Only Chen Xin'e and Yin Heng remained in the room.

"Young Master Yin, if I may be so bold as to ask you a question, please answer me honestly."

"Auntie, please ask."

What are your thoughts on Jin En?

Yin Heng had already guessed that Chen Xin'e was going to ask him about this matter.

He answered truthfully, "To be honest, my marriage to Miss Xu was arranged by our elders. My grandfather kept his promise and didn't want to mistreat Miss Xu. However, I have received a modern education from Westerners and I advocate for freedom of marriage. I want to choose someone I love and who knows me to walk hand in hand with me into marriage. But Miss Xu and I are not compatible in terms of personality. So I'm sorry."

Chen Xin'e was overjoyed upon hearing Yin Heng's reply.

As long as Yin Heng is determined not to marry Xu Jin'en, Old Master Yin can't do anything about it.

You should know that Yin Heng is the only son in the Yin family. Old Master Yin's son died early, and Yin Heng was raised by Old Master Yin from the age of three. Old Master Yin doted on his grandson.

Therefore, in order to make his grandson happy, Yin Lao would ultimately compromise on things that Yin Heng didn't want to do.

"Hey, to be honest, a boy as outstanding as you could marry any woman you wanted. My fourth daughter grew up in the countryside, so naturally she can't compare to the rich girls in the city. It's understandable that you don't like her."

"Besides, she was held by a group of bandits for a day and a night, so she's probably not clean anymore."

Chen Xin'e's last words were like a thorn piercing Yin Heng's heart.

Although he didn't like Xu Jin'en, he had no intention of marrying her.

But now, she is still Yin Heng's fiancée. With the reputation of being Yin's fiancée hanging over his head, and the news of her being kidnapped by bandits for an entire night getting out, who knows how people will laugh at him behind his back.

Thinking of this, a shadow crossed Yin Heng's handsome face.

This marriage must be settled as soon as possible.

Chen Xin'e was good at reading people's expressions and could tell that Yin Heng was extremely displeased at the moment, so she pressed her advantage.

"Young Master Yin, the Yin family and the Xu family are old friends. When my grandfather was alive, he and Old Master Yin were sworn brothers. They hope that the relationship between our two families will become even closer, so they arranged this marriage. Sooner or later, the military power of the Yin family will be handed over to you, Young Master Yin. A marriage alliance with our Xu family would be a great thing for you, Young Master Yin."

Yin Heng looked at Chen Xin'e: "Aunt Xu, what do you mean?"

Chen Xin'e smiled and said, "You and Wei'er are childhood sweethearts. You should understand her feelings for you. I raised this girl by my side since she was a child. Although she is not very smart, she is quite reasonable. If you are also willing, marrying Wei'er will not violate the marriage agreement between the Yin and Xu families, and you can also gain an advantage for yourself. What do you think?"

Yin Heng pondered for a moment, then chuckled and said, "I truly love Wei'er. If Aunt Xu agrees, I will discuss this matter with my grandfather. If he agrees, I will choose an auspicious day to propose marriage."

"Hehe, Young Master Yin is a smart man. Then I wish us to become family soon."

...

As Chen Xin'e and Yin Heng were plotting, a graceful figure walked into the Xu family home.

The security guard quickly ran towards Chen Xin'e's residence.

"Madam... Fourth Miss is back!"

Upon hearing that Bai Qianmo had returned to the manor, both Chen Xin'e and Yin Heng's expressions darkened.

Chen Xin'e frowned deeply.

"Looks like this girl is really lucky; she actually managed to run back on her own."

I thought Xu Jin'en was probably doomed this time, but I didn't expect her to come back alive.

Hmph, why is this girl still alive?

If she dies or is kidnapped by bandits and taken to a mountain stronghold to be their wife, then her marriage to Yin Heng will naturally be called off.

Then, Wei'er can rightfully marry into the Xu family.

But now that this girl is back, everything needs to be reconsidered.

"Quickly invite Miss Fourth to my place." Chen Xin'e was curious about what Xu Jin'en looked like now.

After being ravaged by a gang of bandits, how dare she come back?

"Yes, Madam!" The gatekeeper ran out.

A moment later, Bai Qianmo slowly walked into the house.

Her face and clothes were covered in dust, but she looked fairly neat overall, unlike what Chen Xin'e had imagined.

"Madam!"

Bai Qianmo walked to the center of the room.

Chen Xin'e's sharp gaze scrutinized Bai Qianmo, as if searching for some clue.

"Jin'en, I heard from Wei'er that you were kidnapped by bandits. How did you manage to come back all by yourself?"

“It was Zhang, the adjutant of the governor’s office, who led his men to rescue me. The bandits were outnumbered and abandoned me and ran away.”

Did those bandits give you any trouble?

Bai Qianmo knew exactly what Chen Xin'e was asking.

She deliberately feigned a flustered expression while suppressing her complex emotions.

Seeing all this, Chen Xin'e thought she was feeling guilty and secretly sneered. A beautiful young woman falling into the hands of a group of bandits, one can only imagine what she had gone through last night.

"Child, don't be afraid, tell me what happened to you last night?"

Bai Qianmo lowered her eyes, her expression one of utter heartbreak.

"Madam, you'd better not ask."

Upon hearing these words, Yin Heng became even more certain that the fourth young lady of the Xu family was no longer a virgin.

A wave of disgust washed over him, but this time he was determined to get his grandfather's permission to annul the engagement.