Jiang Mei’s mother realized with a start that she just dug her own grave when that thought struck her.
However, she snapped back to her senses swiftly. What can she prove with mere accusations?
Therefore, Jiang Mei’s mother responded quickly by answering her, “Xiaobai, outsiders have no reason to be vengeful toward you. Why would they harm you? Aren’t you trying too hard to play the victim? I’ve heard stories about writers; those who are too immersed in writing for a long time might be too engrossed in it. I’m not saying that there’s something wrong with you mentally. I’m just asking if you’re exhausted lately. Has it been too stressful for you?”
Jiang Mei added in a hurry when she heard that, “That’s right, Xiaobai. Are you suffering from victim paranoia? Outsiders do not benefit from sabotaging you at all. Why would they try to harm you?”
“That’s right.” Jiang Xiaobai smiled faintly. “I’d like to know why they want to harm me since they have nothing to gain,” she spoke softly.
Jiang Mei’s mother realized with a start that this statement was obviously targeted at her and her daughter.
That’s right. These two women have nothing to gain. It is unnecessary to do that if they wanted more attention from Old Madam, or even if they wanted Old Madam to reprimand Jiang Xiaobai.
However, they were clouded by their short-lived excitement. Maybe they were used to comparing themselves to Jiang Xiaobai and her family, and so they’d always be tempted to make jeering remarks when they saw her family.
After that, they were provoked and had lost their rationality at that moment…
Jiang Xiaobai spoke, “Fine. Since you’re unwilling to tell me who the person is, Second Aunt, I can’t possibly let someone hurt me for no good reason. Today, I have to make things clear in front of granny and all my dear relatives. Although I have been living at home after my graduation, I’ve been supporting myself financially. To be honest, I’ve stopped taking money from my family ever since I enrolled in university.” Jiang Xiaobai smiled toward the end of her sentence. Then, she turned to Jiang Mei. “Jiang Mei, we attended the same university; you should know about this even if others are not aware about that!”
“Y-You’re spouting nonsense! I’m not your roommate; how would I know?”
“Oh, you didn’t know? Alright!” Jiang Xiaobai shrugged nonchalantly. “Anyway, I’ve made myself clear now. If I hear someone else spreading untrue rumors about me in the future, I will sue them for defamation. Don’t worry. I have plenty of time and money. In fact, I will defend my honor to the very end!”
Defend my honor to the very end!
The end of her sentence reverberated throughout the room.
Old Madam Jiang looked at the girl in front of her in disbelief.
Jiang Xiaobai was wearing a fitted evening gown. Although Old Madam Jiang couldn’t tell what type of style of dress it was, it was apparent that the dress made Jiang Xiaobai’s slender figure appear especially tall and alluring.
When did this happen? That young girl, who had always been lazy and unkempt, has grown into such a dazzling young woman.
However, no one noticed a tall figure leaning against the wall at the entrance of the birthday feast.
Xiao Su was staring at the woman who was shining brightly amidst the crowd of people.
She was standing tall among the crowd, whereas the light above lit up her fair and delicate face. When she uttered the phrase, ‘Defend my honor to the very end’, it felt as if she was under the spotlight because the lights around her converged and circled around her. She looked bright, awe-inspiring and dazzling. Everyone around her couldn’t take their eyes off her.
Xiao Su stood there in silence without entering the venue.
In the beginning, after listening to the conversation between the two girls, Xiao Su came over to check if Jiang Xiaobai would end up falling into their trap.
Just as he expected, someone was targeting Jiang Xiaobai, but she retaliated.
Xiao Su realized in that instant that Jiang Xiaobai would never allow herself to be under someone else’s control. Whoever tries taking advantage of Jiang Xiaobai would most probably be digging their own grave.
Reality had proven that Jiang Xiaobai did not need Xiao Su to stand up for her.
For some reason, Xiao Su felt unexpectedly relieved when he saw how confident Jiang Xiaobai was while having the crowd’s attention.
I’m truly impressed by this girl.
Just when he was deep in thought, his friend asked him from behind, “Assistant Xiao, what are you doing?”
It was President Zhao from Zhao Group, and he followed Xiao Su’s gaze. When he saw the girl on the stage, President Zhao smiled while asking pointedly, “Assistant Xiao, do you know that girl?”
Xiao Su pressed his thin lips together without answering him.
President Zhao squinted while looking closer at Xiao Su’s gaze. He had mixed feelings, but he finally spoke again, “This girl is very pretty. Before coming over today, I heard that the Old Madam of the Jiang family is having her birthday feast here. Judging by her age, I’m guessing she is Old Madam Jiang’s granddaughter.”
“Mm-hmm,” answered Xiao Su quietly.
President Zhao continued asking, “We, Zhao Group, are collaborating with the Jiang family. Why don’t I make an introduction if you are interested in that girl, Assistant Xiao? You can get to know each other.”
Zhao Group might be powerful, but it was negligible compared to Ye Group.
Although President Zhao was the president of a big group, he knew the significance of Xiao Su’s status and power within Ye Group. Hence, President Zhao had been kowtowing to Xiao Su throughout their business meeting.
Although Xiao Su had not given it much thought since he was merely doing his job, President Zhao was afraid of losing the deal by offending Xiao Su.
Therefore, President Zhao had been treating Xiao Su exceptionally well.
Everyone within the business world knew that Young Master Ye had become a stay-at-home dad; he was always preoccupied with his wife and children. Besides, after the previous sensational incident, everyone knew that Young Master Ye was an overprotective husband. Now that he had a perfect and happy family, he would be putting less effort in the company in the future.
Xiao Su had been working with Young Master Ye for many years; in fact, they even went through life-and-death experiences together in the past.
Outsiders might perceive them as having an employer-subordinate relationship. However, those who were smart enough knew that things weren’t as simple as it seemed.
One could only imagine the trust they had forged, especially since the two men went through life-and-death experiences together. Besides, Ye Moxuan had put Xiao Su in charge of all the company projects.
Even brothers might not share such a deep relationship.
Ye Linhan was a great example.
Anyone working within the business world with the capabilities of remaining in a stable position as a company’s president would usually be somewhat cunning and calculative. They’d be eliminated in no time if they couldn’t understand this prerequisite.
Therefore, no one would ever take Xiao Su lightly in a business deal discussion just because he was an assistant. Xiao Su was now enjoying whatever treatment Ye Moxuan experienced in the past.
Hence, President Zhao was eager to get into Xiao Su’s good books when he saw Xiao Su staring at the girl.
How great would it be if the person in charge of Ye Group owes me a favor!
However, Xiao Su frowned slightly when he heard that. I know Jiang Xiaobai anyway. Why would I need him for an introduction? It looks like President Zhao just wants me to owe him a favor.
Unfortunately, his intentions were misplaced.
Just when he was lost in his thought, a surprised voice greeted the two of them from behind. “President Zhao?”
