Leng Xunze glanced at her, then explained, "Let the line out to catch a big fish."
Wen Yan understood. She sat down at a corner of the table. "Let's eat."
Leng Xunze hummed in response.
Seeing him sit down, Wen Yan's gaze fell on his handsome profile. "Honey, do you know about the design exhibition in a couple of days?"
"I know. Wife, you've been selected too," Leng Xunze said, picking up his chopsticks to grab some food.
Wen Yan was stunned. She hadn't even told him yet.
She asked with a curious expression, "Honey, how did you know?"
Leng Xunze paused what he was doing and looked at her, smiling. "Because I know you."
Wen Yan looked at the smile on his face and, with a twinkle in her eyes, blurted out the news about being selected for the design exhibition.
"This design exhibition will be very helpful for you. You should go and see it."
Wen Yan nodded. After chatting for a while longer, Leng Xunze suddenly asked, "Wife, do you like pets?"
Wen Yan blinked. "Yes! Why?"
"Then let's move back. I bought a cat, and I haven't had time to take care of it here," Leng Xunze felt the room was too small.
Wen Yan considered it. Her mother now knew about their relationship. Although she hadn't agreed yet, her mother's attitude was no longer as hostile as before.
With that in mind, she agreed. "Okay, I'll tell the landlord tomorrow."
Leng Xunze was thrilled. "I'll have Zuo An find people to start moving tomorrow."
"Okay."
After dinner.
Wen Yan and Leng Xunze were sitting on the sofa. As she was about to browse some designs, she suddenly received a call from Ye Shu. "Sister Ye."
"Wen Yan, I have something to tell you." She could hear the excitement in Ye Shu's voice.
This made her even more curious.
What could it be?
Then, she heard Ye Shu say, "Wen Yan, I showed your ancient-style design to a friend of mine, and he immediately decided he wants you to design for him. She's a director, just like me. If you're interested, I can give you her WeChat."
Wen Yan smiled and replied, "Thank you, Sister Ye."
Ye Shu was pleased. "It's mainly because you have the talent. Alright, I won't disturb you. Go to sleep."
Wen Yan replied, "Yes, Sister Ye, get some rest."
As soon as she hung up, Leng Xunze spoke from beside her, "What's making you so happy?"
Wen Yan shared with him, "Sister Ye just told me that one of her friends is also looking for a designer and asked for my opinion."
Leng Xunze was happy for her too. "I'll treat her to a meal when I get the chance."
Wen Yan waved her hand. "I'll treat her, but after I'm done with my current busy schedule."
"Mmm, isn't it time for bed, wife?" Leng Xunze leaned closer to her, putting an arm around her waist and pulling her into his embrace.
Wen Yan's face turned red. She placed her hands on his chest and looked up, meeting his deep, dark eyes.
Her heart seemed to skip a beat.
Leng Xunze looked at Wen Yan's lips and lowered his head to kiss her.
Wen Yan responded passionately.
When the kiss ended, Leng Xunze scooped her up and carried her into the master bedroom.
The moonlight cast shadows across the room.
...
Meanwhile.
At the Wen family villa.
Wen Ya and Madam Wen were sitting on the sofa. Wen Shihao looked upset. He came downstairs and looked at Wen Ya. "The project was ultimately secured by the Yuan family. What did you tell your sister?"
Losing a project was a significant loss for him.
The Leng family's project offered the best price and materials, but they had wasted a golden opportunity.
Otherwise, the Wen Corporation would have stood out among the prominent families.
Wen Ya looked up, hating Wen Yan deeply. She spoke softly, "Dad, I told my sister so many things, but she was completely indifferent."
Madam Wen chimed in, "Honey, Ya'er tried her best. Wen Yan was already unhappy about you kicking her out, but I didn't expect her to become such an ungrateful wretch."
"Moreover, she completely disregards the family bond with you."
Wen Shihao was furious. "She's hooked up with the Leng family and become Madam Leng, so she doesn't even care about me anymore."
Knowing that Wen Yan could connect with Leng Xunze, he was determined to appease her.
Now, if he wanted the Wen Corporation to rise above other families and enter the ranks of top conglomerates, he had to talk to Wen Yan.
Seeing Wen Shihao's anger, Wen Ya said, "Dad, why don't I go talk to my sister again?"
Wen Shihao waved her off. "You don't need to go. I will. Your inheritance of the company will have to wait a while longer."
Wen Ya outwardly agreed obediently.
Wen Shihao was pleased that Wen Ya didn't press the issue further.
After Wen Shihao went upstairs, Wen Ya looked at Madam Wen. "Mom, a good opportunity is gone now."
Madam Wen comforted her, patting her back. "What's the rush? The inheritance is definitely yours. Your priority now is to enter high society. Then your father will be more willing to hand over the company to you."
Wen Ya's eyes lit up with an idea. She smiled and said, "Thank you, Mom."
Madam Wen smiled. "Mom will help you. As for Wen Yan, you don't need to worry about her. Your father won't favor her."
"Mom, but I'm afraid that if Wen Yan and Dad reconcile, what will we do?" Wen Ya heard Madam Wen's words. The only way she could enter high society was with Song Na's help.
Madam Wen sneered. "Wen Yan is just like her mother. They won't reconcile; their relationship will only worsen."
Wen Ya felt relieved upon hearing this.
"It's getting late. Go to bed early," Madam Wen instructed her a few times and then walked upstairs.
Wen Ya nodded, took out her phone, and called Song Na. "Miss Song."
Song Na's tone was calm. "Miss Wen, is there something you need at this late hour?"
Wen Ya stood up and walked upstairs. "I need your help with something."
Song Na paused for a few seconds and replied, "Tell me about it."
Wen Ya explained her desire to enter high society.
Song Na pondered for a few seconds. "I can help you, but I want you to help me deal with Wen Yan."
Wen Ya smiled. "I've already figured out how to deal with her."
Song Na didn't ask further. "Okay, I'll call you tomorrow. Come find me, and I'll take you to a party."
A smile appeared on Wen Ya's face. "Thank you, Miss Song. I will make Wen Yan lose all face."
Song Na smirked. "Let's see what you can do."
Wen Ya hung up and returned to her room. She took out an invitation. She didn't believe that after Young Master Leng heard about this, he could still be affectionate with Wen Yan.
Furthermore, the Leng family had the strictest rules, and Madam Leng would likely not allow Wen Yan to enter the family.
She would get back the dignity she lost from Wen Yan twice before.
This time, I will make you lose everything.
The next morning.
Wen Yan woke up and was about to head to her studio when she received a call from Wen Shihao.
She frowned. "Is there something you need?"
"Yan Yan, Dad will take you out for breakfast!"