Chapter 155-156: Song Xiaoyang's Injury/Night Xuan's Explanation

  March's island city was absolutely chilly and windy, with high humidity in the air. The wind blowing on her face felt like a knife cut, Luo Ye tightened her scarf and quickened her pace as she ran home. It took about twenty minutes to walk back from the villa, and if she ran, it wouldn't take even ten minutes. With such a short distance, Miss Luo naturally didn't bother taking a ride.

  As she approached the entrance of the municipal party committee's residential compound, Luo Ye spotted a familiar figure - her colleague Song Xiaoyang. Song was wearing only a thin coat, with no scarf around her neck, and looked gloomy with her head hung low. It was clear that she was in a terrible mood. Luo Ye had thought about slipping past without being noticed, but just as they were about to meet, Song's gaze swept over and caught hers. Luo Ye forced out a smile: "Sister Xiaoyang."

  Song Xiaoyang's conditioned reflex came to a halt, staring blankly at Luo Ye for a moment before squeezing out a forced smile: "Luo Ye, is school over?"

  "Yes, Little Yang, it's so late, where are you going? Why don't you wear more?" Luo Ye grasped Song Xiao Yang's palm and felt that it was icy cold, then put her own gloves on his hands to warm them up.

  "Luoye, would you like to sit with Xiaoyang for a bit?" Song Xiaoyang's tears, which she had been holding back, finally fell uncontrollably, like pearls rolling off a broken string.

  "Okay, I'll call home and let them know." Luo Ye said as she pulled out her phone.

  "Don't say I..."

  Before Song Xiaoyang could finish speaking, Luo Ye hastily interrupted: "I know." As soon as the words fell, the warm and gentle voice on the other end of the line picked up the phone: "Hello, who are you looking for?"

  "Mom, it's me. I'm having a gathering with classmates tonight, so don't wait for me for dinner. Um...I'm not sure what time I'll be back, I'll call you when I get back, okay? Bye!"

  Song Xiaoyang stared blankly at someone who had just hung up the phone: "Is that it?"

  "What else can we do?" Luo Ye said, stretching out her hand to stop a taxi: "Little Yang, tell the driver where we're going. Look at you, you're about to freeze into an ice block. It's really beautifully freezing."

  Song Xiaoyang sniffled: "I just want to find a quiet place, no one will disturb us can talk and drink, Ye'er is in charge."

  Looking at Song Xiaoyang like this, I guess he wants to use wine to dispel his worries. It's still more reassuring on his home turf, and if he gets drunk, it's easier to take care of him. After sitting down, Ye also figured out the address: "No. 128 Nanjing Road, Liangyou Hotel."

  "Alright!" The driver responded with a hearty shout, and the car had already sped away for a great distance.

  Lu Ye shook his head helplessly: "Your speed is too amazing, are all taxi drivers impatient?"

  "Little girl, what can we do? We drive taxis to make a living, but this car is rented and we have to pay rent. Time is money, you're still young and carefree, but when you get married and start a family, you'll understand how much it costs for rice, oil, salt and other necessities!" The driver was quite chatty, and Luo Ye's one sentence led him to ramble on.

  Jian Song Xiaoyang shivered. Luo Ye hastily said: "Master, can you turn up the air conditioner a bit? My sister was wearing too little when she went out."

  "Alright, young girls love beauty, but if you catch a chill and get sick, it'll be a lifetime of trouble." The driver said, turning up the air conditioning.

  After the air conditioner was turned up, the most obvious change is that the floating dust in the car started to fly around. The driver smiled apologetically: "Miss, bear with it for a moment, Lada's air conditioners are all like this. But this car is more durable than Xiali. Sigh, if I could drive a Santana one day, life would be great!"

  Song Xiaoyang couldn't help but interrupt: "Master, you're really good at joking, when the time comes and there's a Santana, you'll probably want an even better one!"

  "That's the thinking of you young people. It's good to have higher aspirations, but at my age now. As long as my parents are healthy, my wife is filial, my kids study well, I have a car I like to drive and make a living to support my family, that's all I need!"

  "You're easily satisfied." Song Xiaoyang sighed softly: "If everyone could think like you, it would be great."

  "This thing, once you understand it, is that with great ability comes great food, I'm just capable of this much, and if you want to force yourself to be better than you are, that's not getting along with yourself. So, being open-minded means letting yourself be happy is the right way!"

  "But how many can really understand?"

  Lu Ye comforted Song Xiaoyang, who was feeling down again. The driver glanced at them through the rearview mirror: "Miss, no matter how big a thing is, after it's over and you look back, it's all just small stuff!"

  ……

  "You all go out, I'll contact you internally if there's anything." After the wine and dishes were served, Luo Ye let the waiter leave. The large suite she booked was like a one-bedroom structure, not luxurious, but thinking about it, she knew that something must have happened to make Song Xiao Yang appear in this state, so she had to be careful.

  "Cheers, Yèr!"

  Before Luo Ye could speak, Song Xiao Yang downed a cup of wine and then refilled it. She raised the cup again and drank some more, before pouring another one... Luo Ye quickly stopped her: "Sister Xiao Yang, if you keep this up I'll call your family right away, believe me?"

  "No..." Song Xiaoyang buried his face in the table and began to sob.

  Luoye didn't persuade him, just occasionally handed over a paper towel to the other party, crying is also good, detoxifying!

  "You're also heartless, and you don't even try to comfort me!" Song Xiaoyang finally stopped crying.

  Lu Ye pouted: "The more you persuade me, the more I'll feel wronged, and the more I'll cry. Who knows, you might even persuade yourself to tears! This kind of thankless task, I'm not doing it!"

  "It's true, I feel much better after crying, I'm going to wash my face."

  After coming out of the bathroom, Song Xiaoyang's mood improved a lot. He poured himself and Luo Ye each a small cup: "Here, this cup of wine is filled with my gratitude, you must accept it!"

  Luoye smiled: "Actually, no need to thank you, you gave me such an expensive bangle, and that day even helped me save face, we're even now."

  "That's an old, outdated calendar. Nowadays, the Song family is no match for the Luo family, it's not even worth mentioning. After Grandfather retired, the Song family declined rapidly, and I truly experienced what it means to be cold-shouldered by others. You probably know why I came here today, but... " Song Xiaoyang covered his nose, unable to continue speaking."

  After calming down for a while, Song Xiaoyang smiled awkwardly: "I'm sorry to make Ye laugh, after all, it's someone I've loved for so many years, and it's not possible to just put it down."

  Lu Ye smiled calmly: "Emotional matters, no one can laugh at anyone else. Once you're in the emotional circle, how many people can really see through it? When they do see through it, it's often too late and things have changed, or this person never had feelings to begin with."

  "Could there be some misunderstanding between Ye Er and Ye Xuan?" Song Xiaoyang looked at Luo Ye in surprise.

  Lu Ye shook his head: "No, the books on morality are piled up with one another, and it's easy to talk about them naturally, but when it really comes to me, I may not be that clear-headed."

  Song Xiaoyang looked at Luo Ye with a hint of guilt: "To be honest, when I first recognized you as my sworn sister, my intentions were not pure. I saw Yang Xing's interest in you and also noticed your disregard for him. But I was worried that since you're living in the same courtyard, one day you'll end up liking him."

  It's you. I thought of making you his sworn sister, because I saw that kind of pride carved into your bones, and I believe that with this constraint, you will definitely not accept him.

  Later. When it was rumored that the Yang family wanted to form an alliance with the Luo family through marriage, I really got anxious and thought about finding an opportunity to talk to you, but before I could find one, unexpected results appeared.

  When I heard Ye Xuan announce that you are the future daughter-in-law of the Ye family, I was really happy. From the bottom of my heart, I don't want to ruin our relationship with you, I really like your personality. I really do, it's not just because I want to use you.

  "I originally thought that as long as I worked hard, one day he would discover my goodness and accept me. Who would have thought? Today, this time, he clearly told me that we can never be together and that I shouldn't waste my heart..." Song Xiaoyang choked up and couldn't continue speaking.

  Lu Ye hesitated for a moment: "Little Yang, I can basically guess what you said. I might as well tell you that when I agreed to be your sworn sister, it was because I wanted to put your mind at ease. I'm not blind, and it's clear from head to toe that you have feelings for Yang Xing. However, after loving him for so many years, can you tell me what exactly do you love about him?"

  "What is it about him that I love?" Song Xiaoyang muttered to herself, revealing a bitter smile: "Loving him has become a habit of mine. I like his good qualities and can tolerate his flaws."

  He said that he only wanted to make it clear to me because he didn't want me to get hurt even more, his marriage was destined to be linked with the prosperity of the family, and my Song family couldn't give him anything anymore.

  He told me so bluntly, but even so, I didn't hate him. I just clearly knew that this time, there was really no possibility between us!

  "Lu Ye tapped the table gently: "If, I mean if, the Yang family suddenly fell into trouble and Yang Xing found that only by marrying you could bring him fame and wealth, would you still agree to marry him?"

  "I think I will!" Song Xiaoyang painfully covered his forehead: "But there's no way, because he already has a girl who can help him by his side."

  "Huh?" Luo Ye looked at Song Xiao Yang in confusion.

  "Feng Qing, the eldest daughter of Feng's second brother, is the same age as Yang Xing, 18 years old this year. Today, she was also there, and Yang Xing said it right in front of her!" Song Xiaoyang finally spoke out the most heartbreaking truth.

  "Hmm... in other words, Feng Qing is very clear that Yang Xing is with her because of her family background, and she has also acquiesced to it. Can I understand it this way?" Luo Ye secretly smiled wryly in her heart, it seemed that many things had changed in this life. The meeting between Feng Qing and Yang Xing was three years earlier than in her previous life, and indeed, many things had changed because of her relationship with them. So, it was normal for the people around her to experience changes as well.

  "Yes, she's very clear about it. She just smiles and says, 'You can only be happy if you eat as much as you want.' Even a taxi driver can understand that logic, so why...why don't they get it? Hurting the people who love them, is it really worth it?"

  Touching the pain in her heart, Song Xiaoyang raised her glass and drank wildly again. Luo Ye didn't even bother to persuade her, thinking that someone like her was, bluntly put, asking for it - loving someone to the point of having no self-respect or principles was something she just couldn't understand.

  Before long, Song Xiaoyang became dazed and drunkenly gazed at Luo Ye: "I've discovered a secret, want...want to hear it?"

  "I don't want to!" Luoye wasn't interested in the true words spoken after drinking. It was better if the other party couldn't remember afterwards, but if they did, both parties would be embarrassed.

  "No way!" Song Xiaoyang stumbled over to Luo Ye's side, chuckling: "I'll tell you, Yang Xing's mom, my aunt Qian, didn't really want a divorce, it was just for Yang Xing's dad's promotion, great, huh?"

  Can you still get promoted after a divorce? Luo Ye rolled her eyes and didn't take it seriously, pulling Song Xiaoyang up: "Alright, you've had too much to drink, just stay here tonight."

  "No, I still want to drink, I just want to get drunk. Isn't it said that getting drunk can solve... a thousand worries? I'm not drunk yet, I want to get drunk..."

  Fortunately, Luo Ye's body was good, and she dragged and pulled Song Xiao Yang out of the door. The two waiters who were guarding outside saw the situation and hurriedly took over, "Go straight to the guest room upstairs." Luo Ye ordered.

  At that time, the first store of Liangyou Hotel was chosen. Luo Ye had thought about it just in case Song Xiaoyang got drunk and needed a place to stay. Liangyou has three stores in the city, which are integrated with food, accommodation and transportation. The first store is the closest to Luo's home.

  "I still want a drink... what are you doing?... kidnapping me? Let me go, let me go... I want to drink..."

  Watching him shouting and yelling from time to time. Song Xiaoyang, who was attracting attention with his antics, covered her face with her hand, this drunkard is really unbearable! After opening the room door, the four of them escorted her to the room, how humiliating!

  Think about it, Song Xiaoyang is usually so... hmm... not exactly a lady, but at least stable? Look at her now, she's just like a crazy woman. She doesn't want people to see that she and the crazy woman are together, covering her face.

  "Yè?" Her hand was suddenly pulled away, the voice was so familiar. Luò Yè had just thought to smile in response, but suddenly became angry instead. This dead man! He had promised to report back to her about Grandfather's household news, but since then there had been no word from him at all!

  If you don't want to help her, just say so. She's not someone who doesn't understand reason, does she need to be treated like that? A certain Ye let out a "humph" and continued on without looking back.

  Ya Tou is angry! Ye Xuan smiled wryly and quickly caught up, grabbing Luo Ye's arm: "Ye Er, it's so late, what are you doing here?"

  "What's it to you? Mr. Ye! Let go!" Certain Ye got angry, the consequences were severe. Big Brother Ye directly became Mr. Ye.

  Yexuan lowered his voice: "That... Ye'er, don't be childish? Someone is watching the joke."

  "Who is it?" Luo Ye said, opening the other hand covering her eyes as well. She didn't need to look around, the target was obvious - the three young men following behind Ye Xuan, their expressions... were not laughing at Ye Xuan's joke, but rather they were stunned and speechless.

  "Hello Miss Ye!"

  Lu Ye looked at them, and the three quickly came back to their senses. The only thing was that the title... had changed Lu Xiaojie's surname.

  "Yè ér xìng Luò bù xìng Yè." Yè Xuān gǎn jǐ jiě shì, suí zhī zhǐ zhe sān rén jiè shào: "Liáng Wǔ Píng, Liú Chūn, Lián Duō Xīng."

  "Hello! Goodbye!" Just arrived at the room booked by Luo Ye, replied with a sentence, and followed the service staff to turn in, "Bang!" The door closed.

  Ye Xuan smiled wryly and rubbed his head, seeing that the three of them had a "want to laugh but dare not" expression. He shouted: "What are you all following me for? Hurry back to your rooms and rest!"

  "Yes, boss!"

  The three of them quickly scattered in all directions, but as they did, their shoulders suspiciously shook and trembled.

  But as soon as Song Xiaoyang entered the room, he started stretching his neck. Fortunately, the waiter was experienced and with a bit of effort, Song Xiaoyang went into the bathroom.

  Looking at the crazy woman vomiting wildly on the toilet, several people showed a relieved expression. If she had vomited at the door or in the corridor, it would have been another exhausting night.

  "Good job, you two!" Luo Ye smiled at them.

  "It's our honor to serve Miss Luo, not a hardship at all!" The few people waved their hands repeatedly, but their eyes showed a hint of excitement. They were somewhat unclear about the specific identity of this young lady, but it was clear that she was a honored guest of the crown prince, and might even have a connection with Boss Sang.

  "Lu Ye looked at the two waiters who followed from the dining room: "Liu Xia, Li Ruilian, you two go back downstairs, no need to stay here."

  "Thank you, Miss Luo!" The two were excited and their small faces turned red. Being remembered by name was not a trivial matter for them; it was a kind of respect!

  "Ah!" The two of them were startled by the sudden appearance of Ye Xuan at the door, and then they both froze. They thought they had seen many handsome men before, but this one was truly rare, especially those deep, mysterious purple eyes that seemed to draw people in.

  Luoye heard the scream and guessed eight or nine out of ten. Seeing that Song Xiaoyang had been changed into clothes and lay down, she instructed two waiters: "Take good care of her tonight."

  "Alright, Miss Luo, don't worry!" The two of them nodded hastily.

  "She's awake, tell her I've gone home first, and if she has anything to do, call me." Luo Ye copied his phone number for the two: "In case something happens, you can call me."

  Said goodbye to the two, hugged the clothes and opened the door, still able to see two waiters teasing each other. The corners of her mouth twitched, and she dodged the big hand that was about to touch her head, walking straight towards the elevator door.

  "Yèr, has Big Brother Ye annoyed you?" Yè Xuān hastily followed up, this matter was indeed his fault, and it was necessary to explain clearly.

  Lu Ye gave him a glance: "How dare I offend Mr. Ye at night? Only Mr. Ye has the right to ignore people!"

  But after taking a glance, I found that the handsome guy at night seemed to have lost weight and looked more mature. Taking another glance, oh, it should be because he didn't shave his beard. It seems that he has transformed into a male model?

  Ye Xuan felt a bit uneasy being stared at, rubbed his chin: "I've been in a hurry for the past two days, didn't shave."

  "Yeah, I've got time, might as well shave, or people will think I'm almost forty."

  Luoye's words made Yexuan's lips curve upwards. Fortunately, the fact that he could tease him meant that this matter could still be explained, "Yexuan, can you do me a favor and sit with Big Brother Ye for a bit?"

  "Why? Do you think I'm a companion? After accompanying Song Xiaoyang, will I accompany you too? Don't I have an 'accompany' word on my face? Let me tell you, with your weight, when drunk, you can only be thrown onto the street. I won't take on this kind of job!"

  "Little girl, it's been a few months since we last met, and your ability to tease me has really improved..." Ye Xuan hesitated for a moment before suggesting: "It's late at night. Let's not go too far, come to my room instead, okay?"

  "Hey, I'm a lady, got it? Trying to tarnish my reputation?"

  "Yè ér, if it weren't for the circumstances, I wouldn't make such an unreasonable request. For now, I really can't go to your home, or rather, can't enter your courtyard, but here is no problem. If you trust Yè Dàgē and acknowledge him as a friend, then let's talk. If not, I won't force it."

  Looking at someone's suddenly serious face, Luo Ye really wanted to slap him, meow, why did he feel threatened?

  Arriving at the single room of Ye Xuan's residence, Luo Ye sat on the sofa and said, "Speak, what do you want to talk about? However, if it's something I shouldn't know, there's no need to make an exception. I still think my head is firmly attached, and knowing too many secrets can easily lead to losing one's head - this principle I understand."

  "Yèr, don't tease Dàgē at night, okay?" Yè Xuān was really at a loss with this little girl, her mouth was so sharp that he didn't know how to defend himself.

  "No harm done, I'm telling the truth, just like how I accompanied Song Xiaoyang earlier? If I wasn't careful, I would have overheard a secret. Actually, I didn't want to hear it, but once you've heard something, you can't take it back, right? So when I came to Ye Da's place, I thought it was better to clarify things first."

  "Hmph, she agreed and then didn't contact me for half a year. Can't she even be bothered to have some courtesy? The most annoying thing is people who don't keep their promises. Too busy to even make a phone call? And the key point is, if I don't run into her tonight, who knows when we'll meet again?"

  "Yèr, I previously promised to help you keep an eye on the Wēn family's affairs with sincerity, but suddenly that matter became complicated. Then, Liú Zhèngxíng's case was put on trial again. Your father wasn't close to Liú Zhèngxíng before, and most of the materials were provided by him. The sensitive relationship between him and this case I don't need to say, you should understand."

  The most critical thing is that during the trial of Liu Zhengxing's case, there were constant interferences from above. In the end, this case was transferred to our department and I was specifically in charge of it.

  As soon as I took charge of this matter, someone raised an objection, which was the previous rumor that Ye Er was the quasi-daughter-in-law of the Night House. Their excuse was that I might lose my stance in this case.

  I'm very clear about the impact of Liu's case on your family, in other words, if this matter is successful for some people and Liu Zhengxing really gets his case overturned, then the first person to be unlucky will be your father.

  I personally participated in the investigation of this case, so I naturally understand that everything is not a miscarriage of justice against Liu Zhenghang. Some people are just afraid that the more they drag on, the more they will touch his fundamental interests. Therefore, I even more insist on taking the lead in trying this case myself.

  "As for the matter of Ye Er being the fiancée of the Night House, I denied it and promised them that before the case is closed, I will not have any contact with anyone from the Luo family. And I also warned Seventh Uncle and Jiang Que not to leak my message to you. That's roughly what happened. Now that things are basically settled, even if we didn't meet tonight, within half a month, I should be able to get in touch with you and give you an explanation."

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