Chapter 260: Chapter 259: Zealous Courting
At that mont, Gongsun Shengheng caught up. "Sister, what just happened?" he asked Gongsun Linglong. "Even the Ancestor, who has always doted on you, was so furious. And to my surprise, he actually defended that punk."
Gongsun Linglong replied, "It’s not the Ancestor’s fault. He was deceived. But this is not over! We can’t let this go!"
"Sister, are you absolutely certain he was the robber from last night?" Gongsun Shengheng asked.
"I’m positive," Gongsun Linglong said coldly. "He’s not just a robber; he’s a shaless scoundrel!"
Gongsun Shengheng asked in horror, "Sister... after we passed out last night, did he... do sothing monstrous to you?"
"What are you implying? Didn’t I already explain what happened?" Gongsun Linglong snapped, irritated by his poor choice of words. Gongsun Shengheng imdiately apologized, and only then did she drop the subject.
Gongsun Shengheng then said, "It seems we need to find a way to get rid of that punk." He quickly added with apprehension, "But if we try sothing and the Ancestor finds out, we’ll die a miserable death!" After all, Ye Fan could converse with Gongsun Chou as an equal. He was clearly a man of high standing. Gongsun Shengheng seriously doubted if he was capable enough to move against such a person.
Gongsun Linglong’s voice turned icy. "Hmph. Even if we can’t give him a fatal lesson, we must teach him one he’ll never forget. Let him learn the terrible price of offending the two of us."
When Gongsun Linglong was truly angry, even Gongsun Shengheng felt a chill. He was reminded of a tiless truth: one should not offend a powerful man, but one must never, ever offend a woman. A woman bent on revenge was a terrifying thing.
Gongsun Linglong’s alluring lips parted. "I’ll use myself to seduce him. A honey trap is guaranteed to work!"
She was truly going all out, and it was enough to make Gongsun Shengheng shudder. His sister’s thods of revenge were truly ruthless and decisive!
"Sister, isn’t that too risky?" Gongsun Shengheng asked.
"Risky? I don’t think so!" Gongsun Linglong was brimming with confidence. She was sure she could make Ye Fan so disgraced he wouldn’t be able to hold his head high in front of Gongsun Chou.
"No, we need a backup plan!" Gongsun Shengheng said imdiately.
"What kind of plan?" Gongsun Linglong asked, puzzled. She couldn’t imagine what better strategy her brother could co up with; her own plan was clearly superior.
Gongsun Shengheng explained, "We can redirect the trouble onto him. There are plenty of old families in Jinn who are at odds with our Gongsun Family. We can get this kid to pick a fight with them, venting our family’s frustrations for us. Regardless of the outco, we’ll be the ones who profit in the end."
"No. Your plan is good, but to be safe and ensure he doesn’t see through it, I must be the one to do it!"
Confronted with his sister’s stubborn insistence, Gongsun Shengheng was at a complete loss. The two of them imdiately began to flesh out the details of their plot.
The next day, Ye Fan was preparing to return to Jiangning when Gongsun Linglong arrived.
"Mr. Ye," she greeted him.
Ye Fan instinctively took a defensive stance. "You’re not here for revenge again, are you?" The previous day’s events were still vivid in his mind. He wanted nothing to do with this woman and thought it best to avoid her at all costs.
But Gongsun Linglong’s deanor had completely changed. She flicked her captivating long hair and said softly, "Mr. Ye, I actually ca to apologize."
"Apologize for what?"
Ye Fan was taken aback. He hadn’t expected her to approach him like this. Looking at the alluring woman before him, a shiver unexpectedly ran down his spine. Unsolicited favors an she’s up to no good.
Gongsun Linglong continued, "I’ve thought it over carefully. The man from that night definitely wasn’t you, Mr. Ye, and yet I acted so unreasonably toward you. So, I am truly sorry. Please, forgive my mistake." Her deanor was the picture of sincerity, but inwardly she was sneering. You little thief, I’ll never let you off the hook. You’ll soon find out what the consequences are!
Ye Fan smiled. "It’s no problem. I’m used to being misunderstood."
His words made Gongsun Linglong feel sick. This guy is spouting utter nonsense! But for the sake of her revenge, she couldn’t afford to blow her cover now.
Gongsun Linglong quickly said, "Mr. Ye, to show my sincerity, I’d like to treat you to a al!"
"That’s not necessary," Ye Fan said imdiately. "I’m in a hurry, so maybe so other ti. Besides, I really don’t bla you!" In truth, how could he dare to bla her? He had taken her belongings and gotten the better of her. Escaping unscathed was already a stroke of incredible luck.
But Gongsun Linglong pressed, her eyes glistening. "Mr. Ye, are you looking down on ?"
"No, not at all, absolutely not!" Ye Fan insisted.
"No, Mr. Ye. If you’re going to dismiss , then you can just leave! I’ll never be able to forgive myself for having wronged such an outstanding man!"
Backed into a corner, Ye Fan knew he couldn’t leave. "Alright, fine," he sighed. "I’m not a casual kind of guy, but if it’s just a al, I suppose I can make an exception." He then added, "But let’s get one thing straight. This is just a simple al. Don’t get any funny ideas about !"
This last line nearly made Gongsun Linglong gag. It was disgusting. As if I would be that kind of woman. Her plan was already set: get him drunk, tie him up, and then enact her revenge.
Ye Fan settled into her sports car, the interior filled with a faint, feminine fragrance. He couldn’t help but steal a few glances at Gongsun Linglong.
In her mind, Gongsun Linglong was cursing him. Shaless lecher! So you admit you’re a thief, but you’re also a pervert! And you have the gall to put on such a righteous act!
If Ye Fan knew her thoughts, he would be speechless with exasperation. What’s the point of being beautiful if people aren’t allowed to look? Since when is that a cri?
Around afternoon, they arrived at a restaurant. After they finished their al, Ye Fan insisted that he really had to leave. He couldn’t keep putting it off.
"I really have to go now," he said.
Just then, Gongsun Linglong’s shoulders began to shake as she started to cry.
Ye Fan was baffled. Everything had been fine, so why the tears? He asked, "What are you crying about?"
"I’m a lonely woman," she sobbed. "To everyone else, I’m just a pampered rich girl, but only I know how lonely I am! No one wants to be my friend. I’m facing so much pressure from my family, and I feel so isolated and helpless. I just wanted to let out so of my feelings... I’m sorry, Mr. Ye. I’ve made a fool of myself."
Ye Fan said, "It’s alright. Everyone has their own struggles. You just have to try and look on the bright side."
Gongsun Linglong wiped away her tears. "I want to go drinking. Mr. Ye, will you co with ?" She knew this was the critical mont. She put on her most pitiable and vulnerable expression, an irresistibly charming look that was truly intoxicating.
Ye Fan replied, "Actually, when you’re feeling down, it’s better to go for a walk. There’s no need to harm your body with alcohol."
Still playing the prude, are you? You lecher! You probably can’t wait! Gongsun Linglong sneered inwardly, preparing to dial up her efforts to ensnare him.
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