A second chance with my billionaire husband-Chapter 1438 - 281: Disgrace Yourself, Seize the Throne_2

"By the way, what’s the hidden story between Jiang Li and Pei Xinyi?" Zhuang Xiyue suddenly asked.

Yun Ya paused for a moment. She didn’t want to hide anything from Zhuang Xiyue, so she explained truthfully. Unexpectedly, after listening, Zhuang Xiyue clapped her hands and said: "The mother-in-law and daughter-in-law have only themselves to blame for this. Serves them right for having malicious intentions, though it’s a pity for that child, Si’er..."

Then she continued, "This is their retribution. If it were you who had been manipulated, who would show you mercy?"

Zhuang Xiyue wasn’t so kind-hearted as to sympathize with others; she would rather spend her time thinking about how to settle this score.

"Don’t think about anything, just rest well. I’ll take revenge for you."

Yun Ya nodded compliantly, "Thank you, Aunt Zhuang."

She wouldn’t be magnanimous enough to forgive those people, nor would she pretend to be kind to leave a good impression on Aunt Zhuang. That would backfire. Zhuang Xiyue, being so astute, had long discerned Yun Ya’s character and not only didn’t dislike her for it but liked her even more. Pretending to be kind would only be counterproductive.

"You still say thanks to me? That’s being a stranger, isn’t it?"

Sure enough, Zhuang Xiyue was very satisfied with Yun Ya’s compliance. If Yun Ya were too gentle and kind, Zhuang Xiyue wouldn’t be at ease. In this world, one can be kind, but not overly saintly. Revenge should be taken when due; excessive mercy only gives the enemy a chance to breathe.

All this while, she had been secretly observing Yun Ya. This girl was undoubtedly very smart, worthy of her reputation as a prodigy. She had some scheming abilities, which was not a flaw, as long as she didn’t harm others on purpose. A smart and scheming woman could be an advantage. People who are overly kind and naive will eventually harm themselves and others. Sometimes, even she couldn’t fully understand Yun Ya. She’s ruthless when needed, yet genuinely kind. No doubt, two years ago during the typhoon incident, Yun Ya saved so many people’s lives and also salvaged Yan Nanmo’s career.

It’s only in the face of life and death that one can see a person’s true nature.

All of Yun Ya’s ruthlessness was just a façade. Her true self was kind-hearted.

Because of this, Zhuang Xiyue felt even more tender towards Yun Ya. After all, born in such a family, how could she survive without pretending?

As long as Yun Ya truly loved Ah Song and genuinely considered them family, Zhuang Xiyue would treat her doubly well.

Zhuang Xiyue walked out of the room, thinking of Pei Ying’s deeds and wishing she could tear her apart. Even without Yun Ya having to say, she clearly understood how perilous it must have been. Pei Ying not only wanted to use Ah Song to eradicate Yan Nangui but also intended to muddy the waters of the second household. What exactly was she planning?

Since you show no virtue, don’t blame me for being unjust, Aunt. You forced me into this.

An absurd farce quietly came to a close.

Xiao Ling’er didn’t even get to meet Yan Nangui before hastily bidding farewell to Pei Ying and leaving.

Seeing the fourth household in such chaos, she had no idea what it would become once she married in, but no matter what, her feelings for Yan Nangui remained unchanged.

Jiang Li was taken to the hospital by ambulance, and Pei Xinyi went along with him.

In an unnoticed corner, Yan Sheng’s eyes shone with a dark light, a cold smile creeping at the corners of his mouth. So, you have such a day too.

He felt a tug on his sleeve. Looking down, Yan Sheng saw Yan Si’s cute little face looking up at him: "Third Brother, what are you looking at?"

Yan Sheng pushed her away in disgust, "Get lost."

In the past, he was mocked as a bastard, while Yan Si was doted on like a little princess. But now? It turns out the little princess was actually the real bastard, no, even worse than a bastard.

"Don’t call me brother. You’re not my real sister. You’re the bastard daughter of your mom and uncle."

Yan Si was pushed to the ground, her palms scraped and bleeding. Yet she didn’t cry, just stubbornly stood up with reddened eyes, patted the dust off her little skirt, and said defiantly: "You’re lying, I’m the daughter of my dad and mom; you’re the bastard."

Hit where it hurt, Yan Sheng flew into a rage, pointing at her nose, cursing: "You are the bastard daughter, your mom and uncle’s bastard daughter. Don’t you have ears? Your mom’s a lewd, low woman, having an affair with uncle. Hahaha, putting a green hat on dad. Like mother, like daughter. You’re no better either."

Yan Si pouted, tears brimming in her eyes, but she just glared at Yan Sheng fiercely: "You’re not allowed to badmouth my mom." Suddenly she bit down on Yan Sheng’s arm with great force, causing him pain. This girl was like a sticky candy clinging onto him. In a fit of rage, Yan Sheng kicked Yan Si in the stomach. Yan Si was sent flying, about to hit the ground when someone suddenly caught her in their arms.