Panzi Anni had seen through it all, her understanding crystal clear.

So, she went straight to their door, demanding with brazen confidence, essentially pinning the slippery Han Lie down without any chance of escape.

Both parties had strong intentions, and Han Lie could not show even a hint of reluctance, so in less than half an hour, they had even figured out how to manage the engagement party.

"It's too rushed this year. Let's do it after the New Year. We'll have one event in Magic Capital and another in Dream City, each handling our own affairs..."

"Alright, rest assured, we'll definitely give Little Pan the grandest treatment!"

Pan Ge raised her head, giving Ma Honglian a sweet smile. "Thank you, Auntie, but I'm fine with anything…"

This is so fake!

Yet Ma Honglian was completely charmed, smiling broadly, almost wishing she could go over and cuddle Pan Ge a bit.

Where could you find another girl who's both good-looking and well-behaved like this?! My stupid son really has the devil's own luck!

The luckless man forced a smile, his heart heavy with a sadness that flowed like a reversed river.

He had planned to consider this matter around the age of 30, but look at him now, not even 20 years old and he's fucking getting engaged! By then, with Panzi's connections, half the high society of Huangpu Beach might be invited, and the whole world would know I'm an almost-married man, completely off the market. How could I possibly continue to play around then?!

Just thinking about pacifying Chen Yanfei, Xi Luting, Xiao Baigei, Zhazha, and Sister Tingting made Han Lie's head feel as big as a bucket. The only ones who might actually behave and not cause trouble were probably just the Bai sisters and Wang Tianqing. But looking on the bright side, with Little Pushover's temperament and endurance, as long as he kept her firmly on the bed, confused and playing dead, she might turn a blind eye to him… right?!

Han Lie suddenly wasn't so sure anymore.

Dating is one thing, but if they were actually engaged, with Little Pushover's scheming ways, who knows what kinds of tricks she might pull… Ah, so annoying! How did things even end up like this?!

It was all because Han Lie was just too exceptional.

Simply making money in the market was nothing special; every couple of years, a few geniuses emerged who treated the stock market like an ATM. Then, when the market adapted to their rhythm, their money-making speed plummeted.

Han Lie's real talent lay in his ability to control all kinds of resources.

As a direct participant in the Snake-Swallowing Whale Plan, Panzi knew all too well how capable Han Lie was. With a young man like this, having the chance to become his son-in-law, why would he hesitate?

Do two parents personally forcing a marriage look too low-class? You don't know shit! Those who value face too much deserve to stay poor!

Anyway, Panzi didn't care if people laughed at him; let them. It's a rare opportunity to come to your door and 'demand retribution'! If I don't clip your wings today, then I, Pan Shengwu, will renounce my name!

The four elders talked with increasing enthusiasm, while Ma Honglian, ever the chatterbox, bustled about serving tea and water, her ears pricked, not missing a single piece of information.

Han Lie couldn't sit still anymore.

He beckoned with his fingers, summoning Pan Ge to the bedroom.

Pan Ge, who had planned on playing coy for a couple more days, was initially reluctant to go.

But then Zhao Anni spoke up, "Go have fun on your own. No need to eavesdrop with us. There's nothing for you two to worry about; just make an appearance when it's time!"

TSK. Such domineering energy…

Ma Honglian also encouraged her, "Go and have fun, my dear. If Pipi dares to bully you, just shout and Auntie will break his legs!"

PFFT!

Pan Ge couldn't help it and burst out laughing.

Pipi?! How apt…

Although she was laughing now, as soon as she got to the bedroom, Han Lie pinned her down.

"Great! The three of you teamed up to ambush me?!"

Pan Ge chuckled, her defense completely insincere. "It's not my fault! Who knew their things were so expensive? You don't believe me? Look at my back; my mom slapped it red! Actually, I was against them coming, but as you know, I don't have much say at home..."

Han Lie was so angry he raised his hand as if to swat her, but before he could, Pan Ge immediately opened her mouth, feigning a shout.

Little Lie quickly retracted his hand to the back of his head, scratching it and forcing a smile. "Stop it, I'm just teasing you."

Pan Ge's smile was radiant, her eyes sly as she reached out her finger to hook Han Lie's chin.

"Be a good boy and smile for Daddy!"

Damn it!

Dog Lie struggled to produce a friendly smile, feeling like he was about to burst.

Still unsatisfied, Pan Ge sat down on the bed, lifted one foot, and heaved a sigh as if talking to herself, "Ah, I've been up since dawn, my legs are so sore..."

I... I'll endure it!

Han Lie, playing the sycophant, hurried over, lifting her leg and carefully beginning to massage it.

"Your Highness, how's the pressure?"

"Mm, Little Lie is doing well today. You deserve a reward!"

Han Lie clenched his teeth, seething inwardly. I'll let you be smug for a couple of days. But once we're back in Magic Capital, even if your cries sound like a song of utter conquest, see if I pay you any mind then!

His humiliating efforts to please lasted almost half an hour, and Han Lie finally understood the whole story.

In the end, he was stupefied and didn't know whether to laugh or cry.

Who would've thought that simply swiping a set of Gu Jingzhou's teapots would lead to such a huge drama? Shit! Damn these itchy fingers!

But actually, Panzi's personality determined that this was bound to happen sooner or later.

Panzi's rationale was clear: they could date casually, sure. But with the Gu Yong project progressing so unexpectedly smoothly, how could they ensure mutual trust without forging a tighter bond with Han Lie?

That was a scenario involving billions!

Han Lie knew this himself. He just hadn't expected it to happen so suddenly and passively, which was why he felt some reluctance.

Well, what's done is done. No point in thinking about it anymore.

Han Lie tried to console himself and then started contemplating how to minimize the impact of this incident on him.

As he was pondering, Pan Ge suddenly asked, "By the way, isn't your class reunion happening today?"

Han Lie's heart skipped a beat.

Fucking hell! I didn't expect her to come, and I let slip all the details!

Unable to bluff, he had to feign surprise and ask, "Is it? Why do you ask? Didn't I tell you I wasn't going?"

Black-hearted White Lotus smiled gently, appearing innocent as she replied, "But I'm here! As your official girlfriend, it's my duty to help you make an impression, to show those snobs exactly what kind of person my boyfriend is now..."

Oh, wow, I'm truly touched!

Han Lie felt so moved his head was buzzing, and he pondered for ages but couldn't come up with a way to refuse.

Mainly because she added another line.

"Are you worried it's impolite for you to leave while my parents are visiting? It's okay. I'll just tell Auntie Ma that I'm accompanying you to the class reunion. She should be quite pleased, right?"

Han Lie was out of options.

This woman, once she has a trump card like this, really doesn't let go...

Damn it, fine! Let's go!

******

The details of the tsunami aren't easy to explain briefly; they were initially part of my writing plan, mentioned at the beginning.

However, whether I can write about it later, I personally have a pessimistic view.

If it doesn't work out, I'll include it in an extra chapter or something.