Chapter 353 Sheng Ge Lashes Out
Ye Shengge was relieved. As long as she didn't owe anyone a favor, she really hated owing favors; it always made her feel weak when facing others.
"Alright, we're leaving. You should go back and rest quickly. Big Brother will bring you a gift when he returns."
"Mm, it's good that you're safe. There will be plenty of opportunities to bring things later."
Ye Shengge waited until the ship was no longer audible at sea before leaving, so exhausted she could have fallen asleep on the spot.
Three days after Ye Mu'en's departure, the Ye family's house was officially completed.
Chen Tangtang's new house was also halfway built. Chen Tangtang, like a diligent little bee, shuttled between the fields and the new house every day.
This drew the envy of many in the educated youth dormitory. She heard plenty of barbed words every day. However, Chen Tangtang had her big brother protecting her and a patron in the village, so they only dared to vent their frustrations with words.
Chen Tangtang was also a hothead. If it weren't for Ye Shengge's de-escalation, there would have absolutely been a fight in the educated youth dormitory.
And Chen Tangtang, who was as sweet as a little angel, quickly gained the affection of Mother Ouyang. Especially after learning about Chen Tangtang's relationship with Ye Shengge, she wished she could help at the construction site every day.
Qi Xuan had also launched a full-blown siege on Shang Shaoyan these past few days. As soon as Shang Shaoyan went out, she would appear. This caused Shang Shaoyan to go into seclusion at home.
Since Shang Shaoyan wouldn't appear, and Qi Xuan couldn't display her wall-climbing skills again, she could only throw a letter, a love letter, into his courtyard every night.
Such passionate and bold behavior didn't move Shang Shaoyan at all. Instead, it made him even more disgusted. After all, in their ingrained old-fashioned thinking, women who were too proactive were not good women.
Qi Luquan did not stop his granddaughter. In Mi Province, one could unleash their greatest passion for someone they liked, regardless of gender.
Ye Shengge also saw through Qi Xuan's actions. She didn't dislike Qi Xuan's behavior. In her previous life, such behavior was very common, but it was not accepted by the old conservatives of this era.
Moreover, Ye Shengge felt that Mist Ice Mountain, where Qi Xuan was from, might be like minority ethnic groups in her previous life, with a passionate and unrestrained nature ingrained in their bones.
Shang Shaoyan chose to ignore the letter Ming Hui brought in again.
"Go and ask Ye Shengge how much longer it will take for my body to recover. I want to leave here immediately."
Actually, Shang Shaoyan wasn't solely bothered by Qi Xuan's harassment. He had been away for too long, and many matters awaited his return for processing.
"Yes, I'll go and invite Miss Ye over right away."
However, Ye Shengge arrived with Qi Xuan following behind her. Ye Shengge was helpless; she hadn't agreed to Qi Xuan tagging along, and she couldn't outright refuse her.
Ye Shengge looked at Shang Shaoyan with an apologetic expression. She really wasn't one to meddle and wouldn't actively create opportunities for Qi Xuan.
Shang Shaoyan had infinite tolerance for Ye Shengge. He didn't care whether Qi Xuan was brought by her or not; one could say Shang Shaoyan had a severe double standard.
After taking Ye Shengge's pulse, she wrote down a new prescription.
"You can take this prescription for another twenty days. Afterwards, eat more warming and nourishing foods. Your body has been ravaged by poison for too long, so it is weaker than that of ordinary people."
Ming Hui, hearing that his young master would soon recover, excitedly took the prescription from Ye Shengge and carefully put it in his pocket.
"Thank you. You've worked hard these past two months."
Shang Shaoyan glanced at Ming Hui, who immediately took a box from the cabinet and handed it to Ye Shengge.
"This is your reward. I hope you don't find it insufficient."
Ye Shengge opened the box. Inside were neatly arranged twenty large gold bars, ten stacks of money, and even a thick stack of IOUs.
Ye Shengge was satisfied. Saving Shang Shaoyan this time had earned her tens of thousands of yuan, plus a very valuable mine.
Qi Xuan, watching from the side, widened her eyes. Auntie earns too much! In Mi Province, the average monthly salary was only a few hundred yuan. Auntie had earned several years' worth of salary in one go.
No wonder Grandpa had to borrow money from Uncle Ye and then ask Auntie for it. This was truly earning money through skill! Qi Xuan was envious. She also wished she had a skill that could earn money legitimately.
"It's not a small amount; Young Master Shang is very generous. In the future, whether it's you or anyone else, feel free to come to me if you need anything."
Shang Shaoyan shook his head helplessly. She was trying to introduce business to him.
"Miss Ye, I will be leaving soon. Perhaps there won't be any need for my assistance, but you can always reach out to me if you require it."
"What, you're leaving? Then how will I see you in the future?"
Shang Shaoyan then handed Ye Shengge a sealed envelope, his eyes fixed on Qi Xuan.
"Even if this person begs you, do not show it to her."
Qi Xuan was stunned for a moment. Her cheeks flushed red, whether from anger or embarrassment.
Ye Shengge looked at the envelope in her hand, feeling a headache coming on. Could their love-hate entanglement please not involve her?
"Well, I'll be leaving now. I wish Young Master Shang all the best."
Ye Shengge didn't even give Shang Shaoyan a chance to see her out before she fled. She couldn't afford to deal with them.
Zi Yisheng happened to be looking for her. Seeing the little girl rush out of the Shang residence as if chased by a wolf, he quickly pulled her to a stop.
"What's wrong? Did something happen?"
"Let's go quickly. We can talk when we get home."
Zi Yisheng narrowed his eyes and glanced at Shang Shaoyan, who was already chasing after them. The dangerous undertones were unmistakable.
Shang Shaoyan felt wronged. When he returned, he grabbed Qi Xuan, who was still at his house, and dragged her out.
"Let go of me! You're hurting me!"
"This is my home, and I didn't invite you here."
"Then give me your address, too. So I can find you later."
Shang Shaoyan was truly driven to exasperation. How could this person be so persistent? Without any gentlemanly conduct, he pushed Qi Xuan out of the courtyard and quickly closed the main gate.
Qi Xuan, still injured in her leg, stumbled and fell directly when Shang Shaoyan pushed her. Seeing blood welling up on her palm where she scraped it against the ground, a hint of dejection appeared in her eyes.
Ming Hui secretly peeked over the wall, watching Qi Xuan, afraid that Young Master might have crippled the girl by pushing her.
Upon returning to Zi Yisheng's house, Ye Shengge handed over the envelope. She felt it would be completely useless. She accepted it at the time out of politeness.
Zi Yisheng tore open the envelope and scanned the contents with no expression. At least Shang Shaoyan had some discretion. Inside were just two addresses, nothing else.
"You keep it. With us around, you probably won't need it. That way, Qi Xuan won't come asking me later."
"Mm, don't get involved with Qi Xuan's affairs. This person is rather stubborn and easily causes trouble."
Ye Shengge actually felt Qi Xuan was somewhat obsessive, like everything and everyone she felt belonged to her must be obtained by any means necessary. How could she have fallen so desperately in love after meeting Shang Shaoyan only a few times, even to the point of having her dignity trampled underfoot?
As expected, Qi Xuan endured for a whole night. Early the next morning, she found Ye Shengge because she discovered that Shang Shaoyan had already left without a sound.
This was unacceptable to Qi Xuan. She hadn't wanted to trouble Ye Shengge, but she really didn't want to lose track of Shang Shaoyan.
Ye Shengge sighed. She knew this Qi Xuan was a troublemaker. Giving Qi Xuan the address meant breaking her promise. Not giving Qi Xuan the address might lead her to view Ye Shengge as an obstacle to her pursuit of happiness, making future coexistence awkward.
At this moment, Ye Shengge truly began to dislike Qi Xuan. She even wished her mother would bother her father again.
"Qi Xuan, you heard Young Master Shang's instructions. I don't want to break my word."
"Auntie, please, I'm begging you. Give me a chance to pursue my happiness."
Damn it, this was the first time Ye Shengge had cursed in her mind. This was escalating to emotional blackmail.
"Don't make things difficult for Shengge."
Zi Yisheng walked in at this moment, his expression displeased, holding the envelope.
Qi Xuan was somewhat afraid of her uncle-in-law. She lowered her head, but her stubbornness was still evident.
Zi Yisheng didn't care. He took out a match and ignited the envelope right in front of Qi Xuan.
"What are you doing? Give me back my envelope!"
Qi Xuan lunged forward, trying to snatch the envelope from Zi Yisheng's hand, but Zi Yisheng dodged her with a swift movement.
Ye Shengge also frowned as she watched Qi Xuan. She considered herself to have a very gentle disposition and rarely got angry, but this Qi Xuan, who had suddenly appeared in her home, was constantly causing trouble for her family and was now being so inconsiderate.
"Qi Xuan, you need to understand that your matters with Young Master Shang do not concern us. Whether you love him or not, do not involve us, and we have no reason to constantly tolerate your personality and willfulness."
Those who heard the commotion in Ye Shengge's room all came in. There was an argument early in the morning, and it was in Ye Shengge's room, so no one was not curious.
Ye Shengge did not conceal anything for Qi Xuan. She was no saint and tolerating Qi Xuan until now was purely for her father's sake.
Everyone who heard Ye Shengge's account had a clear stance, especially Mother and Father Ye. They knew their daughter's personality too well; if she was so angry, the other party must have gone too far.
Qi Luquan was also angry, angry at his granddaughter. He had truly spoiled this child; she always acted recklessly when faced with problems.
"Shengge, Uncle Qi apologizes to you on behalf of Xuanxuan."
"There's no need, Uncle Qi. We will be living together for a long time from now on. I don't want any barriers between us. However, I truly cannot give Qi Xuan Shang Shaoyan's address this time, at least not from my hands. Please understand."
"The address is gone. I burned it. Handle your own matters; we are not matchmakers, nor do we have the leisure to meddle in others' affairs."
Zi Yisheng showed no mercy to anyone. If he made his little girl angry, he wouldn't hesitate to turn hostile.
"Why? Aren't we going to be family from now on? Why can't you help me? Besides, this is just a small effort for you."
Ye Shengge was so angry she laughed. She didn't want to argue with this paranoid lunatic anymore and walked out directly.
Mother Ye followed quickly, not forgetting to give Father Ye a stern look.
Zi Yisheng, however, did not leave. He spoke directly to Father Ye.
"Uncle Ye, I cannot interfere with the two of them, grandfather and granddaughter, living in the Ye family, but I hope they will have the awareness of being guests. I do not want an outsider to bully Shengge. If Uncle Ye cannot handle it, I don't mind moving Shengge to my place now. It's going to happen sooner or later anyway."
"Don't even think about it. Qi Luquan, you come out here."