Chapter 786 - A Fresh Change (1/2)

Translator: Atlas Studios  Editor: Atlas Studios

Wen Xinya’s revision and work had been going well, unlike things on Xia Ruya’s side.

Xia Ruya had initially planned to placate the Xia Family members before finding a chance to flee far, far away. However, she did not expect that the Xia Family had come prepared. After they left, she realized that there were some unfamiliar faces in her residential area and, after testing them several times, she deduced that they were after her.

The Xia Family actually sent their people to keep an eye on her.

Her plans to escape had been foiled, and Xia Ruya finally realized what she had to face next.

For the next few days, Old Mr. Xia and Xia Haolin continuously paid her visits and spoke to her in a calm and amicable manner. However, she turned them down repeatedly with the excuse of needing more time to consider. At last, the Xia Family grew impatient and she had no choice but to use the excuse of most of her assets being bonds and stocks. This morning, the Xia Family began to threaten her.

At this moment, she finally panicked.

After some thorough thought, Xia Ruya decided to call Jiang Ruoyin and Jiang Yuqian over to her place for some fun. However, she was afraid of arousing the Xia Family’s suspicion. Hence, she again gave it some consideration and called Xia Ruxue instead.

Jiang Ruoyin and the other two arrived at two in the afternoon.

Delighted to see them, Xia Ruya said, “I didn’t expect you guys to be here so early.”

Jiang Yuqian answered, “Ruoyin said that it had been a long time since we met each other and hence, we decided to drop by earlier and go shopping with you.”

Jiang Ruoyin held her hand and said, “I saw this piece of clothing at Pearl Mall, but I haven’t decided if I should get it or not. I’d like to take you guys there to see it so that you can give me your opinions.”

That was exactly what Xia Ruya wanted. After a moment of hesitation, she agreed smilingly. “Let’s go take a look together, then. I haven’t been shopping much lately. The weather is getting warmer and it’s time I get some clothes for summer.”

Due to the poor reputation that she had been enjoying lately, Xia Ruya had been refraining from shopping in luxurious malls and shopping districts so as to avoid running into paparazzi.

Xia Ruxue was a little hesitant and unsure of what her father and grandfather were trying to do. However, they had warned her against Xia Ruya and informed her not to wander around.

Xia Ruya noticed the icy cold look in Xia Ruxue’s eyes and held onto her hand smilingly. “Ruxue, why don’t we go shopping? You’re still wearing clothes from the previous season.”

Feeling a little enticed, Xia Ruxue said, “But…”

Xia Ruya scanned her from head to toe and interrupted. “Your necklace doesn’t seem to suit you, either. I have a nice set of jewelry that will suit you.”

Xia Ruya then turned around and headed inside the room.

Xia Ruxue’s heart began pounding rapidly. Too much had happened in the Xia Family lately and, not only had she been refraining from buying new jewelry in a long time, but Xia Haolin had also taken most of her jewelry away. Whenever she attended events and banquets, everyone would secretly mock her for having distasteful jewelry. She could not take the insults at all.

She thought that Xia Ruya would definitely have exquisite jewelry of top quality, especially since she used to be the Wen Family’s daughter.

Soon, Xia Ruya handed her a box of jewelry and said, “Ruxue, I bought this diamond necklace last year and it’s still in trend. Take a look and see if you like it.”

Xia Ruxue and Chen Linfang had always been easily tempted and hence, Xia Ruxue would definitely waver by a piece of jewelry. Besides, Xia Ruxue barely had any jewelry left now that the Xia Family was in dire straits.

Xia Ruxue opened the box agitatedly to see that it contained a diamond necklace that was of superior quality. It was clear and shiny, and obviously exorbitant.

Xia Ruxue kept her eyes fixed on the necklace.