Before Master Zhong and Madam Zhong could speak, Aunt Deng protectively stepped in front of Zhong Xiaoyun.
"Don't think that just because you're the young master of Wan Gu, you can slander my son at will. How can you prove that little raccoon cat is yours!"
Before Wu Hua could reply, Qin Luo suddenly stood up.
"I almost forgot, the Zhong family is now run by the concubine, good! Very good!"
He angrily picked up Wu Hua and turned to Steward Chu, saying, "Uncle, let's not put up with this humiliation here, let's go!"
Manager Chu, also looking furious, spat at Master Zhong.
"Pah! The tradition of passing down poetry and books through generations for centuries—I think your generation is coming to an end!"
After saying that, he turned and followed Qin Luo out of the hall without looking back.
Zhong Xiaoyou and his wife hurriedly gave chase, while Master Zhong was even more furious.
Although he wasn't particularly talented, he had received instruction from renowned teachers at the clan school since childhood.
He clearly understood the pros and cons of the matter, and whenever he was allowed to come and go, he had Steward Chu personally accompany him.
That must be the heir for all eternity, no doubt. They left the Zhong residence in such displeasure today.
Who knows how it will spread tomorrow, and it will be known throughout Pingzhao for eternity.
If their heirs are truly offended, the consequences would be unimaginable.
He refused to apologize in a humble manner, so he could only angrily curse Aunt Deng.
"I've truly spoiled you rotten. Who do you think you are? Don't you know your place? You think you can lecture the young master of Wan Gu? If Wan Gu severs ties with the Zhong family after today, you won't have to live either!"
Upon hearing this, not only was Zhong Xiaoyun stunned, but he was also taken aback.
Aunt Deng collapsed to the ground in disbelief; for years, she had been the one calling the shots in the Zhong household.
She never even respected Madam Zhong, and Master Zhong always doted on her, making her the sole ruler in the household.
When she goes out to attend banquets, people will give her some face.
Gradually, she really did forget her identity completely.
Looking into Master Zhong's eyes, she was truly terrified.
She closed her eyes briefly, and when she opened them again, her tender, peach-blossom eyes were brimming with tears.
It was a sight to behold, and she looked at Master Zhong with a pitiful expression, her tone both aggrieved and charming.
"Master, it was Xin'er's fault. Xin'er acted rashly just now. Yun'er had only just been found when she was smeared. How could I, as her mother, tolerate this!"
Looking at her charming and lovely appearance, Master Zhong felt a pang of pity, but his anger remained unchanged.
"Instead of begging me, you should go and ask Madam to put in a good word for you and see if Young Master Wan Gu can forgive you!"
Upon hearing this, Aunt Deng lowered her head, a hint of resentment flashing in her eyes.
Since entering the manor, when had she ever bowed her head to the Madam? Now, she was being asked to beg that old woman for a single word.
The more she thought about it, the more indignant she became, knowing that Master Zhong was unreliable.
He then turned his gaze to Zhong Xiaoyun, who was still standing there in a daze.
"Yoona, you have always respected your brother. Please go and plead with him for your mother, okay?"
Upon hearing this, Zhong Xiaoyun immediately nodded and then ran towards the gate.
Qin Luo was about to get into the carriage outside the gate when she was stopped by Zhong Xiaoyou and Madam Zhong, who had chased after her.
Zhong Xiaoyou kept apologizing to her and Wu Hua.
"My two brothers, I'm so sorry! I thought they wouldn't be coming back today!"
Qin Luo said nonchalantly, "It's alright, this isn't your fault!"
Madam Zhong also looked at her with a face full of apology.
"Xiao Luo, we apologize for our poor hospitality today, but rest assured, I will fulfill my promise to you! The temple has already sent people to select a site, and construction will begin soon!"
Qin Luo nodded in satisfaction upon hearing this.
That's enough!
Wu Hua, who was still upset about not being able to get a seat at the banquet, immediately beamed with joy upon hearing this.
"Auntie, we won't blame you and brother, don't worry!"
Madam Zhong tugged at its little hand and slipped a jade pendant into its palm.
"This jade token grants you free meals at all the restaurants under my name. I'm sorry for what happened today, so I'm giving this to you. There are quite a few branches in Pingzhao, so feel free to go and eat and drink there!"
Wu Hua looked at the words "True Flavor" engraved on the jade pendant and happily showed it to Qin Luo.
"Luo Luo, this is the restaurant we went to the other day!"
Qin Luo smiled and nodded at it, then turned to Madam Zhong and handed her a small purse.
"Thank you for your kindness to our child, Madam Zhong. These two pills are a return gift from us. We hope you won't find them too expensive!"
Madam Zhong hurriedly took it
"How could I possibly dislike it? Your medical skills are so superb that, not only in Pingzhao, but probably in the surrounding countries, no one can match them. You'll be the envy of countless people to have these two pills!"
Qin Luo simply smiled faintly and remained silent, so Steward Chu chimed in from the side.
"This medicine can heal wounds and cure all poisons. One pill is worth millions of taels of silver. Madam, please keep it safe. It could save your life in a critical moment!"
Upon hearing this, Madam Zhong immediately put away the pills and gave Qin Luo a grateful look.
"I accept this generous gift. I, An Ruo, owe you a favor. If you ever need my help in the future, just let me know!"
Qin Luo didn't take this favor seriously.
"Okay, I've got it!"
After they finished speaking, Qin Luo carried Wu Hua onto the carriage.
She was about to go up when Zhong Xiaoyun called her back.
"Please wait, gentlemen!"
Qin Luo looked in the direction of the sound and saw him walking over carrying a small raccoon dog.
Wu Hua poked her head out of the carriage
"Oh, weren't you just denying it? Why are you hugging me now?"
Zhong Xiaoyun put the little raccoon cat on the carriage.
"I'll give it to you, can you forgive my stepmother?"
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