Chapter 505 Abnormal

Xia Ke seemed unaware of the gazes of the people around her. She was still immersed in her own world, occasionally letting out a few neurotic chuckles, as if she was enjoying some kind of black humor that only she could understand.

The atmosphere in the VIP room became heavier. Xia Ke's illness and her abnormal behavior made this afternoon tea full of anxiety and tension.

Everyone is waiting for further developments in the situation, while also being secretly alert in their hearts, ready to deal with any emergencies that may arise.

Since the reason for this visit is the interaction between the Su family and the Xia family.

Su Xue naturally plays a connecting role.

She looked at Xia Ke, who had been pushed to the table by the head maid, and said with a smile, "It's been two years since we last met, Miss Xia. You've changed a lot."

If it is a formal social occasion, Su Xue will not directly poke other people's sore spots.

The reason why a girl changes so much may be because she has suffered a huge blow.

For example, her parents passed away.

But this time, Li Muhan and others came for Xia Ke, and Xia Ke was obviously not normal now.

Li Muhan even felt that she was not a human being.

"......Who are you."

Xia Ke glanced at Su Xue, then quickly lowered his head, as if he didn't dare to look Su Xue in the eye. She had many secrets in her heart, and Xia Ke didn't want her secrets to be exposed to these people too early.

But she doesn't know how to hide it.

Couldn't even change the subject.

It's like a frightened little animal that wants to run away immediately when it encounters fear and stimulation.

"Don't you remember me? I had the pleasure of speaking with you at the cocktail party two years ago. I benefited greatly from your suggestions for the future development of the Xia family's industry and your plans to enter the art industry."

"Ah...! I, I remember now, yes, that's right... Yeah."

Xia Ke nodded immediately as if he was taking advantage of the situation, and then imitated Su Xue's appearance and tried to force out a calm smile.

But in the eyes of others, the smile on her thin face at this moment looked extremely bleak.

"In that case, I came here today to have a preliminary conversation about the future cooperation between the Xia and Su families. The eldest young master of the Xia family is probably not in Tianhai City right now, so I think you, Miss Xia, are the best person to contact. That's why I came here rashly. Please forgive me."

Su Xue changed the topic quickly, as if she didn't want to give Xia Ke more time to think.

She could sense that the girl was hiding something, and she was not very good at hiding her inner thoughts. This continuous jumping of topics that prevented her from thinking deeply was intended to reveal her true colors.

"Ms. Xia Ke, I heard that you have unique insights into your family's business. Could you share some with me?"

Xia Ke's face turned pale in an instant, her eyes began to flicker, and her fingers unconsciously stroked the armrests of the wheelchair, looking extremely uneasy.

When faced with Su Xue's questions about the family business, Xia Ke's answers were hesitant, and he clearly lacked understanding of family affairs.

"I... I'm not particularly clear about these things," Xia Ke's voice was so low that it was almost inaudible. Her eyes wandered, not daring to meet Su Xue's gaze: "Family affairs have always been managed by my father and brother. I, I rarely get involved."

Su Xue's eyes were sharp as knives. She had obviously noticed Xia Ke's abnormality and continued to ask, "But as far as I know, the Xia family is very strict in training its members. As the eldest daughter of the Xia family, how could you not know anything about the family? Moreover, two years ago, when we had a brief conversation, you told me that you knew every business of the family very well. You also said that you didn't want to be a burden to the family. Even if you have a physical defect, you want to face the world with dignity as a member of the Xia family. These words of yours have left a deep impression on me, Miss Xia."

Xia Ke's nervousness reached its peak at this moment. She began to bite her nails unconsciously, a typical sign of anxiety. Her breathing became rapid, the smile on her lips became stiff, and a glint of panic flashed in her eyes.

"I...I don't know," Xia Ke's voice began to tremble. Her other hand tightly grasped the edge of the wheelchair, and her knuckles turned white from the force. "Please forgive me, I don't feel well today."

Xia Ke's illness was fully revealed to everyone at this moment.

She began talking to herself, as if having a conversation with herself, trying to calm her fears: "It's okay, it's okay, everything will be fine."

At this moment, 035, who had been watching the conversation, suddenly glanced to the side.

She saw that the maid named Lu Keke had walked to the side of the head maid, looking anxious as if she was requesting something.

"...I, is there anything we can do? Miss Xia is already very emotionally unstable."

"We can't interrupt the ladies' tea party."

After enhancing his auditory perception system, 035 could clearly hear the conversation between the two.

Li Muhan also heard this conversation, but he was more curious about why 035 cared so much about the maid named Lu Keke.

From the moment she entered the room, 035 had not paid the slightest attention to the other maids, not even Xia Ke. Her attention was often focused on the maid named Lu Keke.

"...Please, please do something."

Lu Keke almost begged.

The maid sighed.

So she took two steps forward and came to the small tea table.

Her voice was calm and sympathetic. "Dear Miss Su, and everyone present, please forgive my rudeness. I understand your concern and questions for Miss Xia. Miss Xia Ke has shown extraordinary talent and loyalty to her family since she was young. Unfortunately, however, since the unfortunate death of her parents, Miss Xia has suffered a great blow, which has had a significant impact on her mental state. She has been working hard to overcome this difficult time, but sometimes, memories and sorrows of the past still come unexpectedly and affect her mood."

The head maid turned her gaze towards Xia Ke, her eyes full of love and protection:

"Ms. Xia is a strong and courageous woman who refused to let these personal struggles interfere with her responsibilities and commitments to her family. She once had a thorough understanding of family affairs, but please understand that even the strongest people sometimes struggle. Today, Ms. Xia may simply be feeling a little unwell, but this does not diminish our respect and support for her."

As she spoke, the maid gently placed her hand on Xia Ke's shoulder.

Xia Ke's body trembled slightly, and then slowly regained her composure. She raised her head and looked at Su Xue.

"...I'm really sorry, Miss Su. My emotions are very unstable right now. Can we talk another day?"

"sure."

Su Xue also knew that if they continued to argue, they would be in the wrong. After all, it was just a suspicion and there was no direct evidence to show that Xia Ke was involved in those events.

Just as they stood up and were about to leave, Xia Yue suddenly rushed to Xia Ke's wheelchair.

In full view of everyone, Xia Yue did something that shocked everyone.

She suddenly opened her mouth and bit Xia Ke's neck.