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"Madam, you wanted to see me?"

Xia Ying smiled gently and slowly straightened her clothes, remaining calm and composed in the face of Madam Ji's scrutinizing gaze.

Madam Ji was displeased with Arthur's attitude towards Xia Ying, but dared not vent her anger on Arthur, so she blamed everything on Xia Ying.

But thinking of something else made her even more worried.

Song Wanning is back. The woman who broke her son's heart and left has returned!

When Madam Ji learned that Ji Beiwang wanted to marry Song Wanning instead of Xia Ying, she was the first to disagree. She disliked that vain woman who liked to lie.

Unable to resist Ji Beiwang's insistence, she set her sights on Xia Ying.

"Xiao Ying, has Bei Wang mentioned marriage?"

"Madam, my brother-in-law... he probably has other ideas."

Xia Ying spoke softly and weakly, sounding exactly like someone deeply hurt in love. Madam Ji immediately realized what she meant and asked, "You've seen that woman, Song Wanning?"

"No..." Xia Ying's eyes darted away, which Madam Ji interpreted as a sign of guilt.

"Xiao Ying, Bei Wang has always loved you. You two are about to get your marriage certificate. Are you really willing to let him be taken away from you? Xiao Ying, I'm on your side."

Xia Ying sneered inwardly upon hearing this; Madam Ji was truly cunning. Just like in the original storyline, Madam Ji disagreed with Song Wanning entering the Ji family, so she took Xia Ying to cause trouble.

In reality, they were just using Xia Ying as a pawn.

In the end, it was Xia Ying who got hurt, while Madam Ji and her son's family were all happy and harmonious again.

When facing outsiders, say that Xia Ying has been raised by the Ji family for so many years, but I never expected her to be so restless, to fall for Ji Bei, and even to lay a hand on Song Wanning. It's truly disheartening.

Then they could comfortably squander her inheritance.

"Madam—" Xia Ying interrupted Madam Ji's incessant instigation with a firm and powerful voice, straightening her back and looking calm and confident.

"Since my uncle likes it, I'll wish them well. I don't want to be a third party in their relationship."

Her attitude was clearly something Madam Ji had not anticipated.

"Haven't you always hoped to marry Bei Wang? If you don't try to win him back now, how will you get him to change his mind?"

"Madam has probably heard the saying, 'A forced marriage is never sweet.' I don't like to put others in a difficult position, and besides, I don't want a man who likes someone else."

Throughout this time, Xia Ying's eyes shone brightly as she stared into Madam Ji's eyes; her earlier fear and timidity had long since vanished.

She hit the nail on the head: "If Madam doesn't want Miss Song to be your daughter-in-law, she should talk to her uncle. What's the use of talking to me?"

"How dare you!" Madam Ji slammed her hand on the table in anger. She had always been the elder and the one in a superior position. In her eyes, Xia Ying was nothing more than a kitten that she could manipulate at will.

Now that the cat has not only broken free of its collar but has also shown its claws, how can she accept this!

"Xia Ying, don't forget who raised you. Our Ji family has been kind to you. You'd better listen to me, or I'll make sure you can't survive in Beijing!"

Madam Ji's chest heaved violently with anger, her face contorted in a terrifying grimace, a stark contrast to Xia Ying's calm and collected demeanor.

She slightly raised her eyes and said leisurely, "Madam Ji, have you forgotten me? All my assets are in my uncle's hands. Didn't you make a fortune developing tourism projects on that piece of land in the south of the city?"

Madam Ji's eyes widened suddenly, her voice trembling: "How do you know... Bei Wang told you... Impossible!"

"When I was 17, I signed quite a few contracts, including one for the transfer of land. I may be young, but I'm not stupid. How could my wife be so sure I don't understand?"

I think the value of this land is quite reasonable, considering the eight years of nurturing the Ji family has given us. Please, Madam, don't mention any nurturing debt."

Madam Ji clutched her chest, clearly furious.

She pointed at Xia Ying, wanting to curse, but she held it back to protect her image.

"Madam, the Ji family hasn't suffered any losses. Judging from the annual financial data released by the Ji family, the land development investment projects alone amount to at least several billion."

"Don't worry, I won't pursue this matter. Right now, all I want is to transfer my household registration out. Severing ties with the Ji family will still be a win-win situation for you."

"Impossible!" Madam Ji objected without the slightest hesitation. She would never let Xia Ying leave.

It wasn't just about confronting Song Wanning, but also about securing Xia Ying's assets. With her assets included, the Ji family would be even more qualified to cooperate with Arthur and expand into the European and American markets.

"Madam, this is not a request, it is a notification. I am now an adult, and I believe I have the right to decide my own future."

Upon hearing this, Madam Ji suddenly laughed, her gaze towards Xia Ying filled with contempt and disdain.

"You're still too young. Xiaoying, the Ji family is a prestigious family in Beijing. It's laughable that you think you can stand up to them all by yourself."

Mrs. Ji picked up the intercom and called the housekeeper.

"Find a few people and take Miss Xia to the Nanshan Villa. Remember, none of the servants are allowed to speak to or have contact with her."

"Madam, you can't do this!" Xia Ying feigned anger and stood up, but was grabbed by the arms by two bodyguards and couldn't break free at all.

Madam Ji felt a little better and waved her hand, saying, "Go ahead, and come back soon."

"Yes, madam."

Xia Ying struggled until she was tired of acting and then calmed down a little.

The butler, sitting in the passenger seat, advised, "Miss Xia, you'd better listen to Madam. I'm sure she'll be able to bring you back soon. Nanshan Villa isn't a place for humans to live; it's in the middle of nowhere, and I've heard it's even a haunted house."

Xia Ying ignored him, instead thinking about the plot. The Nanshan Villa was also where Ji Beiwang imprisoned the original owner in the later stages of the story; it was indeed eerie and quiet, devoid of any human presence—that was the most terrifying part.

Thinking of this, Xia Ying became somewhat excited, considering the possibility of pretending to be a ghost to scare Madam Ji and Ji Beiwang.

The driver parked the car halfway up the mountain. Xia Ying, escorted by two bodyguards, followed behind the butler along a rugged path surrounded by dense forest.

Passing through the dense forest, you will see a villa, white and gray in color, exuding a cold and eerie atmosphere.

There were only a few resident servants in the villa. After hearing the housekeeper's request, they got to work.

Xia Ying was pushed into a room, the door of which was locked from the outside, completely trapping her inside.

"The environment here is quite nice, very green." Xia Ying strolled around and was quite satisfied with her temporary accommodation.

The room has a large window with a view of the outside scenery.

But as darkness fell, the branches outside swayed like demonic claws, creating a terrifying and sinister atmosphere.

Furthermore, Xia Ying's lack of any electronic devices, with all her senses focused on sight and hearing, further enhanced the terrifying atmosphere.

Xia Ying immediately drew the curtains, somewhat regretting her decision today.

"Knock knock knock—"

The window was being knocked on, and this was on the fourth floor!

Xia Ying immediately became alert. She picked up the feather duster next to her and slowly walked over.

Just then, someone spoke from outside the window: "Xia, it's me."

It's Arthur! Xia Ying immediately went forward and pulled back the curtains, seeing Arthur hanging from a rope.

After Arthur entered safely, he saw the slender Xia Ying, pulled her into his arms, and pressed his forehead against hers.

"Don't be afraid, baby, I'm here."

Arthur spent the whole day investigating how much of Xia Ying's assets Ji Beiwang had, trying to find a way to get them back.

During this time, he also discovered the shady dealings involved in the land deal.

In his anger, Arthur had already devised a plan to indirectly reclaim the land through cooperation.

He found the top law firm in Beijing and hired them to handle the case.

Finally, they also obtained Xia Ying's passport and visa to prepare for going abroad.

When he finished everything and returned to the Ji family home, wanting to snuggle up with his beloved wife, she was nowhere to be found.

Having finally found the Nanshan Villa, and seeing the surroundings, he really wanted to raze the Ji family to the ground.

Xia Ying's eyes crinkled with joy. She nuzzled his nose against her own, smiling as she said, "I was almost scared to death just now, thank goodness you came. Arthur, it's so good to have you here, I'm so happy."

Arthur held her close, gently stroking her long hair. His sharp gaze was fixed on the window, his voice gentle yet firm.

"Xia, you still have me. I will help you take back everything that belongs to you. I will make those who bullied you pay the price."