She Became A Downfall Noble Lady
Chapter 730 - 728: None Shall Escape

Chapter 730: Chapter 728: None Shall Escape

Han Yufang, after hearing Ye Xinyan’s words, was not the least bit intimidated. She lifted her chin proudly and said with a cold laugh, "Miss Ye, you exaggerate. I am merely here to inquire about what happened; I haven’t said anything at all."

Who is she trying to scare? She hasn’t done anything, right? She only came in to ask about what had happened, and the few words she said afterward were meant to downplay the situation for Ye Xinyan.

Her status now is not the same as on the eighth day of the first month of the lunar year. Even just now in the main hall, several of the elder Madams treated her with respect. What’s Ye Xinyan’s status in comparison? At most, she is just a subordinate of the prince’s mansion.

Shi Lan, however, did not possess Han Yufang’s composure. She kept glancing towards the door, anxious about why her mother had yet to arrive.

In her eager anticipation, the door to the side hall finally opened, and Madam Liu, accompanying Madam Jiang and Madam Yin, entered.

When the old woman servant attending Shi Lan found Madam Liu, she reported that the young Madams and Misses in the side hall were speaking very disparagingly of Miss Ye, with Miss Han taking the lead, and it seemed she was not on Miss Ye’s side. Fearing trouble, she urged her mother to go over and have a look.

So, Madam Liu merely invited Madam Jiang and Mrs. Yin for a walk, and after explaining a few words to them, she made her way to the side hall.

Upon entering, they immediately saw Ye Xinyan, isolated in the crowd.

It was true that Ye Xinyan was mixed in with the crowd, but whether it was the strong aura left by the original host or the unusual atmosphere created by the group’s earlier discussions, she seemed to stand apart from everyone else.

Mrs. Yin felt pained at the sight and, without waiting for Madam Jiang or Madam Liu to react, rushed forward a few steps to Ye Xinyan’s side. Grabbing her arm, she scrutinized her and urgently asked, "Ah Yan, what happened to you? Did they bully you?"

The younger women and wives present had quietened down when the elders entered the hall, waiting for Madam Liu or perhaps Madam Jiang to speak, but Mrs. Yin’s questions made them roll their eyes.

How shameless of you to ask such questions! Don’t you know what kind of person your own daughter is? When has your daughter ever allowed herself to be bullied?

Madam Liu was on very good terms with Mrs. Yin and, hearing her one-sided questions and seeing the discontent on people’s faces, quickly stepped forward to pull at Mrs. Yin and said, "Mrs. Yin, don’t be anxious, let’s first find out what actually happened."

The younger women and young wives in the side hall saw Madam Liu address Mrs. Yin as "Mrs. Yin" and showed some disdain. Looking at Ye Xinyan, they felt a strange sense of reassurance in their hearts.

Since Ye Hongyang lost the position of Princely Heir, Mrs. Yin could no longer be addressed as Madam, but only as Mrs. Yin. As the daughter of Ye Hongyang and Mrs. Yin, Ye Xinyan’s status can be imagined.

It’s ridiculous that she is unaware of her own status, and yet dares to scare people here, in a gathering place of noblewomen, with a superior attitude.

Ye Xinyan observed everyone’s expressions and felt even more indignant on behalf of Mrs. Yin. To think Mrs. Yin not only had to endure heartache with Ye Hongyang, but also suffer such contempt because of such a scoundrel.

After Madam Liu calmed Mrs. Yin down, she then turned to look at Madam Jiang. Among those present, Madam Jiang had the highest status, and without any clear understanding of the situation, it was appropriate to let Madam Jiang speak first.

Han Yufang silently moved next to Madam Jiang, her expression composed.

Madam Jiang had been somewhat anxious, fearing her daughter might have a confrontation with the Ye Family girl.

It doesn’t matter what trouble the Ye Family girl gets into, but her daughter, with her bright future, could not afford such a loss of face. Seeing her daughter’s expression, she let half of her worry go. It seemed, looking at Sister Fang, that she probably had no entanglement with Miss Ye.

Madam Jiang’s heart settled down, and seeing Madam Liu looking at her, she said with a smile, "This room is filled with dazzling girls; it’s making my eyes spin. Madam Liu, it’s good enough that you asked about the matter. I think the children are getting along quite well."

After asking those few questions, Madam Yin also felt that her daughter seemed alright and wasn’t angered, nor did she see any signs of her getting into fights or causing trouble, which put her mind at ease.

Madam Liu, seeing that Madam Yin didn’t intend to pursue the matter further, and that Miss Ye stood quietly without saying much, followed the principle of keeping things calm and said with a laugh, "It seems we’ve come here for nothing, as long as you are having a good time. The weather is gradually getting warmer, and we have prepared brazier grills in the garden’s pavilions, along with various meats and vegetables. Go take a look; you might enjoy the taste of the barbecue."

Ye Xinyi saw that she hadn’t provoked Ye Xinyan’s temper and that the situation hadn’t escalated as she had hoped, which somewhat disappointed her. But since the two ladies were leaving, that was all that could be done for now, unless another opportunity arose.

However, even if an opportunity did arise, she couldn’t take the lead anymore. All she could do was wait for a chance to push someone else forward while she stirred up trouble from behind.

Thinking this, Ye Xinyi was the first to respond, "Madam Xie, thank you for the kind hospitality—unexpectedly, there’s such a delightful place. Let’s go take a look. Speaking of it, everyone usually finds the smoky smell of barbecue too strong; it’s indeed rare to have such an opportunity."

As she spoke, Ye Xinyi led her maidservants, calling to two of the young married women beside her, and turned to leave.

"Wait!" Ye Xinyan called out, her voice long and slow.

Madam Liu instantly looked over at her, and Madam Jiang felt an unsettling sensation in her heart.

Ye Xinyi glanced at Ye Xinyan, but didn’t stop; she continued turning away, still smiling as she said, "If sister doesn’t like barbecue, feel free to sit in the hall for a while. When the food is grilled, I’ll have Qingqing bring a portion to sister."

Ye Xinyan, facing Ye Xinyi’s back, said coolly, "Don’t say I didn’t warn you. It’s best if we can resolve the matter here in this side hall. If you all insist on leaving the side hall, as a weak woman, I naturally can’t stop everyone. But my guards will be waiting outside the General’s Mansion, and none of you will be able to leave. By then, there will be many who come to watch the excitement."

"What?"

The women in the side hall looked at each other. What did Ye Xinyan want to do? The people gathered here were not just from one family or one mansion; did she really have the audacity to block the movements of so many?

Han Yufang said angrily, "Ye Xinyan, don’t go too far..."

Madam Jiang interrupted her with a look of severity in her eyes.

Upon hearing this, Ye Xinyi halted mid-step and turned around, astonished, "Sister, this is General Huwei’s Mansion, and Miss Shi will soon be entering Prince Yu’s Mansion. There’s also Miss Han, who will be a princess consort. We cannot be disrespectful to Miss Han."

Han Yufang’s face turned dark, but she remained silent.

Madam Jiang glanced at Ye Xinyi, thinking this woman was truly troublesome.

Ye Xinyan smiled and said, "What kind of character I have and what reputation I hold are things I believe everyone here knows. What skills my guard captain possesses might still be unclear to you all. I’m not afraid of tarnishing my reputation; my guards are enemies of tens of thousands, and we can easily make baseless accusations known to all. If you all are like me and not afraid of harming your reputation, then proceed as you wish."

The crowd froze in place, indeed, Ye Xinyan was someone who didn’t care about consequences, she wasn’t afraid of damaging her reputation, but all of them were.

Right or wrong, they didn’t dare to make a scene beyond the mansion’s gates.