In the Taibai Building, Yang Ruxin once again ordered a lavish table full of exquisite dishes.
Erni and the others had already dined there once, so now, they let loose and ate with great joy.
But for Yang Ruyu, it was her first time seeing so many delicacies; her mouth watered with desire, but her heart grew even more jealous. Just how wealthy was Yang Dani?
"Ruyu, eat more," Yang Ruxin urged as she placed half of a beggar’s chicken in front of Yang Ruyu, "This chicken is a specialty of Taibai Building..."
"Elder sister, who was that person at the inn earlier?" Yang Ruyu tried to appear nonchalant, knowing she shouldn’t ask, but she couldn’t help herself, "He looks like he comes from a wealthy family."
"He is quite wealthy," Yang Ruxin nodded, "His son-in-law is ill, and they summoned me for a consultation."
"Then why didn’t you go?" Xun Hui couldn’t resist looking up and asking subconsciously.
"They might be rich, but they are also stingy. They couldn’t afford my consultation fee," Yang Ruxin sighed, "And besides, that son-in-law... he looks very much like my father..." As she spoke, her gaze swept over Xun Hui, then she lowered her eyelids and continued gnawing on the chicken wing.
"Really looks like father?" Sini was the first to lift her eyes in surprise, "What does father look like?"
Xiaofeng’s eyes also filled with amazement; he had never met his father and didn’t even know what he looked like.
"Hmm," Yang Ruxin nodded, "At first glance, I almost mistook him for my father. But, that son-in-law has the surname Mo, named Mo Wenjie, so he surely can’t be our father..."
A flicker of disappointment passed through Sini and Xiaofeng’s eyes. She really longed to meet her father, even more so to have him by her side. If father were here, would grandma not treat them so harshly? Would eldest sister not have had such a hard time?
"Elder sister, considering he looks so much like our uncle, you still refused?" Yang Ruyu chuckled, "Perhaps it was also meant to be a blessing for our uncle."
"He may resemble our uncle, but he’s not really your uncle," Yang Ruxin raised her eyebrows slightly, "They refused to pay me, so why should I treat him?" Looking at Yang Ruyu, she said, "Otherwise, with this big family of ours, why don’t you pay for our living?"
Yang Ruyu could only offer an embarrassed smile; where would she get the silver to support them?
After everyone finished their meal and were ready to settle the bill, they were informed that someone had already covered the payment.
Yang Ruxin’s eyes twinkled for a moment, then she smiled faintly, "Then please extend my thanks to the person who paid the bill."
The young waiter acknowledged and went downstairs.
Dong Wenming hadn’t requested a private room, so he waited in the hall. He felt that since he had paid for her meal, it was only proper that she come and thank him in person. But what he received instead was a mere "thank you" relayed by the waiter...
Dong Hang had had dealings with Yang Ruxin. Although not intimately acquainted, he had some understanding of the girl’s character; she was someone who didn’t play by the rules. The tactics of the master were likely futile.
Even though Dong Wenming was frustrated, he still patiently waited. He was determined to meet this audacious girl. However, after waiting for over an hour, he still hadn’t seen anyone come down, prompting him to glance at Dong Hang.
Dong Hang hurried upstairs, knowing where Yang Ruxin’s private room was. Upon arriving, he could only chuckle bitterly to himself; this Miss Yang truly was... Left with no choice, he went back downstairs, "Master, no need to wait any longer. Miss Yang has already left..."