Chapter 146: It Can Be Considered Public
Translator: End less Fantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation
Upon hearing Li Yan’s words, Bai Xue felt a sense of panic. It was the day of the press conference, and Li Yan had been thoroughly embarrassed. As his girlfriend, Bai Xue should be comforting him, not questioning him. Realizing this, Bai Xue immediately spoke softly and gently, saying, “N-no… I’m not blaming you. I was just thinking, with such a great opportunity, why didn’t you go public with our relationship?”
Li Yan responded calmly, “Now, almost everyone knows we’re dating. Even if I don’t explicitly state it, it can be considered public.”
Hearing this, Bai Xue became anxious. Even if many people knew, if Li Yan didn’t make it official, it couldn’t be considered entirely open and aboveboard. Bai Xue said, “But…”
Li Yan interrupted Bai Xue, saying, “Enough, don’t stir up trouble. I probably won’t be able to come back today. I’ll have the driver take you to school tomorrow.”
Although Bai Xue was reluctant, she also sensed something. Especially since Li Yan was quite angry, she didn’t press further. Bai Xue said, “When do you think you can come back? I’m alone at home, and I’m scared and lonely.”
Li Yan remained silent for a while and then said, “At least three days. Grandfather is very angry right now.”
Bai Xue replied, “Alright, I love you.”
After saying that, she kissed into the phone affectionately.
Li Yan disconnected the call without reciprocating the sentiment or saying “I love you” in return.
At that moment, someone knocked on his door. The butler stood outside and said, “Young Master, the old master is asking for you to come downstairs.”
Li Yan said, “Okay, I’ll be right down.”
Then, he stood up and walked out of the room.
In the living room, Old Master Li, Li Yan’s parents, Li Yu, and Li Yan’s younger brother, Li Sheng, were all there.
Li Yan knew that he was about to face their reprimands and felt quite helpless and exhausted. He suddenly couldn’t understand why he had fallen in love with Bai Xue. Was it because she was young and attractive, or because she was kind and innocent?
Old Master Li spoke first, “Li Yan, I don’t understand. What do you see in that woman? She had the audacity to film those kinds of things, and she shamelessly sent them to others.”
After pondering for a moment, Li Yan replied, “Grandfather, I think Bai Xue might have been afraid that Jiang Ling’er would win your favor and that you’d make me marry her. So she did this out of fear.”
Li Yan’s mother, Wang Ying, interjected angrily, “Even at a time like this, you’re defending that shameless woman? Have you lost your mind?”
Wang Ying was very angry. This was the first time she scolded her son so angrily.
Li Yu added in a calm tone, “Even if she was afraid, it doesn’t excuse such shameless behavior. Isn’t she afraid that Jiang Ling’er might release those videos? Don’t say that Jiang Ling’er wouldn’t do it; even if she doesn’t, it’s not giving face to you.”
After a long silence, Li Yan said, “I don’t understand her thought process that led her to do this.”
Wang Ying said angrily, “Bai Xue’s intentions are a complete mystery, but Ling’er has made it clear that she won’t release the video out of respect for your grandfather’s honor. However, she cannot afford to delete it, fearing that Bai Xue might cause further trouble. To preempt any continued harassment from Bai Xue, she intends to keep all the evidence intact.”
Wang Ying fumed, her eyes shooting daggers at Li Yan. She couldn’t help but vent some more. “I mean, seriously, Li Yan, do you honestly think it’s okay to just throw those pictures around like confetti? It’s like a parade of shamelessness! Sure, you and your lady love might be getting cozy, but does the entire universe really need a front-row seat to your nocturnal activities?”
Li Yan implored, “Mom, please, let’s not dwell on this.”
Li Yan was in a state of utter bewilderment, unable to fathom how Bai Xue could resort to such tactics to achieve her goals.
Wang Ying clenched her teeth and muttered with exasperation, “Do you think I enjoy talking about that woman? I mean, even those Japs, who produce that kind of content, have the decency to censor things, but she…”
Li Sheng hurriedly poured a glass of water and handed it to Wang Ying. He said, “Mom, take it easy, don’t get angry.”
Wang Ying looked at her youngest son, took a sip of water, and lamented, “How can 1 keep my composure in the face of Bai Xue’s audacity? Li Jin, why don’t you weigh in? Look at what your son has gotten involved with. Even those ladies of the night know how to cover their tracks and keep their unsavory sides hidden.”
“Mom,” Li Sheng said carefully, “Maybe Bai Xue thinks she’s special, and that Jiang Ling’er will never be able to make my brother sleep with her.”
Li Jin shot a stern glance at his younger son and remarked, “Adult matters, my boy, aren’t suitable topics for children.”
Li Sheng grumbled, clearly unhappy, “I’m already thirteen! I’m practically an adult.”
Li Jin responded with a chilly snort, “Is that so? Do you have a girlfriend then?”
Li Sheng suddenly felt a bit uneasy. He wasn’t keen on rushing into romance; he still had plenty of fun ahead of him. He replied with a mischievous grin, “I’m still too young for a girlfriend. Besides, 1 plan to marry my computer in the future..”