Chapter 336 Everyone Falls Victim
"You all have no sense of propriety at all!"
Old Madam Lou, holding her cane, struck them one by one, angrily saying, "Mao Mao is still a child, and she's sick. You want her to play with you? Mao Mao is a child, she doesn't understand, and neither do you? You're all adults, and you've all grown up for nothing!"
No one dared to dodge; they obediently took the blows without uttering a sound.
Lou Hongjian said softly, "I didn't bother Mao Mao for long. I saw that the light was still on in her room, so I went to say goodnight to her..."
Old Madam Lou immediately turned around, glaring at her sharply: "A few words?! You say a few words, he says a few words, is that not enough?!"
With so many people in their family, if each person talks for a few minutes, it could take up an hour of Mao Mao's time. It's a wonder they even thought of having Mao Mao play with them!
Lou Hongjian immediately shut his mouth and eyes, stood up straight, and prepared to receive the blow from Old Madam Lou.
This...this can't be...never mind, it's their fault.
But my little sister is just so adorable.
Knowing that Mao Mao sleeps alone, how could he ignore it? Mao Mao is so young, such a tiny little thing, yet so brave, daring to face the night alone, especially while she's sick. Could he really resist praising Mao Mao, encouraging her, and saying goodnight to her?
Moreover, despite being sick, Mao Mao wasn't listless at all; instead, he was full of energy and warmly welcomed every adult who came to comfort him. With such an adorable little bundle of joy talking to him, his soft, sweet voice and bright, sparkling eyes making it impossible for him not to say a few more words.
Besides, it wasn't just him...
Lou Hongjian glanced to the side.
As Old Madam Lou walked past him, he quickly turned his head and mouthed softly, "Big Brother? Ah Sui?"
You went too?
The two brothers, Lou Fengju and Lou Yansui, standing next to him, looked straight ahead without glancing to the side, seemingly unaware of his call.
Only Commander Lou turned around and glared at him.
Lou Hongjian fell silent, quickly averting his gaze. He stared intently at the painting on the opposite wall, his back ramrod straight, his posture impeccably perfect.
But soon he relaxed and thought to himself: Even Dad himself secretly went to play with Mao Mao, how can he say anything to him?
Old Madam Lou gave a long, scathing scolding, panting heavily as she leaned on her cane.
The remaining people didn't dare to utter a sound. Only the third concubine couldn't help but sneeze, and then quickly covered her face and lowered her head.
"Mom." The First Madam gave the maid a look, signaling her to come and help the Old Madam, while she herself kept a distance and gently advised, "We were wrong about this, we know we were wrong. Now everyone is sick, thankfully you are still alright, please don't be angry, take care of yourself."
That's right.
Even the strongest men, Commander Lou and Lou Fengju, were rubbing their noses at this moment.
Mao Mao never gets sick, but when she does, she gets very sick and infects others as well.
Besides Lou Heming and Old Madam Lou, Xia Xiaoxiang, who was kicked out of the room, was also affected. Of the twelve members of the Lou family, eight were infected.
With their noses all red and swollen, it would be difficult for them to deny it.
With a forced smile, Commander Lou echoed Madam Lou's words: "You're right, Mom. Your health is the most important thing. You must take care of yourself and not let us infect you."
"And Mao Mao too," the second concubine added. "We were all infected by Mao Mao, Madam, you must also be careful."
Old Madam Lou slammed her cane on the ground angrily: "What? You caused Mao Mao's condition to worsen, yet you won't allow me to get close to her?"
Lou Dashuai quickly said, "Mom, I'm doing this for your health."
"Yes, madam, it's not good for you to get sick at your age."
"Grandma, before we recover, please have less contact with us to avoid affecting your health."
"So many people in our family are sick, it's too dangerous. Why don't you and Aunt Mao move to that house in the west of the city, and come back after we've recovered?"
Xia Xiaoxiang: "?"
Xia Xiaoxiang hurriedly said, "I need to take care of Mao Mao, I'm not going."
Old Madam Lou glared angrily at everyone.
Why should someone who's healthy be quarantined instead of someone who's sick? This is outrageous!
Old Madam Lou asked, "And what about you?"
The group exchanged glances.
Everyone said in unison, "We'll stay home and rest too!"
Old Madam Lou looked coldly at the group of people.
When she had no idea what they were up to?
Resting at home?
Mao Mao is young, which is why she was asked to stay home from kindergarten. As for the group of people in front of her, this little problem doesn't affect their daily lives.
Before, when only Mao Mao was sick, they had to be a little careful to avoid infecting others. For example, Xia Xiaoxiang was kicked out of the room by Mao Mao. Now that everyone is sick, they have no such worries and can play with Mao Mao however they want.
Mao Mao is sick and doesn't go to kindergarten, just like before, she can play from morning till night.
These adults have no sense of propriety. Mao Mao is sick right now, and the most important thing is to rest. If they keep playing with her one by one, will Mao Mao ever get better?
Old Madam Lou raised her cane: "Go do what you're supposed to do, don't get in the way of the house!"
Seeing that Old Madam Lou's cane was about to fall, everyone scattered like birds and beasts.
Lou Dashuai and Lou Fengju left one after the other in their cars. Lou Heming went to the hospital, and Lou Yansui went to school.
Lou Hongjian didn't need to work regular hours, and his wives were often at home.
As for Mao Mao, perhaps due to the fever-reducing medication, after breakfast she rubbed her eyes and started to feel sleepy again, and now she is taking a nap with the big white cat.
Old Madam Lou gave them a warning look before leaning on her cane and walking upstairs.
This house is full of sick people, and she, who is perfectly healthy, will not stay with them today.
Lou Hongjian took his temperature; it wasn't high. According to his second brother, taking medicine would be a waste.
A minor ailment didn't really affect his movements. He went into his studio, unleashing his inspiration, and only came out when he had almost finished painting.
Lou Hongjian stood in the corridor, first looking down, where the ladies were playing mahjong in the small living room. Looking back and forth, it was empty, not a soul in sight.
After confirming that no one was around him, his charming and amorous eyes gradually curved into a smile, and a smug smile appeared on his lips.
Mao Mao is sick.
He was also sick.
He comforted Mao Mao yesterday. His brother is sick and needs Mao Mao's comfort too.
Without attracting anyone's attention, Lou Hongjian tiptoed to Mao Mao's room. He didn't knock, afraid of waking his sister, but instead touched the armrest and whispered, "Mao Mao, your brother is here..."
"cough."
A stern warning came from upstairs.
Lou Hongjian abruptly withdrew his hand, looked up, and saw Old Madam Lou standing by the armrest, leaning on her cane, glaring sternly at him.
Lou Hongjian: "..."
Lou Hongjian then tiptoed back the way he came.
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