Chapter 667: The Friendship of the Past
Translator: Dragon Boat Translation Editor: Dragon Boat Translation
“You can do it.” Yuan Silei lifted her head and gazed at Ye Lengan with determination, her eyes filled with conviction. “As long as you’re willing, you can certainly help me. Right now, you’re the only one who can.”
In recent times, their family company had encountered significant problems. If not resolved promptly, the company might face bankruptcy. Her parents had been scrambling to seek help during this period, but their efforts were in vain. If the financial issues persisted, their family would be in deep trouble.
She had sought help from Ye Xiyuan and other friends, but none were willing to assist. Today, upon seeing Ye Lengan, she decided to give it one last try.
“Why do you think that l, a fake heiress driven out by the Ye family, can help
you?” Ye Leng’an found it amusing. “So, you’ve chosen the wrong person.”
No wonder she found Yuan Silei’s actions peculiar today! It turned out she had a favor to ask, explaining why she kept clinging to her.
“You can help me.” Hearing Ye Leng’an’s rejection, Yuan Silei became anxious. “Now that you’re with the master of the Huangfu family, a word from you could easily resolve our family’s predicament.”
It was the reason she sought Ye Lengan. Among the people she knew, only Ye Lengan could help.
After listening to Yuan Silei’s plea, a trace of mockery flashed in Ye Leng’an’s eyes. “l find it strange. I’ve repeatedly emphasized that we are strangers now, but today you approached me like this. I wondered why. So, that was the reason! However… Please excuse me for not being able to help with this matter. You’ve approached the wrong person.”
“Why?” Yuan Silei’s voice heightened upon Ye Lengan’s rejection. However, realizing everyone’s gaze on her, she promptly lowered her tone. Looking at Ye Lengan with pleading eyes, she said, “For you, it’s just a matter of saying a few words. Besides, you won’t suffer any losses, right?”
Hearing Yuan Silei’s words, Ye Lengan was speechless. “Yuan Silei, I hope you understand this. Do I have any obligation to help you? We’re not even friends.
Why should I help you?”
Before, when there was a choice between her and Ye Xiyuan, Yuan Silei had sided with Ye Xiyuan. Now, facing trouble, instead of seeking Ye Xiyuan, Yuan Silei came to her. Did she seem like an easy target?
Yuan Silei wore an embarrassed expression, but she persisted. “Lengan, I know you’ve misunderstood me because of Xiyuan’s situation. But everything I’ve done was for your benefit. I’ve always treated you as my best friend.”
“Please, don’t taint the word ‘friend’ like this.” Ye Lengan sneered, continuing, “A friend is someone who stands by the other person’s side without hesitation, no matter what happens. Someone like you, self-righteous and only playing the savior, is just a sanctimonious attitude. I wouldn’t dare to consider someone a friend who could switch sides at any moment!”
Seeing Ye Leng’an’s resolute expression, Yuan Silei grew anxious. “Lengan, help me this time for the sake of our past relationship! I promise; after this, I’ll never appear in front of you again.”
“l don’t need your guarantee,” Ye Lengan said mercilessly. “l won’t help you.
Yuan Silei, who do you think you are? Why should I help you?”
Even she had never sought Huangfu Ruilings help for anything. Now, Yuan Silei wanted her to make such a request. Quite audacious!
“Lengan, why must you be so heartless?” Yuan Silei almost lost control of her emotions. “I’ve helped you many times before. Now, I’m just asking for your help once. It’s not difficult for you. Why are you so unwilling?”
Hearing Yuan Silei mention the past, Ye Leng’an’s expression darkened. “Are
you trying to bring up old scores? You’ve helped me a lot before. Haven’t I
helped you?”
She despised this moral blackmail. They used to be friends, and while Yuan Silei had helped her, she had also assisted Yuan Silei a lot. Yet, Yuan Silei now only focused on what was advantageous to her.
“l didn’t… I’m not…” Yuan Silei stuttered, unable to explain herself. However, her eyes revealed resentment when looking at Ye Leng’an.
She had come to Ye Lengan with high hopes today. Despite Ye Leng’an’s cold attitude due to Ye Xiyuan, she believed their many years of friendship wouldn’t easily vanish. Furthermore, this matter was a simple task for Ye Lengan.
Perhaps, she could use this opportunity to reconcile with Ye Lengan. However, the reality was harsh. Facing her repeated pleas and even begging, Ye Lengan remained unmoved.
Ye Lengan sensed Yuan Silei’s resentment but paid no heed. “If you came to me for this, then our conversation ends here. Remember what you said earlier; this is the last time. In the future, when we meet, treat me as a stranger. Don’t greet me or try to get close.”
With that, she stood up, ready to leave.
Witnessing Ye Lengan about to depart, Yuan Silei panicked. She quickly stood up and grabbed Ye Leng’an’s hand. “Lengan, please help me this time! If you don’t, my family is truly finished. Are you heartless enough to ignore our past friendship completely?”
“Past friendship?” It was like hearing a joke, Ye Lengan laughed coldly as she spoke, “Yuan Silei, it’s truly a joke coming from your mouth. Don’t forget, your so-called friendship is when, between me and Ye Xiyuan, you chose to stand on Ye Xiyuan’s side. Do you not find it amusing that you’re talking to me about friendship?”
Her words made Yuan Silei’s face grow paler, and the regret on her face was evident..