"Sister Mingyue, it's fine if others call me sinister, but you can't!"
"Isn't everything I'm doing for the Hidden Organization?"
Ye Cangtian shot Dongfang Mingyue a look and said exasperatedly.
"Yes, yes, yes!"
Dongfang Mingyue nodded repeatedly with a smile, and continued, "I should say you are putting in so much effort!"
Hearing this, Ye Cangtian felt a little better. Then he said, "By the way, Sister Mingyue, did you notice that Ye Yaoyang intentionally wanted Ye Zhenghao to approach you..."
Dongfang Mingyue's expression turned serious upon hearing this, and she nodded gently.
She had also noticed this, but couldn't figure out Ye Yaoyang's intentions.
"Little brother, have you thought of anything?"
Dongfang Mingyue's voice came. Ye Cangtian furrowed his brows slightly and said, "I haven't figured it out either."
Ye Cangtian shook his head helplessly.
Even if Ye Yaoyang wanted Ye Zhenghao to approach Dongfang Mingyue, what would be the use?
After all, in terms of the Four Great Seals, Dongfang Mingyue was very rational.
No matter how much she admired Ye Zhenghao, even if they became friends, the Four Great Seals would absolutely be a forbidden zone for both parties.
Therefore, Ye Cangtian couldn't understand the other party's actions and finally said helplessly, "Forget it, things will work themselves out. We'll just wait and see."
"Yes, that's all we can do," Dongfang Mingyue replied helplessly and nodded.
Just then, a maid from the sleeping quarters walked in.
She bowed respectfully to the two of them and then said, "Your Excellencies, Yan Biao and Ye Zhenghao are waiting at the door."
Hmm?
Dongfang Mingyue's brows immediately furrowed. They were just talking about Ye Zhenghao, and now he had arrived. It was truly a case of speaking of the devil!
He had indeed come.
Ye Cangtian smiled slightly. Since Ye Yaoyang insisted on foisting Ye Zhenghao upon him, he might as well accept him.
He wanted to see what the other party was up to!
Thinking this, he exchanged a look with Dongfang Mingyue, and they both stood up and left the sleeping quarters.
A short while later, they met Ye Zhenghao and Yan Biao at the entrance.
Both of them were still wearing the uniforms of the Blazing Fire Institute today, but they looked much more spirited, indicating that they had tidied themselves up meticulously.
"Yan Biao, are there any good scenic spots around the Blazing Fire Institute?"
Dongfang Mingyue merely nodded at Ye Zhenghao and then turned to Yan Biao to ask.
After all, Ye Zhenghao had been forced upon her by Ye Yaoyang, and Dongfang Mingyue still harbored some reservations, so she deliberately kept her distance.
Yan Biao, on the other hand, was a nephew of Yan Shenghui. Although he wasn't entirely pleasing to the eye, their relationship was closer.
Yan Biao quickly replied, "If you're talking about scenery, there are pleasant spots all around, but I think the best is the Blazing Flame Mountain..."
"Alright, since you think it's good, let's make Blazing Flame Mountain our first stop!"
Dongfang Mingyue interrupted him directly and then gestured for him to lead the way!
"..."
Seeing Dongfang Mingyue leave with Yan Biao, Ye Zhenghao's face became extremely awkward.
Although he and Yan Biao were both considered the twin heroes of the Blazing Fire Institute, in terms of status, he still held a clear advantage over Yan Biao.
Now, with Dongfang Mingyue clearly treating him as if he were invisible, it made him feel very uncomfortable.
Thinking about his father Ye Yaoyang's suggestion again, Ye Zhenghao felt even more stifled.
If Dongfang Mingyue already treated him like air, it would be difficult to win her over.
"Brother Zhenghao, please forgive me!"
"Perhaps Yan Biao escorted Sister Mingyue all the way, and the two of them are quite familiar with each other, so you were neglected!"
Just then, Ye Cangtian walked over.
He still wanted to probe the other party's background. If the other party continued to be ignored, it might be difficult for him to reveal his intentions, so he proactively approached to strike up a conversation and ease the other party's awkwardness.
"Thank you for your explanation, Mr. Ye. I thought I had offended Miss Mingyue!"
Upon hearing Ye Cangtian's words, Ye Zhenghao's expression improved significantly.
The other party naturally understood Dongfang Mingyue, so he believed everything he said.
It seemed that if he could first get acquainted with Dongfang Mingyue, then everything would be resolved.
However, Ye Zhenghao still had some reservations. The benefits Ye Yaoyang had mentioned about winning over Dongfang Mingyue were still unclear to him.
For example, both of them had good talent. If they were to combine, their offspring would likely also have good talent.
It was clear that these were definitely not the benefits Ye Yaoyang had mentioned.
For this reason, coupled with Dongfang Mingyue's indifference towards him, he had not yet made up his mind.
On the other side, seeing Ye Zhenghao's slightly conflicted expression, Ye Cangtian remained silent for a moment and said, "Brother Zhenghao, do you have any unspoken difficulties? Feel free to tell me, perhaps I can help you!"
"No, nothing!"
Ye Zhenghao was somewhat flustered by the sudden question.
After all, between him and Dongfang Mingyue, it was currently Ye Yaoyang's wishful thinking. It could be said that there wasn't even a hint of a connection.
If he were to talk about it now, wouldn't that make him a laughingstock?
Thinking this, he quickly changed the subject and asked, "Mr. Ye, I want to know what Miss Mingyue's preferences are, or what she likes, so that perhaps we can get closer!"
After all, Ye Yaoyang wouldn't harm him. Even if he hadn't decided yet, it wouldn't hurt to do some preparation beforehand.
At worst, he could just treat it as making a friend. After all, having an extra friend meant having an extra path, which wasn't a bad thing.
Hmm?
Ye Cangtian frowned upon hearing this.
He did agree with the other party's reasoning, but he always felt that the other party had ulterior motives.
After a moment of hesitation, Ye Cangtian slowly said, "Sister Mingyue's greatest hope is to see the Hidden Organization return to its peak and for there to be no more wars within the ruins..."
Ye Cangtian understood Dongfang Mingyue, so even if he didn't know her specific preferences, it was still possible to express some grand aspirations.
After a pause, Ye Cangtian continued, "As for what she likes, you've asked the wrong person. I don't know either..."
Ye Cangtian shook his head helplessly. He had never tried to please any woman, including Tang Xinwan.
The marriage contract from Elder Zhou had solved a lot of his troubles.
Could it be...
Thinking of Tang Xinwan, Ye Cangtian suddenly had a flash of inspiration, and a possibility occurred to him.
Could it be that Ye Yaoyang wanted Ye Zhenghao to approach Dongfang Mingyue to win her favor, and then for the two of them to achieve a positive outcome?
Impossible, right?
Ye Zhenghao looked much older than Sister Mingyue. They didn't seem compatible at all!
Ye Yaoyang should have been able to see this. If so, why would he try to force them together?
While thinking this, Ye Cangtian temporarily put the matter aside. After all, they were on an outing now, and it wasn't appropriate to dwell on such thoughts.
On the other side, hearing Ye Cangtian's words, Ye Zhenghao nodded understandingly.
He believed what Ye Cangtian said.
After all, Ye Cangtian was a proud son of heaven, a leading figure among the younger generation. Such a person was yearned for by many women.
Under these circumstances, Ye Cangtian naturally didn't need to please any woman.
Thinking this, Ye Zhenghao made a gesture and said, "Mr. Ye, let's catch up. We can chat as we walk."
Thus, the two quickened their pace and caught up with Dongfang Mingyue and Yan Biao.
After leaving the village, they soon arrived at the foot of Blazing Flame Mountain.