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The reason why Elder Mo was so delighted was because Ying Zhao promised to collaborate with the Mo family on several major ongoing projects by the Ying family, creating a win-win situation for both families.

Although the Mo family had been performing well in soul power cultivation in recent years, they were not adept at business, hence not as prosperous as they appeared. Elder Mo was extremely grateful to see Ying Zhao granting tangible benefits to the Mo family without harboring past grudges.

Moreover, upon hearing about Xu Jin's covert actions against the Ying family and Ying Zhao's intention to support Xu Hao, Elder Mo felt even more pleased. After all, he wasn't particularly concerned about who became the head of the Xu family, despite their familial ties.

Knowing that the Ying family backed Xu Hao, he realized that attaining the position of the Xu family head would be a substantial obstacle.

Although he regretted that his granddaughter couldn't be with the head of the prestigious Ying family from country H, marrying the potential future head of the Xu family might be a good alternative. Thus, the banquet ended on a high note with both host and guests in high spirits.

However, Xu Jin, standing not far from the main seat, didn't share the merry mood. Watching the retreating figure of Ying Zhao in the distance, his gaze grew profound.

He hadn't anticipated at all that the head of the Ying family would act so unpredictably, seemingly colluding with Mo Yingying. At the grand birthday celebration of Elder Mo, he directly transferred Mo Yingying's marriage arrangement to Xu Hao.

Chapter 119: The Old Attacker Has Multiple Personalities (27, 28, 29)

Now, neither the Mo family nor the Ying family have lost face. Seeing how gleefully the elder is conversing with Ying Zhao, it seems the Mo family has indeed obtained substantial benefits. All his plans now need to be recalculated.

Moreover, Xu Jin noticed the unusual attitude of Ying Zhao and Ying Youjie towards Xu Hao. It seems they are acquainted with each other, which made him become increasingly vigilant.

After all, he is only a temporary head of the family right now. Although the elder seems to think highly of him, he hasn't truly assumed power yet. If Xu Hao can indeed bring more benefits to the Xu family, his own position might be at risk in the future.

No, this won't do! He must ascend to a higher status, and cannot allow the Ying and Mo families to grow closer. And that Xu Hao, who might be an obstacle in his path, needs to be eliminated as well.

In his peripheral vision, he saw Mo Yingying, who had been trying to please him in recent days standing beside him. Xu Jin squinted his eyes. Although this woman was of average appearance and not particularly intelligent, precisely because of this, she seemed to be a very suitable pawn for his use.

Thinking about how Elder Mo had just announced the engagement ceremony, setting the wedding date between Mo Yingying and Xu Hao on the 8th of next month, Xu Jin quickly devised a scheme in his mind after a brief contemplation.

If this plan succeeds, it could cause a rift between the Ying and Mo families, creating discord between Ying Chengye and Ying Youjie, making Xu Hao less of a threat then.

At this thought, Xu Jin cast a more gentle gaze towards the time-traveling girl at the side. The already departed Ying Zhao, although unaware of what Xu Jin was scheming, instructed Xiaobai to increase surveillance on this individual.

Ying Zhao had always trusted his instincts, and this person gave him an extremely uncomfortable feeling. Compared to the time-traveling girl, he sensed a greater disharmony emanating from Xu Jin.

Meanwhile, the search party he had sent out in the forest could find no trace of Ying Jiyang. A considerable amount of time had already passed, and Ying Zhao sensed that something was amiss.

While it was difficult to locate Ying Jiyang when he went into hiding, this complete absence of clues seemed highly unlikely. Hence, where exactly did the problem lie?

On the way back to the Ying residence, Ying Zhao was preoccupied with this matter, not noticing that the young man beside him was in an ecstatic state. Upon returning home and entering the room, he was unexpectedly embraced tightly by the person next to him.

He kissed the corner of Ying Zhao's mouth unreservedly, whispering softly, "Uncle, it's already evening. Do you remember what promises you made to me before we left this morning?"

Only then did Ying Zhao react, his face turning slightly red as he lowered his gaze and leaned willingly into his lover's embrace, gently kissing the latter's chin.

Seeing the accommodating demeanor of the man in his arms, Ming's heart softened further. He nudged Ying Zhao's nose affectionately, while kissing his lips and chuckled, "Really want to try?"

"Mm..." Ying Zhao blushed deeply, but still nodded gently. Soon, he was suddenly lifted up and carried towards the bed not far away.

Seeing the usually cold and detached man becoming soft and slightly confused in his arms, Ming felt his heart melting into a puddle.

Yet he continued to inquire softly, "Uncle, do you really like me?"

Ying Zhao looked at the deep affection in the other's eyes, feeling as if he was drunk despite not having had any alcohol, and responded somewhat dazedly, "Yes."

"When did you start liking me?"

"Always, very much..."

"Do you love me?"

"Yes."

"How much do you love me, uncle?"

Ying Zhao opened his mouth slightly, revealing a relieved smile. He grabbed Ming's hand, placing it on his chest, recreating the instance when the young man had let him feel his heartbeat before.

He whispered softly, “In this world, if you were not here, there would be no reason for my existence.”

Therefore, I came only for you; you are the sole purpose of my existence, just like my very life...

Ming understood the unspoken words of Ying Zhao, nearly drowning in the other's tender gaze. Consequently, he passionately kissed the sweet lips of his lover, as if that were the oxygen he depended on for survival.

“Uncle, Uncle! Cheng Ye!”

The emotions in his heart needed to vent, because deep affection had naturally found its course. Not until the sky turned bright did the young man finally let go of Ying Zhao.

Watching the man, whom he loved to the point of madness, lying tiredly in his arms and falling into a deep sleep, Xiao Jie displayed a gentle smile.

Last night, by the latter part of the night, it was Xiao Jie who took control over the body, his impatience evident in the sea of consciousness. Fortunately, Ming was conscious enough to know that if he didn't give up control, Xiao Jie would be ready to fight for it, even at the risk of hurting the mind's sea.

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