Being A Shrew to My Ex-Husband After Our Divorce Chapter 407 - Return to Jiang Du

Su Yan interjected before Old Master Yue could speak, saying, “Grandfather, cousin, this matter isn’t of great consequence. There truly is no need to hasten it. Moreover, with Grandmother having just passed away, proceeding now would invite ridicule.”

A cold snort escaped Old Master Yue. “Ridicule? This old man intends to see precisely who dares to mock the Yue family, who dares to laugh at my granddaughter! If your grandmother were still with us, she would undoubtedly act the same!”

Witnessing Old Master Yue’s vehement display of temper, Su Yan offered a wry smile. She finally understood the source of her own unyielding disposition. Although the Yue family possessed considerable standing and was not easily swayed by gossip, the sheer volume and nature of public commentary could be quite intimidating. Certain remarks were simply unsavory, and Su Yan was unwilling to tarnish the Yue family’s esteemed reputation through her personal affairs.

With a gentle smile, Su Yan proposed, “Grandfather, my cousin mentioned that July is your birthday month. Why don’t we combine the events and hold my return ceremony on your birthday? It would not only simplify matters but also ensure a substantial gathering of attendees. Wouldn’t that be a more opportune moment to formally announce my reunion with the Yue family?”

Old Master Yue considered her suggestion, his brow furrowed in thought. “Your reasoning is sound. This approach indeed presents a viable solution. When my birthday is celebrated, you shall also make your official return to the family fold. It shall be a time of doubled joy for the Yue lineage.”

Su Yan offered a faint smile. “There is no urgency for this particular moment. Beyond that, I remain indifferent to the opinions of others. As long as your acknowledgment, along with that of my uncle and cousin, is secured, it is sufficient.”

Old Master Yue’s heart ached. Exchanging a significant glance with Yue Chuang, he declared, “My dear child, have no worries. From this day forward, the Yue family shall serve as your maternal home. You are welcome to visit at any time and to remain for as long as you wish. As long as a single member of the Yue family draws breath, we shall permit no one to inflict harm upon you.”

Su Yan smiled and nodded. The resolute words of Old Master Yue resonated deeply, both powerfully and comfortingly within her. Yet, truth be told, since her ascent to wealth, aside from the Wei family, no one had dared to provoke her.

Her grandmother’s passing, in a way, brought a sense of liberation; the arduous struggle against illness was finally over. Moreover, her grandmother had departed with a smile, suggesting a sense of peace and fulfillment. Those who remained, Old Master Yue mused, must carry on living. Having been married for so many years, he could finally embrace a well-deserved period of enjoyment.

Su Yan remained in Xiang City for a full three days before embarking on her journey to Jiang Du. The day of her departure was marked by Yue Chuang’s presence at the airport to see her off. Old Master Yue, being elderly and finding such farewells taxing, did not emerge from his residence.

However, scarcely had Su Yan’s plane taken flight when whispers linking her and Yue Chuang began to circulate. The paparazzi, it seemed, were remarkably persistent. Unbeknownst to them, a rumor had surfaced about the Yue family planning a wedding this year, which they swiftly misinterpreted as a union between Su Yan and Yue Chuang. Upon Su Yan's arrival back in Jiang Du, Tang Yitong even contacted her, specifically inquiring if she was indeed set to marry Yue Chuang. The absurdity of the question struck Su Yan as so comical that she could only laugh.

This time, Su Yan's departure was rather abrupt, leaving little room for meticulous arrangements. While the company was under Wang Xiaoxue's management, her authority had certain limitations. Consequently, a considerable backlog of work requiring Su Yan's personal signature had accumulated.

While en route in the car, Wang Xiaoxue conveyed, “President Su, Fun App reached out to us again the day before yesterday. Their founder, Liu Long, has expressed a desire for another meeting.”

Su Yan responded with a touch of bewilderment. “I understood that after their previous proposition fell through, they approached Baiyou Group. Did that venture also fail to materialize?”

Wang Xiaoxue nodded in confirmation. “Their demands were excessively high, leading Baiyou Group to decline the offer. In this current economic climate, capital is not easily acquired. Who would readily invest in them without substantial assurance?”

Su Yan’s lips curved into a subtle smile. In her assessment, Liu Long clearly viewed Xuanwen Group as a secondary option, a contingency plan. In earlier times, Su Yan might not have reacted with such frustration, perhaps merely attempting to curb their influence. However, burdened by her recent emotional turmoil, her patience had worn considerably thin.

“Inform Liu Long that I am unavailable,” Su Yan stated, her tone devoid of warmth.

“Understood, President Su.” Wang Xiaoxue responded without hesitation. It was, after all, merely a project, and its success or failure seemed unlikely to significantly impact their operations, especially given the inherent uncertainty of its profitability.

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Floral Villa.

By the time Wang Xiaoxue dropped her off, a persistent rain had begun to fall outside. Wang Xiaoxue offered a gentle reminder, “President Su, meteorological forecasts indicate unpredictable weather patterns for the coming days, with the possibility of rain at any moment, interspersed with periods of sunshine.”

Su Yan acknowledged the information with a nod. “This is typical spring weather for Jiang Du. Oh, right, please expedite the arrangement of my schedule. Furthermore, the anniversary celebration for Jian Xin Technology Company is approaching. Given Qin Sang’s earnest invitation, I shall attend in person.”