MMH Chapter 38

Wen Yan fell silent for a moment, unsure of how to respond.

He understood Wen Xueyi’s meaning.

For him, Wen Xueli would rather give up the position of family head than accept the arrangement of the family elders and marry the prestigious young lady they had chosen.

Naturally, he was happy about it, but there was also a strong sense of guilt.

Just last night, they had discussed the school project, and Wen Xueli had encouraged him, assuring him that he would not hinder his future.

However, unbeknownst to him, Wen Xueli had given up the position of family head because of him.

This was much more serious than an internship at school.

It not only involved the man’s future but also his relationship with the family.

Wen Yan suddenly felt like Bao Si in the story of “The Flames of War Play the Lords,” though Wen Xueli was certainly not King Zhou of Shang with a clouded mind. According to Wen Xueyi’s account, Wen Xueli did give up the Wen family because of him.

He was usually a very calm person, but at this moment, his mind was in chaos, sinking into a long silence.

Wen Xueyi took a sip of tea and said, “Actually, I’m not telling you this to blame you.”

Wen Yan looked up at him.

“I’m just a bit worried…” Wen Xueyi sighed again and said, “Without Big Brother, the Wen family is still prominent. But without Big Brother, I’m not sure if the Wen family can continue to be the head of the prestigious family in Hongcheng.”

Wen Yan was slightly stunned.

So, he wasn’t blaming himself but rather worrying about the future of the Wen family?

Wen Xueyi glanced at Wen Xueli by the French window, his eyes filled with respect. “Grandfather once said that Big Brother is the most capable in our generation… and he truly is the most capable. Even now, those above only acknowledge him, and business partners only recognize him. Even if he leaves, he can still build his own commercial kingdom.”

Somehow, listening to Wen Xueyi’s words, Wen Yan felt a faint sense of pride.

This was his beloved, his lover, who, even after leaving the family, had his own path to tread.

Wen Xueyi withdrew his gaze, shifting it back to him. “The elders in the family think that by threatening with the position of family head, they can make Big Brother compromise. They don’t know that Big Brother is not afraid at all.”

Wen Yan hesitated for a moment and said, “Isn’t there still you?”

Although Wen Xueli had only mentioned one person, someone chosen and nurtured by Wen Xueli to be his successor should also be quite capable.

“Me?” Wen Xueyi bitterly smiled. “Compared to Big Brother’s temperament and methods, I fall far behind. I can, at most, maintain what’s already there. But this world changes too quickly. If you’re not at the forefront, you’ll fall behind sooner or later.”

Wen Yan remained silent, unsure of how to respond.

Wen Xueyi continued, “Sister-in-law, I’ve said so much because I hope you can persuade Big Brother. Grandfather entrusted the Wen family to him because he is a man of his word. I believe he won’t leave unless absolutely necessary.” Pausing for a moment, he added, “Of course, I will find a way to convince the elders not to interfere in Big Brother’s marriage matters.”

Wen Yan, after hearing all this, couldn’t help but feel a bit moved.

He had expected a family like the Wen family to be full of intrigue, but he hadn’t anticipated Wen Xueyi’s profound respect for his cousin.

A harmonious family would surely thrive.

It seems that the Wen family’s family traditions are quite good, and Grandfather Wen must have played a significant role in it.

Wen Yan said, “I will talk to Uncle about it.”

He didn’t want the man to break ties with the Wen family. He knew that the man had great respect for Grandfather Wen. Since he had promised Grandfather Wen to take over the Wen family, going back on his word now must be causing the man a lot of pain.

Moreover, this matter also involved him, and Wen Yan didn’t want to be someone else’s Bao Si, as mentioned in the story.

Wen Xueyi expressed his gratitude with tea, and Wen Yan reciprocated.

“Now that same-sex marriage is already legal, the elders’ opposition to Big Brother being with you is actually a disagreement on the issue of having children,” Wen Xueyi said, looking at him. “Whether to have children or not is something that Big Brother needs to discuss with you. However, the elders feel that no matter what, Big Brother must leave behind an heir because he is the eldest grandson of the main branch, and his children represent the interests of the direct line.”

Wen Yan was very surprised.

So, it also involved the issue of children?

So, the man not only wanted to get engaged with him but had also planned out the matter of having children?

But the man hadn’t revealed anything to him…

He maintained a calm expression on his face, but inside, a storm of emotions surged.

While he was still guessing whether the man liked him or not, the man had already planned their future.

And in the man’s future, he was always the most important.

He suddenly glimpsed the man’s feelings hidden behind the calm demeanor, and it felt profound.

His nose inexplicably tingled with a sour and sweet sensation. Emotionally moved, he mumbled, “…Uncle didn’t tell me.”

Wen Xueyi understood, “You’re still young; it’s too early to talk about these things.”

Wen Yan smiled.

Wen Xueyi said, “Big Brother probably doesn’t want you to know about the elders’ matters, but for the sake of the Wen family, I told you. I hope you don’t mind.”

Wen Yan shook his head, indicating that he wasn’t bothered by it.

Wen Xueyi thanked him again and asked him to persuade Wen Xueli before leaving with his teacup.

At this moment, Wen Xueli was still in conversation with someone.

The man leaned against the railing, exuding a casual air. Sunlight fell on him, casting half of his face in light and shadow, making him look even more noble and elegant.

Wen Yan stared at the man, lost in thought.

He realized that the man seemed to love him more than he had imagined.

While this brought him joy, it also left him a bit bewildered and unsure.

How had he, with no extraordinary qualities, managed to inspire such deep love from the man, even willing to confront the elders for him?

He pondered, unable to understand what exactly about him attracted the man.

“Xiao Yan Yan, what are you thinking? You seem so lost.” Tang Ji approached, sitting across from him, and asked with a smiling face.

Wen Yan snapped out of his thoughts, shaking his head.

Tang Ji chuckled, “How about joining us for a card game, playing Texas Hold’em? It’s simple.”

Wen Yan initially thought of refusing, but upon second thought, these people were all close friends of Wen Xueli. If he stayed aloof, it might seem discordant, so he agreed with a nod.

Tang Ji enthusiastically led him into one of the rooms, and as soon as the others saw him, they immediately called him “Big Sister-in-law.”

Someone got up to offer him a seat.

Wen Yan didn’t move and looked at Tang Ji.

Tang Ji nodded, gesturing for him to sit, and said with a playful smile, “You can use my chips. If you win, it’s yours; if you lose, it’s mine.”

Seeing that Wen Xueli was busy with matters, Tang Ji was afraid Wen Yan would be bored sitting alone, so he pulled him into the game.

As for winning or losing, it didn’t matter. Everyone at the table was close friends, and it was all for fun.

Wen Yan sat down. He had never played cards before, so Tang Ji explained the rules to him. In the first few rounds, he folded.

Later, he observed some patterns and unexpectedly won five rounds in a row.

The others protested, not believing that it was his first time playing.

Tang Ji pointed at them, laughing, “Quit the nonsense. Big Sister-in-law here has a higher IQ than all of you. She entered the Materials Science department at Haicheng University as the top student and is one of the talents nurtured by the country.”

The card players were momentarily stunned, and when they looked at Wen Yan, there was an added sense of caution.

These people were all involved in family affairs under the guidance of their elders. Naturally, they could achieve things without drawing much attention. When Wen Xueli introduced Wen Yan earlier, everyone treated him with respect and showed no hint of disdain.

However, this recognition might just be due to Wen Xueli’s influence, and there might not be much sincerity behind it.

Now, with Tang Ji’s introduction and the fact that Wen Yan indeed had real skills, even in playing cards using his intelligence to outsmart them, naturally earned their approval.

Several people secretly thought that being chosen by Young Master Wen was not in vain. Despite a different background, Wen Yan excelled in many aspects.

Wen Yan, not being naive, could sense the change in everyone’s attitude. Initially formal, there was now a sense of familiarity and ease. This made him feel a bit embarrassed.

He never thought of himself as exceptionally talented. He went to college simply to change his fate, so aside from working part-time, he devoted himself to studying. He never considered himself better than others.

He didn’t expect that playing a few rounds of cards would allow him to enter Wen Xueli’s circle and gain the approval of Wen Xueli’s friends. Of course, this was a good thing, and he was genuinely pleased.

After playing a few more rounds, he calculated and found out that he had unexpectedly won two million.

Tang Ji handed all the money to him.

Wen Yan was shocked.

Although Wen Xueli had given him a black card before, and he received a monthly allowance, he had never spent much money other than on tuition and living expenses.

Winning two million from playing cards was utterly astonishing.

While he was still in a daze, he suddenly heard the man’s voice behind him, “No need to give it to him. Split it among yourselves. Consider it his welcoming gift.”

Hearing the man’s arrival, Wen Yan immediately felt relieved.

Wen Xueli pulled him up and said to the others, “Continue playing.

After saying that, he led the young man outside.

Just moments ago, he had watched as the young man dominated the scene.

He never expected that in just a short ten minutes, the young man would win the hearts of the group of friends.

 

Author’s note:

Uncle and Yan Yan are both outstanding individuals~ ^_^

Thanks to the little angels who voted for me or provided nutrient solution~

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Thanks to the little angels who irrigated with [nutrient solution]:

Little Lazy Pig 30 bottles; Struggling Gemini 20 bottles; Shit Ball Is a Fake? 10 bottles; One Tomato 6 bottles; Chen Yi 5 bottles; Spring Chill and Water Windy 3 bottles; Tea Drifting, Ling Xiang, Not Born 1 bottle;

Thank you all so much for your support. I will continue to work hard!

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