blogombal Chapter 1176: I Don't Want You to Say You're Wronged
Chapter 1176: I Don't Want You to Say You're Wronged
Lin Yuqing nodded and smiled at Xiao Jincheng, then said kindly, "Grandpa."
"Don't call me grandpa, I don't have a granddaughter-in-law as audacious as you!"
When Xiao Mingyang saw Xiao Jincheng speak to Yuqing in such a harsh tone, his stubborn temper flared up. He grabbed Lin Yuqing's hand and said unhappily, "It's just a malicious frame-up by a competitor. Does Grandpa have to be so harsh on Yuqing?"
"Criticize?! Hmph, go look at how badly the company's stock has plummeted! Why don't you ask those shareholders why they're criticizing your Yuqing!"
Xiao Mingyang could tell that Xiao Jincheng was truly angry; his face was pale with a hint of red, and he spoke through gritted teeth. If he hadn't been there, he really didn't know what Xiao Jincheng would have done to Yuqing.
Thinking of this, Xiao Mingyang gripped Lin Yuqing's hand tightly, deciding to send more people to protect her and not give Xiao Jincheng any opportunity to make trouble.
Turning to look at Xiao Mingyang beside her, Lin Yuqing felt she should say something, because she knew Xiao Mingyang was more silent when he was angry. This kind of theatrics would definitely give Xiao Jincheng something to use against him, making Xiao Mingyang's mood even worse, and who knew what irrational things he might do next.
But as soon as Lin Yuqing opened her mouth, Xiao Jincheng glared at her and roared, "Shut up! I don't want to hear your voice right now!"
That one sentence successfully extinguished Xiao Mingyang's last shred of reason. He looked at Xiao Jincheng with a cold smile and retorted, "What right do you have to tell Yuqing to shut up?!"
Staring at Xiao Mingyang in disbelief, Xiao Jincheng asked in a trembling voice, "What did you say?!"
Taking two steps forward, Xiao Mingyang looked down at Xiao Jincheng and said in a chilling voice, "Now, I am the acting president of the company, and my decisions are my business. Grandpa is now interfering with my work, so please leave now!"
Xiao Jincheng never imagined that he would be kicked out of the place where he had worked his whole life! This almost drove Xiao Jincheng crazy with anger, and he pointed at Xiao Mingyang and started cursing.
No matter how much Xiao Jincheng cursed, Xiao Mingyang remained unmoved, as if the words were just air passing by his ears.
Sitting in his wheelchair, panting heavily, Xiao Jincheng sadly realized that he couldn't do anything about Xiao Mingyang! But he was unwilling to be ignored, so he turned his attention to Lin Yuqing.
If it weren't for this woman, Xiao Mingyang would never have rebelled against him like this. Lin Yuqing deserves to die! Even if Lilith is inferior to this woman, Joanna surpasses Lin Yuqing in every way. Why is Xiao Mingyang still so stubborn? Missing this opportunity is not only a loss for Xiao Mingyang, but also a loss for the entire company!
Turning her head slightly, Lin Yuqing didn't meet Xiao Jincheng's gaze, but she could still sense the hostility in his eyes. She silently told herself that no matter what Xiao Jincheng said, she shouldn't take it to heart; with Mingyang there, he would handle everything.
But after Xiao Jincheng spoke, Lin Yuqing found it really hard not to listen to him.
"Do you know how many scornful looks Xuan'er has endured because of Lin Yuqing's indiscretions? The rumors circulating outside are horrible. Even if Xuan'er isn't allowed to make contact, he's so smart, he'll definitely hear some of it. As a mother, not only have you failed to protect your child, but you've also tarnished his perfect life. You're a truly failed mother!"
Lin Yuqing's face turned pale, she bit her lip, feeling heartbroken and guilty.
"When I left home, there were already reporters lying in wait outside, ready to dig up more 'juicy scoops,' so you shouldn't go home for a while. You should stay out here and avoid the limelight."
"If Yuqing doesn't go back, then I won't go back either!" Xiao Mingyang hugged Lin Yuqing tightly, looking at Xiao Jincheng with a look of shared hatred.
Xiao Jincheng's original intention was to send Lin Yuqing away, then invite Joanna to his home as a guest, and incidentally, to bring him and Xiao Mingyang together. He also guessed that Xiao Mingyang would leave with Lin Yuqing, and said slowly, "I'm doing this just to prevent outsiders from finding Yuqing. Gradually, this matter will be forgotten, and then you can bring her back."
Xiao Mingyang didn't believe Xiao Jincheng would have such good intentions. He sneered and asked, "According to Grandpa's plan, is it still possible for me to bring Yuqing back?"
Xiao Jincheng's face darkened, and he said coldly, "What kind of attitude is this!"
"No matter what attitude I take, I just hope Grandpa won't treat us like fools and make a fool of us!"
Seeing Xiao Mingyang's firm attitude, Xiao Jincheng softened his tone, looking earnest and pained, and said, "I did this for your own good! You are still too young and have no experience in dealing with such things."
Looking up coldly at Xiao Jincheng, who had a friendly demeanor, Xiao Mingyang made no attempt to hide his sarcasm and retorted, "Whether it's for us or for you, only you know the answer."
Xiao Jincheng knew that Xiao Mingyang was a tough nut to crack and difficult to persuade, so he turned his gaze to Lin Yuqing and said in a firm tone, "Lin Yuqing, you've already made a mistake once. Now you have a chance to make amends. Are you going to give up? That would be incredibly selfish of you!"
"I..." Under Xiao Jincheng's cold and sharp gaze, Lin Yuqing bravely raised her head, her eyes resolute, and said, "I haven't done anything wrong, so why should I run away? If I really do as Grandpa asks, it will only make people think I'm guilty, as if I really betrayed Mingyang. In that case, it would be even harder to clear my name. Like you said, even for Xuan'er's sake, I must investigate this matter thoroughly and not give anyone a chance to slander me and my family!"
Xiao Jincheng was surprised that Lin Yuqing had changed from her usual gentleness to be unusually determined, which made him so angry that he was speechless.
Pointing at Lin Yuqing, Xiao Jincheng frowned and angrily rebuked, "Fine, very well, you're playing with the future of the Xiao family! I'd like to see what kind of mess you've got up to!"
His hurried tone made Xiao Jincheng gasp for breath, coughing repeatedly. Xiao Mingyang, having lost his patience, frowned and said, "Alright, I'll handle this. Grandpa, you don't need to worry! We'll let you know when there's a result. When you're free, just stay home and rest!"
Xiao Jincheng seemed genuinely unwell. He glanced at Xiao Mingyang and said weakly, "I hope you succeed!" Then, he waved his hand, signaling his attendant to push him away. As Xiao Jincheng's figure disappeared behind the door, Lin Yuqing looked at Xiao Mingyang and asked, "Mingyang, do you think this matter might be related to Grandpa?"