"Brother!"

Chen Yan stood a good few meters away from the private jet with his bodyguards circling the designated safe area. The plan was to meet up with his brother at his new villa, but he was too impatient. It's been nearly a year since he last saw his Emperor brother and had so much to tell him.

Integrating into this world was exciting enough compared to those main leads he read about in those webnovels.

A medieval prince turned child actor.

Pretty good in his eyes.

Chen Kai heard the call the moment he stepped out of the jet. His indifferent expression quickly morphed into a warm, doting look when he saw his baby brother welcoming him so enthusiastically.

He missed the brat, but matters had to be put in place for them to settle on this star.

Like him, Chen Yan also grew out his hair and took to wearing modern designs of traditional Chinese costumes. Seeing the cheerful sprout he always doted on, Chen Kai couldn't help but reminisce about their previous life.

It was fate that reunited them, and he couldn't ask for anything better.

"XiaoYan is here." Meeting up with the kid, he marveled at the height he was boasting now and his complete soul integration.

It was a blessing that no sequelae happened during that time.

"I couldn't wait. Uncle told me that you will go straight to the house he got for you, so I decided to accompany you from here. How is everything in Beijing?"

The two entered the armoured Rolls-Royce and continued their conversation.

The large envoy left the private airfield and made its way to the suburbs.

On the way, Chen Yan told him more detailed information about his months in the entertainment industry and balancing school. There were no bad things to say, but he saw them clearly from his silent observation and naturally kept it as quiet side lessons.

There will always be a dark side to the light side.

"Are you planning to make this a career? China can be a stepping stone. The world is opening up to the Asians in that market, and with your fluency in foreign languages, you can go further."

Chen Kai didn't say more after these words and watched from the side as Chen Yan fell into contemplation. Acting isn't the only option for his brother; with his background and the inheritance from his past missions, Chen Yan can do whatever he likes; he can fail and get back up again; he can even be a salted fish if he wants to, because the wealth under their hands allows him to do so.

Chen Kai also knows he can be a rice bug and watch the money flow in freely, but he can't stay still for that long.

"Well.... until I'm bored. I haven't seen enough to decide yet," Chen Yan answered. The little guy can sense his big brother's thought process when that question was put out.

No matter what life they lived, his Emperor Brother dotes on him the most. A warm, nostalgic smile bloomed on his face as he thought of this.

It's good to be in this life with big brother again.

"You're right."

The two lapsed into a comfortable silence before Chen Yan broke it.

"Are you really going to play with that old man's psyche? Uncle has probably messed with him already."

Chen Yan really had to ask. He was feeling a bit sympathetic to the old master, but for a few seconds.

Chen Kai sneered outwardly, not hiding his true feelings about the old man of the Chen family. Some other person who may be in his position may be sympathetic and tolerant to the old, but not him. No matter what age, one knows right from wrong.

Can you say a man who has been washed continuously by society, especially in that dog-eating era, didn't know right from wrong? On top of that, it was his own flesh and blood he plotted against for a mere business deal that didn't work out in the end.

His father has a stronger will than he, to stay because of the people beneath the Chen family banner. If it were him, the family would have been in his hands after spilling a bit of blood.

"... fucking bastard."

"It's a civilized society, dear brother," Chen Yan commented after feeling the murderous intent blazing beside him. He smiled in full amusement, watching his brother's murderous thoughts being so clear on his face.

"Tch~ Not that civilized. He's only safe because he's the grandfather."

"That's probably the reason why he's at the family manor and not some retirement villa. Uncle Huai is thinking the same as you. He tolerated a long time, though. Do you think he was waiting for this moment? Finding you?"

"Maybe." Chen Kai was thoughtful for a moment. Propping his head on his closed fist, his dark, jewel-like eyes seemed to blur for a moment. His mother placed everything in order for him; the only part that didn't live up to her expectations was the family she left him with, but everything turned out fine after all.

He knows that his father loved his mother, as he kept searching for her after power came into his hands, but he was too late. The result didn't match up to his hope-filled expectation, but gave him another piece of hope.

"...Dad. Dad was probably acting within his power back then. You know how archaic rules are when it comes to male heirs, so he had to wait for an opportunity. I, reaching the release age, triggered his plans." Chen Kai finally spoke, but the bitterness was heard.

Chen Yan heard and understood. "Heh. I remember." How can he not? Weren't they living day in and day out, having no clue if they could survive? His brother was named Crown Prince before he hit puberty and had to take the throne when the previous Emperor was killed. Those old, so-called elders of the empire kept pressing down their heads with stupid rules and tradition. He can understand Uncle Huai's helplessness when it comes to making a choice back then.

"It's still fun to watch old bridges being burned." Chen Yan laughed at the thought of those old fogeys being taught the modern way of things, crushing their authority while they were at it.

"What about you? Do you want to recognize your ancestors?" Chen Kai asked softly.

Chen Yan's playful smile dimmed significantly. He has thought about that question and always came up blank. The soul of the previous Chen Yan had no lingering wishes or resentment towards his parents. The child simply wanted a new life; he wanted to be free.

Since assimilating to this body and life, this prince can be said to be a genuine inhabitant of this star.

Does he want a father?

Does he want to be a young master?

"No." Chen Yan's answer was swift and firm. He doesn't need that scumbag idiot as a father. The most he can do when he goes to the old manor is to show his presence and stay as 'a cousin' to the masses.

Chen Kai sneered, "Even so, I bet he wouldn't even recognize his own seed if you were put in front of him. What a waste of resources that one."

Chen Yan chuckled. His thoughts were in line with his brother's. There was no need to go and look for fatherhood; he's nothing but a sperm donor. If you look at his track record, he's like a frivolous dandy sowing his wild oats everywhere to help populate the world.

It would be a waste of energy to go looking for that guy.

"I'm fine with being the younger cousin. We don't need to look for him for a grain of rice."

"It is good."

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The convoy reached the villa district with great fanfare.

The team of multi-million dollar SUVs and cars caught the eyes of many. What made them all stop and wait for a good show were the uniformed guards of the district.

In neat and upright posture, the twenty guards stood on either side of the entrance under the blazing morning heat with solemn expressions on their faces.

The team captain stepped out of the lineup and raised the barricade when the first SUV approached.

The dark windows of each car made it impossible for the onlookers to get a look at the newcomers.

Speculations began.

It wasn't until Tong Ming stepped down from the second SUV in an elegant British-tailored suit that the crowd judged how big this new neighbor was.

The well-versed in the world and high learning can see how much of an elite Tong Ming was. He must be a wealthy second-gen from Beijing.

"Welcome, Assistant Tong. Please allow us to register the present vehicles."

He's the assistant?

How much is the pay to be wearing millions on his back and wrist?

"Sure. Here are the information for my young master and the approved guest list." Tong Ming handed over the tablet for the team captain to scan. Chen Kai and Chen Yan's image and profile appeared on the captain's tablet, along with the entire Chen-Li team information.

The team captain felt his head getting colder when he glanced at the bodyguards' achievements.

What kind of prince are they guarding?

These men, casually driving armored Mercedes, Maybach, and Rolls-Royce, were all internationally and domestically trained militants.

He glanced at the Rolls-Royce.

Prince Li. The young patriarch of the Li Clan.

The team captain may be a layman, but he knew who now holds the country's defenses in their hands. He swallowed loudly and gave a stiff 90-degree bow to the Rolls-Royce.

Tong Ming saw this action and understood, but those around grew more curious about the newcomer.

The no-nonsense team captain is actually bowing to him? Who is he?

"I'll report to the higher-ups and have more of our people to be the second string while Prince Li is here," he said solemnly to Tong Ming.

"Thank You." Tong Ming returned to his vehicle.

When the door slammed shut, the team captain saluted the convoy, and his men followed without knowing the reason.

After the last Maybach left their sight, the solemn scene dispersed.

"Captain. Captain. Who was that?" One of the nosiest villa occupants came up to inquire. This woman's mouth can never hold a trade secret.

"A new owner from the capital." The captain's answer gave little or no information. Before she could ask again, the man took his team and entered the four-storey guard house a good distance away from the guard booth. It was clear they were avoiding her.

"Tsk. Stingy. This makes me more curious. Hmph."