Chapter 181 Backing You Up

Yun Jinglan and Su Junyao were ostensibly supporting the old man, but in reality, they were trying to calm him down so he wouldn't impulsively hit Lord Yun.

"Dad, Chiu Chiu is alright."

Yun Jinglan meant what she said; knowing Qiuqiu as she did, she was definitely faking it. But General Yun didn't know that! In his heart, Qiuqiu was the most innocent and adorable little darling; she would never feign fainting and being wronged.

"Don't try to comfort me, I won't feel at ease if I don't see Chuchu."

"I'm not trying to comfort you, Qiuqiu..." With Lord Yun following behind, Yun Jinglan couldn't say it outright. Qiuqiu must have her reasons for doing this, and Dongxiao, seeing how she managed to spread the word like this, those two are definitely up to no good!

"Never mind, you'll know when you meet her."

Chiu Chiu was picky about where she was sent, and with Dong Xiao's help, she was taken to Yun Xiangling's place. She lay on the young lady's soft, fragrant bed, almost falling asleep. Why wasn't anyone paying attention to her yet?

The little dumpling on the bed trembled, but the anxious Yun Xiangling didn't notice.

After her mother was placed under house arrest, she was also imprisoned, with no one to turn to for help. When Qiuqiu finally managed to visit, she was so frightened by Aunt Zhao that she fainted.

"Will Qiuqiu be alright? Miss Dongxiao, what did the doctor say?"

Fang'er was taken into custody by Aunt Zhao's men, and Yun Xiangling was unable to learn anything from the outside world, and didn't even get to see the doctor.

Dong Xiao: "Miss Yun, don't worry, our young lady will be fine. You should be careful, though."

Yun Xiangling had lost a lot of weight; her clothes hung loosely on her body, her chin was pointed, and her large, tearful eyes evoked pity in people.

She covered her face with her hands and tears streamed down her face uncontrollably: "Waaah, it's because I'm unlucky."

Chiu Chiu lay on the bed, anxiously wondering why she had suddenly started crying.

What bad luck! Having me is your blessing!

Qiuqiu was confident enough. Since she had promised Gao Xun, she would definitely keep her word; she believed they were a match made in heaven and that no one could possibly separate them!

From today onwards, her name will be changed to Love Guardian!

Dong Xiao could clearly feel that Qiu Qiu was getting excited, so she quickly patted her and said, "Lie down properly, people are coming soon."

Yun Xiangling was taken aback, pointing in surprise at the motionless Qiuqiu on the bed: "Who is she?"

"Shh!" Dong Xiao said, "My young lady wants to help you. It was Lord Gao who sent us."

"Gao Xun?" Yun Xiangling blushed slightly and smiled shyly. She trusted Gao Xun, and she also trusted Qiuqiu. She covered her mouth, "Whatever Qiuqiu says goes."

There must be a reason why Chuchu did this.

Yun Xiangling is unaware that she is gradually becoming a fan of chirping, and may even bring Gao Xun into the same boat.

Yun Jinglan pushed open the door and came in. Yun Xiangling and Dong Xiao were sitting around the bed watching over Qiuqiu. Before Lady Yun could squeeze in, Dong Xiao made a gesture to her and glanced at Yun Xiangling. How could she not know?

She released General Yun's hand, rushed to the bedside, and threw herself onto Qiuqiu: "My daughter, poor thing. Who could be so cruel as to hurt you!"

Chiu Chiu almost lost her composure, exclaiming, "I overdid it, Mom! I almost laughed!"

Yun Jinglan, who was initially able to continue acting, almost burst out laughing. She was about to lose the act herself.

The father-in-law and son-in-law, who heard Qiuqiu's inner thoughts behind her, were relieved; Qiuqiu was really acting.

General Yun was still furious. He knew that it must have been the Yun family who had done something wrong to make his precious granddaughter act in a play!

"Yun Sheng, where is your aunt? She's ruined my Qiu Qiu like this and she hasn't even come to apologize!"

Lord Yun was reluctant to let Aunt Zhao come. He spoiled Aunt Zhao; she was beautiful but not very bright, and if she said the wrong thing, she might offend the Su and Yun families even more.

He wants to solve the problem, not escalate the conflict.

"Are you still protecting her?" General Yun asked Lord Yun angrily, pointing his finger at him.

In her heart, Chiu Chiu showered her grandfather with praise: "Grandpa is mighty! Defeat the bad guys!"

General Yun had heard countless compliments in his life, but Qiu Qiu's praise pleased him the most. This only made him more displeased with Lord Yun.

He won't let anyone who makes his little grandson unhappy have a good time!

"Tell her to get over here and see me!"

Old Madam Yun roared so loudly that just then Yun Zihan pushed open the door and entered. He was so startled that he trembled and stumbled back, bumping into Madam Yun who was about to come in.

"ah!"

Madam Yun exclaimed in surprise, as Yun Zihan's chubby body hurt when he stepped on her instep.

Hearing the noise, General Yun looked towards the door, stared at Madam Yun for a long time, and asked uncertainly, "Are you the daughter of the Xu family?"

Madam Yun's eyes welled up with tears. General Yun asked her if she was the daughter of the Xu family, not the wife of the Yun family. She hadn't seen her old friends for a long time since her family had suffered a disaster and moved south.

"Uncle Yun, it's me."

General Yun's anger subsided instantly. He sighed softly and said nothing more, stepping aside. Lord Yun gave Madam Yun a grateful look, which she ignored.

Madam Yun did not expect that General Yun would come in person. She wanted to ask him for help, but she did not know if he would help her.

The room fell silent instantly because of the silence between the two parties.

Chiu Chiu waited and waited, but her grandfather didn't continue to exert force. [Did he fire a dud?]

No, Xiangling is waiting for me to save her!

General Yun's ears perked up immediately. Compared to the fat and big-eared Yun Zihan, Yun Xiangling and her daughter looked particularly weak. He sat down with a flick of his robe and asked, "Daughter of the Xu family, you don't look too well. Have you encountered any difficulties?"

Lord Yun's heart tightened. Did this mean he was going to side with his wife?

"Shut up! Bring the person here, or I'll have all the elders come and show them what kind of people these juniors are who disrespect their elders and bully their little aunt!"

Lord Yun's power has waned, and his political achievements have made no progress. He only got his current position because of his father-in-law before he lost power, and although he hasn't been promoted for over ten years, he's still quite satisfied. If he offends the Yun family again, he'll be sent to a remote post sooner or later.

"Zihan, call your mother over to apologize to your aunt."

The cowardly Yun Zihan didn't dare to utter a sound and slunk away.

With so many people in the room, they naturally wouldn't wait for just one concubine, so they directly told Dongxiao to step forward and make things clear.

I added a little embellishment to the language, and used it to support Chiu Chiu's indignant sentiments...

A muddle-headed father, a weak mother, a wicked aunt, and the unfortunate Xiangling—it's truly a tragic situation!

Lord Yun wiped the cold sweat from his brow. "I didn't expect the maids in the Marquis's mansion to be so eloquent."

He now feels like he's not even human!

Yun Jinglan shook the little dumpling on the bed and coldly questioned Lord Yun: "Lord Yun, do you know what my little dumpling is doing at your residence?"

"I wouldn't know that. Are you here to have fun?"

"Hmph, my little chick doesn't have time to play. She has important matters to discuss."

If he weren't so weak, he really wanted to make Yun Jinglan listen to her and see if there was something wrong with what she was saying. What could this little kid do if he didn't play?

"I wonder what advice Auntie Qiuqiu has for me?"

“Our little chick is here to be a matchmaker.”

Lord Yun: "?"

Did he hear it right?

"Could it be that they're trying to set Xiangling up as a matchmaker?"

"Of course it's her."

"Who are you telling this to?"

"Commander of the Imperial Guards, Gao Xun."

Lord Yun's legs went weak, and he steadied himself by leaning against the wall. "Oh no, I'm really in trouble this time!"

(End of this chapter)