After Teasing the Crazy Mermaid, He Actually Deceived Me into Marriage - Chapter 39

During their first encounter, Si Xi pretended to fall from a swing and framed Si Tang, causing her to be locked in the attic by their father.

If Si Tang hadn’t secretly called her grandmother after being released and was taken away by the Yun family, the young girl wouldn’t have known how to cope with it all.

Si Chenfeng had married a new wife, and that malicious girl, who was so vicious at such a tender age, turned out to be her half-sister. Her father even declared he would bring her back into the Si family.

It was Grandma Lin Sui of the Yun family who stepped in and firmly put a stop to it.

“Who you marry is none of my concern, but this illegitimate daughter is not allowed into the Si family! If she returns, how will others view our Tang? And if you dare treat Tang like this again, don’t blame me for being ruthless!”

After all, she was just a daughter. Si Chenfeng didn’t push further. The Yun and Si families had been close for generations, and the Yun family had even saved the Si family from ruin. Their fates were already deeply intertwined.

It was said that Si Xi was later sent by Chen Yue to be raised by her brother, Chen Ji.

Later, when Si Tang went missing, Si Chenfeng, now with a son, was determined to make it up to Chen Yue. He had Chen Xi renamed Si Xi and officially entered into the family registry. Only then did the Yun family reluctantly acquiesce.

But no one expected Si Tang to return.

So…how could Si Tang still be alive and return?

From the shadows of the crowd, Si Xi glared venomously at Si Tang, who was the center of attention. Seeing He Moheng smile at her and knowing they were about to get engaged, jealousy burned in her eyes.

Why did she get to have everything? Even her deceased mother still cared for her from beyond the grave. The fixed assets left to Si Tang were already more than enough, and now there was even an undisclosed share inheritance! Back then, the Yun family had forced her father not to bring Si Tang back into the Si family, just so she wouldn’t be wronged. Why did everyone love her?

Si Tang should have died three years ago! Then Father would be hers, and Brother Moheng would be hers too!

On stage, Lin Sui, dressed grandly for the occasion, took the microphone from the host and addressed the guests.

“Welcome, esteemed guests, to my granddaughter Si Tang’s birthday banquet. I, Lin Sui, thank you all for gracing us with your presence. I am overjoyed to be part of such an important day, and I sincerely wish my precious granddaughter happiness every day and a joyful life ahead.”

“Moreover, on this significant occasion, I would like to announce something to everyone here.”

“As you may have heard, this banquet was personally organized by our Yun family. My granddaughter, Si Tang, will use this important day to announce her choice of fiancé to everyone.”

Cheers and blessings erupted from the crowd. Many young talents eagerly looked on, and some bold, uninformed suitors even took the opportunity to profess their love on the spot.

“Grandma Yun, marry your granddaughter to my Zhuang family! I’ll ensure she wants for nothing and cherish her above all else!”

“Grandma, consider me! My Qi family in the capital is also well-regarded. I’m willing to sign a prenuptial agreement if I ever treat Miss Si poorly, I’ll leave with nothing!”

“Hey, don’t forget me! I’ve had a crush on Miss Si for years. If she marries me, she’ll be in charge of everything, whether it’s the family businesses or the companies!”

Si Tang watched the lively crowd with a faint smile, saying nothing.

Beside her, Lin Sui shot her a look that said, “See? I told you so.”

Her granddaughter was perfect in every way breathtakingly beautiful, talented, and accomplished. Aside from that He Moheng, who wasn’t easy to control? In her opinion, marriage should be to someone manageable. She thought the young men from earlier were quite suitable, at least they showed enough sincerity.

Amid the noisy chatter, Si Tang took the microphone but remained silent for a long time. Her gaze lingered on He Moheng for only a moment before drifting away.

He Moheng stood calmly in the center, exuding an air of complete control. His friend beside him felt something was off, but seeing He Moheng’s composure, he relaxed.

In the corner, 8856 was so startled that he dropped his cake. Si Tang’s eyes swept through the crowd as if she were genuinely considering alternative candidates.

This, Miss Si, please don’t choose anyone!

Sensing the chilling aura beside him about to freeze him solid, Fan Yi’s face darkened. His gaze repeatedly swept over the young men who had just professed their love, and the trident-shaped brooch on his chest trembled faintly, as if it might transform into blades and pierce through them at any moment.

What a fine “husband-selection banquet.”

Was she really going through with it?

“Lord Fan Yi.” 8856 wanted to say something to salvage the situation. “Why don’t, you try saying something to catch her attention? What if you get chosen?”

As soon as he finished speaking, he saw Lord Fan Yi’s brow twitch slightly. He lifted his eyes, his gloomy gaze fixed intently on Si Tang on the stage.

His eyes were deep and shadowy, and just as he was racking his brains to say something to draw her attention, Si Tang’s gaze suddenly swept over and collided with his.

Under the expectant eyes of the crowd, a strikingly beautiful yet unfamiliar face abruptly entered Si Tang’s line of sight.

Gloomy dark eyes tinged with a faint blue light, ink-black hair tips cascading down, lips curved in a faint, ambiguous smile, his strikingly handsome features were tinged with shadows.

Most importantly, his silhouette bore an eighty percent resemblance to the one in her dreams.

Si Tang’s heart trembled, and her hand pointed at him before her mind could catch up.

“I want him.”

Fan Yi had been brooding in the corner, consumed by jealousy, thinking that if she dared choose someone else, he would simply summon waves to capsize the ship and take everyone down with him.

Hearing her words, he froze momentarily.

As Si Tang’s declaration settled, all eyes instantly turned in the direction she pointed.