Chapter 377: Yi Hou’s Interrogation

Chapter 377: Yi Hou's Interrogation

As Granny Gu opened the exquisite box, inside was a beautiful white fitted gown. The design was simple yet vintage, adorned with sparkling star-shaped diamonds, exuding a sacred aura.

Granny Gu marveled, "This evening gown is truly beautiful, Mistress. The size looks tailored for you. Go try it on."

Yun Mu also found the gown beautiful, clearly custom-made, and sitting here, it was evident that it was never intended for her to wear the dress Yi Jue had gifted her to the banquet.

However, Yun Mu never really cared much about these things and was indifferent about which dress to wear.

She waved her hand at Granny Gu, "I won't try it on. Just pick out a few pieces of jewelry for me."

Tomorrow, when she attends the Xuanyuan family's banquet, she has other matters to handle.

Meanwhile, at the Ji family.

As Ji Ming went upstairs, he saw a group of maids holding several jewelry boxes surrounding Ji Shu, chattering excitedly.

"What's going on?"

Ji Ming approached, and Ji Shu immediately showed off the luxurious champagne-colored gown she was wearing.

"See this gown Yunzhe gave me, along with these pieces of jewelry. Tomorrow is Lord Xuanyuan's birthday banquet, and I'm going to wear this to stun everyone! This gown must have been tailored for me by Yunzhe. He really knows me well. I love such splendid and elegant gowns the most!"

Ji Ming glanced over the gown's waistline, which clearly didn't fit perfectly, and suspected something was amiss,

"Why would Yunzhe give you a gown?"

Ji Shu, full of pride, said, "Plenty of wealthy young men in Nancheng are lining up to give me gifts. Why should that be surprising?"

Ji Ming narrowed his blue eyes, "I advise you to be cautious and stay away from Yunzhe."

"Mind your own business!"

Ji Shu pulled a face at Ji Ming and continued to enthusiastically pick out jewelry. It’s rumored that all four major families would be present tomorrow, and that vile Yi Yanran would definitely attend. She had to outshine that despicable woman!

……

Xuanyuan Family.

Today was Xuanyuan Ming's birthday, and everyone knew about his health condition. This might very well be his last birthday celebration in this world. The entire Xuanyuan family was adorned with lights and decorations, and all the upper-class nobles of Nancheng have come to offer their congratulations. Even the head of the Yi family, who hadn’t communicated for over twenty years, would be attending.

And because of Yi Jue, the relationship between the Yi family and the Xuanyuan family had become somewhat delicate.

Yi Yanran had completely taken over the Xuanyuan family's banquet as her own stage, determined to make her return known to everyone in Nancheng tonight.

The magnificent hall.

As Yi Yanran entered, she was immediately surrounded by numerous debutantes.

Dressed in a golden gown with a trailing skirt that shimmered, her long hair styled in a splendid vintage braid embedded with delicate petals, she was exceptionally striking.

With her gentle and pure smile, she instantly became the focal point.

Compared to the haughty and stunning Ji Shu, people clearly preferred the sweet and gracious Yi Yanran, who was also more down-to-earth.

Especially since it had been announced not long ago that the recently single Yi Jue, the eldest young master of the Xuanyuan family, was Yi Yanran's cousin. Everyone was even more eager to court Yi Yanran, all hoping to become her cousin by marriage.

Yi Yanran was highly pleased with the flattery, but this was just a prelude. Her main event would begin when Yun Mu arrived.

The door to the grand hall was suddenly pushed open, and a tall, striking figure entered everyone's sight.

Yi Jue was here!

Today, Yi Jue was dressed in a hand-tailored black suit, perfectly ironed without a single wrinkle. His long legs and tall figure radiated an indescribable masculine allure and a regal air.

With long, confident strides, Yi Jue walked forward. The crowd automatically parted to make way for him. He casually picked up a glass of champagne and entered the crowd, engaging effortlessly with the guests. The dazzling lights cast a radiant glow on his captivating face.

All the young ladies present couldn't help but stare at him with admiration and awe.

Even Yi Yanran had to admit that marrying a man like Yi Jue would be a lifelong source of pride.

Unfortunately, such an excellent man was her cousin.

Although Ji Ming was also good-looking, she lacked the deep, reserved masculinity that Yi Jue exuded.

What a waste for that fool, Liu Ling!

She turned discreetly and gave Liu Ling a meaningful look.

Tonight, Liu Ling's task from the Yi family was to secure Yi Jue at all costs. Yi Jue had only returned to the Xuanyuan family a few months ago, but in that short time, the profits of the Xuanyuan family's business had increased severalfold. Even if Yi Jue didn't return to the Yi family, they couldn't allow him to marry a daughter from another family.

Especially Yun Mu!

Receiving Yi Yanran's signal, Liu Ling, despite her reluctance, had no choice but to adjust her skirt and approach Yi Jue with the utmost grace.

"A’Jue."

She called out shyly.

But Yi Jue didn't look at her. Since he entered, he hadn't spared her a single glance, instead occasionally glancing towards the door. Liu Ling knew he was waiting for Yun Mu.

Her hand by her side clenched into a fist.

Seeing that Yi Jue wasn't paying any attention to Liu Ling, Yi Hou glared at her with frustration. Then, he spoke to Yi Jue, "A’Jue, I heard that you and A’Ling had some disagreements recently. But it's normal for couples to argue. Now, I've brought A’Ling here to apologize, so as a gentleman, you shouldn't bear a grudge."

Many people heard Yi Hou's words.

Everyone could sense his underlying intention—he was trying to push for Yi Jue and Liu Ling to get back together.

Yi Jue narrowed his eyes, seemingly not expecting Yi Hou to be so shameless as to bring up private matters at the banquet.

"Uncle, A’Ling and I have already broken up."

The coldness in Yi Jue's voice was evident, but Yi Hou, completely unphased, continued, "It’s common for couples to break up and reconcile. I've watched A’Ling grow up, and as her elder, I can't help but worry more."

"Mr. Yi, you seem to be overstepping."

At this moment, Xuanyuan Ming, supported by Qingyuan, walked over slowly.

As today’s birthday celebrant, he appeared spirited and elegant, still exuding the grace of his younger years.

He stood next to Yi Jue and spoke calmly, "It's best if we elders don't interfere in the younger generation's matters. Forcing two people together won’t lead to happiness; it will only create a miserable pair."

Yi Hou sneered, "From your tone, Mr. Xuanyuan, it seems you want to push our A’Ling aside? I remember it was you, Mr. Xuanyuan, who agreed to let A’Ling and A’Jue be together. After all, A’Ling saved A’Jue’s life!"

Yi Jue’s narrowed eyes darkened as he stared coldly at Yi Hou.

Everyone present was taken aback.

They all knew Liu Ling was Yi Jue’s ex-girlfriend, but no one knew she had once saved his life.

If that were true, Yi Jue breaking up with Liu Ling would indeed seem ungrateful.

Amid the buzz of discussion, Xuanyuan Ming’s face darkened with anger. "What I promised was that I would do my utmost to produce the antidote to save A’Ling, but I never promised she would become my daughter-in-law!"