The Sweet Rival (Mango Shen and Nathaniel Ye)

"Who's there?"

The gatekeepers finally found them and quickly went forward to ask.

Mango let out a laugh. Before she could say anything, she heard the other party say respectfully, "Madam? You've recovered from your illness? And who is this person beside you?" Nathaniel's face suddenly darkened.

"Are you blind? Take a good look at her. Are you sure she's the heiress?"

The man fixed his eyes on her and examined her from head to toe. Then, he replied, "Miss, you seem to have gotten a little chubby."

"Open up your d*mn eyes and look carefully!"

Nathaniel was on the verge of anger.

Mango quickly stopped him.

"It's useless even if you explain it to them. Marissa looks just like me and I was surprised as well when I first saw her. I guess Abyss had a plan to make me look exactly like her, so that I can become her substitute in the future."

Mango whispered silently to Nathaniel.

Then, Nathaniel held her hand tightly and said in a low voice, "No matter what, you're still you. I definitely won't allow the substitution to happen!"

"I believe in you, but I guess we're not in control of this matter."

As they spoke, a couple had already walked out of the house. When they saw Mango and Nathaniel, their eyes were filled with tears.

"My daughter, you're finally back."

The woman took a step forward and hugged Mango tightly.

Just as Nathaniel wanted to push the woman away, a swarm of reporters flooded in with their cameras in hand.

"Ms. Fang, have you recovered?"

"I heard that you're getting engaged to Abyss Tang, the president of Tang Group. Is it true?"

"Miss, when is your wedding?"

The reporters bombarded them with countless questions.

Nathaniel's eyes suddenly turned cold. He wanted to rush over and pull Mango over, but she shook her head and refused.

Since the Fang family was eager to replace their daughter, how could this scene continue if she didn't act along with it?

Upon seeing Mango this way, Nathaniel was worried about her health and wellbeing. Despite that, he knew that Mango wouldn't put herself in a dangerous situation or suffer any losses. Furthermore, he had also made a few arrangements outside to ensure her safety. After that, he left the scene silently under the pressure of the crowd.

When the Fang family couple saw Nathaniel being pushed away, they immediately ordered people to secretly escort him out.

After Mrs. Fang hugged Mango and cried for a moment, she quickly pulled the younger woman into her embrace. Although outsiders may think that Mrs. Fang was caring for her, Mango knew that it was a threatening act.

This is because her hands were held forcefully and she couldn't exert any strength to resist the older lady at all.

For the sake of the safety of her child, she had to restrain herself from going against them. She decided to observe and see what the Fang family will do to her this time.

Meanwhile, Mrs. Fang pretended to be pitiful in front of the media and said, "You have all worked hard. My daughter Marissa has just recovered from her illness, and she's still not in a good condition. I hope that you guys won't pressure her too much. As for the marriage with the Tang family, we will announce this when the time comes. Since our daughter needs some rest, you guys should leave now." Several reporters also showed a kind and considerate attitude when they heard Mrs. Fang's words.

"Yes, definitely. We are all happy to see that Ms. Fang is back. Let's not disturb their family reunion. Let's come back next time."

"Yes, you're right. Let's leave now."

Soon, the reporters left gradually. However, there was no trace of Nathaniel at this moment.

Mango looked at the woman in front of her. The woman seemed like she was roughly in her forty or fifties, and she had a beautiful appearance. However, it seemed that she didn't dare to look Mango in the eyes.

When everyone left, the woman said in a low voice, "I know that you are not happy with it, but we're helpless too. If you wanna survive, you'd better cooperate with us. We also want to finish this act as soon as possible so that Marissa can be buried safely."

Mango sneered and she didn't say anything.

There were no words left for her to say and it was unnecessary.

Mr. Fang glanced at Mango. Indeed, Mango looked just like her daughter. If it wasn't for the fact that he knew in advance that his daughter was no longer around, he might have truly mistaken Mango for her. Upon noticing the emotional look in his eyes, Mango sighed and said, "I've met Marissa a few times and we're considered acquaintances. As long as you guys don't cross the line, I'll ensure your safety." "You and Marissa are friends?"

The woman was very surprised.

"How is that possible? Marissa seldom goes out, she..."

"We've met each other in the Underground City."

Hearing this, the couple's expression immediately changed.

"Where is Desmond Blu? I want to see him."

Mango came to the Fang family household in search for Desmond.

Mrs. Fang paused for a moment and said, "Let's not talk about Desmond. Let's go in first. There are so many people staring at us outside, so we'd better leave now. You'd better cooperate with us if you don't wish to risk your husband's safety." "Mrs. Fang, I don't like how you're threatening me like this. It may be easier for you guys if I cooperate. But if I don't, I have my ways to disclose this to the public. If your family can afford to hire the reporters, I definitely can too."

Mango's face darkened a little.

At this moment, Mr. Fang suddenly came to his senses.

Mango was not his daughter!

His daughter was already dead!

And Marissa would never talk to him like that!

His eyes lit up for a moment and said, "Come on, let's go in."

Mrs. Fang immediately shut up when she saw that he didn't respond.

It seemed that Mrs. Fang truly obeyed her husband.

After that, Mango entered their house together with Victoria and Josiah.

It seemed that the Fang family was very powerful. Mango had learnt this piece of information from Newell. Upon seeing the household's layout and decoration, she finally had an idea of their influential and significant status.

There was an ancient garden design filled with pavilions and artificial ponds. Everything was built according to the specifications of their ancestors and they still maintained their tradition.

After Mango passed through the arch doors one after another, she felt as if she had travelled back to ancient times.

The Fang couple couldn't help but glance at her after they saw that she looked relax and at ease.

If only Marissa had the same temperament as her, would she still choose to stay by their side?

At the thought of this, they became a little teary.

"Stop staring and go in quickly. There's someone waiting for you."

"Is it Isla Fang?"

Mango directly voiced out.

Isla's endurance was amazing as she was able to wait patiently behind the scenes for her opportunity to come. No one else could do this, except for her.

Isla might have been scheming against Mango from the moment she fell in love with Nathaniel.

She was old and terrifying. Therefore, Mango didn't have much confidence if she were to go against Isla head-on. However, everything would take a turn if Nathaniel was supporting her.

Seeing the smile on Mango's face, Mrs. Fang sighed and said, "Since you know who she is, then hurry up and enter. Since you and my daughter are quite similar, let me kindly remind you that Isla is an elder o our family and she has a very important position here. She has all the final say in the Fang family. Furthermore, don't think that you can look down on her just because she's old. Let me tell you, her interpersonal connections and abilities are beyond what you think."

"Thank you."

Mango nodded and didn't say anything else.

Of course, she dared not look down upon Isla. After all, Mango had suffered losses because of Isla and she definitely would not be controlled by her once again.

Josiah wanted to say something, but he changed his mind eventually.

As they passed through the arched doors, they soon arrived at the hall.

This design of the hall was very antique and the two redwood gates were opened. In the middle hall, portraits of the Fang family's ancestors were displayed. Meanwhile, Isla could be seen sitting in the middle while she looked coldly at Mango and Marissa's parents, who were walking towards her.

"Kneel down!"

Isla let out a furious roar and everyone in the room was shocked.

However, Mango stood in front of her coldly and asked, "Lady Isla, what makes you think I should kneel to you?"

"Why else do you think so? In the Ye family, I'm your mother-in-law. I'm the elder of the Fang family here, so you have to listen to me no matter what!"

Upon hearing Islas shameless reply, Mango immediately let out a laugh.

"Madam Ye died a long time ago. Perhaps you are a ghost? You say I have to obey your words here in the Fang household, but I'm not associated with you guys, right?"

"Mango Shen, do you really think that you are still in the Ye family? Or do you think that Merle will protect you? Let me tell you, I have the final say in the Fang family. You have to listen to me no matter what you do! Moreover, from now on, you are not Mango, you are Marissa!"

Isla's expression was very ugly, she looked even worse than when she left the Ye family. If it weren't for the fact that she was sitting at a distance, Mango really wondered if the older lady was ill. Mango scoffed at Isla's words.

"I am definitely Mango Shen. If you want to replace Marissa with me, you ought to prove your ability in doing so. Why don't we talk about what happened five years ago when I had my cosmetic surgery?" Isla sneered and said, "You are too naive. Do you really think that I invited you here today as a guest? You're nothing in comparison to me. Let her kneel to me!"

As she spoke, a few burly men immediately walked out from the hall. Each of them held sticks in their hands as they wanted to strike Mango's knees.

"Wait a minute!"

When Mango saw the sticks in their hands, she instantly felt a little weak.

She was concerned about the child in her belly.

Isla wore a big grin on her face when she saw the look of panic and fear in Mango's eyes.

"What's wrong? Are you afraid now?"