The thoughtful woman turned her face back to Yu Jing. Yang Nai seemed to have something on her mind. After thinking for a moment, she said, "We can actually call ourselves friends, can we?"

Shh...

The rain was drizzling.

The cold rain pattered on the leaves of the trees in the gray courtyard, and Yang Nai seemed to think that this was how their relationship should be.

Li Xuan remained silent.

"Yukino experienced the malice of the world at a very young age."

Yang Nai's expression was somewhat desolate as she explained her sister's situation to Li Xuan.

Because of her cute appearance, she was very popular with the boys in her class from a young age.

But perhaps the most beautiful human beings in the world are women, and the ugliest of hearts are also women's innate jealousy.

Starting in kindergarten, Yukino began to lose shoes and other items, and was bullied.

The fake friends kept betraying the little girl.

Like Cinderella, who was bullied in Western European fairy tales, or the canary in a gilded cage, there exists a tragic story in the world called "The Robin."

"Therefore, I also agree with my mother's idea of ​​expecting Yukino to grow up. The family can't protect this simple-minded little sister who only knows how to work hard forever. This world is cruel, far more cruel and ruthless than we can imagine. It doesn't matter if my sister treats me as a villain. The most important thing is that Yukino is no longer hurt."

As if protesting against this unjust world, Yang Nai lost her smile. Her thin white dress clung tightly to her body in the cold wind, and her hands hung down as if facing the darkness of the world.

When Li Xuan learned about the Second Miss's upbringing for the first time, he was somewhat surprised. He had originally thought that such a self-disciplined and proud girl should be an outstanding student who grew up in a privileged family environment.

"What do you intend for me to do by telling you all this?"

Li Xuan knew Yang Nai's thoughts; she was always thoughtful and deliberate, and her calm expression always hinted at a purpose she absolutely had to speak out.

"I hope you can help me protect my sister."