The Chen family's main hall!

"What's wrong with you? Becoming less and less disciplined." Chen Zeming widened his eyes, glaring sharply at Chen Yiyi, obviously very unhappy about what she'd overheard.

"I... I know I was wrong." Chen Yiyi lowered her head, she hadn't intended to eavesdrop, and what she'd heard was genuinely accidental.

In fact, she was originally planning to find Chen Cangyu for a small matter, but just as she reached the door, she overheard them discussing Ye Xiao, and couldn't help but listen.

Yet unexpectedly, she was discovered by a servant.

Chen Yiyi felt that what awaited her was surely a storm of scolding, and of course, she was prepared for it, having been scolded before.

However, just when Chen Yiyi was ready for it all, Chen Maocai spoke to Chen Zeming: "Zeming, I believe Yiyi didn't do it on purpose."

"Father?" Chen Zeming was somewhat stunned hearing Chen Maocai's words.

In truth, Chen Zeming's anger wasn't entirely genuine displeasure, but rather fear of Chen Maocai's anger. After all, no matter how harsh he would be to Chen Yiyi, the bond of being birth father and daughter was unchangeable.

Chen Yiyi also looked at Chen Maocai in surprise, wondering what her grandfather might say. Forgive her mistake? That seemed unlikely.

"Yiyi, don't be afraid, your father only thinks of the Chen family. I believe as part of the Chen family, you also wish deeply for its welfare." Chen Maocai calmly gazed at Chen Yiyi.

Chen Yiyi saw this unfamiliar side of Chen Maocai. It was indeed curious, she wished to know what her grandfather was instructing, but as someone from the Chen family, considering its welfare was indeed expected.

"Yes." Chen Yiyi nodded.

Upon hearing this, Chen Maocai smiled and said, "Very good, I find Ye Xiao to be quite favorable. He's about your age, and I can see he's fond of you. So if you find him passable, I can set aside my old face to speak on your behalf."

Chen Yiyi was shocked.

Even Chen Cangyu was shocked.

Chen Yiyi never anticipated her grandfather desiring her to be with Ye Xiao, and she understood her grandfather's goal was not her happiness but to bind Ye Xiao through her.

Chen Yiyi was silent, uncertain whether to agree. From childhood, she'd never disobeyed her family's wishes. But this time?

"Grandfather!" Chen Cangyu abruptly stood from his chair, solemnly looking at Chen Maocai, saying, "This matter has nothing to do with Yiyi, don't drag her in."

"Cang Yu, is that how you speak to your grandfather?" Chen Zeming glared at Chen Cangyu, seeing his son about to act rashly.

Since young, Chen Cangyu was cherished by Chen Maocai, and due to his exceptional talent, no one in the Chen family dared to reprimand him, not even Chen Zeming ever lost his temper with him.

The Crown Prince of the Chen family, a title not granted lightly.

Yet Chen Cangyu seemed like he was about to slam his fists on the table, Chen Zeming worried Chen Maocai would be angry, quickly admonishing Chen Cangyu.

"You think I'm wrong?" Chen Maocai looked at Chen Cangyu, his most beloved grandson.

Chen Cangyu looked at his grandfather's face, genuinely hesitant to defy his will.

At the same time, he understood well that his grandfather's will was not to be opposed.

Chen Maocai could be considered a wise old man, and Chen Cangyu was undoubtedly a clever young man, thus he fully comprehended Chen Maocai's intentions.

But affecting Chen Yiyi's life through this saddened Chen Cangyu.

Chen Maocai perceived Chen Cangyu's thoughts, then looked at Chen Yiyi and said, "In the future, the Chen family will be in Cangyu's hands, so from now on, all we do is for Cangyu. Yiyi, do you think it's worthwhile for your brother?"

Chen Yiyi felt a huge stone pressing her chest, leaving her breathless.

Brother?

Chen Maocai seemed to have pinpointed Chen Yiyi's vulnerable spot.

Chen Yiyi was helpless.

For others, Chen Yiyi might hesitate, but for Chen Cangyu?

"I will follow grandfather's arrangements." Chen Yiyi said softly.

"Yiyi!" Chen Cangyu immediately looked at Chen Yiyi, surprised, saying, "This can't happen!"

Tears streamed from Chen Yiyi's eyes, yet a smile appeared on her face.

"Perhaps it's mutually beneficial, but if I can't bind Ye Xiao's heart, I... I am helpless!" Chen Yiyi looked seriously at Chen Cangyu and said, "Also, if, I mean if, Ye Xiao doesn't fancy me, leading to my failure in this task, I request not to involve me in any matter regarding Ye Xiao anymore. I don't want to hurt my brother and family, just as I don't wish to hurt... hurt an innocent person."

Chen Yiyi finally spoke her mind.

"Yiyi, how can you bargain with grandfather's words?" Chen Zeming said sternly, looking at Chen Yiyi.

At this moment, Chen Maocai looked at Chen Yiyi and said, "We'll do as you said, I can assure you not to hurt Ye Xiao anymore. We all know of your kindness, so we can understand."

"Yiyi, you should leave now. Ye Xiao will arrive shortly, and if you appear in your current state, he'll surely think you've suffered greatly." Chen Maocai said, "Of course, I still hope you emerge gracefully and meet with Ye Xiao."

Chen Yiyi slightly nodded, saying, "Yes, I understand."

Then Chen Yiyi directly left the main hall.

"Father, this about Yiyi..." Chen Zeming looked at Chen Maocai.

Chen Maocai said, "In the future, Yiyi's status in the Chen family will be equal to Cangyu's."

"Ah?" Chen Zeming looked at Chen Cangyu, evidently puzzled, was it merely to use Chen Yiyi?

At this moment, Chen Cangyu was not at all pleased, because he knew that no matter how high Chen Yiyi's status rose in the eyes of father and grandfather, she would always be seen as a tool, and that was the saddest reality.

Chen Cangyu felt heartache, even having a sudden impulse to become the head of the Chen family, because then, he could ensure Chen Yiyi received the greatest respect.

Shortly, a Chen family guard ran in from outside.

"Master, Ye Xiao has arrived!"

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