Deep fear rose in Zhao Zifei's heart. At the same time, there was strong resentment.
He knew since he was a child that his existence was just a chess piece that his mother used to fulfill her ambition.
But under the influence of his mother, how could he be willing to be manipulated by his mother?
"Why are you looking at me like that? Why? Are you not happy that I hit you? "
Mrs. Duan looked at him coldly and questioned.
Zhao Zifei desperately gritted his teeth. Even though his mouth was full of the rusty smell of blood, he still lowered his head.
"I dare not. I just feel guilty."
He humbly crawled in front of his mother and stretched out his hand to pull the hem of his mother's clothes.
Just like before, he firmly fastened the mask of an obedient son on his face.
"I can't help you. I'm really useless. But mother, I'm doing this so that you can control everything in the Zhao Family as soon as possible.
If Fang Rao's niece really succeeds, then you and I will have no place in the Zhao Family. "
His pleading didn't make his mother's cold face any better.
Zhao Zifei's mind turned very fast.
Anyway, he and his mother had not shed all pretense of cordiality. As long as he insisted that all this was to achieve their goal, even if his mother suspected him, so what?
After all, he was still a useful chess piece.
Mrs. Duan's cold eyes fell on his lowered head.
"So, I misunderstood you?"
"No! It's my own incompetence that made you lose face. Next time, I won't act on my own. I will listen to you. "
He raised his head again. His eyes were shining with tears.
"Mother, in this world, only you and I are connected by blood. I know very well that without you, I wouldn't be where I am now. "
He cried very sincerely, but in his heart, he hated the feeling of helplessness that his future and fate were in the hands of others.
Even if she was his birth mother, she shouldn't have ordered him around like a dog.
Mrs. Duan seemed to be moved by his "sincerity".
After letting out a sigh, she helped him up. Then, like a competent and loving mother, she asked about his well-being.
"Does it hurt? Zifei, it's good that you know my feelings as your mother. You're right, we're one. If we are not of one mind, how can we take back what we deserve from the hands of the enemy? "
Zhao Zifei looked very moved, but in his heart, he snorted disdainfully.
However, after all these years, he had already gotten used to disguising his true nature in front of his mother. At that moment, he only bit his lips, and his expression became even more guilty.
"Actually, I know you were forced to do this. That girl's methods are despicable and fierce, comparable to her dead aunt. If you recklessly fight with her, I'm afraid you'll suffer a loss. "
On this point, Zhao Zifei had the same view as his mother.
"That's why I've been fully prepared."
Madam Duan gently stroked her son's shoulder and softly said, "Not all of your father's old friends will listen to the late Madam. What's more, you're your father's only son. So what if she temporarily stole the limelight? In the end, you are the young master of this residence. It doesn't matter if you are temporarily ignored. Naturally, someone will value your value. "
After listening to his mother's words, Zhao Zifei realized how much scheming he and his mother had been.
Even if his mother had never come to the Zhao Family, she still had everything about his father in her hands.
He nodded with a little excitement, indicating that he understood.
Madam Duan looked at him with satisfaction. "Since you understand, pack up and go to the front yard to help your father receive his old friends. They will be your help in the future. Now, at least, you should leave a good impression on them. "
Zhao Zifei suppressed the excitement in his heart.
He had thought that he would definitely lose, but now there was a new turning point. How could he not be eager to show off?
"Mother, then I'll go first. Wait for my good news!"
He left in high spirits.
But he didn't see the expression on his mother's face, which was smiling gently at him just now, gradually become cold.
When Zhao Zifei was dragged back to the house for education, Lin Mengya also encountered a little trouble.
But it was not unsolvable. It was just that the identity of the person who made her trouble was a little special.
"How can she, a little girl, solve the affairs of the Zhao Family? What's more, she is a foreigner. "
Obviously, the man in front of her did not think highly of her.
Lin Mengya was not angry because of these words. After all, what he said was the truth.
But Elder Zhao did not think so.
Seeing Elder Zhao's slightly stiff face, she thought that at least he should not quarrel with the guest at the gate. So she gently pulled Elder Zhao's sleeve, indicating that he should let the guest in first.
Elder Zhao swallowed the words in his mouth, but the smile on his face faded.
"Elder Li, you've come from afar. Don't stand at the gate and talk. Brother Jiang and the others have arrived. Elder Li, you should also go in to meet your old friends. "
Lin Mengya clearly felt that Elder Zhao was unfamiliar with Elder Li.
However, the latter actually glared at her coldly. It was obvious that she was venting her anger on him.
After the guests were led in, Elder Zhao explained to her in a slightly annoyed tone.
"His name is Li Chengyuan. He is one of the Li family members who was recommended to the Elders' Council with me. He is a little old-fashioned, but he is not a bad person. I will explain to him clearly in the future. "
Lin Mengya shook her head.
Li Chengyuan's little difficulty was nothing to her.
But what made her feel strange was that she did not know why she always felt that he seemed to have some inexplicable hostility towards her.
After practicing mind reading, she was especially sensitive to the fluctuations of people's emotions.
Especially this kind of emotion would have a negative impact on her. Her sensitivity was like a radar.
But she was sure that she and this Elder Li could be said to have never met before.
And this was the first time they met. Why did she become the target of his hostility for no reason?
She really could not figure it out.
In the morning, there were almost seven or eight aristocratic families who sent people to mourn the late Madam of the Zhao Family.
Seeing that the sky was already a little dark, Lin Mengya, who was tired from the cold, followed Elder Zhao back to the warm and comfortable guest hall.
Inside were some old friends who met each other. Although it was at the funeral of the late Madam, they still felt that it was a rare opportunity and started to chat with each other.
Lin Mengya had no intention of intervening in the conversation of these ancient big shots.
Therefore, she only asked about the preparation of hot tea and food in the outer room before preparing to leave.
But she did not expect to hear someone talking about her inside.
"Brother Zhao, I wonder if that capable niece of yours has ever been betrothed? Aiyaya, it is rare to find such a considerate child. If it is convenient, why don't we make it a marriage? "
She did not need to distinguish between these words to know who they belonged to.
Sure enough, Elder Zhao laughed heartily.
"You are not the only one who has a good eye for talent. This child has long been engaged. She is just waiting for the next spring to marry her husband."
Lin Mengya was speechless when she heard this.
She had been married for a long time and had two children. Elder Zhao was obviously joking with her.
But for some reason, this joke did not enter the ears of some people.
"Since she has a fiancé, she should not occupy the place of the magpie's nest and come to my uncle's mansion to criticize. It is no wonder that the Fang Family has such a bad upbringing. How can they raise a lady from a respectable family? "
These words were not polite and were equivalent to slapping Elder Zhao, the host, in the face. The atmosphere suddenly became cold.
Lin Mengya's face was extremely cold.
At the same time, she also heard that the person who spoke was Li Chengyuan.
She was also puzzled. How did she offend this Elder Li?
Inside, Elder Zhao's face was also filled with astonishment, which then turned into slight dissatisfaction.
"Elder Li, I have already made it very clear. After my wife passed away, there was really no one to take care of the family, so I asked him to come back to help. For my sake, please don't criticize my wife's relatives. "
"I never liked that lady of yours! She has been married to you for more than ten years, right? As a woman, not only did she not take care of her husband and children, but she also prevented her husband from taking concubines and carrying on the family line. She has already made a mistake. In the past, I saw that you were stubborn and would not listen to me even if I told you. Now that she is no longer here, it is time for you to wake up! "
"Elder Li, please be careful with your words!"
In the living room, Elder Zhao's voice suddenly became serious.
"I know that you have always been outspoken, but this is between me and my wife. You don't have to worry about it, Elder Li."
"You are blinded by a leaf! I should have beaten you up and let you see that woman's true colors, then you would not … "
"Li Chengyuan, who gave you permission to slander my wife?"
Oh no!
Hearing that the reunion of old friends had almost turned into a meeting of enemies, Lin Mengya did not think twice and asked someone to bring hot tea into the room.
She followed closely behind, and under the gazes of the crowd, she directly walked in front of Elder Zhao.
"Uncle-in-law, the meal is ready. Please take a seat with the elders."
However, she did not expect Li Chengyuan to be so unforgiving.
"You really come from a small family and have no manners. How dare you barge in and interrupt the elders when they are talking. "
Unexpectedly, Lin Mengya's expression did not change. Instead, she turned around gracefully and said with a smile.
"My family background is indeed not high, but at least my parents taught me to be honest. If I have offended you in any way, please tell me and I will apologize to you. With your magnanimity, I am sure you will forgive me.
However, my aunt has passed away. Even if she did not do well, if you want to blame her, she will not be able to explain herself. Moreover, Uncle-in-law and aunt have always been deeply in love with each other. If there is any misunderstanding between them, I believe Uncle-in-law would have already let it go. "
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