The Useless Heiress Is Actually A Bigshot
Chapter 329 - Chapter 329 Chapter 329 Had a Pleasant Conversation

Chapter 329: Chapter 329: Had a Pleasant Conversation Chapter 329: Chapter 329: Had a Pleasant Conversation The one who brought up the topic, Lu Bei Yu, had an exceptionally ugly expression, shifting from green to red. Her eyes, when she looked at Zhong Niangyao, were like those of a murderer. If looks could kill, Niangyao would have been cut to pieces by now.

As the central figure of the topic but silent the whole time, Long Jiarui, was feeling quite pleased inside.

She was a young lady raised by a wealthy family, naturally not lingering in petty romances. Her union with Lu Chenran was not rooted in love.

The fact that Lu Chenran kept a mistress on the side was of little concern to her, it wouldn’t be Zhong Mengxuan, it would be someone like Li Mengxuan or Chen Mengxuan. Her discontent stemmed from the fact that this scandal broke out not long after their marriage, which was a direct slap to her face.

In this affair, that greedy mistress was indeed detestable. However, Lu Chenran was not innocent either.

Yet, some things were not for her to say out loud. Now that Zhong Niangyao had blurted it out so bluntly, it was truly TMD satisfying!

The affair between Lu Chenran and Zhong Mengxuan had originally been an internal affair of the main house. Now that Zhong Niangyao had spoken so frankly, it left everyone momentarily at a loss for words.

“Lady Zhong!” Old Madam Lu’s piercing gaze fell on Zhong Niangyao, “There are things you should and shouldn’t say. I think you should know the difference! Although Old Sir invited you here today, do not forget that this is the Lu Family.”

“Old Madam Lu, then you have truly wronged me.”

Feeling the pressure deliberately emanating from Old Madam Lu, Niangyao’s expression remained unchanged, her face still wore a faint smile, “From the moment I entered, all topics were brought up by you first. I simply chimed in a bit. Of course, if the truths I speak upset you, then I apologize here and now. After all, not everyone can handle the truth.”

“Of course, there’s also the fact that the topic was first brought up by your own granddaughter. Seems like she has quite an opinion of her brother! Otherwise, she wouldn’t bring up such… ehm, scandals in such a setting!”

“Don’t talk nonsense.” Lu Bei Yu almost leaped up, pointing at Zhong Niangyao and about to curse, “When did I ever talk about my brother’s affairs? I was talking about your shameless cousin.”

“Yes!” Zhong Niangyao nodded, unfazed, “And your brother who’s involved with my cousin, he’s no better!”

Lu Bei Yu was fuming with anger, her face flushed.

“What are you talking about!”

Just at this moment, an authoritative voice rang out, followed by the sight of Old Master Lu descending the stairs. His sharp eyes swept around the living room, his tone stern.

A step behind him was Lu Yichen. His gaze landed first on Zhong Niangyao. Seeing her smiling face and relaxed demeanor, his originally cold expression seemingly melted away like ice.

With the arrival of Old Master Lu, Old Madam Lu’s previously aggressive aura quickly disappeared, her smile becoming more affectionate, as if she were an ordinary elder, “We were just chatting about this and that. It’s Miss Zhong’s first visit, so it’s a good chance for us to get to know her better.”

As she spoke, her gaze fell on Zhong Niangyao, her eyes bearing a warning.

Old Master Lu seemed to doubt Old Madam Lu’s words. He turned to Niangyao, the authority on his face replaced by kindness, “Nianyao, have you been enjoying the conversation?”

Old Master Lu’s blatant contradiction of Old Madam Lu’s stance made her face look unpleasant.

Niangyao took a look around the living room, and under the somewhat anxious gazes of everyone, she slowly spoke, “Quite good, I enjoyed chatting with them.”

With those words, everyone else breathed a sigh of relief.

They had been worried that Niangyao would take this opportunity to complain, and then they would be reprimanded by Old Master Lu. Regardless of Niangyao’s status, she was a guest invited by Old Master Lu.

Therefore, in front of Old Master Lu, they dared not speak harshly to Niangyao.

Old Madam Lu cast a “you know your place” look at Niangyao.

In the face of Old Madam Lu’s gaze, Niangyao simply found it amusing.

From the beginning, she never intended to complain. Such trivial matters, she wouldn’t even take to heart, let alone complain! Besides, in such small situations, she was not one to be trifled with.

Although the atmosphere in the living room was a bit off, since Niangyao had put it that way, Old Master Lu naturally would not press further.

Now that Niangyao was with Lu Yichen, she was likely to enter the doors of the Lu Family in the future. She would need to get along with others, and as such experiences were necessary. He, as the head of the family, could not meddle too much either.

Old Master Lu quickly took his seat as well, engaging in light conversation with Niangyao, inquiring about trivial matters.

With Old Master Lu’s presence, no one dared to continue with their veiled insults.

The atmosphere in the living room also appeared much more harmonious.

Soon, dinner was ready. Everyone made their way to the dining room and took their seats.

After sitting down, Niangyao noticed a strange seating arrangement; she and Old Sir were placed to the right of Old Master Lu, while on his left was Old Madam Lu. Next to Old Madam Lu were the evening’s main characters–Lu Chenran and Long Jiarui.

This seating arrangement was quite odd. Lu Yichen’s position in the family should not be so high as to warrant a seat to the right of Old Master Lu.

Everyone else showed no surprise, indicating that this was customary for them.

However, she did notice that when Lu Yichen and she took their seats, Old Madam Lu gave Lu Yichen a deep look.

Her gaze was complicated, filled with wariness and dissatisfaction but devoid of any motherly affection, certainly not what one would expect from a mother to her child.

Although curious, Niangyao showed nothing on her face.

The Lu Family being a major clan, certain traditions were naturally upheld. For example, one should not talk while eating or speak in bed. Although it wasn’t that no words were spoken, there were certainly few, maintaining quietude.

Lu Yichen took care of Niangyao throughout dinner, occasionally serving her dishes, peeling shrimp, and picking out fish bones, all with the poise of an exemplary boyfriend.