Seeing Li Qingzi here, Ye Ling was quite surprised. Given Xiang Weilai’s personality, something that wasn’t yet a reality wouldn’t have people gathered here, causing more gossip.

Moreover, the divorce with the Liu Family was at a critical stage, and Li Qingzi’s presence only confirmed the rumors spread by the Liu Family, which brought no benefit to Xiang Weilai.

However, now that she was here, Ye Ling couldn’t say much. Everyone sat around eating and drinking; only Li Qingzi sat alone here, clearly outcast. Faced with such a scene, Ye Ling didn’t know what to say. If she didn’t go over to greet her, she’d feel embarrassed, but if she did, in what capacity and how should she do it?

For a moment, she was at a loss.

Just as Ye Ling was worried about what to do, Li Qingzi, like seeing a lifeline, stood up excitedly, looking at Ye Ling with joy but hesitance. Her demeanor clearly indicated she knew Ye Ling, but was concerned about something and dared not approach to greet her.

In this situation, Ye Ling couldn’t pretend not to know her and head towards the dining table, so she smiled and nodded to Li Qingzi.

"You’re here too!"

Faced with Ye Ling’s words, Li Qingzi just nodded forcefully, and tears began to roll down her cheeks. She grew scared and hurriedly turned to wipe her tears, appearing as though deeply aggrieved.

Her tears left Ye Ling bewildered, glancing towards Xiang Weilai, who happened to look over too, his face stern and clearly in a bad mood.

Before Xiang Weilai could speak, Liu Nan had already stood and walked over, pulling Ye Ling towards the table, whispering, "Don’t get involved."

"You say it so easily, but she’s right here, and while you’re eating, she sits there watching. Now she’s crying and you ignore her, what kind of situation is this? If there’s an issue, it should be handled properly, not with cold indifference, right?" Ye Ling chuckled and tapped Liu Nan’s head, even after marriage, he still acted like a child. 𝐟𝕣𝕖𝐞𝐰𝕖𝚋𝐧𝗼𝚟𝐞𝕝.𝗰𝐨𝐦

Beside them, Yang Hui’er nodded too, whispering, "I’ve already mentioned to them, this can’t continue. After all, she came a long way, there ought to be some explanation, it’s not right to be so cold towards her."

Liu Nan gave a look insinuating Yang Hui’er didn’t understand, then pulled Ye Ling, placing the chopsticks into her hand.

Yang Hui’er shook her head helplessly and didn’t speak further. Ye Ling received the chopsticks but didn’t move, glanced at Li Qingzi who had sat down again, but had no appetite. She put the chopsticks down on the table and focused on Xiang Weilai still drinking.

"Weilai, it won’t hurt to take a moment, Li Qingzi is just there. What are you thinking? Go talk to Li Qingzi. Don’t leave her hanging there. If it’s a no, then say so; if yes, just give her a clear answer." Ye Ling’s words finally quieted the noisy table, and since she spoke, no one refuted her.

As for Zhao Guodong, who had intended to interject, Ye Ling’s glare silenced him, making him meekly lower his head and eat, not uttering a word.

Xiang Weilai didn’t fuss. Upon hearing Ye Ling’s words, he stood up and spoke to Li Qingzi, who looked over expectantly, "I said what needed to be said during the misunderstanding that night, so don’t sit here any longer. Just go back!"

"Weilai, I know you were angry that night. After all, it was me who caused misunderstandings for you. I can leave, but I want to clear up this misunderstanding before I do. I don’t want to be a burden to you because of myself." Li Qingzi’s eyes reddened, she bit her lip, saying no more, just stared unwaveringly at Xiang Weilai.

Xiang Weilai grew impatient, his voice rising, "What are you trying to explain? There was no issue initially, and explaining it would no doubt cause misunderstandings. Rest assured, there’s no mistake there. Besides, you should know we’re in the process of divorce, just waiting to sign, so there’s even less need for explanations."

The sudden increase in volume startled everyone, as they had always known Xiang Weilai to be as gentle as a spring breeze. It was the first time seeing him shout like this.

"Enough, enough, you woman are so troublesome, it’s been explained to you, aren’t you here spouting these useless things? I think you’re simply having ulterior motives." Zhao Guodong chimed in from the side.

Ye Ling nervously furrowed her brows, observing, knowing without asking what Xiang Weilai had said to Li Qingzi—it had to be about breaking up, otherwise, Li Qingzi wouldn’t stubbornly stand here unwilling to leave.

She regretted meddling, realizing that she and Li Qingzi had only met for the second time today. The first meeting left a good impression, but that didn’t mean Li Qingzi was undoubtedly a good person. Actually, when Li Qingzi sought her out, Ye Ling sensed Li Qingzi had ulterior motives.

She also saw that Li Qingzi loved Xiang Weilai, so due to this, Ye Ling hadn’t mentioned anything further, nor did she expose the situation, as it was between Li Qingzi and Xiang Weilai, and as an outsider, it wasn’t her concern.

Now Xiang Weilai was angry with Li Qingzi, no longer wanting to be with her, and Li Qingzi grew scared, revealing her true feelings and clinging tightly.

Xiang Weilai found Li Qingzi’s words amusing, and he laughed just like that.

"Weilai, I know whatever I say now, you think is laughable, and I understand you hate me now, but if I leave just like this, my conscience will never be at peace. Let me do something, at least let my conscience settle." At this moment, the previously aggrieved Li Qingzi suddenly grew strong, her gaze fixed on Xiang Weilai as if saying a farewell. "I also know it wasn’t your idea to send someone to threaten me, I’ve never blamed you for this, knowing it was my fault. Since we won’t meet again, let me do something to make up to you before we part."

These words were spoken impressively and drew admiration.

Like a woman, harshly letting go of her love but unable to let it go fully. All grievances remain with her, facing all difficulties without a word of complaint.