Standing Next To You
Chapter 98: Must Apologize

Chapter 98: Must Apologize

Bei Sangyun rolled her eyes. She didn’t want to listen to Lin Ginxian’s pretentious concern and play like a father.

She addressed the matter directly.

"This is just a matter of ability. Why don’t we test it now? What do you think, grandfather?"

Old Master Lin gazed at Bei Sangyun. Her boldness and arrogance know no bounds. But her suggestion was right.

"Fine. I will give everyone a chance to showcase their skills. Tomorrow, I’ll have everyone in this room. At that time, I assume that Lin Sunji has finished what she’s supposed to do."

The fourth branch thanked the old man, as this approach would allow everyone to compete for the role.

The dinner ended like this.

As Old Master Lin passed Bei Sangyun, he muttered, "I have taken up your suggestion. So, I hope you’ll allow your cousin to make amends. Give her a chance."

Bei Sangyun was annoyed, as she had explained that she wasn’t manipulating Fei Chuan, but they didn’t believe her. She replied, "I won’t stop her from apologizing, but it depends on her ability and that person’s decision if she will be forgiven or not."

Old Master Lin nodded in understanding and left, leaving everyone in the room wondering about his conversation with Bei Sangyun.

*****

After the dinner, the fourth branch gathered in their wing’s living room.

Lin Ruo faced her daughter, "You told me you had apologized to that student."

Lin Sunji bit her lip and replied, "I tried, but that Bei Sangyun has been sticking to him. I’ve attempted different ways, but with her around, it’s been difficult for me to even talk to him."

"You only have tomorrow. If you fail tomorrow, the role will go to either Lin Xiaoni or Lin Ginxian’s daughter. This is your specialty. Don’t let them take this opportunity from you."

"I understand, Father."

Once the conversation between father and daughter had ended, Li Mei pulled Lin Sunji aside.

"Did you notice that Bei Sangyun has been attending late classes for her French lessons at school?"

Lin Sunji shook her head. Ever since Bei Sangyun started sticking to Fei Chuan, she had abandoned all school activities.

Li Mei narrowed her eyes and asked, "Are you certain?"

"Yes. That bitch hasn’t been active at school these days." Lin Sunji looked at her mother’s concerned expression and asked, "Are you worried that Bei Sangyun might surpassed me? My comprehension and fluency in French is undoubtedly better than hers.

Li Mei shook her head. "Of course not. That girl is good at faking her confidence. I was briefly swayed by it. Tomorrow, you need to ensure that the student accepts your apology."

"About that..." Lin Sunji hesitated, "I’m concerned that he’ll reject me again. He’s not easily swayed by our family’s name. That loser knows nothing."

It must be that bitch’s misunderstanding that the loser was smart or capable. If he was, he should understand how great it was to get the Lin family’s favor.

Li Mei reassured her, "Don’t worry about it. Just apologize to him personally. Even if he doesn’t accept, I’ll make his family accept." She said with a glint in her eyes.

Lin Sunji understood her mother’s words.

Why she did not think of that!

"Thank you, Mom!"

Li Mei smiled and said, "Anything for you, my princess. Oh, by the way, what’s the name of your classmate? I’ll have our people look into his family."

"His name is Fei Chuan."

"Fei Chuan?" Li Mei paused. "From the Fei family?"

Lin Sunji shook her head. "There’s no way he’s from that ’Fei’ family. A loser like him wouldn’t come from such a prominent family. He must have the same surname as them. The Fei surname is quite common, after all."

Li Mei nodded. "You’re right. There’s only one Fei family that stands out, and a renowned family like that wouldn’t let one of their own be pushed around by others."

"That’s what I thought too," Lin Sunji said with relief. "Thankfully, I have you, Mom, or else this role might end up in Lin Xiaoni’s hands. I can’t allow that stupid girl to steal my role."

The mother and daughter were deeply engrossed in their conversation, unaware of Lin Sanju, who was seated nearby on the sofa with headphones, seemingly playing a game.

He scoffed, "...Fools."

....

At the same time, the third branch was also having its own meeting.

The door to the study room closed, and Lin Ginxian turned to Bei Sangyun.

"How confident are you that you will outperform the fourth branch?"

Bei Sangyun crossed her arms on her chest and replied, "One hundred percent."

Lin Ginxian glanced at Butler Xin, who nodded and said, "Young Miss is telling the truth. She has mastered the language."

Lin Ginxian sighed with relief.

Bei Sangyun rolled her eyes. If he didn’t believe her answer, why even ask her?

Lin Ginxian turned to Bei Sangyun again and warned, "You’ve angered me many times. Don’t disappoint me, or you’ll have to face the consequences."

Bei Sangyun shrugged.

Butler Xin gave a pleading glance at Bei Sangyun.

Sighing, Bei Sangyun said reluctantly, "...I understand."

Lin Ginxian finally nodded and added, "Good. If you complete this task and regain the old man’s favor, I will allow you to visit that village. You should reunite with your grandmother."

Bei Sangyun’s eyes darkened, the weight of those words hit her.

These words...were all too familiar to her. He had said this during the selection of the host. And she had believed him.

Butler Xin had been watching Bei Sangyun the entire time. Seeing her expression change, he quickly spoke.

"That’s great news. I will ensure that Young Miss receives all the necessary support. We won’t disappoint you, Master."

Lin Ginxian patted Butler Xin on the shoulder and whispered, "I’m glad I have you. Please watch over my daughter." Then he leaned in closer and added darkly, "If she ever rebels again, I don’t mind if you choose other methods to make her listen."

Butler Xin’s heart turned cold.

Although he was familiar with the Lin family’s cruel nature, witnessing it firsthand still caught him off guard.

He glanced at Bei Sangyun, who had grown unusually quiet.

No wonder the once-normal girl had developed a loose screw in this broken family.

"....I will follow your suggestion, Master."