Hidden identities of the AI Heiress
Chapter 465 - Chapter 465 Chapter 465 So Many People Protecting Her

Chapter 465: Chapter 465 So Many People Protecting Her Chapter 465: Chapter 465 So Many People Protecting Her Ye Miaoshan clicked her tongue audibly, “I wonder if big sister knows that her daughter is mingling with so many people outside.”

Su Fan’s gaze fell on Qiao Yun, and he immediately frowned, “What’s going on with Qingyan, letting him watch over his sister, is this how he does it?”

“Some people just don’t listen, why blame your own son,” Ye Miaoshan was quite dissatisfied with Su Fan’s attitude.

The more Su Fan watched, the more he felt something was amiss, “It looks like they are bullying someone. No, I need to go have a look.”

From his point of view, Qiao Yun was surrounded by a group of grown men, looking weak, pitiful, and helpless.

Ye Miaoshan thought about it and followed him.

No matter what, Qiao Yun was her niece, and if something were to happen, how could she, as an aunt, ignore it without care? People might say all sorts of things about her.

Su Fan approached Qiao Yun, watching the group warily, then looked at Qiao Yun, and upon seeing she was alright, he finally breathed a sigh of relief.

“Qiaoqiao, come here for a moment; I have something to tell you.”

Those who could attend this banquet were either rich or noble; he naturally did not want to start a conflict with anyone.

Qiao Yun thought Su Fan really had something to say to her and, without thinking, got up and walked towards him.

The next second, she felt someone grab her hand.

That hand was warm, very warm.

Qiao Yun paused mid-step, raised her head to look at Li Hanzhou and said in a small voice, “Let go of me.”

In front of so many people she knew, holding hands with a good friend, she felt a bit embarrassed.

Li Hanzhou had not yet spoken when Shen Qi jumped out first, narrowing his eyes and asking Su Fan, “Who are you? What do you want with Miss Qiao?”

Naturally, he was suspicious when a middle-aged man suddenly appeared with such a strange attitude.

Could it be that he wanted to collaborate with Professor Qiao?

Not only did Shen Qi stand up, but those around Qiao Yun, who had been taught by her, also shielded their Professor Qiao.

Each one with the look of protective calves.

Su Fan’s gaze was full of surprise; what was going on with these people?

Why were they so protective of his niece?

Ye Miaoshan, emboldened by her gender, stepped forward near Su Fan.

“Qiaoqiao is our niece, why can’t we find her; what are you so many men doing surrounding a young lady?”

Many of the attendees had come to the banquet to network with the younger generation.

Hence, the young masters who came to reminisce with Qiao Yun were numerous.

Most of their grandparents were old friends with Qiao Yun, making her theoretically their elder.

They also secretly referred to Qiao Yun as their “little ancestor” behind closed doors.

“Niece?”

Shen Qi looked at Professor Qiao in astonishment.

Qiao Yun nodded in acknowledgment, “He’s my uncle.”

Upon hearing this, Li Hanzhou’s eyes, which had turned cold, softened again, considering that he was in front of someone else’s elder.

He finally let go of the little hand he had been trying to pull back.

Qiao Yun was relieved to have her hand released, yet worried about her good friend misunderstanding.

She stood on her tiptoes, leaned close to Li Hanzhou’s ear, and whispered softly, “It’s not that I dislike you, just that it’s not good with so many people around.”

Her voice was soft and tender, and her breath tickled his ear; Li Hanzhou stiffened completely.

His Adam’s apple bobbed and his gaze drifted as he let out a noncommittal grunt.

Qiao Yun’s expression remained cool, yet the tip of Li Hanzhou’s ear visibly turned a shade pinker.

Now he was the one feeling uncomfortable.

Su Fan noticed that upon learning he was Qiao Yun’s uncle, these people’s attitudes suddenly became very warm, as if they were seeing a member of their own family.

Such warmth, he had only seen it from the man who had snatched away the youngest sister in his family.

Indeed, did these people harbor ulterior motives towards his niece, hoping to ingratiate themselves with him?

“Hello uncle, we are Qiao Yun’s friends.” Shen Qi flashed a big white smile, looking utterly charming.

Su Fan became even more wary; this guy, with a smile like a peacock, was clearly up to no good.

As a student of Professor Qiao, Yu Jin naturally stepped forward to greet him as well, with an attitude that was polite and refined, “Mr. Su has misunderstood, we are all friends of Professor Qiao… Miss Qiao. It’s rare to see her, so naturally, we want to catch up.”

Su Fan narrowed his eyes; this guy, wearing glasses, was definitely a smooth operator.

Yu Jin, Shen Qi: “…” Were they being disliked?

“We are friends,” Qiao Yun explained for them.

Moreover, this was only the second time Qiao Yun and Su Fan had met; the Su Family was as good as strangers to her.

But now Su Fan was so worried about her.

She still felt grateful to him in her heart.

“Really friends?” Su Fan remained skeptical.

Qiao Yun affirmed with conviction, “Mhm, friends, acquaintances, I’m fine.”

Su Fan was still a bit uneasy, especially since no one from the Lu Family had come, leaving Qiao Yun alone seemed too dangerous.

At that moment, Li Hanzhou spoke up, “Mr. Su, rest assured, with me here, Qiao Yun’s safety is guaranteed.”

Su Fan looked at the man with a commanding presence before him, his expression filled with curiosity, “And you are?”

This man clearly wasn’t simple at all.

Li Hanzhou said in a casual tone, “My name is Li Hanzhou.”

He had only given a name, yet it caused Su Fan and Ye Miaoshan to be greatly taken aback.

Previously, when Mrs. Li had visited the Lu Family, she had mentioned that Qiao Yun had a good relationship with her two children. It seemed that the relationship was indeed very close.

Su Fan’s eyes were complicated; this seemed a bit too close…

Ye Miaoshan felt a sour twinge in her heart.

Why wasn’t it her daughter who had a good relationship with Mr. Li?

How come Su Mian’s daughter was so lucky?

Su Fan, having confirmed that Qiao Yun wasn’t being harassed by this group, felt considerably relieved, but he still left a warning, “Uncle is over there; remember to find me if you need anything.”

“Okay, thank you.” Qiao Yun didn’t refuse his kind offer.

Su Fan did not disturb Qiao Yun and her friends any further in catching up.

His relationship with Qiao Yun was not very close at this point, so it was not his place to meddle in her affairs rashly.

Su Fan mused, “Qiaoqiao really is likable.”

Ye Miaoshan let out a snort, “Are you stupid or what? Can’t you see the way Mr. Li feels about Qiao Yun?”

“What feeling? Aren’t they just friends?”

“I won’t misread it; Mr. Li definitely has feelings for Qiao Yun, it’s just unclear what kind of feelings they are.”

In the case of such top-tier wealthy families, would they truly like someone?

It’s probably just a game to them.

Su Fan frowned, “What kind of feelings? Why do you always like to speculate about others’ intentions?”

Ye Miaoshan glared at her husband, “Isn’t it because I’m worried Qiao Yun might be played? She’s so young, unaware of the wickedness of society. Aren’t you, as her uncle, supposed to be more vigilant?”

She couldn’t quite pinpoint her feelings.

She just couldn’t bear to see Qiao Yun really getting together with Li Hanzhou.

Such an outstanding son-in-law, why couldn’t he have taken a fancy to her daughter?

“I think you’re just overthinking it. Mr. Li could have any woman he wants, why would he purposely toy with Qiaoqiao? Stop projecting your own crafty thoughts onto others.”

Su Fan did not want to discuss this matter with her.

Even if Li Hanzhou did have some feelings for Qiao Yun,

if their parents hadn’t said anything, what could he, just an uncle, possibly do?