Reborn Heiress: Seeking Revenge-Chapter 483 Banquet (3)_1

Meanwhile, Ye An was nowhere to be seen. Shangguan You stood in a corner, watching the Eldest Young Master of the Ye Family converse with the other four Family Heads, a smile on his face as he deceived others once again. Hypocrisy, Shangguan You sneered inwardly. What was the Third Young Master Ye planning?

「In the Ye Family, within a study on the second floor.」

With a loud BANG, Ye An and Ye Zhiqiu were thrown out of the room by a powerful force of Spiritual Energy. They spat out mouthfuls of blood and collapsed on the ground, as the Third Young Master of the Ye Family radiated an icy chill, coldly gazing down at the pair on the floor.

"Young Master."

"Young Master." The two spat out the blood from their mouths and knelt on one knee before the Third Young Master, respectfully addressing him.

"You still recognize me as the Young Master? I thought you could no longer see my existence," said the Third Young Master coldly, his body languidly leaning against the sofa.

"Young Master, your marriage to An Ya was settled previously, and you did not object."

"So what if it was?" retorted the Third Young Master coldly. His lips curled into a smile that, while stunning, was so chilling it made one shiver.

"Young Master, it was Eldest Brother who arranged for you to marry An Ya. He had already decided this before our arrival. Surely you don’t want to break Eldest Brother’s heart; this is his only wish," Ye An said softly. The Third Young Master had given face to Eldest Brother earlier by not contesting the engagement to An Ya, but Ye An was certain the Young Master wouldn’t let them off so easily afterward. He hadn’t anticipated that the Young Master would become furious and confront them so soon.

"Young Master, what’s wrong with An Ya? Why don’t you even look at her?" Ye Zhiqiu asked, his heart aching. An Ya was his daughter. What about her wasn’t good enough for the Young Master? Why did the Young Master dislike An Ya so much?

"She’s good in every way."

"Then why don’t you want to marry her? Why?" Ye Zhiqiu, agitated, spat out another mouthful of blood. What did the Young Master mean? She was good, yet he was unwilling. Could it be that after ten years of reflection, his mind had regressed?

"It’s precisely because she’s too good that it all seems fake. You’ve been here reflecting for ten years. Speak only when you understand certain things. Otherwise, shut up, or get back to your reflection!" the Third Young Master said icily.

"Young Master, after ten years of deep reflection, I need no further contemplation. Whatever the Young Lord decides, I shall have no objections," Ye Zhiqiu replied quickly, his face pale. He didn’t want to be imprisoned again. Although An Ya was his daughter, whom he hadn’t seen in over a decade, she had said she wished to marry the Young Master.

"Young Master, An Ya holds you in her heart."

"HMPH. You’ve only met her once. How would you know she has me in her heart?" the Third Young Master said coldly. There were things he might not clearly remember, but that didn’t mean he could be manipulated. He, the Third Young Master Ye, always remembered grudges and repaid kindness.

"Young Master, although Eldest Brother is the acting Family Head, he is also our Eldest Brother. Moreover, his leg was injured saving you. Now that there’s a way to heal his leg, and considering how much he dotes on you, supporting you in everything, his current arrangements are for your own good. Why make Eldest Brother worry?" Ye An advised.

Regarding the Eldest and Third Young Masters Ye, Ye An was their brother, yet he had never truly understood them. When those two were together, they often spoke in riddles—a constant headache for Ye An, who usually stayed away from the main family estate.

"I know what to do. I’ve roamed freely for so long; it’s time to take back what’s mine in the Ye Family. I shouldn’t burden Eldest Brother with everything anymore. I will return to the main family. You," he said to Ye An, "go protect the girl. And you," he addressed Ye Zhiqiu, "stay here and continue your reflection. Don’t go anywhere." The Third Young Master spoke coldly.

Indeed, it was time to deal with these troubles. *Sigh*. In the past, he turned a blind eye, caring about nothing. But now, he had things and people he cared for, and he would protect them.

"Young Master, I wish to return to the main family for a visit," Ye Zhiqiu pleaded from the floor, looking earnestly at the Third Young Master.

"You are a sinner of the Ye Family. It’s best you continue reflecting here. When it’s time for you to return, you’ll be able to," the Third Young Master replied coldly, ignoring Ye Zhiqiu. He frowned deeply, lost in thought.

The banquet continued below. The Family Heads of the major families huddled together, as did their Young Masters. "Zhuge Family Head, why hasn’t Senior Meihua arrived yet? Do you know when the senior will come?" Li Chengqing asked Zhuge Feng. After numerous glasses of wine, he had scanned the room countless times without spotting Meihua. Who knew if they had hidden the senior?

"Indeed, why hasn’t the senior arrived yet?" Fang Qingsheng also scanned the surroundings, speaking indifferently.

"The senior left the Zhuge Family very early. I have no idea where the senior might be," Zhuge Feng replied, feigning anxiety. You all can act? So can I.

"HEH, perhaps the person is already here, and you just haven’t noticed," the Eldest Young Master of the Ye Family said with a light, crisp chuckle.

"Shangguan You, stop right there! Don’t think I’ll be afraid of you just because you’re from the Shangguan Family. If you have the guts, let’s spar!" a woman’s shrill voice echoed through the banquet hall. It was exceptionally piercing, and the previously noisy hall instantly fell silent.

All eyes turned towards the center. Unnoticed until now, Shangguan You was surrounded by a group of people. The one who had just shouted was An Ya.

Zhuge Feng checked his urge to step forward, and like the other Family Heads, merely watched from the sidelines. Their current status made it inappropriate for them to get involved.

"Miss An Ya, why should I spar with you?" Shangguan You’s languid voice sounded. If you want to embarrass yourself, go right ahead. I don’t have time to entertain you.

"Are you perhaps afraid of me, and that’s why you dare not?" An Ya continued. She was still fuming because the Third Young Master Ye had danced with her earlier. Now that she had Shangguan You, she was determined to crush her underfoot.

"HA. Give me one reason to compete with you," Shangguan You replied indifferently. She had merely wanted to go to the restroom when An Ya and a group of women surrounded her, unleashing a barrage of mockery. All it took was a single True Heart Curse from her, and An Ya started screaming. An Ya’s carefully maintained facade of nobility and sweetness instantly shattered.