Chapter 29 Misunderstanding

  Xue's smile paused for a moment before she said: "As it happens, I also have something to discuss with the master."

  Ye Chengli was thinking about how to speak up, and upon hearing Xue say this, he was somewhat taken aback: "Oh? What is it that you want to say?"

  "It's Lan Jie's business." Xue Shi observed Ye Chengli's expression without making a sound, and seeing his slightly gloomy face, she had an even stronger idea to take the initiative.

  If she let Ye Chengli say it out loud, she would be too passive, and it's better to take the initiative.

  "Lan Jie just came by. This girl is really stubborn, her body hasn't recovered yet, but she insisted on rushing back to the capital. After a few more days of traveling and exhaustion, her body can't take it." Xue Shi sighed and said, "It seems like this, she needs to rest well for a while."

  Ye Chengli was taken aback at first, but quickly regained his composure.

  What's wrong with her body is just an excuse Ye Qinglan made up to stay behind! This girl, she really intends to stay...

  Xue Shi said, "After tomorrow's birthday banquet, I'll invite a doctor to take a good look at Lan and prescribe some nourishing medicine for her body. However, this means that Lan won't be able to return to Zhengzhou with us. I was thinking of selecting a few reliable people to stay by Lan's side and serve her. And I'll ask Mother and Eldest Sister-in-law to take extra care of Lan. Once she recovers, it won't be too late to send someone to escort her back to Zhengzhou. What does Master think?"

  Ye Chengli originally had a lot to say, but at this moment, he couldn't utter a single word.

  Looking at Xue's attitude, he was eager for Lan'er to stay.

  Xue's so heartless and ruthless, Lanzhen must have suffered a lot of grievances. No wonder she refused to follow him back to Zhengzhou and insisted on staying behind.

  At this thought, a cold glint flashed across Ye Chengli's eyes.

  Xue said a lot, but didn't get any response. She felt quite strange in her heart. If she knew what Ye Chengli was thinking at this moment, she would be so angry that she would vomit blood.

  "Master," Xue's voice was cautious as she ventured: "If you think it's not suitable to leave Lan alone, I'll stay behind and take care of her too."

  When it comes to the word "care", a little resentment slipped out unintentionally.

  Ye Chengli's eyes flashed, and he finally opened his mouth to say: "No need, just do as you said before!" Ye Chengli was still somewhat hesitant, but seeing Xue Shi's attitude, he quickly made a decision.

  Perhaps it would be better for Lan'er to stay in Beijing.

  Xue Shi slightly let out a breath, but her heart was still uneasy. She casually asked: "By the way, didn't Master say he had something to discuss with me? What is it?"

  "What I want to say is exactly this matter." Ye Chengli said lightly: "Since you already have an arrangement, it would save me the trouble of speaking again."

  Ye Chenglei's attitude was unexpectedly indifferent.

  Xue's heart was secretly puzzled, but he didn't dare to ask further. He casually chatted for a few sentences before finally asking the most crucial question: "Old Master, besides saying that she wasn't feeling well, did Lanzhi say anything else in front of you?" For example, did she mention Ye Yuanzhou or something?

  Ye Chengli misunderstood her meaning and his eyes turned cold. Xue Shi was worried that Lan Er would report to him about her, right?

  Xue was made uneasy by Ye Chengli's cold gaze, and she forced a smile, saying: "I'll just ask casually, if it's inconvenient for Master to say, I won't ask."

  Little did he know, this display was seen by Ye Chengli as a desperate attempt to cover up.

  Ye Chengli's face was not pleasant, but he didn't say anything. He just said lightly: "We have to get up early tomorrow, let's go to bed earlier!" As he spoke, he turned around and wanted to leave.

  Xue hesitated: "Master, it's so late, are you still going out?" Tonight Ye Chengli should stay in her room, and tomorrow it will be convenient to get up early together to celebrate Grandpa's birthday.

  Ye Chengli's face didn't show much expression: "I'll go sit with Lü Qiǎo for a bit, you don't need to wait for me."

  Lu Qiao was actually the concubine that Xue's family voluntarily gave to Ye Chengli after Bi Rong died. She had exceptional beauty and was skilled in singing and dancing, and she was very favored by Ye Chengli on a daily basis.

  Xue's smile was somewhat stiff, and she stared blankly as Ye Chengli walked away, her heart filled with suppressed anger.

  Hong Yu, emboldened by the fact that she had often pleased Mrs. Xue, stepped forward and advised: "Madam, it's getting late, why not go back to your room and rest? Master will definitely not be returning this time..."

  Xue was already furious, and upon hearing these words, it was like adding fuel to the fire. Without thinking, he waved his hand.

  With a crisp "slap" sound, Hongyu's face already had five fiery finger prints.

  "What a big nerve!" Xue's face turned iron-green, her eyes almost spewing fire: "How dare you gossip about Master's affairs! If you dare to speak out of turn again, get out immediately."

  Hong Yu covered her face, tears swirling in her eyes, but she didn't dare let them fall, nor did she dare make another sound.

  It's also Hongyu's bad luck. If it were any other time, Xue Shi would not have reacted so strongly. But tonight, one thing after another has been going wrong, and it's only natural that Xue Shi is taking out her frustrations on someone.

  Xue vented her anger and her emotions finally calmed down a bit, quickly thinking through today's events in her mind, her face growing increasingly gloomy.

  Although some details are still unclear, she somehow felt that she had been played.

  That seemingly obedient and docile girl is not a thrifty lamp at all. Her former introversion and weakness were just a smokescreen. It's laughable that I misjudged her, and these years have passed without thoroughly eliminating this scourge.

  Well, since she wants to stay, let her stay then. As for what happens in the mansion later on, it has nothing to do with me...

  Xue's eyes flashed with a hint of cruelty as he let out a cold laugh.

  Hong Yu's heart skipped a beat as she quickly lowered her head. Every time the mistress made such an expression, it meant someone was in trouble again. Heaven forbid, that unlucky person better not be herself.

  At this time, Ye Qinglan had already finished her bath and was sitting leisurely in a chair.

  Rui Xue was busy using a clean towel to dry her hair, while Zhou Mama carefully prepared the clothes she would wear the next day. Gui Yuan held a steaming hot night snack and occasionally scooped a spoonful into Ye Qinglan's mouth.

  It's too decadent! Ye Qinglan sighed happily.

  It would be even more perfect if there was some music or something like that.

  Zhou's mother walked over with a worried look on her face. Ye Qinglan casually asked: "What's wrong?"

  Mrs. Zhou sighed: "The new clothes that the young lady will wear tomorrow are already ready, but there aren't any decent accessories to go with them!" On the surface, Mrs. Xue didn't treat her own master poorly. Each season's new clothes were not lacking, at most the quality and style were slightly inferior.

  The valuable hairpin accessories, Ye Qinglan had a lot fewer than Ye Qingfu.

  Today there is only one update, but starting from tomorrow, Xiaoyuan will be updated twice a day ~ Such diligent and lovely author, shouldn't everyone support more? o(n_n)o~ This month's new book list is particularly cruel, this book has been hovering between 15th to 20th place. Next week is the last week to rush for the new book list, hoping everyone will vote for Xiaoyuan to support rushing up the chart ~ Thank you!