Chapter 403 - Love Made Me Become a Demon
Reborn Aristocrat: Return of the Vicious Heiress
Translator: Atlas Studios  Editor: Atlas Studios
After Wen Xinya left, Si Yiyan walked towards the bar counter slowly and poured himself a glass of red wine, which glistened under the light.
Gu Yuehan stood beside him, still feeling cold and tense.
âHowâs the arrangement going?â Si Yiyan asked, gently swirling the glass of red wine in his hand, the fragrant aroma of the premium wine wafting up to his nose.
Gu Yuehan said coldly, âWeâve already arranged for someone to scare Ning Shuqian and make her frightened out of her wits. Sheâs only been transferred to the hospital for two days and sheâs already requested a change of ward. Sheâs even begun aggressively hiring bodyguards. Sheâs already lost her direction and composure. She tried to call a number which cannot be detected by the satellite.â
Si Yiyan swirled the wine glass slowly and asked, âHas there been any news regarding Shen Mengting?â
Gu Yuehan answered, âStrangers entered the asylum yesterday and Iâve already sent people to tail them. I believe thereâll be results very soon.â
Ning Shuqianâs accomplices had always been careful and stringent, for they were afraid of letting the cat out of the bag, especially since they were aware that Wen Xinya had a formidable backer. It was the very factor that would lure them into falling into Si Yiyanâs trap. On top of that, Ning Shuqianâs involvement would greatly catalyze the process. Although it was not an ingenious plan, Si Yiyan was smart with his tricks and heâd definitely gain the upper hand.
âFind out their identity within twelve hours. I donât want to wait any longer,â Si Yiyan said, tilting the glass to let the crimson wine flow into his mouth.
Ning Shuqian would definitely think that Wen Xinya was the one who planned the assassination. Given how vicious she was, sheâd definitely go all out and take action on Wen Xinya. It was just what he wanted to happen. After all, despair gave courage even to a coward.
Shock was written all over Gu Yuehanâs face. He asked, âNinth Young Master, arenât we being too eager? Iâm afraid we might alarm themâ¦â
Although Si Yiyan was the most patient person ever, he was clearly unable to keep his cool and stay patient when it came to Wen Xinya.
Si Yiyan looked at Gu Yuehan slowly and said, âIâm not afraid of alarming them. Even if we canât get rid of them completely, weâd at least have to shake them and teach them a lesson.â
Gu Yuehan was greatly taken aback by his words. In his eyes, Si Yiyan had always been straightforward and resolute when making decisions, and scheming yet patient enough as well. As long as they had sufficient time, they could annihilate Ning Shuqianâs accomplices thoroughly. Yet, Si Yiyan was not actually bent on getting rid of them completely. It was not like him at all.
Could it be that he was too desperate and eager to even wait?
Si Yiyan gently raised the glass in his hand and said, âGu Yuehan, those people have already begun taking action and we must keep our guard up against them. I canât let Xinya be in danger; not even the slightest bit. I must ensure that sheâs safe and be in control of her safety. Iâll do whatever it takes to get rid of anyone or anything that threatens her safety. There are plenty of chances to deal with those people, but I canât wait any longer.â
The scene of Shen Mengting trying to stab Wen Xinya replayed in his head over and over again. He was terrorized and frightened out of his wits. Just like a childish adolescent, he made sure to get revenge as soon as he could, despite knowing that he might not be able to defeat them at one go. He was just about to avenge the love of his life and teach the culprits a lesson. There was still plenty of time for him to continue dealing with them in the futureâ¦
Gu Yuehan still found Si Yiyanâs decision to be a little too hasty. If he were to alarm the culprits, he would not be able to solve the problem at all and Wen Xinya would ultimately be in danger even though her safety was guaranteed for the time being.
Having understood his concerns, Si Yiyan said calmly, âLately, Iâve been thinking about my parentsâ death. My father knew of the existing problems within the Xiasi Groupâs management. However, he just could not bring himself to get rid of all of those troublemakers and tolerated them again and again. At last⦠he did not manage to take action in time and those people managed to harm my mother. My father couldnât take the regret and grief and ended up killing himself.â
Gu Yuehan could not help but feel terrified, for Si Yiyan had been refraining from bringing up his parentsâ death. Hence, no one dared to mention it at all. To his surprise, Si Yiyan mentioned it first, although it reminded him of a traumatic past.
Trying to suppress his anger and grief, Si Yiyan said, âSometimes, enduring is not the way to solve a problem. Had my father laid his cards on the table and exuded his authority first, those cowards would have thought twice before harming my mother. I wonât hesitate to kill those who try to harm my loved ones. Regardless of what method I may use, Iâll definitely get my revenge.â
Gu Yuehan asked fearfully, âNinth Young Master, are you just afraid that you might follow in Ninth Masterâs footsteps?â
Si Yiyan said coldly, âThe greatest difference between me and my father is that my father had lost all of his willpower and allowed love to make his heart go soft. He lost his bravery and his scheming nature. At the end of the day, he ended up harming himself!â
He continued, âUnlike him⦠love made me become a demon with an iron heart. Iâll resort to every means to get what I want. The more power I possess, the more I can protect myself and the person I love.â
Gu Yuehan was at a sudden loss for words. He understood what Si Yiyan meant. He thought to himself, Ninth Young Master began believing in Buddha after being influenced by Madam, and he believes in karma. Ever since he took over Lucifer, he has been merciful when handling matters. However, ever since he got to know Miss Wen heâs become more and more relentless and everyone labels him as a ruthless, mercenary, cruel, and despicable person.
Si Yiyan said calmly, âPeople always say that you have to be strong for your mother. Actually⦠being tough for your loved one is also a quality that men should possess.â
He had to devise a scheming plot in order to earn himself the right to go against destiny.
âGot it, Ninth Young Master.â Hanging his head low, Gu Yuehan thought to himself, It might not be a bad thing if Brother knows that thereâs someone in this world whom Ninth Young Master treasures greatly!