Chapter 717 Guilty Ye Wuhen - I Became the Rich Second-Generation Villain

Mu Nan Zhi and Bian Su Wen were momentarily taken aback by Ye Wu Hen's strong reaction. "Quick, tell me who it is?!" Ye Wu Hen eagerly pressed them for details, but neither spoke first, prompting her to directly call out, "Nan Zhi, remember all those annoying pests that I helped chase away for you in the past? You can't possibly be hiding this from me. Now spill the beans, who swept you away? What's their name? How do they look?" With a mix of exasperation and amusement, Mu Nan Zhi replied, "Sister Ye, how can I dare tell you with that fierce demeanor of yours?" "Don't worry, I would never harm your beloved. Just share it with me." Although Ye Wu Hen's words were meant to be reassuring, her eyes betrayed a certain sharpness that Mu Nan Zhi couldn't miss. However, Mu Nan Zhi wasn't concerned about Wang Hao Ran in the slightest, so she straightforwardly said, "He's here with me, staying right here. I think he went to make a call earlier, but you can meet him when he comes back." Ye Wu Hen gritted her teeth upon hearing this. Bringing him to her place clearly indicated that Mu Nan Zhi's relationship with him had reached a deep level. Irritated, Ye Wu Hen turned to look at Bian Su Wen. Before Ye Wu Hen could question her, Bian Su Wen preemptively said, "Nan Zhi already spoke on my behalf." Ye Wu Hen was momentarily stunned, not immediately grasping what was meant, until the belated realization struck her with a jolt, "You both share the same man?!" "Yes." Mu Nan Zhi and Bian Su Wen nodded simultaneously, displaying perfect harmony. "Close friends might share things, but not everything is meant to be shared. Are you two out of your minds?" Ye Wu Hen exclaimed in surprise. "It's a complicated situation, and I can't divulge too much due to certain reasons. But the bottom line is that we're both very willing, and genuinely happy with him," Bian Su Wen explained. "Sister Ye, we're truly blessed. You don't need to worry about us. If you really care about us, just give us your blessing," Mu Nan Zhi added. Ye Wu Hen could see the sincerity in her two good friends' words, feeling momentarily happy for them, but mostly indignant. If Mu Nan Zhi and Bian Su Wen were still residing in the Imperial City, perhaps Ye Wu Hen wouldn't have reacted this strongly. But Bian Su Wen had clearly stated her intent to settle in Qingling. The distance between Qingling and the Imperial City wasn't negligible. That meant it would be considerably harder for her to see her dear friends in the future. It felt as though this man was taking Mu Nan Zhi and Bian Su Wen away from her. Unable to swallow this, Ye Wu Hen abruptly stood up and shouted with vehemence, "Whoever you are, come out and meet me right now!" Her voice reverberated, causing even the house to tremble slightly. "Sister Ye, calm down, don't act impulsively!" Bian Su Wen hurriedly advised. "It's a matter of wife-stealing vengeance, and not just one but two! How can I stay calm?!" Ye Wu Hen was momentarily frantic, but managed to retain some sense as she continued, "Su Wen, Nan Zhi, I know my limits. I won't hit him in the face, you can relax." Hearing this, Mu Nan Zhi and Bian Su Wen exchanged an odd glance. They weren't worried about Wang Hao Ran; they were worried about Ye Wu Hen. They wanted to say something more to dissuade Ye Wu Hen, but just then, a handsome figure slowly approached the courtyard. Although Ye Wu Hen had her back turned, she naturally heard the approaching footsteps due to her keen senses. Her beautiful eyes gleamed with hostility as she clenched her fists, slowly turning around to face the newcomer. Yet, upon seeing who it was, her hostile expression froze instantly, as if she had turned to stone. Wang Hao Ran walked leisurely forward until he stood in front of Mu Nan Zhi and the others. Bian Su Wen and Mu Nan Zhi both glanced at Ye Wu Hen, fearing she might suddenly act out. However, to their surprise, Ye Wu Hen made no move, her expression peculiarly frozen, as if she had turned into a statue. Mu Nan Zhi and Bian Su Wen had no idea what was going on. "After parting in the Demon City, I didn't expect we'd meet again so soon," Wang Hao Ran said with a smile, addressing the stunned Ye Wu Hen. It was only then that Ye Wu Hen snapped out of her stupor, suddenly at a loss, none of her previous fierceness in sight. "You know each other?" Mu Nan Zhi and Bian Su Wen were both shocked. "We only met once, but you could say we're friends. Miss Ye even told me to seek her out when I came to the Imperial City," Wang Hao Ran explained. Hearing this, Ye Wu Hen felt even more anxious. Originally, inviting Wang Hao Ran was something she did with confidence, but bringing it up now in front of Bian Su Wen and Mu Nan Zhi made her feel guilty, as if she had wrongfully taken something from her dear friends. "Nan Zhi, Su Wen, don't get the wrong idea. It's purely platonic between us, not what you're thinking," Ye Wu Hen awkwardly tried to explain. Mu Nan Zhi and Bian Su Wen hadn't thought much of it, but hearing Ye Wu Hen's words, they couldn't help but feel suspicious. Her comments really did have a "hiding silver at night" feel to them. Besides, Mu Nan Zhi and Bian Su Wen had come to understand Wang Hao Ran much better now. Any beautiful woman who came into contact with Wang Hao Ran didn't surprise them. Simply put, their man possessed extraordinary allure and was a reincarnated Immortal Emperor with powerful capabilities. It was hard to find a woman who wouldn't be moved upon meeting him. Mu Nan Zhi and Bian Su Wen were aware of Ye Wu Hen's circumstances too. Men from the Imperial City simply couldn't catch Ye Wu Hen's eye, and the two had worried that Ye Wu Hen might end up lonely. If Ye Wu Hen really had feelings for Wang Hao Ran, they actually wouldn't oppose it. However, Ye Wu Hen, flustered and overwhelmed at the moment, couldn't fathom Mu Nan Zhi and Bian Su Wen's mindset. Making matters worse with each explanation, she found herself unable to stay any longer, citing urgent matters as she took leave from her two friends. "General Ye, allow me to see you out." Wang Hao Ran, having something to discuss with her, offered smoothly. Hearing this, Ye Wu Hen had no reason to refuse. The two walked side by side toward the courtyard exit. Ye Wu Hen deliberately slowed her pace, wishing to spend a bit more time with Wang Hao Ran. "General Ye, isn't the situation here rather tumultuous recently?" Wang Hao Ran was the first to break the silence, asking her. On this topic, Ye Wu Hen's tension and embarrassment lessened, her demeanor turning more serious as she explained, "My master's lifespan is nearing its limit. He's closed off, trying to break through to extend his life. Those foreign tribes threatening the Flame Kingdom fear my master succeeding, so they're trying to cause trouble to hinder him, attempting to dissuade his breakthrough." As she spoke, Ye Wu Hen's fists clenched, her charming face tinted with guilt. "I only regret my own insufficient prowess. If I could fend off these foreigners, my master wouldn't need to worry." "My master's life is running out. If these outsiders manage to delay him, and his lifespan expires, the peak powerhouses left in the Flame Kingdom might not be able to resist those tribes. At such a pinnacle of cultivation, the strongest can accomplish much, and then I'm afraid..." Unable to continue due to the knot in her heart, she fell silent. "Aren't you worried for the Flame Kingdom’s safety?" Wang Hao Ran interjected, probing. (End of Chapter)