The Outcast Heiress’s Secret Identities
Chapter 358 - Chapter 358 She only likes me

Chapter 358: She only likes me. Chapter 358: She only likes me. “Or are you afraid that I can’t dig her out?”

“Yeah, you can’t dig her out!”

Fu Qiyuan’s brows didn’t move, his demeanor calm, the composed certainty of a rightful consort.

“She doesn’t like your type.”

Xiao Yize sat on the sofa, his eyebrows raising slightly when he heard Fu Qiyuan’s words, an air of leisurely ease about him.

“Preferences can change, and I don’t mind changing myself to suit hers at all.”

The Xiao Family had stood unshakable for a hundred years, a renowned financial dynasty, and now their heir was saying he could change his preferences for a woman?

Even thinking about it with your toes would tell you it’s impossible.

Yet, there he was, speaking with utter seriousness!

Fu Qiyuan glanced over indifferently.

“She only likes me.”

Having said that, he drank the red wine in his hand in one gulp, the frost on his face beginning to thaw, a hint of a smile coloring his brows.

“Can you become like me?”

Xiao Yize’s lips twitched involuntarily, looking at the proud man before him, somewhat speechless.

Who would want to become like you!

That’s just too narcissistic.

Xiao Yize’s expression remained nonchalant, the picture of serenity.

“Human effort is the decisive factor, I believe she will eventually see my sincerity.”

His indistinct gaze paused for a moment before glancing towards Fu Qiyuan beside him.

“What do you say, if I invite her to be my opening dance partner tonight, will she accept?”

No sooner had he finished speaking than a momentary silence fell upon the lounge, the air around Fu Qiyuan starting to thicken.

“It seems you’re really asking for a beating.”

Xiao Yize smiled faintly, not the least bit intimidated.

“Be polite when you speak to me, she’s still waiting for my investment.”

Fu Qiyuan stood up, his stature suddenly imposing, his whole aura overwhelmingly dominant as he cast a slanting glance at the man on the sofa.

“My woman, doesn’t need your investment.”

With his protection, she didn’t need to cater to anyone’s whims.

Forget one investment, if she needed it, he would give her ten or eight for free.

But then, she had her own ideas.

Xiao Yize raised his eyebrows and looked down at the wine glass in his hand.

Not needed, huh?

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Mo Shangjie followed Su Ran everywhere, his role as a guardian wasn’t a joke, any attempt from others to strike a conversation with Su Ran was met with his intimidating glare.

For a while, Su Ran enjoyed a moment of tranquility!

However, the memories of the recent incident were still fresh in everyone’s minds, and aside from a few bold individuals, no one dared to approach her for a chat.

Fortunately, it wasn’t long before the banquet officially began.

The high and melodious cello sounded suddenly, quieting the noisy banquet hall.

Amidst fervent and excited applause, an old man slowly walked towards the high platform of the banquet hall.

Although the old man was of advanced age, his eyes were bright and sharp, his aura keen from years spent in the business world.

He stood with his hands behind his back, not leaning on a cane as many elderly do, showing no signs of his age.

His features were no longer distinguishable, but the commanding presence between his brows bore some resemblance to someone else.

“Thank you all for taking time out of your busy schedules to attend the inauguration ceremony of Xiao’s unworthy grandson, Xiao Yize. The Xiao Family could not have reached this day without your support. As of today, I officially step down…”

The one speaking on the stage was the patriarch of the Xiao Family, the previous person in charge of Xiao’s.

“Elder Xiao can finally lay down the heavy burden that he has borne…”

“Yes! Yes indeed!”

“It’ll be the young people’s world from now on!”

The head of the Xiao Family didn’t give much of an opening speech, and as his voice fell, the current person in charge, Xiao Yize, slowly took the stage amidst a round of applause.

Many people were seeing Xiao Yize for the first time, and when he appeared, a wave of excitement stirred among the crowd.

“So, he is the new person in charge of Xiao’s.”

“Truly young and promising, worthy of being the heir Elder Xiao had in mind!”

“The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree, and it seems the Xiao Family will climb even higher with him at the helm.”

“Congratulations are in order, indeed. Elder Xiao must be very proud.”

Bursts of congratulatory and flattering exclamations rose up from the crowd.

Mo Shangjie was called away halfway through, leaving Su Ran and Ye Zhichen each holding a glass of wine, standing beneath the stage.

Ye Zhichen looked surprised, “I didn’t expect the heir of the Xiao Family to be so handsome.”

Su Ran smiled and gave her a glance.

“Since when did you start liking faces?”

Ye Zhichen raised an eyebrow, her gaze still fixed on Xiao Yize on the stage.

“I’ve always cared about appearances, didn’t you know?”

“So that’s why you chose Chi Mu?”

Ye Zhichen tugged at her lips, her voice as indifferent as the look on her face.

“Let’s not talk about his character, but with a face like his, there aren’t many in Yong City who can match him, right?”

Su Ran laughed and did not disagree.

On the stage, Xiao Yize continued his speech, his expression as gentle as a breeze.

Su Xinyan gazed at the man on the stage, her beautiful eyes going dreamy. The handprint on her face had been softened with ice and then covered with a thick layer of powder, barely concealing it.

So, this was the new president of the Xiao Family. She hadn’t expected him to be so young and handsome.

She was now increasingly looking forward to cooperating with the Xiao Family, if she could gain his support…

Just thinking about it was exhilarating.

Her eyes flickered with disdain as they landed on Su Ran not far away.

“…”

Xiao Yize’s speech ended to a round of applause, and the next item was the entertainment program. Su Ran wasn’t interested in the opening dance or anything like that.

She took a deep breath, said goodbye to Ye Zhichen, and went to get some fresh air by the pool they had been at before.

The sky grew increasingly dark; by the dim light, one could barely make out her faintly shivering figure by the pool.

The cool breeze rustled, carrying the delicate scent of jasmine flowers, faint and not overpowering, yet so pleasant.

While the banquet hall buzzed with activity, one could hear the noise of the crowd’s jeering.

Suddenly, a familiar crisp scent wafted by, followed by the warmth of an embrace.

Without turning her head, Su Ran knew who the man was. She looked down at the hands encircling her waist and smiled, placing hers over his.

Fu Qiyuan interlocked their slightly cold hands, his deep and seductive voice slowly rising beside her ear.

“You knew it was me without even looking back?”

Leaning against the man’s strong, warm chest, Su Ran was enveloped by his uniquely pleasant scent, and his warm breaths caressed her skin.

“Mhm,” Su Ran replied softly.

He smiled broader at her words, his face glowing even in the dim light.

“Aren’t you afraid of mistaking me for someone else?”

“I won’t!”

Su Ran turned around in his embrace, looked up at him, and her gaze crashed into the depths of his captivating and profound eyes.

“I would never mistake you.”