Liu Jingyi didn't care what others thought of her; all she knew was that the most important thing right now was to cling tightly to Leng Yunting.
"Jingyi, someone from your family is here. Your mother has been waiting for you for a while; go back and see her."
Upon hearing this, the smile on Liu Jingyi's lips slowly faded.
What mother? The Original Body's mother had passed away when she was very young; that woman was just the one her father married later.
Liu Jingyi was no longer the former Liu Jingyi, foolishly believing that stepmother had her best interests at heart.
As soon as she reached the doorstep, she saw the woman dressed in a Qipao, her beautiful face streaked with tears: "Little Yi, you poor child. Yunting is so indifferent to you; how can you live like this with him? This is too much bullying!"
These words sounded like she was looking out for her.
If it were the former Liu Jingyi, she would certainly have shared the same hatred as the woman before her and fiercely condemned Leng Yunting together with her. But now, having a different soul and having read this novel, she clearly knew that the woman before her wasn't worried about her well-being at all; she wished she were doing poorly!
She wouldn't be as foolish as the Original Body!
In the book, this stepmother introduced her own daughter to Leng Yunting shortly after the Original Body divorced him, claiming that Liu Yunyun was more capable, sensible, and knew how to live life, unlike the Original Body, who had nothing but a pretty face and a good figure.
Liu Jingyi really wanted to say that she knew how to live life, thanks to what this old woman told her.
The Original Body treated this stepmother impeccably; whatever she said, she believed, and whatever she asked for, she gave, being extremely obedient. This was also because the woman acted so well.
Chen Biyu also had a very good reputation, known as an excellent stepmother.
When other stepmothers took over, they would demand things for their own children; not mistreating the stepdaughter was already considered good.
But Chen Biyu never contended for anything and treated Liu Jingyi exceptionally well, better than anyone.
Let alone outsiders, even the Original Body was very fond of her.
The daughter Chen Biyu brought along always called Liu Jianhong 'Uncle,' but Liu Jingyi had always called Chen Biyu 'Mother.' Liu Jingyi was practically raised by her, so their bond was extraordinary.
The Original Body wasn't as stupid as she appeared in the book; it was just that having been raised by Chen Biyu, she had an unusual affection for her.
However, the current Liu Jingyi was not the Original Body; she felt no affection for her. She then looked at the woman before her and said, "Leng Yunting treats me quite well; he hasn't bullied me. It was my fault for making him angry."
Chen Biyu's expression visibly shifted upon hearing this. If Liu Jingyi hadn't had a different soul, she wouldn't have noticed, but it was only for a fleeting moment. She quickly recovered and said, "Is that so? Then I must have misunderstood. I suppose Yunting wouldn't dare treat you poorly!"
Liu Jingyi was not the naive sweet girl the Original Body was, but now was not the time to completely fall out with the woman before her, especially since the things the Original Body's mother left behind were still in this woman's possession? She didn't want to let her benefit for nothing.
"Mm, I was too willful before. I will live life properly with Yunting from now on."
"What?" Chen Biyu blurted out subconsciously, then quickly regained her composure, looking at Liu Jingyi with a smile and saying, "My Jingyi isn't willful at all; she's beautiful too. Yunting should dote on you. If he ever treats you badly, just tell us, and your father and I will absolutely not stand by and do nothing."
Although Liu Jingyi disliked the person before her, she still needed to put on an act for now. She then adopted a troubled expression and said, "Leng Yunting's family currently needs some money for arrangements. He wants me to... to Go Home and borrow some money."
Chen Biyu's face turned extremely unpleasant, but only for a moment. She then looked at Liu Jingyi and said, "Jingyi, you know your father has always managed the household finances. Right now, your father is angry. Why don't you go back, soften your stance, and talk to your father properly..."
While speaking, Chen Biyu couldn't help but Secretly observe Liu Jingyi's expression, showing clear impatience, clearly still angry at Old Man Liu.
She sneered inwardly. A little girl she had spoiled rotten since childhood—could she really not control her? And she wanted her to hand over money? Impossible.
She had been truly envious of Liu Jingyi's marriage back then. After all, a family like the Leng Family was something they could never aspire to reach. Even though problems had Appeared now, they still couldn't catch up to them.
That dead girl Liu Jingyi was good in every way and listened to her about everything, except when it came to Leng Yunting, where she was completely headstrong.
Although Chen Biyu thought this way, what she said outwardly still appeared to be looking out for Liu Jingyi to others.
Liu Jingyi was tired of hearing Chen Biyu subtly sow discord every time.
"It's being rumored now that the Leng Family is in trouble. You can't foolishly focus all your attention on him, or you might be implicated. Your father is currently at a critical juncture."
These words sounded like they were for Liu Jingyi's benefit, but in reality, they were a threat.
Leng Yunting's mother was indeed the daughter of a prominent family and owned several villas in both H City and Z City.
However, in the early days, Leng Yunting's maternal grandfather had already turned over a significant amount, and some were confiscated later due to unrest. But Leng Yunting's maternal grandfather still left quite a few things for Leng Yunting's mother, which Leng Yunting had previously told the Original Body.
Even if he hadn't told the Original Body, Liu Jingyi knew that in the eyes of the Original Body, Leng Yunting was now a huge piece of fat meat.
She was not the fool she used to be; she was from modern times, and her way of thinking couldn't be compared to people of this era.
In the modern world, Leng Yunting was a perfect, flawless man. Even if he turned out poorly later, she could always raise a younger, handsome man!
No one would lose out, but one thing was certain: Leng Yunting wouldn't get rid of her in this lifetime; she was sticking to him.
After all, he was so rich and powerful. In the future, his entire family would be big shots in the military, and she herself would carve out a place in the military.
Definitely rich and powerful, and crucially, he was handsome too!
With his Conditions, even Liu Jingyi, who had lived in modern times, wouldn't dare to dream of it. Even though her family had some money, it was wealth she and her family couldn't access.
It's different now!
A man like this was now her man!
Liu Jingyi certainly had to hold onto this big thigh tightly.
Chen Biyu looked at the young girl before her but received no response. She then lost the desire to continue. In any case, her goal for today had been achieved, so she didn't want to prolong it. She then said with a smile, "Jingyi, I'll head back now. You find some time later to talk properly with your father. There are no grudges that last overnight between family members!"
Upon hearing this, Liu Jingyi immediately switched to a reluctant expression: "We'll see about that!"