Rebirth in the 90s: Her Counterattack and Redemption

Chapter 912: Chapter 550: Breaking Free/Warmth

"Uncle Lei, when did I ever fan the flames? You say you’re not biased, but you’re clearly worried that if things keep going, Little Ye’er might have a change of heart, which also means my brother and Little Ye’er are still a good match, right?"

Before Director Lei could respond, Luo Ye frowned, "Second Sister Feng, I really like your straightforward personality, but can we drop it on this matter, okay?"

Feng Xian, seeing that Luo Ye might really get upset, quickly nodded, "Alright, alright, I won’t say anymore. Can’t you call me Second Sister instead of that awful name?"

"Second Sister, have some tea. It’s really good."

"That’s more like it." Feng Xian took a few sips, gave Director Lei a sidelong glance, "Uncle Lei, you’re so biased. I’ve reported back from a mission and talked about work for half a day without getting any tea. But as soon as Little Ye’er arrives, it’s served. Ah, same people, different fates!"

Director Lei glanced at her, a hint of amusement in his eyes, "How about I give you the rest?"

"Sure, that’s fine." Feng Xian sipped and smiled happily, "Uncle Lei, thank you. I really like this tea."

Director Lei smiled warmly while holding the teapot, "Drink as much as you like if you enjoy it."

Feng Xian, though straightforward and unrestrained, was not someone who didn’t understand courtesy. She quickly grabbed the teapot, smiling awkwardly, "Uncle Lei, I’m embarrassed to have you serve me. That would be too much."

"Xiao Xian, is there something that actually embarrasses you? That’s rare."

"Director Lei, you’re underestimating people too much." Feng Xian rolled her eyes in dissatisfaction, "I’m easygoing only with people I trust. You know how I am in front of outsiders, don’t you?"

"When Xiao Xian gets upset, she doesn’t even call me Uncle anymore, haha..."

"Isn’t it because you’re underestimating people?"

"..."

Amidst the banter, Yu Wenze returned, managing a forced smile and greeting everyone before sitting down silently. Seeing this, Luo Ye quickly stood up to say goodbye, "Director Lei, we’ve done what we needed to, and had the tea. We won’t disturb you any longer."

Director Lei noticed Yu Wenze’s off mood and naturally wouldn’t force them to stay, happily saying, "It’s good to go back and get some rest. By the way, Ye’er, do you have any plans this afternoon?"

"This afternoon is free time, and we’re heading back first thing tomorrow morning." Luo Ye looked at him curiously, "Director Lei, do you have something you need?"

Lei Dapeng waved his hand, "I don’t have anything, just wanted to remind you not to forget to visit the Ye Family. Hey, should I call ahead for you to stay overnight at the Ye Family?"

"Let’s not make exceptions. I’ll visit Grandpa and Grandma this afternoon and return to the hotel to sleep at night." Luo Ye thought for a moment and declined Director Lei’s offer.

This time, the level of the incident wasn’t high enough for everyone to know the real reason for their visit—ostensibly to deliver documents. Hence, some level of jealousy or imbalance was inevitable because of the treatment they received. It’s better not to cause any special circumstances, as rumors could be undesirable.

"Alright then." Director Lei sighed and looked at Luo Ye and Yu Wenze, "This time, you’ll be unsung heroes, but your contributions won’t be forgotten by the country."

Feng Xian facepalmed silently, "Uncle Lei, can we not talk like this?"

Director Lei gave her a stern look, "Do you think I’m being pretentious? I’m speaking the truth. The destructive power of the Sky Net Incident is stronger than an army taking the opponent by surprise. Do you think such contributions can be forgotten?"

Feng Xian quickly apologized, "Okay, okay, I know I said the wrong thing. Uncle Lei, the tea you promised me, I need to go."

"Haven’t forgotten." Director Lei turned and took a small tea canister from the cupboard, handing it to Feng Xian, "This is all I have, don’t complain it’s not much."

"No complaints, none at all. I’m delighted to have it, how could I..." Feng Xian stopped mid-sentence, unable to continue—inside the opened tea canister lay just a small amount of tea leaves, enough for about half a pot of tea...

Director Lei teased, "What, really think it’s too little? This is all I could sneak from the chief, unless you..."

"Not too little, not too little, not at all." Feng Xian waved her hand with a pained expression.

After saying goodbye and leaving, Feng Xian immediately clung to Luo Ye’s shoulder, "Ye’er, today’s matter is just between us and Professor Yu Wen, don’t tell anyone else."

"No problem, we’re not gossips, don’t worry, Second Sister." Luo Ye almost burst into laughter, but maintained a calm expression.

"In exchange, I won’t bother you anymore. See you later." Feng Xian said, waving her hand, and ran off as if escaping.

"She’s quite interesting. Since returning to China, she’s the first person I’ve met who’s so genuine and straightforward." Yu Wenze genuinely praised.

Luo Ye jokingly warned, "Be careful, if Aunt hears, she might make you kneel on a washing board."

Yu Wenze looked at Luo Ye with a black line on his forehead: "I only appreciate her personality, nothing else, you little girl, why do you always twist other people’s intentions."

Luo Ye smiled without saying a word. The real Feng Xian is not like what you see on the surface. Don’t forget, she’s just in her early twenties and already a Lieutenant. If she didn’t have some tricks, how could she rise so quickly?

Actually, when you think about it, Yu Wenze is the truly straightforward one, the kind that has one track, without turning, direct and to the point.

"Luo Ye, Yang Miao’s matter is more complicated than I imagined. He admitted that before returning, he had accepted the Yodani Family’s agreement, however, that happened after he accepted my invitation." Without waiting for Luo Ye to ask, Yu Wenze proactively brought up Yang Miao’s situation.

Luo Ye hesitated: "Are you still going to help him?"

"I don’t know." Yu Wenze shook his head in confusion, "Honestly, I’m very conflicted. Sometimes I feel I should help him, and sometimes I feel I shouldn’t.

He said that after accepting my invitation to come to China, his mother’s illness suddenly worsened, and the medical and care costs increased significantly. Just at that time, the Yodani Family people found him.

And when he calculated the costs, at that time, even if he stayed abroad, he couldn’t afford his mother’s medical and care expenses. He struggled with the decision for a long time, and ultimately decided to agree to the Yodani Family’s cooperation terms.

I know, no matter how you say it, it’s his fault. He shouldn’t betray the country because of his mother, but I really feel he has a place where he can be forgiven."

"You are really kind." Luo Ye felt a lot of emotions. In the previous life, it was that Mr. Yang Miao who caused Yu Wenze to lose everything and fall into despair. If the other party had half of Yu Wenze’s conscience, he wouldn’t have framed his mentor like that!

"Are you laughing at my ignorance?" Yu Wenze smiled bitterly, "They were my two most proud students, but one has become like that, and the other is going to lose his life. I truly... feel terrible."

In this matter, Luo Ye didn’t want to interfere much, so she thought for a moment and suggested: "Professor Yu Wen, if you are undecided, why don’t you wait and discuss it with Principal Han after returning to Sha City before making a decision."

After pondering for a while, Yu Wenze sighed lightly: "Okay, I’ll listen to you. It’s the only way."

In the afternoon, Luo Ye rushed to the Ye Family.

Apart from Grandpa Ye and Granny Ye, only Ye Jian was home. Naturally, the old man and woman were extremely happy about Luo Ye’s arrival, while Ye Jian quietly snuck back to his room while the others were exchanging greetings.

"Xiao Jian had nephritis recently, had no choice but to bring him back home to recuperate." Old Madam Ye sighed as she explained to Luo Ye, not wanting the granddaughter-in-law to misunderstand the Ye Family for being inconsistent.

Luo Ye giggled and hugged Granny Ye’s arm: "Grandma, I’m not that narrow-minded. Besides, he coming back is good. If it were just you and Grandpa, it would be too lonely at home, right?"

"Indeed, with Grandpa not home, it feels like there are fewer people around." Granny Ye said, wiping the corner of her eye, "Your grandpa and I often go to the courtyard where Grandpa used to sit for a while. There, it feels like we’re close to him."

As Granny Ye spoke, tears welled up in Luo Ye’s eyes as well, wanting to comfort her but not knowing what to say. The Ye Family and the Wen Family are both large families, and it’s impossible for Elder Ye and Old Madam Ye to live with the Wen Family.

But under the current circumstances, she and Ye Xuan simply can’t come often to accompany the elderly. To have Grandpa come back, it’s estimated that unless she and Ye Xuan are engaged, Grandpa would steadfastly refuse to move.

"Look at you, making the child cry." Grandpa Ye glared at Granny Ye, then looked at Luo Ye, "Ye’er, don’t listen to your grandmother’s ramblings. It’s only during weekdays in the day that it’s slightly quieter. Everyone comes back at night, and on Saturdays and Sundays, Qing He’s sure to be home, Qing Zhu comes back when he’s not training. Your grandma is actually missing Xiao Xuan."

Luo Ye felt even more awkward. As soon as Ye Xuan came ashore, he went to her place. Yesterday, she made an emergency trip to Beijing, just when Ye Xuan had something at the division headquarters and couldn’t come along. Thinking about it... she’s quite embarrassed to say.

After seeing Luo Ye’s expression, Grandpa Ye realized he and Granny had made the same mistake, and so he coughed, and then coughed again—unsure of what to say.

"Ye’er, don’t take it to heart, your grandpa absolutely doesn’t mean to blame you. He just doesn’t consider you an outsider, that’s why he talks casually. Let’s not mind him." Granny Ye affectionately patted Luo Ye’s hand back and forth, "Ye’er, don’t go back tonight. Stay and keep your grandma company, okay?"

Luo Ye looked at her a little hesitantly: "Grandma, how about I come to accompany you during winter break, okay?"

"That’s still a few months away." Granny Ye said, slightly disappointed.

Grandpa Ye glared at Granny Ye: "Don’t pressure the child. Ye’er is on official business this time, we can’t let others create gossip."

"You’re right. Look at me, I’m really getting senile." Granny Ye reluctantly looked at Luo Ye, "Ye’er, why don’t you have dinner before leaving, alright?"

To refuse again would be ungracious, so Luo Ye readily agreed: "Alright, I’ll listen to Grandma. I’ll go back after dinner."

Granny Ye excitedly called the servants: "Aunt Zhang, Aunt Lu, make a few more dishes tonight. No, I’ll give you a menu..."

Luo Ye pressed her cheek against Granny Ye’s arm, letting Granny Ye busy herself. At times like this, accepting the arrangements honestly is the greatest comfort for the elderly.

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Third installment reached, Nu’an is exhausted, wishing everyone smooth affairs~~ (To be continued. If you like this work, feel free to visit Qidian () to vote for recommendation tickets and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation.)