Chapter 79: Meeting Yuxian
It's not uncommon to file a complaint against Sun Ershao.
What’s strange is that even though the evidence was proven and the lawsuit was successful, Young Master Sun is still imprisoned in the county jail.
For a moment, the women looked at Lu Mingchao with complicated expressions.
Some bowed in worship, some were curious and refreshed, and some frowned in disgust.
The county magistrate's wife thought for a moment and said, "Madam Sun, a plum blossom viewing banquet requires a peaceful and tranquil state of mind. Don't ruin this beautiful scenery that God has gifted you."
"What do you think?"
Mrs. Sun clenched the handkerchief in her hand, her eyes almost popping out, but she didn't dare to refute directly, so she could only pinch her nose and say tactfully, "Of course I have to give face to the wife of the county magistrate."
"The plum blossoms stand proudly in the snow and frost, pure and clean as ice. Some people's presence here is probably out of place."
"I am revealing her identity for your own good."
The wife of the county magistrate was unhappy, but she smiled and really had the dignity of an official's wife.
Her favor for Lu Mingchao has been so obvious, yet Lady Sun is still jumping around like a grasshopper.
If the old man had not repeatedly emphasized that the eldest son of the Sun family, Sun Zhiye, was not an ordinary person, she would have asked the maids to drive Madam Sun out long ago.
Lu Mingchao smiled at the county magistrate's wife and shook his head gently.
No problem.
The county magistrate's wife blinked and asked silently.
Lu Mingchao nodded again.
Suddenly, the county magistrate's wife's heart fell back into her stomach.
"How is it so inappropriate?"
"A fly won't bite an egg without any seams." Mrs. Sun blurted out, "Xie Lu should look for the reasons within herself."
Lu Mingchao smiled like a flower, "You are not a fish, how can you know the joy of fish? It is rare for Madam Sun to be so familiar with the joy of flies."
"Madam Sun, there is no need to disparage your son like this."
You are a fly and you have the final say!
Different from Mrs. Sun's harsh and stern tone, the smile on Lu Mingchao's face never faltered, and his voice was gentle and soft, like a spring breeze.
But it was precisely this gentle, calm and polite voice that did not lose out in this confrontation.
A smile flashed across the eyes of the county magistrate's wife. She felt embarrassed for Madam Sun.
Before this, she had no idea that she had a problem of embarrassing others.
The county magistrate's wife waved to the maid beside her and whispered a few words to her. The maid responded, knelt down and bowed, then left.
Mrs. Sun was so angry that she said, "You little whore, you are so sweet-talking."
"Madam Sun!" Lu Mingchao straightened his face. "I didn't want to ruin the mood of this plum blossom viewing banquet by bringing up your son's dirty deeds."
"But Madam Sun is unreasonable and still wants to attack me. If I keep backing down, I will inevitably be criticized and accused of being timid and cowardly."
"Mrs. Sun is so angry. Does she think your son's behavior is impeccable? Or is she questioning the county magistrate's unfair judgment when the evidence is irrefutable?"
"Or maybe this is the family tradition passed down from generation to generation in the Sun family."
"You only allow yourself to commit evil and violence, but you cannot allow others to protect themselves?"
At this point, Lu Mingchao chuckled and said, "It's not surprising. After all, Young Master Sun always calls himself Sun Bantian. When he looks up, the three characters Sun Bantian are written all over the bright blue sky."
"Mrs. Sun, I am doing the right thing."
Mrs. Sun was so angry that she almost tore the handkerchief in her hand into pieces. She was trembling but could not muster any effective rebuttal.
He stretched out his finger and pointed at Lu Mingchao angrily.
Lu Mingchao smiled, took two steps forward, and bowed to the women. "It is because of me that I disturbed your interest. I apologize to you all."
"Child, you are so polite even when you have been wronged. You are worthy of the education you have received over the years." The wife of the county magistrate concluded as she closed the coffin.
Lu Mingchao said with a smile, "Your eyes are the ruler."
Outside the Lakeside Pavilion.
Waterside corridor.
It seems that there is a man walking on it.
Looking closely, the county magistrate, dressed in a brocade robe and a crane cloak, was in the lead, followed by several young gentlemen, each with their own unique talents.
The maid came to report that the curtains that protected against wind and cold were rolled up.
Lu Mingchao, who was standing next to the county magistrate's wife, easily saw who was coming.
Her Ah Yan and her second brother, walking in the snow-covered ground, were truly eye-catching.
Why appreciate the plum blossoms? Just appreciate Ah Yan and my second brother. They are more beautiful than flowers.
The county magistrate's wife was also surprised by the visitor's appearance and demeanor. She patted Lu Mingchao's hand and said softly, "I was afraid that you would be wronged, so I asked the maid to find your and Madam Sun's family members."
"The man in the black robe and jade crown is Madam Sun's eldest son, Sun Zhiye, the eldest son of the Sun family. He is an upright gentleman. If he were here, he would definitely not protect his mother."
"The lawsuit between you and Young Master Sun has become a hot topic, and people are talking about it on the streets. It has damaged your reputation in the end."
"If Young Master Sun is honest and upright in resolving this matter, it will be beneficial to you and not harmful."
Lu Mingchao nodded and listened without expressing his opinion.
Is this the clear and melodious jade string from the Sun family?
His reputation was indeed well known, and even the wife of the county magistrate was generous in praising him.
A gentleman.
Integrity and innocence.
"The young man next to Master Sun is Xu Qingxing, a dog boy with a very bad temper."
Lu Mingchao frowned. He couldn't accept this.
The wife of the county magistrate complained about her son and it was her own fault. If she agreed, she would be really immature.
"The true heart is solid within, and the pure conduct is manifest without. The world is full of chaos, and the inside and outside are covered with snow and frost."
"Mr. Xu is definitely worthy of the name of a clean and honest person."
Lu Mingchao's voice was clear and his tone was sincere, which made him seem more credible.
The county magistrate's wife's smile deepened, but she said, "That brat is causing trouble all the time. I am almost worried to death."
Then, he changed the subject and said, "Those two must be your brothers Mr. Lu and Mr. Xie."
"She is a man of extraordinary talent, beautiful as a crown of jade, and of extraordinary demeanor."
She knew nothing about Xie Yan.
But as for Lu Yao, I had heard of his great name a long time ago.
His articles are embroidered with pearls of wisdom, and he is a guest of honor among scholars and writers.
Seeing it today, I find that it really lives up to its reputation.
With such a brother, Lu Mingchao might be able to return to the capital.
The scale in the county magistrate's wife's heart unconsciously tilted more towards Lu Mingchao.
"Thank you for your compliment." Lu Mingchao said humbly.
The Waterside Corridor finally came to an end, and Lu Mingchao and the county magistrate's wife stopped flattering each other.
"I, Xie Lu, have come to see the county magistrate."
Wearing a crane cloak, County Magistrate Xu added a touch of immortal aura. "No need to be polite."
"Zhiye, aren't you thinking about giving gifts and apologizing in person?"
Sun Zhiye readily followed suit, bowed his head and said, "I am Sun Zhiye, and I apologize to Madam Xie on behalf of my unworthy brother."
"My brother keeps making mistakes, and I am not good at disciplining him."
Lu Mingchao blinked and pretended to be confused and said, "I have a question, and I hope Master Sun can answer it."
"But it's okay."
"I am young and ignorant, and I don't know whether I should believe you or your mother."
Sun Zhiye lowered his head, his brows slightly wrinkled.
Since Xie Yan and Lu Yao came together, the maid who led the way and County Magistrate Xu did not say much along the way.
Lu Mingchao kindly reminded her, "Your mother said, I, a person who is not presentable, should have the tact to admit my mistakes to the second young master Sun. I should look for the reasons on my own."
Nice words cost nothing.