Madam Is A Sensational Figure In The City Chapter 5: The Child Is Not Mine

In the esteem of countless women, Huo Xishen was deemed the pinnacle of husband material – possessing immense wealth, formidable power, and striking good looks. It was hardly surprising that the original owner harbored such a fervent desire to marry him.

Yet, the sole memory of this man she retained was a fleeting glimpse at the Civil Affairs Bureau.

Yan Jinyi was still processing her thoughts when a perfectly timed knock echoed through the door.

Upon its opening, the demonically handsome face of Huo Zihang greeted her.

His expression was marred by evident displeasure as he urged, “It’s time for dinner, hurry up.”

Yan Jinyi didn't respond immediately. Instead, she gestured to herself and inquired, “Who am I?”

He couldn't help but think, ‘Is this woman out of her mind? She doesn’t even know who she is?’

“I’m asking you a question, hurry up.”

Jolted by her abrupt shout, Huo Zihang, momentarily stunned, replied, “Yan Jinyi.”

“And?”

“Second Brother’s wife.”

‘Even though Second Brother doesn’t really acknowledge you as his wife.’

Yan Jinyi detected the scorn and disdain lurking in his eyes. With a cool smile, she imparted a lesson, “As the scion of a prominent and affluent family, you should possess basic manners and etiquette. Henceforth, remember to address me as your Second Sister-in-law.”

Having delivered her pronouncement, she descended the stairs.

Huo Zihang remained frozen on the spot.

‘I… It appears I’ve been bested by Yan Jinyi’s domineering presence once again?’

An abundance of exquisite dishes adorned the grand dining table.

Yan Jinyi, much like a seasoned bandit, placed great importance on camaraderie and frequently insisted upon fundamental, mandatory etiquette from those around her.

As Huo Zihang took his seat, he observed Yan Jinyi consuming her meal with remarkable elegance.

Her movements were unhurried, each action a delight to behold, reminiscent of the noble ladies and consorts depicted in television dramas.

“Hey, are you skilled in martial arts?”

Receiving no response from Yan Jinyi for an extended period, Huo Zihang’s frown deepened, sensing her increasing haughtiness and arrogance.

“I asked you a question!”

After taking a sip of soup, Yan Jinyi retrieved the napkin from the table and delicately cleansed the corners of her mouth. She then drawled, “One should refrain from speaking while eating. Must I educate you on this? It's basic common sense.” Lending weight to her words, she cast him a glance and added, “Furthermore, I am your second sister-in-law, and it is hardly illegal for me to discipline you.”

“…”

‘I absolutely cannot permit such an audacious woman to remain within the Huo Family and potentially bring harm to Second Brother.’

While Huo Zihang was surreptitiously plotting Yan Jinyi’s expulsion, the distinct sounds of a woman’s vociferous complaints from outside abruptly reached his ears.

Huo Zihang, already seething with built-up anger and irritation due to Yan Jinyi, slammed his chopsticks down on the table upon hearing the commotion. “Who has a death wish and decided to cause such a ruckus at the Huo Family manor?”

The butler scurried over, his gaze fixed anxiously on Huo Zihang. “Third, Third Young Master, there’s a woman at the gate claiming to be pregnant with your child and demanding you take responsibility. Why… why don’t you…”

Huo Zihang inquired with a thunderous expression, “Or else what?”

“Or else she threatens to expose the matter to the media.”

‘Oh?’

Yan Jinyi took a sip of juice, crossed her arms, and leaned back against the chair. “I never expected you to be so considerate as to preemptively create an heir for the Huo Family, Third Young Master Huo.”

‘This venomous woman is only compounding my humiliation!’

Huo Zihang declared through gritted teeth, “The child is not mine.”

“We’ll ascertain whether the child is indeed yours once we see her, won’t we?” Following her statement, she rose and approached the sofa. “Uncle Zhang, please escort my future sister-in-law inside so we may have a look at her.”

“Yan! Jin! Yi!”

The Young Mistress completely disregarded Huo Zihang, her stern gaze settling upon the hesitant butler lingering at the doorway. “It appears my words carry no weight, even as the Young Mistress of the Huo Family.”

“Yan Jinyi, what exactly do you mean by that? That woman is clearly a con artist. Do I look like the type to casually sow my wild oats and get girls pregnant easily?”

“Do you not?” Yan Jinyi countered.

Huo Zihang felt a surge of profound humiliation.

The individual who appeared was a statuesque model, dressed in decidedly alluring attire. The moment she laid eyes on Huo Zihang, she immediately commenced weeping with an air of grievance, “Third Young Master, I understand that you wealthy individuals tend to look down on women like myself from a lower social standing, but the child is innocent! Moreover, those maids attempted to strike me!”