Truth Comes Out After Drinking

Tang Mianmian had no choice but to obediently drink, while using her eyes to send a message to Qi Yunmo.

"Look, he's making me drink, so I have to drink."

However, Qi Yunmo didn't see it that way. He thought Long Yejue's actions were a bit too obvious, as if he was trying to cover something up.

Of course, he wasn't going to point it out. Even when you're stirring up trouble, you need to do it subtly.

When Su Xi returned, there were two more people with her.

One was Long Ruoshui, and the other was Su Wanru.

As soon as Long Ruoshui entered, she started complaining, "Why didn't you guys invite me to the Imperial Capital? I'm not familiar with this place, and you didn't even take me out to have some fun!"

Long Ruoshui had just turned eighteen and was very curious about the nightlife and entertainment.

But the Long family had strict rules, and girls weren't allowed to go to such places.

So she often sneaked out.

Su Wanru followed Long Ruoshui to get into such high-end venues.

Although Su Wanru came from a wealthy family, it was still far less prestigious than the Long family, the top family in Jiang City.

So, in a place like the Imperial Capital's exclusive clubs, she was only a VIP, not an SVIP.

The moment she entered, her eyes naturally searched for a familiar face. But what she saw was him feeding Tang Mianmian wine. Her gaze dimmed, and her smile faded.

He Xijue smirked, "Who would dare bring the Long family's little princess here? Long Grandpa would chop me in half! I want to live a little longer, you know?"

Long Ruoshui was about to start arguing with him when she saw Tang Mianmian and exclaimed in surprise, "How is she here? Don't you need to be an SVIP to enter?"

Everyone immediately understood that Long Ruoshui, the little princess, didn't like her sister-in-law.

Qi Yunmo chuckled, "Your best friend didn't make the cut either, did she? She's your sister-in-law now, and that's enough to get her through the door, okay?"

Long Ruoshui, who had initially tried to isolate Tang Mianmian, didn't expect to get dragged into a conversation about Su Wanru instead. Naturally, she wasn't happy about it but couldn't find anything to say. She could only pull Su Wanru aside and say, "At least Wanru's from a rich family. She'll get into places like this sooner or later."

Su Wanru felt awkward. She wasn't familiar with these people, and if it weren't for knowing Long Ruoshui, she probably wouldn't have anything to do with them.

So, she quietly pulled Long Ruoshui's arm, signaling her to stop talking.

Long Ruoshui felt her friend was being wronged but couldn't get along with these so-called "heaven's chosen ones." She could only sulk and drink glass after glass.

On the other side, Tang Mianmian didn't have the time to notice the storm brewing over there. After one glass of red wine, she started to feel a bit dizzy.

Though she could usually hold her alcohol, today, having just woken up, her head was still a little foggy.

After Long Yejue fed her a second glass, she started to feel overwhelmed. Her face flushed, and she stammered, "I can't drink anymore, my stomach's full. You guys can drink without me, okay?"

Her pitiful appearance made Long Yejue's heart soften. He was about to suggest she rest for a while when He Xijue stirred up trouble.

"This sister-in-law is at her first gathering with us. We can't let her off so easily. Everyone, one more drink! Don't let this brother's wine be ignored, right?"

Long Yejue raised an eyebrow, his gaze sharp and mischievous as he looked at He Xijue.

He Xijue, feeling a chill run down his spine from that look, still bravely continued, "It's just a rule. From now on, everyone should bring their wives along when drinking with the brothers. That's only fair, right?"

His intention was to make Tang Mianmian drink more, but he never expected that this "rule" would end up backfiring on him.

Of course, that's another story.

Long Yejue looked down at the tipsy little woman in his arms and softly asked, "Can you drink more?"

Before Tang Mianmian could answer, Long Ruoshui sneered, "Brother He Xijue is a good friend of my big brother. If you don't drink this glass of wine, aren't you disrespecting Brother He?"

He Xijue knew Long Ruoshui was being sarcastic and that her real intention was to help her best friend, Su Wanru, connect with him.

He didn't like Su Wanru, so he definitely wasn't going to help her. With a smirk, he said, "Whether or not your sister-in-law respects me doesn't matter. But Long Ruoshui, you and your good friend better not disrespect me."

Long Ruoshui's face darkened instantly. "What do you mean, Brother He?"

"It's just a casual remark," He Xijue shrugged, then turned back to Tang Mianmian, "Sister-in-law, will you drink this?"

"Alright!" Tang Mianmian replied, since the matter had already been put in such a way, she couldn't refuse.

Once the precedent was set, things quickly spiraled out of control.

Everyone took a glass, and Tang Mianmian, feeling dazed, ended up collapsing into Long Yejue's arms.

The others smiled and said, "Brother, we can only help you with this much."

Long Yejue shot them a cold look, just about to take the half-drunk woman home when her phone rang.

He picked up the phone and saw that the caller was Fu Ranran. After a moment of hesitation, he handed the phone to Qi Yunmo.

Qi Yunmo, still puzzled, looked at the caller ID, and his expression instantly changed. He quickly took the call and moved to the side. After saying only a few words, he rushed off, "Ranran's in trouble."

Long Yejue's heart sank, but before he could ask what had happened, Qi Yunmo was already running out with the phone.

The others, still stunned, looked at each other in confusion. None of them had ever seen Qi Yunmo act so urgently.

Long Yejue, carrying the tipsy Tang Mianmian, left the venue. Long Ruoshui, seeing this, pulled Su Wanru to follow them.

Su Xi looked at the door, feeling frustrated. River He Xijue, holding a drink, approached her and said, "Feeling down? Drink a bit more, and you won't remember anything."

Su Xi nodded and smiled, "Sure, tonight, we won't leave until we're drunk."

Curiously, He Xijue added, "I still can't believe Yejue didn't stop her from drinking and even let his own woman get drunk. That's pretty unbelievable, right?"

A Cold Smile from Mo Chengyu

Mo Chengyu gave a cold, indifferent smile. "He's scheming."

"Huh?" He Xijue was momentarily caught off guard, but he knew Long Yejue's character. Every action he took, every move he made, was calculated. He couldn't help but shake his head in disbelief. "That scheming personality of his... he's using it on his own wife. It's too devious!"

Mo Chengyu's gaze was long and unfathomable. "When has he not been scheming?"

He Xijue nodded. "True."

If Long Yejue wasn't scheming, he wouldn't be Long Yejue.

Drunk and Stumbling

Tang Mianmian, feeling a bit tipsy, could barely stay upright. Long Yejue, noticing her condition, had no choice but to call An Yi to come and drive them home. After all, both of them had been drinking.

Once again, the all-purpose assistant arrived at the entrance of the Imperial Capital, just as expected.

Long Ruoshui dragged Su Wanru over to Long Yejue and said, "Big Brother, we've both been drinking, and it's not safe to drive. We didn't call for a driver either. Can we ride with you?"

"Does Long Yejue still not understand what his sister means?"

He lowered his gaze, speaking indifferently, "You can take a taxi back."

"Big Brother!" Long Ruoshui couldn't hold back. "It's late at night. You want us two girls to take a taxi? It's too dangerous!"

She was feeling extremely frustrated. All she wanted was to create an opportunity for her best friend, but every time she tried, her big brother shut her down.

Now, with Tang Mianmian around, it was even harder to get things moving. It was really frustrating.

But Long Yejue completely ignored her complaints and coldly replied, "If you know it's dangerous, why come out at all?"

"I..." Long Ruoshui was speechless.

In her big brother's eyes, she was nothing more than a spoiled and headstrong little sister.

"Big Brother, you take Ruoshui home. I'll take a taxi myself," Su Wanru said softly, her eyes so gentle it almost looked like they could melt water.

Long Ruoshui immediately refused, "That won't do! You're a girl! It's too dangerous for you to go alone! No way! I'll go with you, even if I have to be kidnapped!"

She was just speaking out of frustration, and everyone knew it.

But Long Yejue showed no intention of giving in, which made Long Ruoshui even more anxious.

An Yi, weighing the situation, stepped forward and persuaded, "Young Master, the Cayenne has enough space. It's safer to take both girls with you rather than leave them alone."

Long Yejue said nothing, simply helping Tang Mianmian into the car, which was, in a way, a silent acceptance of An Yi's suggestion.

Long Ruoshui was grateful to An Yi and happily pushed Su Wanru into the back seat while she took the front passenger seat.

She was making a move for Su Wanru.

Su Wanru's face turned slightly red as she sat next to Long Yejue, the man she had secretly admired for years. Her palms were damp with nervous sweat.

The small, enclosed space only heightened the tension, with everyone able to hear each other's breathing.

Long Yejue simply held Tang Mianmian close, paying no attention to Su Wanru.

Long Ruoshui looked at the rearview mirror, worried about her best friend.

Why wasn't she being more proactive?

Su Wanru, catching the look from her friend, felt oddly guilty.

She did want to, but when Long Yejue didn't even spare her a glance, how could she take the initiative?

On the other hand, Tang Mianmian, nestled in his arms, appeared so intimate with him that it made Su Wanru envious.

"Mmm, Su… Jie…"

The little woman in his arms murmured, causing the once relaxed man's expression to darken.

With sharp hearing, Long Ruoshui purposefully raised her voice, "What's she saying? Su Jie? That sounds like a man's name!"

An Yi, already knowing the truth, was so startled that the car swerved slightly.

Su Wanru, noticing An Yi's reaction, understood something was off. She had done her research on Tang Mianmian and knew that "Su Jie" was actually Su Shijie.

A faint smile curled at the corner of her lips, and she said softly, "It is indeed a man's name."

"Heh, she's calling another man's name while in my brother's arms? How inappropriate," Long Ruoshui couldn't resist mocking again. Her sole aim was to tarnish Tang Mianmian's image in Long Yejue's eyes.

It would be best if he kicked her out right now. She'd immediately set off fireworks to celebrate.

"Shut up!" Long Yejue's voice was cold and firm, making it clear he didn't want to hear any more of this.

Seeing his dark expression, Long Ruoshui assumed he was angry. She snorted, "Why are you scolding me? I'm not the one calling out another man's name."

Long Yejue's gaze suddenly sharpened, and he glared at Long Ruoshui. She shrank back and pouted in protest.

"Stop the car!" Long Yejue suddenly ordered.

An Yi, sensing his anger, immediately pulled over to the side of the road.

Long Ruoshui, puzzled, asked, "What's going on? Why are we stopping? We're not there yet!"

Long Yejue's icy gaze landed on her, and his voice was bone-chilling as he said, "Get out of the car."

"What?" Long Ruoshui could hardly believe her ears.

"I said get out."

"Big Brother…" She called out, still unwilling to give in.

Long Yejue's cold eyes held no warmth as he stared at her. His lips barely moved as he warned, "Don't make me say it a third time."