A second chance with my billionaire husband-Chapter 1502 - 290: A Mother’s Strength, Born Amid Hardships

This Tao Family has quite the background. Although Tao Minsheng is just a minor Minister of Culture, he is directly affiliated with Mr. Qin, being his cousin-in-law. For Mr. Qin’s sake, all the elites in the Capital City are eager to get close to him.

Zhuang Xiyue couldn’t reach Yun Ya or Yan Song by phone, so she decided to show up directly. She had previously thought that since they weren’t married yet, things shouldn’t go too far. But after seeing the two, she realized that she had overthought and underestimated her own son.

The two maintained propriety despite their affection, never crossing any boundaries even if they were inseparable day and night. Zhuang Xiyue was quite content with this.

"Tomorrow, you’ll come with me to the Tao Family’s banquet. Ah Song, are you busy tomorrow?"

"I’ll drive you there tomorrow," Yan Song said.

"That’s fine." Zhuang Xiyue stopped herself from saying anything further.

Dongfang Yi received the invitation and immediately went to consult with Dongfang Jian, "Shall we attend the Tao Family’s banquet tomorrow?"

"Of course, we must go. Not only attend, but also build good relations with the Tao Family. Tao Minsheng has been low-key over the years, yet he is Qin Zhongwen’s most trusted person. If we can win over Tao Minsheng, Mr. Qin will be easier to deal with."

"But the Tao Family is hard to sway. I’ve tried many times before...."

Dongfang Jian glared at her, "Everyone has a weakness. I’ve heard that Tao Minsheng dotes on his youngest daughter. That’s where you should start... Isn’t this your forte?"

Dongfang Yi pursed her lips, "I understand."

As Dongfang Yi turned to leave, Dongfang Jian suddenly called her back, "Hold on."

Dongfang Yi looked back at him, "Father, do you have further instructions?"

Dongfang Jian tapped his fingers lightly on the table, looking serious, "I had thought of a strong alliance with the Yan Family, but it turns out their ambitions are quite large. In that case, I won’t hold back. That young man from the Yan Family isn’t suitable for you, so don’t think about it anymore. I’ll find you someone better."

Dongfang Yi’s eyelashes drooped slightly, her hands under her sleeves clenched gently, "I’ll do as Father says."

"I think the young man from the Pei Family is quite good. I’ve heard he has made significant achievements in the South, with capability, intelligence, and skills that match yours. More importantly, such a person can be of use to me."

A gentle, aloof figure flashed across Dongfang Yi’s mind. Her eyelashes trembled slightly, and she responded softly, "I’ll follow Father’s wishes."

Dongfang Jian was pleased with her obedience, "Rest assured, I won’t let you suffer."

After leaving Dongfang Jian’s study and returning to her room, Zong Qing came in to report. After finishing, noticing Dongfang Yi’s contemplative expression, he cautiously asked, "Miss?"

Dongfang Yi snapped back to reality, responding calmly, "I understand. Keep a close watch, you may go."

Zong Qing hesitated for a moment, asking, "Is something troubling you, Miss?"

Dongfang Yi glanced at the man in front of her and sighed, "How much do you know about Pei Qinghan?"

Zong Qing’s heart skipped a beat, unsure why Miss suddenly mentioned this man, but he replied honestly, "What does Miss wish to know?"

"Father wants to arrange a marriage alliance with the Pei Family," Dongfang Yi suddenly said.

Zong Qing was momentarily surprised but lowered his head without a change in demeanor, "Sir dotes on Miss. If Miss is unwilling, he will not force you."

But she had no choice. Born into such a family, having enjoyed the glory and status this identity brought, she must also bear the costs. It was a responsibility and duty she had to shoulder.

"It seems a decent choice," Dongfang Yi suddenly smiled slightly.

Zong Qing suppressed the bitterness in his heart and calmly said, "As long as Miss is pleased, Zong Qing will always support any choice you make."

Just then, Zong Qing recalled something and suddenly said, "Latest news from Crane Hall, Wei Guo’s son has made recent moves. This time they’re involving the Yan Family. Miss, what do you think...." 𝕗𝕣𝐞𝐞𝘄𝐞𝚋𝚗𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗹.𝚌𝕠𝚖

Dongfang Yi’s eyes narrowed slightly, "The Yan Family?"

"Do you remember the eldest granddaughter of the Yan Family’s first branch?"

Dongfang Yi recalled, "Yan Jin?" After all, Yan Jin was quite famous in the social circles of young women in the Capital City when she was younger.

"That’s right. Although the Yan Family publicly claimed she went abroad to study, in fact, she married overseas all these years. Her husband... I’m sure Miss would not be unfamiliar."

"Could it be Wei Guo’s son?"

"Miss guessed right. Yan Jin married Wei Zhao, Wei Guo’s son, back then. But after Wei Guo’s downfall, the family immigrated overseas. With protection from foreign influences, they remained unknown through domestic channels for years. According to the latest reports, Yan Jin was banished from the family shortly after marrying Wei Zhao due to defying elders. Having lost her value, she soon fell out of favor with Wei Zhao, who quickly got involved with a local official’s daughter and climbed the social ladder. He is now a significant local official."