Martial Hall

Wei Wei frowned upon hearing Ronan's refusal, her expression growing even colder.

Refusing her invitation in front of so many people? Where did that leave her face?

However, before she could speak, a mocking voice rang out from the crowd:

"Just hearing 'Martial Hall' and you're already showing fear, can't wait to run away, can you?"

"Was the last time Xiang Gege taught you a lesson a bit too harsh? Yi Lin Manor actually dares to put such a character on display? And you still have the nerve to pester my sister for her number, it's truly laughable."

The entire hall fell silent.

Ronan's brow furrowed slightly. A hint of anger also flashed in Wei Wei's eyes.

She was unhappy with Ronan, but if an outsider publicly humiliated Yi Lin Manor in front of others, it was like slapping her face! Although the person who spoke used a playful tone, if they were to pursue the matter, the latter's family power would surely use the excuse of a child's mischief to dismiss it.

But among the young nobles in Bo Ning District, the prestige of Yi Lin Manor would undoubtedly drop significantly.

This was what Wei Wei was considering.

Ronan, however, was thinking differently.

Because the person who spoke was none other than the boy standing next to Su Xiao, who still had a trace of childishness about him.

He looked a few years younger than himself, but he was already quite tall, with a good physique and seemingly considerable strength, clearly having undergone significant training.

"You're Su Xiao's brother?"

Ronan glanced at him.

The latter lifted his head even higher: "I'm Su Jie. Like Xiang Gege, I can't stand flies like you who like to buzz around my sister. If you don't have any skills, don't reach out blindly. My sister is destined only for Nanbei Gege. As for bumpkins and good-for-nothings like you, the further you roll away, the better!"

"Shut up!" Su Xiao finally couldn't help but interject.

Her face flushed with anger, she grabbed Su Jie's ear with one hand and whispered a reprimand: "This is Yi Lin Manor, Miss Wei Wei's place. If you keep talking nonsense without manners, I'll ask Father to punish you with confinement when we get back!"

"Now apologize to Young Master Ronan!"

Su Jie looked wronged: "Did I say anything wrong? He's clearly a coward! Sister, you're actually helping him."

"We're all going to the Martial Hall to play, and he's already preparing to sneak away. What else is he but a good-for-nothing? Look at his build, he clearly hasn't undergone scientific training. He probably can't even pass the most basic test!"

Whispers rose from the crowd.

Su Jie's words immediately drew everyone's attention to Ronan.

His direct confrontation with Xiang Feihu at Christine's birthday banquet had already caused Ronan's name to gradually spread. However, most people were secretly laughing at the guy for overestimating himself and asking for trouble.

Even if he got Su Xiao's phone number, what did that matter?

Did this young man from the countryside really have the qualifications to compete with Li Nanbei?

There was only one answer, and that was impossible!

Even if he was truly the heir of Yi Lin Manor, it would be the same.

Moreover, looking at his performance today, he indeed didn't dare to go to the Martial Hall to play with everyone. He was probably someone with very poor skills or someone who hadn't trained at all.

Unfriendly gazes swept back and forth across Ronan.

Wang Xiaoman nervously pulled Wei Wei, she could feel that her good friend was very angry!

On one hand, it was naturally because of Su Jie's impudence, and on the other hand, it was because of Ronan's lack of ambition. The face of Yi Lin Manor couldn't possibly be propped up entirely by her, a girl, could it?

"Wei Wei, don't force it. Ronan, like you, has just recovered from that incident. Maybe he's just feeling a bit unwell." Christine spoke up to persuade her, her voice not low, so everyone present could hear it, which also provided Ronan with an excuse to leave.

Su Jie snorted, just about to say something, but was glared at fiercely by Su Xiao, and finally backed down, only muttering a few words.

A subtle atmosphere brewed in the crowd. In the recent turmoil, it seemed to have ended with the Li Family making a complete concession, but everyone knew that the future of the Li Family was still bright.

Although Xiang Feihu was not present, as his little follower, Su Jie always spoke with the same tone as him. What he said was not only mocking Ronan, but also venting some private anger for the Li Family. Losing face for Wei Wei and Ronan was also a good thing. Anyway, if the matter was pursued afterwards, he was from the Su Family and a child, so no one could hold onto this point.

Wei Wei looked at Ronan with some disappointment, and finally said coldly, "If you're really tired, then rest well."

"However, I don't want Yi Lin Manor to finally have a male heir, only for him to be a coward."

Upon hearing this, everyone was shocked!

If the attitude of Yi Lin Manor before was ambiguous, then Wei Wei's words almost announced Ronan's relationship as the heir of Yi Lin Manor!

Finally had a male heir.

The many men in the manor were naturally not included. Only direct blood relatives, or men who could bear heavy responsibilities, counted!

Could the rumors be true?

Earl Will was going to entrust the future of Yi Lin Manor to this low-born nephew?

A wave of whispers rose from the crowd below.

Wei Wei, however, no longer looked, and under the escort of Wang Xiaoman and Christine, she took the lead and walked towards the side door. The servants quickly greeted the young nobles, indicating that the path to the Martial Hall was that way.

Soon, the crowd followed in twos and threes.

Only a few people were left in the hall.

Ronan stood with his hands in his pockets, his brows furrowed, wondering what Wei Wei's words just meant.

Su Xiao looked at Ronan with some worry, but in the end, she said nothing and left with a few friends. Su Jie even made a few provocative gestures at Ronan, but unfortunately, he was completely ignored by Ronan.

"Huh? Did everyone leave?"

Ronan looked up in surprise. He had been too engrossed in his thoughts just now, and before he knew it, most people had left.

He really didn't want to deal with these troublesome matters.

However, Wei Wei's expression and words had touched him deep down.

It seems she really sees me as part of this manor.

After that incident, did she finally accept me?

Ronan smiled bitterly and shook his head.

Even if he was slow-witted, he could feel the helplessness and unwillingness in Wei Wei's heart when she said those words.

Yi Lin Manor truly wasn't something a girl like her could support alone. Su Jie's mockery was a small matter; the shadow looming over the manor's future was the most terrifying.

Although the few servants who were cleaning up still treated Ronan respectfully on the surface, a hint of disdain had appeared in their eyes.

The Steel Empire valued martial arts. If one didn't even have the courage to go to a Martial Hall, they would easily be labeled a good-for-nothing.

A maid beside Ronan kept glancing at him, who was still in a daze, and the look of contempt in her eyes grew stronger.

Just a few days ago, I heard Miss Wei Wei say that Young Master Ronan was actually quite good, a responsible man. What nonsense, he's clearly a bumpkin, a complete coward! He's not worth the worry Miss had for him before.

The maid thought resentfully.

Who knew that at this moment, a rather handsome face suddenly appeared before her eyes:

"Do you know the way to the Martial Hall? I'm not very familiar with the roads in the manor yet."

The maid snorted inwardly.

Now that everyone's gone, he's starting to put on an act?

Why didn't he have the courage to accept Su Jie's challenge just now? He's probably just saying this now, thinking that a maid like her wouldn't know the location of the Martial Hall, right?

Too bad you picked the wrong person! The maid thought smugly. She was one of Wei Wei's personal maids, and she stayed in the hall only to manage and direct the other servants.

So she said straightforwardly, "I know. What does Young Master Ronan want to do?"

Awkward, isn't it? Let's see how you find another excuse.

The maid thought.

However, Ronan just said calmly:

"Then I'll trouble you."

"Please lead the way."

Continuing to ask for recommendations. Currently ranked eighth on the new book list, can we move up a bit more?