Ye Hao finished speaking and didn't wait for Ye Tian to forgive him but just gulped down his drink.

Seeing this, Ye Tian picked up his wine bowl and said with a smile, "Hao, when you're home, there's no need for formalities. I'm not a stingy person. As for you hanging up on me in anger that day, I later thought it over and realized that I was indeed a bit indecisive. When I found out that Qin Jun was really part of the underground forces, I regretted not immediately giving you the order. I was at fault too, so let's not blame each other. I'll drink this too."

After saying this, Ye Tian also raised his head and drank deeply.

Yip Man, who was at the side, said, "Big brother, Hao, we're all family here. In the future, let's discuss things together to avoid making it awkward when we meet."

"I understand that." Ye Tian nodded.

Ye Hao also smiled and replied, "Uncle Wen, I understand. I won't be so reckless in the future."

"Haha, you guys shouldn't be so polite. If we don't eat soon, the food will get cold," Mrs. Liu said with a smile, and then she served Ye Hao a large piece of meat.

Her actions were so natural and charming that Ye Hao couldn't help but feel as if Mrs. Liu really was his mother. Her care, her demeanor, and her eyes were always filled with motherly love, making Ye Hao feel as if Mrs. Liu were his mother.

"Mrs. Liu, I wish you were my mom," Ye Hao said out of the blue. But this remark made both Mrs. Liu and Ye Tian flinch, as if they were both excited, confused, and at a loss.

The expression on Ye Tian and Mrs. Liu's faces made Ye Hao pause. Then Ye Hao said, "Auntie, Uncle Tian, I was just… joking, just joking."

Ye Qingcheng, who was next to him, smirked and said, "Hao, don't you want to be Qingcheng's real brother? Why say it's just a joke?"

After saying this, Ye Qingcheng looked at Ye Hao with a hint of disappointment.

"Haha, when adults are talking, kids shouldn't interrupt," Yip Man said with a laugh, giving Ye Qingcheng a glance. He had learned a major secret recently…

"Fine, then I won't say anything! Hao, eat some food, ignore them," Ye Qingcheng also served Ye Hao some food.

This scene made Ye Hao deeply feel the warmth of family. Although he constantly felt the warmth of home with Lin Ruyu, at the Ye Family, Ye Hao always felt that this was his true roots, as if, after wandering for years, he had finally returned to the place where he was born and raised.

"Okay, let's eat together, little sister!" Ye Hao said with a smile as he served a piece of meat to Ye Qingcheng.

The two of them sweetly ate the dishes served by each other, not minding the back-and-forth serving at all.

Ye Batian was delighted to see this scene and didn't say anything. Instead, he kindly spoke to Ye Hao about life principles.

While Ye Batian was advising Ye Hao, he didn't refute a single word. He knew that the old man's words were lessons learned from previous experiences, serving as a reminder for future generations. Thus, Ye Hao neither refuted them nor believed he had the right to.

After the meal and drinks, Ye Hao smiled and addressed in a consultative tone, "Grandpa, regarding Grandma Murong Lan, should I make a move?"

"Haha, that's entirely up to you! If you have time, go ahead; if not, you can wait a while," Ye Batian said with a smile. His words indicated that if Ye Hao wanted to quickly forge a strong connection with the Shangguan Clan, he should make a move soon. But he also had another implication—he suggested waiting until Ye Tian made a further breakthrough and helped Murong Lan regain her youth.

It was his selfish desire, but he didn't want to influence Ye Hao's decision on how to handle the matter.

"I have some time today, so why not do it today? Grandpa?" Ye Hao asked in a consultative tone.

"It's up to you, you decide the timing," Ye Batian replied with a smile, not letting his selfish desires affect Ye Hao's deepening relationship with the Shangguan Clan.

"Alright! But Grandpa, it seems you'll have to give up something precious," Ye Hao said.

"Oh? The Golden-winged Dolphin?" Ye Batian frowned slightly, though the frown wasn't deep, Ye Hao could still sense it.

It seemed that Ye Batian really liked those spiritual Golden-winged Dolphins.

"Yes, Grandpa, although my actions may be somewhat cruel, but… sigh! I can't break my promise to Grandma Murong Lan, especially since Grandpa Dapao treats me well," Ye Hao explained. Indeed, Dapao from the Shangguan Clan treated him well, secretly supporting Ye Hao in whatever he did. Although he didn't openly support Ye Hao, Ye Hao knew that without someone strong backing the elite in the military, the potent human-stimulating drugs created by the elite and Dongfang Jiajia's company would have long been forcefully taken over by the military.

"Haha, it's okay. Even without spirituality, there is still life. I just hope they don't leave before I do," Ye Batian sighed. Though he had become younger, his mindset was already weathered.

"They won't. I'll try not to extract too much Spiritual Qi," Ye Hao assured Ye Batian.

"Alright, you go ahead and be busy! Come visit me when you have free time," Ye Batian forced a smile and nodded.

"Okay! Grandpa, next time I'll bring my four girlfriends to see you. I hope you don't blame your grandson for being too romantic," Ye Hao said with a smile.

Upon hearing this, Ye Batian was momentarily stunned, then burst into hearty laughter, saying, "A man with ambition travels far and wide. If you've got the capability, the more you marry, the more I will support you. Just don't let those girls suffer."

"I won't, Grandpa. I'm off to catch the Golden-winged Dolphin first, Long Yi is still waiting for me," Ye Hao remembered that Shangguan Longyi was waiting outside and felt a bit embarrassed.

"Alright! Go ahead! Just don't drink too much tonight," Ye Batian said with a laugh.

Then Ye Hao grabbed a Golden-winged Dolphin and left the Ye family's compound.

As soon as Ye Hao exited the courtyard where the Ye family lived, he saw Shangguan Longyi smoking in boredom. Feeling apologetic, Ye Hao went over and said, "Long Yi, I'm sorry for making you wait so long. I got so caught up in chatting with Grandpa."

Seeing Ye Hao come out, Shangguan Longyi quickly threw the cigarette to the ground and stomped it out.

Shangguan Longyi said, "Hao, it wasn't long at all. We can go now..."

Shangguan Longyi patiently waited for Ye Hao because he hoped Ye Hao would come to his home soon; otherwise, with his grandma's urgent condition, who knows who else could cure it.

"Haha, let's make a trip to your place," Ye Hao said, patting Shangguan Longyi on the shoulder with a smile.

"Okay! Hao, get in!" Shangguan Longyi acted like a chauffeur, opening the car door for Ye Hao.

Shangguan Longyi drove along the edge of Zhongnanhai to the Shangguan Clan's courtyard.

Ye Hao stopped by to buy some fruits and beverages, even though the Shangguan family didn't need these things. As a junior visiting the elders, he wanted to show respect.

"Hao, we already have these things at home, no need to buy them," Shangguan Longyi advised Ye Hao when he saw him buying expensive beverages. (To be continued. If you like this work, please visit Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please visit m.qidian.com to read.)

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