Chapter 654: Losing the Initiative 2
Translator: Dragon Boat Translation Editor: Dragon Boat Translation
Back then, Murong Jingming had raised this matter in front of so many people. If they reneged now, the Ye family’s reputation would truly be irreparable. Moreover, most importantly, everyone would attribute the Murong familys backtrack to this competition.
In the future, finding an equally matched husband would become much more challenging for Wanwan.
“I don’t know yet.” Ye Hongxuan shook his head, “Murong Jingming is a shrewd character, adept at calculation. Initially, he agreed to the marriage because Wanwan’s performance was remarkable. However, with this recent incident, I’m uncertain about his thoughts now.”
Hearing this, Ye Wanwan was genuinely anxious. “Father, l…”
She had already lost the competition, and it was a significant defeat. Losing the marriage to the Murong family now would greatly undermine her standing in the Ye family. Therefore, under any circumstance, she couldn’t let this marriage fall apart.
Ye Hongxuan raised his hand, halting Ye Wanwan. “l know you’re unwilling, but the initiative is no longer in our hands. If Murong Jingming decides not to proceed as agreed, there’s nothing we can do.”
Atter all, the matter between Murong Xingrui and Ye Wanwan was merely verbal between him and Murong Jingming. The two families had not formally initiated marriage negotiations or exchanged tokens.
Therefore, even if Murong Jingming chose not to uphold his end, claiming it was a jest, they had no recourse. Moreover, given the current circumstances, they couldn’t adopt a forceful stance. Doing so would only bring shame to the Ye family.
“So, we can’t take any action now. We can only wait, right?” Lian Mengzhu’s tone held a hint of resentment. ‘!Wanwan is outstanding. Why should the initiative be in their hands?”
“Because of what she did today,” Ye Hongxuan declared bluntly. “So, we’re already at a disadvantage. There’s no other way.”
Ye Wanwan felt her injuries intensify upon hearing Ye Hongxuan’s words. She hadn’t expected that she would lose her marriage with the Murong family due to this incident. If only she had known…
In reality, even if she had known, she might have still chosen this method. She wanted to win this competition, as only then could her position be more secure.
“We can’t do anything about the Murong family now. We can only wait and see.” Ye Hongxuan shook his head, then looked at Ye Wanwan, “Rest well. After a few days, when your body is better and you can get out of bed, you’ll go apologize to the Huangfu family with me!”
“What?” Hearing Ye Hongxuan’s words, Ye Wanwan lost her composure.
“Father, you want me to apologize to the Huangfu family?”
Today’s events had already caused her to lose all dignity. If she apologized to the Huangfu family now, how many people would laugh at her?
Even Mengzhu couldn’t help but frown. “Hongxuan, didn’t you already apologize to Master Huangfu in the square? Moreover, the Huangfu family is the victor now. Why do we have to go back and humiliate ourselves? Besides, the Huangfu family hasn’t given us an explanation about Huangfu Ruiling. If that’s the case, why should we go?” In short, she disagreed with Wanwan apologizing. Wasn’t this a blatant humiliation?
“That’s a different matter.” Ye Hongxuan shook his head, unswayed. “Wanwan was ffffong to use such methods in the Family Competition. What she needs to do now is to apologize to the Huangfu family. This isn’t just for the Huangfu family but also for the elders of our family.”
If possible, he didn’t want his daughter to apologize and humiliate herself. However, Wanwan’s recent actions were too outrageous. The family elders had long been dissatisfied. If Wanwan still refused to express her stance this time, the elders would definitely not let the matter rest.
Ye Wanwan was still unwilling. “Father, l…”
“Enough.” Ye Hongxuan raised his hand, looking at Ye Wanwan directly. “The elders are already very dissatisfied with you. If you still don’t correct your attitude, your position as the heiress will be in jeopardy. Don’t forget, your second uncle’s son, your cousin, has always been eyeing the position.”
Hearing that, Ye Wanwan gritted her teeth and nodded. “Father, I understand.
I’ll go with you to the Huangfu family in two days when I’ve recovered a little.”
The current her had no other choice; she absolutely couldn’t lose the position of the heir. Therefore, no matter what, she must obtain forgiveness from the Huangfu family. Only in this way would those elders of their family finally keep quiet.
Seeing Ye Wanwan’s obedient appearance, Ye Hongxuan nodded.
Soon, Ye Hongxuan and Lian Mengzhu left the room, leaving Ye Wanwan alone.
However, at this moment, Ye Wanwan could no longer calm down and rest well..
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