Chapter 88: Forcing Open the Gates of the Su Family Villa

At that moment, faced with Ye Tianlin’s forceful demand, the Old Matriarch’s face was instantly filled with indignation, and her whole demeanor sank into bitter gloom.

To apologize in person at the hospital, and before everyone’s eyes, was simply unbearable.

It was also at this moment that the Old Matriarch finally reached her limit.

She slammed her cane down hard on the table with a thunderous crack, startling Jiang Yingxia and Zhao Shanhe so violently that both of them went rigid, their minds blanking for an instant.

"Ye Tianlin, I already said it just now. Don’t think that because you have the support of the Capital Finance Group behind you, you can put on airs in front of me!"

"At the end of the day, in my eyes, you’re still nothing but trash. If not for the status of the Young Master of the Ye family, the Capital Finance Group wouldn’t even spare you a glance!"

"None of this has ever been your own ability. What right do you have, what confidence do you have, to preen in front of me and even try to tell me what to do face to face?!"

"Because of some woman, you have damaged the interests of the Ye family. I haven’t even settled that act of betrayal with you yet!"

The Old Matriarch was furious, her expression radiating strong displeasure.

Ye Tianlin’s face darkened. As for the Old Matriarch’s many accusations, he had long since expected them; after all, she had stood high above others for so many years, and having her position shaken like this would naturally leave her out of balance.

In the end, she still had not recognized reality!

Ye Tianlin said bluntly, "Grandmother, there is one thing you must understand: right now, you have no资格 to bargain with me here."

He paused midway, then continued, "I deliberately went to so much trouble because you are my elder. I wanted a decent ending, which is why I did not tear everything apart. But if you insist on remaining hopelessly obstinate, in the end you will not even find a step down."

Hearing this, the Old Matriarch’s anger flared even more. She shot back, "If you truly regarded me as your elder, you would not have forced me to apologize in public. Otherwise, where am I supposed to put my face after this?!"

Ye Tianlin said coldly, "Su Rulan was pregnant, and not only did you slap her, but in order to seek your approval, she even knelt before you in public. If you do not understand that, so be it. But now you will not even agree to an apology? Then I’m sorry, there is nothing more to discuss."

With that, Ye Tianlin turned as if to leave.

Only then did Jiang Yingxia recover her senses. She hurriedly stretched out a hand to stop him, her voice trembling. "Tianlin, how can you force your grandmother like this? Can’t both sides take a step back?"

Ye Tianlin halted, his expression cold and severe. "I have never forced anyone. It is Grandmother who forced Su Rulan and me into this state. Take a step back? Why should I? Does Su Rulan deserve to bear this grievance? What does she owe the Ye family?!"

Seeing the situation turn grim, Zhao Shanhe also hastily tried to persuade the Old Matriarch. "Please just agree quickly. If the Young Master really leaves like this, then there will be no turning back. Do you really want this to escalate into a complete break, and let outsiders laugh at the Ye family, before you will be satisfied?"

It had to be said that Zhao Shanhe’s words had considerable effect. Mentioning the Ye family’s reputation immediately drained the Old Matriarch of her forcefulness.

The Ye family had stood for many years, and it valued its name above all else. A rupture within the direct bloodline would indeed be disgraceful if word got out.

What was more, given the present situation, if matters became irretrievable, the Ye family would inevitably suffer severe losses, its strength falling sharply. Clearly, the disadvantages far outweighed the benefits!

After a moment of hesitation, unable to withstand the weight of so many troubles, the Old Matriarch at last showed a helpless expression and gritted out, "Fine. We’ll do it your way. Once all these troubles are over, I’ll make time to go to the hospital and apologize to Su Rulan. That should satisfy you, shouldn’t it?!"

"That’s more like it. Sign this while you’re at it. I guarantee the Capital Finance Group will stop immediately."

Ye Tianlin casually placed the business contract before the Old Matriarch.

Five minutes later.

Ye Tianlin took the signed contract and left the Capital Commerce Hall smoothly.

The Old Matriarch sat in the conference room and not only failed to feel relieved, but looked even more aggrieved. She erupted in fury on the spot and hurled the table over with a sweep of her hand.

Zhao Shanhe forced himself to calm down and advised, "Old Matriarch, ending it this way is already good enough. You shouldn’t be dissatisfied. Even if the Ye family suffers a loss, it’s only for one day. It’s not a major issue."

The Old Matriarch ground her teeth and said, "How could I possibly be satisfied with this? That unfilial son has already been riding roughshod over me, and you can’t even see it? You really do speak without feeling the pain!"

Zhao Shanhe was berated into a deathly pale silence and immediately shut his mouth.

Jiang Yingxia steeled herself, patted the Old Matriarch’s back, and said, "Please calm down. It’s not good for your health. At your age, if anything were to happen, the Ye family would be left without a leader. Tianlin was simply deceived by Su Rulan. As for the matter of apologizing in person, we can always delay it for now. There’s no need to rush."

The Old Matriarch snorted coldly. "That bastard Ye Tianlin is relying on the Capital Finance Group behind him. But it’s a pity that the Capital Finance Group can help him for a while, not for a lifetime. I never intended to compromise just like this."

...

On the other side.

After leaving the Capital Commerce Hall, Ye Tianlin did not return directly to the Cloud Sea Commerce Hall. Instead, he went to the long-unvisited Su family villa.

At this moment, because Old Master Su was in the hospital, the Su family villa stood empty, its gates locked tight.

As for Uncle Su Zhengjun, he was probably at the Su family company at this time. Someone still had to manage things; the company could not simply be abandoned.

Standing before the Su family villa, Ye Tianlin did not hesitate. He immediately called Shen Wanjun and had him send over more than a dozen vehicles, which then rammed straight through the villa gate.

After that, he went directly into the basement, forced the locks open, and had all the betrothal gifts carried out in their entirety. He then sent people to transport them to the Azure Water Bay villa, planning to create a new surprise after Su Rulan was discharged from the hospital.

Only after finishing all this did Ye Tianlin drive back to the hospital, intending to see whether Su Rulan was feeling any better.

Yet before he even reached the ward, he saw Old Master Su and the others inside, all wearing smug, self-satisfied expressions.

"Su Rulan, your grandfather is turning eighty soon. You must definitely come!" Su Yicai said with pointed sarcasm.

Su Yixue was even more self-important, her face brimming with smugness. "Oh dear, we’re about to move into the Azure Water Bay villa. I wonder whether we’ll get used to it. After all, it’s the most expensive place in Jiangnan!"

Old Master Su laughed so hard his beard trembled, saying delightedly, "I truly wonder what kind of grand gift the Young Master of the Ye family will give me on my eightieth birthday!"

Su Weimin and Gao Yulan stood by, listening with great discomfort, hearts seething with resentment, yet they did not dare to drive the visitors out by force.

As for Su Rulan, she sat weakly on the hospital bed, looking as though she wanted to say something, yet lacking even the strength to speak. Her lips were bloodless.

"The Ye family has tested us for so long. I imagine that by the time of your grandfather’s eightieth birthday, the results will finally be out. Su Rulan, just wait and see. Watch me marry into wealth!" Su Yixue wore an air of self-satisfied cleverness, as though afraid no one would notice.

Standing outside the door, Ye Tianlin could see their vile expressions clearly. Then he pushed the door open and entered, taking out the key card for the Azure Water Bay villa and letting it flicker in his hand.

"Is this the villa you’re planning to move into?"