Chapter 787: Schadenfreude

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Ye Lengan shot Huangfu Ruiling a disdainful glance. What are you saying? Im glad shes leaving! But she seems to have some sense, she can tell I dont care for her.

If she had any sense, she wouldnt have approached us earlier, Huangfu Ruiling remarked casually. From start to finish, we could have made it clear we didnt welcome her.

Upon hearing Huangfu Ruilings blunt words, Ye Lengan couldnt help but chuckle. Actually, Im curious. Isnt Murong Yumeng supposed to be the young lady of the Murong family? And isnt she from the main lineage? How come she doesnt have any trace of the pride typical in prominent families?

Huangfu Ruiling raised an eyebrow, indifferent. Probably because shes not valued within her family, she developed this kind of personality.

Not valued? Ye Lengan arched an eyebrow. But didnt you say shes the daughter of the younger brother of Master Murong? That should count for something! How can she be undervalued?

Its precisely because shes a daughter that shes undervalued, Huangfu Ruiling explained matter-of-factly. The Murong family favors sons over daughters. Her father doesnt pay much attention to her. But outsiders are oblivious to these family dynamics.

Ye Lengan nodded in understanding. No wonder she doesnt recognize you! And she seems unaware of our engagement!

During their engagement, representatives from the four major families were present. Even if she didnt attend, she should have heard about it. Yet, Murong Yumeng acted as if she knew nothing.

Or perhaps she did know but didnt care.

Huangfu Ruiling continued, Although Murong Yumeng is from the main lineage, her fathers lack of attention and her distant relations.h.i.+p with her mother have resulted in her low status within the Murong family. Shes unaware of many things.

Ye Lengan nodded again, devoid of sympathy. Despite Murong Yumengs lack of favor within her family, she still lived a luxurious life, unworthy of pity. Others struggled to eat; they were the ones deserving sympathy.

Lets finish eating and then go for a stroll, Ye Lengan suggested, changing the subject. There are quite a few mini-games that seem fun.

Sure, Huangfu Ruiling agreed, his eyes filled with affection as he looked at Ye Lengan.

Meanwhile, Zi Zhijie led Murong Yumeng back to their table, where the others were waiting for their meals.

Seeing them return disheartened, Xiao Xueqing couldnt help but gloat, her criticism directed at Murong Yumeng. I really dont understand what youre thinking. You know they dont like you, yet you insist on approaching them. Now youve bitten off more than you can chew!

She had always disliked Murong Yumeng. Although her Xiao family wasnt as powerful as the Murong family, she never sought to gain favors from Murong Yumeng. Her pride as an aristocratic young lady prevented her from stooping so low.

Her dislike for Murong Yumeng stemmed not just from Zi Zhijie but also from Murong Yumengs personality. Aristocratic young ladies had their pride, but Murong Yumeng appeared too accommodating, which Xiao Xueqing found repulsive.

As soon as Murong Yumeng heard Xiao Xueqings words, she immediately felt aggrieved. She quickly spoke up, Xueqing, I just

Before Murong Yumeng could defend herself, Zi Zhijie intervened, standing up for her. Xueqing, how could you say that? Yumeng meant well, but Ye Lengan is the one at fault. Criticizing Yumeng like this is uncalled for!

Hearing this, Xiao Xueqings expression soured. Her gaze turned fiercer as she looked at Murong Yumeng. What did I say wrong? I warned her not to disturb them, but she insisted. Now that shes facing backlash, why should I care? I didnt ask her to suffer.

Lets not dwell on the past, Zi Zhijie said, his tone tinged with disgust as he looked at Xiao Xueqing. Now that Yumeng is being mistreated, instead of consoling her, youre kicking her while shes down. Do you think your actions are justified?

Zi Zhijie had always thought Xiao Xueqing was just spoiled, but now he saw she couldnt differentiate right from wrong.

Xiao Xueqing felt like her heart was being torn as she was scrutinized by Zi Zhijie, the person she liked. She stood up, pointing at Murong Yumeng. Why do you always blame me? Just because I cant act as well as Murong Yumeng, you think everything I do is wrong?

Why drag Yumeng into our issues? Zi Zhijies impatience seeped into his tone. Youre not a child anymore. Why are you so immature?

Each accusation caused Xiao Xueqing, usually proud and aloof, to flush with embarra.s.sment.

Alright, Zhijie, thats enough, Cong Haodong intervened, seeing Xiao Xueqings distress. He pulled Zi Zhijie aside and said, Although Xueqings words are harsh, she means well.

Xueqing, Zhijies just overreacting. Dont take it to heart, Gu Lerong added, urging Xiao Xueqing to sit down. Were here to have fun, not to quarrel over trivial matters.

Seeing Xiao Xueqings reddened eyes, Zi Zhijie realized he had misspoken. Although he disliked Xiao Xueqing, he didnt want things to escalate.

So, he followed Cong Haodongs lead and stopped talking. As for Xiao Xueqing, despite her discomfort, she remained silent.