She Became A Downfall Noble Lady

Ye Xinyan’s face immediately fell upon hearing Madam Yin’s reasoning. She hadn’t expected that the biggest obstacle in her well-laid plans was herself. Originally, after finishing her meal, Ye Xinyan was going to take a nice nap and then contact Song Ping to decide whether or not to finalize the deal on that shop.

But the blow from Madam Yin left her unable to sleep. As she tossed and turned, Jiu Mei came in to report that Duke An had requested her presence and she was to go there immediately.

Ye Xinyan rose, full of wonder. What could the old man want? Why was he so urgent in summoning her that she wasn’t even allowed to take her nap?

Indeed, this morning’s incident had taken a heavy toll on the old master; his inability to sleep was understandable.

In the study of the outer courtyard, Duke An sat behind his desk with a sullen expression. His face didn’t lighten up at all as he watched Ye Xinyan enter and perform her courtesies. He simply waved his hand dismissively at the servants, signaling for them to leave.

Only the grandfather and granddaughter remained in the room when Duke An finally pointed to a chair beside him and said to Ye Xinyan, "Sit down and talk."

As Ye Xinyan took a seat, Duke An began without hesitation, "What plans do you have for your own marriage?"