The Lucky Heiress

Chapter 477: Chapter 477: Do You Believe in Souls, Second Brother?_1

“Hmm.” Wei Jinyi not only looked puzzled, but also seemed somewhat worried.

Wei Ruo remained silent for a while, then glanced toward the car window on the side, and slowly began, “Do you believe in the existence of souls, second brother?”

“I’m not sure, but I hope that they do exist,” Wei Jinyi said.

“I think they do, because I have memories of my past life,” Wei Ruo said.

Wei Jinyi looked at Wei Ruo, showing no strange expression at such a remark.

It seemed he thought it quite normal for such a thing to happen to Wei Ruo.

“In my past life, my father was just like that little girl’s father – addicted to alcohol, gambled, and would even beat his wife and children. So when I saw that little girl, it felt like I was looking at my past self,” she opened up.

Wei Jinyi’s eyebrows furrowed, and he extended his hand, gently resting it on the back of Wei Ruo’s hand.

“When I was young and he would beat me, I had no choice but to take it. As I grew older, whenever he would beat me, I would run away. Sometimes I would flee our home, even though there was nowhere else to go. I would rather freeze through the night outside than return to him.”

“At the same time, I tried hard to learn, hoping to succeed and free myself from the darkness that man brought. I was quite lucky. I met my master and learned medical skills from him. It allowed me to earn enough money, to fend off starvation.”

“Eventually, I could have hidden myself so that my disgusting father would not be able to find me, but I couldn’t abandon my mother. That’s how he found out where I lived. He came over to extort me for money. When I did not give him the money, he beat me. My mother tried to intervene and he ended up beating her to death. That’s when I killed him.”

Wei Ruo said all this in a calm tone.

Wei Jinyi’s eyes darkened to an unfathomable depth.

“Ruo, how can I help you?”

Wei Ruo returned her gaze, smiled faintly, and spoke in a light-hearted tone, “No need, I just lost my composure for a moment, I’m fine now. If the girl doesn’t want to leave her father, then I should respect her decision. Some people have no choice, some people just choose not to choose. If she had been willing to follow me, I would have let her study well and I would have passed on my skills, but if she doesn’t want to, then I will not force her.”

Looking at the caring expression on Wei Jinyi’s face, Wei Ruo smiled, “Actually, when I first returned to the Wei family, I deliberately got close to you. I have to admit that there is a hole in the depth of my heart regarding family relations, although I never admit it.”

“Back then, I knew I could not have good relations with the other members of the Wei family, but I thought you were an outsider. I intended to befriend you to at least have someone to talk to in that cold mansion.”

“Later, I really considered you as my brother, and I was quite happy to finally have a relative who is blood-related to me and gets along well with me. Only, I did not expect to be wrong.”

Upon hearing this, Wei Jinyi felt a sharp pang in his heart.

“Ruo… if you still wish, I can still be your brother,” Wei Jinyi said.

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Despite his true feelings, if that is what she wants, he is willing to do so.

Wei Ruo laughed and shook her head, “Let’s not talk about this. I said a bit too much today, I do not know why. You do not have to take my words to heart, just consider it a story.”

By now, Wei Ruo’s emotions had already been calmed.

Perhaps what happened earlier had stirred some of the memories deep in her heart, which led to losing her composure.

Even though so much time has passed, she does not understand why she lost control momentarily. Not only did she act impulsively, but she also said so many things that she shouldn’t have to her second brother.”

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Wei Jinyi’s lips pressed together, his expression serious.

How could he consider it just a story?

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The Lu Residence, Capital City.

The guests continue to arrive, creating a majestic scene of a bustling crowd and sleeves fluttering like a cloud.

After Wei Ruo arrived at the Lu Residence, she was quickly escorted to the back garden.

Today’s weather is excellent, and the matriarch of the Lu family chose to host her female guests in the garden.

Tables and chairs were set up, with tea and fruit platters prepared.

The sunlight was just right, the temperature pleasant, the breeze caressing their faces, and the surroundings adorned with clusters of flowers. The green trees provided ample shade, the pool was rippling slightly, koi fish frolicked and lotus leaves spread out.

We Ruo’s appearance immediately drew everyone’s attention.

The other beautifully dressed ladies and young girls mainly wore novel attire or slightly more ostentatious jewelry.

However, these outstanding details required careful observation to notice, while Wei Ruo’s bright lavender clothing was more striking – a difference easily discerned at first sight.

At this moment, people’s attention was not focused on Wei Ruo’s beauty, but rather on her bold shade of purple.

The crowd consisted of the rich and noble, and many owned lavish purple attires, yet none were as dazzling as the shade worn by Wei Ruo.

Among the crowd, Lady Yun, the Bai family, the Mo family, and Wei Qingwan were also entranced by Wei Ruo, just like everyone else.

Wei Qingwan clenched her teeth, looking annoyed.

She had put great effort into her appearance, intending to stand out among the crowd, but all of the attention was stolen by Wei Qingwan’s single piece of clothing!

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When Wei Ruo arrived in the middle of the crowd, apart from the matriarch of the Lu family, who was privileged to not have to salute royal members, everyone else began to pay their respects.

“We pay our respects, Queen.”

Wei Qingwan was the least willing, but had no choice but to offer her respects.

Her head bowed, her lips tightly pressed, her face filled with frustration.

“Please rise,” Wei Ruo said.

The crowd thanked her and stood up.

Then Wei Ruo was invited to take the seat next to the matriarch– a position reserved for her.

Despite Wei Ruo’s young age, she indeed has the highest status among the crowd.

The matriarch of the Lu Family wore a loving smile, “My queen, I’ve wanted to meet you since early morning. I’m glad to see you today!”

“You wanted to see me, Madam Lu?” Wei Ruo asked.

“Yes, because of my good-for-nothing grandson, we owe you a debt of gratitude. I have been waiting for a chance to thank you in person, my queen,” Madam Lu expressed her gratitude.

“Madam Lu, there’s no need for formalities. What I did wasn’t worthy of gratitude, so you needn’t worry.” Wei Ruo spoke calmly.

“How can you say there isn’t a debt? A life-saving favor is no small matter! Please know that our Lu Family will never forget what you have done!” Madam Lu replied decisively.

“You’re too kind, Madam Lu,” Wei Ruo modestly replied.

The brief conversation between Wei Ruo and Madam Lu left the crowd bewildered.

How did Queen Ruo end up saving Lu Yuhong, the young master of the Lu Family?

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When did Wei Ruo have any interaction with Lu Yuhong?

Not only were outsiders confused, but the Wei family members were also confused.

As Wei Ruo’s mother, Lady Yun had never heard of this before.

She knew that her daughter and she didn’t have a close relationship, but she had no idea that her daughter had done such a thing without uttering a word about it to her!

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