Chapter 80 Visiting Relatives

With this comparison, isn't it immediately clear which two people are of higher or lower character, and whether they are kind or evil?

"Aunt!"

"But that woman has such a terrible reputation, and she even eloped with another man to Hong Kong and stayed there for two whole years. Are you really willing to accept her as our daughter-in-law?"

Su Yufeng was naturally very concerned about her future daughter-in-law's public image.

But she also understands that when judging a person, one cannot make a conclusion based solely on what others say.

Moreover, regardless of whether her son ultimately chooses Qiao Wanyin to stay with her, she has long since given up on considering Fang Wanyu as a potential daughter-in-law.

A person who always likes to gossip and spread rumors about others.

How kind and trustworthy can they be?

Su Yufeng sighed softly, feeling somewhat disappointed, but her tone remained gentle.

"Wanyu, you are the child I watched grow up. I always thought you were a well-behaved, sensible, and sensible girl."

"But I was a little surprised and disappointed to hear you say such a thing today."

Her voice lowered a few decibels, "I feel that you've changed... I'm also a little tired, let's call it a day, you should go home and rest early too."

Before Fang Wanyu could offer any further explanation, Su Yufeng slowly stood up, turned around, and walked out of the study.

Fang Wanyu remained standing in the same spot, her face turning deathly pale in an instant.

She stared blankly in the direction Su Yufeng had left, her mind replaying those words over and over again.

What did Su Yufeng just say?

She means...

Am I not kind?

snort!

Fang Wanyu bit her lower lip, a hint of anger rising in her eyes.

It must have been Qiao Wanyin who used sweet words to completely bewitch Su Yufeng!

She gave a cold laugh and secretly made a vow in her heart.

Okay, we'll see!

Thinking of this, she suddenly stood up straight.

She jumped up from her chair with a "whoosh," composed herself, and prepared to leave.

Just as she was about to turn around, her eyes suddenly caught sight of a wooden cabinet in the corner of the study.

It was a jade ornament with a unique shape and exquisite carving.

Upon discovering that Su Yufeng had left the study, she immediately realized that this was a rare opportunity.

She looked around to make sure no one was watching, then quickly stepped forward and carefully took the jade ornament off the cabinet.

She then quickly looked around to make sure no one was near before hiding it in a deep pocket inside her clothes.

After she finished doing all this, she couldn't help but look a little flustered.

He quickly adjusted his expression and pushed open the study door to leave.

But just then, she looked up and bumped right into Lin Maihe and Qiao Wanyin, who had just returned home.

Why are you at our house again?

As soon as Lin Maihe entered the house, she saw her standing at the door, a smile still on her face, and her tone turned cold.

Fang Wanyu's heart tightened, but she still forced herself to remain calm, forcing a smile as she said naturally, "Xiao He, I just came in and saw that Auntie didn't seem to be in a good mood. Why don't you go in and keep her company? I'll be going now."

After saying that, he nodded to the two of them.

Lin Maihe watched her hurried departure and couldn't help but mutter to herself.

"Why is this guy being so secretive? He's probably up to something bad again."

Where did you two go?

Just as she finished speaking, a deep voice came from the stairwell.

Lin Li'an was slowly walking down from the second floor, his brows slightly furrowed, his gaze shifting between the two people.

Qiao Wanyin looked up at him, a familiar smile appearing on her face.

"Since I've come all the way to the city, I'll naturally have Xiao He show me around."

Lin Li'an pursed his lips, seemingly pondering what to say.

In the end, she simply hummed in agreement, without immediately refuting or questioning, and continued walking down the stairs step by step.

A slightly bitter feeling welled up inside me.

He knew it! No wonder he hadn't seen her all day...

"Come here for a moment, I have something to tell you."

He walked to the center of the living room and stood still, raising his eyes slightly.

Qiao Wanyin blinked, pointed to her nose, and asked with slight surprise, "Looking for me?"

Lin Li'an frowned slightly.

"Who did you say it was? Besides you, who else here is my fiancée?"

Lin Maihe, who had intended to continue observing the situation, was stunned with an embarrassed expression upon hearing this.

I was speechless: This atmosphere...

This is so subtle!

She shouldn't be here anymore.

You should have gone back to your room.

So he quickly chuckled awkwardly, "Hehe, you guys chat, you guys chat, I'll go check on Mom first!"

Without waiting for their response, he practically fled the living room.

Only Qiao Wanyin was left standing there.

Did I do something wrong?

Or was it because Fang Wanyu said something detrimental to her again?

Thinking about these things made her feel even heavier.

As she pondered the possible reasons, she felt a growing sense of unease.

Before Qiao Wanyin could even speak in her defense...

Lin Li'an had already grasped her wrist with his slightly cold hands.

He led her slowly toward the study.

"Bang--"

The sound was exceptionally clear the moment the door closed.

Qiao Wanyin subconsciously took a small step back and leaned gently against the door.

At that moment, her thoughts became chaotic.

And all of this was simply because he was too close.

Lin Li'an rested one hand near her ear, leaned slightly forward, and stared intently at her.

Several big question marks immediately popped into Qiao Wanyin's mind.

"I only had three days of leave to come back and visit my family, don't you remember?"

The man's voice rang out in a low voice.

Qiao Wanyin raised her head and blinked her slightly misty eyes.

"Huh? What?"

"Are you... talking about your vacation?"

She asked tentatively, a hint of hesitation on her face.

The two were standing far too close.

She quietly clenched her hands, her fingertips gripping the hem of her dress with slight force.

Lin Li'an remained silent.

There was no further action, nor was there any retreat.

Outside the window, the setting sun is slowly sinking into the sky.

A sliver of light filtered into the room through the gaps in the curtains.

Why are you avoiding me?

He finally spoke again.

For a moment, she almost thought she had misheard.

How could a strong and composed man like Lin Li'an speak in such a voice?

Qiao Wanyin couldn't help but frown, her face full of surprise: "I wasn't avoiding you."

She said it very sincerely, and a sense of grievance began to surface in her heart.

After all, she never intended to run away from anyone.

Lin Li'an's gaze suddenly deepened.

He paused for a moment, then added softly, "All day."

Then he raised his eyes and gazed at her.

I've been looking for you all day!

"So what?"

Qiao Wanyin frowned.

"What else?"

Lin Li'an lowered his voice.