Chapter 473 - 150 Joy Together_3
Jiang Li noticed that Jiang Yuyan, who rarely looked up while speaking, was frequently glancing at Ye Shijie today. Although her glances were discreet, Jiang Li still caught them.
Jiang Li thoughtfully looked towards Ye Shijie.
Ye Shijie was naturally handsome and spirited, and at his age, he was in his prime. Although he was only an Assistant Minister of Revenue, it was said that the emperor liked him a lot, and he had many opportunities to rise higher in the future.
Such a young man was sure to be liked by many girls. However... if Jiang Yuyan really did fall for Ye Shijie, it would be impossible. First, the Ye Family would definitely not enter into a marital relationship with the Jiang Family again; they had already suffered a loss with one daughter and would not risk a grandson. Second, Madam Jiang the Elder would not agree, since Jiang Yuyan was just the daughter of an illegitimate son. Third, and most importantly, Jiang Li did not see a single trace of affection in Ye Shijie’s eyes for Jiang Yuyan.
If Ye Shijie had no intention towards Jiang Yuyan, then this matter would never come to fruition, no matter what.
Perhaps because she had been gazing at Ye Shijie with too much intensity, he felt it and looked up, his eyes meeting Jiang Li’s by chance. He was momentarily startled. Jiang Li smiled and lowered her head to continue eating. However, their brief eye contact was noticed by others.
Jiang Yuanbai slightly furrowed his brows, Ye Mingyu felt a surge of happiness, and Jiang Yuyan’s expression turned dismal in an instant.
Jiang Youyao said, "Second Sister and Cousin Ye seem very close; it’s truly enviable. Having to meet each other every three days, it’s clear there are sincere feelings."
"Third girl," Madam Jiang the Elder calmly said, "if you’re not feeling well, the maids can help you back."
Jiang Youyao stared in disbelief at Madam Jiang the Elder. It was one thing in private, but even in front of guests, Madam Jiang the Elder was so unfeeling! She couldn’t stand how Jiang Li, Jiang Yuanbai, and the old madam were flattering Ye Shijie, leading others to believe he was someone incredibly important. He was merely a merchant’s son who had luckily become a minor official and now put on high airs.
Enraged to the extreme, she slammed down her chopsticks, and all her frustrations came bursting out. "Youyao is indeed feeling unwell; I will not accompany you any further. I’ll go back first!" she said petulantly, letting her maid escort her back to her room.