Qin Jijiu said, "Our eldest daughter is worried that we will be used by the Xu family to harm Siyuan. As the saying goes, one should always be wary of others. Siyuan has already made an appearance before the Emperor and his knowledge has greatly increased. He may very well become a great man in the future. Although our youngest son can rely on the Marquis's mansion, he is, after all, a son-in-law, unlike Siyuan who shares our surname."
Having been married to him for decades, Cui realized after a moment's thought that he was referring to her, and said angrily, "How could I possibly delay Siyuan's future for the sake of Lin's son-in-law?"
"It's good to hear you say that," Qin Jijiu said, giving his wife a meaningful look.
Qin Heng was soon summoned by the old woman.
Upon seeing his attire, Qin Jijiu felt a surge of resentment and scolded, "You muddle-headed scoundrel! Instead of studying at home during your vacation, all you do is think about going out and fooling around. Are you going to go out and provoke those scoundrels again?"
Qin Heng pouted.
Madam Cui quickly defended him: "Why do you scold your son like this as soon as you meet him? It's like you're so powerful. You always put on airs as a father. Can't you talk things out properly? He's a grown man."
Qin Jijiu glared and said, "A doting mother spoils her son. You're more than just doting; you've spoiled him too much. When his sister has family matters to attend to, you insist on not going because it's considered inappropriate. That's one thing, but where are you going to go running around dressed like this?"
When Cui saw Qin Heng, she noticed that he was dressed in short clothes, his hair was tied up high and wrapped in an indigo cloth, he had an indigo headband to absorb sweat, he was wearing a pair of soft leather thick-soled boots, and he had leather wristbands.
Startled, she said, "Tell me quickly!"
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