Upon hearing Fei Erya’s words, Yiyi shook her head helplessly and said, "You don’t need to apologize to me. The person you should apologize to is yourself. Have you ever thought that if anything happened to you, your life would come to an early end? Are you willing to let that happen? You’ve just entered university, and your life has barely started, so will you continue to be bound by the stepsister who cannot stand the sight of you?"

Yiyi was almost certain that in her previous life, Fei Erya probably met with an accident while working on Fei Wenya’s behalf.

So, she sincerely hoped that Erya wouldn’t continue to suffer harm because of Fei Wenya and her mother.

Fei Erya remained silent for a moment, her expression shifting before her eyes resolved with determination. She said, "Yiyi, thank you." With that, she deeply bowed and continued, "I’ll follow you home now. From now on, I won’t be governed by my mother’s and sister’s words. I will live for myself."

The life-and-death moment today had made her realize many things.

Life is her own, and so is living. From now on, she would dedicate herself to living for herself.

Seeing Fei Erya like this, there was a smile in Yiyi’s eyes. "Alright, let’s head home now. But... won’t you inform your father?"

"Of course, I’ll tell him. He doesn’t yet know about me substituting for Fei Wenya these past few days. I’ll explain everything to him."

Fei Erya had come to understand over the years.

Her mother only had eyes for her sister and never for her. Her father also favored her sister, though, fortunately, there was still some attention from him towards his biological daughter. So she planned to talk to her father, waiting to see his stance.

"Alright, then find a chance to have a good talk with your uncle."

"Okay."

Fei Erya nodded with determination, then followed Yiyi back home and later found an opportunity to visit her father.

"Dad, I’m going to stay at Yiyi’s house until the school term begins."

Fei Zhangda frowned upon hearing these words from his youngest daughter. "Haven’t things been going well at home recently? Why do you want to stay at your classmate’s place?"

"Dad, I’m genuinely unhappy staying at home. A few days ago, Mom and my sister forced me to substitute for my sister at the can factory, and during work, I narrowly escaped being crushed by a falling billboard. If it hadn’t been for Yiyi’s help, you might never have seen me again."

"What..."

Upon hearing this, Fei Zhangda was stunned, "What happened? Isn’t the can factory where your sister works? How did you end up there?"

"Mom said that, since I’ve been admitted to university and am now resting at home, my future work will undoubtedly be easy. Meanwhile, my sister is really tired and that I should take her place for a few days at work. Heh... Mom always sides with my sister and never considers me."

Fei Erya became somewhat agitated, seizing the chance to recount all the unfair treatment she had received since childhood.

"Mom only sees my sister, and never me, her daughter. I don’t understand why this is, since we’re both her daughters. Nevertheless, she never notices me. This time, I got admitted to Jing University, which should be a joyous occasion, but Mom didn’t seem happy at all. She even privately wished it was my sister who got in rather than me. It seems she can’t stand to see me do well, hoping all the good would go to my sister."

Upon hearing this, Fei Zhangda fell silent, his expression somewhat grim.

Fei Erya took a deep breath and said, "Dad, I’ve come to realize that since Mom and my sister can’t bear to see me do well, I won’t stay at home to annoy them."

"This is your home, why should you move out?"

Fei Zhangda couldn’t repress a shout, his eyes filled with deep anger.

He originally knew his wife favored their elder daughter and was indifferent toward their younger daughter. But because of his past vows to a brother, he especially doted on Wenya, which had inadvertently neglected his own daughter. He truly hadn’t expected that while he was unaware, Erya had lived such a life. He had even repeatedly urged her to yield, which was utterly wrong.

"Erya, you stay home. I’ll have a serious talk with your mother."

However, Fei Erya shook her head and said, "Dad, I’ve promised Yiyi, and I will definitely stay with her. Don’t worry, I’m very happy at Yiyi’s house."

Upon hearing this, Fei Zhangda’s heart felt heavy.

It’s tremendously sad that his daughter feels unhappy at home but comfortable at someone else’s house.

"Dad, I’ll go now, take care of yourself and I’ll come to see you when you have time to rest." With that, Fei Erya turned and prepared to leave.

"Erya, wait a moment."

After calling her back, Fei Zhangda fetched a bankbook from the room and said, "This is the money I’ve prepared for your university expenses. Keep it safe."

Fei Erya opened it and quickly said, "Dad, this is too much; I don’t need tuition for college, just a bit for living expenses, so you should keep the bankbook safe."

"Living costs in Shangjing will surely be high, so do accept it. Moreover, you’re currently living at your classmate’s house, and even if they don’t charge you, you can at least buy some things to express your gratitude."

Upon hearing this, Fei Erya kept the money, "Dad, I’m leaving now."

"Mm, you may go."

Watching his daughter leave, Fei Zhangda’s face softened as he went out to find Yan Jie.

On the other side, after returning, Erya directly said to Yiyi, "Yiyi, I’ve explained everything to my dad."

"That’s great."

Upon hearing this, Yiyi smiled and said, "From tomorrow, continue working with me at the medical laboratory."

Xie Yuanzhou had somehow managed to find many medicinal herbs in just a few days, enough to prepare about ten bottles of Rongzhi Pill, keeping her busy again. Fortunately, Erya could help with the heavy work.

Fei Erya naturally nodded with a smile.

Once Yiyi had prepared those ten bottles of Rongzhi Pill, Xie Yuanzhou came directly.

"You’ve been fast; indeed, working for someone like me, who is unparalleled and peerless, is truly invigorating."

Upon hearing this, Yiyi rolled her eyes. After interacting with Xie Yuanzhou several times, she had fully realized the extent of his narcissism, and now she’s at a loss for words.

Fei Erya found it amusing but managed not to laugh out loud in front of Xie Yuanzhou.

Seeing Yiyi’s reaction, Xie Yuanzhou couldn’t help but snort coldly, "You really are inelegant, rolling your eyes like that. Anyway, here’s the agreed payment; let’s make the exchange."

After accepting the Rongzhi Pill, Xie Yuanzhou sized Yiyi up critically and asked, "Have you been practicing martial arts diligently? You seem to have made some progress."

Upon hearing this, Yiyi toned down her expression and looked at Xie Yuanzhou with curiosity, asking, "How did you know?"