CHAPTER 390: CHAPTER 390

The patriarch of the Xiao Family had faced all sorts of storms over the years.

But now, he felt his mind had become muddled, completely unable to make sense of the situation.

"Get Xiao Shuo back here at once! Immediately!" The patriarch’s heart trembled violently.

He was genuinely worried that Xiao Linye and the Ye Family’s foster daughter were getting entangled.

No matter what, it’s better to clear things up, he thought.

Especially considering Xiao Shuo’s timid demeanor, reflecting on it now, it didn’t seem like he would dare to make up stories about Xiao Linye so casually. So, it was possible that he really wasn’t lying...

"Alright, I’ll go now. Should I let the Young Mistress know about Miss Qi’s situation?"

"Inform her too!" roared the patriarch.

This damned boy, what the hell is going on with him, causing such a mess in his life in such a short time since returning?

Now, the patriarch just wanted to quickly restore order to Xiao Linye’s chaotic life. His current wife isn’t suitable for him, nor is the Ye Family’s foster daughter! So, if there has to be chaos, let it be complete chaos this time. Hopefully, after the chaos, everything will become thoroughly clear.

"Okay," Uncle Zhong nodded.

At this moment, his back was covered in layer after layer of cold sweat.

Xiao Linye was completely unaware that because he refused to bring Ye Yuning back to the Xiao family estate, troubles had begun to arise incessantly over there.

It seemed like they were ready to completely overturn everything...!

「...」

When Xiao Shuo received the call from the Xiao Family’s ancestral home, he was still working overtime at the company.

When he heard from Uncle Zhong that it was about his Seventh Uncle’s matter and that he had to go back again, a shiver ran through Xiao Shuo’s whole body.

"Grandfather wants me to come back? For what?"

"To explain in detail what you saw regarding the Ye Family’s foster daughter and the Seventh Master."

Xiao Shuo was momentarily speechless. Explain in detail! So now Grandfather is starting to believe what I said? He wants to understand the matter thoroughly?

As this thought crossed his mind, Xiao Shuo felt much more spirited.

He just knew Grandfather’s eyes were sharp! How could the vile acts Ye Yuning committed not be punished?

"Alright, I’ll come back right away!"

"Then hurry up. Do we need to prepare dinner for you here?"

"Thank you, Uncle Zhong, please prepare it; I haven’t had dinner yet!"

He was really famished. If there was any opportunity for a free meal, he wouldn’t miss it.

"Okay, then come back quickly. I’ll have the kitchen make braised pork for you."

"I want the fattiest cuts!"

Uncle Zhong was speechless. Just how long has it been since he last ate meat? Anytime there’s a chance for a free meal, he absolutely insists on meat.

He hung up the phone.

Excitement was written all over Xiao Shuo’s face.

Grandfather believed me. He’s started to believe me again! As long as Grandfather believes me, that’s good enough; then Grandfather will take action against that bitch Ye Yuning. It would be best to kick that bitch Ye Tong out of Upper City along with her!

Just thinking about the grievances he had suffered because of Ye Yuning recently, Xiao Shuo wanted to take vicious revenge on her.

But then, as he lowered his gaze, he saw the mountain of documents piled up on his desk.

He hesitated!

Flashes of memories passed through his mind: images of how the patriarch had doted on his Seventh Uncle since they were young.

He was the patriarch’s grandson, while Seventh Uncle was only four years older than him!

When they were younger, the two of them had even been playmates. Any small bump or bruise Seventh Uncle suffered would surely break the patriarch’s heart the most. Come to think of it, he had been scolded by the patriarch many times because of Seventh Uncle.

With this kind of favoritism, could Grandfather’s supposed belief in me truly protect me this time? Seventh Uncle is not someone to be trifled with...

Considering Xiao Linye’s ferocity, the bit of excitement on Xiao Shuo’s face vanished in an instant.

Grandfather believing me is useless. If Seventh Uncle really protects that bitch Ye Yuning, there’s nothing Grandfather can do. By letting Grandfather know about this, at most, it will just bring Seventh Uncle and Ye Yuning’s affair out into the open.

HISS! Xiao Shuo couldn’t help but suck in a breath of cold air.

He felt extremely unwilling, an agonizing frustration clawing at his insides. But at this moment, he was also utterly clear-headed, well aware that no matter the situation, the scales would ultimately tip in Seventh Uncle’s favor.

"ARGH!" This is infuriating! Xiao Shuo fiercely ruffled his own hair.

BUZZ. BUZZ. BUZZ. The phone on his office desk vibrated—it was his father, Xiao Li, calling.

He answered, "Dad."

"Come back tomorrow."

"I have to work overtime; I probably can’t make it."

"You’re still working overtime now?" Xiao Li sounded shocked on the other end of the line.

"Yeah," Xiao Shuo replied, his voice noticeably lacking energy.

He felt that if this high-intensity overtime continued, he might very well die from overwork.

Hearing that he had to work overtime, Xiao Li relented. "Alright then, we’ll talk when you have time off."

At this moment, he finally felt a sense of pride knowing his son was working diligently! His previous lazy attitude had been incredibly frustrating.

Just as he was about to hang up, Xiao Shuo quickly called out, "Dad, if Seventh Uncle and I were both in danger, who would Grandfather choose to save?"

"What kind of silly question is that? Of course, he’d save your Seventh Uncle!" Xiao Li said irritably.

He thought the question was completely absurd. In the Xiao Family, who didn’t know that the Old Patriarch doted on Seventh Uncle the most? Was there even a need to ask?!