Chapter Seven Family Members

  Thanks for everyone's support, Xi Liangyuan finally appeared on the new book list, O(∩_∩)O

  Ye Qinglan was born with extraordinary memory power, and she could remember the roads she had only walked once very clearly. Without even using the guiyuan to lead the way, she slowly walked out like that.

  Ye Qinglan's eyes glanced at the excited little round face of Guiyuan, and her lips slightly raised.

  This little maid is obviously not clever, and has no mind, whatever she thinks is clearly visible on her face. She can't be compared with Rui Xue who is steady and meticulous. However, for her at this moment, it's better to have such a silly and simple-minded maid by her side.

  They soon arrived at the side hall where they had been yesterday. Mrs. Xue was still sitting steadily, smiling and looking at the handsome man beside her, with a much softer gaze than yesterday.

  This man is her cheap father Ye Chengli!

  Ye Qinglan quickly glanced at him, and her heart was filled with admiration. Ye Chengli was about thirty-two or three years old, in the prime of his life as a man, handsome and elegant, exuding the charm of a mature man from head to toe. It made people unable to look away after just one glance.

  With such an excellent father, it's no wonder that Ye Yuanshou is so handsome. The original owner was even more a rare beauty!

  Ye Qinglan stepped forward and curtsied: "Daughter greets father and mother."

  Xue nodded and casually asked: "Is your body feeling any better?"

  Yè Qīnglán quickly adapted to this elegant way of speaking, respectfully responding: "The daughter has recovered a lot, thank you mother for your concern."

  It's not difficult to pretend to be a gentle and obedient girl, but it's a highly challenging task to speak without revealing any flaws. What she currently knows is only the most superficial things. The "parents" in front of her are still unknown, and she needs to observe them carefully and think deeply about their temperaments.

  Ye Chengli apparently didn't understand what was going on, glanced at Ye Qinglan who looked weak and frail, furrowed his brow and turned to Xue Shi: "What's wrong with Lan'er, is she ill?"

  Xue's cough, just about to say something, then heard Ye Qinglan's sweet and soft voice: "It's all my fault, yesterday I accidentally drank some apricot blossom dew, felt unwell for a moment, and fainted. Luckily mother sent someone to visit me, now I'm much better. Father is busy with official duties, still worrying about my health, I'm really unfilial."

  This speech is comprehensive and flawless, subtly concealing the truth of the matter while also praising Xue's family in passing, responding extremely cleverly.

  Xue's heart relaxed, and he couldn't help but glance at Ye Qinglan. This girl was usually timid and rarely spoke, but unexpectedly she had become much more clever after this incident.

  Ye Chengli earnestly exhorted Ye Qinglan a few words: "From now on, you must be more careful and keep those inedible things far away. Your grandfather's 60th birthday is still half a month away, so take good care of yourself for a few days first, and we can set off back to the capital later, it won't be too late."

  "Don't worry, sir," said Madame Xue with a smile, taking over the conversation: "I will definitely take good care of Lan's sister."

  Ye Qinglan didn't miss the opportunity to offer a grateful gaze, her tone sincere: "I've caused Father and Mother trouble. However, don't delay your journey for my sake. I'm fine now, and can set off at any time."

  His daughter was so obedient, Ye Chengli was naturally delighted and nodded with a smile.

  At this moment, Ye Yuanshou and Xue Yushu walked in one after the other. Ye Yuanshou quickly glanced at Ye Qinglan, a scorching light flashing across his eyes before disappearing into the depths of his gaze.

  Ye Qinglan took a step back, avoiding Ye Yuanshou's gaze. However, the corner of her eye caught the chill in Xue Shi's eyes, and she furrowed her brow slightly.

  Ye Yuanzhou thought he had hidden his thoughts very well, but in fact, he hadn't fooled Xue Shi at all.

  Xue knew everything but pretended to be deaf and dumb, didn't she fear that Ye Yuanzhou would make a scene after losing his temper?

  Or, in Xue's heart, there was only her son Ye Yuanzhou, and this insignificant daughter of a concubine wasn't even worth mentioning!

  Ye Qinglan lowered her eyelids, covering up a hint of coldness at the bottom of her eyes.

  The original host was just an underage child, encountering such a thing, she didn't know what to do and weakly chose to take her own life. Now it's her turn, but she won't be defeated so easily.

  Ye Chengli had high expectations for his only son, and after a few casual conversations, he began to test Ye Yuanshou's academic work. Ye Yuanshou straightened up, answering fluently with a clear and bright voice.

  Ye Chengli was satisfied in his heart, but his face was calm: "Mm, it's okay."

  Ye Yuanzhou was already accustomed to his father's strictness, and upon hearing this, he didn't become disheartened. He just smiled slightly and stood aside. Xue Shi also felt a sense of pride and had a smile in her eyes.

  Ye Chengli looked at Xue Yushu again: "Yushu, come here."

  Xue Yushu involuntarily shrank back, his face twisted in discomfort as he walked forward. Ye Chengli casually asked a few questions, and he stuttered on for half the day without hitting on the correct answer.

  As he watched Ye Chengli's face getting increasingly ugly, Xue Yushu felt more and more at a loss for words, pitifully glancing at the Xue family member.

  "Sir, Yushu was unwell a few days ago and fell behind in his studies. Let's let him off this time and test him again next time."

  Ye Chengli gave Xue Yushu a somewhat displeased glance, but didn't say anything else.

  Xue Yushu narrowly escaped, his back was already drenched in cold sweat.

  Ye Qinglan secretly smiled, it seems that this Xue brother is just a stuffed embroidered pillow. Ye Chengli may not know that the Xue family is covering up for their nephew, but after all, he is only an uncle, and can't scold Xue Yushu like his own son.

  Suddenly, a burst of footsteps sounded outside the door. The thick curtains were lifted and fell again, and a young girl appeared before everyone's eyes.

  This girl is about thirteen years old, with a fair complexion, a small mole at the corner of her eye, slender eyebrows that reach to her temples, and a face that is not particularly beautiful, but with an air of arrogance between her eyebrows.

  This is naturally Second Miss Ye Qingfu.

  Xue saw Ye Qingfu, and the lines on his face suddenly softened. He scolded, "Fu'er, you're late again today. Next time if you sleep in again, I won't forgive you."

  This sentence is obviously said for Ye Chengli to hear.

  Ye Chengli indeed did not speak again to blame him, but his face lost its smile.

  Ye Qing was fearless of heaven and earth, but only feared Ye Chengli's stern face. He stood to one side with a dejected look, coincidentally standing shoulder to shoulder with Ye Qinglan.

  Ye Qinglan smiled slightly, her smile full of kindness. Unfortunately, Ye Qingfu didn't appreciate it at all and turned her head to the side with a pout.

  Really unlikable.

  Ye Qinglan was too lazy to look at her again. This family's population wasn't complicated, being careful should be fine and there shouldn't be any mishaps. It's just that she didn't know what the situation in the capital city was like...

  [bookid==《The Colorful Garden》]