Chapter 223: Chapter 223 Who to Drive Away? Chapter 223: Chapter 223 Who to Drive Away? The prestigious Jiang Xiliang he had finally managed to connect with still looked up to Jiang Yaowang’s every move. He had planned to cultivate a good relationship with them, but now it seemed all hope was lost!

How could this be!

When she looked again at Jiang Fanyue, her eyes were bloodshot, her face swollen, making it hard to discern her subtle expressions. But seeing her trembling body, one could tell that Jiang Fanyue’s emotions were anything but calm at the moment.

No one else had any objections. If Jiang Xiliang had decided on something, could there be any mistake?

A few wealthy socialites recalled how just a moment ago Jiang Fanyue had said that Jiang Yaowang had come begging and had even asked her for money, and their hearts went through several twists and turns, realizing that it was all Jiang Fanyue’s one-sided narrative.

Who would have thought the gentle and generous miss would concoct such lies to slander others? It was truly shocking.

Jiang Yaowang called out to Jiang Zhe, “Xiaozhe, why are you still standing? Won’t you come over and sit?”

“Hmm.” Jiang Zhe chose a seat to sit down, signaling Qin He, Xiao Meng, and Xia Enci to do the same.

Everyone remembered the relationship between Jiang Zhe and Jiang Yaowang. When Jiang Yaowang went to the Jiang family to pick someone up, he had only taken Jiang Zhe with him.

Having spent so much time together, grandfather and grandson had developed a bond.

It was no wonder that today Jiang Zhe suddenly turned on Jiang Fanyue, lashing her harshly. It seemed that he had behind-the-scenes support, which made him act without restraint.

Jiang Xiliang also caught on to this and, where there was initially a hint of sympathy for Jiang Zhe, it turned into displeasure.

Ding Yuehua sneered coldly next to them, having already found Jiang Zhe impolite and somewhat displeasing to look at.

Now, knowing that Jiang Zhe was all bluster and no substance, relying on others’ power, she shook her head in secret, thinking that a girl from a modest family indeed couldn’t hold her own in society.

Jiang Yaowang took a sip of tea, placed down the cup, and then asked slowly, “So, who was it you were saying we should drive away just now?”

Jiang Xiliang, gathering his spirits, said, “Here’s the thing, Jiang Zhe hit Jiang Fanyue for no reason, and she even struck Liang Jinlan. No matter what, Liang Jinlan is her elder. So I decided that as long as she apologizes, we’ll let it go. But Jiang Zhe wouldn’t apologize, so I had no choice but to expel her.”

He did not gloss over the matter; the issue was Jiang Zhe’s fault. His handling of the situation was already quite lenient towards Jiang Zhe. Even Jiang Yaowang would have to agree it was reasonable.

Jiang Xiruo continued to sip her tea, her eyes downcast, as Jiang Yaowang asked methodically, “Xiaozhe, why did you hit them?”

“They deserved it,” Jiang Zhe replied nonchalantly.

Jiang Yaowang addressed Jiang Xiliang, “Xiliang, you hear that.”

Jiang Xiliang didn’t know what face to make.

The others felt Jiang Yaowang was being overly protective. What kind of thing was that to say?

No wonder he had raised Jiang Zhe to ignore the seriousness of right and wrong.

But at this moment, everyone could only grumble inwardly, not daring to voice their opinions loudly and openly.

Seeing this scene, Jiang Fanyue went for broke, breaking free from Gu Jiaheng’s grip to walk over to Jiang Yaowang.

Thinking of how just earlier she had belittled Jiang Yaowang and Jiang Xiruo in front of everyone, Jiang Fanyue dared not meet their eyes.

But if those slaps she had received were to go unanswered, when would she ever find the opportunity to argue her case again?

Her voice trembled as she spoke, “Grandfather, I was slapped by Jiang Zhe without cause, surely this matter can’t just be left at this?”

The moment she called him ‘grandfather,’ she noticed a flash of sharpness in Jiang Yaowang’s eyes.

She was so frightened that she quickly lowered her head.

Even if she regretted a million times in her heart, she couldn’t make up for those past mistakes.

She clenched her palm tightly, blaming none but Jiang Zhe, who clearly knew their identities, yet never disclosed them to her. He didn’t give her the slightest hint; instead, he led her astray at every turn, making her despise her grandfather and her younger aunt.

Now that regret was futile, Jiang Fanyue could only slowly seek other opportunities.

What was important was to reclaim the justice she deserved on the spot.

Jiang Yaowang heard the address “grandfather” and felt it was ironic. Just as he was about to speak, Ding Yuehua, who was beside him, said, “Dad, what Jiang Fanyue says isn’t wrong. Everyone saw it just now, Jiang Zhe hitting others without distinction. Regardless of the reasons, it cannot be right for Jiang Zhe to hit others on a whim, right? Even if she is your own granddaughter, we shouldn’t condone such behavior, should we?”

The daughter Ding Yuehua had, Ding Xuexue, although she bore the surname Ding, was also the biological daughter of Jiang Cheng and Jiang Yaowang’s own granddaughter.

Jiang Yaowang favored Jiang Zhe, neglecting Ding Xuexue over the years. His attitude towards her had been lukewarm even upon seeing her, and Ding Yuehua had long taken a disliking towards Jiang Zhe.

So her statement wasn’t so much in support of Jiang Fanyue as it was a reflection of her disapproval of Jiang Zhe.

Jiang Yaowang nodded in agreement and said, “You have a point. Xiaozhe, why don’t you explain in detail what happened?”

With a “clatter,” a dagger fell to the ground, producing a crisp sound as it hit the floor.

It was tossed out by Jiang Zhe.

Everyone was taken aback at the sight.

Liang Jinlan and Jiang Fanyue were especially frightened. Jiang Zhe had been carrying a weapon, and had she been allowed to continue her assault and verbal abuse, who knows if she might have stabbed someone?

Ding Yuehua couldn’t help but say, “How can you be like this at such a young age? We live in a society governed by law. It’s illegal to hit people, and carrying a dagger is even more unacceptable, isn’t it?”

Jiang Cheng knew that Jiang Zhe was the daughter of his deceased elder brother and had an instinct to protect her, pulling at his wife’s sleeve, trying to get her to stop talking.

Ding Yuehua snorted dismissively.

Jiang Zhe stood up nonchalantly, kicked the dagger with her foot, and said, “So you all think carrying a weapon is illegal too, huh?”

“Of course! How can you just hit people with a weapon!” Han Jiayan spoke out in injustice on Jiang Fanyue’s behalf.

“Jiang Zhe, if you have an issue, come at me. There’s no need to keep targeting Fanyue!” Gu Jiaheng said as well.

A sharp look flashed in Jiang Zhe’s fox-like eyes, “Just now, as my friend and I were passing by outside, a group of security guards with daggers came and shoved us around, even injuring my friend! These guards, Minister Jiang should recognize them, right?”

The security from their house had been missing since earlier, which was known to both Jiang Xiliang and Wen Xia.

Upon hearing this, he deeply felt the gravity of the situation, “Our villa’s security doesn’t carry daggers, and we certainly did not send them to trouble you!”

As he finished speaking, he looked at Jiang Fanyue and Liang Jinlan, having already guessed something.

Jiang Fanyue and Liang Jinlan had been aggressively assertive just moments before, but once confronted by Jiang Zhe, they started avoiding eye contact.

Their expressions were too obvious, and everyone noticed.

“Fanyue, Jinlan, was it really you?” Wen Xia was shocked and angry.

“We, we…” Liang Jinlan dared not answer directly.

Jiang Zhe kicked the dagger, “Isn’t it clear if you call your security guards to confirm?”

The sound of the dagger echoing on the floor was as uncomfortable to Liang Jinlan and Jiang Fanyue as if their ears had been pierced.