Chapter 434 - Chapter 434: Chapter Four Hundred and Forty-One: Thrown at the Doorstep (1/2)
Chapter 434: Chapter Four Hundred and Forty-One: Thrown at the Doorstep
“It’s you?!” Han Yu frowned when he suddenly saw Chen Li pop up in front of him, clearly unappreciative of her presence. This woman was just too uninhibited; a woman hopping and jumping in public made quite an unseemly picture. Importantly, her unrestraint lacked any charm, unlike his daughter-in-law, Su Wenyue, who was adorable whether she was calm, playful, or even angry and petulant, always bringing joy to his heart and making him want to cherish her deeply. (Mr. Han, you’re getting sidetracked.)
Though Chen Li knew that Han Yu wasn’t fond of her, his overly evident reaction still grated on her nerves, “So what if it’s me? I may not be as beautiful as your wife, who’s a rare beauty, but I’m not so unsightly as to deserve that look of distaste. Whom are you trying to impress with that scowl? I don’t understand how such a sweet and charming sister like your wife could ever fancy you!”
By now, Chen Li had lost interest in Han Yu. Through his dealings with Liu Xiu, she had come to realize that Han Yu was a good man. It was precisely for this reason that she eliminated any thoughts about him. Such a man would only be wholeheartedly devoted to his wife and was beyond her aspirations. Chen Li wasn’t completely lacking self-awareness. After the situation involving Liu Xiu and Yin Lihua’s engagement, she grew considerably, which also changed her perspective on Han Yu and Su Wenyue.
Today, compared to Liu Xiu’s gentle composure, Chen Li actually appreciated Han Yu’s straightforwardness more; if he didn’t like something, he made it immediately clear. No dawdling or ambiguity—that was the sign of a truly good character. Even though she viewed Han Yu favorably, the words that came out of Chen Li’s mouth were far from cordial, mainly due to Han Yu’s own unbearable attitude, preventing her from showing any semblance of amiability.
Seeing that Chen Li acknowledged she wasn’t as pretty as Su Wenyue and even praised his wife, Han Yu thought that despite her many faults, this woman did have some self-awareness. His expression softened a bit; but then he heard her imply he wasn’t worthy of his wife and his face soured again. This woman really was consistently irritating.
“Speak your business quickly or leave at once,” Han Yu said coldly. He had been about to throw her out, but because Chen Li had previously sent someone to notify him, he refrained, though his tolerance was reaching its limit.
Having some understanding of Han Yu, Chen Li knew she had to state her purpose quickly, or this man would surely drive her away. With him, she found no so-called chivalry, not the slightest trace of pity for the fair sex.
“Alright, alright, I’ll get to the point. I came here today for a serious matter; it’s about the Marquis Beian Mansion,” Chen Li hurriedly said, criticizing herself for foolishly coming here to give a friendly warning, only to be treated so poorly.
“Speak!” Han Yu’s expression changed slightly when Chen Li mentioned the Marquis Beian Mansion.
The tone of Han Yu’s unquestioning command irritated Chen Li beyond measure. She wasn’t one of his soldiers to be ordered around—and what kind of man was he?