The people in the family are not as considerate as Mrs. Song.
First of all, Marquis Qi couldn't stand it. Going out on New Year's Eve? Without even saying hello to the Marquis? He was originally talking to Tan, his face was extremely gloomy. Usually, he was still quite shrewd. Even if Zhang Jiangqing came to his house and caused such disgust, he never got angry.
But these two didn't take him seriously at all, which finally made him angry.
When Madam Qi arrived, those people were angry, irritated, sarcastic, and gloating. Only Zhang Moqing looked at her anxiously. Qi Yu, who was beside her, quietly pulled her and signaled her not to worry.
Although he didn't know why his fifth brother went out, he must have a special reason... No matter how angry the Marquis was, he had to resolve it himself in the end...
The only one who was very happy was Tan. Recently, she didn't dare to fight Wen Yu with real swords and guns. But now that the Marquis had come forward, she couldn't be blamed.
She was no longer like she used to, trying to smooth things over first. Instead, she just smiled faintly and whispered to Marquis Qi: "My Lord, don't be so stern! There are so many younger generations here! Today, no family can miss out on a New Year's Eve dinner! Don't let them affect everyone's mood. Boss..."
She looked at Qi Youyi, as if she wanted to say something, but shook her head, "Forget it. Is everyone here? Open the wine first..."
Qi Youyi has been busy recently and doesn't care much about anything at home. At this moment, he frowned. Tan was hesitant to speak, how could he not understand: Qi Xiao was out and not back, at least he had official business.
But Qi Yang and his wife went out before the family dinner on New Year's Eve? Are they crazy? How could they go out at this time? Not to mention his father, they even don't care about his grandfather!
He walked a few steps to Madam Qi and asked in a low voice, fiercely: "Where is Qi Yang doing? Where is Wen Shi?"
Madam Qi said coldly: "What a coincidence, I was just about to ask you!"
"Ask me? Ask me what?" He didn't understand.
Such a confused person can't understand good or bad words. Madam Qi turned her face away and ignored him.
Today, all the aunts came and opened a table next to them, waiting to watch the show! Only Aunt Xiuyun stole a glance at Qi Youyi, as if she was worried that he would lose his temper.
The Marquis coughed, and Tan smiled and said, "Third brother's wife, everyone is almost here. Let's start the feast! Marquis, today, you have to give everyone some instructions!"
When everyone heard this, they stood up and prepared to listen to the lecture.
At this moment, the Marquis was really dissatisfied with all of his eldest sons! Especially with Qi Youyi, he was the eldest son in the family, weak and confused! His wife couldn't control him, and his son couldn't control him either. He was busy every day, and no one knew what he was busy with? "This year, the family is safe. For our martial arts family, it is a great blessing! As for the rest, you are all adults, you can figure it out yourself! Sit down and eat!" He was not in a good mood.
Tan also said gently: "Please sit down! Lord, this time, it is the recipe from the third family. Please take a look. If you need anything, please ask the chef to add it..."
"That's good! Today, the main purpose is to reunite with the family. Qi Youduan has been working hard for his country and his family. Qi Xiao... also has official duties to attend to."
Qi Hou paused for a moment and said, "Qi Yang and his wife are a bit unreasonable. When I came back this time, I found that some things at home were in a mess! We suffered in the northwest just to let our family live a peaceful and prosperous life. Don't forget your roots! Tan, after the New Year, you have to manage this family well!"
Tan forced a smile, "It's my incompetence! There are many things where I was not able to do them. I am ashamed to have made the Marquis angry. After the New Year, I will think about it and come up with a set of rules.
Cui, Liu, you two should think about what to do with your family and yourselves. I am old now and I have to rely on you sisters-in-law.
Liu nodded first and said, "I have remembered my father and mother's teachings. I will definitely work hard."
Mrs. Qi didn't say anything. She really didn't want to stay in this place for a moment without Xiaowu and his wife!
Qi Youyi stared at her and asked coldly, "Cui, didn't you hear what your father and mother said?"
Madam Qi looked at him expressionlessly and said, "I heard it. But I don't understand what father and Madam mean: managing a family is superficial or it should be done from the root. I am afraid that I can't do it, so I dare not respond rashly."
"What nonsense are you talking about?" Qi Youyi thought this woman was mentally ill.
The Marquis looked at Cui calmly: "Okay! It seems that she doesn't want me to have a good meal today."
Madam Qi continued, "Of course I can handle the superficial matters now. But the inner, fundamental matters... I can't make the decision. It's better for you, father, to take care of it yourself!"
"Cui!" Qi Youyi was furious.
Madam Qi asked coldly, "General, if I were to let you take charge, I would first punish you, the eldest son, for the crime of favoring me and destroying your wife. Are you willing to accept this?"
"You!" Qi Youyi's old face turned red.
"Alright!" How could Marquis Qi not know about the special existence of Aunt Xiuyun? His head ached, and he didn't want them to continue arguing: "Ms. Cui, where can Xiaowu go on such a cold day today? Stand at the gate and see if anyone is walking on the road now?"
"Father, Xiaowu didn't tell me what he did. But I trust him in the way he does things. There must be a special reason, and it's not convenient to tell anyone at the moment. Don't worry! Looking at the entire Qi family, he is the most capable person after you!"
Tan was drinking wine at the time, feeling satisfied as she watched Marquis Qi scolding Cui. When she heard Cui's words, she almost coughed.
She is so shameless! Madam Qi doesn't even look at her or care about her.
Xu Minghui definitely had no right to speak in this situation, so she suddenly had an idea and pretended to be nauseated and vomited twice.
It's really not in vain that I love her, Tan smiled softly...
Madam Qi turned her eyes and looked at Xu Minghui: "Xu Minghui, are you still suffering from morning sickness? Or do you feel sick because of what I say as your mother-in-law?"
In front of the Marquis and the father-in-law, Xu Minghui didn't dare to make a mistake and stood up quickly: "My wife is just feeling a little uncomfortable!"
"Oh, you're still feeling uncomfortable. Mo Qing was having morning sickness, but she was fine. It seems that what I said made you feel uncomfortable!"
Tan's face darkened, and she supported Xu Minghui: "Cui! What did the Marquis say just now? Don't you have ears to hear? Normally you are strong and overbearing, and I don't bother to argue with you, but I spoil you, and you dare to be so presumptuous in front of the Marquis?"
"You have spoiled Xu Minghui a lot. Isn't she quite unruly in front of me?" Mrs. Qi retorted.
Where in the world can there be such a mother-in-law and daughter-in-law? "Are you done yet?!" The Marquis slammed the wine glass on the table! He was angry and threatening! Qi Youyi also followed suit: "Cui, on New Year's Eve, in front of my parents, you dare to act so recklessly! Do you really think that I can't divorce you?"
Madam Qi was very aggressive and stood up: "Qi Youyi, do you really think I care? I also told you that if it weren't for Qi Xiao and Xiao Wu, I would care about the position of the general's wife? You think too highly of yourself!"
Tan opened her mouth in shock, looking at the Marquis, looking at everyone... "Oh, what are you talking about?"
Marquis Qi pursed his lips, his eyes gleaming with ferocity, and asked in a deep voice: "Cui, then...what do you want to do?"
"My Lord..." Madam Qi was a little sad.
"My father has always believed that you are smart and rational, and you are very admirable in marching, fighting, and managing military affairs. Unfortunately, Fengying is unlucky and cannot become a good daughter-in-law who honors you.
When it comes to parenting, although Qi Xiao has not been with me since he was young, and I have not taught him personally...but he is just a little naive, and his nature is not bad.
Xiaowu, from childhood to adulthood, from character to ability, he has never done anything to disappoint me.
Wen Yu is what I think of as a good daughter-in-law with all the virtues. Feng Ying is not a perfect person, so she won’t use any rules to force them to change. And this family…”
She glanced at Tan, Qi Youyi, Aunt Xiuyun, Madam Liu, and then looked at Qi Yue with extreme disgust.
Qi Yue: "..." Thinking: Why does this bitch look at me like this? What does it have to do with me? "It's not like others see the superiors and subordinates follow suit, and live in harmony and happiness. It's just that some people are born like this, and each has their own goals. Fengying doesn't want to associate with them, but as long as it doesn't hinder, Fengying has no intention of blaming or correcting. So, please forgive Fengying for not being able to agree with your idea, Lord.
Today is New Year's Eve, a time for family reunion, but except for Bao'er, the people Fengying loves and cares about are not here... Sitting here is useless and adds to everyone's unhappiness. Please forgive Fengying for leaving on her own..."
After saying that, she turned and left.
Qi Hou's face turned purple, but he said nothing and just watched her leave silently.
Tan sighed softly: "My Lord, you are fighting in the northwest, but I am not living a peaceful and prosperous life at home! Look at the flashing swords and shadows..."
The Marquis really wanted to overturn the table, but... "Let's eat!"
He was not happy, but he was happy.
Tan acted as if nothing had happened, and arranged for the Marquis to drink and tell jokes to everyone...
Qi Youyi was also very happy. He planned to talk to his father later. What if his wish came true? Xu Minghui was scolded by her mother-in-law. She looked unhappy, but she was happy in her heart... It should be! I don't know what my grandfather will do to her? It's unlikely that she will be divorced. It's better to lock up that crazy woman!
Afterwards, Wen Yu knew how fierce her mother-in-law was, and secretly felt lucky that she had not voiced her suspicions, otherwise, she might have pointed at Aunt Xiuyun and Tan and yelled, "Tell me! Is she your illegitimate child?"