Urban Seduction: Housewives Club

Chapter 590: A Role Reversal

With a faint smile, Tang Minghao asked, ”What brings you here, Nephew?” In truth, he already knew Ye Feiʼs purpose was related to Tang Yu.

Since he had no objections, he addressed Ye Fei as ”Nephew” to show his approval. Still, he asked the question because there was a significant difference between Ye Fei coming to the Tang Sect to ”request” Tang Yu and the Tang Sect ”offering” her.

It was a matter of face, and even though Tang Minghao was willing, he needed to maintain some decorum.

Ye Fei understood Tang Minghaoʼs intent, but he didnʼt care much about such formalities, especially when it concerned the woman he loved. He smiled and said, ”To be honest with you, Uncle Tang, Tang Yu and I have developed deep feelings for each other. I hope you can grant us your blessing.”

Tang Yu, caught off guard by Ye Feiʼs directness, blushed furiously and quickly pulled her hand from Ye Feiʼs grip, hiding behind Tang Xin.

Tang Xin, however, didnʼt wait for her father to respond and immediately objected, ”No! Tang Yu and I are like sisters. Weʼve been together since we were children. How can she leave with you?”

Tang Minghao had been ready to agree, but now his daughter had intervened, leaving him at a loss. He glanced at Ye Fei, unsure how to proceed.

Ye Fei chuckled and said, ”I knew Miss Tang Xin and Tang Yu would find it hard to part, so Iʼve thought of a perfect solution. Why donʼt Miss Tang Xin come to Wanghai with us for a few days? What do you think, Uncle Tang?”

Tang Minghaoʼs eyes lit up. Just moments ago, he had been lamenting that Ye Feiʼs affection was for Tang Yu rather than Tang Xin, and now an opportunity had presented itself.

As the patriarch of a traditional family, Tang Minghao held some old-fashioned views on gender roles.

While Tang Xin was his favorite daughter, she still couldnʼt compare to the importance of a son in his eyes. If she were to join Ye Fei, it would strengthen the Tang Sectʼs ties with Ye Fei and his group—a tremendous advantage.

Even if Ye Fei wasnʼt as powerful as Bai Yingshi and Ye Zhilin claimed, the fact that Ye Zhilin, the newly elected alliance leader, was so close to Ye Fei was enough to make anyone want to forge a connection. Moreover, it was clear that Ye Zhilin held Ye Fei in high regard, though the exact nature of their relationship remained a mystery.

Of course, Tang Minghao wasnʼt the type to sacrifice family bonds for the sake of the sect. He approved of Ye Fei because he could see that the young man was deeply loyal and caring. After all, Ye Fei had personally come to ask for Tang Yuʼs hand, even though she was just a maid.

If Tang Xin and Ye Fei developed feelings for each other, Tang Minghao was confident Ye Fei would treat her well. As for Ye Feiʼs many female companions, Tang Minghao didnʼt see it as a flaw. In the martial world, where traditional values still held sway, the idea of monogamy was practically nonexistent.

Seeing her father deep in thought, Tang Xin grew anxious. She had impulsively made that bet with Ye Fei, and her sharp mind had quickly realized the implications. She knew Ye Fei might win because of Ye Zhilinʼs influence. Thankfully, Ye Fei hadnʼt brought it up again, allowing her to relax—until now. From the look on her fatherʼs face, it seemed he might agree.

In truth, Tang Xin didnʼt mind the idea of going to Wanghai with Ye Fei and the others. Aside from Ye Fei, whom she found infuriating, she got along well with Liu Yiru and the rest. Liu Yiru, in particular, made her feel as though she had found the mother she had lost as a child. She was happy to spend time with them, and the thought of never seeing Ye Fei again even made her feel a pang of regret. However, the bet she had made with Ye Fei sparked a rebellious streak in her.

While she wanted to agree, she didnʼt want to lose to him.

Just as Tang Xin was about to voice her objection, Ye Fei subtly stepped forward, positioning himself between her and Tang Minghao, and asked, ”What do you think, Uncle Tang?”

”As long as Tang Xin doesnʼt object, I have no problem with it,” Tang Minghao said with a smile. ”Sheʼs lived in Sichuan her whole life. Itʼs time she saw the world.”

”Thank you, Uncle Tang,” Ye Fei said. ”But I have one more request. I hope youʼll consider it.”

”Go ahead,” Tang Minghao nodded.

Ye Fei smiled. ”When Miss Tang Xin comes to Wanghai with us, Iʼd like her to take on the role of my maid.”

”Huh?” Tang Minghaoʼs expression darkened, and a hint of anger flashed in his eyes. He thought Ye Fei was trying to humiliate the Tang Sect. ”Are you joking, Nephew?”

Seeing her fatherʼs anger, Tang Xin grew nervous. Despite her reluctance to lose to Ye Fei, she didnʼt want her father and Ye Fei to fall out. This wasnʼt because of Ye Zhilinʼs new position as alliance leader but purely out of personal concern.

Ye Fei, however, remained calm and said, ”Of course not. Itʼs just that Miss Tang Xin has a bit of a temper. If sheʼs not kept in check, Iʼm afraid she might cause trouble in Wanghai. Donʼt worry, though. This ʼmaidʼ role will only be known within our circle. Outsiders wonʼt have a clue.”

Tang Minghao was taken aback. Since Ye Fei assured him that the role wouldnʼt be public knowledge, it was clear he wasnʼt trying to insult the Tang Sect. But why, then, did he insist on Tang Xin being his maid in name? Unable to figure it out, Tang Minghao turned to Tang Yu, who was watching him nervously, her eyes filled with hope.

Tang Yu had been Tang Xinʼs companion and personal maid since she was a child. Tang Minghao treated her like his own daughter and knew her well. He was certain she would never do anything to harm Tang Xin.

If Tang Yu seemed to want him to agree, it meant Ye Feiʼs intentions were harmless—and perhaps even beneficial.

Glancing at his daughterʼs anxious expression, Tang Minghao had a sudden realization. This was likely a little game between them. With a smile, he said, ”If thatʼs the case, then fine. From now on, Tang Xin will be your and Tang Yuʼs maid.”