The Female CEO Falls in Love with Me

Chapter 1170: Chapter 364: Off to Gamble on Jade Stones

Chapter 364: Going to Gamble on Stones

For instance, there are rumors about Haibian, who wears many hats as a bestselling author, film company owner, and hotel manager, and the famed TV director Zhao Baogang, who often collaborates with him and is adept at promoting new talents. With their identities and their mature ages, it’s unlikely they’d get caught in such a tacky love triangle.

As for whether Liu Yunyun escaped, whether she’s dead or alive, Li Yan didn’t bother to find out. He believed that even if she’s not dead, after experiencing this event and seeing Liu Yuyang dying just like that, she wouldn’t dare to say anything anymore.

The two assassin groups haven’t come looking for trouble either. For them, an S-level assassin not acting was not directe confrontation, and they didn’t bother to ask about the identities of the two S-level assassins (including the Netherworld King, Ding Junqing). Not knowing their identities could be seen as showing face; knowing their identities and not seeking them out could be seen as fear. Plus, they received their commission and the task was completed. As long as Li Yan didn’t spread the word, they wouldn’t want to trouble themselves either.

For Li Yan, the matter hadn’t truly passed. Due to this event, Zhang Tianyi and his wife discovered one layer of his secret, and he was concerned about whether they’d tell Li Tang and his wife, a matter he was wary to ask about. Additionally, due to being unconscious, his simultaneous interactions with seven or eight girls were basically ’internally’ exposed, which wasn’t an easy situation to resolve.

However, for others, they were completely unaware; this was only within a small circle. Whether it was the Paradise Group or other acquaintances, they had no idea.

Thus, the next day, Li Yan returned to work as usual. Besides having been absent for two days, nothing surprised everyone; nothing major had happened at the company during that time. Yue Yao was even less affected since Mountain Stone Investment was basically a shell company of Li Yan’s. Even if she didn’t go to work at all, it wouldn’t make any difference.

Days like these were rather distressing for Li Yan. Although no one turned hostile towards him due to their mutual knowledge, no one grew too close either, as if suddenly everyone was cautious around him. - Knowing he indeed had a legally recognized wife, how could anyone remain unaffected?

Hence, even though work in Chong City was still in its preliminary data collection stage, Li Yan decided to go there first, just treating it as a break to relax his mind, and giving everyone some time to ease into the situation.

Li Yan had already informed Zheng Tian about it. Upon learning about the whereabouts of this enemy who troubled him for seven to eight years, Zheng Tian was thrilled and immediately expressed his desire to resolve it personally with Li Yan together.

This was not a vacation or a meeting, so they didn’t travel together but arranged separate itineraries, planning to unite in Chong City afterwards.

Now, not only did Wen Qianyi know his identity, but even Zhang Yurong knew. Hence, leaving suddenly might make her worry. To address this, he specifically prepared a business trip arrangement, under the guise of researching the film market, meeting with directors, producers, and investors. Regarding this, he had Jiang Xueyin leak the information to Yurong, so she wouldn’t suspect anything.

Before leaving, Li Yan went to a place he once lived. The place was where Duan Haibo rented, living there with his girlfriend Lv Jiajing, her sister Lv Lijun, and her boyfriend Han Jinlong. Last year, during a cold war with Zhang Yurong, Li Yan moved out and lived there temporarily.

Compared to other places, this environment, size, and furniture equipment were quite ordinary, but he felt very comfortable living there. It was because of the vibrant atmosphere! It was unlike living in a large mansion with a few others; it was different from living alone or with Yue Yao. They’d eat together, drink, watch TV, and chat, creating a lively ambiance. Since leaving, due to busyness, he hadn’t returned, except once to invite them to a movie.

This time, though, he didn’t come for nostalgia or a visit; he had something to discuss with Duan Haibo.

He timed his arrival well, making a call to Duan Haibo and didn’t have to wait long, as they soon returned. Everyone was familiar with each other, so there was no awkwardness. Li Yan mentioned treating them to dinner, but Lv Jiajing said she’d already bought ingredients and decided to cook at home.

Upon reaching home, Lv Jiajing busied herself with preparing dinner, leaving no chance for Li Yan and Duan Haibo to converse. Han Jinlong and Lv Lijun also returned, and as they started chatting, there was no opportunity. Finally, when Lv Lijun went to the kitchen to help and Han Jinlong went to the room to change or something, Li Yan signaled Duan Haibo to talk in private.

After he no longer lived there, the smaller room was only used for storage, not suitable for chatting. Sensing Li Yan had something to discuss privately, Duan Haibo led him to the bedroom and closed the door.

"Xiao Duan, actually, I could have said this over the phone. But I wanted to personally thank you; you really helped me a lot the other day. You’ve helped many times."

Duan Haibo initially thought it was an embarrassing issue Li Yan needed help with, but unexpectedly, it was a thank-you. Seeing Li Yan being so earnest made him uncomfortable: "Brother Li, why say that? Although we aren’t hometown comrades, we’ve known each other for almost two years, right? Do we need to say thanks? If we must talk like this, without your help, how could I be living safely like this now?"