Chapter 398: Chapter 398
Yin Xian never expected so many people from Wang Mei’s family to show up. The two of them had agreed beforehand to only invite immediate family and close relatives, have a quiet meal, and just make their engagement official.
After all, he’d barely been divorced for long, and the whole affair had been quite sensational. If their engagement was too high-profile now, it would definitely leave a bad impression!
But the scene here was completely beyond his expectations. However, what was done was done; with everyone already seated, he couldn’t bring it up anymore.
He felt deeply uncomfortable about it. Part of the reason he’d decided to get engaged so quickly was Ye Duowei. Since that slap, Wang Mei always seemed downcast, which made Yin Xian feel guilty and want to appease her. That led to today’s engagement.
But in the last few days, Yin Xian had been feeling exhausted. Xiao Xuan had finally returned from being away, and for some reason couldn’t stand Wang Mei, picking fights with her at every turn.
He was frustrated to his limit and privately regretting that the engagement decision felt a bit rash.
On top of that, seeing the attitudes of Wang Mei’s relatives today, he found himself disliking them intensely.
Each one not only flattered him profusely but also tried to cozy up to him.
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Wang Mei had some tact and noticed the displeasure lingering in Yin Xian’s eyes. She quickly pulled him away to join Mrs. Yin’s table.
She immediately went to find Father Wang and Mrs. Wang, who were busy entertaining their relatives, and brought them over to join.
If Li Si were here, she’d immediately recognize that Wang Mei’s parents were unmistakably the same overweight woman and ’Old Wang’ who had beaten up Zhou Rou!
Good heavens! What a small world!
Father Wang was immensely pleased that his daughter had managed to find a son-in-law as capable as Yin Xian.
Not to mention the Yin Family’s social standing, but just Yin Xian himself, he thought the young man was truly exceptional.
Far better than anyone Wang Mei had dated before.
So what if he had been divorced once? In his eyes, Yin Xian was still a prized catch, like a treasure hard to find even with a lantern in broad daylight!
So, he treated today’s engagement with great importance. Wang Mei had mentioned Yin Xian’s preference for simplicity, suggesting they keep the event low-key.
They would throw a grand wedding later.
Unfortunately, Mrs. Wang didn’t agree. She felt that given their family’s situation, being able to form an alliance with such a good family was a testament to their capability. Why not use this opportunity to let everyone know?
Who knows when the wedding would happen later? Better not to regret missed chances!
Wang Mei had tried convincing her, but Mrs. Wang outwardly agreed while secretly spreading the word to everyone she wanted to invite!
Especially those who used to mock her for marrying poorly — she informed all of them, making sure they had a good view. Let them see for themselves: her daughter had succeeded!
But Mrs. Wang also had some selfish reasons. She worried that if this engagement were too quiet and nobody knew about it, what if Yin Family pulled some trick someday and decided not to marry her daughter?
At least, with today’s event recorded thoroughly — she’d even hired someone to handle video documentation and MC duties — they wouldn’t dare deny it.
Mrs. Wang grinned so widely her teeth were visible, and her already chubby face compressed her features so much that her eyes were nearly hidden.
"In-laws! I’m really overjoyed today! If I’ve offended in any way, please don’t take it to heart!"
Mrs. Wang settled in, affectionately clinging onto Mrs. Yin’s arm, which made Mrs. Yin instinctively furrow her brows.
Why was she doing this? Were they close enough for such proximity?
And with her dress so brightly colored — did she not realize it accentuated her size?
"It’s nothing. An engagement is, after all, a joyful occasion!" Mrs. Yin replied blandly.
If she’d known this was how today would turn out, she would’ve found an excuse not to attend.
What kind of people were these? Fortunately, they’d had the foresight to only bring a few Yin Family members; otherwise, if relatives and friends had witnessed this, it’d have been embarrassing!
Not to mention the gossip behind their backs would be merciless.
Mrs. Wang, hearing this reply, was even more thrilled and enthusiastically engaged Mrs. Yin in conversation: "In-laws! You truly understand me! I’m honestly so happy! Let’s be real, it’s not boasting, but my daughter? She’s the kind every family wants! I can’t keep her around forever; the longer she stays, the more tension it creates!
In the future, when she’s married into your family, if she behaves improperly, feel free to scold her or discipline her! Treat her as your own daughter — I’ll never step in to defend her!"
Mrs. Yin shifted back slightly. Mrs. Wang’s words, delivered with liberal spit sprays, made her feel disgusted.
And what did she mean by those remarks? Was Mrs. Yin supposed to be an uncivilized person who would resort to physical and verbal abuses? What exactly was she looking for in a daughter-in-law — a servant?
Father Wang, meanwhile, was enthusiastically chatting with Father Yin, but Father Yin remained mostly silent, with nothing to say.
Wang Mei noticed Mrs. Yin’s displeasure and quickly tugged her mother away. "Mom! What are you saying? What kind of person do you think my aunt is? Right, Mom, shouldn’t we get started? Will you go take a look?"
"Old Wang! Go check!" Mrs. Wang shouted at Father Wang, oblivious to the fact she was trying to bond with the in-laws.
What could he even discuss with them? Useless man!
Father Wang immediately stood up, laughing awkwardly, only to be stopped by Wang Mei: "Dad! You stay here and chat with Uncle! Let Mom go instead. She’s the one who arranged the MC!"
She threw Father Wang a meaningful look as she finished speaking.
Father Wang obediently sat back down, unaware of the contempt flashing in Father Yin’s eyes.
What kind of man was this, so submissive and blindly obedient to his wife? How pathetic could he be?
And then there was Mrs. Wang, behaving like a battleaxe. Father Yin sighed internally — what had happened to his son? How could he have ended up with such a family?
"Ah! Right! I’ll go! In-laws, why don’t you relax for now? I’ll head over to take care of things!"
Mrs. Wang caught the hint in her daughter’s look, realizing her earlier triumph had crossed the line and upset people. Quickly, she grabbed an excuse to go check on the MC.
Wang Mei sat next to Mrs. Yin, explaining, "Aunt, please don’t be mad! My mom’s just blunt and says whatever crosses her mind!"
She genuinely worried that Mrs. Yin might develop a distaste for their family — their relationship already lacked warmth, and she feared it would worsen.
Mrs. Yin remained calm, responding indifferently: "It’s easier to deal with people like her. Don’t worry, I haven’t overthought it."
Wang Mei was taken aback. Why did Mrs. Yin’s words feel loaded? It left an uncomfortable impression.
Still, she didn’t want the mood to sour, so she smiled and asked, "Where did Sister Qi and Xiao Xuan go? I haven’t seen them for a while. What about Beibei?"
Wang Mei realized it had been some time since she last saw the three of them. She genuinely liked Beibei — knowing what she did about Ye Duowei, she sometimes wondered whether Ye Duowei was simply brain-dead. What business was it of hers that the sister-in-law returned home for a few days after her divorce?
Yet Ye Duowei went as far as bullying the child behind everyone’s backs, saying such terrible things!
No wonder Beibei now looked terrified of her, pale-faced at the mere suggestion of calling her ’aunt.’
Clearly, the child had been traumatized.
She deserved to be hit by Yin Qi — if it were her own child being bullied that way, her retaliation might’ve been even harsher than Yin Qi’s. She couldn’t stand people like Ye Duowei!
But thinking about how she’d orchestrated things to make Ye Duowei suffer quietly brought a faint smile to Wang Mei’s lips. Dare to slap her? She made sure to get her revenge doubled! Ye Duowei was probably crying in some corner now, clueless that this had been her doing!
"Your Sister Qi took the child to the restroom," Mrs. Yin replied absentmindedly; she too wanted to step out for some air. (To be continued. If you enjoyed this work, please visit Qidian (qidian.com) to cast recommendation or monthly votes. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users can visit m.qidian.com to read.)