Arrival of Zhou Wanwu's Beloved Daughter

The sun has set recently. A maid knocked on Ye Ningjie's bedroom door three times before it was finally opened from the inside. "Miss, Young Master will be leaving soon. The family members have already gathered in the hall for farewell."

Ye Ningjie, who was standing in the doorway, nodded in understanding. "Please take me there."

The maid nodded obediently. She stepped back and then motioned for Ye Ningjie to follow her. The two of them stepped towards the already bustling main hall of the Zhou residence.

News of Zhou Yan's departure had spread very quickly. By this time, the Zhou family members had already gathered in the hall. Even the branch family members that Ye Ningjie had never seen were there.

When Ye Ningjie stepped into the room, they all turned to look at her immediately. Some people just glanced at her, then returned to their focus. However, some looked at her with distaste and hatred.

Of course, many people had heard about Ye Ningjie's coming to the Zhou residence, especially since Zhou Yingyi talked about it so openly, even disfiguring her name.

Nonetheless, Ye Ningjie didn't care about that. She swept her gaze across the room and saw Zhou Yan talking to an old geezer.

She was about to approach them, but the maid who was with her immediately stopped her actions. "Miss, it is Lord Zhou Wanwu's brother. Perhaps we better not disturb them."

"Ah?" Ye Ningjie was a little confused, but finally, she nodded. "Alright." She was about to step towards an empty seat when suddenly someone started a fuss with her. Who else if not Zhou Yingyi?

The arrogant young lady of the Zhou family stood before her. Even though this time the woman didn't fold her arms across her chest, her gaze still held a challenge. It seemed that her heart had completely hated Ye Ningjie.

"Miss Ning, since you're already living here, perhaps you should also learn some things about the Zhou residence. Do you know? No one is allowed to interrupt Grandpa Zhou Xinhe's conversation," the woman said with a slight grin.

Ye Ningjie turned to the maid at her side, and then the maid hesitantly nodded in agreement. Zhou Xinhe was Zhou Wanwu's strict and unapproachable brother. Her personality was very different from the relaxed Zhou Wanwu.

If any of the Zhou family's children and grandchildren were to be impolite or make certain mistakes, Zhou Xinhe would punish them without hesitation. Even though he was not the head of the family, people were more afraid of him than Zhou Wanwu.

Zhou Xinhe's figure was only seen tonight. It was normal for Ye Ningjie to know nothing about him. It was also quite good that Zhou Yingyi warned her. Even so, she would not feel grateful for it.

What does any of this have to do with Zhou Yingyi? That woman must be taking this opportunity to stir up trouble.

Ye Ningjie's guess was indeed not wrong. In a loud voice, Zhou Yingyi said, "Miss Ning, don't cross your lines. Can't you see Grandfather Xinhe talking to Zhou Yan? They are having a serious talk. How could a casual guest like you plan to disturb him?"

The people who heard the words immediately turned to look at Ye Ningjie. They grew to dislike the girl more and more. The ignorant branch families, of course, only sided with Zhou Yingyi.

What a damn woman! Ye Ningjie cursed inwardly. If there weren't so many people here, she would have smacked her lips into pieces.

"Miss, just ignore her. Come take a seat," the maid whispered. She was aware that Zhou Yingyi didn't like Ye Ningjie. And that woman would definitely cause trouble right there, in front of the Zhou family.

Ye Ningjie had indeed planned to step aside and take a seat. It's just that Zhou Yingyi doesn't want to let go. So, should she just stupidly wait to be humiliated?

"That's why I wanted to take a seat. So, I wonder, what are you doing here and blocking my path?" Ye Ningjie asked with a calm face.

Facing a woman like Zhou Yingyi would not be enough if she only relied on emotions. After all, Zhou Wanwu and Zhou Jingran had not entered the room at this time. No one seems to be defending her. So she had to think in her own way.

"I'm blocking your way? I'm stopping you from bothering Grandpa Xinhe!" Zhou Yingyi's expression hardened. She became even angrier after hearing Ye Ningjie's reply.

"Of course, I don't dare to disturb Lord Zhou Xinhe. How can you accuse me like that? This may have misunderstood you, but actually, I was looking for a good seat. Ah, Young Lady Zhou, would you do me a favor?"

"You..." Zhou Yingyi was speechless. She had clearly seen Ye Ningjie approaching Zhou Yan. How could that woman pretend she was looking for a seat?!

Since yesterday, the newcomer hasn't really shown her temper. It seemed that she had yet to understand the true character of Ning Jie'er. Thinking about it made her even more unhappy.

"Good then …." Zhou Yingyi irritably looked around and then pointed at a chair that was in the back corner. "That chair seems vacant and would suit you perfectly!"

The people who saw it immediately giggled. The seat that Zhou Yingyi was pointing to was far away in a back corner, so other people probably wouldn't even notice it was there. It was a dark and lonely place, usually reserved for insignificant figures.

Ye Ningjie smirked. Did Zhou Yingyi think that would make her angry? She was sure her actions this time would make her regret them.

A sweet smile tugged at her lips. "Thank you," she said without being offended. She was about to step towards the 'unimportant' chair, but the maid who was with her stopped her.

"Miss, this…."

"No problem. Being inconspicuous isn't a bad thing either," Ye Ningjie said casually. She finally walked over to the chair and sat there quietly.

A while later, Zhou Wanwu came into the hall with a smile on his face. His steps seemed rushed. He walked towards Zhou Yan and Zhou Xinhe without paying any attention to the other people around.

"Guess, My Brother, who is coming this time?" he asked Zhou Xinhe.

"Who is that?"

"That is my favorite daughter!" Zhou Wanwu exclaimed happily. It seemed that Zhou Yan's departure did not grieve him anymore.

"Zhou Lin? Where is that kid? I haven't seen her for a long time," Zhou Xinhe grumbled. He felt a little annoyed that Zhou Lin had never visited him.

"Lin'er, come in quickly!" shouted Zhou Wanwu.

The people who heard that immediately turned toward the door. Zhou Lin was Zhou Wanwu's proud daughter. Of course, so many people want to see her.

A veiled woman finally stepped into the room. However, she did not immediately approach Zhou Wanwu or Zhou Xin He but stopped in the middle of the room. Then she looked around. Her gaze stopped at the back corner of the room. Her brows furrowed in displeasure.

"Who let my friend sit in the back?"

The people were shocked and confused after hearing the question. They followed Zhou Lin's gaze, then saw Ye Ningjie smiling sweetly. "It's been a long time, Aunt Lin," she said softly.

It was at that moment that Zhou Yingyi felt a chill run down her spine. 'Ning Jie'er' is Zhou Lin's friend? How could it be?!