Chapter 17 Si Yao Apologizes to Baby's Mother
"Auntie?"
"Then isn't this another young lady from the Si family?"
"The Si family doesn't have another young lady."
"You may not know this, but the Si family's biological daughter was stolen at birth. Later, Madam Si missed her daughter so much that she adopted Si Yao and raised her. Three years ago, the Si family's biological daughter was found and married to the same man as her adopted daughter. At that time, the whole capital knew about it."
"My God, both married to the same man, if you ask me, this biological daughter is too shameless, she just got recognized and she's already stealing her adopted daughter's husband."
"The husband you're talking about, could it be General Su?"
"That's right..."
In an instant, rumors spread like wildfire among the people of the capital.
Back then, Si He was the biological daughter of the Si family, so she was the principal wife, while Si Yao was the adopted daughter and thus the secondary wife.
But anyone with eyes could see that the husband should have been General Si Yao, because Si Yao wore bright red on her wedding day.
Furthermore, General Si Yao and General Su returned together after achieving military merits, making them an even better match.
Therefore, everyone guessed that Si He must have stolen Si Yao's husband.
The woman before me is that shameless general's wife and her unloved child.
The crowd looked at them with disdain.
She's standing here demanding justice and an apology, but in reality, she's just jealous of General Si's bravery, military achievements, and noble title.
Hearing the whispers of the people, Si Yao was in high spirits and went to Si He.
"Sister, since you returned to the Si family, I have been tolerant of you in every way. Today is the day my husband returns in triumph. Are you deliberately blocking my way because you want to win the general's favor?"
"Don't worry, I won't compete with you for a man's favor. After all, I don't rely on men for support, and I disdain your domestic tricks."
"Make way, I need to go fetch the general!"
Si Yao reached out and patted Si He's shoulder in a generous manner.
To the man, it was just an ordinary greeting.
But Sihe dodged it.
She was never afraid of what others said, and she could let go of wealth and status, but she could never lose her integrity.
She said coldly, "Even the emperor is subject to the same laws as commoners. Just now, many eyes saw you riding your horse and hitting people. You are so magnanimous, surely you won't bother with me here just because of an apology, right?"
"Si He, don't push your luck!" Si Zhao's face turned red and his neck bulged; he had really had enough.
Just then, a slap landed on his face from who-knows-where, and Si Zhao got so angry that he beat up the people around him.
Qingbao frowned and said, "It's noisy, it's noisy with the rats."
If this were in the underworld, they'd all be caught and deep-fried until golden brown and crispy, making the neighbor's kids drool.
Unfortunately, there are too many people here, so Qingbao can't really show off her skills.
"Oh? So many eyes are watching? Tell me, who saw it?" Si Yao turned to look at the guards at the gate.
The officers and soldiers shrank back and quickly hid in the crowd.
The other people also immediately fell silent.
The women let out envious screams.
"General Si is a role model for us all."
"It's so cool to shut a man up with your own strength."
"She really gave us women a run for our money!"
Si Yao's vanity was further satisfied, and she continued to look at Si He, "Even if I don't go to pick up the general, I have plenty of time to deal with you."
"If anyone comes forward and says that I bumped into you, then I will apologize."
These words were spoken.
Si He was suddenly surrounded by empty space.
Just then, a little baby next to the teacher quietly raised his chubby hand and said in a clear, crisp voice,
"I saw the person you hit... Waaah."
The next moment, the adorable child was covered by her family members and dragged into the crowd.
Qingbao shouted, "I saw it too! You're the one who hit someone!"
These words were spoken.
The surrounding children chimed in, "Me...I saw it too."
"Father, Mother, why don't we tell the truth?"
"Grandma, didn't you teach me to be honest?"
The children who were watching the commotion started to chime in when someone took the lead.
One of the little boys was slapped as soon as he spoke.
He cried out, “Our teacher taught us to be honest, but you adults lie. You are not our role models.”
The children's innocent words immediately made the surrounding people feel ashamed.
The children brought by the teacher all had such innocent and pure eyes, untainted by any self-interest.
A reasonable person quietly spoke up, "General Si, please apologize."
The discussion grew louder again.
Si Yao's cheeks felt hot and flushed.
What's the meaning?
Is this still her fault?
"You are currently enjoying great influence. If this matter becomes a big deal, what will happen if it reaches the ears of His Majesty or the civil and military officials?"
With a serious little face, Qingbao spoke in a clear, crisp voice.
She always understood people's hearts, and people's hearts are more terrifying than ghosts.
But children are the most innocent and kind-hearted babies in the world. If they don't go astray, they will definitely speak out for justice.
Si Yao panicked.
Si Zhao also spoke softly, "Sister, there's no need to tarnish your reputation as a female general for the sake of a village woman."
Sometimes, being flexible and readily admitting mistakes can win people's hearts.
Si Yao felt relieved and laughed heartily, "Good sister, I was wrong just now. I was just joking with you. Let's go for a drink another day."
Having said that, he was about to mount his horse.
With a single glance from Qingbao, the horse began to twist its body wildly, throwing her off.
Si Yao's face was pale.
"Auntie, that's not an apology. To apologize, you have to bow and say 'I'm sorry' loudly. If you can't do that, the horse won't carry you. Horses don't like dishonest people."
Qingbao stretched out her chubby little hand, and the horse's face immediately pressed against hers, becoming very docile in her palm.
Good horse, you truly are a good friend of Horse-Face.
Si Yao was increasingly embarrassed.
But with so many people and children watching her, she had no choice but to swallow her humiliation, close her eyes, and shout.
"Sorry, okay?"
"It's three characters, not six," Qingbao added.
Si Yao took a deep breath, barely suppressing the urge to whip Qing Bao to death.
"sorry!"
Si He's tense expression finally relaxed.
She stroked her daughter's fluffy head and looked at Si Yao, "My clothes are torn, and it will cost five coins to have a tailor mend them."
"You still say it's not silver, but you're trying to extort mere five coins? Sihe, are you out of your mind?"
Si Zhao disdainfully picked up the silver coin from the ground and tossed it to Si He, saying, "This is one tael, keep the change!"
Si He reached out and took it, then took out the money bag from her bosom.
The money bag was made of new fabric; it looked very new and exquisite, and it even had embroidery.
She carefully retrieved the remaining silver coins and gave them to Si Zhao.
Si Zhao stared at the haphazardly pieced-together silver and copper coins in his palm, slightly taken aback.
"Third brother, what are you thinking about? You've been making a fuss over five coins. I'm so angry at this petty woman."
Si Yao watched the mother and daughter leave, and the surrounding people dispersed, stamping their feet and urging Si Zhao on.
Si Zhao came to his senses, and a strange idea seemed to sprout in his mind.
Perhaps Si He is not the greedy person they imagine.
"Report! General Si, something terrible has happened!"
In the chaos, the scout fell off his horse and rolled to kneel down in front of Si Yao.
"General Su was shrouded in dark energy on his way back, and his life hangs in the balance!!!"
"What!!!"
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