Trial Of Love - Chapter 221

That evening in the Zhao’s residence. For the first time in a long time, the whole family was complete. It pleased everyone seeing Elizabeth so full of life, especially that her brother was back. They were all seated together in the dining table as they enjoyed the meal Lady Zhao has prepared since everyone was together.

“Brother, when did you come back?”

“This morning.”

“Brother, you’re so handsome now. I beat you have stolen countless of maiden’s heart.” Elizabeth continue to gaze at her brother with admiration and giggled waiting for his response.

“Of course I have.” He proudly smiled at her.

“Xinyi.” General Zhao sternly looked at his son who seems proud of what he claimed.

“Oh, father, lighten up.” Zhao Xinyi ignored his father and continued to cheer up his little sister.

“You.” General Zhao was about to explode seeing how his son was treating him.

Everyone started laughing seeing how Zhao Xinyi was teasing his father. They knew he would not dare hurt his son since Elizabeth was around. He was too afraid to be tortured by the girl especially she is not in the right condition at the moment.

“Ah-”

Everyone’s eyes turned to the girl as they all panic and got up from their seats. Zhao Xinyi hastily went over and check on his sister’s condition as the father and mother worriedly looked at her.

“Lili are you alright?” Zhao Xinyi asked.

“Darling, what wrong?” Elder Lady Knightley asked.

“Yan go get the doctor!” Elder Chief Zhao yelled causing the household to panic when he mentioned doctor.

“Everyone came down, I was just laughing so much with a full stomach that it aches suddenly.”

Elizabeth explained putting everyone at ease as they looked at her who seems to be fine. They sighed in relief knowing nothing was wrong with her.

“Lili, you know we are family right?”

Zhao Xinyi suddenly opened up causing a silence in the room. He was the only one in the family who was brave enough to face the girl when it comes to the truth. It was like a taboo for them to push the girl to face reality. So, they got used to watching her suffer despite they know the truth.

“If you have problems, we are always here for you. You just have to let us no.”

“Brother…” Elizabeth started crying as her face turned rosy. She already expected why her brother came home suddenly. But still, facing the truth was hard for her… How will she explain to them what happened that night? How will she explained them that her heart was torn to piece again? However, no matter how much she wishes to explain, the words won’t come out and only pain…

“I– I saw him and it hurts.”

Everyone already knew about her meeting Jayden Sanford but they still hope she tells them. Elder Lady Knightley knew about their meeting since she was there and saw the man himself that night, that’s why she was so worried that she suddenly disappeared without a word.

However, what they don’t know was the fact she was crying for someone else. Her pain was not due to Jayden but because of Shen. To face the man she loves and was even willing to marry her but without love was too painful. Her tears were endless as it rolled down like the rain on her face.

“Why can’t he love me.”

Zhao Xinyi embraces her tightly and comforted her, “Don’t worry, that b*stard don’t deserve you. Who does he think he is to treat you like this?”

It was not just Zhao Xinyi who was furious that night but everyone especially the father of the girl. How they wish to beat the man to death making sure they won’t see him again. But doing that would only lead to more pain for their princess.

Zhao Xinyi continued to comfort her as they all retreat to the lounge for some tea and coffee. “I know, why don’t we all go away for a while?”

Elder Lady Knightley: “That not a bad idea, we haven’t gone on a trip as a whole family.”

Elder Lord Knightley: “It’s true, the last time we were together was on Lizzy’s 18th birthday.”

Lord Knightley: “I’ll have my schedule clear, where should we go?”

Lady Zhao: “I’ll ask Tingting to reschedule the shoot for the movie.”

Zhao Xinyi then looked at her as he wipes off the tears on her face, “So Lili what do you think?”

“Everyone, let’s go…”

…

That night everyone was busy clearing their schedule, for them to suddenly go on a trip without planning ahead was something they’ve never done. In doing this means losing hundreds of millions for Lord Knightley. So what, his daughter was more important than money. His daughter happiness was far more important than going on meeting with greedy old geezers.

Elizabeth went for a walk with Zhao Xinyi around the estate as she told him stories of what she been doing.

“So, when will I meet this Yun Shen?”

Her face turned pale hearing the man’s name. Her heart immediately aches but she tried her best not to show it to her brother. “How do you know about him?”

“Didn’t I even invest in his father’s business.”

“Oh…”

“Do you like him?”

“Brother, what are you talking about. He just helped me once and he’s my boss. I am just his employee.”

Elizabeth answered with such lies and denial. The words coming out from her mouth was like torture to her. Of course, she loves him but it was too late.

“You might not know he likes you.”

Zhao Xinyi already notices the lies his sister was telling him. But he was curious as to why she was showing such painful expression whilst talking about the man. He would expect her to be all fl.u.s.tered and shy.

“Brother, he’ll prefer the Young Princess, not me.”

‘Ah- I see…’ Zhao Xinyi finally realize why his sister was showing such despair in her eyes. Something must have happened between them that the family doesn’t know. “Lili, when do you plan to let the world know who you are?”

“I don’t know Brother, unlike you…”

Elizabeth did not finish her words, for it was wrong of her to compare herself to her brother. For she knew he too has secrets on his own.

“No pressure.” He said as he patted her in the head, “It’s getting late, let’s go inside.”

“Brother, let’s go.” She wraps her arms around him.

…

Early the next day, a couple of cars were parked outside the house.

“Xinyi, make sure to drive safely.” General Zhao instructed seeing his son and niece walking towards one of the cars.

“Brother, when did you buy this sports car?”

“Your dad gave it to me when I was promoted.”

“Daddy really spoiled you when it comes to car, he hasn’t brought me a single one.” Elizabeth frowned jealously of the new sports car her brother received.

“But I brought you countless shoes, bags, clothes, and not to mention the amount of jewelry.”

The man claimed after overhearing the young kids’ conversation.

Elizabeth quickly went to her father’s side and wrap his arms, “Daddy, you know I love all of them.”

“I hope so.”

She then planted a kissed on his cheeks putting the flame away, “I do, with all my heart but having a sports car would be nice.”

“Don’t worry Lizzy, Granddad will buy you one.” Elder Lord Knightley declared.

“No need, Uncle will get you one right away.” General Zhao added.

“Nonsense I get her one.” Elder Chief Zhao frowned.

“She asked me not you.” Lord Knightley coldly looked at them.

Elizabeth sighed as she faces palmed her face, she realizes how stupid of her to ask in front of everyone. ‘What have I done?’

“Lili, let’s go.” Zhao Xinyi said saving her from the awkward situation leaving the four men to quarrel for themselves.

“Thanks.”

“You never learned.” He chuckled thinking how silly she looked earlier as he started the engine and drove ahead.