Chapter 35 Just Playing Around
The banquet at the Prime Minister's residence was not held at the Prime Minister's residence, but on the moat outside the city, so the carriage swayed and bumped as it went out.
Xie Qingran and Xie Hanyue sat in the same carriage. After getting in, Xie Qingran leaned against the soft cushion behind her, closed her eyes and didn't say anything.
She didn't want to provoke Xie Hanyue for no reason; she just wanted to get through these two months peacefully before her wedding.
Unfortunately, the tree may wish to remain still, but the wind will not cease.
"Sister, you're really something! You've even won over Father. You must be very proud of yourself, aren't you?"
"But do you think you've won just like that?"
Xie Hanyue clutched her handkerchief, her voice low but unable to conceal her resentment and hatred.
Before Xie Qingran returned, everything in the Xie family belonged to Xie Hanyue alone. It was because of this person that she started to compete with her as soon as she returned!
Xie Hanyue may look weak, but she is actually very vicious and selfish. Anyone who even glances at her things is considered to deserve to die.
However, Xie Qingran chose to ignore such provocations and threats.
As long as she doesn't react, Xie Hanyue is just putting on a one-woman show.
Xie Hanyue was even more annoyed that she didn't see the reaction she expected. She suddenly stepped forward and grabbed Xie Qingran's arm tightly: "Sister, why aren't you answering me when I'm talking to you? Are you feeling guilty?"
"They are my parents, my own children." Xie Qingran finally opened her eyes, stared at Xie Hanyue, and said coldly, "What do I have to be guilty of?"
"you!"
Xie Hanyue was choked and looked at Xie Qingran through gritted teeth. Suddenly, as if she had thought of something, she laughed disdainfully.
"Xie Qingran, you don't actually think that just because you have this blood connection, you're really your parents' daughter, do you?"
"Can't you really see that they don't care about you at all?"
Xie Hanyue became more and more pleased with herself as she spoke.
She was pampered by the Xie family since she was a child, so she naturally knew what it was like to be cared for. Xie Qingran's behavior clearly showed that no one cared about her!
Xie Qingran nodded and said calmly, "I can see that, so I don't need my sister to remind me again and again. Whether my parents or my brother care or not, I don't care at all."
"impossible!"
"Everything you've done is just to take it from me!"
Xie Hanyue suddenly moved closer, staring at Xie Qingran with a sinister grin.
"Stop trying to play tricks on me. Believe me, I can make you suffer eternal damnation right now!"
Before Xie Qingran could reply, Xie Hanyue suddenly screamed and then rolled down the car door.
That's quite a budget!
Xie Qingran knew this was Xie Hanyue's self-inflicted injury ploy, and she also knew that Xie Hanyue couldn't hold back any longer.
Now, Xie Yankang has only said a few words to her, and she has already started to go crazy. It seems that she is a madwoman at heart.
"Moon, what's wrong?"
What's going on?
Xie Zhaoye quickly flew over from his horse and caught Xie Hanyue in mid-air. The two then rolled several times on the ground before coming to a stop.
"Stop the car! Stop it!"
What happened?
Upon hearing the noise, Wang and Xie Yankang both got off the carriage. Seeing their two children embracing each other tightly, Xie Yankang's expression turned somewhat grim.
"What nonsense are you talking about? You're just sitting in the car, how could you fall off?"
Xie Yankang gave a disapproving rebuke.
These days, it's all government officials' vehicles coming and going. This commotion is really embarrassing.
Xie Hanyue immediately scrambled to her feet, knelt on the ground, and sobbed uncontrollably, "Sister, it was my sister! She said she hated me and didn't want to see me, so she pushed me down! Waaah!"
"Xie Qingran!"
"Get down here right now!"
Xie Zhaoye exploded instantly, stood up, strode towards the carriage, opened the door, and dragged Xie Qingran down from the carriage.
"This...this?"
"What's wrong, Miss Xie?"
When the people around saw Xie Qingran, they all gasped.
"Qingran, what's wrong?"
Xie Yankang was also startled and quickly stepped forward, looking at Xie Qingran in disbelief.
At this moment, Xie Qingran's hair was disheveled, her clothes were torn to shreds, and the finger marks on her face were clearly visible, swollen high. She looked utterly wretched, yet tears welled up in her eyes, refusing to fall. Her pitiful yet stubborn appearance was exceptionally endearing.
Unlike Xie Hanyue's tearful complaints, Xie Qingran only frantically tugged at her sleeve, desperately trying to hold back her tears.
Even though she didn't say a word, the feeling of grievance was written all over her face.
"It's normal for sisters to joke around, but why go to such lengths?"
"The second young lady of the Xie family usually seems gentle and obedient, but who would have thought she would be so ruthless behind the scenes?"
"I suppose Miss Xie was forced into this situation and accidentally pushed the person down?"
Several young ladies who disliked Xie Hanyue had already huddled together and started whispering among themselves.
Now, Xie Hanyue's face turned even uglier. She even forgot to maintain her persona, got up from the ground, and rushed towards Xie Qingran like a madwoman.
"Xie Qingran, you vicious woman!"
"I didn't touch you even once! You!"
As Xie Hanyue spoke, she couldn't hold back her tears any longer.
Madam Wang reacted quickly and hurriedly hugged Xie Hanyue. No matter what happened today, it couldn't be made a scene outside. Otherwise, the Xie family's reputation would be ruined, and they wouldn't be able to find a suitable marriage partner, especially Xie Zhaoye, who hadn't even been engaged yet!
"Xie Qingran, what exactly happened?! Why are you bullying Yue'er like this!"
Xie Zhaoye stared coldly at Xie Qingran, and immediately began to question her, not forgetting to pin the blame on her.
"Young Master Xie, that's a funny thing to say. This was clearly a fight between two people, so why is it only her fault?"
Shen Wenyuan appeared out of nowhere, dressed in a magnificent blue Shu brocade robe that made him look exceptionally noble.
He waved his folding fan and walked over with a smile, glancing at Xie Qingran: "Tsk tsk, look at what's happened to her face. They say you shouldn't hit someone in the face. Even if it's a stranger, let alone your own sister, you shouldn't be so ruthless! Second Miss, impressive fighting skills!"
"What nonsense are you talking about? Yue'er has always been obedient and sensible, how could she possibly lay a hand on Qingran!" Xie Zhaoye immediately spoke up to defend her.
But the looks from those around them became even stranger!
Xie Yankang finally lost his temper: "Shut up, all of you!"
He turned to look at Xie Qingran, sighed, and said, "That's enough, it's just little girls playing around. Hurry up and get in the car, change your clothes, and get on the boat."
Xie Qingran didn't say a word, but simply bowed respectfully, turned around, and slowly climbed into the carriage.
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