Chapter 494: Chapter 494: Marrying into the Helan Family

At this moment, Ella assisted the old man as they walked in from the doorway.

Upon seeing this, everyone stood up.

Ella supported him, heading towards the main seat.

As he sat down, he slightly clenched his fist, placed it by his mouth, and coughed twice.

Ella stood beside the old man, silently watching the elder perform.

This old man is in good health.

It’s unclear what act he’s going to put on now, still pretending to be sick.

After coughing, the old man looked at everyone, raised his hand, and waved, “Alright, everyone, sit down.”

With the old man speaking, only then did everyone dare to sit down.

Then, the old man said, “The reason I’ve called you here today is to announce something.”

As soon as he finished speaking, everyone’s gaze turned to Ella.

Ella gave a slight smile to everyone.

“I think you all have heard, last time I gave a month to Ah Yu and Ling Shuang girl, whoever first secured a collaboration with DK Company, I’d give them the position of chairman. The result is now in, and the final winner is Ling Shuang girl. Therefore, the position of chairman goes to Shuangshuang girl.”

Old Mr. Helan, though appearing somewhat pale, still had a deep and powerful voice, and his aura was strong.

Although they were displeased, no one dared to step forward to speak.

More so, no one dared to stand out as a leader.

The ones feeling the most uncomfortable were those from the second branch, so when they didn’t speak out, the others naturally didn’t dare either.

Initially, the one most likely to take this position was Helan Tianyu, but now…

Old Mr. Helan sharply swept his gaze over everyone and asked, “I believe none of you have any objections?”

He didn’t wait for two seconds after asking before he continued, “Since there are no objections, that’s good. After all, we are family, and anyone sitting in this position is fine, but they must have the skill and not be rash. Currently, only Shuangshuang can achieve this.”

The old man praised Helan Lingshuang generously.

Moreover, when mentioning Helan Lingshuang, his gaze and tone were gentle, even carrying a hint of pride.

Upon hearing this, Ella lightly coughed, signaling the old man not to say too much, to leave it at that.

If he praised any further, it would incite public outrage.

The old man was obedient and didn’t continue.

Subsequently, his gaze fell on Helan Tianyu.

“Ah Yu.”

Helan Tianyu promptly responded, “Grandfather, I’m here.”

“Your ability and competence in managing the company are indeed excellent, this grandfather knows too. In this regard, your sister Shuang needs to learn from you. Besides Ah Ze, among the many, only you can take charge, so grandfather hopes in the future, you and Shuangshuang will elevate HL to a more glorious stage, uphold the honor of our Helan Family. With you here, this old man is at ease, even if Shuangshuang takes over the company, she will still need your assistance. Grandfather desires nothing more, just that you siblings work together to safeguard HL.”

The old man had just finished, and everyone’s gaze shifted to Helan Tianyu.

After all, the person feeling the most aggrieved now was him.

The old man’s words elevated him, all the good and bad said, Helan Tianyu could only comply.

He looked at the old man and replied, “Grandfather, rest assured, I will certainly assist Sister Ling Shuang well.”

After speaking, his gaze inadvertently fell on Ella.

Ella also looked at him, the two exchanged a glance, and shared a smile.

Old Mr. Helan, hearing this, happily responded, “Good, grandfather believes in you.”

The second house’s Old Madam originally had something to say, but after hearing her grandson’s words, she swallowed her words.

She hadn’t expected her always proud grandson would choose to compromise.

Or perhaps he had other plans.

So she didn’t dare to easily disrupt his plans.

However, the next second, Helan Tianyu spoke, “Grandfather, I have something to say.”

The old man nodded, “Mm, go ahead.”

Helan Tianyu said, “Grandfather, I’m getting married, but the woman’s family is quite ordinary, she grew up in an orphanage, has no parents, and cannot match our Helan Family in status, so I hope you will allow us to be together.”

This statement stunned everyone present.

Especially those from the second house.

Nobody from the second house knew about this.

The biggest reaction came from Helan Tianyu’s biological mother, Madame Jiang.

Madame Jiang stood up abruptly, staring at him in surprise, questioning, “Ah Yu, why have I never heard you mention this? Besides, if your families do not match, how can a woman from a humble family be qualified to marry you?”

After she said this, she realized her reaction was a bit excessive.

But everyone present had already heard it.

At this moment, Ella, who had been silent, suddenly spoke up, “If I’m not mistaken, Auntie’s family isn’t a top-tier family either, and it doesn’t match the Helan Family, so why could Auntie marry into the Helan Family, but no other woman can?”

“Moreover, if I haven’t lost my memory, among those present who are not Helan by surname, there shouldn’t be many who truly match the Helan Family either, right?”

Her words instantly put Madame Jiang in an awkward position.

Simultaneously, it drew others’ criticism towards her.

But then, her sudden defense of Helan Tianyu was quite strange too.

However, the people didn’t think much more of it.

“Moreover, Second Cousin is an adult and should have the right to decide his own marriage, am I right, Grandfather?”

The suddenly-addressed Old Mr. Helan immediately agreed, “Shuangshuang girl is right, Ah Yu is not a child anymore, since he has a girl he wants to marry, as elders we should support him.”

Then he looked at Helan Tianyu, speaking kindly, “Our Helan Family doesn’t abide by so many rules, nor does it engage in marital status matching, as long as you like it’s fine, grandfather agrees.”

“Grandson thanks grandfather, I will bring her to meet you another day,” said Helan Tianyu.

The old man nodded happily, saying “Good, good, good.”

The old man had spoken, so the people of the second branch didn’t dare to say more.

Thereafter, the old man instructed everyone to stay for lunch.

“Alright, that’s all, you all are free to move around, leave after lunch.”

With that, the old man left the ancestral hall first.

As Ella passed by Helan Tianyu, she stopped for a moment.

She turned to look at him, smiling she said, “Congratulations, Second Cousin.”

Helan Tianyu returned the smile, “Thank you. I also want to congratulate Sister Ling Shuang for achieving her desire, and hope you do not disappoint grandfather’s expectations, and can securely hold this position.”

Ella replied with a calm smile, “Thank you for the good wishes, Second Cousin. Before my brother wakes up, I will not disappoint and will hold this position securely.”

After speaking, she proceeded to walk outside.

Only after Ella left did Helan Yaoyue dare step forward to say, “Look at her arrogant demeanor, her eyes are practically on top of her head. Brother, she never regarded us in her eyes, and now she likely won’t even more. Next, she’s sure to suppress our second branch, what should we do?”

Helan Tianyu, looking at Ella’s departing figure, said, “She won’t.”

Helan Yaoyue, hearing this, asked puzzled, “Why?”

Helan Tianyu glanced back at her, “Even if I tell you, you wouldn’t understand. Just remember my words, don’t provoke her, and don’t get involved in other matters!”

“…”

After leaving the ancestral hall, Ella originally wanted to leave directly, but was called to the study by Old Mr. Helan.

Study.

She pushed the door open and entered. Aside from Old Mr. Helan, Ye Jiuqing was also there, having arrived at some unknown time.

“Why are you here too?” Ella questioned him, looking at him.

Previously, she had specifically instructed him not to appear today, yet he acted contrary to her wishes.

Ye Jiuqing looked at her innocently and said, “Grandfather asked me to come.”

Old Mr. Helan immediately interjected, “That’s right, I asked Xiao Ye to come.”

Ella: “…”

She had no choice but to look at Old Mr. Helan and ask, “Grandfather, is there anything else you need from me?”

Old Mr. Helan gestured for her to sit down.

After she sat down, Old Mr. Helan said, “There is something. I was hoping that during dinner, we could announce your and Xiao Ye’s relationship.”

As soon as Old Mr. Helan finished speaking, Ella replied with two words, “No way.”

Ye Jiuqing didn’t mind; it wasn’t very important to him. Besides, whether the Helan family knew about their relationship was of little importance to him.

“Why not?” Old Mr. Helan asked.

Ella: “Grandfather, it’s not the right time yet.”

Old Mr. Helan then asked, “So when will it be the right time?”

Ella couldn’t tell him her plan. If he knew, he definitely wouldn’t allow her to proceed.

“In short, it’s not the right time yet, and he thinks so too.”

After speaking, she nudged the man beside her with her foot, signaling him to speak.

Ye Jiuqing glanced at her, then looked at Old Mr. Helan and said, “Grandfather, Shuangshuang is right. I still have some matters to resolve, so I don’t want to make our relationship public so soon. Rest assured, grandfather, whether we make it public or not, I’ll protect her, and it won’t affect our relationship.”

Because of his last words, Ella’s heart skipped a beat.

While she was in a daze, a warm breath wrapped around her right hand.

She lowered her head slightly, glancing at his long, elegant, and tension-filled hand tightly holding hers.

When she raised her head, she was met with his bright blue eyes filled with tenderness.

He looked at her and suddenly said, “I’m right, am I not, Mrs. Ye?”

His gaze and tone carried endless gentleness.

In that moment, she felt her heart racing wildly.

Old Mr. Helan watched the two, and though he didn’t want to interrupt, he coughed a few times.

Ella snapped back to reality and swallowed, replying with a “mm.”

Suddenly, she felt a bit embarrassed, mainly because he addressed her as “Mrs. Ye” in front of Old Mr. Helan.

This was the first time, and she always felt that this title from his mouth carried a teasing and ambiguous feeling.

Old Mr. Helan sighed, “Alright, since Xiao Ye said so, it’s up to you.”

Ella furrowed her brows slightly and looked at Old Mr. Helan, “Old man, you’re quite double-standard, aren’t you?”

In the past, the old man always favored her, and still does, but in front of Ye Jiuqing, it was clear he favored the cunning dog man beside her even more.

Old Mr. Helan chuckled, “Well, don’t I always treat you and them double standards? Xiao Ye is such a good person, of course I’ll protect him a bit more, lest you always bully him.”

“What?” Ella incredulously pointed at herself, “I bully him? Which of your eyes saw me bullying him?”

Old Mr. Helan raised his hand, pointing at his two eyes with his index and middle fingers, “Both eyes saw it.”

“…”

Half an hour later.

Ye Jiuqing left the main building, and as he was about to head toward the backdoor, he was seen by Helan Yaoyue.

“Young Master Jiuqing?”

Ye Jiuqing heard and had to stop.

Helan Yaoyue initially thought she was mistaken.

She didn’t expect to see Ye Jiuqing at the old residence.

She happily trotted over, looking at him with joy, and asked, “Young Master Jiuqing, why are you at my grandfather’s place? Are you here to see my grandfather?”

Actually, she wanted to ask if he came to see Helan Lingshuang, but decided not to.

Ye Jiuqing looked at her with a detached gaze and replied indifferently, “Yes, Old Mr. Helan called me to discuss some things.”

“Oh, I see. Then you’re leaving now, not staying for lunch?” she asked.

Then she added, “I was just about to introduce my brother to you.”

Ye Jiuqing glanced at her, and said, “I heard that Ling Shuang has already taken over HL, so there’s no need to meet your brother.”

Helan Yaoyue was slightly stunned.

“Young Master Jiuqing’s meaning?”

But before, he agreed to collaborate with her.

Could it be that now he’s thinking of collaborating with Helan Lingshuang?

She quickly said, “Young Master Jiuqing, it’s not like that; it’s only temporary.”

“Oh?” Ye Jiuqing squinted and asked, “So you mean your brother still has a chance to regain control of HL?”

She didn’t know her brother’s plan but knew he wouldn’t give up so easily.

So, HL might seem to be in Helan Lingshuang’s hands now, but who knows how long she can hold that position?

It seems as though everything has settled, yet the world changes every day, and the future is uncertain.

She said two words, “That’s right.”

Just as she finished speaking, a deep male voice sounded behind her, “Yaoyue, what are you doing?”

Helan Yaoyue turned around immediately upon hearing the voice.

“Brother.”

But Helan Tianyu’s gaze was fixed on Ye Jiuqing.

He hadn’t expected that someone he hadn’t been able to arrange a meeting with would appear at the old residence.

“Mr. Ye, why are you here?” he asked.

Ye Jiuqing hadn’t spoken yet, but Helan Yaoyue replied first, “Brother, I brought him here.”

Helan Tianyu’s expression instantly darkened upon hearing this.

He squinted slightly and said, “What did you say?”

He wondered since when his sister had gotten so familiar with Ye Jiuqing.

She said, “I wanted to introduce Jiuqing to you.”

Helan Tianyu furrowed his brows even tighter at this.