Chapter 34: The Diamond Necklace from Grandma

"You, you, you..."

This little rascal, deliberately pushing him into the fire!

Meanwhile, Ou Yan's gaze shifted, her lips curling lightly, "There's no need to add more medicine. Just no more alcohol in the future."

"Yes, yes, yes," Mr. Si nodded, "Yan Yan is right."

Old Wen also nodded repeatedly, "Young Madam, I will definitely take good care of the old master from now on."

"..." Ou Yan helplessly corrected, "Just call me Ou Yan."

"No, no, no, how could this lowly one dare to address the Young Madam directly by name?"

Si Yechen's lips curled slightly, changing the subject, "If you and Grandpa collaborate like this, can Grandpa drink alcohol in the future?"

"I promise never to do it again in the future!"

"Oh, by the way!"

Mr. Si suddenly remembered something, taking out a delicate wooden box, opening it to reveal a beautiful crown necklace.

"This is from Ah Chen's grandmother, one of her favorite items from her dowry... She said that if one day, Ah Chen voluntarily brings a girl to meet the family, this thing must be given to her."

The crown was made up of 999 top-grade diamonds, exuding extreme luxury.

Ou Yan knew that this necklace had caused a sensation worldwide back then because it used top-grade diamonds and was designed by top designers. In that era, such a necklace cost three billion! Now, it was worth much more.

"I can't accept such a precious gift..."

As Ou Yan tried to decline, she heard Mr. Si say, "This is a gift from Ah Chen's grandmother to his grandaughter-in-law. You must accept it! If she were here, she would definitely put it on you herself..."

Speaking of his wife, Mr. Si suddenly felt sad.

Ou Yan noticed the dimming light in his eyes and couldn't help but turn to look at Si Yechen.

Si Yechen explained calmly, "A few years ago, Grandma had a car accident and is now in a vegetative state."

Although she hadn't died, she was no different from a dead person.

She couldn't move, couldn't speak, and had no sense of pain...

Although they had consulted numerous famous doctors, none of them could help Grandma.

"Ah Chen, help Yan Yan put it on."

Seeing Ou Yan unwilling to accept, Mr. Si handed the gift box to Si Yechen, murmuring, "Grandpa doesn't know how many days he has left, whether he can see you get married... Several times, Grandpa felt he couldn't make it, but thinking of your Grandma..."

Ou Yan heard this and felt somewhat touched.

"Alright, let's not talk about these things today that Young Madam is here," Old Wen feared that Mr. Si would become too sad, exacerbating his condition.

"Yes, yes, Yan Yan is here, let's not talk about these things!" Mr. Si put on a smile again.

"Here, let me help you put it on." Si Yechen's slender fingers took out the necklace, leaning closer to Ou Yan.

Ou Yan could smell his fresh breath. She wanted to refuse, but seeing the expectant look in the old man's eyes and remembering what he had said earlier, she couldn't bear to refuse.

"It looks very nice." Si Yechen's gaze traced the girl's features. Her appearance was exquisite, her eyes bright and clear. The beautiful and delicate crown on her slender, fair neck seemed tailor-made for her.

"It suits you very well." Si Yechen's eyebrows lifted slightly, his eyes gentle.

"If only Grandma could see this scene."

Hearing Mr. Si's words, Si Yechen's lips curled slightly, "Next time Yan Yan is free, I'll take her to see Grandma."

Ou Yan: ?????

"Good, good, good, that's great!" Mr. Si couldn't be happier. "When the time comes, we'll go together! Yan Yan, how many more days do you think Grandpa can leave the hospital?"

Ou Yan replied, "If the situation stabilizes, three more days."

"Then, will you come to pick me up when the time comes? Let's go see Grandma together!"

Ou Yan thought for a moment, "Sure."

Going to see Grandma's condition at that time might be helpful.

Hearing the little girl's agreement, Mr. Si's mood improved a lot. He chatted for a while before leaving. As he was leaving, Ou Yan took out a delicate bottle from her pocket.

"Grandpa, this is for you."

Mr. Si didn't expect to receive another gift, happily taking it and eagerly asking, "What is this?"

"Little sweet pills, take one per month, eat for half a year, and it will keep you healthy and live to be a hundred."

"Hahaha, is there such a good thing in the world? It must be expensive, right? Yan Yan, where did you get this precious thing?"

Master Si didn't expect his granddaughter-in-law to be so thoughtful. At his age, he had everything he needed, except for his health...

He most wanted to live a long life now!

He didn't expect Yan Yan to know what he cared about the most!

"I can take one now, right?" Master Si eagerly opened it, intending to pour out one pill, but in his excitement, he poured out many in his palm.

Qing Mu glanced at the "longevity" pattern on the pill and almost couldn't believe it. Wasn't this the sensational "Longevity Pill" that caused a stir at the auction? It's said that taking one can strengthen the body, prolong life, and only a few are auctioned every three to five months...

One pill costs five million...

The key is, how could Ou Yan have so many of them?

Looking at the quantity, Ou Yan must have bought them for at least ten years...

But Ou Yan doesn't need this thing at her age...

How could she spend so much money on these useless pills? Always carrying them around?

Unless...

Did she make all these pills herself?!

So she has as many as she needs!

Realizing this possibility, Qing Mu couldn't help but look at Si Yechen in disbelief. Si Yechen obviously recognized the origin of these pills too, his eyes deepening.

It seems that the little girl is most likely the famous "Medicine God" in the industry - "Ms. Yan".

A lot of the popular medicines at auctions should come from her...

This also explains why she appeared near the Hoz Church on that day.

Because that day, she also went to the auction.

Thinking of this, Si Yechen's lips curled slightly. He didn't expect the little girl to have so many identities, one after another, surprising people.

"Grandpa, you hit the jackpot!" Qing Mu couldn't help but imply something.

"It's really something." Mr. Si tasted one pill, "It's quite sweet, I've hit the jackpot! It's so nice of my precious granddaughter-in-law to give so many at once! Yan Yan, will there be any side effects if I take one every day?"

Qingmu: "Don't..."

Si Yechen: "No."

Master Si looked at them both in confusion, "Why?"

Qingmu hesitated to speak.

 Such expensive little pills, one per day, would be too wasteful...

Si Yechen added subtly, "Yan Yan said you can only take one per month."

"Alright..."

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Chapter 33: Grandpa Is Very Satisfied with His Daughter-in-law

Inside the hospital room...

Mr. Si eagerly awaited, hoping to catch a glimpse of two figures he had longed to see.

"Grandpa, Yan Yan and I are here to see you," Si Yechen's voice rang out, clear and crisp.

But the old man's gaze didn't linger for a second on his own grandson; it was completely glued to the young girl!

"The girl who saved me twice, is it you?" Master Si didn't expect this girl to be so delicately beautiful. During the two previous life-threatening incidents, he hadn't paid much attention, but now he noticed her exquisite beauty and a naturally cold charm, which made her outstanding.

One could only say that Ah Chen was incredibly lucky!

"Hello, Grandpa Si," Ou Yan greeted politely as soon as she entered the room.

Her demeanor was graceful, her features lively. Although her icy aura had softened considerably in front of the old man, her ethereal aura still set her apart.

"Silly child, why call me Grandpa Si, so formal? We are family, just call me Grandpa!" Mr. Si was immensely satisfied with her, beaming as he said, "You are Ah Chen's fiancée, so naturally, you can call me Grandpa just like him!"

Ou Yan: ...

She and Si Yechen were at most acquaintances; they weren't even close to being engaged.

"I heard from Qing Mu that you are the lost kin of the Li family. The day you were supposed to return to the Li family, you saved me... Yesterday, after I drank that soup, I ended up in the operating room, and you brought me back from the brink of death! Counting, you've saved me twice."

What a wonderful fate!

If not for this girl, he would have reported to the netherworld long ago! How would he have the chance to meet his daughter-in-law here?

"During your eighteen years away, you must have suffered," Mr. Si remarked.

Ou Yan was about to say she hadn't suffered much when he continued, "In the future, both the Li family and the Si family will take extra care of you!"

Ou Yan: ...

She could understand the Li family, but would the Si family be overly indulgent?

"Your name is Li Ou Yan, right? Not only does it sound nice, but you also look good." Mr. Si seemed to be saying it for the butler, Old Wen, to hear.

Old Wen nodded with a smile. This girl indeed looked much more pleasing to the eye than Li Yusha. She had no hint of coyness and was a very special girl.

"Look at me, so caught up in talking, I forgot to ask you to come over here, child." Mr. Si reached out to pat the double sofa by the bed.

Si Yechen's eyes shimmered. Was this sofa newly bought? Was it meticulously arranged just for him and the girl to sit together?

Old Wen smiled awkwardly, "Young Master, are you sitting too?!"

Si Yechen didn't show any displeasure and naturally sat beside the girl.

Now it was Mr. Si's turn to be surprised. Did his grandson treat this girl differently?!

"Yan Yan, Qing Mu said you just finished the college entrance exam. Is there any university you want to attend? Grandpa will arrange it for you!"

Ou Yan replied obediently, "Not for now."

"Then how about Jing University? I know the president of Jing University!"

Seeing the girl being cared for even after finishing her college entrance exam, Si Yechen changed the topic, "Did you take your medicine today?"

As soon as medicine was mentioned, Mr. Si frowned deeply, "That Chinese medicine is horribly bitter! It's so hard to drink! Who knows who prescribed it; whoever drinks it will immediately choke!"

Everyone silently looked at Ou Yan.

Only to hear the girl calmly say, "I prescribed it."

Mr. Si's expression exploded. He hadn't expected his granddaughter-in-law to not only treat illnesses and perform surgeries but also prescribe medicine...

He immediately changed his tone, "Although it was a bit bitter at first, good medicine tastes bitter. It's good for the illness. After drinking it, have a piece of candy, and it'll immediately sweeten your heart, just like the care my granddaughter-in-law shows me..."

"Then you should drink it," Si Yechen interjected nonchalantly.

Mr. Si, with a grand air, exclaimed, "Old Wen, bring me the medicine! I was going to drink it anyway, but seeing my granddaughter-in-law happy, I forgot to drink it!"

What a lie!

Even Old Wen didn't want to expose it!

Just a moment ago, when Miss Ou Yan wasn't here, you complained about the medicine. It was so bitter that ghosts wouldn't want to taste it, and people would rather hang themselves than drink it. How come now?

Would you dare to say it again in front of Miss Ou Yan?

"My granddaughter-in-law prescribed the medicine, and I can drink three big bowls of it!"

Ou Yan: ...

There's no need to drink so much...

Old Wen brought the thermos of Chinese medicine to Mr. Si's bedside. Mr. Si immediately raised it to his lips and downed it in one gulp!

His manner was particularly hearty!

"It's really delicious!"

Qing Mu saw that the wrinkles on the old man's forehead had creased deeply, a pitiful sight.

Old Wen also knew that the taste of this Chinese medicine was beyond description, but there was no choice. The person who prescribed it was right here!

Moreover, drinking the medicine was good for the body!

"How are you feeling today?" Ou Yan asked with concern.

"When you and Ah Chen come to see me, all my pain goes away, and I feel better!" Mr. Si exclaimed joyfully. But then suddenly, he clutched his chest, looking uncomfortable.

Ou Yan hadn't had the chance to check his pulse when she saw him bend over and spit out a mouthful of blood.

Everyone was shocked!

"Grandpa?"

"Old Master, are you okay?"

"What's going on? Old Master, wait, I'll call the doctor!"

"Miss Ou Yan is a doctor. Miss Ou Yan, please take a look at the Old Master and see what's wrong with him?"

Ou Yan reached out to check his pulse and seemed to sense something. She raised her clear eyes, "Have you been drinking alcohol?"

Si Yechen and Qing Mu immediately looked at Mr. Si, unbelieving!

"No... I didn't drink..." Mr. Si realized this couldn't be concealed anymore and admitted reluctantly, "Just a little."

Ou Yan raised an eyebrow, "A little? You finished a bottle?"

"How did you know?" Mr. Si looked at her incredulously. How could she tell? Wasn't this beyond being just a medical expert; she was practically a deity?!

Ou Yan smirked, "The bottle was empty."

Mr. Si turned to look, and the bottle hidden in the bedcovers had somehow been exposed. He quickly glanced at Old Wen and accused in a low voice, "Didn't I tell you to hide it properly!"

"I... I didn't expect it to be exposed..." Old Wen's smile was awkward. With the arrival of Master Si and Miss Ou Yan, he didn't have time to hide it!

"Grandpa," Si Yechen's deep voice carried a hint of displeasure.

Knowing his grandson was about to lecture him again...

Mr. Si hurriedly waved his hand, "Alright, alright, I know. I was just craving it for a moment! Greedy! With my granddaughter daughter-in-law here, she can testify that I won't do it again next time."

Si Yechen raised his eyebrows coldly, "Can your words be trusted?"

"Of course! Why not?" Mr. Si hurriedly replied, "If you don't believe me, have my daughter-in-law come over every day to check if I've drunk or not!"

Si Yechen turned to the girl next to him, "I think it's necessary to prescribe a few more doses of medicine for Grandpa to recuperate."

"Don't!" 

The medicine earlier was more bitter than his life!

Prescribe more, and he'll die on the spot!!

"Who let you be greedy?" Si Yechen teased, "Didn't you say you could drink three big bowls of medicine prescribed by your granddaughter-in-law?"

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Chapter 555: Third Master Living Alone Starts Thinking of Ruan Ruan

Su Jingshu's pale lips trembled slightly.

A forced smile barely appeared on her pale face, pretending everything was fine.

"Second Master, it was all my fault before. I have let you down, and I shouldn't have embarrassed you."

"Now you know how to apologize? What were you doing all this time!"

Hou Yirong was not buying into her act at all.

He casually threw the towel onto the sink, hands in his pockets, displaying an air of superiority.

Su Jingshu lowered her head. "I beg Second Master to have mercy and forgive me."

"If you had apologized when the incident happened, I might have considered forgiving you. But now? It's too late!"

Hou Yirong leaned against the sink, legs crossed, coldly staring at Su Jingshu.

He knew this woman must have something else to say.

Otherwise, she wouldn't have lowered her head to apologize.

Su Jingshu clenched her fists tightly. "Second Master, Nangong Chang cannot die. Otherwise, I don't know what I might do."

"Are you threatening me?" Hou Yirong's dark eyes instantly turned sharp.

Su Jingshu raised her head and looked directly at Hou Yirong. "It's not a threat. I mean it."

Hou Yirong's face revealed a faint smile, a cold light flashing in his eyes.

He spoke lightly, concealing a hint of killing intent. "Whether you're serious or not, the Su family means nothing to the Hou family. Su Jingshu, I advise you not to seek a path to your own death. I guarantee that any reckless move by the Su family will be swiftly crushed by the Hou family."

Naturally, the Su family couldn't compare to the Hou family.

Now that the Nangong family had been wiped out, what did the Su family have to resist the Hou family?

Any action by the Su family would only serve as an excuse for the Hou family to annihilate them.

This was a self-destructive move.

Su Jingshu took a deep breath, gritted her teeth, and asked, "Is there really no way for Nangong Chang to survive?"

"Decades ago, when the Hou family initiated Operation A, neither you nor I were born yet. The Hou family has always won over others with benevolence and righteousness, and their hands are not stained with the blood of various families."

The actions of the Nangong family have not yet led to a disastrous outcome, so naturally, they won't easily harvest their lives. I don't know where you heard that Nangong Chang is doomed to die."

Su Jingshu couldn't believe her eyes, widening them in disbelief.

"What do you mean?" she asked.

Hou Yirong straightened his body and walked gracefully towards the exit of the restroom.

"I don't mean anything. Su Jingshu, I don't want to see you now. Get lost!" His tone carried a hint of emotion.

Su Jingshu caught up with him. "Second Master, please clarify your words!"

Hou Yirong abruptly turned around, his gaze coldly fixed on Su Jingshu.

"If the Su family behaves themselves, they can live without worries. But if they continue to cause trouble like the Nangong family, they will face the same fate as them," he said.

Su Jingshu rushed forward and grabbed Hou Yirong's arm.

"I just want to know if Nangong Chang can survive?" she pleaded.

Hou Yirong lowered his eyes and looked at the hand tugging his sleeve. He furrowed his brows tightly, showing a look of disgust between his eyebrows.

He raised his head, and the sharpness in his eyes pierced through Su Jingshu. "You are a smart person. Don't let those emotions that you believe to be earth-shattering but are actually worthless affect your rationality!"

Su Jingshu was about to speak, but a wicked smile curved Hou Yirong's crimson lips.

His scrutinizing gaze traveled up and down Su Jingshu's body. Suddenly, he burst into laughter, his face filled with a mocking expression.

"Su Jingshu, if you want to stay, it's not impossible. I've heard that Nangong Chang has engaged in some thrilling activities to seek excitement.

I, as a curious person, also want to try the feeling of whipping and trampling on someone.

Of course, as a novice, I might be a bit clumsy. I guarantee that you will stay alive, but I can't guarantee whether you will leave standing!"

Hou Yirong's voice was sinister and eerie, like a seductive puppeteer.

Under his cold gaze, Su Jingshu felt a chill rushing up from the soles of her feet to her heart.

A shivering sensation passed through her spine, and this bone-chilling coldness gradually seeped into her body.

Su Jingshu was intimidated on the spot, slowly releasing her grip on Hou Yirong's sleeve.

Seeing this, Hou Yirong revealed a satisfied expression.

He took off his coat, casually throwing it on the floor of the restroom, and left with brisk strides.

Soon, members of the Hou family's staff entered and gestured to Su Jingshu.

"Miss Su, Second Master still has things to attend to. Please leave."

Gritting her teeth, Su Jingshu glared angrily at the subordinate before her, who no longer treated her with the previous deference. There was an indescribable taste in her heart.

She forcefully stepped on the floor with her shoes and left without her usual grace and elegance.

Externally, she appeared as proud as ever, but in reality, Su Jingshu's steps were in disarray, as if she was fleeing in panic.

Xiangxi Manor

Hou Yunjiao woke up in a familiar room.

Under the abundant atmosphere of the manor, he had slept for a few hours.

After waking up, he couldn't shake off the restlessness in his body.

It was as if something was missing.

In his mind, Qin Ruan's pure and charming face appeared.

Whether she was shy or angry, a faint blush would spread from her cheeks, extending to the corners of her eyes and brows, exuding a captivating charm.

The sensuality emanating from her entire being was best described as seductive.

It was a pure contradiction between youthfulness and maturity, extremely alluring.

The image of Qin Ruan that appeared in Hou Yunjiao's mind exuded charm in every gesture and movement.

Sensing his thoughts heading in an uncontrollable direction, Hou Yunjiao gently shook his head and dismissed those images.

The air in the room felt suffocating to him. He quickly got up and walked out of the room.

Hou Qiang, who was guarding outside the door, saw his master coming out of the room.

He faced him and said, "Third Young Master, are you feeling better?"

Hou Yunjiao furrowed his brows and answered in an unrelated manner, "How is the Cabinet?"

Huo Qiang respectfully replied, "Everything has settled down."

"Any news from Eldest Brother and Second Brother?" Hou Yunjiao inquired.

"Eldest Young Master is still at the Cabinet, assisting Mr. Lu with official matters. Second Young Master did call, knowing that you were resting, and asked you to return the call after waking up," Hou Qiang explained.

Hou Yunjiao rubbed his temple and asked, "Did Second Brother mention anything specific?"

Hou Qiang replied, "Second Young Master didn't say, but I heard that Miss Su visited Second Young Master at the Hou residence this afternoon."

Hou Yunjiao paused for a moment and then turned around, heading back to the room.

He walked to the bedside and picked up the silenced phone placed on the bedside table.

Seeing the missed call on the screen, he dialed back.

Hou Yirong quickly answered the call. "Third Brother, are you feeling better?"

Before Hou Yunjiao could speak, Hou Yirong's worried voice came from the other end of the phone.

Hou Yunjiao's line of sight suddenly became blurred.

He furrowed his brows and shook his head, trying to clear his vision.

The blurry vision improved slightly, and he spoke calmly into the phone, "I'm fine. Did Second Brother call this afternoon?"

Hou Yirong responded, "Yes, Su Jingshu came to see me today."

They had discussed this issue with their grandfather before.

Hou Yunjiao made a straightforward conclusion, "Because of the Nangong family?"

Chapter 554: I Give You Respect, You Give Me a Green Hat!

Hou Yirong's footsteps suddenly halted.

A force at his feet firmly held him back.

"Second Master, as long as I can save Nangong Chang, I'm willing to pay any price!" Su Jingshu pleaded, prostrating on the ground, gripping Hou Yirong's trousers tightly.

In her humble and pleading voice, all the previous resentment had vanished, replaced only by profound fear.

She was afraid that he wouldn't even spare a way out for Nangong Chang.

Hou Yirong furrowed his brows, turned his head, and looked down at the woman by his feet.

A cold and bloodthirsty gleam appeared in his eyes, and his thin lips parted slightly. "Su Jingshu, your current appearance truly disgusts me."

Each word was icy and heartless.

Su Jingshu's face turned pale.

She tightened her grip on Hou Yirong's trousers, exerting even more force, but she refused to let go.

Once again, she pleaded, "Second Master, Nangong Chang can't die. Spare his life, please."

Hou Yirong looked at Su Jingshu with a sneer, his voice cold as a blade. "To save Nangong Chang, are you willing to exchange it with your own life?"

"Fine!" Su Jingshu nodded without hesitation.

A glimmer of light appeared in her anxious eyes.

This change in Su Jingshu didn't escape Hou Yirong's notice, and he furrowed his brows involuntarily.

"Hmph!" He let out a cold snort and heartlessly said, "Unfortunately, your life is worthless to me."

Hou Yirong forcefully freed his hand from Su Jingshu's grasp and took two steps back.

Looking down at Su Jingshu from a superior position, his eyes filled with contempt, as if he were gazing at an ant.

A trace of panic suddenly surged in Su Jingshu's eyes, and she felt an indescribable sense of unease.

She couldn't tell what triggered it, but a look of realization appeared on her dignified yet disheveled face.

She looked up at Hou Yirong, his deep gaze, and asked with a resigned tone, "What about the Su family?"

"What if I use the Su family as an exchange for Nangong Chang's life?"

For the Hou family, this deal was not a loss; it could even be said to be a significant gain.

Hou Yirong's face revealed a different expression as the icy smirk at the corner of his lips gradually solidified.

"Su Jingshu, have you gone mad? Using the entire Su family to exchange for Nangong Chang's life, what are you scheming?"

Previously, he thought Su Jingshu was brainless, desperately seeking his help for the Nangong family. It was truly unthinkable.

But now, looking at Su Jingshu's current appearance, it seemed as if she had been cursed by Nangong Chang.

Even though the Su family was not the most prominent among the six major clans, their wealth and influence couldn't be compared to ordinary industry newcomers or billionaires.

To exchange the entire Su family for Nangong Chang's life, this woman was truly delusional.

Su Jingshu stared fixedly at Hou Yirong.

Seeing the clear changes in his facial expression, hope ignited within her heart once again.

"Second Master, can we use the Su family to exchange for Nangong Chang's life? This deal won't cause any loss to the Hou family, I just want him to live!"

Hou Yirong's gaze darkened slightly, and there was a sinister danger brewing deep within his eyes.

He approached Su Jingshu, his hands slender and attractive, forcefully grasping her hair.

"Ah!"

Su Jingshu's hair was yanked forcefully, causing her to cry out in pain.

Hou Yirong not only didn't ease his grip but exerted even more force.

As if he intended to use this pain to restore Su Jingshu's clarity and sanity.

Forced to lift her head, Su Jingshu's eyes glistened with tears due to the pain.

Hou Yirong carefully examined her with his dark eyes, and a faint smile suddenly appeared in his gaze.

He asked Su Jingshu in a deep voice, "Do you like Nangong Chang that much?"

Like?

As soon as this word was mentioned, a sense of confusion appeared in Su Jingshu's eyes.

For so many years, she had been chasing after Nangong Chang's footsteps.

At some point, he had become her obsession, her unyielding pursuit.

The master of Nan Yin Temple had advised her that he was a fate she couldn't force, a stumbling block on her path.

Qin Ruan had also told her that everything in this world had its causes and consequences, and all things were subject to the cycle of karma. Good and evil, fortune and misfortune, all depended on it.

One should not force anything, and the blessings and merits earned couldn't withstand depletion. She should take care of herself.

Something that had never belonged to her from the beginning, using all means to force it would only lead to emptiness in the end.

The Nangong family had indeed committed countless evil deeds over the years, harming countless people to obtain what they desired.

In recent years, they had used those methods against the Hou family and other clans as well.

But she still wholeheartedly led the Su family to support the Nangong family.

Kneeling before Hou Yirong now, her only request was for one person.

Nangong Chang had become her obsession.

Whether she liked him or not, she couldn't judge anymore.

Years of following him had made her body and mind see only Nangong Chang.

Huo Yirong noticed the confusion in Su Jingshu's eyes and forcefully pulled her up from the ground by her hair.

Su Jingshu was forced to stand in front of Hou Yirong, her bewildered expression replaced by pain.

After she stood up, Hou Yirong didn't release his grip on her hair but instead dragged her by it towards the bathroom in the bedroom.

"Bang!"

Su Jingshu was thrown onto the washbasin by Hou Yirong.

Just like discarding trash.

The force used was strong, showing no mercy whatsoever.

Hou Yirong took large strides to stand behind Su Jingshu.

Su Jingshu, who was leaning on the washbasin, had her hair pulled again.

Hou Yirong forcefully pulled her hair backward.

In a deep voice, he sounded near Su Jingshu's ear, "Take a look at yourself in the mirror. Is there even a trace of the grace and demeanor of a noblewoman left?"

Su Jingshu looked into the mirror and saw herself in a sorry state, disheveled and filled with fear and unease. Her face, contorted due to pain, was difficult to look at directly.

Was the woman in the mirror really her?

Her complexion was pale, her carefully applied makeup was smudged, and her eyes revealed a strange madness.

Su Jingshu, who had lived a refined life from childhood to adulthood, had never seen herself in such a wretched state before.

Hou Yirong released his grip and walked forward, standing beside Su Jingshu to wash his hands.

A drop of water splashed onto his slightly raised eyelashes, causing Hou Yirong's eyes to tremble slightly.

He took a deep breath and said in a deep voice, "Over these years, I believe I have treated you well. I haven't been involved with anyone else, out of respect for you. The entire Hou family values you, but what have you given me in return? A brightly colored cuckold's hat! Despite the friendship between the Hou and Su families, I haven't touched you, yet here you are, coming to me to beg for mercy on behalf of Nangong Chang."

After finishing washing his hands, Huo Yirong picked up a towel from the rack.

He leisurely dried his hands and coldly glanced at Su Jingshu, saying, "I even want to open up your head and see what's inside it."

"I don't like you, and you don't like me. Why force ourselves to be together?" Su Jingshu's tone was icy, displaying her pride.

Perhaps the current state of disarray made it difficult for her to accept herself in this condition. Her sense of humility had diminished.

Hou Yirong sneered, "Whether you like it or not, when you marked yourself as mine, you did things that embarrassed me. I won't let anyone else have what I don't want. If it were someone else, they wouldn't even have the chance to appear before me."

"Su Jingshu, the only reason you're still alive right now is because of the friendship between our families and the bond we had when we were young."