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Chapter 231 If Heaven Deceives Me, I Must Defy Heaven

Chapter 231: Chapter 231 If Heaven Deceives Me, I Must Defy Heaven

Qi Yun was startled, not expecting Pei Liyan to ask that question.

Instinctively, Qi Yun wanted to look at Qiao Rui but, afraid of revealing anything, immediately shifted her gaze and met Pei Liyan’s eyes, countering, "Why would Mr. Pei ask such a question?"

Pei Liyan gave a faint smile and said, "Previously, you were not seen alongside Miss Song."

Qi Yun’s heart tightened. This man was probing, and she couldn’t afford to make any mistakes.

She couldn’t involve the Young Master, and the only way to make Pei Liyan keep quiet seemed to be, "Mr. Pei, are you asking about the whereabouts of my boss, Miss Rui?"

Pei Liyan was taken aback, his gaze much sharper.

Qi Yun was good at catching the crux of the issue and could, in an instant, direct the spearhead towards him.

"Cough!" Qiao Rui couldn’t help but clear her throat.

Pei Liyan subconsciously turned his head to glance at Qiao Rui.

Qiao Rui also looked towards Pei Liyan, a deep sense of inquiry in her eyes.

Pei Liyan furrowed his brow and looked back at Qi Yun, speaking softly, "You’ve misunderstood!"

"Is that so?" Qi Yun naturally didn’t believe him.

Yet she was worried that bringing up Ruirui might anger the Young Master.

Qi Yun involuntarily looked at Qiao Rui, relieved that she showed no emotion.

Pei Liyan spoke again, "To be honest, I’m somewhat curious about Miss Qi, especially since the incident of Chen Haimin becoming an eunuch was orchestrated by you. I admire Miss Qi’s courage to move around Liancheng, as the Chen Family and the Shi Family are indeed looking for you!"

After hearing this, Qi Yun was not the least bit concerned and responded with a mild smile. "Thank you, Mr. Pei, for your warning. Chen Haimin’s misdeeds will surely be his downfall, and the Chen Family and Shi Family searching for me will probably only disgrace themselves."

At that moment, Qiao Rui faintly stated, "Well said!"

Song Muyu and Qi Yun were both startled.

Qiao Rui glanced at them and continued, "Miss Qi is courageous. Heroes are not judged by their origins, and I admire you just for those few words."

Qi Yun found herself a bit embarrassed. What were the Young Master’s intentions?

How was she supposed to respond?

With a shift of her eyes, Qi Yun said, "Mr. Pei and Mrs. Pei are both warm and kind-hearted, thank you for your reminders."

Pei Liyan frowned again, feeling as if Qiao Rui’s behavior seemed to be aiding Qi Yun.

His meaningful gaze involuntarily turned towards Qiao Rui.

Qiao Rui was looking at him with a beaming smile, composed and straightforward.

Pei Liyan raised an eyebrow.

Qiao Rui, mimicking his action, also raised her delicate eyebrows, displaying a somewhat coquettish demeanor.

"Cough!" Pei Liyan couldn’t help but clear his throat, "Miss Qi, there’s no need for politeness. I haven’t really helped you, you’d still better be careful on your own."

Song Muyu couldn’t help frowning, her worried emotions evident.

Qi Yun, on the other hand, was not so worried and seemed very calm, taking no particular heed to this matter.

Seeing her like this, Pei Liyan felt a strange emotion rising within him. This Qi Yun, just like her boss.

Ruirui, what kind of extraordinary woman was she?

On such an important occasion today, her absence was unexplainable.

Even Jiang Jinfeng had shown up. Ruirui had said she would come, so why had she not appeared?

"Miss Song, be careful as well," Pei Liyan spoke again.

"Oh, thank you for the reminder, Mr. Pei," Song Muyu expressed her thanks, glancing at Qiao Rui.

She appeared nonchalant, just waiting for the banquet to start.

He Lan and Qiao Xiang heard these words, exchanging glances.

Qiao Xiang had a hint of triumph in her eyes; it seemed someone was going to deal with Song Muyu and Qi Yun.

That was really great.

He Lan, on the other hand, thought, "is Qi Yun really that formidable, to have provoked someone who seems quite powerful?"

Curious, she couldn’t help but ask, "Miss Qi, who did you mess with?"

Qi Yun, being addressed, was also stunned.

Seeing that she didn’t respond, He Lan frowned and asked, "I’m talking to you!"

"So, just because you ask me something, I have to answer?" Qi Yun retorted sarcastically.

"Tch!" He Lan was irritated by her response. "Even though we have our grievances, I’m not the type to kick someone when they’re down. Just saying, don’t get caught before I have a chance to take my revenge on you, got it?"

Everyone was taken aback; nobody expected He Lan to say such a thing.

Qiao Rui was also stunned; it seemed Miss He wasn’t entirely ruthless.

She was just spoiled; her nature wasn’t that repulsive.

Song Muyu couldn’t help but chuckle and said, "Miss He, how exactly do you plan to take your revenge on Qi Yun?"

"What’s it to you?" He Lan snapped back.

Song Muyu shrugged. "I’m Qi Yun’s boss now, so how does it not concern me?"

"What’s so great about being a boss?" He Lan rolled her eyes, gave Song Muyu a blank stare, then warned Qi Yun, "Be very careful; I’ll be seeking revenge."

"I’ll be waiting!" Qi Yun said expressionlessly.

He Lan snorted, "You’re tough and skilled, but there are definitely those out there who are better."

"That’s actually very true." Qi Yun nodded in agreement. "There are plenty of people in this world better than me."

"Right!" He Lan suddenly felt pleased and proud, "I told you, there are people out there who are better than you."

"Well, Miss He, if you plan to take revenge on me personally, it’s never going to happen in this lifetime." Qi Yun taunted lightly.

He Lan: "...."

Qi Yun, seeing her deflate, found it amusing; the young heiress wasn’t so unlikable after all, the most detestable was still Qiao Xiang.

Qi Yun had just glanced at Qiao Xiang when she warned Qi Yun, "Miss Qi, watch your step too; when you walk the night too often, beware of ghosts."

Qi Yun was speechless and cuttingly replied, "Yes, there are many ghosts; just encountered one today."

Qiao Xiang was stunned, angry but unable to retaliate, and her face soured from embarrassment.

Qi Yun knew she wouldn’t dare to confront her openly and teased her. "But my boss taught me, ’If the heavens oppress me, I will defy them; if fate deceives me, I will rewrite it. I will slay gods, kill buddhas, bond with demons, and to heck with petty spirits!’"

Qiao Rui’s lips twitched, unable to hold back.

Song Muyu laughed.

Remembering what Qiao Rui once said offhandedly, it indeed sounded imposing.

Pei Liyan was also taken aback; his eyes narrowed slightly, recalling that bright face.

Qiao Rui, seeing his distracted expression, commented, "Miss Qi, your boss sounds like a fascinating person."

Qi Yun met Qiao Rui’s gaze and was startled, not wanting to upset the young master, she spoke softly, "Yes, my boss is really nice."

Flattering to one’s face doesn’t go well.

Qiao Rui gave her a warning look.

Qi Yun immediately didn’t dare to say more.

Song Muyu, sensing the situation, quickly changed the subject. "Speaking of which, where’s Jiang Jinfeng? Mr. Pei, do you know where he went?"

"He just said he was going to the restroom," Pei Liyan replied, turning his head to meet Qi Yun’s gaze and asked, "Miss Qi, where’s your boss?"

Qi Yun was taken aback. "Mr. Pei, you’re asking too?"

Song Muyu also frowned. "Mr. Pei, why are you asking this?"