Originally, Qiu Ruoxi wasn't very talkative, and now even if she's being isolated, she doesn't really feel anything. Moreover, she knows there's internal conflict within the Qin family, especially targeting Ye Xunhuan.
Being treated this way now is somewhat understandable.
And Ye Xunhuan couldn't care less; after all, there aren't many people he's familiar with in the Qin family. You ignore me, I ignore you!
Works out for me, getting some peace and quiet.
There aren't many direct members in the Qin family, just Qin Shuheng, Qin Shujie, and Qin Shuheng along with the late Qin Fenghuang, and of course, the people of Ye Xunhuan's generation.
As for the others, they are some of Qin Pojun's nephews and such, considered side branches.
Though it's Mid-Autumn Festival now, the atmosphere in the Qin family is just like celebrating the New Year. Almost everyone from the Qin family is here, gathered together, chatting and laughing in groups.
Ye Xunhuan and Qiu Ruoxi were sitting to the side, having a chat as a couple, but it was all trivial conversation.
At this moment, a gentle voice sounded in Ye Xunhuan and Qiu Ruoxi's ears.
"Xunhuan, is this your wife Ruoxi?"
The next moment, they saw a tall, voluptuous, fair-skinned, and stunning woman come into their view.
Ye Xunhuan's face slowly revealed a smile as he saw this woman: "Ruoxi, this is Aunt-in-law. You've met Uncle."
Upon hearing Ye Xunhuan's introduction, Qiu Ruoxi politely called out, "Aunt-in-law…"
Huo Zhongwei's gentle smile grew more intense after hearing Qiu Ruoxi call her Aunt-in-law, and her eyes, full of charm, continuously scanned Qiu Ruoxi.
"This child is so beautiful, just like a fairy. Big sister truly has an eye for this." Huo Zhongwei complimented generously.
Qiu Ruoxi's pretty face blushed slightly, and she said somewhat embarrassed, "Aunt-in-law, you're the real fairy!"
"This child has such a sweet mouth!" Huo Zhongwei looked at Qiu Ruoxi with great affection.
"Aunt-in-law, it's not just sweet talk. My wife is being truthful! Look, you're forty, right? If you and my wife go out together, no one would believe Ruoxi is your niece-in-law. People would think you two are sisters!" Ye Xunhuan said seriously: "If I'm there with you and you take my arm, some might even think you're my wife and Ruoxi is a little sweetheart!"
"Are you teasing me?" Huo Zhongwei gave Ye Xunhuan a playful glare.
Even though she gave Ye Xunhuan a glare, Huo Zhongwei was truly filled with happiness inside.
No woman in this world doesn't like to be told she's young and beautiful, even knowing it's not true, they still like to hear it.
Or why else do they say people are so hypocritical?
"I'm being honest!" Ye Xunhuan said, straight-faced: "Shall we try going out together some day…"
"Aren't you afraid your uncle will beat you up when he comes back!"
"He wouldn't bear to do that!"
"You, you!" Huo Zhongwei shook her head in helplessness, looking like she didn't know what to do with Ye Xunhuan: "No wonder Mengmeng likes you so much, this kid really knows how to talk."
"I really am just speaking the truth!"
Looking at Ye Xunhuan's innocent and serious face, Huo Zhongwei chuckled bitterly: "Alright, stop bantering with me, aren't you afraid your wife will hold you accountable later!"
"Ruoxi, you better keep an eye on Xunhuan. I heard from the big sister that this kid has had a glib tongue since he was little. You must watch out, or else he'll definitely get into trouble…"
Ye Xunhuan's face instantly turned black; this Aunt-in-law must be deliberately picking on him?
Qiu Ruoxi gave Ye Xunhuan a meaningful look, then told Huo Zhongwei, "Thanks for the reminder, Aunt-in-law."
Huo Zhongwei didn't say much more about the previous topic and quickly changed the subject: "Why are you two sitting here, not chatting with others?"
"I'm not familiar with them and wouldn't know what to say." Ye Xunhuan said softly: "And as for my identity, you're well aware, apart from you and Uncle, along with Aunt, who else would treat me kindly?"
"Rather than trying to warm up to those who don't care, I'd rather sit here and take a break!"
Upon hearing Ye Xunhuan's words, Huo Zhongwei sighed softly, her face filled with helplessness.
She understood the current situation of the Qin family and also knew how the Qin family felt about Ye Xunhuan.
Especially since that incident with the Yan family, those who already didn't think much of Ye Xunhuan found him even more disagreeable.
"Let's just ignore them then." Huo Zhongwei said softly: "Aunt-in-law will keep you company and chat."
Ye Xunhuan chuckled lightly: "Aunt-in-law, you should think about it, my presence rubs off bad luck, if you stay with me, you'll be excluded by others!"
"As if I wouldn't be excluded if I didn't stand by you!"
Huo Zhongwei is Qin Shubo's wife, in other words, since Qin Shubo is on Ye Xunhuan's side, so would Huo Zhongwei, being just a wife.
So being excluded was entirely normal.
So it turned from two people talking to three people joking around.
However, as they chatted, Ye Xunhuan found himself becoming an extra; Huo Zhongwei and Qiu Ruoxi acted as though they've known each other for ages, chatting away and their topics growing wider.
Which made Ye Xunhuan feel like he was seeing aliens, is this still the wife who used to be cold as ice, seldom smiling?
How come she's like a completely different person?
Watching Qiu Ruoxi and Huo Zhongwei enjoying their conversation, Ye Xunhuan had to remain silent, becoming a listener.
After who knows how long, a loud voice suddenly sounded in Ye Xunhuan's ear: "Idol, idol…"
Upon hearing the voice, Ye Xunhuan immediately turned towards the direction it came from, and saw a young man, decked out in a British-style outfit, with handsome features, striding quickly toward him!
The young man appeared to be about eighteen or nineteen, with a hint of arrogance, but when he looked at Ye Xunhuan, his eyes were full of admiration.
In an instant, the young man reached Ye Xunhuan's side, filled with excitement as he said: "Idol, I've finally met you again…"
"I was just wondering why I hadn't seen you, why are you so late?"
"Got caught up with a schoolgirl who insisted I accompany her to Gui Street, how could I say yes?" The young man spoke casually with Ye Xunhuan, looking very familiar: "I had to meet you first, idol!"
The young man chuckled: "Cousin, tell me, how did you take down Yan Qingdi, with which move…"
"Did it involve the Black Tiger Heart Strike, or the Dragon Tail Swipe, or…"
Ye Xunhuan couldn't help but have three black lines appear on his forehead.
"Teach me quickly, and also your racing skills, teach me too, then I can dominate Beijing, become the rising star, the leader, wave a hand and countless fangirls would come rushing…"
"Qin Haoyu, are you itching for trouble, talking about fighting, racing?"
Upon hearing this soft yet angry voice, Qin Haoyu's face changed slightly.
Looking at Huo Zhongwei next to Qiu Ruoxi, he awkwardly smiled and said: "Mom, why are you here?"