"Uncle Shen, you're overthinking. I want to help you because you're an honest official benefiting the people, which makes me more eager to assist you. I've never considered further developing the Su Family's business through political means, as it contradicts national policy."

Shen Dongyang looked at Song Xiaodong in surprise, then slowly smiled, saying, "Little Song, the longer I interact with you, the more I notice your excellence. I'm really considering having Little Yue be with you now."

The topic shifted too quickly, causing Song Xiaodong to cough lightly and say, "Uncle Shen, please don't joke around like that. You're a dignified city mayor, how can you joke about giving away your daughter?"

Shen Dongyang couldn't help but laugh, saying, "I'm not giving her away; Little Yue likes you, and you know it. Now she's adamant about going to teach in rural areas, and I can't persuade her. She's quarreled with her mother several times. I just wonder if being with you would change her mind."

Song Xiaodong coughed lightly and replied, "If Uncle Shen didn't have your current status, I wouldn't refuse this idea because I like Little Yue as well. But the mayor's daughter being with me without a proper status wouldn't make sense. I understand the thoughts of Uncle Shen and Auntie; it's hard to let their daughter go to such a tough place."

Shen Dongyang sighed and said, "Yes, I know Little Yue is doing this because she's an idealistic good child, but as a father, I really can't let her go."

Song Xiaodong hesitated for a moment and said, "Little Yue mentioned this to me earlier. Actually, I'm quite supportive of her going. Your main concern is her safety and hardships there. I have some suggestions; see if they work."

"What suggestions?" Shen Dongyang asked.

"I want to arrange a bodyguard for Little Yue who won't appear publicly, just to protect her secretly. We have plenty of such people in the Su Family, so Little Yue's safety would be completely assured."

"This..." Shen Dongyang's eyes lit up.

"It's not a big deal. It's quite convenient for me to arrange, and I'm also worried about Little Yue's safety there. As for the hardships, I don't think she would mind. She's mentally prepared for poor living conditions. If she can't endure it, she'll come back. It's a kind of training for her, and she'll have her own credentials when she returns, making further arrangements easier."

Shen Dongyang nodded, saying, "What you say makes sense. But with this plan, you should talk to your aunt. She's the strongest opposition, and you're definitely more effective in persuading her than Little Yue and I."

"How could I have that kind of influence?"

Shen Dongyang laughed, "In your aunt's eyes, you're the most suitable candidate for a son-in-law. If it weren't for your family's situation, she would have long hoped for you and Little Yue to be together. Even so, your aunt likes you very much, and she would definitely listen to you."

Song Xiaodong, feeling a bit awkward, said, "Alright, alright, I'll persuade Auntie then."

Shen Dongyang laughed heartily, saying, "Then I'll leave it to you. I think Little Yue's future is in your hands."

Song Xiaodong met Shen Dongyang's gaze, but Shen Dongyang remained silent afterward, implying something else, which Song Xiaodong decided not to dwell on.

No matter what, his relationship with Shen Yue might be good, but because of Shen Dongyang's position, he can't be with Shen Yue. Otherwise, Shen Dongyang's mayoral reputation would be ruined, and it might even affect Shen Yue's political career.

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