GBP Chapter 24: Forced marriage at home
Chapter 24: Forced marriage at home
Yun Yao glanced at Yun Zhengfeng sideways.
"Are you hot?"
Yun Zhengfeng wiped the sweat from his forehead.
"No...it's not very hot."
Seeing this, Yun Yao didn't bother to ask him any more questions.
Yun Zhengfeng's phone was almost worn out from all the tapping.
He brought fifty million to the auction!
He only has so much liquid cash left. How can he raise so much money in such a short time?
He was so anxious!
Yun Yao didn't care what Yun Zhengfeng was thinking.
She lost interest in the next items up for auction, including room number five, and simply leaned back in her chair and pretended to doze off.
Two hours later, the last item was finally up for auction.
"Distinguished guests, today's auction is drawing to a close. To thank everyone for coming to support us, our boss has specially brought out his treasured possessions that he has kept for many years."
As the host's voice faded, the hostess opened the box in her hand.
The box was still emitting cold air, and inside was a blue jade buckle.
It looks unremarkable.
The host stepped forward and smiled gently.
"I believe everyone thinks this jade pendant is nothing special, but after hearing its name, you probably won't be able to remain calm."
"It is—the jade pendant!"
There were discerning customers in the hall.
"This is a jade pendant from the Xuanmen legends, said to nourish the soul and have the miraculous effect of bringing the dead back to life!"
The host nodded.
"Exactly!"
Almost simultaneously, the price quote lights in all the private rooms on the second floor lit up.
These distinguished officials and dignitaries attended the auction with industry experts by their side.
As soon as the host finished speaking, the value of the jade pendant was revealed to the owner by the experts, and the bidding immediately became extremely fierce.
Upon seeing this, Yun Yao couldn't help but frown slightly.
It seems these people have good taste!
"Let me do it." Yun Yao pushed Yun Zhengfeng aside.
He quickly entered the bid price and then pressed the bid indicator.
Before Yun Zhengfeng could figure out how many numbers Yun Yao had entered, the host's price announcement rang out.
"Room number one, 100 million." The host's voice echoed through the hotel.
After the price was announced, many people chose to remain silent.
"Room number five, 110 million." The bid once again challenged the psychological limits of those in the room.
Yun Yao's brows revealed obvious impatience.
Is Su Yuchen sick?
Why are you always fighting with her for something?
After all that fighting and fighting, isn't it all just marital property?
Yun Yao had completely lost her patience and, under Yun Zhengfeng's astonished gaze, typed in another string of numbers.
"Room Number One, one billion!"
The room fell silent instantly, the bidding noise vanished without a trace.
These seasoned businessmen have been working in the industry for many years, but they have never seen such a huge price jump. Who exactly is the bidder for the No. 1 VIP room?
Not only them, but Yun Zhengfeng also felt his blood pressure was a bit high at this moment.
He was somewhat stunned by the sudden offer of one billion.
"Miss Yun Yao, are you really determined to bid on this jade pendant today?"
Yun Yao didn't even turn her head.
"nonsense!"
Yun Zhengfeng let out a long sigh of relief.
"Alright, this old man will sell everything I own today to fulfill your wish!"
As Yun Zhengfeng's voice faded, the host struck the gavel.
"Congratulations to the owner of room number one! You've acquired the jade pendant!"
Yun Yao finally breathed a sigh of relief.
But when the auction staff knocked on the door to ask Yun Yao to settle the bill, Yun Zhengfeng, who was standing next to her, reluctantly stepped forward.
"I'm sorry, please give us a little more time, we'll be right there..."
Before Yun Zhengfeng could finish speaking, a slender, fair hand reached out from beside him.
"Swipe your card."
The staff nodded and transferred the auction proceeds directly.
"payment successful!"
The staff member smiled at Yun Zhengfeng and Yun Yao.
"Gentlemen, your items will be delivered shortly. Thank you for your support of our auction."
Yun Yao waved her hand.
Throughout the entire process, Yun Zhengfeng's weathered face was filled with shock.
Is Yun Yao... that rich?
Yun Yao held the jade pendant in her hand and played with it. The icy feeling disappeared instantly when it touched Yun Yao's palm.
Yun Yao looked meaningfully at room number five, while Su Yuchen was also looking at room number one through the glass that obscured view.
Their gazes seemed to meet for a moment.
Yun Yao snorted coldly and was the first to look away.
"The bracelet is for you."
"As for that calligraphy of a beautiful woman, hang it in my bedroom."
She wants to see compliments the moment she opens her eyes!
Yun Zhengfeng had not yet recovered from the shock and simply nodded blankly.
By the time he realized what was happening, Yun Yao was already gone.
"Hey! Miss Yun Yao, wait for me!"
With the jade pendant in hand, Yun Yao had no reason to stay any longer.
Inside a VIP room on the third floor of the hotel, a man in black stood by the window, looking at the slender figure below, a slight smile playing on his lips.
"Yun Yao, it's been a long time."
The woman beside him respectfully handed him a glass of red wine.
"Master, we've successfully obtained the jade pendant. Shouldn't we start by targeting her husband next?"
The man gently swirled the wine glass, watching the bright red liquid collide with the glass, his eyes filled with bloodlust.
The next second, he smashed the wine glass in his hand directly on the woman's head.
"Since when did it become your place to make decisions for me?"
The woman's eyes were filled with fear, and she immediately knelt down.
"It was my subordinate who overstepped his authority."
A moment later, the man bent down and helped her up, his long fingers tracing her face.
"If only she were as obedient as you."
……
In the Yun family home, Yun Yao sat in front of the vanity mirror, looking at herself in the mirror, her expression slightly changing.
With the item returned to its rightful owner, she was finally free from the slumber that followed her physical demise.
This body will become her eternal vessel.
What she didn't notice was that the body in the mirror had changed from its original appearance.
Lying in bed, Yun Yao couldn't help but think about how Su Yuchen had competed with her for the auction items earlier that day.
The more I think about it, the angrier I get!
Yun Yao slapped the bed.
"That unlucky kid Su Yuchen really doesn't know how to respect his elders!"
Her murmur had barely faded.
With a "thud," the bed collapsed.
……
On the other hand, things weren't very peaceful for Su Yuchen either.
He looked at Bai Mengyan, who had suddenly appeared in his house, and his brow twitched.
"When did you come back?"
Bai Mengyan, with the air of a mistress of the house, leaned against the sofa, her long legs crossed, exuding the aura of a wealthy lady.
"Yu Chen, you're cured, why didn't you tell me right away?"
She didn't respond to his question, and Su Yuchen didn't take it to heart.
"Why didn't you finish your studies abroad? What are you doing back here?"
When Bai Mengyan saw that Su Yuchen's answer was irrelevant, tears welled up in her beautiful eyes.
"If I hadn't come back, how would I have known that you had married someone else?"
"Everyone's keeping this from me! Do they think I'm stupid?"
"Su Yuchen, you said you would marry me!"
As Bai Mengyan spoke, she rushed forward and threw herself into Su Yuchen's arms.
Su Yuchen pushed her away.
"You were the only one who took our childhood jokes seriously."
Bai Mengyan was slightly taken aback.
"A joke?"
"Su Yuchen, we grew up together, everyone considered us a couple, and you're telling me it was just a joke?"
Su Yuchen had a headache.
"Mengyan, I only see you as a younger sister."
Bai Mengyan's tears slid down her cheeks.
"younger sister?"
"Su Yuchen, are you willing to marry a vegetable from a third-rate family?"
Hearing Bai Mengyan mention Yun Yao, Su Yuchen felt a little irritated.
"Since you've already investigated, you should know that her illness is cured."
Bai Mengyan was somewhat out of control, her delicate face streaked with tears.
"But now I'm back!"
Su Yuchen already understood Bai Mengyan's intentions in coming here, and his voice was icy.
"A fool and a person in a vegetative state, aren't they a perfect match?"
"Bai Mengyan, stop being unreasonable. I'm already married."
"I'll have Chen Dong take you back."
Bai Mengyan raised her hand and wiped away the tears on her face.
“Su Yuchen, you never chased me away before.”
"I'm not leaving."
Bai Mengyan plopped down on the sofa.
"I heard that you and your husband have a bad relationship. It's just a marriage certificate. You can get a divorce. I don't care about these things."
Su Yuchen had a headache.
“Mengyan, we’re not children anymore. We should understand that life isn’t just about love.”
"Besides, I have no feelings for you."
Bai Mengyan couldn't help but clench her hands tightly on her knees.
"Su Yuchen, you've only known that woman for a few days, but our relationship has lasted for over twenty years!"
"Are you going to hurt me like this because of her?"
"She has no education, no family background, what's so great about her!"
When Yun Yao was mentioned, even Su Yuchen himself didn't realize that his expression softened for a moment.
"She's not good at anything."
In fact, he is flawed all over.
He has a bad temper and poor manners.
Yet, it was precisely this person, so tainted with flaws, that he thought about every night.
Bai Mengyan had not yet noticed the change in Su Yuchen's feelings.
"Since there's nothing good about her, why don't you just divorce her!"
"If you're too embarrassed to say it, I'll tell her!"
"Women like her are nothing but greedy for money."
"I'll pay your breakup fee."
Bai Mengyan said urgently.
At this point, Su Yuchen's patience with her had reached its limit.
"Chen Dong, didn't you hear me tell you to take her home?"
Chen Dong, who had been a background character for half a day, suddenly felt a jolt.
No, no?
This young lady is like a hedgehog; who dares to touch her!
"Chen Dong! You dare touch me! I'll have my grandfather chop off your hand!" Bai Mengyan glared at him and roared.
Chen Dong closed his eyes and pinched Bai Mengyan's clothes with two fingers.
"Miss Mengyan, I'm sorry, I didn't touch you."
With Bai Mengyan pulled away by Chen Dong, Su Yuchen finally had some peace and quiet.
After returning to his bedroom, he sat on the edge of the bed.
I stared blankly at the bunch of dried roses on the cabinet.
In his memory, Yun Yao was as vibrant and radiant as this bouquet of roses.
At today's auction, there were several items that he instinctively wanted to bid on and give to Yun Yao.
Unfortunately, that bastard in room number one snatched it up.
Just then, a rose suddenly fell to the ground.
Su Yuchen was somewhat dazed.
what does this mean?
Is it as if their relationship has come to an end?
Yun Yao, I think I miss you a little.
The next day, before dawn, Yun Yao was awakened by a series of urgent cell phone rings.
Wu Chen's voice came from the other end of the phone.
"After a month of torrential rain, the rain stopped today in Nanxun City. An ancient tomb was discovered in Wolong Mountain in the suburbs. After investigation, the local authorities speculated that it was likely a royal tomb from the Yuan Dynasty. As required by the state, professors and students from archaeology departments across the country are required to participate in this rescue excavation. Our archaeology department, including you, barely met the quota. Yun Yao, you have to go too!"
Yun Yao hesitated for a moment before responding.
"Okay, I'll go. See you at school in half an hour."
I'm tired of exploring the southern part of the city, so I'll take a trip to another city to relax.
When Yun Yao arrived at school, her classmates Jia Xiaoqi and Wen Qian were still packing their things in the dormitory, leaving her alone in the classroom.
Yun Yao thought about the Nanxun City that Wu Chen mentioned, and wondered why it felt so familiar.