Chapter 181 - Interrogation (1) (1/2)

Chapter 181: Interrogation (1)

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Ji Qiu was sitting in the seat of honor in the Ji family hall. His handsome face showed traces of the pa.s.sing years. As Ji Ru’s eldest son, he was widely acknowledged to be next in line to head the family. For the past couple of years, Ji Ru’s health had declined and many Ji family matters had been handed over to Ji Qiu.

Several other people sat in the hall. Besides Ji Mubai and Ji Qingshang, a middle-aged man who looked fairly similar to Ji Qiu sat on his right. However, compared to the solemn-looking Ji Qiu, this person had a cunning look which made him unapproachable despite his handsomeness. This was Ji Ru’s second son, Ji He. An astute businessman, most of the Ji family’s commerce was handled by him.

The hall was completely silent. A smile tugged at the corner of Ji He’s mouth as his gaze swept over Ji Qiu’s face. Ji Qiu seemed entirely absorbed in quietly sipping his tea.

In a moment, the servants brought Ji Fengyan in and everyone in the hall raised their heads to look at this strange, yet familiar girl.

“Ji Fengyan greets her uncles.” Ji Fengyan walked over slowly and spoke with neither humility nor arrogance.

Ji He glanced at Ji Fengyan, a strange smile in his eyes. Ji Mubai nodded slightly at Ji Fengyan. Only Ji Qingshang made no attempt to mask her displeasure at seeing Ji Fengyan.

As the next family head, Ji Qiu slowly lifted his eyes and looked at Ji Fengyan. His grave eyes swept over Ji Fengyan and his resolute face was dignified but without anger.

“Back already?” asked Ji Qiu, his deep, steady voice as dignified as a bell or a drum.

“Yes,” said Ji Fengyan.