Chapter 218: Shameless

Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations

w.a.n.g Yizhi and his parents stood halted at the threshold.

Why are you here? Leave this instant!

Without hesitation, w.a.n.g Yizhi retorted, Were here because we miss Xiaoyu.

Weve brought gifts to see her. You cant just deny our right to visit.

Noticing the spectators around, his parents chimed in, Since you took Xiaoyu away, we havent had a peaceful nights sleep. We implore you to let us meet her.

His mothers eyes welled up, tears smeared on her sleeves.

His irritation surged. He had never encountered such audacity.

Despite knowing their true intentions, they were using Xiaoyus absence as an excuse, claiming to miss her.

Had they genuinely yearned for her, they wouldnt have arrived so belatedly.

He was on the verge of shooing them away with a broom when Su Lan and Qin Zhenzhen emerged.

Su Lan intervened calmly. Allow them in.

She wouldnt obstruct their meeting with Xiaoyu.

Nothing else.

Seeing Su Lans agreement, w.a.n.g Yizhi felt a hidden relief. He believed that Su Lan could still be pushed around easily, as before.

His parents shared a similar sentiment, easing up and sensing that reconciliation might be achievable.

As they stepped into the courtyard, w.a.n.g Yizhi reached out to lift his daughter. Xiaoyu, let Daddy carry you. Ive brought all sorts of delicious treats for you

Yet, despite her proximity to her father, she remained cowering, her fear still palpable.

Not even delectable food could coax her out of her sh.e.l.l.

Su Ping derided w.a.n.g Yizhi, Your very own daughter treats you as though youre a ghost. You truly lack shame!

Flushed with embarra.s.sment, w.a.n.g Yizhi retorted, Who knows what youve been telling her!

Desiring to cradle Xiaoyu, w.a.n.g Yizhis mother attempted to do so, yet Xiaoyu clung to Su Lan, resisting her grandmothers touch.

Su Lan scooped up her daughter, comforting her, Fear not, Xiaoyu. This isnt the w.a.n.g family anymore, and you no longer bear the w.a.n.g surname. They wont dare harm you.

In a hushed tone, Xiaoyu questioned, Really?

Witnessing her nieces apprehension, Su Ping offered rea.s.surance, Absolutely! If anyone dares lay a finger on you, Second Uncle will step in. A shy smile curled behind w.a.n.g Yizhis back. Thanks, Second Uncle! Su Lan patted her daughters back, affirming, No need to be afraid.

Her resolve solidified she wanted nothing to do with the w.a.n.g family.

The w.a.n.gs were nothing but scoundrels.

Whenever their moods soured, they would vent their frustrations on Xiaoyu.

w.a.n.g Yizhis father, displaying more ac.u.men, refrained from attempting to carry Xiaoyu.

He arranged the snacks on the table, enticing her to come closer.

Xiaoyu, look, these are your favorites: sesame candy, pig field cake, dried sweet potatoes Come to grandpas side, and Ill save them for you to savor slowly.

Yet Xiaoyu shook her head, resolute. I already have everything. My Third Uncle and Third Aunt-in-law got them for me!

w.a.n.g Yizhi and his parents felt their embarra.s.sment keenly.

However, w.a.n.g Yizhi hadnt lost sight of their initial purpose for being there.

Suddenly, he cast an affectionate gaze upon Su Lan and advanced in her direction.

Su Lans astonishment was evident, a reflexive urge to retreat tugging at her. Yet, she reined in the impulse.

This was her domain, her sanctuary; there was no reason to fear w.a.n.g Yizhi.

w.a.n.g Yizhi was likely orchestrating a spectacle, attempting to sway her emotions.

Backing down would signify a victory for him, and that wasnt something she Intended to concede.

Observing the s.h.i.+ft in Su Lans expression, w.a.n.g Yizhi pondered the odds of his success..