Chapter 401: I've Never Lost a Crying Contest

r. Xiao kept talking about how the Ningguo Marquis's Mansion was this and that, but in reality, the current Marquis of Ningguo didn't want to have anything to do with his stepmother or elder sister at...Mrs. Gu snorted coldly and continued, “Also, my husband has been diligently fulfilling his responsibilities as the lord of this position. He has taken good care of his stepmother and served the court faithfully.” 。Everything was going well, but your daughter insists on becoming a thief. We can't be responsible for that. 。" Night Wen's words were almost thunderous with approval. This daughter-in-law was excellent, following Madam Xiao's every word without missing a beat. " 。If Mu family had this kind of courage, the first wife would not have suffered from that kind of cowardice. 。She crossed the threshold and walked into the front hall. Xiao Shuwai also started to attack Gu Shi, shouting at her, "As a daughter-in-law, is this how you speak to your own mother-in-law You have no manners!"Gu Shi had originally wanted to talk to Ye Wenyan. She was about to stand up and greet him when Xiao Shuwai suddenly scolded her. She immediately changed the subject — "Xiao Shuwai, you came just in time. I'll tell you, this is me being polite. If this matter is pushed onto us again today, I might say even more unpleasant things." 。She glared fiercely at Xiao Shubi, then ignored him completely, getting up and running towards Ye Wenyan. 。Just now, Ningguo's wife, who was still cold and hurtful with a stern face, in a blink of an eye, her face was hung with a sincere smile. The sudden shift from cold to warm was seamless, leaving Ye Wen speechless. 。"Miss Si is here! I'm so sorry to have frightened you, niece. Don't be afraid..." 。"Come in quickly!" Lady Ningguo warmly pulled Ye Wenyan into the room, and directly sat him beside herself. 。"When did you arrive You must have been listening outside for a while, right Did you hear what Auntie said Why should we pay for her stealing We're not on the same side as her!" 。"

Ye Wen's enthusiasm for the mistress of Ningguo was a bit overwhelming. Before she could even greet the people in the room, she was pressed down and made to sit, which wasn't very polite..." 。Then he turned his head and bowed to the Marquis of Ningguo, Xiao Fang, who was sitting beside him. "Uncle Xiao," 。Xiao Fangtong’s return from a night of revelry with Ye Wenyan is that of close friends. Ye Wenyin, naturally, was someone he knew from childhood. As for Lady Ningguo Gu Shi, she too had watched Ye Wenyan grow up. The two families were very familiar with each other. 。But because of the relationship with Xiao Shuangbai, most of the interactions usually take place in restaurants outside, and they rarely invite each other home. 。Xiao Fang looked at Ye Wenyan, nodding repeatedly, "Yan'er, I'm really sorry, this matter has caused you trouble." 。Uncle Xiao is incompetent. He just holds a title but can't manage this family well. 。" Mrs. Gu also said, "That's right, although she is a married daughter, after all, she still bears the Xiao surname. To be honest, I feel a bit embarrassed." 。So, Fourth Miss, don't mind what I just said. In the end, you still have to make the decision. If you say we absolutely have to compensate, then the Ningguo Marquis Mansion will sell everything it has to pay you. It's just that there's a bit of unwillingness in my heart. 。" Aunt, don't say such things. This has nothing to do with you and Uncle Xiao. It was Old Madam Xiao who took it upon herself, so she should bear the consequences." 。As they spoke, her gaze fell on Elder Mrs. Xiao, “Elder Mrs. Xiao, am I right”“I…” Elder Mrs. Xiao was speechless for a moment. 。At that time, Lian Shi and Yun Chen both stood up, took two steps forward, and went directly to Ye Wenyan's side to bow deeply. 。The Xiao family stared wide-eyed at the eunuchs from Yan Huagong and the officials from the Qintianguan kneeling and kowtowing. When Ye Wenyan spoke to them like their master, this completely overturned their perception. 。What's going on here

Xiao Shubi was already used to it. Ye Wenyan had the Yan Huagong backing him, she had known about this for a long time, but just hadn't mentioned it to anyone in the Xiao family. >>> 。She would never spread this kind of gossip that brings others glory but diminishes her own standing. 。Not until both of them had finished kowtowing and stood up, only then did the Xiao family members come to their senses. 。Xiao Fang and Mrs. Gu looked at each other, both seeing shock in each other's eyes. However, neither of them felt it was appropriate to speak up right now, so they could only suppress their surprise for the moment. 。Old Mrs. Xiao then remembered what Ye Wen had just said about her taking on everything alone, so she replied: "How can I do it alone If you expect me to take on everything, then there's no hope for this money at all." 。"Oh, Mrs. Xiao, what do you mean Are you trying to renege on your debt" Lian Shi sneered three times, her laughter making Mrs. Xiao shudder violently. 。"Old Madam doesn't have to involve the Marquis in this. We know you two aren't true mother and son, one being a stepmother and the other a bastard child. You don't care for him anyway, so you just want to drag him down with you and resolve this together." 。>>。Anyway, my trip with Lian Gonggong will definitely not be made in vain. If you can't afford to pay this sum of money, then…”

Yunchen started to examine the mansion

Lord Xiao Fang, Duke of Ningguo, quickly said: "This estate is the ancestral property of the Xiao family, passed down for generations." 。The lady of the Ningguo Mansion rolled her eyes and said, “Since we’re going to talk to our families anyway, why not inquire about the old madam's family as well I remember the old madam mentioning more than once that when she married into the Ningguo Hou Mansion, she was the envy of all within ten miles. Not to mention gold, silver, and jewels, even the property deeds for land, shops, and inns were packed into three whole chests.” 。"I bet their family is quite wealthy. Why don't we just ask them for some" Lin Shi felt this plan was feasible, but also asked Xiao Lao Fu Ren: "Are there still people in your natal family"Xiao Lao Fu Ren was about to cry with anger, at her age, if she were to cause trouble for her natal family, it would be better to just die. 。Then shook his head, "There's no one important, just some youngsters. Some I haven't even met" 。Alright, I have some shops in my hands. Let's just bring them all out for you to see. We'll count how many are equivalent and that's how much it is. 。"If it's not enough…" she gritted her teeth. "If it's not enough, I'll think of another way. You won't be shortchanged." 。“Good!” Lian Shi nodded, “Old Madam is decisive, then go get it! Our family is also waiting to return to the palace to pay respects!” Xiao Shuangbai, with red and swollen eyes, walked up to Old Madam and said in a choked voice, "It's all my fault, I implicated Mother..." 。Mother, please rest assured. I will definitely make back the lost money and won't cause you any loss. 。Mrs. Gu started to laugh, "How do you earn money Are you going to steal from the night market again Hmph, when you bring back all the things later, make sure you count them carefully, don't take the whole store with you!" 。The elderly Madam can only use her own private assets this time. She cannot touch any of the public funds, and not even a single piece of silk from the public treasury can be taken. 。Mrs. Xiao snorted coldly and remained silent. 。It's Xiao Shuang Bai who couldn't help but retort: "Don't forget, this family business was left behind by my father. Everything in the house was earned by my father and mother." 。Even common objects, a mother has the right to dispose of them. 。"Hey, you can't say that to me." 。“Gu looked at her with disdain. “Whoever left them, I care only about who they belong to now.” 。I still say the same thing, if you have the ability, don't pass the title to our grandpa! Since it has been passed down, then stop thinking about it all the time. 。After finishing, he still asked Ye Wen, "Fourth Miss, am I right Eh Why isn't tea being served to the Fourth Miss Quickly, serve the tea!"

Not long after, the maidservant returned, followed by a group of servants 。Some people held boxes in their hands, while others carried them on poles. In a short time, half of the front yard was filled. 。The maidservant said, “This is all the valuable property in Old Madam's courtyard. It's all here. Please, both of you gentlemen, check it over carefully and see if it’s worth three million taels.” 。Then, Lian Shi and Yun Chen stood up and earnestly went to count and estimate the price. 。Elder Mrs. Xiao looked at her belongings she had kept for a lifetime, then at the land deeds that Yunchen was flipping through in his hand, and she felt particularly stifled in her heart. She wanted to cry. 。"I couldn't help but cry, sobbing as I spoke, 'I never thought that at my age I would have to endure such things.' " 。This is the same as being robbed! Old Master, open your eyes and see how badly our family has been treated! Why didn't you take me with you when you left If you had, I wouldn't be suffering this today! 。"Where am I supposed to put this old face of mine! Oh, Old Master Hou!" This old woman spoke each word as if she had suffered a great injustice. Ye Chulan simply couldn't stand to listen anymore. 。

You're blaming others when it was your own family who stole something Stealing means returning what you took! Now that you've been caught, you cry. What were you thinking when you were stealing

Anyone can cry! Over the past decade, she hasn't learned much besides crying and playing the victim.

Then Ye Chu's lips pouted, "Wah" and burst into tears. 。She cried so loudly, almost to the point of wailing. 。This cry startled Madam Xiao, and she stopped chattering. She stared intently at Ye Chulian. 。Soon, Ye Chulian was seen crying and getting up. She walked out while still sobbing. 。This child really learned her inside and out, crying all the way out of the mansion. She immediately added a line to her sobs: "Waa... They're too much! Madam Xiao's daughter stole my silver, and even came to the door, but she wouldn't give..." 。They just bully us orphans! They wouldn't dare to bully high-ranking officials, would they Go steal from the palace then if you have the guts! Ugh... Old Madam Xiao is so cruel, she's bullying people too much!" This was supposed to be a private family matter, but with Ye Chu Lian crying like that, everyone in the entire alley knew what happened... them also gathered around, and they heard Ye Wen say: "Actually, I didn't want to make such a big fuss, so I've been keeping this matter down and haven't let him come to our house." 。Who would have...