PFC Chapter 726 He hesitates to speak
Chapter 726 He hesitates to speak
On the second floor of the Ou family mansion, in the banquet hall brightly lit by crystal chandeliers, important figures from different circles at home and abroad gathered.
In particular, the four major families in China also gathered here to raise their glasses and celebrate Ou Hongxin's 70th birthday.
At this moment, Ye Yingran squeezed through the crowd and finally appeared before Old Master Ou could unpack the gifts she and Ou Dehui had given her.
She was about to tell Ou Dehui about Ou Jinghuan's girlfriend when Xie Ruxue, who had accidentally sprained her ankle, pushed her, almost embarrassing herself in front of everyone.
Although the smiling tiger Ou Dehui was displeased, his consistent image in the Ou family was that of a "good guy".
Playing the role of a kind person, he often smiled in front of the younger generation and did not show any anger towards Xie Ruxue and the others.
Although he felt very ashamed, he could only warn his wife, Ye Yingran, with his eyes, telling her to control her family's foolish behavior of always causing trouble.
Ye Yingran also felt that Xie Ruxue had embarrassed her, but the persona she had cultivated before was that of a gentle and generous person.
She noticed that many powerful and influential people around her were looking at her, and she realized that she had to maintain a perfect image.
So she smiled and forgave Xie Ruxue's rash behavior, and then reminded Xie Ruxue to be mindful of the occasion, just like a normal aunt.
Afterwards, Ye Yingran felt that she hadn't shown enough affection. She acted as if she were very concerned about her niece and asked:
"Ru Xue, are you alright? Are your new shoes not fitting properly? Why didn't you tell me sooner!"
If the shoes don't fit, don't wear them anymore. Look, they've rubbed your beautiful heels raw.
I remember your shoe size is the same as mine. Your aunt has prepared a few new pairs of shoes. Just pick any pair you like, and they'll be a gift from your aunt!
Ye Yingran almost fell because of Xie Ruxue, but she was very generous and offered to give Xie Ruxue new shoes.
This prompted those around them to quietly praise Ye Yingran for her generosity and poise as an elder.
Upon hearing this, Xie Ruxue and Ye Yanzhi did not truly relax, as Ye Yingran's warning look was still fresh in their minds.
Moreover, Ye Yingran was clearly still angry about what happened with Li Chuyue and had not forgiven them.
So they knew that Ye Yingran was only pretending to be fine because outsiders were present, which made them still nervous.
However, prompted by Ye Yanzhi's gaze, Xie Ruxue smiled and cooperated with Ye Yingran, expressing her gratitude:
"Thank you... thank you, Auntie."
At this moment, Ye Yingran breathed a sigh of relief when she saw that the situation was under control and everyone's attention had returned to Old Master Ou.
She stood next to Ou Dehui again, pretending to be calm and composed, waiting for the right opportunity to whisper something to him.
Just as she glanced around and felt the time was right, she whispered to Ou Dehui:
"Husband, Ou Jinghuan's daughter..."
"Second daughter-in-law, come here!"
Suddenly, Ye Yingran, who had just spoken a few words, was interrupted by Ou Hongxin, who was sitting in the main seat.
At this moment, Ou Hongxin, who had been coaxed by Ou Dechu for a long time and was smiling happily, raised his hand to signal Ye Yingran to come over.
In fact, Ou Hongxin noticed Ye Yingran the moment she suddenly jumped out.
Ou Hongxin realized that it had taken too long to unwrap his eldest son's gift and assumed that Ye Yingran was getting impatient.
So, ignoring Ou Dechu who was still trying to flatter him, he called Ye Yingran over and said with a smile:
"Come on! Bring over the gifts you gave us."
Upon hearing this, Ye Yingran was taken aback. She had only said a few words when she looked at Ou Dehui with a troubled expression, as if she wanted to say something but stopped herself.
Seeing Ye Yingran still standing there staring blankly at him, Ou Dehui immediately became anxious and urged her in a low voice:
"We'll talk about Ou Jinghuan later! Dad's calling you now! Hurry up and go!"
And one more thing! Don't forget to tell me how hard I went to get that gift!
Upon hearing this, Ye Yingran looked at Ou Dehui, who had been racking his brains trying to find out who Ou Jinghuan's girlfriend was, and felt extremely anxious.
Finally, before everyone could start to feel something was off, she reluctantly shut her mouth.
Then, she quickly put on her usual very proper smile and found the gifts she and Ou Dehui had given each other among the pile of gifts.
Ye Yingran carried the gift and walked towards Ou Hongxin, but when she got to Ou Dechu's side, her way forward was blocked.
She smiled and glanced at Ou Dechu, who refused to leave, and gently reminded him:
"Big brother, please move aside, I need to take Dad's birthday gift to him~"
Upon hearing this, Ou Dechu frowned, glancing sideways at Ye Yingran, who had interrupted his attempt to cheer up the old man, his face showing displeasure.
This year, when Mr. Ou De attended the old man's birthday banquet, he specially prepared an expensive birthday gift that the old man liked, along with a bunch of blessings.
He also had to go to great lengths to get the opportunity to set up this year's birthday banquet.
Everything he did was to make the old man happy and confused when he opened the gifts.
Then, Ou Dechu took the opportunity to express his desire to return to Hongxin Group and his original job.
He hoped the old man could see that he had reformed himself and was working hard to improve himself, and he hoped to get rid of the Ou family's increasingly marginalized status.
But Ye Yingran's sudden outburst, whether intentional or not, ruined his plan.
In particular, after being ignored by many guests, Ou Dechu became extremely sensitive.
Therefore, he believed that his sister-in-law, Ye Yingran, was worried that his return to the company would squeeze out his brother Ou Dehui's resources and status.
The more he thought about it, the more reasonable it seemed. Coupled with Ye Yingran's smiling face as she walked over, he concluded that the accident just now was not an accident at all.
It was actually a play staged by Ye Yingran, her sister, and her niece, to deliberately interrupt him.
Thinking of this, Ou Dechu became even angrier. His face darkened, and he looked at Ye Yingran with a particularly serious expression, whispering a reminder:
"Yingran, I'm letting it go because you're my brother's wife!"
But don't push your luck! Otherwise... I'll have to have a serious talk with Ou Dehui about what you've done wrong!"
Hearing this, Ye Yingran was a little confused, but Ou Dechu's warning almost made her burst out laughing.
She sneered inwardly, thinking that Ou Dechu was a complete idiot, not even realizing he had been harmed by his trusted younger brother.
Finally, suppressing a laugh, she feigned innocence and fear, and replied:
"Brother, I really don't know what you're talking about. It was Dad who called me just now."
"Did I...do something to upset you? Brother, just tell me directly, don't go looking for Dehui, I'll listen carefully to your wife!"
Seeing that Ye Yingran treated him with great respect and fear as her elder brother, Ou Dechu felt a little better.
He thought to himself that his younger brother and sister-in-law had always respected him, so they probably wouldn't look down on him like the others.
Thinking he might have misunderstood Ye Yingran, his expression softened.
However, with his plan thwarted, Ou Dechu remained in a bad mood, his tone indifferent as he spoke softly:
"Okay, go ahead, and while you're at it, put in a good word for me."