Chapter 845: Leaving Gracefully

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Under Ye Lengans scrutinizing gaze, Zhongyu Lingshan couldnt help but feel a hint of panic, but she quickly regained her composure. Directly meeting Ye Lengans eyes, she spoke calmly, Miss Ye, Im not sure what youre implying. Im simply concerned about my aunt. We share the same family name, and were relatives. Is it not permissible for me to speak up for my own kin?

Ye Lengan shrugged, neither confirming nor denying, You really dont need to be so anxious. What matters most is what you think. Others cant interfere with that.

Zhongyu Lingshan remained silent, but she couldnt shake off the feeling that her thoughts were laid bare before the other party.

Ye Lengan, its not your place to intervene, Zhongyu Liuying immediately stepped in to defend Zhongyu Lingshan. Shes my niece and has every right to speak. As a junior, how dare you utter such words? Do you have no respect for us?

She harbored no affection for Ye Lengan, her supposed future daughter-in-law. In fact, she found Ye Lengan more detestable than Zhong Yating. At least Zhong Yating, as a daughter-in-law, understood the need to please her in-laws. But Ye Lengan showed no respect in their presence. Sometimes, her demeanor was even more insolent than Huangfu Ruilings.

Was she even fit to be called a daughter-in-law? To them, she was nothing short of an enemy. If not for Huangfu Ruilings autocracy, Ye Lengan wouldnt have gained their recognition.

This was why when Zhongyu Lingshan approached her, she almost instantly agreed without hesitation.

While Ye Lengans att.i.tude had not been particularly pleasant before, this time, she was blatantly disrespectful. It was as though she had thrown their parental authority to the ground and trampled upon it.

So, Zhongyu Liuying didnt hesitate to rebuke Ye Lengan.

However, as soon as Zhongyu Liuying finished, she felt a chill emanating from the depths of her heart. She looked up to see Huangfu Ruilings icy gaze fixed upon her. It wasnt the gaze of a son towards his mother; it was more akin to that of someone looking at a corpse.

Instantly, Zhongyu Liuying felt her body stiffen, her breath becoming labored. A sinister chill enveloped her, inducing an unprecedented fear.

Mother, are you alright? Huangfu Ruixiang, sensing something amiss, reached out and tugged at Zhongyu Liuyings sleeve with concern. Do you feel unwell?

He sensed that something was off with his mother. She seemed tense, her breathing quickened, her face drained of color as if she had seen something terrifying.

Huangfu Ruixiangs voice snapped Zhongyu Liuying out of her fear-induced stupor. She breathed in deeply, feeling an eerie closeness to death upon encountering Huangfu Ruilings cold gaze.

It was the first time she realized that, in Huangfu Ruilings eyes, she didnt exist as a mother. Merely scolding Ye Lengan had brought forth Huangfu Ruilings murderous intent.

At that moment, she didnt know whether to be angry or saddened for herself.

Huangfu Jingzhang, unaware of Zhongyu Liuyings ordeal, noticed her pale complexion and asked, Whats wrong? Do you need a doctor?

He too was oblivious to Zhongyu Liuyings state. Just moments ago, she had been fervently reprimanding Ye Lengan, but now, she appeared pallid.

However, Huangfu Jingzhang thought this turn of events might work to their advantage. If Zhongyu Liuying truly felt unwell, it would provide an opportunity for Zhongyu Lingshan.

He harbored an intense aversion towards Ye Lengan now.

When they clashed with Huangfu Ruiling, Ye Lengan didnt mediate but instead exacerbated the situation. How could such behavior befit a daughter-in-law? She was nothing short of an enemy!

Im fine. Zhongyu Liuying shook her head, then clasped Huangfu Jingzhangs hand and murmured, Lets leave.

Upon hearing this, Huangfu Jingzhangs expression darkened. Regardless of Zhongyu Liuyings discomfort, he immediately reproached her in a hushed tone, Stop acting out.

Others were taken aback by Zhongyu Liuyings sudden change in demeanor.

Ye Lengan, however, shot a meaningful glance at Huangfu Ruiling before flas.h.i.+ng a cryptic smile

You should leave promptly, Huangfu Ruiling commanded, glancing towards the dining hall. Youve disrupted us enough. If theres nothing else, please leave.

Such a blatant dismissal was akin to trampling on their dignity. The atmosphere turned sour.

Zhongyu Lingshan stood up, gazing at Huangfu Ruiling with a cold demeanor. Since Master Huangfu has spoken, I wont disturb you any longer. However, Master Huangfu ought to improve your manners. Even in the Hidden World, the Huangfu family isnt the only prominent one. Therefore, such arrogance should be rectified.

As a young lady of a prestigious family, Zhongyu Lingshan made a calculated decision to take her leave promptly.

She knew that prolonging their stay would only leave a negative impression on Huangfu Ruiling. Hence, it was better to depart gracefully and leave an indelible mark. However, the method of departure was crucial.

Having said her piece, Zhongyu Lingshan glanced meaningfully at Huangfu Ruiling before turning on her heels and leaving.

Her departure was swift and decisive, devoid of hesitation or regret. It was as though her visit today was merely coincidental, and since the hosts werent welcoming, she could leave without further ado.

Zhongyu Lingshan was confident that she had left a lasting impression on Huangfu Ruiling. Little did she know that Huangfu Ruiling hadnt spared her a glance, let alone paid heed to her words.