Fu Yan Ting returned precisely because he wanted to discuss this matter with Tang Jin. Therefore, when Tang Jin asked him, Fu Yan Ting revealed the truth without any concealment.
Upon hearing this, Tang Jin’s flippant demeanor vanished, and he asked earnestly, "Yan Ting, if what you say is true, then it is indeed quite dangerous. What do you plan to do?"
"I intend to take Yan Xi back to Yan Cheng. Yan Yi will remain here with you. I’m worried he might be found by those people if he goes out. I've already hypnotized him; he's temporarily brainwashed and won't help those people anymore. But I can’t just observe from the shadows. I must accelerate my plan."
"Alright, no matter what happens, I’ll support you unconditionally. Just give the word, and I’ll do it without question."
Fu Yan Ting looked at Tang Jin with gratitude. Although Tang Jin was unreliable in his personal life, he was more dependable than anyone else when it came to serious matters. Fu Yan Ting couldn't help but feel Tang Jin's sincerity.
He patted Tang Jin’s shoulder, a silent acknowledgment of their unspoken understanding.
The next day!
Fu Yan Ting high-profilely returned to Yan Cheng with Yan Xi.
Their return to Yan Cheng was ostentatious, as if they wanted everyone to know.
However, Fu Yan Ting never expected that as soon as they disembarked and walked out of the airport, they would be swarmed by a group of reporters.
While the reporters dared not do anything to Fu Yan Ting, they were more than capable of dealing with Yan Xi.
Upon seeing Yan Xi, the reporters clamored to interview her.
"Miss Yan, we heard you have an ambiguous relationship with your cousin. Is this true?"
This referred to Xiang Jing Chen. Because Xiang Jing Chen had the Xiang family backing him, these reporters dared not name him directly and spoke more indirectly.
"Miss Yan, we also heard your relationship with your cousin is unclear. Can you explain here whether or not you two have ever been together?"
Yan Xi’s expression turned grim.
It was evident that these reporters were prepared and had been instructed. The person who instructed them to badger Yan Xi was themselves also being instructed.
And whoever instructed those reporters to press Yan Xi clearly knew something about her.
Previously, Fu Yan Ting had misunderstood Yan Xi because she was close to Xiang Jing Chen and He Yun. Now, these reporters were questioning Yan Xi in front of Fu Yan Ting, and Yan Xi feared he would misunderstand her again. She nervously glanced at Fu Yan Ting.
The reporters, however, had no intention of letting Yan Xi off the hook.
After a moment of silence, observing Yan Xi, the reporters continued, "Miss Yan, we also heard that you have completed a ghost marriage ceremony with Mu Jing Chen, the illegitimate son of the Mu family. Is this true?"
Yan Xi's face was already extremely unpleasant. Upon hearing these questions, her complexion became even more pallid.
Hearing the reporters’ persistent questioning, or rather, their harassment, Fu Yan Ting couldn't help but frown.
He cast a casual glance at Yan Xi. In truth, Yan Xi was not suited to dealing with these reporters; she appeared rather helpless against their刁难.
Although Fu Yan Ting was reluctant to mention the men who harbored inappropriate intentions towards Yan Xi, she was innocent. Fu Yan Ting could not let Yan Xi bear this burden.
He pulled Yan Xi protectively behind him and, addressing the reporters with an indifferent tone, said, "Esteemed reporters, our Fu Corporation is planning to build properties by the sea. We will gift each of you a unit then. I believe your disposition is very suited to living by the sea."
The unspoken message was, you're meddling too much.
Fu Yan Ting's sarcastic tone instantly silenced the reporters.
Fu Yan Ting shot a cold glare at them, then stated solemnly, "Now, get out of my sight."
These reporters were no match for Fu Yan Ting and dared not respond sarcastically. Upon hearing his words, they scurried away as fast as they could.
They reasoned that since Fu Yan Ting had returned to Yan Cheng with Yan Xi, he would undoubtedly be busy with work, leaving Yan Xi alone at times. When that happened, it would not be too late to interview Yan Xi then.
Yan Xi glanced at the departing reporters and whispered into Fu Yan Ting's ear, "Your words really carry authority. Look how scared they were and how quickly they left. You're truly my idol."
Fu Yan Ting looked at Yan Xi. Although his gaze remained cool, his tone softened involuntarily as he asked, "Since when did you learn to flatter? I had no idea."
Hearing Fu Yan Ting's comment, Yan Xi turned away somewhat sheepishly.
In reality, Yan Xi knew very well that the reporters were merely afraid of Fu Yan Ting. If she and Fu Yan Ting were not together, the reporters would still attack her.
It was obvious these reporters had been bribed.
Fu Yan Ting seemed to have realized this as well. He looked at Yan Xi and said reassuringly, "Xi Xi, don't overthink it. I will handle everything properly."
Yan Xi’s lips curved into a slight smile. She could tell that those people were deliberately trying to cause trouble. How could Fu Yan Ting, being so astute, not know this?
Fu Yan Ting didn't say it in front of Yan Xi because he didn't want her to worry.
Yan Xi understood Fu Yan Ting's deep concern for her, even though he didn't explicitly state it.
It was precisely for this reason that Yan Xi did not expose Fu Yan Ting’s pretense.
Yan Xi followed Fu Yan Ting back to the villa, her heart filled with mixed emotions. Previously, when she returned here with Fu Yan Ting, she was either threatened by him or had to compromise to protect those she cared about, often with reluctance.
But this time was different. This time, Yan Xi had willingly returned to this place with Fu Yan Ting.
Her feelings were vastly different from before.
She looked at Fu Yan Ting with a warmth in her eyes.
Fearing that Yan Xi might feel psychologically burdened, Fu Yan Ting did not have Xin Yi secretly protect her this time.
Instead, he had Xin Yi find several female bodyguards to discreetly protect Yan Xi.
Fu Yan Ting believed that girls would have many common topics to discuss.
Moreover, having a few girls protect Yan Xi would put him at ease.
After Xin Yi arranged everything, Fu Yan Ting left with peace of mind and headed directly to the International Special Police Headquarters.
Han Ming Xuan saw Fu Yan Ting. Ever since Fu Yan Ting and Han Ming Xuan had cleared the air the last time, Han Ming Xuan no longer held back anything from Fu Yan Ting.