Chapter 797: Blood Ties

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If we suspect foul play, then its best to let the enforcement team investigate thoroughly, Huangfu Ruiling said casually. If indeed any underhanded methods or harmful actions were used, they must be dealt with accordingly.

Ye Lengan nodded in agreement and added, While the Ye family is known for alchemy, its highly unlikely they possess pills with such effects. However, whether lives were endangered remains uncertain.

Acknowledging this, Huangfu Ruiling turned to Ye Lengan. Ill visit the enforcement team tomorrow, and the day after, well return to the mortal world.

Ye Lengan voiced no objections. She rose from her seat, stretched lazily, and replied, Thats fine. Ill stay here tomorrow to refine a batch of pills.

Despite the serene atmosphere, tensions brewed within the Ye family.

In the study room, Ye Yikun sat sternly, accompanied by Ye Hongxuan, Lian Mengzhu, and Ye Wanwan. Others, including members of the second branch, had been dismissed. Though filled with questions, they dared not speak under Ye Yikuns command.

Ye Yikun remained silent, and so did the rest, fearful to break the quietude. The study became eerily tranquil, almost unsettling.

After a while, Ye Yikun finally spoke, addressing Ye Hongxuan and Lian Mengzhu with a serious tone. What are your thoughts on Ye Lengan?

This question left Ye Hongxuan and Lian Mengzhu exchanging helpless glances. They hesitated to respond.

For them, answering was daunting. Their decisions were not their own; they lay with Ye Lengan.

Despite Ye Lengans presence, her reluctance to return was evident from her actions. Though biological, their relations.h.i.+p lacked nurture and years of bonding.

At the mention of Ye Lengan, Ye Wanwans gaze darkened, revealing a trace of resentment. She truly didnt want Ye Lengan to return to the Ye family. She understood deep down that although her parents stood by her side now because of her feigned vulnerability, if Ye Lengan were to return, it was uncertain whose side they would take.

In comparison, Ye Lengan had a significant advantage: the blood of the Ye family flowed within her veins. Therefore, if Ye Lengan were to come back, it would undoubtedly have a profound impact on her.

Unable to voice her concerns, Ye Wanwan remained silent, aware that her status forbade any input.

Observing their hesitance, Ye Yikuns expression soured, his tone growing impatient. Are you mute? Did you not hear my question?

We Ye Hongxuan began cautiously, Were not avoiding the question. Lengan seems resistant. Despite our efforts, she remains unmoved.

Shes your daughter, Ye Yikun reminded sharply, eyeing Ye Hongxuan and his wife. Do you intend to let her wander indefinitely? And do you truly wish to miss her wedding?

The implications struck Ye Hongxuan and Lian Mengzhu hard. The possibility was unsettling.

During Ye Lengans engagement to Huangfu Ruiling, they were not even invited, let alone considered as parents. They had to impose themselves.

Ye Yikuns unwavering gaze bore into Ye Hongxuan and Lian Mengzhu. Blood ties endure. Ye Lengan is your daughter. If you humble yourselves, she may relent.

Their resolve wavered under Ye Yikuns words.

Well try to mend things with Lengan and convince her to return, Ye Hongxuan promised.

Good. Ye Yikun nodded. Act swiftly. Rumors suggest the quality of the spirit stone mine is promising. If Lengan returns and fosters ties with the Huangfu family, it could benefit the Ye family.

Ye Yikuns words momentarily stunned both Ye Hongxuan and Lian Mengzhu. However, they werent overly surprised. They understood their fathers character well, so it was natural for them to realize that his urgent insistence on finding a way to bring Ye Lengan back was driven by potential gains.

Nevertheless, even if their father hadnt mentioned it, they genuinely wanted their biological daughter to return. Of course, they wouldnt overlook their adopted daughter, Wanwan. After all, they had raised her, and they would undoubtedly treat both daughters equally.

Pay heed to Lengan. Ye Yikun fixed his sharp gaze on Lian Mengzhu. And dont go soft on Lian Zixin and the Yan family!

Though addressed collectively, his words targeted Lian Mengzhu, the root cause of their predicament.

Years of leniency towards her sister, Lian Zixin, had led to this situation.

Lian Mengzhu shuddered, vowing, Rest a.s.sured, Father. I wont falter with Lian Zixin. Our ties are severed, and Ill never acknowledge her again.

Her words dripped with apprehension.