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Faced with Yang Fenglan's tearful pleas, Ye Bai's lips twitched violently, and he could only comfort her, "Mom, don't worry, since it's happened, there's always a way to solve it..."

He could certainly guess what Yang Fenglan was up to, and if he didn't know the truth, he might have helped her out of consideration for their past bond.

But he was absolutely certain that Ye Xuanyuan wanted to drug and rape Zhu Daji, and that he was the one who caused Ye Xuanyuan's good deed to be ruined and captured.

Under these circumstances, to expect him to go against his conscience and ask Old Madam Qin for help is utter nonsense.

More importantly, someone like Ye Xuanyuan is not worth his help at all.

It is true that people in the Xuanmen sect can act as they please, but there are also bottom lines that cannot be crossed!

If Ye Bai also has no bottom line, then he is no different from those scoundrels of the Xuanmen sect, and everyone should kill him.

"If your mom and dad could handle this, they wouldn't have come to you for help..."

Yang Fenglan cried even more bitterly, she was really worried that something had happened to her son.

Everyone understands the saying that a doting mother spoils her son, but knowing it and doing it are two different things.

"Xiao Bai, I know you and your older brother have some conflicts, but no matter what, you are brothers!"

"Although you are not a true member of the Ye family by blood, after all these years, you are more than a biological child to me!"

"If you still harbor resentment towards your older brother for anything, or if the Ye family has wronged you in any way, Dad apologizes to you here..."

Ye Wentian also looked at Ye Bai and said sincerely.

"Dad, you're exaggerating. The Ye family has done nothing to wrong me..."

Ye Bai gave a bitter laugh, finally understanding why Qin Wanqing always said that his adoptive father, Ye Wentian, was a difficult character to deal with.

These words were clearly an attempt to coerce him into helping by using the debt of gratitude he owed her for raising her.

Otherwise, not only would word get out and he be branded as unfilial, but even the Qin family would have a negative opinion of him.

For an elderly woman like Grandma Qin, the most valued quality is filial piety.

Not even one!

So it's no exaggeration to say that Ye Wentian put Ye Bai on the hot seat with just a few words.

Unless he agrees to help, any excuse he makes will make him seem like an ungrateful wretch.

However, it is clear that Ye Wentian still does not understand Ye Bai enough.

It could even be said that from the day they adopted him as the Ye family’s adopted son, no one in the Ye family ever wanted to know anything about this child from the orphanage.

From the moment he was sent to the Qin family to be a substitute bride, the so-called kindness the Ye family showed him was severed.

Just as Ye Bai was about to reveal the truth and completely thwart Ye Wentian and his wife's hopes, Old Madam Qin suddenly spoke up.

"Don't pressure Xiaobai anymore. How about this, I'll arrange a meeting with Old Madam Zhu for you to hear her terms."

With her discerning eyes, Old Madam Qin was naturally able to see through Ye Wentian and his wife's intention to force Ye Bai.

This made her somewhat dissatisfied, but also made her feel even more sorry for Ye Bai. So, no matter how unwilling she was, she was prepared to inquire about the matter for the sake of her grandson-in-law.

In this way, regardless of whether the matter succeeds or not, it can be considered that Ye Bai has given an explanation to the Ye family.

"Thank you so much, Madam! We'll be waiting for your good news!"

Upon hearing this, Ye Wentian and his wife were overjoyed. Seeing that their goal had been achieved, they did not linger any longer and got up to take their leave.

"Grandma, things aren't actually as they say..."

After Ye Wentian and his wife left, Ye Bai recounted the events of the previous night with a sense of helplessness.

He knew, of course, that the reason Old Madam Qin had agreed was because she cared for him.

That's why he wouldn't let the old lady be kept in the dark.

To Ye Bai's surprise, Old Madam Qin showed no surprise at all after hearing this. Instead, she chuckled and said, "Grandma had already guessed that they were lying, but I never expected that this was something you and that girl Lulu did together."

"Then you still agreed to their request..."

Ye Bai was taken aback, his face full of confusion.

Old Madam Qin laughed and said, "You've always lived in the mountains and never been exposed to the dirty dealings between wealthy families, so naturally you can't see the intricacies of this place."

Before Ye Bai could speak, Old Madam Qin continued, "Have you ever considered that the Zhu family, who should have chosen to settle things privately and avoid trouble, have instead made such a big fuss that it's almost common knowledge? It's very likely that it wasn't unintentional, but rather deliberate?"

Ye Bai was taken aback, then suddenly realized, "Grandma, do you mean that the Zhu family's grand gesture isn't really to avenge Zhu Daji, but rather for some other purpose? Or to put it simply, they've got their eyes on something belonging to the Ye family and want to use this method to get it?"

Old Madam Qin looked at Ye Bai with admiration in her eyes and nodded in satisfaction, saying, "Not bad! So even if I don't act as the middleman, they can find someone else to do it. In that case, it's better to let me do it, so that some people won't ruin your reputation outside."

She's finding her grandson-in-law increasingly pleasing to the eye; aside from other aspects, his comprehension is exceptionally high.

She only gave a slight hint about the power struggles between wealthy families, and the other party had already figured it out and could even apply it to other situations.

This skill is comparable to Qin Wanqing's and far surpasses that of other members of the Qin family.

"Moreover, since you saved that girl Daji, Grandma should have a word with Sister Zhu. There might be some unexpected good news."

Old Madam Qin smiled even more happily, as if she had thought of something joyful.

Once Ye Bai realized that this was nothing more than a game or even a transaction between wealthy families, he lost interest in getting involved any further.

He was a complete novice in this field, and he simply listened to Old Madam Qin's every word.

In this area, there are probably few in the entire Jingzhou who have a deeper level of cultivation than the old lady.

"It seems the Ye family is going to have to spend a lot of money this time! Is there anything you want? Grandma can help you get it later."

While eating breakfast, Qin Wanqing, knowing that Ye Wentian and his wife had come, looked at Ye Bai and asked.

To her, the Ye family deserved their misfortune; it was entirely their own fault.

Even though she and Zhu Daji were at odds, she absolutely did not want to see the other party almost harmed by Ye Xuanyuan using the most despicable means.

Unfortunately, since this was destined to be a transaction, Ye Xuanyuan will eventually be acquitted and unable to be punished by law.

However, while gloating, Qin Wanqing suddenly had a question.

Wasn't the Ye family supposed to have incredibly good fortune? How could such bad luck happen?

Judging from the stance the Zhu family has taken, they are likely determined to take a significant cut from the Ye family this time, otherwise they will not give up easily.

Adding the compensation paid to the Qin family, the Ye family's losses were staggering.

A family that is prosperous and successful should not have fallen to this state.

Could it be... that the Ye family's fortunes have begun to decline?

This is not impossible, after all, no family can maintain its good fortune forever.

Why did the Ye family's fortunes suddenly disappear?

Qin Wanqing seemed to have vaguely grasped something, but when she thought about it carefully, it disappeared...