Chapter 395: Chapter 395

Neither side gave Liu Rui a chance, and when Liu Rui thought about Xiang Weilai’s situation, her heart felt like it was on fire. How could she be dissuaded by her mother’s warning? Especially when she saw Ye Ling happily talking to Grandma Li and bonding closely, it felt glaringly offensive.

"Sister Ye, you and Weilai are from the same school. Did you know about Weilai’s matter first?" Liu Rui couldn’t wait to jump up and accuse Ye Ling of how she could like someone else and even marry them after leaving Xiang Weilai.

She figured Ye Ling was attracted to Shen Bin being the son of a leader. Otherwise, who would marry someone older and divorced? Liu Rui felt she saw right through Ye Ling and despised her even more. Naturally, she started to challenge Ye Ling when she rejected her request.

Wu Mengyi stiffened, eyes tightly fixed on her daughter, signaling her not to act recklessly. Why did they come here today? Wasn’t it to see if Liu Family could help persuade Xiang Weilai back? But things hadn’t even started before Ye Ling disrupted their plans.

Liu Rui acted as if she hadn’t seen it and kept focus on Ye Ling.

Ye Zhenfen was also stunned, looking back and forth between Ye Ling and Liu Rui, not knowing what was happening, but she felt that the question was somewhat inappropriate.

Ye Ling had already spoken, "Look at what you’re saying. Yes, Xiang Weilai and I are from the same school, but he doesn’t tell me everything, nor have I ever heard of a school where you share all news with each other. You should ask your brother; your big brother is close to Xiang Weilai and also from the same school, always inseparable. Surely your brother knows better than any of us."

She then added, "There are differences between men and women, and we haven’t exchanged many words while at school."

Ye Zhenfen’s gaze towards Liu Rui turned more disapprovingly. This child seemed smart earlier, so how could she ask such a question now? Though harmless at first, upon deeper thought, one could mistakenly believe Ye Ling had something going on with Xiang Weilai.

"Indeed, everyone knows you’re worried about Weilai, but you can’t act without reason; otherwise, it becomes a joke. If your big brother doesn’t know despite being with Weilai all day, how would Ye Ling know?" Wu Mengyi’s heart was nearly at her throat, as she gently held her daughter’s hand firmly, almost crushing it, Liu Rui endured the pain, not daring to look at her mother.

"Aunt Liu speaks rightly, Liu Rui is indeed too concerned about Xiang Weilai, leading to this mistake. There are no outsiders here, so please don’t blame her." Ye Ling tactfully suggested that Wu Mengyi should educate Liu Rui properly.

Ye Ling shot a cold glance at Wu Mengyi, meeting Wu Mengyi’s eyes squarely. Wu Mengyi smiled apologetically and nodded at Ye Ling, seeming oblivious to the fleeting mockery from the corner of Ye Ling’s mouth. Ye Ling’s words thwarted Wu Mengyi’s attempts to move on from the incident, especially being at the Li Family.

Displeased inwardly, Wu Mengyi expressed disappointment to her daughter, "Xiao Rui, though Ye Ling doesn’t hold it against you, you are no longer a child. If it weren’t for Weilai’s sudden decision, your wedding would also be planned. But look at you, speaking like a child, compared to Ye Ling who’s only a year older than you, you’re far less poised."

"Don’t take children too seriously," Ye Zhenfen smiled on the side and soothed.

However, she disagreed with Wu Mengyi’s way of educating children. While seeming to scold her daughter, she subtly bragged about nearly having her daughter married off, as if saying Xiang Weilai couldn’t possibly be better than Shen Bin. Ye Zhenfen being unaware of the situation justified her thought process.

Wu Mengyi saw Ye Zhenfen was less enthusiastic than initially, knowing she couldn’t stay longer. Worried her daughter might say something more, she smiled and got up, seemingly lightly yet forcefully pulling her daughter up, "It’s getting late; I need to go home to cook. The two men at home are no good at cooking."

"Alright then, I won’t keep you longer." With dinner plans for two families and the earlier incident, Ye Zhenfen had no intention of keeping Liu Family mother and daughter.

She instructed the maid to see the guests out. Before Ye Zhenfen could inquire further, Shen Bin emerged from the study, having retreated there after introducing Liu Family’s mother and daughter. Seeing her son emerge only after they left made Ye Zhenfen increasingly puzzled.

"Are you not getting along with the Liu Family?" she asked her son.

"I don’t like their way of doing things."

Ye Zhenfen paused to think, "Is it about the Liu and Xiang Families’ marriage? I’ve heard some of it; when Xiang Family got into trouble, Liu Family helped out, but demanded a marriage alliance. You’d think after living in the same yard for so many years as superiors and subordinates, it’s controversial. But from a romantic perspective, Liu Family’s youngest daughter likes Xiang Family’s son. Seems reasonable." Thɪs chapter is updatᴇd by noⅴelfire.net

"You wouldn’t handle this the same way if it were about you," Shen Bin stated bluntly, but to Ye Ling watching from the side, he seemed adept at flattering his mother.

Otherwise, see, as soon as he finished speaking, Ye Zhenfen’s eyes squinted with a smile, "You’re right. Our family would never act ; there’s a clear line between gratitude and obligation."

Shen Bin’s words diverted Ye Zhenfen’s original question, making her forget to ask further. Ye Ling wasn’t aiming to hide anything, considering Wu Mengyi’s unpredictable actions, but since Shen Bin interrupted, she went along.

By evening, when Ye He Ping came over and Ye Ling was cooking with the maid in the kitchen, Shen Bin seized the chance to explain Ye Ling’s doubts.

"My mom has been in a prominent position for long. If Liu Family mentioned those things earlier, she hadn’t known about it, it would’ve been fine. But if she hears about your and Xiang Weilai’s situation now, she’ll surely be uncomfortable. So, it’s better to let it sit until it fades, then talk to her. It will be okay." Shen Bin kindly explained to Ye Ling.

Ye Ling, not being naive, understood Ye Zhenfen’s mentality. Like Shen Bin said, mentioning it now would surely irritate Ye Zhenfen, and Shen Bin’s now deliberate tactics were indeed for her benefit.

In any case, being liked by her mother-in-law is better than being disliked.

Ye Ling felt a warmth in her heart, "Then I’ll go with your suggestion."

After speaking, Ye Ling realized she was acting too much like a little woman, and that man Shen Bin felt like a wolf in sheep’s clothing. How did she become so meek around him? Ye Ling truly felt unaccustomed to this side of herself, couldn’t help but give him a charming glance, and turned back to cooking instead of paying him mind. (To be continued. If you work, you’re welcome to visit qidian.com to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please visit m.qidian.com for reading.)