She used her Qinggong to swiftly return to the small courtyard where she lived. After entering the courtyard, she stood there for a long while, still feeling that this matter simply could not wait until tomorrow to find Liu Chenglin.
So, with a light leap, she scaled the wall and jumped into Liu Chenglin’s courtyard. When she landed, she didn’t dampen her force, hoping the person inside would hear the commotion and save her the trouble of knocking.
However, even when she reached the door, no one came out from inside. As she approached, she discovered the door wasn’t locked. It was obvious, even without looking inside, that no one was home.
Today’s matter is too important, she thought. I don’t want any complications and only want to discuss it with someone trustworthy.
It seems I can only wait until morning when we go to work to talk to him,
Those people tonight are definitely in league with the ones from the mountains. It’s best not to involve too many parties; besides, military personnel are more trustworthy.
Old Sir Qin glared at the returned package in the living room. "That child probably hates our Qin Family now," he said.
Qin Hongling, the eldest son of the Qin Family, frowned slightly. "A melon forced from the vine isn’t sweet. We did it for her own good, and besides, she agreed to it and was compensated."
Old Master Qin glanced unhappily at his eldest son. "When our two families arranged this marriage, many people knew. Even if she voluntarily broke off the engagement and took the compensation, it’s ultimately our Qin Family that is in the wrong."
"And don’t think I’m unaware that your wife goes around town disparaging that girl, Yunyi. Tell her to watch herself and not make the Qin Family a laughingstock." Original content can be found at novel[f]ire.net
Qin Hongling knew his wife was somewhat snobbish, but who wouldn’t want good in-laws for their son? He could understand that. "Dad, the Long Family has been waiting for our reply. What are your thoughts?"
Old Master Qin’s expression turned grave. "Let’s postpone this matter a bit longer. We’ve only just broken off the engagement with the Chu Family. If we immediately arrange a marriage with the Long Family, what will the people in the compound think of us?"
Qin Hongling thought of his son’s behavior. "Dad, Jianghui and the Long Family’s daughter are already seen everywhere together. Dragging this out further might become even more problematic."
As the two were talking, Qin Jiangchao, the eldest son of Qin Honggang from the Second House, walked in. "Grandfather, Eldest Uncle."
Old Master Qin looked up. "Jiangchao, when did you get back?"
Qin Jiangchao didn’t answer his grandfather’s question. Instead, he asked, "I heard you called off the engagement with the Chu Family?"
Upon hearing this, the expressions of both father and son changed.
Originally, Old Sir Qin had wanted to match Qin Jiangchao with the Chu Family’s daughter. However, at the time, the Qin Family matriarch was somewhat partial to the main house and had intervened, giving the opportunity to Qin Jianghui of the main house instead.
Qin Hongling was somewhat intimidated by this eldest nephew. "You know Jianghui’s reckless nature. He and the Long Family’s daughter hit it off, and we didn’t want to treat Yunyi unfairly."
Qin Jiangchao didn’t look at his eldest uncle, staring instead at Old Master Qin. "I’m going on a business trip to that region in a few days. If time permits, I’ll stop by to see her. Grandfather, is there anything you’d like me to tell her, or any messages you have?"
Old Master Qin sighed inwardly and glanced at the package. "Alright. If you have time, make the trip. While you’re there, pay a visit to the village officials. That’s about all we can do for now."
Qin Jiangchao listened and nodded. "Alright, I understand."
Visiting the village officials was, of course, a way of showing support for her.
If Yunyi heard this, she would surely say, "There’s really no need."