novelraw Chapter 231: Du Family Has Me Behind Them
Chapter 231: Du Family Has Me Behind Them
Before evening, Ye Qingtian and Shen Huamo arrived in Tianqi City.
Following the GPS, Shen Huamo drove directly to the Du Family residence.
The Du Family was located in a small courtyard with a few small Western-style buildings erected inside.
Compared to other wealthy families, this residence looked quite humble.
"Who are you?"
The security at the gate asked.
"We are here to see Elder Du. We’re from Tianjing!"
Shen Huamo answered smartly. The security immediately let them pass.
Inside the Du Family hall, upon hearing that some important people from Tianjing had arrived, they eagerly awaited.
Among them were Ye Qingtian’s grandfather, Du Lijun, and grandmother, Mo Lanwen, as well as his uncle, Du Wenyuan, and aunt, Du Xueyan.
"Who are you two?"
The Du Family members were stunned upon seeing Ye Qingtian and Shen Huamo, as they had never met them before.
Especially since Ye Qingtian was handsome, and Shen Huamo was exceptionally beautiful, they seemed almost like deities descended to the mortal world.
"I am... I am Ye Qingtian..."
Ye Qingtian choked up as he uttered his name.
"Ye Qingtian? Who is Ye Qingtian? What...?"
Du Wenyuan was taken aback at first, and then his face changed dramatically.
Du Lijun, Mo Lanwen, and Du Xueyan shared the same reaction, their expressions all changed suddenly.
"Are you... are you Xue Ning’s child? Qingtian?"
Du Lijun and Mo Lanwen walked over, trembling, looking at Ye Qingtian in disbelief.
"Grandpa, Grandma, it’s me, I’m back!"
Ye Qingtian nodded heavily.
"This is wonderful! The child of my sister (or brother) is still alive! This is wonderful!"
Du Wenyuan and Du Xueyan were extremely excited, their eyes reddened, and tears rolled down Du Xueyan’s cheeks.
"It’s so wonderful! Qingtian, you’re back!"
Du Lijun and Mo Lanwen hugged Ye Qingtian, and Du Wenyuan and Du Xueyan gathered around, reuniting the family.
Seeing this, Shen Huamo felt a bit moved as well.
The scene surprised Ye Qingtian, as he initially thought the Du Family might reject him due to the Abandoned Celestial Destiny.
But they didn’t; instead, they gave him warmth he had never felt before.
"Qingtian, don’t believe the rumors spread by those warlocks about the Abandoned Celestial Destiny. It’s all deceit. Your mother died wrongfully, and unfortunately, we couldn’t do anything. We couldn’t even protect you."
Du Lijun said helplessly.
"Grandpa, it’s okay, I understand."
"And definitely don’t think about seeking revenge or investigating these matters. Those are conflicts among the rich families in Tianjing, we’re no match for them!"
Du Lijun’s aged face was full of helpless expressions.
Du Wenyuan nodded firmly: "Yes, seeing you grow up, Qingtian, we can finally breathe a sigh of relief. From now on, you should stay with the Du Family."
"Right, Qingtian should introduce your girlfriend now!"
Ye Qingtian’s aunt couldn’t help but laugh when she saw Shen Huamo.
"Yes, look at us ignoring the lady."
Du Wenyuan slapped his forehead.
"There’s no need for introductions. She’s just a maid of mine."
Ye Qingtian said lightly.
Du Xueyan gave him a look: "I know you young people have fun, but don’t be like this. Young lady, come over here to your aunt!"
The family warmedly asked Ye Qingtian about his well-being, and this unprecedented experience warmed his heart.
Compared to the Du Family, the Ye Family exploited him in various ways.
Even knowing his identity as Ye Xiaoyao, they still sought to exploit him.
Now, Ye Qingtian just wanted to sit quietly on the sofa and listen to his grandparents chat about ordinary family matters.
"Hmm? Grandpa, Grandma, I see you seem troubled? Did something happen?"
Soon after, Ye Qingtian noticed some of them seemed worried.
Du Wenyuan immediately said: "Nothing’s wrong, Qingtian. You should rest, and in the next couple of days, your aunt will show you around!"
Ye Qingtian said seriously: "Uncle, what’s happened? Tell me, I will handle it!"
"Qingtian, indeed some things have happened, but I can handle it. Besides, telling you is useless. Alas!"
Du Wenyuan sighed deeply.
Shen Huamo smiled inwardly: What matter can’t Ye Xiaoyao handle?
Ye Qingtian suddenly laughed: "Uncle, no matter what it is, tell me, I can absolutely handle it."
"Qingtian, let me tell you. Your uncle’s child, Du Jinhao, who is also your brother, is a gambler by nature. He was tricked this time and gambled away the entire Du Family fortune. They have given us three days to transfer all Du Family assets."
Du Xueyan revealed the truth to Ye Qingtian.
"How can you take a bunch of kids’ gambling seriously? Gambling the entire Du Family away without your consent?"
Ye Qingtian sneered.
"No, but the other party is a major conglomerate in Tianqi City, capable of controlling everything here. They’ve had their eyes on the Du Family for a long time. That’s why they tricked us into handing over our assets. We can’t compete with them, so we’ll have to give up everything. Otherwise, our lives could be at risk!"
Du Xueyan’s face sank to the lowest point.
Ye Qingtian smiled: "Don’t worry, I’m here. Nothing will happen, and I promise that soon the whole of Tianqi City will respect the Du Family. If you wish, you could even claim supremacy in Tianjing."
"This child sure speaks boldly, his words make my blood boil."
Du Lijun laughed.
They only saw Ye Qingtian as a child, not considering other possibilities.
Shen Huamo’s beautiful eyes flickered, and she secretly thought: The Du Family’s going to rise now. Perhaps they can even make a comeback in Tianjing and rule there.
"Uncle, who is making things difficult for the Du Family? I’ll personally go confront them!"
Ye Qingtian asked.
"Qingtian, there’s no need. You should take a good rest! Xueyan, I’m afraid it might get noisy here and disturb Qingtian, so please arrange a place for him to stay!"
Du Wenyuan mainly feared someone would come and cause trouble for the Du Family, involving Ye Qingtian.
"Okay, big brother."
Du Xueyan nodded.
Unable to refuse, Ye Qingtian had to follow his aunt to the arranged place.
However, halfway there, two luxury cars blocked Du Xueyan’s car from both sides.
"Why have they followed us?"
Du Xueyan’s delicate face turned icy cold.
"Where are you going, Sister Xueyan?"
Five or six people got out of the luxury car, led by a man who slowly took off his sunglasses, his eyes filled with a frivolous look.
"Tsk tsk, Sister Xueyan, you truly are a strong woman of Tianqi! Your aura is astonishing! The most remarkable thing is that in your thirties, you are still a virgin! That’s rare!"
The man leaned against the car window, commenting on Du Xueyan.
"Feng Zhenyu, get lost. I don’t want to fight with you today!"
Du Xueyan exuded a chilly aura.
"Fight with me? Du Xueyan, you should take a look at your Du Family, which was completely lost as a gambling stake by that fool. What do you have to fight with me?"
Feng Zhenyu felt even more triumphant, coldly asking: "Or does the Du Family have someone backing them?"
"The Du Family has me!"
Suddenly, a voice slowly rang out.