Chapter 449: Mrs. Rong Sr.s Arrival

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

I was thinking of getting him a little charm for good luck, Rong Qi said, her voice laced with nonchalance.

Really now, you care about such things? Ling Mozi sneered disdainfully.

Rong Qi chose not to respond.

After a moment, Ling Mozi stood and retrieved a red string from a central cabinet. This red string has been blessed by the light of Buddha for years. You can braid it and have him wear it. h.e.l.l, you could even snip a lock of your hair and place it inside.

Carefully, Rong Qi took the red string from Ling Mozi and started braiding it without a word. Her movements were delicate and efficient.

Youre not putting your hair inside? Isnt that meant to symbolize love? Isnt that what you young folks are into? Ling Mozi queried, scrutinizing her.

Im not a fan, Rong Qi replied without looking up.

A lock of hair for a piece of soul; young girls often snipped their hair to make such red string charms for their beloved. Yet the implied meaning was heavy: If you betray me, youll be d.a.m.ned for eternity.

Rong Qi was here to pray for Ye Nanshens well-being, not to curse their love. Just as she was finis.h.i.+ng the charm, a young monks voice echoed from outside, Master Zenith, your appointment from last week has arrived.

Ill take my leave, then. Ill visit you some other time, Rong Qi said as she completed the braid.

Shoo, go on, get! Who asked you to come? Cant you see Im busy? Ling Mozi retorted, puckering his lips.

Standing, Rong Qi smoothed out her clothes and flashed a grin, Dont worry, Ill make time for you. Youre getting old, so take care of yourself. Call me if you need anything. My number hasnt changed.

After that, Rong Qi walked out, leaving Ling Mozi to fix his robes and resume his solemn facade before following her out.

Rong Qi took her red string, made a donation at the merit box, and left the mountain. She hailed a taxi and headed straight to Clearcreek Mansion. As she arrived, she noticed Mrs. Hong approaching. Leaning in, Mrs. Hong whispered, Maam, Mrs. Rong, your sister, and your grandmother have arrived. Theyre waiting in the living room.

A flicker of scorn crossed Rong Qis eyes. She said, Ill go see for myself.

Yes, maam. Mrs. Hong nodded.

In the living room, three people were seated on the luxurious sofas, inspecting the surroundings. Upon Rong Qis entrance, their faces temporarily hid the awe, but the blend of envy and contempt couldnt be concealed. w.a.n.g Qing was practically seething.

So, this is the opulent life that Rong Qi had been living all along! Is this a villa or a palace? Every artifact and piece of furniture screamed of extravagance. Id heard of the mansion from Feiyu, but seeing it first-hand, it was even grander than Id imagined! w.a.n.g Qing thought to herself.

It irked w.a.n.g Qing to no end that this life shouldve been Rong Feiyus. Barely masking her irritation with a forced smile, w.a.n.g Qing greeted her, Little Qi, your grandmother wanted to see where you live, so we decided to pay a visit.

Rong Qi arched an eyebrow, her voice dripping with irony, Oh, is that so?

Just how did they go from brandis.h.i.+ng swords at the hospital one moment to cheekily inviting themselves over the next? Rong Qi thought to herself.

Settling into a sofa with an air of detachment, Rong Qi crossed her legs and eyed the trio, So, yall had a look-see. Anything else?

You

Sister, how could you talk to Grandma like that? Shes our elder, for goodness sake. Your tone makes it sound like youre not welcoming her. If word gets back to Mr. Ye, he might think youre disrespectful and ungrateful, and thatll tarnish the Rong family name..