The Useless Heiress Is Actually A Bigshot
Chapter 465 - Chapter 465 Chapter 465 Return to the Lai Family

Chapter 465: Chapter 465: Return to the Lai Family Chapter 465: Chapter 465: Return to the Lai Family After leaving the Zheng Family, Zhong Nianyao only then realized, belatedly, that she had forgotten to do something very important.

She smacked her own head, somewhat annoyed, “I was so focused on resolving Chu Tong’s issues that I forgot to discuss Shen Yixue’s matter with Old Sir Chu.”

Seeing Zhong Nianyao’s expression, Lu Yichen couldn’t help but laugh, “Shall we go back to the hospital now?”

“No,” Zhong Nianyao shook her head, “Given Chu Tong’s situation, Old Sir Chu probably doesn’t have the spare energy to worry about anything else. So–”

At this point, Zhong Nianyao’s eyes flickered, “Let’s go to the Lai family now! I have visited Elder Mrs. Lai before. Although it hasn’t been long, I think it’s okay to visit again.”

Watching Zhong Nianyao’s demeanor, Lu Yichen couldn’t help but shake his head amusingly, “Then I’ll accompany you.”

“Sure!” Zhong Nianyao nodded, “But you can just wait for me outside. There’s no need for you to come in.”

Lu Yichen raised an eyebrow and didn’t object. In matters that did not endanger Zhong Nianyao’s safety, he tended to take a laissez-faire approach.

Moments later, Zhong Nianyao arrived at the Lai family’s residence. Making two visits in such a short time didn’t make her feel uncomfortable.

In the drawing room–

Zhong Nianyao sat there, relaxed and at ease, completely lacking the restraint one might have as a guest in someone else’s home. Her relaxed demeanor was as if she was in her own home.

It wasn’t long before Old Mrs. Lai came in. She then gestured for the servants to leave and sat down on the sofa opposite Zhong Nianyao.

Looking at Zhong Nianyao, who had come to visit again, she didn’t show much aversion, took a sip of tea, set down the cup, and looked at Zhong Nianyao before slowly starting, “Lady Zhong, what brings you here today? Do you have further advice?”

Although unsure of Zhong Nianyao’s intentions, she had a feeling that it might still be about Li Jingming.

“Old Mrs. Lai, seeing me here, you must already have a guess!” Zhong Nianyao did not beat around the bush and directly stated, “I’m here also because of Li Jingming.”

Hearing Zhong Nianyao’s words, Old Mrs. Lai frowned, “Li Jingming has already been expelled from the company, and Chen Sisi has been kicked out of the apartment. Although he is still nominally a member of the Lai family, he won’t get a penny from the family’s assets in the future.”

Of course, she hadn’t told Li Jingming about this decision yet; only her husband, son, and daughter-in-law were informed. Her husband and son had to know. As for the daughter-in-law, it was to reassure her.

She felt that these measures were sufficient and considered an adequate explanation for Zhong Nianyao. If Zhong Nianyao persisted, it would be indelicate of her.

“Oh, is that so?” Zhong Nianyao raised an eyebrow and her lips curled into a smile, “What if I came here today to ask you to expel Li Jingming from the Lai family and declare that he will no longer be associated with your family? Would you agree to that?”

Old Mrs. Lai, taken aback, a flicker of anger crossed her eyes, “Lady Zhong, whether Li Jingming is expelled from the Lai family is our family’s business. Aren’t you overreaching?”

It wasn’t because she felt much affection for her grandson, Li Jingming; she simply disliked Zhong Nianyao’s attitude. She didn’t want anyone to interfere with their family’s decisions. Even if they eventually decided to expel Li Jingming, it would be their decision and not because someone forced their hand.

Even if Zhong Nianyao had incredible abilities, she couldn’t meddle in their family affairs.

“Well, I just feel that your family should give me an explanation, right?” Zhong Nianyao said with a smile, “After all, I am the victim here!”

“Zhong Nianyao, it’s best not to be too greedy.”

Now that Old Mrs. Lai was calling her by her full name, it was clear she was quite upset, “I have already given you an explanation. The previous incident was our family taking a stand. But I hope you know when to stop. Otherwise, our Lai family is not to be trifled with.”

“No, no, no!” Zhong Nianyao shook her head in denial, “I’m not talking about last time, but this time!”

Upon hearing this, Old Mrs. Lai was momentarily stunned, her anger replaced by confusion, and with a bit of probing, she asked, “You mean–”

“Old Mrs. Lai might not be aware,” Zhong Nianyao said with a smile, starkly contrasting the words that followed, “but Li Jingming is relentless. Just the other day, he hired a terminally ill person to drive a car and try to have me killed!”

“Fortunately, I wasn’t injured. But, surely we can’t just pretend the incident never happened simply because I wasn’t hurt!”

From the moment Zhong Nianyao mentioned this time, Old Mrs. Lai had a growing sense of foreboding. Zhong Nianyao’s words just now also confirmed her suspicions.

“Lady Zhong, are you sure it was Li Jingming who did it?”

If Li Jingming were in front of her, she would undoubtedly slap him without hesitation.

Just another foolish act. Clearly outmatched by Zhong Nianyao, yet repeatedly provoking her, even targeting her life.

If she were Zhong Nianyao, she wouldn’t let such a fool off the hook either.

“Old Mrs. Lai, I thought you would know my temperament from our last conversation,” Zhong Nianyao spoke with a smile, “I have no evidence, but I just know it was Li Jingming. Otherwise, I wouldn’t have come here in person today.”

“Besides hoping you’ll expel Li Jingming from the Lai family, I’m also here today to give you a heads-up. I absolutely won’t let Li Jingming off.”

“Expelling Li Jingming from the Lai family is just a suggestion. If you truly don’t want to, I won’t insist. However–”

At this point, Zhong Nianyao’s eyes darkened, a mysterious glint flickering within, “If anything happens to Li Jingming in the future that affects the Lai family, then I am truly sorry.”

After finishing, she wasn’t in a hurry for a response, just quietly waiting. Because she was confident that, ultimately, they would agree to her request. After all, in their eyes, the Lai family’s interests were far more important than Li Jingming’s.