Chapter 39: Turns Out to Be the Ex-Brother-in-Law

Wang Xiaohu looked at Ningwan in fright and nodded repeatedly to assure her, "Rest assured, I absolutely won’t say anything outside. I don’t have the guts to offend the Zhan Family." Ningwan lowered her eyes slightly and waved her hand to let him leave. Chen Tan stepped forward to wrap his arm around Wang Xiaohu’s shoulder and said with a smile, "I’ll see you out." Wang Xiaohu’s face showed terror, wanting to refuse, but Chen Tan’s strong grip held his shoulder firmly. "Thank you for your hard work, Special Assistant Chen." Wang Xiaohu reluctantly expressed gratitude and left with him. Ningwan sat upright on the chair. She did not know why Chen Tan wanted to escort Wang Xiaohu out, probably to warn him without her knowing. The truth behind such a matter was something she hadn’t anticipated. Fu Wenfang in her memories... sweetly called her baby, with eyes full of gentleness. Even after many years apart, upon seeing her again, she was full of sympathy and tenderness. As for the forced broken engagement, she blamed everything on Lin Yuyang, without the slightest doubt towards herself. Thinking back now, it’s truly laughable. If Fu Wenfang truly held deep affection for her, how could she have ignored her for so many years? Letting her fend for herself in the countryside. It was her own stupidity that she never doubted her. "Alone?" As Feng Jiuzun entered the room, he immediately saw Ningwan sitting in front of the floor-to-ceiling window. She was wearing an off-white tasseled long dress, with a deep red-embroidered shawl draped over her shoulders. Her slightly curly long hair casually hung down, shining with a black-pearl-like luster. A small face that was fair and delicate, with distinct features as if meticulously crafted by God. She sat lazily on the chair, her head slightly inclined, seemingly gazing at the scenery outside the window. Little did she know, sitting like this made her the most beautiful scenery in the eyes of many. Feng Jiuzun watched for a while at the doorway, noticing a man unable to resist wanting to walk over, then he stepped forward with large strides, smiling as he struck up a conversation with Ningwan. Ningwan snapped back, her bright and pitch-black eyes glanced at him. Her eyes seemed to have a hook, making Feng Jiuzun feel breathless and suffocated. "What is it, don’t you remember me?" said Feng Jiuzun as he sat down. Ningwan snorted coldly, "My brother is still in the intensive care unit. Do you think I could forget you?" "Is it that serious? Sorry, my subordinates act without discretion. I can visit him today. I’ll cover all medical expenses fully." Feng Jiuzun expressed apologies, yet his expression showed none. "Alright, I’ll have someone send the bill to Feng Mansion. Mr. Feng, you had better keep your word." Ningwan said slowly. Feng Jiuzun laughed with his head lowered, leaning lazily on the chair, his gaze brazenly observing her. "Such a small amount, I do keep my promises. But, does Zhan Hanjue agree? You spending my money, won’t he be jealous?" "Of course not, my husband isn’t narrow-minded or foolish enough to worry about money," Ningwan said confidently. He sneered, "You do know him well." "Naturally, he’s my man. Who else would I know better?" "You’ve only been married for a few days and you think you know him. Have you forgotten he had an ex before you?" Feng Jiuzun snorted. Ningwan replied, "Quite a few exes. Mr. Feng, which one are you referring to?" Feng Jiuzun: "..." This woman’s heart is really big. Even when mentioning her husband’s ex, she remains unfazed. "Who else could it be? The only one who can match Zhan Hanjue’s ex is naturally my sister, Feng Qianru. She was Zhan Hanjue’s rightful wife and childhood sweetheart." Feng Jiuzun scoffed arrogantly. "So you’re the former brother-in-law, pardon my manners." Ningwan showed surprised expressions and then smiled. Feng Jiuzun’s face darkened, "You’re not angry?" "Why should I be angry? We’re related, after all, considered relatives. Don’t worry, I’ll give you a slight discount on the medical expenses and send the bill over soon," Ningwan said with a smile. She stood up, and just as Chen Tan entered, she beckoned to him and said to Feng Jiuzun, "Former brother-in-law, I have things to do, so I’ll be going first. Come by for tea at our house next time, don’t be a stranger." "Call me Young Master Feng." What kind of odd title is ’former brother-in-law’? "Young Master Feng’s here too," Chen Tan greeted as he approached, then said quietly to Ningwan, "Madam, I’ll take you home." Ningwan nodded and left with Chen Tan. Feng Jiuzun gritted his teeth in anger. This woman... this woman is truly... unique! "Madam, why were you with Feng Jiuzun?" Chen Tan asked curiously outside. Ningwan coldly replied, "Didn’t you see he sat over by himself? I’m not his mother; how could I control his legs?" Chen Tan felt awkward, awkwardly smiling, "Indeed, even his mother probably can’t control his legs. But Feng Jiuzun... he has never gotten along well with our Mr. Zhan; you should be cautious in your interactions." "How did Feng Qianru die?" Ningwan asked. Chen Tan froze, lowered his eyes, and said, "Died from an illness, an acute condition." Ningwan raised her eyebrows. What kind of acute condition could suddenly kill someone? Clearly, he was brushing her off, unwilling to tell the truth. But Ningwan didn’t expose him; after all, Zhan Hanjue also hasn’t publicly admitted to being Bai Zhi, so why should she expose his lies? "Madam, I’ll take you home." "Go to the hospital first, I want to see Shao’er," Ningwan declined. Chen Tan nodded and had to take her to the hospital first. Ye Shao was basically stable, and Ningwan would have separate meals delivered from home daily, along with medicinal meals for care. Ningwan spoke to him through the glass for a while before leaving the hospital and returning home. She didn’t expect that upon arriving home, Housekeeper Wu would come to find her, saying the Ye Family sent someone over. Ningwan raised her eyebrow, saying indifferently, "I’ll go upstairs to change my clothes first, let them wait." "Yes." Housekeeper Wu nodded. Ningwan went upstairs to rest for a while, then changed clothes before coming down. The Ye Family people waiting in the living room had already grown impatient, but they dared not show it, so they just sat there daydreaming. Ningwan furrowed her brows. She thought the Ye Family would send a servant, or at least a man, but unexpectedly, they sent Ye Xuan and Ye Ya. "Why are you here?" Ningwan asked coldly. Ye Xuan and Ye Ya were startled, looking up simultaneously to see Ningwan. One showed awkwardness, the other showed delight. "Ningwan, you’re finally back. We’ve been waiting for a while, and the Zhan Family’s housekeeper said you weren’t home." Ye Xuan approached her with a smile. Originally intended to hold her arm, but Ningwan subtly avoided her. "I just got back, is there something you need?" Ningwan sat down on the chair. At this time, a servant came to serve tea and snacks. Ye Xuan gritted her teeth; she and Ye Ya had been there for quite a while, yet not a single cup of tea was served by the Zhan Family. Now Ningwan was back, and they immediately served tea and snacks, truly sycophantic. However, it was her first time visiting the Zhan Family, and just entering she was already overwhelmed by the grandeur. Walking all the way here, she regretted it to her core. If she hadn’t believed the rumors back then, the lady of this family should have been her. How could it have ended up being this dead girl?