Shangguan You nodded and opened the box in her hands. A dazzling red light flashed, montarily blinding her. A ruby necklace lay quietly inside, its resplendent radiance shimring throughout the entire hall, filling it with flickering red light.
"A top-grade ruby? ’The One and Only Love,’" Gui Mo let out a soft exclamation, gazing at the brilliantly glowing necklace with an indescribable sourness in his tone. He had known Shangguan You longer than Yu Zifeng had, but now Yu Zifeng had gotten ahead of him. Yu Zifeng and Shangguan You were already engaged, but engagent wasn’t marriage, so he still held onto hope. However, this ruby necklace was an additional sting to Gui Mo and the others.
"You, do you like it?" Yu Zifeng asked with a chuckle. He had also seen the instant surprise on Shangguan You’s face. Seeing her expression, he felt very satisfied; as long as You liked it, that was all that mattered. Third Master Ye’s deep eyes flickered rapidly, the sourness in them intensifying as his gaze towards Yu Zifeng beca even more hostile.
"Brother Zifeng, this is too precious," Shangguan You couldn’t help but refuse, her eyes briefly scanning Third Master Ye, who had been coldly neglected.
"You, this is a gift for you. If you don’t want it, you can just throw it away."
"This, Brother Zifeng, this..."
"You, if Zifeng gives you sothing, just keep it. Besides, it’s normal for him to give you gifts—you two are fiancés now," Yu Zhibin spoke with a hearty laugh, his eyes full of mirth as he looked at Shangguan You and nodded approvingly.
"Grandfather Yu, but this item is too valuable. I really can’t accept it."
"You, if the Yu Family’s young man is giving it, then you just keep it. You’re fully entitled to accept it, and you should. Although the thing is a bit common and not worthy of my granddaughter, we should still give the Yu Family so face," Shangguan Zhi shook his head with a look of pride.
"You, keep it. This young man, Zifeng, has put in quite the effort. You can’t let his sincerity be in vain, right?" Yu Jiaqi said with a big laugh, teasing her.
"That’s right, it’s rare for this young fellow to finally co to his senses."
"This ruby is rather tacky. Jia Yong, is this the best your family can offer?" Shangguan Hao comnted indifferently. Though the ruby was beautiful, he felt it still wasn’t worthy of his daughter.
The elders teased one after another, while Shangguan You’s lips maintained a faint smile. Yu Zifeng’s handso face reddened slightly, and Shangguan Qing, playing the role of a dutiful older brother, kept a protective watch over Shangguan You, preventing other n from approaching her.
Other n looked on with various shades of envy and resentnt towards Yu Zifeng, including Third Master Ye, who was practically radiating jealousy. Second Master Ye perceived the sourness emanating from Third Master Ye and couldn’t help but take a few steps back, thoughtfully observing Yu Zifeng. The elders watched the scene with smiles on their faces.
Temporarily putting their recent troubles behind them, they looked at the younger generation with amiable laughter. With Shangguan You’s return, the hearts of both the Shangguan and Yu Families felt settled, as if they had taken a tranquilizer. Over the past three months, aside from the Shangguan and Lin Families, everyone else thought Shangguan You was just out traveling. No one knew she had gone with Lin ngjie. Even the Yu and Shangguan Families kept silent, as the matter was too unbelievable. The fewer people who knew about it, the better.
However, as spring blood, many things and changes occurred in Beijing and even internationally. The current situation was becoming increasingly abnormal and eerie. It was starting to exceed their capabilities, so those who had kept a low profile once again had no choice but to gather at the Shangguan Family to discuss matters.
"Elder Zhi, let’s talk about our affairs tomorrow," Yu Zhibin was the first to bid farewell to Shangguan Zhi, and the others followed suit. The once lively Shangguan ho reverted to its forr quietness. Third Master Ye and Second Master Ye were repeatedly ignored. It wasn’t until everyone else had departed that the Shangguan family finally registered Third Master Ye’s presence again. As he left, those secretly following him also disappeared.
"Grandpa, Uncle, Aunt, Dad, Brother Qing, Third Master Ye and Second Master Ye will be staying with our family for a few days," Shangguan You said, feeling her scalp tingle under the questioning gazes of her family. Coupled with Third Master Ye’s sour look, Shangguan You felt she had no choice but to bite the bullet and introduce them to her family again.
"My life was saved by You, so wherever she goes, I go." Feeling the slightly hostile gazes of the Shangguan family, Third Master Ye’s lips curled up slightly. With an air of dominance, he stepped towards Shangguan You, forcefully grasped her hand, and spoke with deep affection.
The words he uttered almost made Shangguan You and the Shangguan Family’s blood boil.
"The mont You awakened , I pledged my life to her. From then on, I’ve been her man, and she has been my woman." Fearing his previous statent wasn’t emphatic enough, Third Master Ye flashed a wicked smile and added two more declarations.
"Third Master Ye, what nonsense are you spouting?" Shangguan You’s face flushed. That bastard Third Master Ye! How could he say such things? I really regret bringing them ho – isn’t this just asking for trouble?
"You, you have to take responsibility for . How can you just turn your back on now?" Third Master Ye’s words once again made Shangguan You stagger, nearly causing her to fall. The looks the Shangguan Family gave Third Master Ye beca more complex.
"Third Master Ye, is it?" Shangguan Zhi asked gravely, eyeing the very serious Third Master Ye.
"Yes, Grandpa." Third Master Ye set aside his earlier teasing deanor and regarded Shangguan Zhi with full respect. He knew that gaining their acceptance depended on the old man.
"What are your thoughts on Ye Shaoyu’s situation?"
Shangguan Zhi’s question startled Third Master Ye. Shangguan You also hadn’t expected her grandfather to ask this.
"Grandpa, although he is my older brother, I’ve heard from You about what happened to him, and I know he has done many things behind my back. But as for the Ye Family’s affairs, once I’ve recovered from my injuries, I will resolve them myself. Our Ye Family will take full responsibility for any losses incurred by then," Third Master Ye said, his deep eyes glancing around, his tone sowhat heavy. He would naturally handle the Ye Family’s matters.
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