At that moment, Walker said to Ye Fan, "Mr. Ye, are you satisfied with my handling of the situation?"

Ye Fan nodded. "Not bad. I’m very satisfied."

"Thank you, Mr. Ye, for forgiving my mistake once again!" Walker was grateful. Ye Fan had forgiven him several times before, and now he had done so again. He never expected the legendary King of Heaven to be such an easygoing person.

Ye Fan and Luo Ling went out to eat. Luo Ling acted like a doting lover, but every time she did, Ye Fan would skillfully sidestep her advances, leaving her with no opportunity.

He’s the one person I can’t conquer! She gritted her teeth in frustration, but she refused to give up. She believed she still had a chance. When it came to Ye Fan, she would never, ever compromise.

"Brother, am I a troublemaker? Do I only ever find you when I’m in trouble?" Luo Ling asked, her voice laced with sadness. She had caused trouble three times, and while none of it had been her fault, she knew that in others’ eyes, she was a magnet for it. But she wasn’t that kind of person; all she wanted was a simple, peaceful life.

"How could that be?" Ye Fan said gently. "You didn’t start any of those incidents. They were the ones who provoked you, so it’s not your fault at all."

His words made Luo Ling feel much better. She looked at him and said, "Brother, I really can’t be without you. I’m so afraid that if you’re gone one day, I’ll be bullied and have no one to help me." This was her subtle way of expressing her love for him.

But Ye Fan replied, "Why would you think that? I will always be by your side. Even after you get married, I will still be your dear brother."

Instantly, Luo Ling was heartbroken. The phrase "dear brother" sounded warm, but to her, it was a death sentence. She realized those were the last words she ever wanted to hear. Angrily, she glared at him.

Of course, Ye Fan knew why she was upset, but he decided the best course of action was to play dumb.

"You don’t understand me!" Luo Ling snapped, before turning and storming away.

What else can I do? Fearing she might be in danger, Ye Fan chased after her.

Qin Mengyao was just coming out of her classroom when she saw a crying Luo Ling run toward her dorm. A moment later, she spotted Ye Fan in pursuit and immediately walked over to him.

Her again... my cheap sister-in-law. Ye Fan pretended not to see her and tried to flee, the memory of their last encounter still fresh in his mind. He was afraid Qin Mengyao would cause another scene like before. If that happened, not even a jump into the Yellow River could clear his name. It wasn’t that he feared she would make a move on him. Rather, he feared he wouldn’t be able to control himself. That would be truly dangerous.

"Stop!" Qin Mengyao yelled.

Ye Fan slowly turned around, an awkward smile on his face. "Mengyao, it’s you! I didn’t see you there. I feel so ashamed; I haven’t visited you once since you started working here."

"So you finally realized!" Qin Mengyao snapped, twisting his ear.

Ye Fan winced in pain, caught between laughter and tears.

"Hmph! You made our school beauty cry," she said, interrogating him. "Be honest. Did you take her virginity while she was unconscious or resisting? Did she refuse to accept it, so she came back crying?"

Ye Fan was completely exasperated. Qin Mengyao had no filter whatsoever. He was her brother-in-law—a cheap one, maybe, but a brother-in-law nonetheless. Couldn’t she be a little more discreet? Damn, even Laozi is blushing.

He quickly tried to explain. "It’s not what you think. I just see her as my little sister. I might have said something that hurt her feelings, and that’s why she cried."

"Hmph! You know in your heart whether that’s true or not. If I tell my sister everything you’ve been up to in Jiangning, she will definitely kill you!" Qin Mengyao threatened.

"Please don’t!" Ye Fan pleaded.

But then he realized his mistake. I’ve been careless. He knew Qin Mengyao wouldn’t pass up an opportunity to blackmail him. When he saw her terrifying smile, he knew it was too late. He was once again at the mercy of a woman’s threats.

"If you don’t want me to tell my sister, then you’ll just have to do as I say," Qin Mengyao said, her smile carrying an irresistible menace that was truly terrifying.

"Just tell me what you want," Ye Fan said, trying to de-escalate. "We’re all family here, no need for formalities!" He hoped to distract her, but Qin Mengyao wasn’t so easily fooled.

"Then tonight..." she began, but trailed off, finding herself facing a tough decision. What she wanted was for Ye Fan to take her on a date, but that presented a dilemma. What about Chen Zihan? She had already made plans to go to the movies with her that evening. But if she didn’t extort Ye Fan now, who knew when she’d get another chance?

Just as she was struggling to decide, Chen Zihan arrived. Ye Fan was surprised. He was used to seeing her in professional attire, but this time, Chen Zihan was wearing a gorgeous dress that made her look exceptionally beautiful.

Qin Mengyao and Chen Zihan were equally attractive, each with her own unique charm. When they stood together, they were usually on par. This time, however, Qin Mengyao felt completely outshone. When two women are equally matched in looks, their clothes can decide the winner. I’m so annoyed! If I had known, I would have dressed up more beautifully too! I wouldn’t have been outdone by Chen Zihan like this.

When Chen Zihan saw Ye Fan, her heart began to pound. She quickly composed herself. I can’t lose my composure when I see him.

Ye Fan smiled. "Teacher, long time no see!"

"Long time no see," Chen Zihan greeted back.

Just then, Qin Mengyao said, "We’re going to the movies tonight. Want to come with us?"

"I don’t really like movies, so I’ll pass. You two go ahead and have fun," Ye Fan said with a chuckle.

However, one look at Qin Mengyao’s threatening gaze was enough to make him change his tune. "Although I don’t like movies, going with beauties is a different matter. Especially two beauties? Of course, I’m willing to go."

The three of them got into Chen Zihan’s car. It was almost dark by the time they arrived at the cinema. To Ye Fan’s surprise, the two women had chosen a horror movie. He had no choice but to go along with it.

When the other couples in the theater saw the two stunning women flanking Ye Fan, their eyes nearly popped out. They glanced at their own partners and found nothing that could possibly compare. Comparisons are truly odious. At that moment, they all felt that Ye Fan was the ultimate winner in life, surrounded by beauties. Their jealousy was palpable.

If they knew what I was thinking, I’d tell them, "Don’t be too jealous, bro. I’m helpless here. Sure, I’m accompanied by beauties, but this is definitely not the life I want."

If those men knew his thoughts, they would undoubtedly scoff and curse, "Hypocrite! What a hypocritical bastard!"

The men’s girlfriends pinched them hard. A woman’s jealousy is a powerful thing, and they were all fiercely jealous, but it was useless. They simply couldn’t measure up.

And so, amidst a flurry of murderous glares, the trio entered the theater.

Inside, Ye Fan looked at their tickets and then sat in the middle seat. To anyone watching, he looked like the textbook definition of a rich second-generation heir, out on the town with his two gorgeous mistresses. What an enjoyable life!

Actually, I’m not a rich second-generation heir. Laozi is a self-made man.

The movie began. It was a deeply disturbing horror film, and the entire theater erupted in screams. The 3D effects made the experience truly immersive, as if you were right there in the middle of the terror.

Ye Fan, however, remained completely unfazed. This is all fake. Besides, even if it were real, would the great King of Heaven actually be afraid of a few ghosts?

He grunted softly, because both his hands were being fiercely squeezed by the two women beside him. It was incredibly painful. Whenever a terrifying scene appeared on screen, they would bury their faces in his chest.

And they have the nerve to watch a horror movie with this little courage? I’m totally done with this.

Of course, that wasn’t the worst of it. The real problem was that he was their collateral damage. By the time the movie was over, his hands were covered in pinch marks.

"That was so scary!" Qin Mengyao said, terrified. Even Chen Zihan was trembling. Women are naturally timid, especially when watching a movie like this. It was impossible not to be afraid.

Ye Fan was speechless. "Alright, the movie’s over now," he said. "You two should head home and get some rest."

Honestly, he couldn’t wait to leave. If his women dared to ask him to watch a horror movie again, he would refuse without hesitation. When women get scared, the men are the ones who suffer the most.