Chapter 826: Sacrificial Ceremony

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Ive already advised him, but he disagreed. What else can I do? Zhongyu Liuying looked at Nangong Xiyu and replied, If you think its inappropriate, then you should personally call and persuade him!

She felt she had done enough. Initially, Huangfu Ruiling didnt even plan to attend the sacrifice, but it was only after her persuasion that he agreed. Nangong Xiyu was merely observing from the sidelines, so she had no right to criticize!

Hearing Zhongyu Liuyings suggestion to make a call, Nangong Xiyus eyes betrayed a hint of unease. Then she said, Isnt Ruiling your son? Werent you just swearing that there wouldnt be any lingering grudges between you as mother and son? If thats the case, then its only natural for you as his mother to make the call.

I already made the call, and he agreed to attend the ceremony, didnt he? Zhongyu Liuying sneered and said, As for the rest, if you have objections, you can call yourself. After all, Ive already made one call, so its your turn!

Zhongyu Liuyings words left Nangong Xiyu speechless. She didnt know how to respond and chose to remain silent.

On the other side, after Huangfu Ruiling hung up the phone, he saw Ye Lengan staring at him. Is something wrong?

No, I just wanted to ask about the sacrifice you mentioned Ye Lengan was curious, And when will it be held?

She had heard Huangfu Ruilings words and knew she had to attend the ceremony. But what was it exactly? Why hadnt she heard of it before?

Every year before the New Year, the Huangfu family holds a grand sacrificial ceremony, Huangfu Ruiling explained. Not only us, but the other three major families also hold similar ceremonies. Since were engaged, youll accompany me to this one.

It was an opportunity for the Huangfu family to meet their future matriarch.

Ye Lengan nodded. Suddenly, as if realizing something, she said, Wait a minute! Last year, before the New Year, didnt you go overseas with me? So you didnt attend last years ceremony, right? Or did you leave after the ceremony?

Huangfu Ruiling smiled and shook his head. I didnt attend last year.

So youre not obligated to attend! Ye Lengan raised an eyebrow. Then it seems youre not that important!

I wasnt the head of the family last year! Huangfu Ruiling smiled. So whether I attended or not didnt matter to them.

Ye Lengan nodded in understanding.

Upon receiving the news that Huangfu Ruiling would attend the sacrificial ceremony, Zhongyu Liuying and Nangong Xiyu immediately got busy.

The sacrificial ceremony before the New Year was crucial for a large family, so there couldnt be any mistakes.

At this moment, Zhongyu Liuying and Nangong Xiyu temporarily put aside their conflicts and began preparing together to avoid any issues.

With the New Year fast approaching, the sacrificial ceremony was scheduled for the 29th day of the year.

Early in the morning, Zhongyu Liuying and Nangong Xiyu got busy.

The Huangfu family was large, and not everyone from the collateral branches could attend. Therefore, only direct descendants and some important collateral relatives could attend.

Attending this annual sacrificial ceremony was a great honor for everyone. Therefore, they arrived early at the ancestral mansion, awaiting the start of the ceremony. Even Huangfu Ruixiang, who usually kept to himself, returned to the mortal world with his wife Zhong Yating a few days ago. Early in the morning, they were already here. Only the family head, Huangfu Ruiling, hadnt shown up yet.

But what caught everyones attention was the presence of Li Yiran, who had no official status. With a proud expression, she occasionally threw provocative glances at Zhong Yating.

Facing Li Yirans provocation, Zhong Yating was furious but managed to contain her anger.

She hadnt expected Li Yiran to dare show up at such an important event. Politely, Li Yiran was Huangfu Ruixiangs concubine, but bluntly, she was just a mistress kept outside.

If it werent for the public setting, Zhong Yating would have wanted to confront Li Yiran.

Li Yirans presence made her the subject of gossip. She could feel the probing gazes of others on her.

Huangfu Ruixiangs recent wedding and the drama surrounding it were still fresh in everyones minds.

Today, at the Huangfu familys annual major sacrificial ceremony, both Huangfu Ruixiangs official wife, Zhong Yating, and his rumored sons mother, Li Yiran, were present.

No matter how one looked at it, it was odd.

Many thought Huangfu Ruixiangs decision today was inappropriate. Normally, only the official wife should attend such a grand occasion.

Regardless of Li Yirans favor or the fact she bore Huangfu Ruixiangs only son, to others, she was just a mistress who couldnt be acknowledged publicly.

Huangfu Ruixiang noticed the curious looks directed at him from time to time. He hadnt intended for Li Yiran to attend such an event today.

But his mother insisted, even wanting Li Yirans child added to the family tree. He couldnt argue and had to agree.

Now, facing those stares, he regretted his decision.

On the other hand, Li Yiran didnt feel out of place at all. In fact, she felt proud when she received strange looks from others.

Being able to attend the sacrificial ceremony today meant her ident.i.ty was publicly acknowledged. Even without a marriage certificate, she could stand by Huangfu Ruixiangs side openly.