Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations
Ms. Xu was still recovering in bed. Ms. Fang decided not to allow Yang Xiaoni to come to the door, since she was related to this incident. Taking charge of the situation, Ms. Fang herself greeted Madame Zhao and firmly declined her entry. She couldn’t help but feel a sense of frustration with the Zhao Family’s audacity. Did they truly believe that a few women could sway her decision? Absolutely not.
Their attempts to win her over with elaborate gift boxes went unnoticed by Ms. Fang.
She didn’t even spare a glance at them, let alone consider accepting their offerings.
The Zhao Family seemed to hold the mistaken belief that Ms. Fang and her family were ignorant and unaware of the world around them.
However, Ms. Fang couldn’t help but find their assumptions amusing. Young Master Yuezheng and Young Master Xie had presented far more impressive gifts, having experienced and witnessed countless remarkable things. The
Zhao Family likely couldn’t even compare to some of the items they possessed.
With their arrogant expressions and presumptuous demeanor, these two women had nothing of interest to offer in a conversation. Ms. Fang had no desire to engage with them on any level.
Attempting to maintain a sense of composure, Young Madame Quan intervened and urged Ms. Fang to reconsider. She emphasized the importance of not becoming enemies and suggested a discussion to resolve their differences. “Madame Fang, let’s have a seat and talk about this. We are here to convey blessings, after all. Just let us know what you need.”
Qiao Xuan interjected firmly, “There’s nothing to discuss at this moment! We are not on the same level. Please leave.’
“Mrs. Shao, we genuinely mean well…”
“Would you be willing to negotiate if this situation happened to your own family?”
Young Madame Quan found herself at a loss for words. She realized that the response she wanted to give was not something she could say in this situation.
The answer was, of course, no…
The atmosphere grew tense as both sides stood their ground, unwilling to back down.
Madame Zhao furrowed her brow and spoke candidly, “Mrs. Shao, let’s be frank. My son lacks direction in life and often associates with unsavory characters who influence his behavior. That’s why incidents happen. But no real harm was done, right? Otherwise, we wouldn’t have come here to discuss it.’
“My elder son and I have already reprimanded him, and he will never dare to do anything again. We have come here to apologize, Ms. Fang. We are all from the same county, so let’s put this behind us. Whatever you need, just say it, and we will do our best to assist you…”
Madame Zhao felt a pang of unease as she uttered those words.
She never imagined herself stooping so low as to apologize to someone from the country side like Ms. Fang, let alone demean herself in this way.
But Ms. Fangs son was successful, Madame Zhao’s own son had caused trouble, leaving her with no choice but to swallow her pride.
Young Madame Quan chimed in, attempting to salvage the situation with a smile. “Money, land, anything you desire…”
Nis. Fang sneered in response. “Leave this place! We have no need for your money or land. We won’t let our family be humiliated over such things. Stop wasting our time and leave, don’t soil our land with your presence!”
Madame Zhao struggled to contain her anger. “Then tell us, what is it that you need, if our offers are of no use to you?”
Madame Zhao was taken aback by the swift dismissal from the Shao Family, as she hadn’t expected the matter to be resolved so quickly.
Ms. Fang had no intention of disclosing her demands to Madame Zhao.
“What are you thinking?” Madame Zhao inquired.
“l have no idea,” Madame Zhao admitted.
Qiao Xuan interjected, “Well, that’s your problem to figure out. We’re not here to solve your issues! Mom, let’s just ignore her and go home!”