Peach-Orange! – Chapter 250 – The “Despicable” Promise

Lin Fangya, still lying on the floor, immediately forgot her pain the moment Ye Er walked in. She scrambled to his side, crawling like a dog to tattle.

“Young Master… I-I did as you said and tested Su Tao and Chi Xiaocheng. Who knew… who knew that Su Tao would refuse to play along and actually dared to hit me!”

Lin Fangya struggled to raise her broken arm, wiping her snot and tears on Ye Er’s clothes. “Young Master, you must stand up for me! Su Tao hitting me like this is a blatant disrespect to you! Before, they got rid of Young Master Ye Liang… next… next it might be you!”

As soon as Lin Fangya spoke these words, most of the people present couldn’t help but shake their heads inwardly.

She had truly dug her own grave. Even as a pawn, she was unbearably stupid.

Anger had long overtaken Lin Fangya’s brain. She wasn’t thinking or considering anything, Her mind was fixated on one idea.

She wanted Su Tao dead!

Already foolish, her mind was further clouded, as if connected to a network of rocks.

Hearing her words, even Ye Er couldn’t hide his disgust. Before she could cling to his leg, he kicked her aside.

“Stupid woman, don’t touch me.”

After coldly cursing her, he instantly put on a smile and addressed the other guests. “My apologies, everyone. My dog doesn’t know how to behave and has disturbed you all.”

Without even glancing at Lin Fangya, he turned his gaze to Su Tao.

For a moment, he was struck by the girl’s boldness before shifting his attention to Si Chen. “My apologies, Brother Si Chen. This was all a misunderstanding. You know me, I’m not the type to deliberately target someone.”

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He then feigned surprise at the Ye family waistplate on the floor. “Ah, so this is where my little trinket went. It was stolen.”

Si Chen took a step forward, shielding Su Tao behind him. “Young Master Ye, we’re somewhat acquainted, so there’s no need to beat around the bush. Were you testing where I and Dongfang Yang stand?”

“It seems you’ve also uncovered some interesting things,” Si Chen said meaningfully, glancing at Ye Er. “But I’m afraid I must disappoint you. I can’t speak for Dongfang Yang, but at the very least, I stand with them.”

Ye Er’s expression remained unchanged, still smiling faintly. “Like I said, it’s all a misunderstanding. I have no ill intentions. Miss Su and Miss Chi helped me eliminate Ye Liang, that troublemaker. With one less competitor in the capital, how could I possibly target them?

“It was all this Lin woman acting on her own, trying to borrow my influence. She deserved what she got.”

Su Tao stepped forward. “Then, Young Master Ye, can you hand Lin Fangya over to us?”

Si Chen glanced at Su Tao, wanting to say something but ultimately staying silent. He merely nodded at Ye Er, indicating this was also his intention.

Ye Er sighed apologetically. “I’m afraid that won’t be possible, Miss Su. Lin Fangya used my name, which reflects poorly on me. I must punish her properly. Handing her over to you is out of the question.”

Su Tao frowned, her voice icy. “She not only insulted Xiaocheng but also physically assaulted her.”

Ye Er maintained his smile. “My deepest apologies. Tomorrow, I will send one of her arms to you as compensation. Additionally, I’ll ensure she can never speak again. As for my apology….”

He pulled out a dazzling blue necklace from his pocket. “How about this as a peace offering? A necklace worth millions, there are only a handful like it in the world.”

Su Tao didn’t even think before refusing. “I don’t want the necklace. I—”

Before she could finish, Si Chen reached out to stop her, signaling her to drop the matter.

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Ye Er had no intention of handing Lin Fangya over.

Getting him to apologize and promise punishment was already the best possible outcome.

Pushing further would be overstepping.

Moreover, with so many witnesses, this wasn’t some trivial street argument. Every word and action here would spread.

Su Tao, realizing her misstep after Si Chen’s intervention, suppressed her anger and let him handle the situation.

She turned to Chi Xiaocheng, her expression softening with concern. “Xiaocheng, let me see your face. Does it hurt? And you don’t need to cover your mouth anymore. Let me wipe the blood for you first.”

As Su Tao reached for a tissue, Chi Xiaocheng grabbed her hand.

“I’m fine~”

Chi Xiaocheng’s voice was soft, meant only for Su Tao. Her crimson eyes blinked playfully.

She loosened her grip slightly, revealing no trace of injury on her face.

Su Tao froze, staring at the corner of her lips. “Then this…?”

Chi Xiaocheng grinned mischievously, her pink tongue darting out to lick the spot. “It’s cream. There was a small cake next to me earlier.”

So… Xiaocheng had faked it?

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To get back at Lin Fangya? But how did she know Lin Fangya would act? Was it impulsive retaliation for being bullied, or….

Had Xiaocheng regained some memories?

For a brief moment, Su Tao felt a flicker of joy, but her face also betrayed unease.

However, reality wasn’t as she imagined.

Noticing everyone’s attention was on Si Chen and Ye Er’s conversation, Chi Xiaocheng took Su Tao’s hand.

Her voice, no longer distant, was tender and reliant. “I knew you still cared about me. Before, I didn’t understand why I felt uncomfortable around you. But now I know clearly… Sister Su Tao….”

Chi Xiaocheng looked up, meeting Su Tao’s eyes.

For the first time in a week, she called her “Sister Su Tao” again.

Then, she smiled. “Thank you for protecting me. From now on, please don’t abandon me, okay?”

That feeling… it was truly unbearable.

Not the fabricated, jumbled memories.

‘But before I died, even though I adored you and obeyed your every word, you still drifted further away. That slow, painful sensation of being discarded and ignored.’

‘It hurt.’

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‘Oh, Xiaocheng… you’re so sly, playing with Tao-Tao like this, using pressure to deepen her feelings.’

‘But I can’t help it, Tao-Tao. I just want you to like me a little more, care for me a little more.’

‘So, no matter what happens in the future, don’t throw me away, okay?’

After a dazed pause, Su Tao’s heart swelled with joy and gratitude.

‘Xiaocheng… maybe this question is just because you feel insecure due to your scrambled memories.’

‘You hope I won’t neglect you like in those memories.’

‘Those memories are false.’

‘This question, too, is a coincidence.’

‘But have my promise. No matter how you ask, no matter what memories you have, my love for you is absolute.’

She looked at Chi Xiaocheng just as earnestly and nodded firmly. “Don’t worry, Xiaocheng. I’ll never abandon you again!”

This answer—

It was for the past, the present, and the future.