Chapter 296, make a bed for the wolf cubs (5 updates)

As Xiang Zhen and her mother descended the stairs, they saw that Ye Jiuliang had already arrived, causing the smile on Ye Xin’s face to abruptly vanish.

A look of displeasure spread across her face.

Xiang Zhen tugged on her sleeve, then spoke in a gentle voice, "Dad, it’s about time we should head out, let’s not keep the elders of the Li Family waiting."

"Let’s go," the Ye patriarch nodded as Aren assisted him out.

Ye Yan and the others closely followed behind in a grand, impressive procession, as if the old master was setting out on an incognito inspection.

Not wanting to crowd in with them, Ye Jiuliang decided to hang back and follow last.

As she passed by Ye Jiuliang, Ye Xin couldn’t resist speaking out, "Ye Jiuliang, do you know what people outside are saying about you, that at such a young age you have no shame and have even seduced the fifth master of the Li Family?"

Hearing this, Ye Jiuliang’s eyelids lifted and her lips curled into an amused smile, "Ye Xin, tell me, if I were to marry Li Mochan, what should you call me then?"

Striking at the heart, Ye Xin was instantly at a loss for words, "You..."

"Just be a good bride and stop provoking me, else don’t blame me if I ruin your wedding," Ye Jiuliang stood up straight, a smile on her lips but not reaching her eyes, "Otherwise, on your wedding day, I might just hire a troop to set off fireworks at your celebration, to give you a proper celebration."

With these words, she ignored the fiery gaze from Ye Xin and walked away at her own leisurely pace.

"Xinxin, why haven’t you left yet?" Xiang Zhen came out with her handbag and saw her daughter frozen at the door. She urged her to move.

Ye Xin’s face was tense, and she spoke angrily, "Mom, do you know what that damned girl Ye Jiuliang just said? It infuriates me to death."

"Alright, stop getting angry with her and let’s go quickly. Don’t upset your grandfather, let’s move," urged Xiang Zhen, pulling her along briskly.

...

It was a rare festive occasion at home, so even the two collateral branches of the Li Family had also come.

Early in the morning, the Li Mansion was uncommonly lively.

The living room was packed with people, and the air was thick with the smell of smoke.

Li Mochan arrived fashionably late, heading straight to his room instead of the living room upon entering the mansion.

The old master Li’s expression changed slightly upon hearing the butler’s report.

"Go, call that little punk over and tell him the Ye Family has arrived," he ordered.

Although he didn’t like the girl Ye Jiuliang, he had to admit that only by using her name could he get his good-for-nothing son to behave a little.

"Yes," the butler exited without a change in expression.

"Elder Li, why don’t we see the fifth master? Is he not coming today?" one of the relatives asked.

Elder Li managed a smile and glossed over the situation, "In this kind of event, Mohan will certainly be here. He’s outside taking a call and will join us shortly."

After a long absence, the room, although frequently cleaned, was still bound to accumulate dust.

Li Mochan stripped off the bed sheets and replaced them with a new set.

His young wolf had woken up early today, and she was not in the best of moods; he had to make her a nest so she could nap, or he feared he might have to sleep in the study tonight.

"Knock, knock—"

"Master, the Ye Family has arrived," the butler’s respectful voice came from outside the door.

After fitting the pillowcase, Li Mochan turned and walked out.

He opened the door to find the butler standing by quietly, with his head and eyes lowered.

"Master," the butler greeted.

Li Mochan glanced at him and strode away.

As the butler watched his departing figure, he wiped the bead of sweat from his forehead.

The master’s gaze was too terrifying.

Perhaps the elder Mr. Li’s words had cast a spell, for as Li Mochan passed through the courtyard, the Ye Family’s carriages started rolling in.

Seeing this, the trailing butler felt a mix of surprise and relief in his heart.

With this, his report wouldn’t be considered a lie.