Chapter 223: The Intruder

In the Su Family’s Great Hall.

After discovering Long Ao was a villain, Wang Haoran carefully observed the situation.

He noticed that among the young men present, only he and Long Ao were there, and besides Su Yan being the female protagonist, everyone else was just supporting characters.

Long Ao was a villain, so could that mean… the protagonist was actually himself?!

But that didn’t make sense… the protagonist usually competes with the villain for the girl, and Wang Haoran had no need to compete!

If he hadn’t taken measures to avoid having children for now, Su Yan would likely have returned this time with a big belly.

So it seemed the protagonist corresponding to this villain Long Ao hadn’t appeared yet?

Thinking this, Wang Haoran decided to keep an eye on Long Ao for a while.

The more Wang Haoran observed Long Ao, the more peculiar he found him.

This guy, on the surface, appeared respectful and courteous, but his words and behavior exuded an undiluted arrogance.

It seemed like he was discussing martial arts and medical skills with Su Yaoguo, but in reality, he was showing off his abilities to Su Yan.

Moreover, although he only learned about Su Yan’s celebrity status from Su Yaoguo’s introduction, he shamelessly tried to get close on his way out by saying, “I’ve always enjoyed listening to your songs!”

His pretentious demeanor was indeed typical of a shameless villain.

And as a villain, he even had the quintessential raised corner of the mouth, giving a classic crooked grin!

Seeing him like this, Wang Haoran restrained his urge to take action.

He decided that once he figured things out, he would definitely tear that crooked grin off Long Ao’s face!

However.

What annoyed Wang Haoran the most wasn’t Long Ao, but the old man Su Yaoguo.

This guy, happily chatting with Long Ao was one thing, but he even wanted his granddaughter to go over, saying, “You young people should communicate more!”

How could Wang Haoran tolerate this?

He had Su Yan sit on his lap the entire time, leaving everyone present shocked.

Because of this, after Long Ao left, and seeing the couple still inseparable, Su Yaoguo’s face darkened.

“In broad daylight, behaving like this, what kind of decency is this?!”

“…”

“Grandpa Su, don’t be angry just yet!”

Wang Haoran calmly said while looking at the furious Su Yaoguo, then gently set Su Yan down.

“Yan’er, why don’t you take your uncle and aunt outside for a bit?”

“I need to have a good talk with your grandpa to make him understand my feelings for you and get his support!”

“Okay!”

Su Yan obediently nodded.

She was also annoyed at her grandpa.

She had been so clear about her relationship, yet her grandpa still asked her to communicate with that Long Ao!

Really senile!

But as she left, Su Yan reminded, “Darling… after all, he’s my grandpa… go easy on him…”

“Don’t worry, I’ll be gentle!” Wang Haoran smiled and reassured her.

Then Su Yan started pulling her mother’s hand, signaling to the other family members.

“Mom, Dad, Uncle, Aunt, Haoran wants to talk to Grandpa alone. Let’s go outside for a bit?”

“…”

Seeing the couple’s natural and casual manner, everyone was stunned—

This… this is the Su family, right?

The way you’re acting, it feels like we’re the guests here!

Especially Su Yaoguo, whose face grew even darker.

He always believed that only a young and promising martial artist like Long Ao could be his granddaughter’s husband, and someone like Wang Haoran was unworthy of the Su family.

But seeing his granddaughter so fond of him, he decided to give him a chance.

Yet he never expected Wang Haoran to be so disrespectful!

And his granddaughter was joining in the nonsense!

He was so angry that his eyes bulged and his mustache bristled.

“This is outrageous! Such disrespect! Is there any discipline here?!”

“Boy, let me tell you, there’s no place for you in the Su family!”

Hearing this familiar line, Wang Haoran was completely speechless—

Old man, do you think I’m a live-in son-in-law?!

Of course, he maintained a respectful facade.

“Grandpa Su, only a marriage blessed by the family is truly happy. Acting like this only makes Yan’er uneasy.”

“So, I hope you can give me an opportunity to speak sincerely, to make you understand my genuine feelings for Yan’er!”

After Wang Haoran finished, everyone thought… a certain comedian’s line came to mind, “Makes sense!”

Seeing the hesitation from everyone, Su Yaoguo spoke up.

“You all go out!”

“I want to see what smooth words he can come up with!”

Su Yaoguo’s tone was confident, as if victory was assured.

But soon, he regretted it—

“Outrageous!”

…

“Grandmaster?! You… you’ve hidden your strength well! But do you think I’m afraid of you?!”

…

“You dare make a move?! Aren’t you afraid I’ll report you to the Special Management Bureau?!”

…

“Stop, stop! Gentlemen speak through words, not fists!”

…

“Stop, stop, grandson-in-law, for the sake of being Xiao Yan’s grandpa, stop!”

…

“Senior, I’ll call you senior, alright!?”

…

“Senior Wang, you’re a Grandmaster, you shouldn’t bully juniors—”

…

A series of ghostly wails ensued, but only Wang Haoran could hear them.

Initially, Wang Haoran wanted to treat Su Yaoguo as an elder and have a proper discussion, but then Long Ao appeared.

Wang Haoran thought, with the Su family’s cooperation, investigating Long Ao would be easier, and Su Yan had mentioned her grandpa appreciated young talents in martial arts.

So, to save time, Wang Haoran used the simplest and most direct method, beating Su Yaoguo into submission.

When they came out.

Seeing Su Yan’s hesitant expression, Wang Haoran smiled and said.

“Alright, your grandpa was moved by my sincerity and supports us being together!”

Su Yaoguo hurriedly nodded.

“…Yes, yes! I misjudged earlier!”

“Haoran and our Xiao Yan are a perfect match!”

……

With Su Yaoguo’s strong support for him and Su Yan being together.

Wang Haoran also brought Chen Ranni and Zhou Yingying to stay at the Su family home.

However, Wang Haoran wasn’t arrogant enough to openly show affection with the two women in front of the Su family.

The two of them stayed as Su Yan’s good friends.

Wang Haoran and Su Yan shared a room, while the other two had rooms on either side.

Over the next few days.

Wang Haoran utilized the Su family’s resources to investigate Long Ao’s background.

Unfortunately… the Su family’s intelligence network was quite weak, yielding no useful information so far.

But Wang Haoran wasn’t too worried, as Long Ao was right under his nose.

Su Yaoguo had casually mentioned his old health issues, and Long Ao eagerly visited every day to “treat” him, hoping to see Su Yan.

However, since Su Yan was always with Wang Haoran, Chen Ranni, and Zhou Yingying, Long Ao hadn’t had a chance to meet her.

But just as Wang Haoran planned to leisurely enjoy a few days with the three women, an unexpected event occurred.

Today.

After touring T City’s historical landmarks, they returned to the urban area and were having a meal in a private room when someone suddenly barged in.

It was a very young girl, dressed in a black dress with high heels, her figure accentuated by the outfit.

She had a mature look, but her round face made it clear she was a young girl trying to look grown-up.

Much like Su Yan’s usual attire.

When she spoke, it was directed at Su Yan—

“Heh, Su Yan, you’re dining with another man, does Brother Ao know?!”