Chapter 495: Outwardly Kind but Inwardly Ruthless Third Master Fu, Ensnaring Allies

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

Qiao Aiyun was wearing a long skirt and a thin white knitted sweater. Under the light, her entire body exuded maternal brilliance.

But what she said shocked Song Fengwan so much that her back turned cold.

You went out alone so late at night? Her tone was casual, as if she was making small talk.

Just as Song Fengwan was about to speak, she heard Qiao w.a.n.gbei come downstairs. He coughed, and she immediately swallowed the words she was about to say.

Qiao w.a.n.gbei still doted on his niece. If she lied at this time, she would be caught red-handed on the spot, and the consequences would be unimaginable. Even though his sister was glaring at him, he still reminded Song Fengwan.

Soon after, Qiao Xiyan and Yan w.a.n.gchuan came downstairs and sat together on the sofa.

No matter how muddled she was, Song Fengwan knew what was wrong. No wonder Third Brother kept saying that Mom was weird How could she not be strange when she already knew about their relations.h.i.+p?

Her head was spinning. The sea breeze blew in from the door, making her s.h.i.+ver.

Why are you standing at the door? Change your shoes and come in. Qiao Aiyuns voice became gentler and gentler.

Mom.. Song Fengwan lowered her head, her face pale. She shot glances at her uncle and cousin. Even though the two of them received her distress signals, they didnt dare to speak.

They only gave her a good luck look.

Song Fengwan wanted to cry. Are they really my uncle and cousin?

She knew that she wouldnt be able to escape the calamity tonight. Her fingers grabbed the clothes beside her legs. The heat from Fu Chens warm palms just now had completely disappeared. She stood in front of Qiao Aiyun with her head lowered in silence.

Whats wrong? Youre up so late at night? Mother Huang had been sleeping in her room on the first floor. When she heard the commotion, she hurriedly put on her coat and came out. Were talking about something. Please go back to sleep. Qiao Aiyuns tone became even gentler. Mother Huang looked over and saw Song Fengwans pale face. Whats wrong with Wanwan? What happened? We have something to discuss with her. Please go back to bed. Its nothing serious.

Mother Huang was a little hesitant. She guessed that they had family matters to deal with, so she entered her room and leaned against the door to listen to the sounds outside. From the looks of it, she obviously intended to criticize Song Fengwan.

This child is so well-behaved. What did she do wrong? With so many people up in the middle of the night, she thought that something might be wrong. She had to inform Old Madam Yan to handle it.

Song Fengwan was scared out of her wits. Her entire body felt as though it was soaking in ice water. At this moment, when she breathed in some air, her lungs felt cold.

Mom, I.. She had discussed it with Fu Chen and planned to lay the cards on the table after the full moon banquet, but she didnt expect to be discovered beforehand.

At this moment, she wasnt mentally prepared at all, and she couldnt think of any words to defend herself.

Dont be anxious. Not everyone is here yet. Isnt there someone who hasnt returned? Qiao Aiyun smiled at her. Well talk in detail when he returns.

Song Fengwan bit her lip, and her ears turned red.

Every second felt like a year pa.s.sed. She was so anxious that her heart was burning. She stood still for a few minutes, her legs stiff and unable to move.

When did you two agree that he would come back? If its too long, why dont you sit down first? Qiao Aiyun almost laughed out loud when she saw how frightened she was.

Does she think Im a bad woman who is going to separate an affectionate couple?

She just wanted to make things clear. No matter how good she thought Fu Chen was in the past, she hadnt been looking at him as her son-in-law. She still had to examine him and see how he would deal with unexpected situations.

Facing their interrogation, if he was cowardly or afraid Qiao Aiyun would naturally have to consider their relations.h.i.+p.

Mom, dont be like this. Its really scary. Song Fengwan tried to act cute.

You still know that Im scary? You sneaked out with him and Qiao Aiyun was about to flare up but forced herself to calm down again. Lets wait for him to come back.

Mom!

Dont act cute. Dont shake. Stand properly! Qiao Aiyun said coldly.

Yan w.a.n.gchuan raised his eyebrows. This was the first time he saw Qiao Aiyun reprimand Song Fengwan.

Shes a little fierce!

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About five minutes later, there were footsteps. Fu Chen saw the lights in the living room from afar. When they went out just now, everyone was in their rooms. Song Fengwan wouldnt be so conspicuous

He rubbed the prayer beads on his wrist and slowed down, already noticing that something was amiss.

Moreover, after Song Fengwan returned, she didnt even send him a message. In the past, she would definitely tell him that she was safe. But today, there was nothing.

Combining all the unusual happenings today, he guessed it. He tightened his prayer beads and quickly entered the house. The door was ajar. He pushed the door open and entered. The light was glaring. Song Fengwan was standing in front of the sofa and looking at him pitifully.

His guess was confirmed.

Aunt Yun, youre still awake so late? Fu Chen knew what was going on, so he naturally wasnt too surprised. He casually closed the door. The night wind is quite cold. Your body has just recovered, so you should avoid the wind.

Qiao Aiyun pulled her clothes closer to herself, feeling a little surprised. At this point, how can he still be so calm and care about me? I cant even reprimand him loudly like this.

You went out so late? Qiao Aiyun spoke first.

I had some things to think about. The cold night wind can make my mind more awake. Fu Chen wasnt in a hurry.

Have you thought them through?

Fu Chen nodded. He walked straight to Song Fengwans side and grabbed her hand..

The back of the young ladys hand was cold, and her fingers were stiff. Seeing him coming over and directly holding her hand, she subconsciously struggled. But Fu Chen held her hand even tighter. What are you afraid of? Isnt there me?

Song Fengwan was embarra.s.sed and tried to shake off his hand. Fu Chen forcefully pried open her clenched hand, threaded his fingers through hers, and held her hand tightly.

Sitting at the side, Qiao Xiyan lowered his head and spun the carving knife in his hand. When he suddenly saw this move, he was stunned.

So direct?

Not even making excuses?

Fu Chen didnt look like a domineering person, and he even looked gentle, but his style of doing things was exceptionally domineering.

Qiao Xiyan appreciated him for not backing down and standing up directly.

If Fu Chen had really dared to take a step back now, Qiao Xiyan would have looked down on him for the rest of his life.

Qiao Aiyun pursed her lips when she saw his actions. She wanted to see Fu Chens att.i.tude. After all, the problem of age and seniority was obvious. Song Fengwan was still young. If Fu Chen just wanted to play with her, he would leave a shadow in her heart for the rest of her life.

Compared to Fu Chen, Song Fengwan was definitely innocent.

Qiao Aiyun already had a good impression of him. Now, she felt even more so that he was

Very good! At the very least, he acted how a man should act.

You Song Fengwan had been standing here for a few minutes and was scared out of her wits. How can he be so calm? He even came up and

Aunt Yun, I didnt intend to hide it from you. I just couldnt find the right time, Fu Chen said frankly. Since you already know, I have nothing to hide.

When did you two get together? Qiao Aiyun had long wanted to ask this.

On New Years Eve the year before last. I liked her too much. I wanted to wait for her college entrance examination to end, but I was too impatient. Wanwan is innocent and couldnt stand me pestering her.

Qiao Aiyun said, So when she lived at your house

At the time, it was just my own wishful thinking. Im ashamed to say this, but other than Wanwan, Ive never been in a relations.h.i.+p before. So there are many things I didnt handle well. I didnt want to keep hiding it from you.

After Wanwans college entrance examination ended, she said she was going to a friends house. But actually Qiao Aiyun was suspicious.

I didnt consider this matter properly. It was dangerous to let her go to the capital alone.

Sitting at the side, Qiao Xiyan was observing Fu Chen. Fu Chen was too good at talking. Instead of answering the questions directly, he took responsibility for everything and completely displayed the responsibility that a man should have.

His answers were flawless, and no one could pick out any mistakes.

Fu Chen, do you think I wont pursue the matter just because youve said that? You tempted my daughter to fall in love when she was in high school. You should know how important the college entrance examination was to her. If she

Aunt Yun, I dont agree with you, Fu Chen retorted.

Qiao Aiyun chuckled lightly. Is he finally starting to refute me?

You tempted my daughter to fall in love when she was too young, yet you still have reasons?

Tell me! She wanted to see what this brat wanted to say.

First of all, I admit that it definitely wasnt right to be with Wanwan at the time. But you should also have confidence in your daughter. Shes not someone who will abandon her studies for the sake of love.

Qiao Aiyun was caught between laughter and tears. You What do you mean? I dont trust my daughter?

You know better than me how sensible Wanwan is. When something happens at home, she wants to prove herself more than anyone else. She wants to strive and become successful for you. She wants to become your pride and make others look up to you because of her.

She worked hard during the college entrance examination. You accompanied her, so you should know better than me.

These words about becoming successful for her firmly pierced Qiao Aiyuns heart. She had just given birth, so she was very sensitive.

Her eyes instantly reddened.

Yan w.a.n.gchuan and the Qiao father and son frowned.

Isnt this a Fu Chen criticism a.s.sembly?

Why is Aiyun crying?

Aunt Yun, I know I wasnt considerate by hiding it from you. Wanwan is still young and doesnt understand these things. If youre angry, just vent it on me.

The moment Qiao Aiyun heard that Song Fengwan wanted to become successful for her and make her proud, her heart ached terribly. How could she be in the mood to criticize him?

Fu Chen, you should know that your future wont be easy. Your family shouldnt know about this, right?

My parents know. They like Wanwan a lot.

The two elders know? Qiao Aiyun tilted her head and looked at the three people on the other side. Why didnt anyone tell me about this?

Qiao w.a.n.gbei coughed twice. He had been avoiding her whenever he saw her recently. How could he mention this?

Mr. Qiao was there at the time. He knows my parents att.i.tude. My brother and Xiyan? Qiao Aiyun looked at the two of them. AiyunQiao w.a.n.gbei was annoyed. Why did this brat drag me down?

Why didnt you tell me about this? Qiao Aiyun had been worried about the Fu familys att.i.tude. If there was too much resistance from his family, even if Song Fengwan married him, her life wouldnt be easy. You two hid such a big matter from me?

Fu Chen had said it on purpose

The three allies present obviously knew that this would happen long ago, but they were indifferent. With his vengeful and devious personality, how could he possibly let them go?

Lets talk about this in private later. Qiao Aiyun smiled at the two of them.

Aunt Yun, you cant blame them. They might have really forgotten for a moment. After all, everyone was very surprised to find out Im with Wanwan. The calmest person was Mr. Yan.

Yan w.a.n.gchuan had already consciously not said anything, but he was still brought up.

Aunt Yun, regarding this matter, I still have to apologize to you. At the time, Mr. Yan and I conspired to help him woo you. I kept it a secret from you, and he helped me keep my secret.

Ive always felt guilty about this. If you had gotten hurt again, I wouldnt have been able to absolve myself from the blame.

Yan w.a.n.gchuan didnt expect Fu Chen to shoot him and expose the truth. He was someone clumsy with his words. His face stiffened, and he didnt know how to explain for a moment.

At this moment, Qiao Aiyun finally understood why Yan w.a.n.gchuan, a person with few expressions and a clumsy tongue, had suddenly done so many strange things. He even knew how to say sweet nothings.

She had thought that it was just rotten wood meeting spring, but it turned out that there had been an expert guiding him.

Qiao Aiyun smiled at her husband. What do you need to explain?

Lets talk in our room later.

Yan w.a.n.gchuan was clumsy with his words. Even if he explained it to her, he wouldnt be able to be as slick and smooth as Fu Chen.

Qiao Xiyan almost applauded Fu Chen.

He had lured the disaster away to make it so nothing would happen to him. None of his accomplices had been spared.

While chatting and smiling

He ensnared people one by one.

Today, he truly saw what it meant to be outwardly kind but inwardly ruthless.

Qiao Aiyun endured her heartache. Fu Chen, Ive been through this before too. Relations.h.i.+ps are consensual. Are you going to take responsibility for everything alone?

If you like someone, shouldnt you suffer everything yourself and not let her suffer the slightest bit?

Qiao Aiyun was a woman after all. When she heard this, her heart softened.

Yan w.a.n.gchuan and the Qiao father and son looked at each other.. So the culprit is fine, but were the ones going to be unlucky?