Reborn Aristocrat: Return of the Vicious Heiress
chapter-1217

“You don’t have to worry about that. I”m sure you know better than me, how talented the heiresses here at the gala really are. Besides, I know the owner of Boya Pavilion, who used to be a talented girl who explored Capital city together with me. Wen Xinya can easily deal with these people.”

Xia Ruya sneered to herself, Lin Yingxin is so silly to think that everyone in this world is superficial and inferior to her. Little does she know that there’s something in this world called natural talent. Wen Xinya is a perfect example, for she possesses a unique talent in the four arts. Besides, she has the guidance of a competent teacher. Hence, she can surpass everyone within a short period of time.

As much as Xia Ruya hated to admit that Wen Xinya was indeed very outstanding, she had no choice but to do so.

Wen Xinya’s outstanding nature was the reason for the jealousy and resentment that had developed within Xia Ruya’s heart.

Lin Yingxin squinted and exclaimed in disbelief, “You actually know the owner of Boya Pavilion!?!”

That’s probably Xia Ruya’s trump card, isn’t it? That’s why she was so confident and carefree about plotting against Wen Xinya. As long as the owner tampers with the guest list, Wen Xinya wold be able to win. She thought.

Xia Ruya remained silent with a smile.

Boya Pavilion was indeed one of Xia Ruya’s trump cards in dealing with Wen Xinya. She did not mind letting Lin Yingxin know about it. Although Lin Yingxin had reaped benefits from the Heiress’ Gala, she could also be ruined by it. Hence, she knew the pros and cons better than anyone else and naturally wouldn’t tell anyone else about it.

Besides, Lin Yingxin was the main star of the gala. If Xia Ruya did not reassure her and give her a peace of mind, she might just ruin the former’s plans.

Lin Yingxin tried to suppress her shock and calm herself down before saying, “Since Wen Xinya is that capable and had earned the praises of the host, how are you so sure that I can defeat Wen Xinya after she wins the title? What if I accidentally lose to her and ruin my own reputation?”

However, Lin Yingxin had already adjusted her mindset and put on a solemn mindset. She thought, Xia Ruya is much more scheming and devious than I had imagined. She also has plenty of resources and trump cards. Choosing to work with her is not a bad idea.

This time, Xia Ruya was the mastermind of the scheme while Lin Yingxin was the one carrying it out at the front. Hence, she was bearing a huge risk. If she were to lose to Wen Xinya, she would end up losing the reputation that she had painstakingly been coveting. She would then have paved the way for Wen Xinya. Hence, she felt the need to ask clearly.

Xia Ruya smiled innocently and asked, “Have you ever heard of a Traditional Chinese herb called jimsonweed?”

Wen Xinya knew quite a bit about Traditional Chinese Medicine techniques because she had been learning from Old Mr. Du. However, Xia Ruya was confident that she was not inferior to Wen Xinya in terms of knowledge.

Lin Yingxin suddenly thought, She’s got an angelic face but the heart of a devil. Goosebumps formed on her skin and she exclaimed, “Is jimsonweed a type of flower?”

She was a little uncertain.

Of course, Xia Ruya did not plan to keep her in any more suspense since she had already tempted her. “Jimsonweed is a type of flower that is vibrant and resplendent in color. It’s also a commonly used drug that has a wide variety of uses like calming the senses, easing pain and providing anesthetic effects. But of course, it’s also poisonous!”

Xia Ruya looked exceptionally daunting when she stressed on the word “poisonous”.

Lin Yingxin began panting heavily and she shook her head anxiously. “No… that can’t do. I’m not going to commit a crime.”

Xia Ruya began chuckling in a crisp and loud voice that was as clear as a bell. “What are you getting flustered for? I’m not getting you to do something illegal. Even if we poison her, you won’t be the one doing it. You’ll have nothing to do with it, so what are you so worried about?”

Although her laughter was pleasant to the ears, Lin Yingxin found it horrifyingly demonic. “You… what are you trying to do? Don’t you dare drag me into this.”

She suddenly regretted her decision to work with Xia Ruya.

Xia Ruya laughed silently and said, “Hah, I was just teasing you. If you’re not willing to commit a crime, why would I be willing to do so? I’m not so silly as to sacrifice myself just to take revenge on someone.”

Of course, she would only do so when it was her last resort.

Lin Yingxin felt a huge sense of relief and she asked, “What exactly do you mean?”

She was sure that Xia Ruya didn’t just say those words for fun out of spontaneity.

Xia Ruya said, “There won’t be any adverse health effects if one were to take jimsonweed in small amounts. However, jimsonweed is poisonous in large amounts and overdosing would result in hallucinations, fatigue, and exhilaration. It would also stimulate the brain to carry out vigorous activity. It might even cause delirium. However, the toxic effects of jimsonweed will dissipate within four to six hours and no one will be able to find out anything as long as we destroy all evidence.”

“Oh, I see,” said Lin Yingxin, who finally understood that she was planning to use jimsonweed to cause Wen Xinya’s mental state to be disrupted during the talent showdown so that she would perform poorly.

Xia Ruya continued, “In order to be safe, I’ve spiked Wen Xinya’s cakes and tea with a small amount of jimsonweed which would make it go unnoticed. However, if she takes both the cakes and tea together, the toxic effects will take place.”

She did not forget the fact that Wen Xinya had learned about Traditional Chinese Medicine from Old Mr. Du and hence, was rather conscientious because she was afraid that Wen Xinya would discover that something was amiss.

“Fine, I’ll work with you.” After giving it some thought, Lin Yingxin decided that she would not be at a disadvantage. Since Xia Ruya had already planned everything so meticulously, there was no reason for her to turn her down.

Xia Ruya smirked and thought to herself, Once Wen Xinya fails during the showdown and suffer the toxic effects of jimsonweed, she will lose control of herself and begin acting deliriously. Others are not going to think that I spiked Wen Xinya’s food and drink. They’re just going to think that Wen Xinya is angry and ashamed for losing the showdown and hence, lost her temper.

Anyway, Wen Xinya used to be a gangster and everyone will just think that she’s showing her true colors and that she is a leopard who cannot change her spots.

By then, Wen Xinya’s reputation will be ruined and everyone will deem her as a pretentious woman. I will be able to clear my name too.

Once I arrange everything properly, it’s only a matter of time before my reputation is improved.

That was Xia Ruya’s plan.