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"In reply to mother, Ling'er has already heard of this matter from Li Li." Yan Lingying saluted with a calm expression.

"Oh? Is that so? I would like to hear your opinion on this matter. " Madam Yan's face was extremely unsightly. She paid no heed to the others' presence and merely slammed the table, revealing the feeling of a matriarch.

"According to Ling'er's point of view, this is clearly a rumor deliberately created by someone. It is simply nonsense meant to disrupt the hearts of others." As he spoke, his head was lowered, and his expression could not be seen.

"But there's no wind at the cave, sister. Since this saying has already been spread, there must be a reason. " Yan Shuang blinked her eyes, showing an innocent look.

"Then according to what little sister said, big sister is that kind of terrifying person who refines poisons through the system?" Yan Ling turned his head to look at Yan Shuang.

There was no wind in this cave. This saying was indeed not wrong. However, in the end, he still remembered the phrase, "the heart of eternal hatred is inferior to water, causing waves when leisure is at peace". Since there were rumors, then it must be someone spreading them.

Yan Shuang would never have thought that Yan Ling would still be so calm and collected when something like this happened. This was the first time she saw him face to face. He no longer seemed to be that timid little girl from before.

However … The corner of Yan Shuang's mouth curled up into a cold smile. However, Yan Ling had hidden his secret and was caught by her, so he couldn't be blamed on her. She didn't believe that Yan Ling would dare to tell her the secret.

"Of course not this time. Little sister, I just feel that since everyone is talking about it, isn't there a certain level of credibility …" Yan Shuang bit her lips and shook her head somewhat frantically. She looked as if she wanted to say something, but was hesitant. It was very pitiful.

Yan Ling curled his lips in slight disdain. In his previous life, he had been tricked by this "innocent" look of hers. Could it be that he would fall for it in this life?

Just as Yan Ling was about to say something, he was interrupted by Madam Yan. "Ling'er, why are you still quibbling? What was wrong with what Shuang'er had said? I think it's better for you to admit it yourself. "

The corner of Yan Ling's mouth curled up into a sneer. How could he not have seen through such an obvious attitude?

It was just a rumor spreading around the mansion. His mother had never thought of finding out the truth for him and returning his innocence. Instead, she kept saying that she wanted him to plead guilty as soon as possible.

Or, which mother can do "righteous" this way.

Yan Ling did not reveal his emotions. Instead, he raised his head and looked at Madam Yan with a wronged expression as he said word by word, "Could it be that what others have said is definitely true?" If someone were to say that his sister was the one who was refining the poison, would his mother believe him? "

Madam Yan subconsciously said, "Shuang'er, how could Shuang'er do such a thing …"

"We are both mother's daughters. Don't you think that mother thinks I would do something if your sister doesn't know how to do it? "Does mother think that I am not my mother's biological daughter?"

Yan Ling's eyes turned red, and he looked pitiful. Even Li Yi, who was standing at the side, couldn't help but wipe the corner of his eyes with a pair of bloodshot eyes.

Madam Yan was startled. She knew that she had inadvertently said something that she shouldn't have. Although it was true that Yan Ling wasn't his own daughter, the secret couldn't be revealed yet.

Madam Yan quickly thought about how she should deal with the situation before her. Previously, he could only put aside his promise to Yan Shuang. The most important thing right now was how to make Yan Ling not be suspicious.

There was complete silence in the surroundings. Yan Ling stealthily glanced at the expressions on Madam Yan and Yan Shuang's faces and knew that he had made a mistake. They were afraid that if this matter were to be exposed, what they said would disturb their minds.

"Ling'er, what are you saying? You were all born in October because your mother was pregnant. " With that, Madam Yan's expression softened.

"Mother was just too anxious. If this were to spread, it would affect your reputation and cause the entire Prime Minister's Estate to become the topic of conversation. Mother would have to worry." Madam Yan pretended to be deeply in love as she sighed, feeling extremely dutiful.

"Ling'er naturally knows her mother's thoughts, but even if this matter was indeed done by Ling'er, shouldn't we pay attention to the evidence?" Yan Ling wiped the corner of his eyes as well, looking extremely wronged.

Yan Shuang was gritting her teeth. She had never thought that she would unite with her mother to make things difficult for Yan Ling. However, things had already gotten to this point, yet they were still being reversed by words.

However, the next moment, an almost ice-cold smile appeared on Yan Shuang's face. Didn't they want evidence? The evidence could be produced another time, but the clues were different.

Moreover, this clue was provided by them. If they didn't admit it, then they had a better chance of making others feel guilty.

Yan Shuang thought as she looked around. When Yan Shuang came today, she brought many people with her in order to let everyone see this scene clearly.

"Actually... "My sister felt that if this rumor were to spread, it might have something to do with one of the people by my side." Yan Shuang coughed twice, then looked at Yan Ling.

"Who?" Yan Ling furrowed his brows. No wonder Yan Shuang dared to come here so brazenly. She must have some tricks up her sleeve.

Following Yan Ling's question, Yan Shuang turned her gaze towards Li Yi who was standing to the side.

"Me? Miss, I'm not. I didn't say anything. "

Li Jun had already panicked enough from today's events, but now, the fire had actually burned into her body. It would have been fine if he had only said Li Yi, but if this crime was confirmed, then Yan Ling would definitely be implicated. Li Yi could not help but feel nervous.

"Insolent girl, it's your turn to interrupt when Master is speaking." Qing He had long since felt uncomfortable looking at Li Li. After hearing this, she quickly stepped forward and was about to give Li Li a slap on her face.

However, what she did not expect was that someone was faster than him. When that slap landed, Yan Ling had already firmly grabbed onto Qing He's wrist. Moreover, while she was still in a daze, he threw her to the side with all his might.

"You're right, but I don't know when you'll become master, Qing He!" You dare to attack the little girl beside me? " Yan Ling said coldly.

In his previous life, he was too weak. Not only did he end up like that, but he also made people around him who were good to him get bullied. If he were to live a new life, no matter who it was, he could not harm the person he wanted to protect. Besides, it was right in front of him.

"You! "You are just …" Qing He didn't remember the lesson from last time at all. Despite being scolded by Yan Ling, he actually couldn't control his own mouth and wanted to reveal Yan Ling's identity.

Suddenly, a "pa" sound could be heard from inside the house. Qing He had been slapped hard by Yan Shuang into the ground.

Yan Shuang was anxious and angry. Her face was pale. The reason why Qing He knew about this secret was because he had inadvertently told her. According to her mother, this was not something that could be told to others.