SFS Chapter 21 Dinner (3) gesturing
Chapter 21 Dinner (3) gesturing
As soon as she called out "sister," everyone's eyes were drawn to Ye Kening, and whispers began to circulate again.
"Who is this……"
"She must be Miss Ye's adoptive parents' younger sister, right?"
"No wonder, I knew I'd never seen it before..."
Ye Kening paid no attention to the scrutinizing or curious glances, even though she had never experienced such a grand scene in her twenty years of life.
But the most important thing her older sister taught her was to stay calm in any situation. Only when you are emotionally stable can you do what you want to do.
So Ye Kening calmed herself down and said, "I'm very happy that my sister is back home. I also brought a gift today, although it's not with everyone else's, it's still a small token of my appreciation."
As she spoke, she pointed to the pile of gifts that the guests had given her.
Before Ye Sanqing could say anything, Ye Siqing stepped forward to find out which one it was.
He could tell at a glance that Ye Kening's dress was this year's new style. Knowing that family as he did, they would never spend money on a brand-new dress for a banquet. It was even possible that Ye Sanqing had bought it. Returning to the Ye family and immediately giving money to a former family—Ye Sanqing really was capable of that!
Therefore, Ye Siqing did not believe that Ye Kening could give anything good. He was determined to find the gift, open it on the spot, and thoroughly humiliate her.
Ye Kening said, "The one with the pink star-shaped packaging."
Before Ye Siqing could even think about why the other person was giving him a hint, he grabbed the gift and opened it.
After he saw that the gift inside was a small diamond brooch, he revealed a disdainful smile, turned around, and was about to make a sarcastic remark when a fist came flying at him.
Ye Sanqing said, "Did you get my permission?"
Caught off guard, Ye Siqing barely managed to keep the diamond brooch from falling to the ground. He covered his face and looked up, only to see his second brother take a step back and mutter, "I don't need to pay for this punch, do I?"
"You actually hit me?" Feeling the gazes around her, Ye Siqing was both angry and anxious, her face flushed red, whether from being hit or from shame and indignation, it was hard to tell.
"You actually opened my gift?" Ye Sanqing answered the question with a question.
"I just wanted to show everyone what nice things she could give, right? I've seen too many people like this. They say it's just a small token of their appreciation, but they only come to you because they see you've gone home and become rich, and they see you can profit from it. Look at this cheap stuff, can it even be considered a gift?" Ye Siqing blurted out in her anxiety.
Ye Sanqing's eyes clearly showed that she didn't care about beating anyone in public. There was no point in bringing this up now, so he could only say what he originally wanted to say.
"So you think sentiment can be measured by the value of a gift?" Ye Sanqing glanced at him and laughed. "With so many gifts from guests here, I'm afraid none of them can compare to the price of that house, right? Are you saying that none of you are here to congratulate me sincerely today?"
Ye Kening gave Ye Siqing a cold smile from behind Ye Sanqing. "Stupid, aren't you? Trying to pick a fight with me? Her sister is incredibly powerful!"
Although Ye Kening vaguely sensed that Ye Sanqing seemed different from before, she subconsciously attributed it to the fact that he used to need to keep a low profile, but now he no longer needed to hide his talents.
The crowd gasped. Today, everyone had given gifts based on etiquette and their own relationship with the Ye family, which was perfectly normal. Did Ye Siqing's words imply that the Ye family was dissatisfied with them?
Although they are not as wealthy as the Ye family, they are still considered social elites and cannot be criticized casually.
In an instant, all eyes fell on Ye Siqing.
Ye Siqing didn't know how things had turned out this way. He had only intended to humiliate Ye Kening, this sycophant, but Ye Sanqing's words turned it into him nitpicking at everyone.
Ye Jin'er found his expression somewhat amusing. Foolish younger brother! He doesn't have the ability, yet he insists on being the first to stick his neck out.
Ye Sanqing didn't care about saving face and said, "Or is Ye Wanyin also going to give me a house? Then I can't refuse."
Ye Siqing was still flustered and unsure how to salvage the situation when he heard Ye Sanqing's words, which only made him more panicked. He naturally couldn't agree to this on Ye Wanyin's behalf, and although he wanted to refute the other party, he couldn't find any logical flaws in their argument, since he was the one who had said it.
Ye Kening didn't intend to do anything to him. Seeing his frustrated look, she felt it was enough. She stepped out from behind Ye Sanqing and said, "Sister, I'm sure this brother didn't mean it that way, right? Sigh, I know my gift might not be much in your eyes, but it's something I worked hard to buy for you... I just wanted to make you happy... I didn't think that a gift of low value would cause you trouble... Besides, I also need to buy gifts for my two sisters..." As she spoke, she also became a little aggrieved.
Ye Jin'er: This is a trap! Ye Sanqing is no simpleton, and it turns out her sister is no simpleton either!
Upon hearing this, Ye Siqing immediately retorted, "What gifts for two older sisters? Wanwan doesn't have a younger sister like you!"
He still remembered the twins theory, but the onlookers didn't buy it.
"Huh, so Ye Wanyin really doesn't plan to go back to that home?"
"Hehe, you're accusing others of being materialistic and greedy? I think it's Ye Wanyin who's the one clinging to this side, refusing to let go no matter what..." Because this was something that was unconfirmed but everyone knew, the person's voice gradually lowered.
Ye Kening was about to burst out laughing. She had already given Ye Siqing a way out, but he still wouldn't take it. At times like this, wouldn't it be enough to just say that they had also prepared a gift and then make a polite excuse?
So this guy's brain isn't very sharp either. Ye Kening observed him with interest for a while, then, finding it uninteresting, turned her gaze to Ye Jin'er.
Ye Jin'er: ?! This has nothing to do with me, right?
"So you're now acting as Ye Wanyin's full agent, right?" Ye Sanqing ignored their subtle exchange and asked Ye Siqing, "So, is Ye Wanyin going to give me a house?"
The answer to this question is naturally no.
Just then, a voice, like heavenly music, pierced through the crowd, "Hahaha! She won't see you off, but your grandfather will!"
It turned out to be members of the Tang family. Seeing that Ye Sanqing hadn't greeted them yet, they took the initiative to come over.
"Hello, Grandpa. Hello, Uncle." Ye Sanqing greeted them with a smile.
The visitors were Tang Qingshan and Tang Kairui, Tang Jinkun's father and younger brother, who were also Ye Sanqing's maternal grandfather and uncle.
Upon learning that Ye Sanqing had been found, Tang Qingshan was naturally very eager to see his granddaughter. However, their home was a bit far from Ye City, and they would have to notify their family members to gather together. After discussing it, they decided that it would be better to come together today, as it would be more ceremonial.
"Good boy, Sanqing." Tang Qingshan said with a smile.
He looked like an ordinary old man, leaning on a dragon-headed cane, but despite being nearly eighty, he was ruddy-faced and full of energy, showing that his physical strength and health were far beyond that of ordinary elderly people.
Tang Kairui nodded in agreement.
"Please don't mind, everyone. Ye Siqing is just being tactless. He definitely didn't mean to belittle your gifts. Today, my Tang family has found our granddaughter whom we haven't seen for many years. It's already a great kindness that you all could come and celebrate with us. I, Old Tang, thank you all!"
Tang Qingshan's words calmed down the somewhat dissatisfied crowd. After all, the Tang family patriarch's words carried far more weight than Ye Siqing's.
Besides, even if Ye Siqing said that today, they wouldn't make a big fuss; at most, they'd just mutter a few complaints to themselves. So they'd just treat it as children talking nonsense and let it go.
Actually, Tang Qingshan had been listening for a while, stroking his beard and chuckling. His granddaughter's persistent questioning was exactly like his daughter's when she was little!
At the same time, Tang Qingshan was also very satisfied with Ye Kening. It was clear that this young girl wanted to protect her sister, which was why she stood up against being targeted. At the same time, his worries about Ye Sanqing's possible poor life in the past were also reduced.
When the crowd saw that there were elders present, it was clear that the family was about to have a chat, so they dispersed to the side.
"Hello, Grandpa. Hello, Uncle." Ye Jin'er greeted them obediently this time. He dared not cause trouble in front of his grandfather, otherwise, it would hurt a lot if that dragon-headed cane came down on him.
Ye Siqing remained silent, only looking at Tang Qingshan with a wronged expression. He harbored some resentment towards his grandfather. After Tang Jinkun died in childbirth, the Tang and Ye families lost touch. This was understandable, but Ye Siqing always wondered if his grandfather blamed his birth for his mother's death. But he didn't want that either.
"Alright, alright." Tang Qingshan chuckled, glancing at Ye Kening who was about to slip away. "Why doesn't this kid greet people?"
Ye Kening was taken aback. She hadn't really intended to get involved with these people; she was mainly there to check on Ye Sanqing's life after returning home on behalf of her parents. She had only stepped forward earlier because she didn't want Ye Sanqing to face Ye Siqing's malice alone. So, she glanced at Ye Sanqing, and after receiving a signal from him, tentatively asked, "Grandpa, how are you?"
"That's right!" Tang Qingshan stroked his beard and laughed.
Seeing this, Ye Siqing was even more furious. What kind of person dared to share the same maternal grandfather as him and Ye Wanyin? She really managed to curry favor!
"Siqing, go back and think about what you did wrong today," Tang Qingshan said to Ye Siqing, his smile fading.
"Okay, Grandpa." Ye Siqing instinctively agreed, but immediately realized something was wrong. He hadn't done anything wrong! Thinking this, his face stung again.
Before he could argue, Tang Qingshan chuckled and spoke to Ye Sanqing, “Sanqing, I heard you’re interested in martial arts? I saw that punch you threw at Siqing just now, it was really powerful! Why don’t you two spar a bit and let your grandfather see? Jin’er and Siqing, come over too.”
Ye Sanqing didn't care at all. She had originally hoped to learn some martial arts from Tang Qingshan, but she still needed to change her clothes first.
Ye Jin'er: Can I slip away now? I'm in a real hurry, waiting for your reply online.
Ye Siqing was shocked upon hearing this. What? Did he have to fight Ye Sanqing? He was still a child! Could he handle that?
"Old Tang, I'm telling you, why are you getting all handsy on such a great day?"
Everyone looked towards the newcomer. It turned out to be Ye Tian's father, Ye Zheng.
Ye Siqing immediately felt saved and quickly slipped behind his grandfather, hoping that his maternal grandfather's gaze would not fall on him.
The entire Ye family came this time, gathering together to meet Ye Sanqing. Ye Zheng noticed that Tang Qingshan had beaten him to it, and naturally he was unhappy.
"Heh, so it's Old Ye." Tang Qingshan sneered, his aura shifting slightly.
"Old Tang, are you still thinking of hitting me? The young people are all watching, what kind of behavior is this? And Sanqing too, girls like you, hitting people at the drop of a hat, so rude!" Ye Zheng was not intimidated by his imposing manner and said coldly.
Before Ye Sanqing could say anything, Tang Qingshan continued to sneer, "If it weren't for the girl taking action, would the Ye family be what it is today? What a joke! You old Ye are just putting on an act now. Enough with the nonsense. If you have the guts, come and hit me. If you don't, shut up."
"Grandpa..." Ye Siqing took the opportunity to complain, "Not only did my sister hit me today, but she also hit Sister Wanwan." He didn't care about being ashamed or not, and quickly complained to Ye Sanqing to see if she would dare to hit people again.
"What? How did Wanwan bother you? You're going to lay a hand on her?" Upon hearing this, Ye Zheng naturally glared at Ye Sanqing and questioned him.
“Everywhere is in my way,” Ye Sanqing replied calmly.
She could see it now: her maternal grandfather was full of martial virtue, and her paternal grandfather... she knew where Ye Tian's style came from; she had to admit, he had inherited it quite completely.
Ye Zheng was taken aback by Ye Sanqing's frank attitude. What was going on? Shouldn't she be trembling and fawning over him, her grandfather? No wonder, after being away from home for so long, she still had no manners! Even though he knew that Ye Sanqing was his biological granddaughter and Ye Wanyin wasn't, at this moment, he still favored the obedient and sensible Ye Wanyin who had always been in front of him.
Tang Qingshan didn't give him a chance to continue scolding him, saying, "Don't block the way! We're going to have a little sparring now. Do you think you, with your old bones, want to join in?"
"Grandpa, wait a minute," Ye Tian's younger brother, Ye Hai, followed over. Hearing this, his head ached. These two still argued the moment they met, a habit unchanged for decades—quite a spectacle. "Sanqing has just returned home; he should at least see his family. Could you wait a little while?"
At the same time, he frantically winked at Tang Kairui: Why don't you hurry up and persuade your father!
Tang Kairui kept looking at the sky and the ground, but never at Ye Hai. What a joke! Advising him? When has he ever gotten away with it?
Ye Jin'er found it somewhat amusing to watch her uncle frantically trying to signal to her maternal uncle, only to be met with indifference. This scene had played out countless times, but today was different; after all, according to custom, Ye Sanqing was also to meet with the Ye family.
So he stepped forward and pulled out Ye Siqing, who was hiding behind Ye Zheng, and said, "Grandpa, shall we go first? My sister needs some time to change her clothes. Can we have this sister come with her later?"
He nodded to Ye Kening, who rolled her eyes as if she was thinking about something, but nodded back and said, "I'll come find you with my sister in a bit!"