The Useless Heiress Is Actually A Bigshot
Chapter 442 - Chapter 442 Chapter 442 Stranger

Chapter 442: Chapter 442 Stranger Chapter 442: Chapter 442 Stranger Because of Lu Yichen’s intervention, Zhong Mengxuan didn’t even dare to utter a peep, let alone muster the courage to confront Zhong Niangyao afterward.

Even with the many grievances she harbored against Zhong Niangyao in her heart, under the imposing watch of Lu Yichen, she dared not say anything more.

After Lu Yichen spoke, Old Sir Zhong on the side stopped saying anything as well.

Regarding Lu Yichen’s actions, Old Sir did not have any objections. As for those unreserved words, he didn’t find anything improper either.

Zhong Mengxuan was just too self-centered. Whenever something went wrong, it was always someone else’s fault.

Indeed, she needed someone to properly take charge of her, to prevent her from causing even bigger problems in the future.

As for Zhong Mingyu, there was even less need to say. With such a major incident occurring, his mind was in total disarray, and now, a complete blank.

Today, he had intended to go through with the divorce, but unfortunately, such a major incident had taken place. If it hadn’t been for Li Yiqiu pushing her, the one lying in the ICU now would have been her.

Now, Li Yiqiu was still not out of mortal danger, and Mingyu didn’t know what to do, all that was left for him was patiently waiting.

However, no matter what the final outcome for Li Yiqiu would be, he had already braced himself, realizing that the two of them would not be able to get divorced.

Because of Lu Yichen’s sudden interjection, Zhong Mengxuan no longer dared to continue placing the blame on Zhong Niangyao. For the moment, the atmosphere was relatively calm.

By now, they had already arrived at the hospital, and to show her concern, Zhong Niangyao still went to find a doctor to inquire about Li Yiqiu’s condition before deciding to leave the hospital.

After all, staying on in the hospital was of no great use.

Naturally, she was not the only one leaving; she also brought Old Sir Zhong back home with her.

Old Sir Zhong didn’t object, as he was getting on in years and his energy was not what it used to be. If he were not the head of the family, he wouldn’t have stayed so long.

In the car—-

Old Sir Zhong and Zhong Niangyao were riding back together.

Lu Yichen had intended to take them back, but since Old Sir had brought a driver, he told Lu Yichen there was no need for him to make the trip.

Lu Yichen didn’t insist either. After exchanging a few words with Zhong Niangyao, he helped her get into the car.

“Yaoyao—-” Old Sir Zhong looked at Zhong Niangyao with a face full of guilt, “The matter with your Second Uncle and Li Yiqiu—-”

“Grandfather, there’s no need to say anymore.” Zhong Niangyao directly interrupted Old Sir Zhong, smiling as she shook her head, “I understand. With such an incident having happened, it would be inhumane to continue forcing Second Uncle to divorce.”

She had anticipated this outcome even before arriving at the hospital. Although Old Sir Zhong loved her dearly, he was also the head of the Zhong Family, and his decisions could not be based solely on his personal likes and dislikes. So, she didn’t blame Old Sir Zhong; after all, nobody could have predicted such an incident.

Seeing Zhong Niangyao’s understanding demeanor, Old Sir Zhong felt pained and then promised, “Yaoyao, rest assured, even if they cannot be divorced, I will make sure you receive the compensation you deserve.”

Zhong Niangyao nodded, looking trustingly at Old Sir Zhong, “Grandfather, I trust you.”

Seeing Zhong Niangyao’s trustful eyes, Old Sir Zhong felt even more distressed and was even more resolved. Although he couldn’t force Zhong Mingyu to divorce Li Yiqiu forcefully, he wouldn’t let the matter rest without notice.

Zhong Niangyao didn’t care much about Li Yiqiu’s circumstances. A few days later, she heard Li Yiqiu had passed the critical phase and had awakened.

She didn’t care in the slightest and continued living her own life.

Or it might be said that none of the Zhong Family members were stirred in the least by Li Yiqiu’s incident.

However, sometimes there are matters you wish to pass quietly, yet some people just have to take those issues and make a big fuss, which is extremely annoying.

That day, upon returning home, Zhong Niangyao realized the atmosphere in the living room was off.

In the living room were several people who seemed familiar yet foreign, with Zhong Mengxuan sitting among them, exuding a full sense of confidence.

On the other end, Old Sir Zhong and Old Madam Zhong were seated, their expressions very displeased, their gaze toward Zhong Mengxuan containing barely concealed anger.

Both Zhong Minghao and Zhong Jinghao were there, their faces especially grim. However, Zheng Silin’s presence was nowhere to be seen, and it was unclear where she had gone.

The ambiance in the living room was peculiarly awkward, and it was unclear if something had been discussed prior, leading to the extreme unpleasantness. No one was speaking anymore.

For a moment, the living room fell into an eerie silence, with only the sound of breathing, and hardly any other noise.

The sudden arrival of Zhong Niangyao directly shattered the strange atmosphere in the living room.

Everyone’s gaze turned sharply toward her. Especially those few somewhat unfamiliar individuals, who couldn’t help revealing a trace of oddness in their eyes upon her arrival.

Shrugging her shoulders, Zhong Niangyao found a seat and sat down on her own.

Although she didn’t know exactly what had happened in the living room just now, she could still feel that these people, whom she had not seen before, certainly did not bode well for their visit.

Just by looking at the unpleasant expressions on Old Sir Zhong and Old Madam Zhong’s faces, she could make a guess.

“Nianyao, you probably don’t remember!”

Once Zhong Niangyao was seated, Zhong Mengxuan immediately began introducing the individuals next to her, “This is my maternal grandfather and my uncle. They came especially to visit my mother after hearing about her injury.”

“Pfft—-”

Upon hearing Zhong Mengxuan’s words, Zhong Niangyao couldn’t help but burst out laughing, “So Second Aunt has been discharged from the hospital! I truly didn’t know! I thought Second Aunt was severely injured, needing to stay in the hospital for observation. Little did I expect that she could be discharged just after a few days!”

“What are you babbling nonsense about?” Zhong Mengxuan glared at Zhong Niangyao irritably, “My mom is so seriously injured, how could she possibly be discharged now! If you don’t have a brain, don’t assume others are the same as you.”

“Oh, is that so?” Zhong Niangyao shook her head, her tone devoid of any ups and downs, “Then I must have misunderstood. After all, you just said that they came to visit Second Aunt.”

“Now that Second Aunt isn’t here, what are they here to visit?”