Mo Yan in the book 191 - 195 (partial)

 

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191 Serious Work

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Eyes turned envious at Gong Qiye, if looks could kill, he would have been dead.

Zeyuan turned back to his work, and there was a frown. He looked to Muchen,

‘The redevelopment south of the Yangtze river you mentioned a few days ago – I received news that the residents are reluctant to move away. It was reported, but the information wasn’t passed on. Are you aware of this?’

Mo Yan looked up, and rose out of her seat pulling away from Qiye.

‘I’ll leave you to work. It sounds serious.’

Qiye looked at them coldly before stroking her, ‘It’s okay, it’s just that we need to clean up our people below.’ (Zuben: Send them to south Africa?)

‘The land is also a lot in the auction.’ Muchen said thoughtfully.

‘Hm, it seems we know who the clowns are.’ Hanyu said with a mocking smile, before turning to Mo Yan.

‘Do you want us to accompany you tonight?’ His expression turned light. He watched her with expectation, hoping for her accent – he wanted to hold her again. It made him excited thinking about it.

‘No admittance to my room.’ She said. She wasn’t so stupid. Let one come in, all of them would come and she would be able to get out of bed. She once heard you can’t spoil a man too much, lest, they ride on your head.

‘Can I kiss you?’

‘No.’

‘How about a hug.’

‘No. No. No.’ she said firmly.

He slumped down looking mildly dejected. There was no other way, who told them to spoil her so. It was best to spoil her so much that she would not be able to leave them.

 

192 Backless

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Ye Hanyu held her arm and led her forward into the sitting room.

The men’s faced turned blue.

Gong Qiye covered his face as he said, ‘This one isn’t good looking. We still have time; how about we change it, Yan’er.’

Mo Yan smiled cattily, ‘No need. I like it. Let’s go.’

Her evening dress looked pretty and conservative from the front, but the back was open down to her waist revealing her silken skin.

Damn it! Who brought her this dress?!

Mo Yan grinned as though she was aware of their thoughts, ‘I asked Xu-ge to send it.’

This Chu Jinxu had been born to go against them. (Zuben: Long may he prosper)

‘But it would be cold tonight, why don’t you get take a shawl.’ Zeyuan asked lightly, with burning anger in his eyes.

‘The auditorium will be heated.’ She retorted.

‘But it would be cold between the house and the car, and you may catch a cold…’

‘I am fine, and in good health. We need to leave or I’ll be late.’ Mo Yan said firmly.

They all nodded, reluctantly acquiescing. The only thing they could do was make sure no bees and butterflies hovered around her.

‘Hold on, Yan’er. I got you earrings. They would suit you better.’ Muchen said taking an earring box out of a velvet bag. (Zuben: That the brownies brought) He stepped up to her and opened the box. They were chandelier diamond earrings with flashed in the light.

Seeing she didn’t refuse him, he gently took off her earrings, and stroked her jade lobes. His actions were gentle as though he were touching the most precious treasure. After putting them on, he tucked a wisp of hair behind her ear.

‘Let’s go.’

The auditorium was magnificent, with grand chandeliers lighting the room. The floor was marble and curtains, red velvet. All the guests were from the upper echelons of society, business men, politicians.

Suddenly, there was a flurry from the entrance making people look towards there, as five men entered the hall. Their suits were well fitting, their expressions arrogant and forbidding. The aura was indifferent and alienating.

On the arm of the last man, was a beautiful woman wearing a gorgeous black evening dress that outlined her figure and swept to the ground in a fish tail. Sparkling beads decorated the dress making it glimmer in the light. Her bearing was elegant. Her eyes looked around as though she could see through everything. Her skin was white like sheep fat jade. Her vermillion painted lips were raise in a gentle smile.

 

193 EUDAMONIA

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‘Slut! Leave my Muchen-gege alone! Which one are you fucking?’

The handsome sextet turned. It was the girl who claimed to be Muchen’s fiancée.

…

Muchen looked down at her with cold indifference. He raised his hand, and a security guard appeared and bowed, before turning to his so-called fiancée.

‘Miss, I’m sorry you’re disturbing the guests.’

But her pretty face was twisted in jealousy and disgust, ‘Why? I’m asking a question; which one is she fucking?’

Hanyu smiled menacingly, ‘Get her out.’ He said with such ferocity, people trembled in fear.

She was about to returned, but the security guard covered her mouth and knocked the back of her head, making her faint, before the carried her out.

Mo Yan’s lips parted about to speak, but Hanyu stopped her, ‘Yan’er, don’t be soft hearted and plead for her.’

‘I don’t have the guts. I just wanted to say there was no need to be angry about such a person.’ Mo Yan said before turning around, ‘Let’s go, the auction is about to begin.’

They nodded in satisfaction; Yan’er did not object to them dealing with those people who attack her. Instead, she was thinking about them and concerned about them getting angry. She was really a painfully adorable girl.

If Mo Yan knew their thoughts, she would just roll her eyes. She just didn’t want to have to deal with this people too much.

Entering the auditorium, the was already filled with guests. There were only six seats VIP seats left in the first row.

As they walked down the aisles, people wanted to speak to them, but they were repelled by their cold eyes. They had to table their sycophancy and return their attention to the auction.

Once Mo Yan and the men were seated, the auctioneer took the stage and stood behind the podium.

‘Welcome distinguished guests to this annual charity auction.’

‘First, we would like to thank you for taking time to participate. The lots are rare treasures collected from various parts of the world. The proceeds will be donated to various organisation helping disadvantaged people.’

The auctioneer’s tone was calm and solemn showing the high level and dignity of the occasion.

‘First item; an ink and wash painting by Mr Xi in the Tang era. Bidding starts at three million.’

‘Four million.’

‘Five million!’

Charity auctions showed off the buyers’ level. Each bid represented their contribution to the charities.

The bidding carried on until a sapphire and diamond necklace appeared on the screen. The intricate design and clarity of the jewels caught everyone’s attention, causing a ripple through the crowd.

‘This is Eudaimonia, meaning happiness in ancient Greek. You may encounter frustrations, anxieties, and disappointments in life, but don’t forget to realise your happiness is in your hands. Bid starts at eight million!’

A beautiful woman was sitting between two nobly handsome men.

The man on the left turned to her, ‘Do you like it?’

Ye Ling blinked coquettishly, ‘No…’

Watching her glimmering eyes, Ouyang Yu smiled dotingly, his expression full of love for her, ‘Shall I bid for it for you?’

Ye Ling nodded.

‘Ten million.’

 

194 Naughty girl!

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Hanyu was playing with Mo Yan hand carelessly. With his other hand, he typed on his mobile phone. Seeing the reply from the other party, he smiled quietly.

‘Sold to the Chen family!’

‘The auction has now ended. We have prepared refreshments for guests in the banquet hall. Please proceed there. Should you require privacy, our staff will send you to our suites on the 9^th floor. Please enjoy yourselves. Have a good evening.’

The guest rose out of their seats and chatted amongst each other about the furious bidding.

Long Aotian came up to them with Ye Ling on his arm, followed by Ling Feng, Ouyang Ye and Che. The nodded respectfully at the men.

‘Mr Xiao, long time no see.’

‘President Long. I heard you have taken over the company; congratulations.’

‘Thank you, Mr Xiao. I hope we have a change to work together with you in the future.’ Aotion said with a smile.

Muchen smiled but did not give an assent.

‘Yan-yan,’ a beautiful voice called.

The sound almost made the men shiver. They turned to see a beautiful young woman in a silvery white dress. She was on the arm of Chen family’s son. Her eyes were like apricots, with spring water rippling with charming waves. (Zuben: Honest to god, what the fuck does this mean?!)

‘Long time no see. I have missed you so much.’ Fang Qianxin said looking warmly at Mo Yan, but Mo Yan stared at her indifferently.

It made onlookers wonder amongst themselves, and gossip that the Mo’s daughter was really rude. If it wasn’t because of Chief Ye, would she be acting so big? (Zuben: Does Qianxin cast a spell on onlookers that they lose their common sense the moment she appears on the scene)

But the gazes of the five men silenced the peanut gallery.

Mo Yan stopped Qianxin before she came too close, ‘Miss Fang, I thought I had made it clear the last time we met; I will not associate with people who betray their friend for the sake of a man.’

Qianxin’s smile did not waver, but her eyes were full of reproach as she said falsely, ‘But you misunderstood me, I was just trying to help…’

Mo Yan glared at her coldly.

What a waste, Ye Ling said inwardly snerring.

‘Yan-jie, I…’

‘I am younger than you.’ Mo Yan replied softly but coldly.

She looked indifferent to Ye Ling’s anger and embarrassment.

‘Naughty!’ Hanyu whispered in her ear, as he put his arm around her exposed back, and tapped her pretty nose. His eyes were full of doting, before sweeping the onlooking guests with a cold glare. It caused a nervous shiver in the throng except for the four with Ye Ling.

 

195 Psychosis

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‘Hungry? Shall we go an eat?’ Hanyu asked her.

She nodded. Without looking at them, he led her to the banquet hall. The others followed.

Ye Ling watched the men leave with Mo Yan, and she was annoyed. That position belonged to her! She just needed to get rid of that woman!

‘Baby?’ Long Aotian looked worriedly at her, seeing her lost expression at the Mo Yan’s back. He was angry at Mo Yan for Ye Ling.

But her expression calmed, and she smiled sadly at him, ‘I’m alright. It seems that Miss Mo doesn’t like me.’

The men’s heart ached for her.

‘Well, she’s an arrogant lady. No one cares for her.’ Ouyang Yu said trying to comfort her.

‘But those men seem to.’ She replied innocently blinking at him.

Ouyang Che’s eyes flashed with disdain, ‘She’s deceiving them. How could such esteemed men take a fancy to her? It’s not easy to trick such men.’

Indeed, that damned vixen would get her just desserts tonight. Her end would not be good.

‘But she looks so gentle…’ she said softly.

‘You’re so kind, that’s why you’re always bullied.’ Ling Feng said stroking her head.

She pouted and said, ‘I’m hungry.’

‘Let’s go.’

As they walked to the banquet hall, she took a look back at Fang Qianxin and gave her slight nod. Qianxin replied with a crooked smile.

Qianxin’s eyes darkened, as she tightened her fist to supress her jealousy as she watched Ye Ling go.

She turned to smile elegantly at Mr Chen,

‘Please excuse me.’

She went down a plushly carpeted corridor and headed to the women’s toilet. She pushed the door in, checking that there was no one else inside, aside from Ye Ling who was preening before the mirror. Ye Ling smiled at her.

Qianxin watched her for a moment before taking a black pouch from her tiny purse and handing it to Ye Ling, before turning away.

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