A Star Reborn: The Queen’s Return

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

When she stepped in the living room, Auntie Liu was still muttering and grumbling ceaselessly. “This villa is too luxurious. Only both of you and a small baby are staying here. Such a waste. Don’t you think so, mom?”

Auntie Liu asked Grandma Ye.

Grandma Ye said. “It’s true that a big house should have more people living in it. However, you…” She initially wanted to say that although they were a family of three, there were many nannies and subordinates, so she did not have to worry about the lack of people living in it.

However, Auntie Liu interrupted Grandma Ye. “Exactly, Xiao Ling! It’s not that I’m criticizing you, it’s just that this house is too big. Why let it be so bare? Besides, empty space is empty space. How about you let your dad and me move in to help you take care of your child.”

Xia Ling was startled as she did not expect that they would dare to make such a suggestion.

If Grandma Ye were not there, Xia Ling would have ordered for the subordinates to chase them away.

Her expression was dull. “Pei Ziheng and I like the space, and things are good as they are now.”

“You two may think it’s good, but the child doesn’t.” Auntie Liu protested. “Xiao Ling, you’re already a mother now. How can you be so insensible? If there are too few people in the house, your child will not be raised well. Look at your son, he’s skin and bones under your care. Can he really survive? You…”

“Shut up!” Suddenly, Xia Ling increased her volume and scared everyone present.

Her expression darkened. “Liu Zhaodi, I won’t argue with you over the things you usually say about me, but don’t you dare curse my child. He’s fine and will definitely live to a ripe old age. If you dare to talk nonsense, then get out!” Xia Ling had been a celebrity for two lifetimes, and as long as she was willing to maintain her poise and elegance, she would not lose her cool at any occasion.

However, now that her son was involved, things were different.

That was her Achilles’ heel, and she did not mind turning into a b*tch who protected her child.

She glared at Auntie Liu ferociously.

Auntie Liu had never seen her so vicious, and for a moment, she was scared. After some time, she finally whispered. “Do you think you can scold us whenever you like now that you’re a rich madam?”

Xia Ling replied, “I don’t care about what you think. Either you shut up or get lost.”

“Xiao Ling.” Father Ye could not bear to watch them argue. “How can you treat your Auntie Liu like this?” No wonder his wife said that Xiao Ling was becoming more unfilial in the past. She was right since she disrespected her elders like that.

With Father Ye’s support, Auntie Liu was more courageous and started to rant. “Sigh, why is my life so bitter? In the past, I worked so hard to raise you. Even if I didn’t get the credit, I suffered. Now that you’re independent and successful, you’ve chosen to fall out with us and act hostile!”

Her voice was shrill. As she spoke, she acted as if she were wiping her tears away emotionally.

In Grandma Ye’s arms, the baby was disturbed and started to cry again.

Xia Ling could not be bothered to pay attention to Auntie Liu. She quickly looked at her child, picked him up from Grandma Ye’s arms, and softly consoled him. Grandma Ye’s face fell as she said to Auntie Liu. “Liu Zhaodi, do you know how to be a guest? If you continue to cause a scene here, we will leave now!”

She felt embarrassed. In front of the Pei Family’s subordinates, how could Auntie Liu not consider Xiao Ling’s feelings? Xiao Ling’s body was very weak, and her child was not healthy. Furthermore, Pei Ziheng did not even show up as the male host although so many people from his wife’s family came today. This situation was too common, and it caused Grandma Ye to speculate.

Xiao Ling did not seem as happy as the news had spread. There were many things hidden about her marriage.

The thing that Grandma Ye was most worried about was that Pei Ziheng did not love her.

How could a powerless girl without status continue to survive without getting her husband’s love after marrying into his rich family alone? Furthermore, there was no way her relatives could not help her. How could they drag her down and give her more troubles such that she was turned into a joke in front of all the helpers?

Thinking about that, Grandma Ye’s expression darkened and berated Auntie Liu again.

Auntie Liu was born in a lowly family and lived far away from her relatives. She was used to ordering her husband around behind closed doors and did not think that there was anything wrong with her actions.

She ignored Grandma Ye’s warning and said, “Mom, why are you siding with her? Can’t you see that she’s an unfaithful and unfilial brat? Now that she’s rich, she doesn’t care about us anymore! Are you trying to curry favor with her in hopes that she will give you some benefits?!”

She was saying more disrespectful things, and the Pei Family subordinates besides her were slightly frowning. They acted as if they did not see or hear anything, but they despised Auntie Liu in their hearts.

Xia Ling had a headache from the commotion and said to Auntie Liu, “Either you shut up, or I’ll call the security officer to drag you out.” Her voice was not loud, but her determination could be sensed.

Auntie Liu was finally scared. She had not achieved her goal yet. Today, she was here to get money. How could she be driven out before receiving any money? She judged the situation, quickly stopped her act, and found a way out. She smiled and said, “Xiao Ling, how could I not be worried? You haven’t contacted the family in so long. I guessed that it was because you forgot about us already. That’s why I was so direct just now. Please don’t take it to heart.”

Xia Ling sneered a little, lowered her head, and continued to take care of her child while ignoring her.

Under his mother’s consolation, the baby gradually stopped crying. Xia Ling carefully gave him back to the nanny beside her and said, “There are many people here, and the air is stuffy. Please bring young master out for some air.”

The nanny respectfully carried the baby and left.

Only then did Xia Ling speak to the three people in the living room. “Grandma, you’ve had a hard time coming over, so I think you should stay here for a while. This is my first child, and I don’t have much experience in caring for children. I also can’t keep relying on the helpers. If you’re here, I will be relieved.”

Grandma Ye also wanted to stay and take care of her. She was too thin and had experienced too much hardship.

However, she tried to figure out Xia Ling’s situation in the Pei Family. She asked, “I can stay, but will Mr. Pei agree?”

Xia Ling replied, “He doesn’t care much about these things and enjoys his space. As long as you don’t disturb him, there won’t be a problem.”

In reality, before hearing that Grandma Ye wanted to come, Xia Ling had already considered it and requested Pei Ziheng to let Grandma Ye stay.

Pei Ziheng thought about it and felt that another elder in the home would be able to take care of Xiao Ling’s body well. It was not a good thing, so he agreed.