Flash Marriage: The Billionaire Addicted to Her-Chapter 786

At the Xiao Family’s old residence, when the Patriarch Xiao learned that Xiao Linye would not be returning, his face turned green with rage.

"Then have Xiao Li come to me! And find that woman surnamed Ye as well."

The woman surnamed Ye naturally referred to Ye Yuning.

Upon hearing Patriarch Xiao’s demand to bring Ye Yuning, Butler Zhong tensed.

He said uneasily, "She probably won’t come to see you."

Hearing this, Patriarch Xiao’s breathing grew even heavier.

This was the most disrespectful young person he had ever encountered, to bluntly reject him like this! In the entire Upper City, how many dared to behave this way with the Xiao Family? Or did Ye Yuning, relying on her past relationship with Xiao Linye, really think she could do whatever she pleased?

"Tell her, if she doesn’t come to see me today, then she can forget about staying in Upper City!" Patriarch Xiao enunciated each word through gritted teeth.

Seeing that Patriarch Xiao was thoroughly enraged, Butler Zhong dared not say anything more. He nodded respectfully before turning to make the phone call.

Patriarch Xiao closed his eyes, desperately suppressing the fury in his chest.

Soon after, Xiao Li rushed over after receiving the news.

When he saw Patriarch Xiao seething with anger, Xiao Li’s heart also tightened.

He approached deferentially. "Father."

Patriarch Xiao’s breathing was rapid. In a cold voice, he asked, "Xiao Shuo is still unwilling?"

His tone was icy, utterly devoid of warmth.

Xiao Li, already tense, lowered his head upon hearing Patriarch Xiao’s words.

He said nothing, but his silence spoke volumes.

Xiao Shuo was unwilling.

Even though things had come to this, he remained unwilling.

Even if life inside was extremely difficult, he showed no intention of agreeing.

Patriarch Xiao scoffed. "Good. Very good. So he’s actually developed some backbone in there!"

In Patriarch Xiao’s mind, Xiao Shuo had always been the most spineless. Yet now, he was so steadfast that no one could persuade him. Quite impressive!

Xiao Li lowered his head uneasily; at this moment, he dared not respond to Patriarch Xiao’s words.

Patriarch Xiao closed his eyes. "Then let him rot in there!"

Each word from Patriarch Xiao was laced with chilling coldness.

Hearing these words, Xiao Li’s face went deathly pale.

"Father, that’s your grandson! He just doesn’t want to marry a rather troublesome woman. How can you treat him so cruelly?"

Xiao Li also intensely disliked Ye Yuning.

But he had not expected Patriarch Xiao to be so adamant on this matter.

Patriarch Xiao’s eyes were glacial, his attitude leaving no room for negotiation.

Xiao Li became frantic. "Why must Ashuo marry her? That Ye Yuning is a shrew! Are you trying to end my branch of the family?"

Xiao Li was well aware of Ye Yuning’s temperament. In his opinion, she was someone best avoided if possible.

But now, look at their situation. They had broken off the engagement with Ye Yuning so long ago, yet she remained a hot potato.

So, because of that marriage contract, they were now stuck with her, unable to get rid of her? Was that truly fair to them?

"I know I’m incompetent, and the son I raised is too. That’s why, in Father’s eyes, we’re always expendable." As he spoke, Xiao Li started to cry.

"Ultimately, my foolish son is being dragged down by me."

For all these years, his father had looked down on him due to his lack of ambition. Consequently, from the moment Xiao Shuo was born, his grandfather had never given him a second glance.

Normally, this wouldn’t have been a major issue. Xiao Li was generally easygoing and didn’t dwell on such matters.

But this time, he cared deeply.

His father could ignore him, that was fine. He could even dislike his son, that was also acceptable. But to want his son to become a sacrificial lamb? Wasn’t that going too far? 𝒻𝑟𝘦𝘦𝘸ℯ𝒷𝑛𝘰𝓋ℯ𝘭.𝘤𝘰𝘮

Patriarch Xiao glared fiercely at Xiao Li. "So, you’re admitting you’re useless, and you think you’re justified in saying so?"

"I didn’t say that," Xiao Li stammered. "I just..."

"Xiao Li, Xiao Shuo must marry Ye Yuning this time. He must!"

Patriarch Xiao had lost all patience. He impatiently cut Xiao Li off, effectively issuing an ultimatum on the matter.

Xiao Li’s breathing grew heavy. "Father!"

"Enough. You may leave. Relay my words to Ashuo, exactly as I’ve said them."

"Don’t you understand what will happen if Ashuo marries Ye Yuning now? Xiao Linye won’t spare her!" Xiao Li cried out, frantic once again.