The engagement is over, but the black-bellied president won't let go

Xiao Yiyang gritted his teeth, his gums aching slightly from the force, and there was a hint of pleading in his voice: "Uncle Li, since you and my dad have been friends for so many years, please give me some information, even just a little bit. I really have no idea now, and I am extremely worried!"

However, the response from the other end of the phone was still cold and resolute: "Yi Yang, it's not that I don't want to help you, I just really don't understand the situation." After saying that, the other party hurriedly hung up the phone, leaving only a string of hurried busy tones buzzing in Xiao Yi Yang's ears.

Xiao Yiyang's face instantly became even darker, as if covered by a thick layer of dark clouds. His hand holding the phone drooped weakly, his eyes full of disappointment and unwillingness. But he did not give up. His fingers flipped through the address book again, found Yu Haoran's number, and dialed it without hesitation.

After the phone rang a few times, Yu Haoran picked up the phone: "Second brother?"

Xiao Yiyang asked anxiously, "Haoran, what's wrong with my dad?" His voice became a little hoarse due to nervousness, as if his throat had been rubbed by sandpaper.

Yu Haoran seemed to hesitate for a moment, then lowered his voice and said, "Brother, it's not convenient to talk on the phone, let's talk in person, come to the old place and wait for me now."

Xiao Yiyang responded, and after hanging up the phone, he turned to look at Leng Ruofei and his family in the house. At this time, the atmosphere in the house was as heavy as ink that could not be dissolved, and everyone's face was full of worry and uneasiness.

Leng Ruofei's beautiful eyes were full of worry. She stared at Xiao Yiyang closely, as if she wanted to give him strength and support with her eyes: "I'll go with you."

Xiao Yiyang gently held her hand, which was slightly cold. He looked at Leng Ruofei, his eyes full of determination and comfort: "No, you stay at home with mom and the others, I'll be back soon. Don't worry, nothing will happen." After saying that, he turned around and strode out of the house, each step he took was firm and powerful, but with a hint of imperceptible panic.

Xiao Yiyang drove straight to Song Yan's bar. Along the way, his mood was like the surging sea, unable to calm down. The scenery outside the car window was receding rapidly, but he had no intention of appreciating it. His father's figure kept appearing in his mind, and he recalled every bit of his time with his father.

His father's hearty laughter, kind face, firm eyes, and his love and teachings to him were like a movie that kept playing, repeating in his mind. But now, his father was in an unknown predicament, which made his heart feel like being cut by countless sharp blades, causing unbearable pain.

Xiao Yiyang gripped the steering wheel tightly, his knuckles turning white from the force. His eyes were sometimes focused on the road ahead, and sometimes he was lost in deep thought. He kept telling himself in his heart that he must be strong, must find the truth, and clear his father's name.

The traffic on the road was endless, but Xiao Yiyang's heart had already flown to the agreed bar. He kept changing lanes and overtaking, just wanting to reach the destination as soon as possible and get even a little useful clue from Yu Haoran.

Finally, Xiao Yiyang's car stopped at the door of Songyan Bar. He got out of the car quickly and walked into the bar in a hurry. The lights in the bar were dim, the music was low, and people were immersed in their own world in their own corners. But Xiao Yiyang didn't pay any attention to these, his eyes were eagerly searching for that secluded corner.

After finding a seat, he sat down, leaned forward, rubbed his hands constantly, stared at the door of the bar, anxiously waiting for Yu Haoran's arrival.

Time passed by, and every second was a torment for Xiao Yiyang. He became more and more anxious, and kept wondering what kind of news Yu Haoran would bring. Was it good news that his father was safe and sound? Or was it something worse? He didn't dare to think about it anymore, and could only force himself to stay calm.

Just when Xiao Yiyang's patience was about to run out, Yu Haoran rushed in. He looked nervous, with beads of sweat on his forehead and a hint of fear and uneasiness in his eyes.

As soon as Yu Haoran sat down, he looked around vigilantly like a frightened bird. After making sure that no one was paying attention to them, he approached Xiao Yiyang and said in a low voice: "Yiyang, this matter is very tricky. The higher-ups seem to have some substantial evidence, and I don't know what it is. But it is said to be related to a recent major case, and the director is involved."

Xiao Yiyang's eyes widened, full of disbelief and anger. His voice instantly rose several decibels: "Impossible! Don't you know what kind of person my father is? He would never do anything illegal! This must be a misunderstanding, someone is framing him!"

Yu Haoran quickly made a gesture to silence Xiao Yiyang, signaling him to calm down: "Second brother, don't get excited. I don't believe the director would do such a thing, but this is the situation now. This is all I can find out. You should have an idea in your mind and think of a solution."

Xiao Yiyang clenched his fists tightly, his joints turned white due to the force, and the veins on the back of his hands bulged. His teeth were clattering, and the anger in his heart seemed to burn him up: "Haoran, thank you for telling me this. No matter what, I must find out the truth and clear my father's name. I will never let him suffer injustice!"

Yu Haoran patted his shoulder, his eyes full of sympathy and helplessness: "Take care of yourself, I'll contact you if there is any new situation." After that, he stood up and left in a hurry, disappearing into the darkness of the bar.

At this time, Song Yan and Mu Yundi also came. Song Yan's face became even uglier...

The night was as dark as ink, so thick that it could not be dissolved. When Xiao Yiyang came back, the whole house was immersed in silence. The soft moonlight sprinkled on the ground through the window, like a layer of silver frost. Qin Lan had already fallen asleep. She was old and mentally traumatized, and very tired. The sound of even and light breathing came from the room, as if she had found temporary peace in this quiet night.

In the living room, Leng Ruofei and Xiao Yichen were not sleepy at all. Leng Ruofei sat in a corner of the sofa, her hands tightly clasped together, her eyes full of anxiety and uneasiness. She looked at the door from time to time, as if expecting Xiao Yiyang to bring some good news. Xiao Yichen paced back and forth in the living room, his brows furrowed, his face looking very solemn.

Xiao Yiyang gently pushed open the door, and the slight sound was particularly clear in the silent atmosphere. Leng Ruofei and Xiao Yichen's eyes instantly focused on him, their eyes full of eagerness and desire.

Xiao Yichen rushed to Xiao Yiyang, his voice trembling with nervousness: "Yiyang, how is it? What's going on with Dad?"

Xiao Yiyang's face was full of fatigue. He took a deep breath and said slowly: "Brother, don't be anxious. Let's sit down and talk slowly."

The three of them sat down on the sofa. Leng Ruofei leaned forward slightly and asked impatiently, "Yiyang, Mom is too tired, let her sleep first. My brother and I stayed here with her all afternoon, comforting her that nothing serious would happen. My brother also contacted many people in the afternoon, but none of them knew the specific situation. We were almost driven crazy this night."

Xiao Yiyang looked at them, his eyes flashing with hesitation and embarrassment, but he finally said: "The situation is not optimistic. I spent a lot of effort and asked many people before I got some information."

Xiao Yichen clenched his fists tightly, his knuckles turning white from the force. "What's going on? Our dad is a model worker in the city."

Xiao Yiyang paused, then continued, "It is said that the higher-ups seem to have some evidence against Dad. It is not clear what it is exactly. But this matter seems to be related to a recent major project."

Leng Ruofei's face turned pale in an instant: "How could this happen? My father-in-law has always been law-abiding and conscientious, how could he be involved in such a thing?"

Xiao Yichen gritted his teeth and said, "There must be a misunderstanding! Yiyang, think about it carefully, are there any other clues? You also know the situation in our family. Our father definitely did not take bribes. He is honest."

Xiao Yiyang shook his head: "I have tried my best. This is all I can find out now. I went to Song Yan's bar today. His father and Mu Yunxiao, the second son of the Mu family, were said to have been taken away yesterday and have not returned. They say that Mo City is going to have an 'earthquake'!"

Xiao Yichen stood up and began to pace back and forth in the living room again: "Aren't these two families doing business? How could this happen?"

Leng Ruofei held Xiao Yiyang's hand and said softly, "We have to trust Dad, Yiyang, no matter how big the business of Tianjiao Group is, you have to pay attention."

Xiao Yichen stopped and looked at Leng Ruofei and Xiao Yiyang, his eyes revealing determination: "No matter what the cost, I must clear my father's name."

Xiao Yiyang nodded: "I will keep an eye on it. Now everyone should be patient. We must find out what case our father is involved in."

At this moment, the atmosphere in the living room was heavy and depressing. The moonlight shone through the window onto the three people, but it could not dispel the haze in their hearts.

Xiao Yichen sat back on the sofa, holding his head in his hands, and fell into deep thought. Leng Ruofei was crying silently, her heart was filled with worry and fear about the future.

Xiao Yiyang looked at them with sad expressions, and felt as if a huge rock was pressing on his heart, heavy and uncomfortable. His eyes slowly swept over Xiao Yichen, and his voice was low and caring: "Brother, don't be too pessimistic. Although the current situation seems difficult, there may be a chance for things to turn around. We can't give up hope so easily. We have to learn more about it. Maybe we can find some key points that we have overlooked."

Xiao Yichen slowly raised his head, and a glimmer of hope suddenly flashed in his dim eyes. He stared at Xiao Yiyang and said anxiously, "Yes, we can't give up like this! Yiyang, tell me in detail what you have heard."