Chapter 226: Chapter 226

Ye Ling really wanted to curse ’shameless.’

But after witnessing Shen Bin’s toughness, Ye Ling truly didn’t have the courage. She knew that Shen Bin wouldn’t really do anything to her, but being handled by Shen Bin like a little chick, her pride and self-respect couldn’t take it. It only made her feel that Shen Bin looked down on her even more.

Swallowing the words she was about to say, Ye Ling decided to talk to Shen Bin, "You should know about my family situation. After what happened today, I won’t go back to the compound. If you forcibly send me back, I can leave as soon as you turn around. Why bother doing something futile and thankless? You’re my dad’s appointed troubleshooter, but you should also consider my opinion. Forcing everything onto someone else won’t earn you gratitude."

Shen Bin grabbed his coat from behind and threw it onto Ye Ling without even looking, "Put it on."

Apparently, what she just said was like talking to thin air; Shen Bin didn’t take it seriously at all. Ye Ling crumpled the coat in her hands and threw it back, "I’m a germaphobe."

Shen Bin laughed, "Does your germophobia come and go with time?"

The person who never laughs looked worse when laughing. Ye Ling was startled by his smile, but Shen Bin’s mocking words quickly diverted her attention, "It’s really aimed at people."

Let’s see if that wouldn’t hit him where it hurts.

Seeing Shen Bin frown, Ye Ling suddenly felt pleased and continued, "Some people are just naturally annoying to me. Look at you, you’re supposedly a man, but you’re tangled in both directions, thinking about Ye Qian and dragging Bai Hehua along. No wonder Bai Hehua cried grabbing you that day. Did she discover your hidden thoughts? Tsk, tsk."

Ye Ling spoke triumphantly, hoping to anger Shen Bin, but he simply threw a few words back, "None of your business."

Ye Ling was at a loss for words, and directly retorted, "It’s indeed none of my business, but if you send me back to the compound now, I can make it my business. Do you believe I can expose your thoughts for everyone to know?"

"When you just spoke, everyone heard it, find a new trick." Shen Bin’s words in Ye Ling’s eyes clearly meant he didn’t care about the consequences.

Comparatively, her actions seemed more childish and ridiculous.

Indeed, at this moment, although Shen Bin’s face was cold, his eyes were clearly smiling, mocking her.

"Then tell me, what do you want?" Ye Ling felt led astray by this man again, so she asked directly.

Shen Bin raised an eyebrow, "That’s your home. After such a big event, you’re not returning? Have you considered how your father would handle the situation in the company if you don’t go back? People are watching. The company is currently promoting people; even a small incident can affect promotions. Think about it. If you still want to get out of the car, I’ll stop now."

Shen Bin felt he had controlled his temper well. If it were an employee under him, he’d have sent them for intense training ages ago. But facing this little girl whom he couldn’t hit or scold, Shen Bin truly had a headache.

Reminded by Shen Bin’s words, Ye Ling finally quieted down, sitting in the car silently. She wanted to say stop the car, but thinking of her father’s constant protection in the past, if he still treated her like before, she wouldn’t care about the impact on him. But it’s different now. She knew Shen Bin was right, even about the promotion.

In her past life, her father didn’t get promoted and retired to a secondary role. He always loved being a leader, spending half his life in the company, leaving like that must have made him regretful, right?

"Your father is currently out with a team. When he heard about your situation, he wanted to rush back. I told him I would take care of you. If you behave well this time, his promotion can be settled. Think about it yourself." Shen Bin applied more pressure.

Ye Ling knew his intention was to manipulate her into feeling guilty, to awaken her conscience, yet she couldn’t find any reason to refute. She had to admit that Shen Bin was very powerful, a single move hitting her weak point, leaving her with no strength to fight back.

Until they reached the compound, Ye Ling didn’t say a word. Watching Shen Bin exit the car first and wait outside, Ye Ling felt like her feet were weighed down. Only after Shen Bin finished a cigarette did she finally calm down enough to open the car door and get out.

"I’ll go in myself, you can leave now."

Shen Bin gave her a sideways glance, "I’ll walk you in."

"We’re already here, and you’ve said so much. Do you think I can still run?" Ye Ling suddenly burst with anger, but facing Shen Bin’s calm gaze, she deflated like a punctured balloon.

Under Shen Bin’s firmness, naturally it was Ye Ling who retreated and was sent back home. As soon as the door opened, Bai Xue cried, hugging Ye Ling, "My poor child, this life is over, how could such a thing happen."

Initially frozen in her mother’s arms, Ye Ling felt uncomfortable, especially seeing her mother so worried for her. She thought perhaps her mother had come to her senses, but upon hearing these words, her cold heart immediately cleared again. Follow current novᴇls on NovєlFіre.net

How big a grudge is it to conclude guilt over something that hasn’t become a reality? How could she ever find a partner in the future? How would she get married?

"Sister-in-law, nothing serious happened. It was just those kids in the compound witnessing something. They were the ones who got hurt and are now in the hospital. I brought Ye Ling back, so you don’t have to worry." Shen Bin frowned upon hearing this.

Ye Qian stood inside the door, speaking up, "Mom, Minister Shen said that sister is fine, stop crying. As soon as you heard about this, you kept crying. Now that it’s resolved, sister is alright."

Meanwhile, she looked at Shen Bin, "Minister Shen, thank you."

With a sweet and kind smile, Ye Ling’s miserable state couldn’t compare to this current Ye Qian.

Shen Bin merely nodded slightly, "I’ve brought her back. I’ll report the situation to Minister Ye as well."

"Oh, how troublesome for you." Bai Xue also lifted her head. Ye Ling had long withdrawn from her arms. Bai Xue didn’t mind, but worriedly said, "Also please report to the chief that Ye Ling is fine. Sorry for troubling the troops this time."

"It’s good that she’s fine considering the scale of the issue. Nothing else matters." Shen Bin discreetly reminded Bai Xue that Minister Ye was aware of the situation, advising her not to be hard on Ye Ling.

Seeing Bai Xue understood, Shen Bin didn’t linger, nodded, and turned to leave. (To be continued. If you work, please vote and support at Qidian (qidian.com). Your support is my biggest motivation. Mobile users, please visit m.qidian.com to read.)