Jiayi lifted her small face, her determination unyielding as she addressed Huo Tianpei, "Master, he’s just here to tell me that he will be attending Jian Meiyi’s movie premiere at Tianhe Cinema later."

This statement carried a lot of information; she was hinting to Huo Tianpei that her relationship with Huo Zhenyang was not that great, that Huo Zhenyang was surrounded by admirers outside, and his heart was not fully with her.

She could only hope that the old master would understand.

Huo Tianpei was well aware of how many women were entangled with Huo Zhenyang outside.

Of course, he also knew very well about Jian Meiyi’s long pursuit of his son and her persistence like a stubborn plaster that had always clung to his son.

However, ever since the Huo Group terminated the contract with Jian Meiyi, he hadn’t heard the name of this female star for a long time.

How had she appeared again? And Zhenyang was still promoting her?

Huo Tianpei’s eyebrows knitted together, "He is attending the premiere of Jian Meiyi’s new movie?"

Jiayi nodded.

Without any hesitation, Huo Tianpei called out to the outside of the bedroom, "Butler Ou, call the eldest young master over!"

Jiayi felt her heart immediately hang in suspense; what was the old master planning now?

Huo Zhenyang returned to the bedroom, freshly changed into his clothes and yet to leave the house, when Butler Ou summoned him.

"Master, the eldest young master has arrived," Butler Ou announced at the door.

Huo Zhenyang, dressed in a custom-tailored black suit for tonight’s premiere, presented a vision of a tall and robust figure wrapped in finely cut fabric, with broad shoulders and a narrow waist, looking dashing and spirited.

As the man entered the bedroom, he brought with him a glow to the otherwise lonely room, his voice calm and clear, "Dad, did you need something from me?"

Jiayi’s eyes met the man’s, lighting up abruptly; regardless of anything else, it had to be said, this man really did have an exceptional physique.

Huo Tianpei looked at his son, frowning, "You’re going to the premiere to support Jian Meiyi’s new film?"

"Yes."

Huo Tianpei did not expect such a straightforward answer and was momentarily taken aback, his frown deepening, "That Jian Meiyi, she has always had a bad reputation in the entertainment and business circles. In the past, she recognized countless ’godfathers’ and loved clinging to rich tycoons the most. She also pursued you aggressively, didn’t she? I thought you disliked her and had cut ties with her. Why would you support her this time?"

Huo Zhenyang’s gaze was indifferent, his thoughts inscrutable, with a faint smile lingering, "Dad, in the business world, there are no permanent enemies, only permanent interests. In recent years, Huo Group intends to focus on developing the entertainment and film industry. Jian Meiyi’s status in the domestic film circle is rising, and her new movie ’Perilous Moment’ is also a blockbuster with over a hundred million at the box office. If Huo Group can get closer to Jian Meiyi and leverage her fame, it will certainly double the effectiveness with half the effort in the entertainment business. Therefore, not only will I attend Jian Meiyi’s premiere, but I’ve also decided to strongly support her, having secured her the leading role in the international director Ye Yongning’s new movie."

Huo Tianpei was startled; his son had never been fond of the bustling entertainment industry, and even though the group owned several film and television companies, he rarely managed them personally. Why this sudden decision to venture into the entertainment business?

With so many female stars in the country, why insist on promoting Jian Meiyi this time? With this cooperation, his relationship with Jian Meiyi would become closer, frequently providing opportunities for contact. He knew well that Jian Meiyi was the kind who would cling to him relentlessly once she got close.

However, since the Huo Family business was now in the hands of his son, Huo Tianpei didn’t feel it was appropriate to interfere too much.

Long before Huo Zhenyang became the CEO, he had said that he would absolutely not interfere, as long as it was not a matter that would harm the interests of the Huo Group, and would go along with his son’s wishes.

After a long silence, Huo Tianpei said, "Then take Jiayi with you to today’s premiere."

Jiayi and Huo Zhenyang said in unison, "No need." 𝚏𝕣𝐞𝗲𝐰𝕖𝐛𝐧𝕠𝕧𝚎𝚕.𝐜𝚘𝗺

The ’no need’ from Jiayi was heartfelt.

Yet, Huo Zhenyang’s eyes turned cold. He had not expected this girl to be even more eager than him to decline, afraid of going out with him. His expression became somewhat unsightly.

He paused for a moment before his face returned to calm.

Raising his hand, as if casually adjusting his cuffs, he continued, "She hasn’t been to such an event. Besides, she needs to stay home to look after you, so there’s no need for her to come with me."

However, Huo Tianpei’s expression became even more unsightly than Huo Zhenyang’s, "No, Jiayi is going with you today. She is your fiancée and if you two get married, she will be the mistress of the Huo Family. She will need to attend such events often, so consider it training. Besides, your engagement on Chongming Island was too rushed last time; many people from the outside world are not aware. This is the perfect opportunity to bring Jiayi and let everyone know that you are already engaged, and in the future, those women will automatically steer clear and not come near you!"

Jiayi hurriedly said, "Old Master, really, there’s no need. Zhenyang going to the premiere to support Miss Jian is only for the benefit of the company. My presence won’t be of any help."

A partnership? Hah, knowing that actress’s tactics, he feared that the ’partnership’ would lead to his son’s bed.

Huo Tianpei was not reassured. How could he let his son get close to a vixen from the entertainment industry and leave the daughter-in-law he approved of at home? He immediately said, "How could you not be of help? Since the premiere is for the benefit of the Huo Family, and I am ill and unable to attend, you, as Zhenyang’s fiancée, should represent our Huo Family. This is helping! Jiayi, go change your clothes now and go to the premiere with Zhenyang——"

Because he was agitated and his body had not fully recovered, Huo Tianpei started to gasp for air, clutching his chest and bending over in bed.

The butler hurried forward to pat the old master’s back and also persuaded, "Miss Jiayi, Young Master, you should go together... Don’t upset the old master anymore. The doctor just said today during the recheck, that the old master’s illness cannot withstand any excitement."

Having no choice, Jiayi could only glance at Huo Zhenyang and went to change her clothes first.

Although the decision to attend the premiere was made at the last minute, once Huo Zhenyang gave the order, Kelly, the secretary in charge of the Boss’s personal affairs, immediately raced over with several sets of formal dresses.

Kelly had attended the group’s anniversary celebration on Chongming Island and naturally knew that Jiayi was the Boss’s fiancée.

Upon entering Huo Garden, Kelly confidently said, "Boss, let me get Miss Jiayi ready; you can wait in the car for a moment."

Huo Zhenyang did not doubt Kelly’s efficiency, and with a casual glance at Jiayi, he pocketed his hands and strode downstairs first.

Always swift and efficient in her work, Kelly pushed Jiayi into the room.

After trying on and changing, Jiayi finally picked a formal dress. Before she could catch her breath, Kelly pushed her in front of the long mirror.

Kelly began by styling Jiayi’s hair, then moved on to makeup, handling each step methodically.

Jiayi tried to rise several times but was pushed down by Kelly, "Kelly, do we really need to be this formal?"