"That's right. Does Patriarch Ye not know about this?"

Master Ouyang on the other end of the phone was taken aback, and then asked in return.

"You've probably heard about my situation; I've been bedridden in the hospital. My wife didn't want me to worry, so she didn't go into details. I'm calling you just to confirm if the date you came up with, December 6th, is truly the best date?"

Ye Boxiong chuckled and said calmly. He would never let outsiders see the internal conflicts within his family.

"That would be an extremely auspicious day! The birth dates of your young master and the Xiao family's eldest daughter are perfectly matched. Only by getting engaged the day after tomorrow and getting married two months later can they bring the best of luck and lasting happiness."

What if we don't choose?

Ye Boxiong's heart stirred.

"This……"

The other party hesitated for a moment, seemingly having something difficult to say.

"Speak frankly. We've been working together for many years, and the Ye family has always trusted you the most."

"If you miss these two dates, your young master's marriage with Miss Xiao will likely be unhappy, not only causing many setbacks, but possibly even disaster..."

Master Ouyang stammered.

"Disaster?"

"Yes."

"So, their birth dates and times are incompatible?"

Ye Boxiong immediately became alert.

"Indeed. These two dates are the perfect choice, not only ensuring the young couple's love and harmony but also guaranteeing the birth of a blessed offspring, bringing glory to the Ye family!"

"Give birth to a son of a unicorn? Master Ouyang, is what you say true?"

There was a hint of urgency in Ye Boxiong's voice.

"Every word is true!"

"Great! Great! Thank you, Master Ouyang! Hahaha, once I've fully recovered, I'll definitely treat you to a good drink!"

Ye Boxiong suddenly burst into laughter, the gloom and anger in his heart vanished, and he felt inexplicably relaxed.

The ward was quiet. Although Ye Boxiong did not turn on speakerphone, Ye Haitao stood beside him and heard the contents of the phone call clearly.

He frowned deeply. This Master Ouyang was talking nonsense. He was no longer a real man, so how could he possibly have a so-called "unicorn child" with Xiao Ran?

This is clearly blatant fabrication.

But at that moment he was thinking about how to persuade Ye Boxiong to agree to the marriage, so naturally he wouldn't reveal the truth.

Ye Haitao didn't delve into the strangeness behind it. If it were Ji Xiuhan or someone more meticulous, they would have realized that this so-called Master Ouyang must have been bribed to deliberately create momentum for Xiao Ran and force Ye Boxiong to agree to the marriage as soon as possible.

Even though Ye Boxiong was cunning and shrewd, he never expected that his son would run into trouble.

Although he disliked Xiao Ran, the thought that she could give birth to a son for the Ye family in the future dispelled most of his resentment.

At his age, with his son not being outstanding, his greatest wish is to have a bright and talented grandson who can inherit the family business; this is more important than anything else.

With his mood improved, Ye Boxiong felt much lighter and began browsing related posts online.

But not long after, his brows furrowed again. Who was behind this, stirring up such a big fuss about his son's marriage to Xiao Ran, making it known to everyone?

"No matter who it is, I will find out who it is!"

This person is no ordinary individual, and he harbors malicious intentions towards my Ye family!

However, he had no doubt about Master Ouyang. Master Ouyang was the Ye family's personal feng shui master, and they had worked together for many years. He never imagined that the other party could be bribed, and he believed that no one in the entire capital had the courage or ability to bribe Master Ouyang from him.

After browsing the web for a while, Ye Boxiong suddenly looked at Ye Haitao and said, "I will no longer object to your marriage with Xiao Ran. Since you truly love her, let's get engaged on the date chosen by Master Ouyang."

You no longer need to stay by my side. The day after tomorrow is our wedding day; you should go and prepare well.

"Dad, you...you've agreed to our marriage?"

Ye Haitao had been secretly observing Ye Boxiong's expression. Although he had a premonition, he still didn't expect the reversal to come so quickly.

"Since you like her so much, I naturally have no reason to keep objecting."

Since we're getting engaged, we must make it a grand and impressive affair, and absolutely not let the Ye family lose face.

"It doesn't matter how much it costs, just go and prepare a top-of-the-line engagement ring and gift for Xiao Ran right now."

Ye Boxiong spoke slowly.

"Dad, have you really thought it through?"

Ye Boxiong's decision still left Ye Haitao somewhat incredulous.

"What's so hard to understand?"

You are my son. Xiao Ran has married into the Ye family, so she is my daughter-in-law and a member of the Ye family.

"Our Ye family never does things shabby or lose face!"

“I will prepare! But I don’t need to do it myself. Just arrange for someone to make the preparations. After all, Mom and my sister are here, and they know more about these things than I do.”

Ye Haitao nodded, speaking in a flat tone, without any expression of surprise or delight on his face.

This, however, made Ye Boxiong look him up and down. In the past, Ye Haitao would have been shouting excitedly, unable to hide his joy.

Ye Boxiong's sharp gaze made Ye Haitao's heart skip a beat. Had he given himself away?

He quickly composed himself and added with a smile, "Dad, don't worry, Xiao Ran knows these things best. Let Mom and Haixia accompany her to choose, and let her make the decision herself. She will definitely be able to choose the best gift and engagement dress. There's no need for me to step in."

As he spoke, he deliberately pretended to have shining eyes and an excited expression, trying his best to replicate his former self.

"You still rely on and trust Xiao Ran too much. If there are things you should do yourself, then do them yourself. Don't leave everything to others."

Ye Boxiong shook his head and advised him not to think about it anymore.

Ye Haitao nodded in agreement and immediately took out his phone, making his first call to Xiao Ran.

At that moment, Xiao Ran was on his way to the Ye family home accompanied by Ye Haixia. Before he even got home, his cell phone rang.

She frowned slightly when she saw the caller ID.

These past two days, she'd felt that Ye Haitao was acting strangely, completely different from before. She couldn't quite put her finger on what was different, but she could clearly sense that he was becoming more distant from her.

"It's my brother's phone!"

Before Xiao Ran could answer, Ye Haixia called out first and pressed the answer button directly.

Ye Haitao's excited voice immediately came from the other end of the phone: "My dear Ran, I have great news for you! Dad has agreed to our marriage and is fully supporting us..."

"Did Dad agree to your marriage?"

Ye Haixia couldn't help but shout out, her voice full of surprise.

"Why did you answer the phone? Where's Xiao Ran?"

Ye Haitao immediately rebuked him sternly.

To be honest, he's grown increasingly annoyed with his sister's lack of self-awareness lately.

"Alright, alright, I won't interrupt your sweet talk anymore, Sister Xiao Ran is right here beside me!"

But this is wonderful! That stubborn old man, Dad, actually agreed and didn't object anymore!

Ye Haixia shouted as she hurriedly shoved the phone into Xiao Ran's hand.

Xiao Ran stood to the side, completely stunned by what he had just heard.

She had just been pondering how to respond if Ye Boxiong insisted on opposing it.

After all, the engagement ceremony the day after tomorrow has already become common knowledge, and countless eyes are watching. If Ye Boxiong makes a scene on the spot, she will definitely lose face.

But to her utter surprise, Ye Boxiong actually agreed, and for a moment she could hardly believe her ears.

"Sister Xiao Ran, what are you standing there for? Are you so happy you've gone mad? Answer my brother's call!"

Ye Haixia quickly pushed Xiao Ran's arm and shouted.

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