The old lady frowned repeatedly, looking at Father Cheng with a look of extreme disappointment. She was so angry that she couldn't even squeeze out a single word.
The atmosphere became obviously oppressive. Even the passing wind seemed to carry a hint of gunpowder.
Just then, something unexpected happened. Cheng Xiran replied with a beaming smile, "Grandmother, I think Father is right. My stepmother has at least raised me. If it weren't for her, I wouldn't be who I am today. So I think Father has his own reasons for doing this, and it's also what my stepmother deserves."
"I know Grandmother pities me for losing my mother at a young age, but Xiran is also a sensible girl. Besides, this is a happy occasion. Grandmother, rest assured. Xiran can tell right from wrong."
Everyone present stared at her in surprise. Cheng Xiran pretended to be shy and said, "Grandmother, Father, why are you looking at me like this? Every word I said comes from the bottom of my heart. There's not a single false word."
As she spoke, she even pretended to bow gracefully.
After a while, the old lady stepped forward with a look of great pity and helped her up. Sighing with regret, she said, "It's a pity. If your birth mother knew you've grown into such a graceful young lady, she would surely be proud of you."
Cheng Xiran just smiled, but Father Cheng's expression was so unfathomable that it was impossible to tell what he was thinking. It was even a bit terrifying.
The old lady compromised. "Since Xiran has said so, I'll agree. Although this is a happy occasion, we shouldn't make a big fuss about it. You should know the stakes."
Father Cheng was naturally grateful. At the same time, he felt a little relieved in his heart. He had managed to appease Lady Liu.
"Son understands. I'll just choose an auspicious day and invite some close relatives over for a simple meal."
The old lady nodded in agreement. "Then it's settled. I'm tired. I'll go back to my room to rest."
Nanny Jin stepped forward to support her and they left, leaving only Cheng Xiran and Father Cheng behind.
She originally thought Father Cheng would scold or berate her, but to her surprise, Father Cheng just let out a cold snort, then flicked his sleeves and left without saying a word.
She suddenly felt a sense of relief in her heart. She thought it was either because she was lucky or just by chance that she got such an outcome. She had even planned how to act next. What she didn't know was that all this was thanks to Helian Duo.
With Helian Duo's guarantee, Prime Minister Cheng naturally didn't dare to act rashly.
Cheng Xiran skipped back to her own courtyard with a spring in her step. Actually, she had already thought of a countermeasure on the way. However, there was only one person who could help her with this matter... She had to go and see that person, otherwise, it would be hard to make things right.
Yun'er was feeding Zhuque the medicinal soup.
Cheng Xiran knew Zhuque was afraid of the bitter taste, so she picked out two of the sweetest candies from the box Xue Lianyu had given her yesterday and gave them to her. "Promise me you'll only eat them after you finish the medicine... Drink all the medicine up. Only then will you get better soon."
Zhuque wanted to bow, but Cheng Xiran stopped her. "Come on, I've put a lot of effort into this. If you want to repay me, get well soon. We've got a good show to watch next."
Seeing her excited face, Yun'er was also infected and started to laugh. "Miss looked so sad before. Why are you so happy now? Logically speaking, you should be sad at this moment."
"They don't deserve it!" Cheng Xiran mumbled dismissively.