204: Chapter 204: Isabella's Confession

Du Ruoxi's excited voice came from the other end of the phone, along with the chattering of others.

Wang Chen smiled and hung up.

Looking at the familiar street scenery outside the window, he suddenly felt like he was coming home.

Yes, Hangzhou City was his home base.

His career, his women, and everything he had were here.

Although the Imperial Capital was prosperous, it ultimately wasn't his turf.

Half an hour later, the convoy arrived at Green City Peach Blossom Spring Villa.

The villa gates opened, and the convoy drove in.

As soon as Wang Chen got out of the car, he saw a line of people standing at the villa's entrance.

Du Ruoxi, Su Yue, and the others were all there.

"Welcome home!"

Du Ruoxi took the lead and shouted, and the other women chimed in unison.

Looking at these familiar faces, a warm current welled up in Wang Chen's heart.

He walked over, gave Du Ruoxi a tight hug, and kissed her on the lips. "Did you miss me?"

"I did." Du Ruoxi looked at her sisters shyly. "I missed you every day."

Then he hugged Su Yue, Qin Qing, and the others in turn.

When it was Isabella's turn, Wang Chen hesitated for a moment.

The blonde princess was wearing a white dress today, with her hair in a braid; she really did look like a doll.

She looked at Wang Chen, her eyes sparkling and full of expectation.

Wang Chen sighed, but still opened his arms and gave her a light hug.

"Welcome to Dragon Country, Isabella."

Isabella immediately beamed like a flower. "Mr. Wang, I finally get to see you!"

"Just call me by my name or Brother Chen." Wang Chen let go of her. "There's no need to be so formal here."

"Okay, Brother Chen!"

Finally, Wang Chen introduced Xue Wanrong to everyone.

"This is A Li's mother, Auntie Xue. She'll be staying in Hangzhou City for a few days, so please take good care of her."

The women immediately crowded around.

"Hello, Auntie!"

"Auntie, you look so young, you and A Li look like sisters!"

"Auntie, you must be tired from the journey. Please come in and sit down!"

Surrounded by these enthusiastic girls, Xue Wanrong felt a bit overwhelmed.

But she soon adapted.

Because the looks in these girls' eyes were sincere, without a hint of hypocrisy.

She could feel that they truly welcomed her.

"Thank you, thank you all," Xue Wanrong said with a smile.

"Auntie, don't mention it, we're all family." Du Ruoxi took her arm. "Come, let's go inside for dinner. We can talk while we eat."

Everyone walked into the villa.

Two large tables of food were already set in the dining room, as lavish as a Manchu Han Imperial Feast.

"Wow, so many dishes!" Bai Li's eyes went wide.

"There are so many people today, so of course we had to prepare more," Du Ruoxi said with a smile. "Auntie, please sit here."

She arranged for Xue Wanrong to sit next to the head of the table, while she sat on the other side.

Wang Chen sat at the head of the table, with Bai Li next to him.

The others took their seats in turn.

Isabella naturally sat on Wang Chen's other side.

As she sat down, she stole a glance at Wang Chen.

Wang Chen pretended not to notice.

"Come, everyone, let's raise a glass." Du Ruoxi picked up her wine glass. "Welcome Auntie to Hangzhou City, and welcome Brother Chen home!"

"Cheers!"

Watching this scene, Xue Wanrong was filled with emotion.

This "home" was much more harmonious than she had imagined.

There was no scheming, no jealousy, only sincerity and warmth.

No wonder her daughter liked it here so much.

No wonder Wang Chen could keep all these outstanding girls by his side.

Because what he gave them was not just material satisfaction, but also a sense of spiritual belonging.

That was what mattered most.

"Auntie, try this. It's Sister Su Yue's specialty." Qin Qing put a piece of braised pork in Xue Wanrong's bowl.

"Thank you."

"Auntie, have some soup. This soup has been simmering for three hours; it's very fresh." Yang Li handed over a bowl of soup.

"Thank you."

"Auntie, this fish is also delicious. Have a taste."

The bowl in front of Xue Wanrong soon piled up like a small mountain.

She didn't know whether to laugh or cry. "Enough, enough, I can't eat this much."

"Auntie, you're too thin. Eat more to nourish yourself." Du Ruoxi added a piece of rib to her bowl.

Looking at these enthusiastic girls, Xue Wanrong's heart felt warm.

The meal lasted for nearly two hours.

Laughter and chatter filled the air, and Xue Wanrong was gradually drawn to these stunning girls with their different personalities.

She slowly let go of the burden in her heart and started chatting with them.

Although these girls all had different personalities, they were all very lovely.

Du Ruoxi was poised and steady, with the air of a mistress of the house.

Su Yue was gentle and refined, like a lady from a prestigious family.

Qin Qing was lively and cheerful, the life of the party.

Yang Li was quirky and mischievous, always able to make people laugh.

He Li and Xiang Tingting were gentle and considerate, very good at taking care of others.

Liu Yan was mature and intellectual, doing everything thoughtfully.

Su Xi was frank and straightforward, saying whatever was on her mind.

Yi Yao was clever and bright, a little smarty-pants.

And then there was Isabella, as pure as a blank sheet of paper, full of curiosity about everything.

In such a "big family," there was no scheming or factionalism like in TV dramas.

That Wang Chen could make so many girls coexist harmoniously meant he truly had a side she didn't know about.

Her curiosity grew even stronger.

After dinner, everyone moved to the living room.

Du Ruoxi arranged for Xue Wanrong to stay in a suite on the second floor, right next to Bai Li's room.

"Auntie, you should rest first. We'll talk more tonight."

"Okay, thank you all."

After Xue Wanrong went upstairs, the atmosphere in the living room suddenly became subtle.

The women's eyes all turned toward Wang Chen.

More accurately, they were looking at Wang Chen and Isabella.

Isabella felt a bit embarrassed by the stares, but she still plucked up her courage and walked up to Wang Chen.

"Brother Chen, I... I have something I want to say to you."

Here it comes.

Wang Chen sighed inwardly, but remained calm on the surface. "Go ahead."

"I..." Isabella took a deep breath. "I like you. Ever since I heard your story, I've liked you. I came to Dragon Country this time just for you. I want... I want to be your woman."

She spoke very directly and openly, without any affectation.

Everyone in the living room looked at Wang Chen in unison. No one made a sound, all waiting for his answer.

Wang Chen looked at Isabella.

The blonde princess's eyes were clear, and her expression was sincere.

It seemed... she really did like him.

But... "Isabella, I'm very grateful for your feelings." Wang Chen chose his words carefully. "But do you know me? Do you know what kind of person I am? Do you know how many women I already have around me?"

"I know." Isabella nodded vigorously. "I know everything. Sister Ruoxi and the others told me. I don't mind, really. In Europe, it's normal for outstanding men to have many women around them."

Wang Chen: "..."

What kind of aristocratic thinking was this?

"And," Isabella continued, "I'm serious. This isn't an impulse, nor is it for family interests. I truly like you. Grandfather said that if I can find true love in Dragon Country, he will give me his blessing."