Chapter 258: Different Thoughts, Her Disappearance

irritable, and at the same time confused, as if some truth had been concealed by something, and he had been deceived and plotted against.But at the corner, Qiao Bao'er took a deep breath, "What got in...Where is your sister-in-law

At seven o'clock in the evening, everyone was seated at the long dining table in the main hall of the Jun family estate, waiting for dinner. The atmosphere was relaxed and cheerful with lively conversation.

Fang Da Ma led the maidservants in serving the dishes in an orderly manner. The dishes were richer than usual, and finally, she carefully carried a three-tiered birthday cake to the table. However, Jun Zhi Yan asked with a puzzled look, "Where is my sister-in-law", and everyone's faces changed immediately.

Today is Jun Zhiyan's birthday, Pei Haoran and Lu Qinian were also called over to join the fun. Actually, it was Mr. Jun's idea because there have been too many unfortunate things happening to the Jun family recently, including missing his 80th birthday this year. Taking advantage of Zhiyan's small birthday, he wants everyone to relax a bit.

Ke Jun sat gracefully at the dinner table, gazing around for a while. She noticed that someone was missing and hesitated for a long time before timidly asking, "Where is my sister-in-law"

At that moment, everyone seemed to not know how to answer her.

Jun's beauty was self-contained, and her thoughts were particularly simple. Seeing the old master Jun, who had specially put on a festive Tang suit today, frown slightly at her innocent and straightforward question, made him feel a little embarrassed.

" Qiao Bao'er is not your sister-in-law."

Jiang Meili glared fiercely at her daughter, her usually elegant and graceful demeanor laced with a chilling coldness. "From now on, you're not allowed to call her sister-in-law. She doesn't deserve it."

Junzhi's beauty was scolded by her mother. Her startled eyes narrowed, and she opened her mouth to speak but hesitated.

Like a child who has done something wrong, she lowered her head, appearing uneasy and self-conscious.

"Aunt, Zhiyan is being disrespectful. I'll have a word with her later."

Xia Chuixue was also there. Seeing that the atmosphere was a little stiff, she immediately smiled and spoke up to ease the tension.

“That night, Qiao Bao’er wanted to leave our Jun family on her own. She even killed our Jun family's child! Before she was pregnant, we all carefully took care of her. What has she ever done for our Jun family What qualifications does someone like that have to stay” Jiang Meili seemed to really hate Qiao Bao’er. Just mentioning her name made her face turn grim.

"No, sister-in-law said she won't leave..."

Jun Zhiyan suddenly raised her head and subconsciously retorted.

Jiang Meili's eyes were sharp and cruel, "Zhiyan, when did you become so disobedient!" This frightened Jun Zhiyan to immediately shut her mouth and lower her head again, sheepishly.

"Well, today is Zhiyan's birthday."

Elder Master Jun favored his granddaughter. He glanced at Mei Li Chao Jiang, his gravelly old voice cold and stern, yet with a hint of guilt. He didn't want to bring up what happened that night anymore.

Soon everyone fell silent and ate in an orderly manner.

Xià Cuì Xuě occasionally glanced toward Jūn Zhī Mù, finding him composed as ever, seemingly uninterested in their recent conversation. He held his knife and fork with grace, cutting into a piece of beef.

As guests, Pei Haoran and the others naturally wouldn't say too much. However, when their dinner was almost over, he unexpectedly mentioned, " Qiao Baoer went missing at lunchtime today."

One word, and the rare peaceful atmosphere turned stiff again.

"What's wrong with her" Lu Qinan asked anxiously, rushing to follow.

She's been staying at her friend Zhu Xiaowei's place lately. I heard that Zhu Xiaowei's mother kicked her out at lunchtime. Pei Haoran said this in a calm tone.

"Zhi Mu, have you heard anything from her"

Jun Zhimu had finished his steak, put down his knife and fork, and was sipping water while looking up at Pei Haoran. At the same table, Xia Chuixue's face was a little ugly. She pursed her lips and wanted to interrupt and say something.

Fang Da Ma had been standing behind the counter in the restaurant, she could hear the conversation from the tables, and instantly her face flickered with a complex expression as she glanced at Xia Chui Xue. She lowered her head slightly. Xia Chui Xue was unwilling to help Qiao Bao'er, now she understood.

"Stupid!"

Lu Qinan wore an angry expression, losing interest in the food on his plate. He pushed the plate to one side and angrily cursed, “That dead woman Qiao Bao'er is really stupid. She got chased away, why wouldn't she just die and stop being lazy”

He didn't bother with any politeness. He got up from his chair and said to Old Master Jun, "Grandpa, I have something to attend to, so I'll be going first. Enjoy your meal."

The maid behind him immediately stepped forward to move his chair for him. Lu Qinan turned his head and quickly said to Jun Zhiyan, "Happy birthday."

With strides that were long and quick, he stormed off in a fury, disappearing from sight.

Those at the table sat in silence, their gazes complex as they watched Lu Qinian hurry away. They all understood where he was going.

They all seemed to have unspoken understanding, no longer mentioning the name ' Qiao Baoer'. Besides Xia Chuxue's gaze occasionally drifting towards Jun Zhi Mu, the others acted as if they were completely indifferent to the matter.

Fang Da Ma cut a birthday cake for them, and everyone ate a few small bites quietly, each with their own thoughts.blemaker.""Lu Qinan, are you looking for a beating!" Qiao Ba'er turned her head and glared at him fiercely, ruining my image."Xiaoxue, don't get too close to her. Qiao Baor has a tendency towards viol...