Interesting!
This young man from the Qin family does indeed possess some skill.
From the moment Qin Mu appeared, Zhao Yongfeng had been observing him closely. His expression, body language, and even his posture—he could tell that this kid, seemingly nervous, was actually quite composed, displaying the calm and collected demeanor of a seasoned general.
Having spent many years in the police force, Zhao Yongfeng had a deep understanding of everyone's actions, expressions, and behaviors. It was impossible for a young man like Qin Mu to hide anything from him.
"What are your thoughts on your relationship with Ya Nan?"
After a brief assessment of Qin Mu's first impression, Zhao Yongfeng got straight to the point, asking directly.
What are your thoughts?
Is this a test for me?
Qin Mu thought long and hard, then immediately replied, "Ya Nan and I are currently dating, and our relationship is stable. I don't know which aspect you mean?"
Sometimes, you have to learn to play dumb!
Qin Mu roughly guessed Zhao Yongfeng's meaning, but he and Ya Nan hadn't met yet, nor had they reached a consensus on the issue. Telling Zhao Yongfeng his thoughts beforehand seemed premature, so he tried to bluff his way out.
"Don't beat around the bush with me, and don't play dumb!"
Unexpectedly, Zhao Yongfeng had already seen through Qin Mu's little scheme. He went straight to the point: "I only have one question for you: can Ya Nan and I get married by the end of the year?"
Hiss…
He's bringing up marriage already?
Qin Mu froze, surprised by the other's frankness. After all, wasn't discussing marriage a bit too early?
"Uncle Zhao, shouldn't you allow me and Ya Nan to discuss this?"
Qin Mu said cautiously, "Marriage is no small matter; it's a major event for Ya Nan and me, and for both the Qin and Zhao families, right?"
So serious?
Hearing Qin Mu's tone, Zhao Yongfeng immediately laughed. "Do you think I don't know anything?"
"I'm just asking you, Ya Nan has been with you for so long, have you managed to get your grandfather's approval?"
This…
Qin Mu was instantly speechless!
His grandfather was indeed not very satisfied with Zhao Ya Nan as a candidate. Qin Mu's plan was to force the issue, and then his grandfather would definitely not object.
However, achieving this would take a considerable amount of time.
Now it seemed the Zhao family was getting impatient.
"You don't need to hide anything from me. My information channels are quite comprehensive. I know that the Qin family patriarch looks down on my Zhao family."
Zhao Yongfeng continued, "Of course, my Zhao family is indeed inferior to your Qin family, I admit that!"
"But now, I only need your attitude. Can you resolve your grandfather's issue? Can we get married by the end of the year?"
At this point, there was no point in Qin Mu trying to be clever anymore.
Zhao Yongfeng's attitude was unwavering, and his thinking was far more comprehensive than Qin Mu's; it was impossible for Qin Mu to hide anything.
"Uncle Zhao, since you're so frank, I can't lie to you."
Qin Mu slowly said, "I'm confident I can handle things with my grandfather. Ya Nan and I are truly in love, but isn't getting married at the end of the year a bit too early?"
"Here's what we'll do: I'll resolve my grandfather's issue by the end of the year, so he won't oppose Ya Nan and me anymore, and then we'll discuss the specifics of the wedding!"
He and Zhao Ya Nan had been together for so long; it was time to give her an explanation. Marriage would be the best explanation.
However, Qin Mu's explanation did not satisfy Zhao Yongfeng.
"Qin Mu, I can sense the sincerity in your words."
Zhao Yongfeng first acknowledged Qin Mu's attitude, then said, "Ya Nan is my daughter. I can't let her stay with you without even a proper status!"
"If you can't guarantee a marriage by the end of the year, then I'll have to separate you. My Zhao family's daughters aren't lacking in men. Your Qin family is excellent, but my Zhao family is equally capable!"
This…
What does that mean?
If you can't guarantee a marriage by the end of the year, you have to separate?
Qin Mu immediately panicked and couldn't help but say, "Uncle Zhao, can't you give me two more months? I will definitely give you and Ya Nan a satisfactory answer!"
"No!"
Zhao Yongfeng refused directly. "I can only give you one day to think it over and give me an answer. If you can't do it, don't force yourself!"
"I believe the Qin family wouldn't speak carelessly or lie, right?"
After saying that, Zhao Yongfeng stood up, glanced at Qin Mu, and turned to walk outside.
Once outside, Zhao Yongfeng took Zhao Guanlin, left the dormitory building, got into a car, and drove off.
"Dad, isn't what you're doing a bit cruel to Ya Nan?"
Zhao Guanlin, driving, couldn't help but say, "You're breaking them up. If there's any regret later, Ya Nan will hate you."
"I can't worry about that now."
Zhao Yongfeng waved his hand slightly and said, "As a member of the Zhao family, I don't object to her dating anyone, but she can't keep throwing herself at us like this!"
"You should know about that old man from the Qin family. He's always looked down on our Zhao family, so arrogant. Making Ya Nan follow Qin Mu without any status makes me feel worse than anyone else!"
"Then I'd rather be the bad guy and make her wake up!"
"Besides, if Qin Mu really likes Ya Nan, he'll definitely find a way to persuade Old Man Qin to let him and Ya Nan get married at the end of the year."
Hearing this, Zhao Guanlin remained silent, neither agreeing nor disagreeing.
"What, am I wrong?"
Zhao Yongfeng retorted.
"What you said is fine, but this method, I think, is very likely to fail!"
Zhao Guanlin pondered for a moment, then said, "That Qin Mu, on the surface, is gentle and friendly, very polite to everyone, but actually, he's also very arrogant!"
"You put on such a high-handed act today, do you think he's thinking? Discussing marriage isn't a joke. Standing in front of him so arrogantly, Qin Mu is uncomfortable; how can he properly consider things with Ya Nan?"
Me, arrogant?
"Nonsense, if Qin Mu marries Ya Nan, he'll have to call me 'Dad'!"
Zhao Yongfeng said irritably, "Is Qin Mu being aggrieved by his future father-in-law?"
"If that's the case, then I wouldn't want a son-in-law like him!"
Hearing this, Zhao Guanlin laughed.
On the surface, her father seemed disdainful of the Qin family and Qin Mu, but deep down, he actually quite approved of him.
Especially Qin Mu!
He'd even started calling him son-in-law!
But… with such a rushed end to the year, could Qin Mu possibly meet the marriage requirements?
If he couldn't, her younger sister was likely to suffer.