Reborn Heiress: Seeking Revenge

Chapter 395 Antagonism 2(5)_1

The three of them exchanged glances and tacitly chose not to ask any further."Girl, how long will you be out? Otherwise, I could have Qing go with you. Having someone by your side to take care of you would put us at ease," Shangguan Zhi said, carefully stowing away the ordinary handgun he was holding.

"Grandpa, there’s no need. I’ll be going with Ye’s second young master. Besides, I wouldn’t want Qing’s studies to be delayed because of me," Shangguan You gently refused with a smile. Her family was aware she would be accompanied by the second young master of the Ye Family, and his presence reassured them.

"Girl, even though you’re now on friendly terms with them, it’s still best to keep a bit of distance from the Ye Family," Shangguan Hao said, glancing at Ye’s second young master. He was strikingly handsome, but his demeanor was too cold. Moreover, as a member of the Ye Family, such a person was dangerous. Despite not knowing why the second young master was so good to his daughter, he still reminded Shangguan You to be cautious.

"Daddy, I understand."

Shangguan You glanced at Ye’s second young master and listened to her family’s advice with a slight smile. Meanwhile, Mother Zhang and Liu Ruoling were upstairs, insistently packing her luggage. They insisted on helping, despite Shangguan You’s repeated assurances that she could pack by herself.

The thought of her departure made them even more worried. This was compounded by Ouyang Xuan’s request for Mother Zhang to protect Shangguan You at all times.

Seeing two large suitcases in the living room, Shangguan You’s mouth twitched sharply. I’m only going out for a few days; there’s no need for so many belongings.

"Girl, be careful on your way, and listen to what Ye’s second young master says, understand?" Liu Ruoling embraced her, repeatedly cautioning her. If it weren’t for Shangguan Yu’s objection, she would certainly have accompanied Shangguan You. She wouldn’t have left her with the second young master of the Ye Family. Who knows if he might harbor any untoward intentions? Their girl would be at a disadvantage then.

"Auntie, I know. I’m just going out to have some fun for a few days; I might be back in a few days. You don’t need to worry. I’ll bring back gifts. Auntie, while I’m away, please remember to miss me," Shangguan You said, embracing Liu Ruoling and inhaling her faint, pleasant scent, speaking with a smile. "Mother Zhang, I’m counting on you to take care of the family while I’m away." She spoke warmly to Mother Zhang, who had been with her through her most challenging times, never leaving her side—something she would never forget.

"Miss, take care on your journey. Mr. Ye, please look after our young lady. Miss, let Mother Zhang accompany you. Mr. Ouyang also said I should take care of you," Mother Zhang repeated, still not giving up.

"Yes, I’ll take care of myself. Mother Zhang, you’re not young anymore; you should rest at home. I’ve grown up and can take care of myself," Shangguan You said, embracing Mother Zhang with a smile and gently declining her offer.

"I’ll take good care of her," Ye’s second young master nodded, his normally stern brow furrowed. This girl’s skills are considerable; she hardly needs my protection, he thought, but still agreed.

"Let’s go. Daddy will take you to the airport," Shangguan Hao, dressed in his green military uniform, stood up, his upright figure tall.

"Daddy, there’s no need for you to take me. You’re busy, so go ahead. I’ll bring back gifts," Shangguan You said, linking arms with Shangguan Hao and smilingly declining.

"Alright then, be careful on your way. Make sure to call us once you get there to let us know you’re safe," Shangguan Hao nodded. He watched as Ye’s second young master carried her luggage and the two drove off towards the airport. Only after their figures had completely vanished did the three of them head upstairs.

In the study, Shangguan Zhi sat in the main seat, his brows furrowed. Shangguan Yu and Shangguan Hao stood before him.

The atmosphere in the study was somewhat heavy; no one spoke.

"What do you think? Where is she going this time? What is she going to do? Is she really going to B City?" Shangguan Zhi’s deep voice finally broke the heavy silence.

"Dad, it’s more likely that she’s going to B City," Shangguan Yu offered.

"That’s right," Shangguan Hao agreed, nodding. "Both You’s Pharmacy and You’s Beauty Chain are her properties. Now that they’re closed for renovations, she’s undoubtedly going to handle these matters. Plus, she has business collaborations with the Ye Family, so it explains why she’d use the excuse of a trip to go to B City and deal with her properties. Her going with Ye’s second young master also makes sense." If it weren’t for her needing to go to B City, they wouldn’t normally allow her to leave with Ye’s second young master. They merely turned a blind eye to her excuse.

"But with things having escalated to this point, shouldn’t she be reopening her businesses with great fanfare, instead of closing them for renovations and handling things personally?" Shangguan Zhi’s brows furrowed even more. Something doesn’t feel quite right.

"Daddy, that girl is very cunning. We could tell from how she acquired a thirty percent share in the Shen Family’s assets. So, as long as she’s not heading *there*, we’ll just let her be," Shangguan Yu said with a smile.

Who would have thought that the Shangguan Family would produce a business genius?

"With such a major event occurring, I expected her to confide in us so we could support her. Instead, she shouldered it all herself without saying a word to the family." Shangguan Zhi sighed. Who knows where she gets that temperament from? She still manages to smile and laugh every day, and even brings us these things. An inexplicable sense of comfort filled his heart.

Hopefully, she’ll be able to face anything that happens to the Shangguan Family on her own in the future.

"Dad, she has her own opinions and thoughts. Since she doesn’t want to tell us, we’ll just pretend we don’t know," Shangguan Hao said solemnly. "Let her do as she pleases. As long as she stays far away from that side, we should support her." He wished only for his daughter to remain safe and not get entangled in disputes. The men of the Shangguan Family should be the ones to face such troubles, while the daughters remained safely under their protection.

"That’s true." Shangguan Zhi nodded and commanded gravely, "Have a few more Hidden Guards follow her to ensure her safety."

"Yes," a cold voice responded, and silence once again settled in the room.

"Dad, who is that Elder Meihua?" Shangguan Yu asked in a hushed tone. "I’ve heard that old man is elusive, getting the better of the Zhuge Family, the Li Family, and the Fang Family, and even stealing the Blood Spirit Jade. That old man also possesses the Four Spiritual Pearls. His next target might be us."