blenderwars Chapter 308 Meeting the Father-in-Law
Chapter 308 Meeting the Father-in-Law
Administration building, Tang Yuan's office.
When he knocked on the door, Lin Feng could hear his own heartbeat—faster than when he was facing a mutated beast.
"Come in."
A deep, steady male voice came from inside the door.
When I pushed open the door, Tang Yuan was sitting behind a large mahogany desk, holding a report in his hand.
He was dressed in a well-fitting dark gray Zhongshan suit, and his posture was upright and composed.
Seeing his daughter pull Lin Feng in, a knowing glint flashed in his eyes, and he calmly placed the report flat on the table.
"Dad!" Tang Xiaorui let go of Lin Feng, ran over and hugged her father's arm. "I brought Lin Feng to see you!"
Tang Yuan patted his daughter's hand, his gaze falling on Lin Feng with a scrutinizing look: "Sit."
"Director Tang." Lin Feng nodded respectfully and sat down on the guest sofa with his back straight.
Tang Xiaorui stood next to her father and got straight to the point: "Dad, Lin Feng and I are in love, and we're officially dating now!"
Tang Yuan's expression remained unchanged. He simply picked up his teacup, took a sip, and slowly said:
"Xiaorui, you're always so energetic and decisive!"
"This wasn't an impulsive act!" Tang Xiaorui said earnestly. "Lin Feng helped me resolve my second personality issue and saved me."
"Moreover, after spending time together, I realized that he was genuinely good to me, and I genuinely liked him too."
Tang Yuan looked at Lin Feng: "Lin Feng, I am very grateful to you for helping Xiao Rui."
"Your work performance in the park is also outstanding. You are calm, responsible, and your ability to handle rule-related crises is also evident to all."
He paused, then changed the subject, "But you should know that Xiaorui is 'weird'."
"I am human," Lin Feng admitted frankly, meeting her gaze calmly. "But that shouldn't be an obstacle to Xiaorui and me being together."
Tang Yuan put down his teacup and placed his ten fingers interlaced on the table:
"Differences between species mean that life forms, survival rules, and even lifespans may differ."
"You feel it's unimportant now because your passion for it is at its peak."
"But what happens after the passion fades? What if you can no longer have children? What if you grow old while Xiaorui's beauty remains unchanged... how will you cope then?"
Tang Xiaorui immediately panicked: "Dad! We can figure out a solution together—"
"Xiaorui~" Tang Yuan interrupted her, his tone gentle but undeniable, "These are not things that can be solved by 'finding a way,' this is reality."
A brief silence fell over the office.
Lin Feng took a deep breath and was about to speak when the knocking sounded again.
"Enter."
The door opened, and Tang Xiaofu walked in carrying a folder.
Upon seeing the scene inside, she paused slightly, then resumed her composure: "Dad, Lei Ting's quarantine report is out, and it needs your signature."
She walked to the desk and handed over the documents, her gaze sweeping over her sister's anxious face before falling on Lin Feng's tense profile.
As Tang Yuan signed the document, he casually asked, "Xiaofu, what do you think?"
The question came suddenly, but Tang Xiaofu instantly understood what her father meant.
She paused for two seconds, her voice calm:
"Lin Feng is capable and has a strong sense of responsibility."
"When dealing with rule-related crises, he never backed down because of his own safety, and he was responsible to the park, his colleagues, and the animals."
She paused, then added, "As for his feelings for Xiaorui... I've observed them, and it's genuine!"
Tang Xiaorui's eyes lit up, and she looked at her sister gratefully.
After signing the document, Tang Yuan handed it back, leaned back in his chair, and looked somewhat complicated.
How could he not see the subtle, yet undeniably present, emotion hidden deep within his eldest daughter's eyes?
"Lin Feng," Tang Yuan looked at him again, "even if I believe in your character and ability, there is still one problem: you are the chosen one of the Dragon Kingdom, and you will have to pass the test and leave the zoo sooner or later."
"When the time comes, you'll have to go back to human society. What will happen to Xiaorui then?"
"If she goes with you, she'll have to adapt to a completely unfamiliar world."
"If I don't go with you, you will be separated into two worlds."
"Either way, it will hurt her!"
Lin Feng had anticipated this problem.
He stood up, took out a badge from his personal space—dark gold in color and with an antique design—and gently placed it on Tang Yuan's desk.
"This is... the pass mark for the Tranquil Quadrant?" Tang Yuan's pupils contracted slightly.
"Yes." Lin Feng nodded. "I own a mansion in the Tranquil Quadrant. It's quite large and the environment is very quiet."
"If Xiaorui is willing, we can stay there after we pass through customs."
Tang Xiaorui exclaimed "Ah!" and looked at Lin Feng in surprise—he had never mentioned this before!
Tang Yuan picked up the badge and examined it closely.
He knew his stuff: this badge was not just a pass, but a symbol of status.
The Tranquil Quadrant is one of the very few "pure lands" in this bizarre world that has not been tainted by the rules. Properties there are not only incredibly expensive, but also require extremely high levels of contribution or strength to acquire.
"How could you have..." Tang Yuan asked, then stopped mid-sentence.
Every trial participant has their own secrets and opportunities; it is impolite to ask questions.
"Some fortunate circumstances," Lin Feng briefly explained. "In short, if Xiaorui comes with me, she won't have to go to human society, but will live in a safe, stable, and comfortable environment. I will do my best to protect her and stay with her."
Tang Yuan stared at the badge for a long time before gently pushing it back to Lin Feng, the seriousness on his face finally fading away.
"Dad!" Tang Xiaorui seized the opportunity, shaking her father's arm. "Please, just say yes!"
"Look how thoughtful Lin Feng is! He even prepared a place for us to stay. He's clearly planned our future carefully!"
Tang Yuan looked at the light in his daughter's eyes, then at Lin Feng's resolute expression, and finally relented:
"I can accept your relationship."
Tang Xiaorui cheered.
"However," Tang Yuan raised his hand to signal her to be quiet, "there are a few conditions."
Lin Feng said seriously, "Please speak."
"First, while you are in the park, you must be mindful of the impact and not let personal matters interfere with your official duties."
"Secondly," Tang Yuan's tone softened, but still carried a warning, "matters of the heart must be approached gradually, not hastily."
As soon as he finished speaking, Lin Feng and Tang Xiaorui exchanged a glance.
Almost simultaneously, their ears burned, and they both averted their gazes.
If the old man knew that the two of them had already "rushed" things at noon, he would probably jump up and down right now.
"Third..." Tang Yuan looked at Lin Feng, his gaze deep, "No matter what the future holds, if one day you feel that you can no longer continue this relationship, please tell me honestly, and we can part amicably."
Lin Feng nodded solemnly: "I assure you, that day will never come."
Tang Yuan nodded and waved his hand: "Alright, you can go now."
Tang Xiaorui jumped up happily and pulled Lin Feng outside.
Just before leaving, Lin Feng turned around and met Tang Xiaofu's gaze.
She stood beside Tang Yuan, her face expressionless, only nodding slightly.
The door closed.
Only the father and daughter remained in the office.
Tang Yuan rubbed his temples and looked at his eldest daughter:
"Do you really think he can take good care of Xiaorui?"
Tang Xiaofu was silent for a moment, then said softly, "At least, he is more reliable than most people."
"And what about you?" Tang Yuan suddenly asked.
Tang Xiaofu's body stiffened almost imperceptibly.
"Dad, what are you saying?!" She turned around to tidy up the filing cabinet, her back to her father.
Tang Yuan looked at his daughter's straight back and sighed inwardly.