The Empty Bridal Chamber - Chapter 28
Chapter 28: Trouble
Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
“Welcome back, Miss Bai.”
Her slightly curled long hair was simply tied up by an emerald-colored headband. Under the off-white [1. Referring to the color, not to be confused with the brand] sun hat, there was a gentle smile on her elegant face. She was wearing a loose-colored outer shirt, and at her waist, she was wearing a wheat-yellow mid-length skirt.
Assistant Zheng smiled brightly. He supported Bai Yamo with one hand and naturally held her luggage with the other.
After leaving the villa last night, Ye Lingxiao stayed in the company to deal with the news of the stock market shaking.
The call was from Assistant Zheng. He naturally knew that the company was busy. It was only when the news of Bai Yamo’s flight came this morning that Ye Lingxiao asked Assistant Zheng to rush over to pick her up.
“The CEO is at the company. He has already arranged a place for you to stay.”
Bai Yamo naturally trusted Ye Lingxiao completely. As she walked to the lounge of the airport with Assistant Zheng, she asked about Ye Lingxiao’s recent situation.
Bai Yamo was a little surprised to hear that Ye Lingxiao was already married.
Just as she was about to ask, she saw a familiar figure not far away. Bai Yamo’s eyes lit up and she smiled. “Sister Ye Lan.”
“Help Miss Bai put her things in the car first. We’ll be there soon.” Ye Lan glanced at Assistant Zheng.
Ye Lan had a smile on her face, but there was a hint of bitterness in her eyes. She sighed slightly, but it made Bai Yamo’s heart skip a beat.
“What happened?”
Ye Lan lowered her eyes, a hint of pride flashing across her eyes. “It’s just that Lingxiao’s marriage…”
Bai Yamo frowned. “I’m overseas and don’t know anything. What happened?”
Ye Lan let out a long sigh. “The Ye family doesn’t despise the poor and love the rich. We only hope that Lingxiao can find someone he likes.”
“But this girl’s family has always been restless. I don’t know where she learned to be so indecent… She often has more than one man by her side!”
Bai Yamo widened her eyes and couldn’t help but clench her fists. “So that’s how it is…”
Seeing that she had succeeded in sowing discord, Ye Lan smiled smugly and continued to exaggerate Lin Wanmeng’s evil deeds to Bai Yamo.
Then, she changed his tone. “But this time you’re back, I still have something to ask of you.”
When they arrived at the company, the marks on Lin Wanmeng’s face still did not disappear.
She was fearless and continued to work with her swollen cheek.
Although the people below saw it, they did not dare to have any thoughts. After the meeting, Lin Wanmeng opened the office door. A frail face suddenly appeared in front of her. When she saw Lin Wanmeng, her gaze froze.
“Mengmeng, what’s wrong with you? Who attacked you?”
Su Qin panicked. She came to Lin Wanmeng’s company early in the morning. Knowing that she was Lin Wanmeng’s mother, Zhou Quan politely invited her to his office.
“Mom, why are you here?” Lin Wanmeng averted her gaze. She did not expect such a coincidence today. Su Qin happened to be looking for her.
Thinking of Xinran Media’s return, Su Qin touched Lin Wanmeng’s face with heartache and anger. “Is it… is it Lin Bo?!”
She blamed herself. She was too incompetent and made Lin Wanmeng take back her things and Lin Wanmeng suffered.
Lin Wanmeng knew that Su Qin had misunderstood and quickly explained, “I accidentally did this.”
However, this explanation was too weak. After all, no matter how one looked at it, it was a handprint on that part of her face.
Su Qin’s eyes suddenly turned red. Lin Wanmeng had no choice but to persuade Su Qin again and again.
“Are you free tonight?”
Ye Lingxiao called when Lin Wanmeng was about to get off work.
At this moment, Lin Wanmeng was already exhausted. However, facing Ye Lingxiao’s rare invitation, she hesitated for a moment and finally decided to go.
However, what Lin Wanmeng did not expect was that there was another person at the dining table.
Wearing the red dress that Ye Lan had chosen for her, Bai Yamo sat on Ye Lingxiao’s right with a smile, as if she was Ye Lingxiao’s wife.
“Miss Lin, nice to meet you.”
Lin Wanmeng did not expect that the legendary elusive love, who made Ye Lingxiao’s heart tremble, would reveal her true appearance so early.
She had just returned from the company today. She was not dressed and had no makeup on. Although she had convinced herself not to care, the comparison in her heart made her a little afraid.
Bai Yamo raised her eyes slightly and sized up the woman in front of her.
At first glance, this woman did not look as fierce as Ye Lan had described…
Bai Yamo had already thought of what to do, but when she saw Lin Wanmeng like this, she couldn’t help but hesitate.
However, even if the two of them were sitting alone, it was enough to make Lin Wanmeng feel uncomfortable.
Lin Wanmeng lowered her eyes, a self-deprecating light flickering in her eyes.
“President Ye, if you have something to say, just say it.”
President Ye?
This form of address was inevitably a little distant. Bai Yamo frowned inadvertently, and even Ye Lingxiao was a little stunned.
He took a closer look at Lin Wanmeng and saw that her jaw was clenched. Her brows were cold and angry, like a pufferfish that had puffed up. It was a novelty.
Was she Jealous?
This conclusion amused him. How could Lin Wanmeng be jealous?
Ye Lingxiao and Bai Yamo were childhood friends, so it was understandable for them to be close. However, anyone with a discerning eye could tell that although they were sitting in the same row, there was still a distance of half a meter between them.
Lin Wanmeng was the only one who had read the diary before, which gave rise to so much suspicion and hostility.
Perhaps sensing Lin Wanmeng’s anger, Ye Lingxiao softened.
“Nothing. I just wanted to invite you over for a meal to get to know each other.”
Lin Wanmeng blinked. “President Ye, you should be more direct. You’re so kind. I can’t bear it.”
She didn’t want to get involved in the feud between wealthy families anymore. If Ye Lingxiao wanted to get a divorce, then he should be more straightforward.
Ye Lingxiao was at a loss for words. However because Bai Yamo was present, he could only look at Lin Wanmeng accusingly.
As a bystander, Bai Yamo only felt that Lin Wanmeng was cold and heartless.
“Miss Lin, you really like to joke. Lingxiao has always been cold since he was young. I didn’t expect him to become so considerate after meeting you.”
Bai Yamo gently picked up the teapot and refilled Lin Wanmeng’s cup of tea.
“Old Madam Ye has already told me that you guys grew up together since you were young. Miss Bai, you don’t have to repeat yourself.”
Lin Wanmeng smiled back, but her smile was obviously a little thin.
Ye Lingxiao frowned. “She doesn’t mean any harm. She just wants to know more about you.”
His eyes were filled with obvious dissatisfaction. Lin Wanmeng pursed her lips. She saw the three of them sitting at the same table and for some reason, she suddenly thought of her mother.
Ever since Su Qin’s divorce, Lin Wanmeng had been especially sensitive to things like cheating.
Not to mention Ye Lingxiao’s act of making her meet his lover. She unknowingly sliced open the half-cooked meat with the knife in her hand.
The atmosphere was awkward. Just as Bai Yamo was about to speak, a drop of blood flew from Lin Wanmeng’s side to Ye Lingxiao’s collar.
She was slightly stunned and subconsciously reached out to help Ye Lingxiao wipe it off.
That was the end of today’s gathering.
Lin Wanmeng put down the knife and fork in her hand. The corners of her mouth lifted slightly with a hint of disdain.
“I’m sorry, I still have something on. I’ll take my leave first. I won’t disturb you guys anymore.”
She could not take it anymore. She forced herself to swallow the curses in her mouth and used the last bit of politeness to get up and leave.
