novel-bin Chapter 153 Wanting her to join the Ye family
Chapter 153 Wanting her to join the Ye family
"Shu'er lost because she was not as skilled as the other. As an elder, you bullied a junior. This is a disgrace to the Ye family."
Ye Zhenlin's tone was extremely heavy, and his eyes were incredibly cold. Although he usually appeared gentle and refined like a young master, when he got angry, even Ye Xiyu wouldn't dare to act rashly.
Unexpectedly, Ye Zhenlin was so angry this time. Ye Xiyu didn't dare to say anything and could only lower her eyes silently. Ye Shu was unhappy, feeling that her uncle was siding with an outsider. She said angrily, "Uncle, she bullied Shu'er first."
"If you hadn't started this trouble, would they have bullied you?"
"I……"
It seems that Ye Zhenlin was always there, but he just didn't show himself. Therefore, he knew the whole story. Now Ye Shu had nothing to say and didn't dare to do anything rash. She could only clench her fists and glare fiercely at Tao Tao.
"Shu'er has been spoiled since childhood, which has led to her developing a bad habit of being unruly. She has offended me just now, and I hope this young friend will not take offense." Ye Zhenlin walked towards Tao Tao and spoke in a friendly manner. Tao Tao, as if struck by lightning, subconsciously took a few steps back, her eyes filled with disbelief.
Her father had never been so gentle with her. If he could be so kind to an “outsider,” why was he so unwilling to give her even a little bit of fatherly love back then?
Thinking of this, Tao Tao felt extremely depressed and filled with hatred for the person in front of him.
Sensing Tao Tao's unusual emotions, Ye Zhenlin thought that his sudden appearance had frightened her, after all, Ye Xiyu had just pushed her to the brink of defeat. So he smiled gently and said, "Young friend, don't be afraid, I won't hurt you. I watched your duel with Shu'er today. It's rare to have such cultivation at such a young age. Seeing your skillful moves and measured advances and retreats, you will surely achieve great things in the future."
Ye Zhenlin inexplicably started praising Tao Tao, which puzzled Tao Tao. She stared blankly at the person in front of her, feeling both amused and speechless. After a while, she moved her lips and said, "Senior is too kind. This junior does not deserve such praise."
"What's there to be ashamed of? I'm always good at judging people. However, if you want to improve your cultivation, staying here is not a wise choice."
After saying this, Ye Zhenlin took out a bottle of pills and handed it to Tao Tao, saying, "Take this pill and you will recover quickly. It won't affect your performance in the later competition."
Tao Tao stared dumbfounded as she took the bottle, looking at the person in front of her with disbelief. He had actually invited her to the Ye family; it was utterly ridiculous.
She would never set foot in the Ye family again in her entire life, except to seek revenge.
"Brother, you actually invited her to our Ye family? What right does she have to go? If we don't teach such an arrogant junior a lesson, what will she be like in the future?" Ye Xiyu really couldn't understand Ye Zhenlin's actions. Their Ye family was not lacking in talent at all. Was it necessary to recruit such a person?
Before Ye Zhenlin could speak, Tao Tao slightly curled the corners of her lips and said with a faint smile, "I dare not presume to be associated with the Ye family. Thank you for your high regard, senior. As for this medicine, there is no need for it. I have my own way of recovering."
As he spoke, Tao Tao tossed the medicine bottle to Ye Zhenlin and walked past him nonchalantly, which infuriated Ye Xiyu, who was about to attack, but was stopped by Ye Zhenlin.
Only after Tao Tao had gone far away did Ye Xiyu turn around and ask, puzzled, "Big brother, how can you tolerate her being so arrogant? She clearly doesn't respect our Ye family at all."
“It’s good that young people have pride. You are still an elder, so don’t do this again, or I will punish you severely.”
"I..." Ye Xiyu felt bitter, but dared not say anything more. She did not expect Ye Zhenlin to value Tao Tao so much. Otherwise, even if she had bullied him this time, she would have done so. Would the Yanhan Sect really make trouble for her for the sake of a mere disciple?
Ye Zhenlin snorted coldly and left, leaving Ye Shu and Ye Xiyu resentful. Ye Shu, in particular, was unhappy, feeling that Ye Zhenlin was biased. She muttered under her breath, "Auntie, why is Uncle siding with an outsider!"
"Brother values that girl's strength. If you're unhappy about it, find a way to improve your own strength."
"But I can't swallow this. It was clearly her fault, but my uncle..."
"So what? Getting revenge on her is easy. As long as she dares to step out of the Annihilation Sect, we can take her life at any time."
At this point, a chill rose in Ye Xiyu's eyes.
After leaving the waiting area, Tao Tao ran all the way to the woods. Her heart was still unsettled. Just thinking about Ye Zhenlin's appearance made Tao Tao feel particularly uncomfortable. It was better if some memories didn't return, because once they did, it would undoubtedly be the most painful torment for her.
To this day, she still cannot understand why Ye Zhenlin, who could be so kind to everyone, was so cruel to his own daughter.
"Ayan..." she said weakly, her heart empty, unable to remember anything, she could only softly call his name.
In the blink of an eye, a figure gradually appeared in her white light, which was Bai Yan.
Their souls were connected, and he could clearly feel Tao Tao's pain at this moment. However, having lived for so many years, he did not know what pain was. Tao Tao's emotions slowly affected him, allowing him to gradually experience the myriad sufferings of life.
Tao Tao lowered her eyes, stepped forward and weakly hugged Bai Yan, leaning all her weight on him, as if it could ease her pain. This pain came not only from Ye Xiyu's oppressive aura, but more importantly from the turmoil of her past and future, which caused her immense inner torment.
In her innocent ignorance, she could have been carefree and happy as a little animal, thinking only of eating all day long, with nothing to bother her. But now she can't do that. Even though she tries her best to forget the past, the memories always resurface whenever she encounters those old acquaintances.
Whether she hated it or couldn't understand it, the hurt she suffered in the Ye family over the years was etched deep into her soul.
Bai Yan remained silent, gently stroking her hair with unusual tenderness. He rarely showed such tenderness towards anyone. Perhaps even he himself didn't realize that ever since Tao Tao marked him with her soul imprint, they had become inextricably linked.
A warm spiritual energy flowed into Tao Tao's body through Bai Yan's palm, gradually alleviating Tao Tao's pain. He could soothe her wounds, but he could not heal the pain in her heart.
"Take a rest, and everything will be fine after a good night's sleep." Bai Yan's voice was exceptionally gentle, like a gentle breeze, which made Tao Tao relax and slowly close her eyes.
The soft rustling of falling leaves filled the air, occasionally punctuated by the clear chirping of a kingfisher. A gentle breeze brought a sense of calm to everything. At that moment, Tao Tao fell into a deep sleep, and the unpleasant memories vanished...