Huh? Are villainous bosses this easy to flirt with?

Chapter 158 Huo Yi's Appeal

Just as Huo Yi was engrossed in his conversation, a uniquely melodious voice, like a lively little bird, pierced straight into his ears, tickling his heart.

He couldn't help but stop what he was doing and look in the direction of the sound. Once he looked, he couldn't take his eyes off it.

On the stage, a beautiful woman, dressed in a dazzling palace gown, wearing a phoenix crown and a shawl, looked like a figure from a painting.

Huo Yi's mind went blank as he stared intently at the stage, his eyes filled with fascination.

He considered himself to have walked through the bustling world for many years and seen countless beauties, some radiant and bright, others gentle and charming. But the moment his gaze fell upon the person on the stage, all the beauties of the past seemed to pale in comparison.

The beautiful woman on the stage was charming in every gesture and every smile, captivating him completely.

Huo Yi suddenly stood up. Huo Qixuan glanced at him and said, "Where do you think you're going this time?"

A hint of displeasure flashed in Huo Yi's eyes, and he raised his voice to ask, "You just said that we can't step out of the Huo residence. What, can't we even walk around in our own home?"

Huo Qixuan looked at him with suspicion, "You'd actually be this obedient?"

"Believe it or not, this is so boring, I'm leaving."

Huo Qixuan was so angry at Huo Yi's actions that his face turned ashen and the veins on his forehead bulged. Just as he was about to call him back in a stern voice, Song Ling saw this and quickly reached out to tug at his sleeve, advising him.

"He's bored and restless here, so just let him be!"

Huo Qixuan cursed, "His current unbridled behavior is all because you spoiled him!"

Song Ling didn't think she had done anything wrong. "I carried my son for ten months and gave birth to him. What's wrong with spoiling him a little?"

“Unlike you, your son finally comes home once in a while, and you end up arguing with him again.”

Huo Qixuan knew he couldn't reason with her, so he simply shut up.

After a while, he was quickly drawn to the play "The Drunken Beauty" being performed on the stage and began to watch it intently.

As he watched, Huo Qixuan frowned slightly, wondering where he had seen that person on stage before. Why did he look so familiar?

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Xie Qing's performance on stage came to an end, and as soon as he stepped off the stage, he was warmly received by Yan Li and the old troupe leader.

The old commander, with a mischievous glint in his eye, patted Xie Qing on the shoulder with a smile and extended an invitation.

"Young man, would you be interested in joining my opera troupe?"

This young man is talented, has a good appearance, and has a close relationship with the Huo family. Letting him join the opera troupe would be beneficial.

Xie smiled and refused decisively, "No, that's not my thing."

“However…” he changed the subject and said with a smile, “My teacher is quite interested in this.”

The old commander instantly understood what the other party meant, and after thinking about it, he felt that it was a good idea.

To be able to teach students so well, one must be quite capable oneself. In addition, given her status as Teacher Xie Qing, she is also somewhat connected to the Huo family.

Having figured this out, he stroked his goatee and looked at Yan Li with a kind smile, "Yan Li, right? Would you like to join my opera troupe?"

Yan Li was overwhelmed by the enormous surprise, and was so excited that she could barely speak coherently, "I...I...I'm willing, I'm willing!!!"

"Thank you, Commander He, for giving me this opportunity... I... I will definitely not let you down!"

She then looked at Xie Qing, but before she could say anything to express her gratitude, Xie Qing said, "Teacher Yan, I'm going to change my clothes now."

Yan Li then noticed that Xie Qing's forehead and temples were covered in sweat.

It's mid-June now, and the heat is unbearable; even wearing short sleeves feels stifling.

Xie Qing had just come down from the stage, still wearing his heavy and elaborate costume, layers upon layers of fabric tightly wrapped around him, so he must have been hot.

She nodded immediately and watched Xie Qing walk into the dressing room.

When Xie Qing reappeared, she had shed her heavy, stuffy costume and changed into a refreshing summer outfit.

A simple white short-sleeved T-shirt perfectly outlined his tall and straight figure, while light blue casual jeans accentuated his straight legs. The casually rolled-up cuffs added a touch of relaxed ease.

He stood in front of the mirror, preparing to remove his makeup, when a haughty voice suddenly rang out from backstage, "Get out of the way, don't block the way!"

Hearing the commotion, everyone backstage turned to look. A man with a furrowed brow and an impatient expression strode in, casually swinging his arm and hitting a prop in the hands of a male actor.

The prop in his hand flew out with a "whoosh" and crashed to the ground with a "crash," its parts scattered everywhere, creating an instant mess.

The old regimental commander rushed over upon hearing the commotion. When he saw that the person was the son of the fourth master of the Huo family, a bad premonition immediately rose in his heart.

He quickly composed himself, a smile plastered on his face, and greeted him warmly, "Oh, Young Master Yi, what brings you here?"

Huo Yi stood with his hands in his pockets, looking completely arrogant. He glanced around, and when he didn't see the person he was looking for, he asked, "Old man, where is the person who just came down from the stage?"

The old commander hesitated, then asked, "Young Master Yi, are you referring to Xie Qing?"

Huo Yi stared in fascination, licked his lips, and said, "So that person's name is Xie Qing. That's a beautiful name."

He quickly regained his arrogant demeanor and said directly, "Old man, I've taken a liking to this person, so I came here specifically to ask you for him."

The old troupe leader slowly raised his hand, gently stroking his beard with his fingers, and smiled unhurriedly, "Young Master Yi, it's not that I don't want to release him, it's just that Xie Qing is not a member of my troupe at all."

Huo Yi's patience ran out, his eyes filled with anger. "Stop lying! I think you just don't want to hand them over!"

"Young Master Yi, I'm practically halfway to my grave, how could I dare to lie to you?"

The old commander stroked his beard, then changed the subject, "However... Xie Qing, this junior, was personally brought here by Steward Qi. At the time, I was puzzled, thinking that for Steward Qi to come all the way here, he must be a relative of the Huo family."

What? Qi Min sent it over! Huo Yi thought to himself, "That's going to be a bit tricky."

Although Qi Min was just the butler of the Huo family, his status in the Huo family was second only to his eldest uncle. Even his father had to show him respect, let alone him.

Just as Huo Yi was pondering, Xie Qing came over, having removed her makeup and looking relaxed, followed by Yan Li, who was still immersed in joy.

"Young man, someone is looking for you here."

The old regimental commander, as if seeing a savior, quickly called the man to a stop.

After Xie Qing arrived, the old commander introduced him to Huo Yi, "Young Master Yi, this is Xie Qing. Haven't you seen him at the Huo residence before?"

Where have I seen Huo Yi before?

He spent his days indulging in nightlife, either drinking and partying with his cronies in bars or seeking pleasure, only returning to the Huo residence once every few months.

It can be said that he was completely unaware of what had recently happened at the Huo residence.