Chapter 713: Li Na’s Dowry!

Old Master Yan’s face turned slightly awkward as he saw Yan Aohan descend the stairs. He had originally advised his old friend to leave early, but the man had refused. Besides, since the guest was already here, it would indeed be rude to drive him away so directly. Beside him, Madam Yan remained expressionless, clearly furious with her husband’s actions.

“Aohan, it’s time to eat,” Old Master Yan called out hurriedly, feeling a bit anxious. He didn’t know how his son would react.

Yan Aohan sat down. Aunt Wu served the meal. He finished it in two or three bites, then stood up. “I’m done. You take your time.” With that, he pushed his chair back and prepared to leave.

“Aohan, are you leaving?” Madam Yan’s heart skipped a beat. She knew her son well; she understood that her current behavior was already giving them face.

Yan Aohan glanced at Madam Yan, swept his gaze over Old Master Yan, and finally fixed his eyes on Old Master Guan. “I recall someone from the Guan family is in Hong Kong. Old Master Guan, you should understand what I mean. My affairs are not for everyone to meddle in. Do not try to scheme against me. Today, I will filed it away without dwelling lightly, considering the past friendship between the Yan and Guan families. If such things happen again, I believe you know that I can make those people stay outside forever. This is no empty threat.” He then turned to Old Master Yan. “In ten years, I will return.” With that, he left directly.

“Ten years.” Madam Yan’s expression changed again. She glared directly at Old Master Yan. “You old fool, you’ve driven your son away. If she doesn’t come back, neither should you.” She turned and went straight back to her room.

Old Master Yan panicked now. He wasn’t worried about Yan Aohan; he was worried that his wife would hold a grudge against him. If he really kicked him out, he would truly become a laughingstock. He gave Old Master Guan a slightly embarrassed smile. “Old Guan, my apologies. I didn’t want things to turn out this way. It seems our Yan family lacks fortune.”

Old Master Guan’s expression was indeed unpleasant, but he couldn’t say anything at this moment. He knew that since Yan Aohan had spoken those words, even if he wanted to rely on the Yan family’s goodwill, it was no longer possible. He understood that although Yan Aohan had left like this, as long as he maintained a relationship with Old Master Yan, other members of the Guan family might face unpleasant consequences.

Old Master Guan could act superior in front of others, and he still had some face even with Old Master Yan. Without that face, he wouldn’t have been able to get his granddaughter into Old Master Yan’s good graces. However, he knew that in front of Yan Aohan, there was no such thing as “face.”

At this moment, he realized one thing: the Yan family was no longer in the era of Old Master Yan, but in the era of Yan Aohan. This thought startled him. He knew that nowadays, not only in the capital but also among some local prominent families, everything relied on the reputation of the older generation to support the family. Only when the younger generation rose could the older generation step down. Therefore, many families hoped their ancestors would live longer, as longevity helped the family. The Yan family was clearly different. From the moment Yan Aohan was born, it was clear that even if something happened to Old Master Yan, as long as Yan Aohan was there, the Yan family would remain the top premier family in the capital.

Old Master Guan was an ambitious man. It was precisely because of this ambition that he wanted to introduce his granddaughter, Guan Xiaoyue, to Yan Aohan. If she could successfully enter the Yan family, the Guan family would have no problems for a hundred years. But now it was clear: he had the desire, but Yan Aohan did not. And the most tragic part was that he could not afford to offend Yan Aohan.