Time Travel: The Noble Family-Chapter 1302 - 534: Escalating Conflict (Part 2)

Yueyao didn’t respond to Lady Lin, but instead looked at Lin Qinghan and asked, "Since you know Wu Daquan, why didn’t you know he’s a life-and-death friend of my husband during your year in Haikou? What did you do besides shopping for jewelry and satin in Haikou? " From the fact that Wu Daquan didn’t look for Lin Qinghan but instead sought Tingzheng to help pass things along, it can be seen that Lin Qinghan certainly looked down on Wu Daquan. Otherwise, even with the slightest interaction, there wouldn’t be such a big misunderstanding.

Lady Lin’s face changed dramatically; Yueyao was accusing her daughter of being unworthy. Lady Lin could only hold her ground: "Lady An, this Wu is a mere merchant and a man; my son-in-law didn’t ask how could Han’er interact with such a family." By now, Lady Lin was only thankful that Yueyao wasn’t her mother-in-law; otherwise, such an accusation might lead to the possibility of divorce.

Lin Qinghan said nothing, but her face was extremely gloomy.

Yueyao didn’t respond to Lady Lin’s remarks but continued to gaze at Lin Qinghan and said, "Last time you came over, you said Wanting and Brother Xin were both ill; are they sick again?"

Lin Qinghan saw Yueyao stirring up trouble again and wanted to retort, but seeing Lady Lin glaring at her, she could only soften her tone and said, "Wanting is in poor health and can’t stand the wind. Brother Xin is also still young. I’ll bring them to see you when the weather warms up."

Yueyao, being a perceptive person, how could she not notice the anger and resentment in Lin Qinghan’s eyes? Although Yueyao found it somewhat baffling—it had been her who had been enduring all these years—but instead, it had made Lin Qinghan increasingly angry with her. Seeing Lin Qinghan’s attitude, Yueyao no longer wished to continue the conversation. It was also at this moment that the thought that had previously surfaced in Yueyao’s mind finally solidified.

Yueyao said calmly, "Forget it, your two children are so precious. I’m worried that if anything happens at my mansion, all the blame will fall on me."

Lady Lin’s heart skipped a beat at those words. Just as she was about to speak, Yueyao stood up and said to the mother and daughter, "Since the things have already been used, no need to return them. Consider it a gift from me. I have matters to attend to, so I won’t see you out."

Having experienced so much, Lady Lin knew Yueyao was preparing to sever ties. However, before Lady Lin could speak, Lin Qinghan took the initiative to say, "Rest assured, I’ll compensate you for the value of those items."

Yueyao laughed lightly, "Do as you please! Gu You, see the guests out." After speaking, Yueyao entered the room without looking back, leaving no time for Lady Lin to respond.

The host had already asked them to leave, so Lady Lin naturally didn’t linger. The Lian Mansion and An Mansion were so close, the two quickly got home.

Once inside the bedroom, Lady Lin had everyone else leave. Lin Qinghan looked up at Lady Lin, just about to speak when Lady Lin slapped her across the face, leaving Lin Qinghan utterly stunned.

Lady Lin was trembling with rage, "Have you gone mad today, speaking to your sister-in-law like that? Do you know what consequences your actions could bring?" Lady Lin feared, seeing Lian Yueyao’s attitude, that she’d now entertain thoughts of urging Tingzheng to divorce her.

Lin Qinghan, clutching her face, tears streaming down: "Mother, you actually hit me? From childhood till now, you never laid a finger on me, and now you hit me over that woman?"

Originally, Lady Lin felt some heartache but was outraged by those words: "What ’that woman’? That’s your sister-in-law! I’ve taught you so much, has it all gone into a dog’s stomach?"

Lin Qinghan could no longer hold back, crying out, "What grave mistake have I made? I just don’t want to bow and scrape to that woman, and it feels like the sky is falling." From the first day she got married, her husband told her to be filial to Lian Yueyao. Besides when they’re in Haikou, Lian Yueyao seemed like a ghost haunting her.

Lady Lin was stunned, and after a while, she said: "Han’er, what are you talking about? What do you mean bow and scrape; what are you talking about?"

Lin Qinghan felt incredibly wronged and hugged Lady Lin, crying hard.

In the end, Lady Lin, with her love for her daughter, hugged Lin Qinghan and said: "Mother is doing this for your own good. You’ve offended her now; it’s you who’ll suffer later!"

Lin Qinghan wiped her tears and said: "Mother, don’t worry; I’m not afraid of her!" Anyway, being in this situation, there’s nothing else she’s afraid of.