Chapter 504 Extra: The Shameless Nangong Family Disciples
"This, elder brother, could it be that this is your idea, and you're just trying to pin the blame on Princess Changping?"
"If you don't want us to follow you, you can just say so directly."
The cunning second brother of the Nangong family could not possibly believe the words of the Nangong family head. He thought that his eldest brother must have said this on purpose because he was afraid that they would become rich.
"That's right, big brother, we brothers all came from our mother's womb. If you become successful, you can't forget about us brothers!" Nangong Laosan also chimed in, stirring up trouble.
"Big brother, now that you are the head of the Nangong family, the prosperity and glory of our Nangong family depend entirely on you. We brothers must unite as one..." Seeing that the second and third brothers were trying to take advantage, the fourth brother of the Nangong family couldn't fall behind.
Nangong Laowu remained silent. He knew that this matter must have been instructed by Princess Changping; otherwise, given his elder brother's personality, he would have definitely brought his brothers along.
The head of the Nangong family looked at his second, third, and fourth sons who had jumped out, his face full of disappointment. In the face of interests, one can always see people's true colors.
No wonder Princess Changping was afraid that her sister would be mistreated after marrying into their family; in this situation, he had no words to refute her.
"If you don't believe me, you can ask Princess Changping tomorrow to see if I said this or he said it..."
The head of the Nangong family was too lazy to talk to his foolish younger brothers, so he stood up, pulled his wife away, and left.
The second, third, fourth, and fifth sons were left looking at each other in the council hall. The fifth son knew that even if he went, they would not be the beneficiaries, so he pulled his wife away as well.
"I think my eldest brother has been in the position of family head for too long, and he's forgotten that his surname is Nangong." The second Nangong brother said dangerously, his eyes narrowed, as he watched the departing Nangong family head.
"Big brother is starting to have ulterior motives." Seeing that the Nangong family head disagreed with their going to show their face in front of Princess Changping, the third brother of the Nangong family also began to harbor resentment towards the Nangong family head.
"Big brother said we can't go, but he didn't say the children can't go with us. We can let the children go with us tomorrow..." Nangong Lao Si was quick-witted and came up with a way that the Nangong family head couldn't refuse.
"Yes, the fourth brother is the smartest..." Following the advice of the fourth brother, the second and third brothers of the Nangong family happily went back to have their children prepare.
Upon learning that they would be going to Quanzhou with Princess Changping and her entourage, the Nangong family children, who shared the same idea as their parents, excitedly began packing their things.
I plan to dress up in my finest clothes tomorrow and make a good impression on Princess Changping.
Lin Luoxi and Xie Hanchuan were unaware of the ulterior motives of the Nangong family. They were busy having Li Houchong's evidence sent back to the palace overnight, so that Xiao Jingchen could send someone to take over the position of prefect of Lingnan.
Before dawn the next day, Lin Luoxi and Xie Hanchuan were already waiting at the entrance of the villa.
As a result, they saw the Nangong family's grand procession, with the Nangong family head leading the way, his face sour.
Upon closer inspection, one could see that there were quite a few luxurious carriages in the Nangong family's procession, indicating that those people had shamelessly followed along.
"Princess Changping..." The head of the Nangong family dismounted. He wanted to tell Lin Luoxi the truth and explain the situation.
"Patriarch Nangong, didn't I say that only your family of four needed to come along? What are you doing now?"
When Lin Luoxi saw the young masters and ladies of the Nangong family lifting the curtain to look her over, she looked at the head of the Nangong family with displeasure.
She didn't want to bother with it at first, but seeing the greedy desire in the eyes of those young masters and ladies made her very unhappy.
It seems those people came for her and Xie Hanchuan.
"I'm sorry, Princess Changping, I've already explained, but my second, third, and fourth brothers insisted on including these younger members..."
The Nangong family head meant that if Princess Changping was unwilling, they could simply drive them away.
"Oh!" Lin Luoxi was so angry at the shamelessness of the Nangong family that she laughed. They really thought Quanzhou was a vegetable market where any Tom, Dick, or Harry could go.
She didn't want these people to annoy her sister or upset her.
"Lin Yi, those escorting the Nangong family head should go ahead..."
"Yes!" Lin Yi knew that his master was going to teach someone a lesson. He was a little disappointed that he would not have a chance to watch. He could only dutifully escort the Nangong family of four toward Quanzhou.
Lin Luoxi stayed behind with Xie Hanchuan, while the other young ladies and gentlemen of the Nangong family remained.
Seeing the three men, the second, third, and fourth, who had come to escort her from afar, Lin Luoxi sneered.
“Go back and tell your father that you should behave yourselves. If it weren’t for Nangong Mobai, do you think you would still be able to cause trouble in front of me?”
Lin Luoxi met those indignant gazes, a cold smile curling at the corner of her lips, and said coldly.
Those young masters and ladies of the Nangong family had all survived the power struggles within the mansion; they were all shrewd and cunning. Lin Luoxi's words terrified them, leaving them pale with fear.
He quickly told the driver to turn back so he could deliver the message to his father.
Watching the eldest Nangong family leave from afar, the second, third, and fourth Nangong brothers, whose children's carriages had been stopped, had extremely gloomy faces.
But when they met Lin Luoxi's sharp gaze, they all lowered their eyes.
Just as they were about to look up at Lin Luoxi with disapproving eyes, their expressions changed instantly when their child ran up to them and relayed Lin Luoxi's words.
It glanced in Lin Luoxi's direction, then pulled its tail and left.
"I hope they'll behave themselves." If they continue to misbehave, she will not hesitate to take action against the Nangong family first, regardless of who it is.
Seeing the rest of the Nangong family disappear at the city gate, Lin Luoxi and Xie Hanchuan immediately led their men to catch up with the Nangong family head and his entourage.
"I really didn't expect that Princess Changping would actually mean what she said. If she doesn't like the other members of your Nangong family, she won't let them come along."
Madam Nangong, sitting inside the carriage, spoke to the head of the Nangong family, who was riding a horse alongside the carriage.
“Madam, I plan to return and relinquish the position of family head after Mo Bai and the others get married.” Seeing Lin Luoxi’s preferential treatment, the Nangong family head thought a lot.
There are many folk tales about Princess Changping. It is said that she was ruthless and merciless towards corrupt officials, showing them no mercy whatsoever.
The fact that she's targeting his brothers suggests that they've been doing something shady behind the scenes, and Lin Luoxi just happened to find out…
The head of the Nangong family dared not think any further. He had failed miserably as the head of the family. He had failed to be fraternal and respectful to his brothers, and he had failed to lead the Nangong family to strength and prosperity. Instead, internal strife and scheming were constant.
“Very well, once you step down as head of the family, we’ll come and live in Quanzhou.” Madam Nangong knew the Nangong family head’s predicament and agreed with his decision.
"Mother, I've heard that Quanzhou is becoming more and more prosperous under Princess Changping's leadership. You won't regret coming here to live." Nangong Chuying also looked longingly at the place.
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